Gumshoos Best Moveset
110 Attack on Normal with AbilityStakeout doubling damage against opponents that just switched in. AbilityAdaptability doubles Normal TermStab from 1.5x to 2x. 88 HP provides some staying power. 45 Speed means going last, but Stakeout punishes every switch and Adaptability doubles TermStab. The moveset hits the switch-in harder than anything else at this tier level.
Stakeout doubled damage against Pokemon switching in during Gen VII (Sun & Moon). 110 Attack doubled on the switch. 45 Speed moved last.
Best Moves
Best Build
Gumshoos best EVs are HP and Attack
Physical Wallbreaker Moveset
- Crunch
- Return
- U Turn
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
Same Stakeout set in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). Predicted the switch, hit hard. Didn't predict correctly, wasted a turn. Two gens of coinflips.
Physical Wallbreaker Moveset
- Knock Off
- Super Fang
- Psychic Fangs
- Ice Fang
Recommended Teammates
Gumshoos Weakness
Gumshoos's Normal typing leaves it vulnerable to Fighting. It shrugs off Ghost-type attacks completely. Only 1 weakness makes it relatively easy to build around defensively.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
What is Gumshoos Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Gumshoos
Urshifu can KO Gumshoos with Close Combat (234-276%).
 Urshifu FightingDark | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityUnseenfist ItemChoice Band NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Gumshoos View Urshifu builds →Close Combat 2x234-276%KO Close Combat 2x234-276%KO | ||
Evolution
Gumshoos is the evolved form of Yungoos. Breeding produces Yungoos eggs, and they're quick to hatch. Evolving from Yungoos gave Gumshoos the biggest boost in HP (+40), bringing the total to 418 stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Gumshoos to get Yungoos eggs easily using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
How to Get Gumshoos
Plenty of locations for Gumshoos with moderate rates across mid-game routes. The sort toggle below swaps between best odds and earliest access, so you can approach it based on where you are in the game.
Where To Catch Gumshoos in SV
To get Gumshoos, start by catching Yungoos through walking encounters at Lv. 2-39. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch YungoosEast Province (Area One) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 36%East Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 36%Glaseado MountainLv.2-24OverworldRate 36%North Province (Area One) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 36%North Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 36%North Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area One) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Six) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 36%West Province (Area One) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 36%West Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 36%West Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 36%Asado Desert - RockyLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%Casseroya Lake - RockyLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%East Province (Area One) - RockyLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%East Province (Area Three) - RockyLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%East Province (Area Two) - RockyLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%Glaseado MountainLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area One) - RockyLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area Three) - RockyLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area Two) - RockyLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%South Province (Area Five) - RockyLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%South Province (Area Four) - RockyLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%South Province (Area Six) - RockyLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%South Province (Area Three) - RockyLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%South Province (Area Two) - RockyLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%The Pokémon League - RockyLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%West Province (Area One) - RockyLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%West Province (Area Three) - RockyLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%West Province (Area Two) - RockyLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%
Step 2Gumshoos ✓Asado Desert - RockyLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%Casseroya Lake - RockyLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%East Province (Area One) - CaveLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%East Province (Area One) - RockyLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%East Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%East Province (Area Three) - RockyLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%East Province (Area Two) - RockyLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%Glaseado MountainLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area One) - CaveLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area One) - RockyLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area Three) - RockyLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area Two) - RockyLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%South Province (Area Five) - RockyLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%South Province (Area Four) - RockyLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%South Province (Area One) - CaveLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%South Province (Area Six) - CaveLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%South Province (Area Six) - RockyLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%South Province (Area Three) - RockyLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%South Province (Area Two) - RockyLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%The Pokémon League - RockyLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%West Province (Area One) - CaveLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%West Province (Area One) - RockyLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%West Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%West Province (Area Three) - RockyLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%West Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%West Province (Area Two) - RockyLv.20-39OverworldRate 12%or evolve from Yungoos (Step 1)
high spawn rates in mid-game routes across 33 locations. Gumshoos's one of the easier catches on the list. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Gumshoos in USUM
The path to Gumshoos starts with Yungoos at Lv. 2-57 via walking and gift encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch YungoosVerdant Cavern - Trial SiteLv.10CaveUltra SunRate 100%Shaking spotRoute 1 - WestLv.2-3GrassRate 35%DayKala'e BayLv.15-18GrassRate 30%DayRoute 1 - EastLv.2-3GrassRate 20%DayRoute 1 - SouthLv.11-14GrassRate 20%DayRoute 2 - SouthLv.6-9GrassRate 10%DayRoute 2 - NorthLv.7-10GrassRate 10%DayRoute 4Lv.11-14GrassRate 10%DayRoute 6 - NorthLv.14-17GrassRate 10%DayRoute 6 - SouthLv.14-17GrassRate 10%DayRoute 8Lv.17-20GrassRate 30%Day
Step 2Gumshoos ✓Route 10Lv.26-29GrassRate 30%DayRoute 14Lv.30-33GrassRate 30%DayRoute 15Lv.30-33GrassRate 30%DayTapu VillageLv.30-33GrassRate 30%DayAkala OutskirtsLv.21-24GrassRate 20%DayMount Lanakila - BaseLv.30-33CaveRate 20%DayRoute 8Lv.17-20GrassDaySOS from YungoosHeahea BeachLv.20Gift from NPCUltra SunTotem gift (20 stickers)Route 16 - EastLv.32-35GrassRate 30%DayRoute 16 - WestLv.32-35GrassRate 20%DayRoute 17 - NortheastLv.33-36GrassRate 20%DayRoute 17 - WestLv.33-36GrassRate 20%DayPoni Plains - CenterLv.54-57GrassRate 70%DayShaking spotPoni Plains - CenterLv.54-57GrassRate 30%DayPoni Plains - EastLv.54-57GrassRate 30%DayPoni Plains - NorthLv.54-57GrassRate 30%DayPoni Plains - WestLv.54-57GrassRate 10%Dayor evolve from Yungoos (Step 1)
Gumshoos is available from mid-game routes onward at high spawn rates. 36 encounter spots give you plenty of options. Grab one early and it'll be ready to evolve or train by mid-game.
