Obstagoon Best Moveset
AbilityGuts turns status conditions into a 50% Attack boost, and Dark/Normal typing provides Ghost immunity. 90 Attack at 95 Speed behind dual TermStab gives the moveset fast physical offense when statused. AbilityDefiant from the hidden slot punishes AbilityIntimidate. B-tier because the Guts boost plus Speed create reliable physical pressure.
Obstagoon sat at B-Tier in Gen VIII. This was Obstagoon's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Guts with Flame Orb, favoring a Jolly nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Obstagoon best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Knock Off
- Obstruct
- Facade
- Parting Shot
Recommended Teammates
Obstagoon Weakness
Type-wise, Obstagoon takes extra damage from Fighting, Bug, and Fairy. Watch out for Fighting attacks, those deal 4x damage. Psychic and Ghost moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. With 93 HP and balanced defenses, Obstagoon can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Fighting |
| 2x (Weak) | Bug, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Psychic, Ghost |
What is Obstagoon Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Obstagoon
Conkeldurr can KO Obstagoon with Drain Punch (175-206%). Togekiss's Dazzling Gleam also KOs at 90-106%.
 Conkeldurr Fighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityGuts ItemFlame Orb NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Obstagoon View Conkeldurr builds →Drain Punch 4x175-206%KO Mach Punch 4x94-110%KO Knock Off13-15% | ||
 Volcarona BugFire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureModest Moves View Volcarona builds →
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 Togekiss Fairy | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySerenegrace ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Obstagoon View Togekiss builds →Air Slash42-50% Dazzling Gleam 2x90-106%KO | ||
Recommended Build AbilityIntrepidsword ItemRustedsword NatureJolly Moves View Zacian-Crowned builds →
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Evolution
End of the line. Obstagoon caps a three-stage chain that started at Zigzagoon. Breeding produces the base form, and eggs are quick to hatch. Attack grew the most through evolution (+60 over Zigzagoon), and Obstagoon peaks at 520 total stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Obstagoon to get Zigzagoon eggs easily using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
How to Get Obstagoon
Obstagoon starts showing up in endgame routes at decent spawn rates across 4 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Obstagoon in SwSh
Zigzagoon is your first catch on the way to Obstagoon. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 5-65 across 76 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch ZigzagoonRoute 3Lv.10-14OverworldRate 38%All WeatherRoute 2Lv.5-7OverworldRate 2%All WeatherBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldRate 35%SnowingBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldRate 35%OvercastStony WildernessLv.28-30OverworldRate 35%Normal WeatherBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldRate 34%Normal WeatherBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldRate 33%RainingBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldRate 30%ThunderstormStony WildernessLv.28-30OverworldRate 30%SnowingStony WildernessLv.28-30OverworldRate 30%SandstormStony WildernessLv.28-30OverworldRate 30%Intense SunBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldRate 25%SandstormStony WildernessLv.28-30OverworldRate 15%OvercastBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldRate 10%SnowstormBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldRate 10%Heavy FogStony WildernessLv.28-30OverworldRate 10%SnowstormStony WildernessLv.28-30OverworldRate 10%Heavy FogStony WildernessLv.28-30OverworldRate 10%RainingGiant's Cap - 3Lv.29-32OverworldRate 10%SandstormGiant's Cap - 3Lv.29-32OverworldRate 10%Normal WeatherGiant's Cap - 3Lv.29-32OverworldRate 10%RainingBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldRate 5%Intense SunGiant's Cap - 3Lv.28-32OverworldShieldRate 5%Heavy FogGiant's Cap - 3Lv.29-32OverworldRate 5%ThunderstormGiant's Cap - 3Lv.29-32OverworldRate 5%OvercastGiant's Cap - 3Lv.29-32OverworldRate 5%Intense SunGiant's Cap - 3Lv.29-32OverworldRate 5%SnowingGiant's Cap - 3Lv.29-32OverworldSwordRate 5%Heavy FogRoute 2 - High LevelLv.40-43OverworldRate 50%All Weather
Step 2Catch or Evolve LinooneGiant's CapLv.28-30OverworldRate 40%OvercastGiant's CapLv.28-30OverworldRate 35%Normal WeatherGiant's CapLv.28-30OverworldRate 10%SnowingGiant's CapLv.28-30OverworldRate 10%SnowstormGiant's CapLv.28-30OverworldRate 5%Heavy FogGiant's CapLv.28-30OverworldRate 5%RainingBallimere LakeLv.60-65OverworldRate 15%OvercastGiant's BedLv.60-65OverworldRate 10%Overcastor evolve from Zigzagoon (Step 1)- Step 3Obstagoon ✓Lake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassRate 25%Normal WeatherLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassSwordRate 2%SnowingLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassShieldRate 2%Sandstormor evolve from Linoone (Step 2)
Base Stats
Defense and Speed carry most of Obstagoon's stat budget. Sp. Atk's the obvious dump stat. Tough to catch and yields 3 Defense EVs. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It evolved after experiencing numerous fights. While crossing its arms, it lets out a shout that would make any opponent flinch.
Obstagoon Guide
We rate Obstagoon C-Tier: a situational pick that fills a niche. At 520 BST, the stats are spread pretty evenly. Base 101 Defense stands out.
Obstagoon's biggest threats include Conkeldurr (Fighting), Volcarona (Bug), and Grimmsnarl (Fairy), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Conkeldurr is the most dangerous since Fighting moves deal 4x damage.
Reckless is the go-to ability for Obstagoon. It strengthens recoil moves to 1.2× their power. Its hidden ability Defiant can work in specific setups. Guts is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
Base 95 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Obstagoon is a physical attacker with base 90 Attack. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two.
The core moveset is Facade, Knock Off, Obstruct, and Close Combat. Facade leads at 0% usage. Facade provides reliable STAB damage.
Game Availability
Obstagoon joined the series in Sword & Shield and has been available in 1 titles so far. With 3 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 5BW
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 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwShDebut
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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