Nothing fancy in Morgrem's spread. It leans mixed with Sp. Atk out front. And you'll get 2 Sp. Atk EVs per KO for it. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
Morgrem prefers dirty tactics, like ambushing, because it doesn’t have confidence in its brawn.
This Pokémon absorbs negative emotions and turns them into energy. It’s popular with people who tend to think gloomy thoughts.
Morgrem is weak to Poison, Steel, and Fairy. On the flip side, it's immune to Psychic and Dragon-type moves entirely.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Poison, Steel, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Ghost |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Psychic, Dragon |
Archaludon's Flash Cannon hits Morgrem for 64-75%. Whimsicott deals 42-49% with Moonblast.
 Archaludon SteelDragon | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityStamina ItemAssault Vest NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Morgrem View Archaludon builds →Flash Cannon 2x64-75% | ||
 Glimmora RockPoison | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityToxicdebris ItemRed Card NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Morgrem View Glimmora builds →Power Gem27-32% | ||
 Whimsicott GrassFairy | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityPrankster ItemCovert Cloak NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Morgrem View Whimsicott builds →Moonblast 2x42-49% | ||
 Salazzle PoisonFire | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityCorrosion ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Morgrem View Salazzle builds →Flamethrower33-39% Sludge Bomb 2x66-78% | ||
 Ferrothorn GrassSteel | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityIron Barbs ItemLeftovers NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Morgrem View Ferrothorn builds →Knock Off3-4% | ||
Morgrem sits between Impidimp and Grimmsnarl in this three-stage line. Not the final form yet. For breeding, average hatch time with plenty of partners via two egg groups. HP has grown the most so far (+20), but there's still another 140 stats to gain in the final evolution. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Morgrem to get Impidimp eggs using 66 partners from the Fairy and Humanshape egg groups.
Still unevolved, still relevant. Morgrem's Eviolite bulk with spread EVs creates a defensive profile that punches above its stage. Prankster adds passive value. Parting Shot gives it offensive presence.
Best Build
Morgrem best EVs are Defense and HP
Wall Moveset
- Parting Shot
- Reflect
- Light Screen
- Thunder Wave
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Wall Moveset
- Reflect
- Light Screen
- Thunder Wave
- False Surrender
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Pivot Moveset
- Parting Shot
- Light Screen
- Draining Kiss
- Nasty Plot
Recommended Teammates
Pivot Moveset
- Parting Shot
- Taunt
- Sucker Punch
- Reflect
Recommended Teammates
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Moves
Most of Morgrem's flexibility comes from TMs. Same-type output runs through Foul Play and Play Rough, but Normal and Fire and the rest of the TM pool push it from predictable to genuinely threatening.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Most of Morgrem's flexibility comes from TMs. Same-type output runs through Foul Play and Play Rough, but Normal and Fighting and the rest of the TM pool push it from predictable to genuinely threatening.
Morgrem starts showing up in late-game routes at moderate rates across 2 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Morgrem in Scarlet & Violet
Impidimp is your first catch on the way to Morgrem. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 16-42 across 4 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch ImpidimpTagtree Thicket - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.16-36 Forest20%MidTagtree Thicket - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.16-36 Forest20%Mid
Step 2Morgrem ✓Tagtree Thicket - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.32-42 Forest6%LateTagtree Thicket - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.32-42 Forest6%Lateor evolve from Impidimp (Step 1)
decent spawn rates across 18 locations for Morgrem in late-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Morgrem in Sword & Shield
The path to Morgrem starts with Impidimp at Lv. 21-65 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch ImpidimpGiant's MirrorSwordGrass Lv.26-2835%MidHeavy FogGiant's MirrorShieldGrass Lv.26-2835%MidHeavy FogStony WildernessShieldGrass Lv.26-2820%MidThunderstormStony WildernessSwordGrass Lv.26-2820%MidThunderstormStony WildernessShieldGrass Lv.26-2820%MidIntense SunStony WildernessSwordGrass Lv.26-2820%MidIntense SunStony WildernessShieldGrass Lv.26-2820%MidSnowingStony WildernessSwordGrass Lv.26-2820%MidSnowingStony WildernessShieldGrass Lv.26-2820%MidRainingStony WildernessSwordGrass Lv.26-2820%MidRainingStony WildernessShieldGrass Lv.26-2820%MidHeavy FogStony WildernessSwordGrass Lv.26-2820%MidHeavy FogStony WildernessShieldGrass Lv.27-2920%MidNormal WeatherStony WildernessSwordGrass Lv.27-2920%MidNormal WeatherStony WildernessShieldGrass Lv.26-2810%MidSnowstormStony WildernessSwordGrass Lv.26-2810%MidSnowstormStony WildernessShieldGrass Lv.27-2910%MidOvercastStony WildernessSwordGrass Lv.27-2910%MidOvercastHammerlocke HillsShieldGrass Lv.28-3010%MidHeavy FogHammerlocke HillsSwordGrass Lv.28-3010%MidHeavy FogMotostoke OutskirtsShieldGrass Lv.21-245%MidAll WeatherMotostoke OutskirtsSwordGrass Lv.21-245%MidAll WeatherSlippery SlopeShieldOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostHeavy FogSlippery SlopeSwordOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostHeavy Fog
Step 2Morgrem ✓Glimwood TangleShieldOverworld Lv.34-36 Forest20%LateRainingGlimwood TangleShieldOverworld Lv.34-37 Forest20%LateHeavy FogGlimwood TangleShieldOverworld Lv.34-36 Forest20%LateOvercastGlimwood TangleShieldOverworld Lv.34-36 Forest20%LateNormal WeatherGlimwood TangleShieldOverworld Lv.34-36 Forest20%LateSnowstormGlimwood TangleSwordOverworld Lv.34-36 Forest20%LateAll WeatherGlimwood TangleShieldGrass Lv.34-36 Forest20%LateAll WeatherGlimwood TangleShieldOverworld Lv.34-36 Forest20%LateThunderstormGlimwood TangleSwordGrass Lv.34-36 Forest20%LateAll WeatherGlimwood TangleShieldOverworld Lv.34-36 Forest20%LateIntense SunGlimwood TangleShieldOverworld Lv.34-36 Forest20%LateSnowingGlimwood TangleShieldOverworld Lv.34-36 Forest20%LateSandstormSnowslide SlopeShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice20%PostHeavy FogSnowslide SlopeSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice20%PostHeavy FogGiant's BedShieldOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostHeavy FogGiant's BedSwordOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostHeavy FogGiant's FootShieldOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostHeavy FogGiant's FootSwordOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostHeavy Fogor evolve from Impidimp (Step 1)
At 370 BST, Morgrem is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Grimmsnarl before bringing it to any serious fight.
Impidimp evolves into Morgrem at level 32. Morgrem evolves into Grimmsnarl at level 42. Morgrem is a middle-stage evolution in the Impidimp line.
Morgrem gets Prankster, Frisk, and Pickpocket. But Prankster is the one that matters. It's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that.
Morgrem is leaning toward the special side (base 75 Sp. Atk). Fragile, can't afford to take many hits, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 70 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many.
Since Sword & Shield, Morgrem has been obtainable in 2 games. A Generation 8 debut means a shorter history, but Morgrem has appeared steadily across every generation since.
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