Scraggy Best Moveset
Dark/Fighting at 75 Attack and 48 Speed with AbilityMoxie and AbilityIntimidate. 70/70 defensive stats with Held ItemEviolite give real bulk since Scrafty exists. The moveset has some physical output on good dual TermStab. Evolve to Scrafty for 90 Attack and 115/115 defenses.
Scraggy saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). This was Scraggy's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Shedskin with Eviolite, favoring a Careful nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Scraggy best EVs are HP and Sp. Def
Wall Moveset
- Drain Punch
- Crunch
- Bulk Up
- Rest
Recommended Teammates
Scraggy saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). Scraggy maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Moxie with Choice Scarf, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Knock Off
- Drain Punch
- Zen Headbutt
- Dragon Dance
Recommended Teammates
Scraggy saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Scraggy maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Shedskin with Eviolite, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Drain Punch
- Dragon Dance
- Knock Off
- Crunch
Recommended Teammates
Scraggy saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Scraggy maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Moxie with Eviolite, favoring a Jolly nature.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Dragon Dance
- Knock Off
- High Jump Kick
- Fake Out
Recommended Teammates
Scraggy saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Scraggy maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Shedskin with Eviolite, favoring a Jolly nature.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Knock Off
- Drain Punch
- Dragon Dance
- Bulk Up
Recommended Teammates
Scraggy Weakness
Scraggy's Dark/Fighting typing leaves it vulnerable to Fairy, Fighting, and Flying. Fairy hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. It shrugs off Psychic-type attacks completely.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Fairy |
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting, Flying |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Rock, Ghost |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Psychic |
What is Scraggy Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Scraggy
Miraidon can KO Scraggy with Dazzling Gleam (200-236%). Togekiss threatens a KO with Dazzling Gleam (184-217%). Urshifu's Close Combat also KOs at 219-258%.
S | ||
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Scraggy View Miraidon builds →Draco Meteor80-95% Dazzling Gleam 4x200-236%KO Volt Switch44-51% | ||
 Togekiss Fairy | B | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Scraggy View Togekiss builds →Air Slash 2x87-102%KO Dazzling Gleam 4x184-217%KO | ||
 Urshifu FightingDark | B | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Scraggy View Urshifu builds →Close Combat 2x219-258%KO Close Combat 2x219-258%KO | ||
 Staraptor Normal | B | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Scraggy View Staraptor builds →Close Combat 2x92-109%KO U Turn27-32% Double Edge69-81% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Scraggy View Incineroar builds →Knock Off7-8% Flare Blitz49-58% | ||
Recommended Build Moves View Calyrex-Ice builds →
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Evolution
One evolution ahead. Scraggy grows into Scrafty through a straightforward two-stage chain. Plenty of partners for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are quick to hatch. The evolved forms gain up to 140 total stats over Scraggy. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Scraggy easily with 72 breeding partners from the Dragon and Field egg groups.
Shiny Scraggy
That yellow-to-rusty-orange swap hits different. Scraggy's shiny looks like it's been rolling in desert clay, and the warm red undertones give it way more attitude than the original. Easy A tier.
Shiny Scraggy Odds & Hunting Methods
9 of 9 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 methodologyHow to Get Scraggy
Scraggy turns up across 2 locations in endgame routes. Check the list below and head to whichever spot is closest.
Where To Catch Scraggy in SV
The line opens with Scraggy at Lv. 50-80 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Scraggy ✓Canyon BiomeLv.50-80OverworldCanyon BiomeLv.59Overworld
Bring the right balls: check Scraggy catch odds in the Scarlet & Violet Catch Rate Calculator before you throw.
Scraggy skulks through a handful of Lumiose's Wild Zones, this Dark and Fighting pup appearing as an overworld encounter from level 20 up to 48.
Where To Catch Scraggy in LZA
The line opens with Scraggy at Lv. 20-54 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 2Catch or Evolve into ScraftyRouge District - Rouge Sector 3Lv.40-42OverworldLegends: Z-AHyperspace Lumiose - Fighting 4-StarLv.42-44GrassLegends: Z-AHyperspace Lumiose - Dark 4-StarLv.42-44GrassLegends: Z-AWild Zone 20Lv.54-56OverworldLegends: Z-Aor evolve from Scraggy (Step 1)
High spawn rates in mid-game routes across 18 locations. Scraggy is one of the easier catches on the list. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Scraggy in SwSh
Scraggy is the chain's first catch. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 16-47 across 18 total spots in the chain.
- Step 1Scraggy ✓Motostoke OutskirtsLv.21-24GrassSwordRate 35%All WeatherGiant's CapLv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 35%OvercastGiant's Cap - 2Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 35%OvercastStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 35%OvercastGiant's Cap - 3Lv.29-32OverworldSwordRate 35%OvercastStony WildernessLv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 30%OvercastGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveSwordRate 15%All WeatherGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24OverworldSwordRate 15%All WeatherStony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 15%OvercastChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 10%SandstormPotbottom DesertLv.19-24OverworldSwordRate 10%SandstormBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldSwordRate 10%OvercastBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldSwordRate 5%SandstormGiant's CapLv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 5%Normal WeatherGiant's Cap - 2Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 5%Normal WeatherGiant's Cap - 3Lv.29-32OverworldSwordRate 5%Normal WeatherDusty BowlLv.42-47OverworldSwordRate 60%OvercastDusty BowlLv.42-47OverworldSwordRate 15%Normal Weather
- Step 2Evolve into ScraftyBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Scraggy egg.
Bring the right balls: check Scraggy catch odds in the Sword & Shield Catch Rate Calculator before you throw.
Scraggy struts through tall grass at a couple of spots between levels 32 and 36, showing up the same in both versions.
Where To Catch Scraggy in USUM
The line opens with Scraggy at Lv. 32-36 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 2Evolve into Scrafty
Bring the right balls: check Scraggy catch odds in the Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Catch Rate Calculator before you throw.
Base Stats
Attack and Defense carry most of Scraggy's stat budget. Sp. Atk's the obvious dump stat. Common in the wild and yields 1 Attack EV. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
If it locks eyes with you, watch out! Nothing and no one is safe from the reckless headbutts of this troublesome Pokémon.
Scraggy Event Distributions
Scraggy reaches players through one Mystery Gift distribution rather than a recurring giveaway.
Ash's Scraggy GiftJun 2011BlackWhiteBlack 2White 2Not shiny
Scraggy Guide
You can run Scraggy through the first few routes without issues. 348 BST won't carry you far though. Get it to Scrafty as fast as you can.
Game Availability
Scraggy joined the series in Black & White and has been available in 9 titles so far. With 5 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
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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 5BWDebut
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
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
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