Where To Catch Gumshoos in SM
The path to Gumshoos starts with Yungoos at Lv. 2-59 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch YungoosRoute 1 - EastLv.2-3GrassRate 30%DayRoute 1 - WestLv.3-5GrassRate 30%DayRoute 1 - Hau'oli OutskirtsLv.5-7GrassRate 30%DayRoute 1 - SouthLv.10-13GrassRate 30%DayKala'e BayLv.15-18GrassRate 30%DayHau'oli City - Shopping DistrictLv.5-8GrassRate 20%DayRoute 2 - NorthLv.9-10GrassRate 10%DayShaking spotRoute 2 - SouthLv.9-10GrassRate 10%DayShaking spotRoute 3 - NorthLv.9-12GrassRate 10%DayRoute 3 - SouthLv.9-12GrassRate 10%DayRoute 4Lv.11-14GrassRate 10%DayRoute 6 - NorthLv.14-17GrassRate 10%DayRoute 6 - SouthLv.14-17GrassRate 10%DayRoute 8Lv.17-20GrassRate 30%Day
Step 2Gumshoos ✓Akala OutskirtsLv.20-23GrassRate 30%DayRoute 10Lv.24-27GrassRate 30%DayRoute 14Lv.28-31GrassRate 30%DayTapu VillageLv.28-31GrassRate 30%DayRoute 15Lv.30-33GrassRate 30%DayRoute 16Lv.30-33GrassRate 30%DayMalie City - Outer CapeLv.24-27GrassRate 20%DayRoute 11Lv.24-27GrassRate 20%DayRoute 17 - NortheastLv.31-34GrassRate 30%DayRoute 17 - WestLv.31-34GrassRate 30%DayAncient Poni PathLv.40-43GrassRate 30%DayPoni WildsLv.40-43GrassRate 30%DayPoni GroveLv.52-55GrassRate 30%DayPoni Plains - CenterLv.54-57GrassRate 30%DayShaking spotPoni Plains - EastLv.54-57GrassRate 30%DayPoni Plains - NorthLv.54-57GrassRate 30%DayPoni GauntletLv.56-59GrassRate 30%DayPoni Plains - WestLv.54-57GrassRate 10%Dayor evolve from Yungoos (Step 1)
Base Stats
Gumshoos's spread isn't flashy. Attack leads, Speed trails, 2 stats clear the bar. Common in the wild and worth 2 Attack EVs, on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
Gumshoos specializes in relentlessly tracking down prey. The simple-minded Skwovet doesn’t seem to provide Gumshoos enough challenge.
Gumshoos Guide
Watch for Machamp (Fighting) when using Gumshoos. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
It depends on your team. Gumshoos at 418 BST isn't a powerhouse, but the Normal coverage might be exactly what you're missing.
Don't let Gumshoos's 418 base stat total fool you. Adaptability is what makes it tick. It punches way above its weight class. We rate it C-Tier as an attacker.
Run Adaptability on Gumshoos. It's the ability that defines how you build around it and the main reason it holds a competitive niche. Gumshoos also gets Stakeout and Strong Jaw, but they don't compare.
Gumshoos's hidden ability is Adaptability. Increases the same-type attack bonus from 1.5× to 2×. Better than the standard options for competitive play.
Game Availability
Introduced in Sun & Moon, Gumshoos has appeared in 3 games across 4 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 7LGPE
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