Pyukumuku Best Moveset
130 in both defenses on 55 HP with AbilityInnards Out dealing damage equal to remaining HP when knocked out. But 5 Speed, 60 Attack, and 30 Sp. Atk mean the moveset has zero offensive output while alive. F-tier as a pure defensive gimmick that relies on the knockout damage to matter.
Innards Out dealt damage equal to lost HP when KO'd in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). 5 Attack and 5 Sp. Atk. Zero offense. The counter move was dying.
Best Moves
Best Build
Pyukumuku best EVs are HP and Defense
Wall Moveset
- Recover
- Toxic
- Block
- Soak
Recommended Teammates
Same Innards Out in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). Toxic and Recover stalled. When Pyukumuku fainted, Innards Out punished. Two gens of winning by losing.
Wall Moveset
- Recover
- Toxic
- Soak
- Block
Recommended Teammates
Pyukumuku Weakness
Pyukumuku's Water typing leaves it vulnerable to Electric and Grass. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. Pyukumuku's overall bulk (55/130/130) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Grass |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Ice, Steel |
What is Pyukumuku Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Pyukumuku
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Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Pyukumuku View Yveltal builds →Dark Pulse22-26% Sucker Punch21-25% | ||
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 Rillaboom Grass | A | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Pyukumuku View Rillaboom builds →Knock Off29-34% U Turn31-37% Wood Hammer 2x159-187%KO | ||
 Regieleki Electric | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityTransistor ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Pyukumuku View Regieleki builds →Volt Switch 2x37-44% Rapid Spin8-10% Rapid Spin8-10% Volt Switch 2x37-44% | ||
Recommended Build Moves View Necrozma-Dusk-Mane builds →
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Evolution
No evolution chain to worry about here. Pyukumuku is a standalone Pokemon with a massive partner pool for breeding through one egg group. Its eggs are quick to hatch. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Pyukumuku easily with 114 breeding partners from the Water 1 egg group.
Shiny Pyukumuku
Slightly lighter Pyukumuku. The sea cucumber doesn't have much surface area to work with, and the fist-shaped innards stay the same. A tiny Pokemon with a tiny shiny difference.
Shiny Pyukumuku Evolution
Does Not EvolveShiny Pyukumuku Odds & Hunting Methods
3 of 3 VerifiedHow do we research these odds?
We check every game where a shiny is possible, then rank each one by the best method available in that game, so the row at the top is the fastest route overall.
Odds marked verified are cross-checked against multiple independent sources before we publish them. Where a rate is not yet confirmed we mark the row pending rather than guess a number.
Read our full methodologyPyukumuku Locations
Pyukumuku is available from early-game fishing spots onward at decent spawn rates. 5 encounter spots give you plenty of options. Grab one early and it'll be ready to evolve or train by mid-game.
Best Locations to Catch Pyukumuku in Sword & Shield
5 fishing and walking spots from Lv. 11-44 for Pyukumuku. Sorted by game progression with rates on each row, so you can compare without scrolling through everything.
Pyukumuku is a common sight in the Alola shallows, scooped up while you surf a handful of beaches between levels 16 and 55, with one handed to you as a gift.
Best Locations to Catch Pyukumuku in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
You can find Pyukumuku through 6 surfing and gift encounters at Lv. 16-55. The list is sorted by game progression, so the earliest accessible spots show up first.
The blobby sea cucumber Pyukumuku is a common catch when you surf the shallows off a few beaches, wild between level 16 and level 55, and one can also be befriended as a gift.
Best Locations to Catch Pyukumuku in Sun & Moon
You can find Pyukumuku through 5 gift and surfing encounters at Lv. 16-55. The list is sorted by game progression, so the earliest accessible spots show up first.
Base Stats
Pyukumuku's all-in on Defense at the expense of Speed. The physical lean is obvious from the bars. Yields 2 Sp. Def EVs and follows a fast 800K XP curve.
It’s covered in a slime that keeps its skin moist, allowing it to stay on land for days without drying up.
Pyukumuku Guide
It depends on your team. Pyukumuku at 410 BST isn't a powerhouse, but the Water coverage might be exactly what you're missing.
Pyukumuku's hidden ability is Unaware. Ignores other Pokémon's stat modifiers for damage and accuracy calculation. Better than the standard options for competitive play.
Use Pyukumuku as a support. Splits damage between physical and special. It's slow, so Trick Room or priority moves are key.
Run Calm on Pyukumuku. +Sp. Def is what matters, and the -Attack cut doesn't hurt this set. Fits the support role.
Build your team around Marshadow and Groudon Primal. These have the highest co-usage rates with Pyukumuku in competitive formats. They cover each other's weaknesses.
Game Availability
Introduced in Sun & Moon, Pyukumuku has appeared in 3 games across 3 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SMDebut
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7Let's Go
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves
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