Aggron's Steel/Rock typing gives it an immunity to Poison. Only 3 weaknesses on top of that — it has plenty of safe switch-in opportunities. A competitive option since Gen 3. It relies on good prediction to keep up.
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.
Its iron horns grow longer a little at a time. They are used to determine the AGGRON’s age. The gouges in its armor are worn with pride as mementos from battles.
Aggron Weakness
GoodType-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. 9 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.
- Dark and Steel types added — Fairy does not exist yet
- Moves are Physical or Special based on type, not per move
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.
How to Evolve
Breed with Aggron to get Aron eggs using 49 partners from the Monster egg group. Notable egg moves include Body Slam, Endeavor, Smelling Salts and 1 more.
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 utility options backing it up.
Best Build
Best Aggron Moveset
- Rock Slide
- Focus Punch
- Thunder Wave
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Hard to wall, honestly. Aggron threatens 11 types beyond its own STAB, with Normal and Ground standing out. Pair that with Iron Tail and Rock Slide and switchins need to think twice.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Aggron doesn't appear wild. Catch Aron instead, it shows up at solid rates. Evolve it at level 42 to get Aggron. The 3-stage chain is mapped in the step cards below.
How to Obtain Aggron in Emerald
The path to Aggron starts with Aron at Lv. 7-44 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch AronEFFORTLESSGranite Cave - B1FGrassLv.9-11CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSGranite Cave - B2FGrassLv.10-12CommonEarlyCaveEASYGranite Cave - 1F Room 2GrassLv.7-8UncommonEarlyCaveCHALLENGINGVictory Road - 1FGrassLv.36-40RareLateCave
Step 2Catch or Evolve LaironEFFORTLESSVictory Road - B1FGrassLv.40-42CommonLateCaveEASYVictory Road - 1FGrassLv.40UncommonLateCaveEASYVictory Road - B2FGrassLv.40-44UncommonLateCaveor evolve from Aron (Step 1)
Step 3Aggron ✓
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.
Aggron appears in 15 games, including Ruby & Sapphire, FireRed & LeafGreen, and Emerald.
Aggron first appeared in Ruby & Sapphire and has been available in 15 games across 7 generations. Obtainable through wild encounters in most titles where it appears.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRSDebut
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 IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A