Aggron's all-in on Defense at the expense of Speed. The physical lean is obvious from the bars. Yields 3 Defense EVs and follows a slow 1.25M XP grind.
While seeking iron for food, it digs tunnels by breaking through bedrock with its steel horns.
While seeking iron for food, it digs tunnels by breaking through bedrock with its steel horns.
Type-wise, Aggron takes extra damage from Fighting, Ground, and Water. Watch out for Fighting and Ground attacks, those deal 4x damage. Poison moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. 8 resistances give it solid defensive coverage on top of that. Aggron's physical bulk (base 180 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Fighting, Ground |
| 2x (Weak) | Water |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Ice, Psychic, Bug, Rock, Dragon, Fairy |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Normal, Flying |
| 0x (Immune) | Poison |
Tyranitar threatens a KO with Earthquake (129-152%).
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Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves View Talonflame builds →
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Recommended Build AbilitySand Stream ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Aggron View Tyranitar builds →Knock Off31-37% Stone Edge24-28% Pursuit20-23% Earthquake 4x129-152%KO | ||
 Dondozo Water | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityUnaware ItemLeftovers NatureImpish Moves View Dondozo builds →
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Recommended Build AbilitySynchronize ItemLeftovers NatureCalm Moves View Umbreon builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityUnburden ItemFocus Sash NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Aggron View Slurpuff builds →Flamethrower22-26% | ||
Aggron is the final form in a three-stage chain from Aron through Lairon. Breeding this form produces Aron eggs (slow to hatch). Evolving from Aron gave Aggron the biggest boost in Defense (+80), bringing the total to 530 stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Aggron to get Aron eggs using 81 partners from the Monster egg group.
This build takes hits and hits back. Leftovers provides passive recovery each turn, Sturdy supports the gameplan, and max HP and Attack EVs mean Aggron doesn't crumble to chip damage. Plus Ground coverage backing it up.
Best Build
Aggron best EVs are Attack and HP
Physical Tank Moveset
- Body Press
- Stealth Rock
- Heavy Slam
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Iron Defense
- Counter
- Dragon Tail
- Body Press
Recommended Teammates
Physical Attacker Moveset
- Heavy Slam
- Stealth Rock
- Head Smash
- Dragon Rush
Physical Tank Moveset
- Metal Burst
- Stealth Rock
- Reversal
- Head Smash
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Iron Defense
- Counter
- Dragon Tail
- Body Press
Recommended Teammates
Physical Attacker Moveset
- Heavy Slam
- Stealth Rock
- Head Smash
- Dragon Rush
Recommended Teammates
Physical Tank Moveset
- Metal Burst
- Stealth Rock
- Reversal
- Head Smash
Recommended Teammates
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Fire Punch
- Earthquake
- Endeavor
- Counter
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Tank Moveset
- Earthquake
- Iron Defense
- Counter
- Rest
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Hard to wall, honestly. Aggron threatens 11 types beyond its own STAB, with Normal and Ice standing out. Pair that with Head Smash and Steel Beam and switchins need to think twice.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Hard to wall, honestly. Aggron threatens 12 types beyond its own STAB, with Normal and Flying standing out. Pair that with Head Smash and Iron Tail and switchins need to think twice.
Hard to wall, honestly. Aggron threatens 11 types beyond its own STAB, with Normal and Ice standing out. Pair that with Steel Roller and Meteor Beam and switchins need to think twice.
Hard to wall, honestly. Aggron threatens 13 types beyond its own STAB, with Normal and Ground standing out. Pair that with Head Smash and Iron Tail and switchins need to think twice.
Aggron isn't available in the wild in Legends: Z-A. Start by transferring Aron from Ruby, Emerald, or Brilliant Diamond. The evolution path from Aron to Aggron is covered in the steps below.
You're catching Aron first, not Aggron. Aron appears at decent rates in the encounters below. The step cards map the full 3-stage chain with evolution methods between each stage.
How to Obtain Aggron in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
To get Aggron, start by catching Aron through walking and special encounters at Lv. 29-63. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch AronFuego IronworksBrilliant DiamondUsing PokeRadar Lv.29-30 Power-plant22%MidBig Bluff CavernBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameBig Bluff CavernShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameGlacial CavernShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameGlacial CavernBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameIcy CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 IcePostPost-gameIcy CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 IcePostPost-gameRocky CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameRocky CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameWhiteout CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameWhiteout CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-game
Step 2Catch or Evolve LaironBig Bluff CavernBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameBig Bluff CavernShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameGlacial CavernBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameGlacial CavernShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameIcy CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 IcePostPost-gameIcy CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 IcePostPost-gameRocky CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameRocky CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameWhiteout CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameWhiteout CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameor evolve from Aron (Step 1)
Step 3Aggron ✓
You're catching Aron first, not Aggron. Aron appears at decent rates in the encounters below. The step cards map the full 3-stage chain with evolution methods between each stage.
2 encounter spots for Aggron at moderate rates starting from endgame routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Aggron has a 530 base stat total and ranks as C-Tier: a situational pick that fills a niche. It works best as a balanced. Base 180 Defense is where it shines.
Aggron's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), Golem (Ground), and Swampert (Water), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Machamp is the most dangerous since Fighting moves deal 4x damage. Aggron has enough bulk to absorb a hit, but don't push the matchup. Pivot to a teammate that resists.
Sturdy is the go-to ability for Aggron. It prevents being KOed from full HP, leaving 1 HP instead. Its hidden ability Heavy Metal can work in specific setups. Rock Head is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
Aggron fills the balanced role. It's a physical attacker with base 110 Attack. Base 50 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. And it's tanky enough to absorb a few hits.
Best way to handle Aggron: Super-effective STAB from faster Pokemon is the simplest answer. Fighting, Ground, and Water-type attackers hit hardest.
Aggron first appeared in Ruby & Sapphire and has been available in 15 games across 8 generations. Obtainable through wild encounters in most titles where it appears.
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- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RSDebut
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
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