Normal and Fighting moves don't affect Annihilape at all — that's the advantage of Fighting/Ghost typing. It sits at a decent but contested Speed tier. Known as the Rage Monkey Pokemon. The stat spread favors raw physical power.
Attack and HP carry most of Annihilape's stat budget. Sp. Atk's the obvious dump stat. Tough to catch and yields 3 Attack EVs. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
When its anger rose beyond a critical point, this Pokémon gained power that is unfettered by the limits of its physical body.
It imbues its fists with the power of the rage that it kept hidden in its heart. Opponents struck by these imbued fists will be shattered to their core.
Annihilape Weakness
GoodAnnihilape's Fighting/Ghost typing leaves it vulnerable to Flying, Psychic, Ghost, and Fairy moves. It shrugs off Normal and Fighting-type attacks completely. Annihilape's overall bulk (110/80/90) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
Getting Annihilape requires an evolution item, not just grinding levels. The chain starts at Mankey. Breed this form to get Mankey eggs (average hatch time). HP grew the most through evolution (+70 over Mankey), and Annihilape peaks at 535 total stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Annihilape to get Mankey eggs easily using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
Sitrus Berry buys the setup turn. Annihilape clicks Bulk Up, then starts cleaning with Ragefist and the remaining moves. Jolly nature with flexible EVs EVs makes sure nothing tanks a boosted hit comfortably.
Best Build
Best Annihilape Moveset
- Rage Fist
- Protect
- Drain Punch
- Bulk Up
Recommended Teammates
STAB runs through Focus Punch and Close Combat for the basics, but Annihilape's real strength is the 12-type coverage spread. Dark and Normal hit common defensive types, and the movepool keeps going.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
STAB runs through Close Combat and Focus Blast for the basics, but Annihilape's real strength is the 11-type coverage spread. Normal and Rock hit common defensive types, and the movepool keeps going.
No wild encounters for Annihilape. The 3-stage chain runs through Mankey, which you can catch at solid rates from the locations below. Evolve through a special method once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Annihilape in Scarlet & Violet
Mankey is your first catch on the way to Annihilape. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 15-47 across 24 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch MankeyEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Five) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.15-1936%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Five) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.15-1936%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area One) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.15-1936%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area One) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.15-1936%EarlyRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.15-1912%EarlyRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.15-1912%EarlyRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area One) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.15-1912%EarlyRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area One) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.15-1912%EarlyRoute
Step 2Catch or Evolve PrimeapeMODERATENorth Province (Area One) - Bamboo ForestScarletOverworldLv.28-478%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area One) - Bamboo ForestVioletOverworldLv.28-478%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area One) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.28-478%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area One) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.28-478%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Two) - Bamboo ForestVioletOverworldLv.28-478%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Two) - Bamboo ForestScarletOverworldLv.28-478%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Two) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.28-478%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Two) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.28-478%MidRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area Three) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.28-478%MidRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area Three) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.28-478%MidRouteCHALLENGINGNorth Province (Area One) - RockyVioletOverworldLv.28-474%MidRouteCHALLENGINGNorth Province (Area One) - RockyScarletOverworldLv.28-474%MidRouteCHALLENGINGNorth Province (Area Two) - RockyScarletOverworldLv.28-474%MidRouteCHALLENGINGNorth Province (Area Two) - RockyVioletOverworldLv.28-474%MidRouteCHALLENGINGWest Province (Area Three) - RockyScarletOverworldLv.28-474%MidRouteCHALLENGINGWest Province (Area Three) - RockyVioletOverworldLv.28-474%MidRouteor evolve from Mankey (Step 1)
Step 3Annihilape ✓
No wild encounters for Annihilape in Legends: Z-A. Bring Mankey over from Red, Yellow, or Brilliant Diamond, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
We rate Annihilape A-Tier — a strong competitive pick. At 535 BST, it fits the wallbreaker role. Base 115 Attack stands out.
Watch for Aerodactyl (Flying), Espeon (Psychic), and Chandelure (Ghost) when using Annihilape. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Fairy-type attackers are also a problem.
Vital Spirit prevents sleep — that's the one you want on Annihilape. Defiant is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Inner Focus works too if your team needs something different.
Base 90 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Annihilape is a physical attacker with base 115 Attack. Defensively? Tanky enough to absorb a few hits. Best used as a wallbreaker.
Annihilape can be found in Legends: Z-A and Scarlet & Violet.
Annihilape joined the series in Scarlet & Violet and has been available in 2 titles so far. With 1 generation of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSVDebut
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A