Don't let the raw stats fool you. Unaware ignores the opponent's stat boosts, and that completely changes the math for Pyukumuku. Only weak to Electric and Grass. One of the newer additions from Gen 7. Moves last in almost every matchup — perfect for Trick Room.
Pyukumuku's all-in on Defense at the expense of Speed. The physical lean is obvious from the bars. Yields 2 Sp. Def EVs and follows a fast 800K XP curve.
It lives in warm, shallow waters. If it encounters a foe, it will spit out its internal organs as a means to punch them.
It’s covered in a slime that keeps its skin moist, allowing it to stay on land for days without drying up.
Pyukumuku Weakness
GoodPyukumuku's Water typing leaves it vulnerable to Electric and Grass moves. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. Pyukumuku's overall bulk (55/130/130) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
No evolution chain to worry about here. Pyukumuku is a standalone Pokemon with a massive partner pool for breeding through one egg group. Eggs come out quick to hatch.
How to Evolve
Breed Pyukumuku easily with 114 breeding partners from the Water1 egg group.
This is a pure walling set. Leftovers provides passive recovery each turn so Pyukumuku sticks around, and the Calm nature reinforces special wall. Recover handles sustain while Unaware does work passively.
Best Build
Best Pyukumuku Moveset
- Recover
- Toxic
- Mirror Coat
- Counter
Recommended Teammates
Pyukumuku develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Water STAB show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
You'll want to breed for Bestow and Endure on Pyukumuku. These egg moves aren't just nice to have. Combined with STAB from Water STAB, they expand what Pyukumuku can actually threaten in practice.
You'll want to breed for Bestow and Endure on Pyukumuku. These egg moves aren't just nice to have. Combined with STAB from Water STAB, they expand what Pyukumuku can actually threaten in practice.
Pyukumuku is available from early-game fishing spots onward at decent spawn rates. 10 encounter spots give you plenty of options. Grab one early and it'll be ready to evolve or train by mid-game.
Best Locations
Pyukumuku's encounter pool splits between Sword and Shield. You've got 10 fishing and walking spots at Lv. 11-44 total, but your version determines which ones actually show up.
high spawn rates in mid-game water routes across 12 locations. Pyukumuku's one of the easier catches on the list. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Best Locations
12 spots to find Pyukumuku at Lv. 16-55 via surfing and gift. Not all of them exist in both Ultra Moon and Ultra Sun versions, so filter by your copy below.
10 encounter spots for Pyukumuku at decent spawn rates starting from mid-game water routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Best Locations
Which version you're playing matters for Pyukumuku. 10 gift and surfing spots at Lv. 16-55 spread across Sun and Moon, and some routes only appear in one cartridge. Check the version badges below.
Don't let Pyukumuku's 410 base stat total fool you. Unaware is what makes it tick — it punches way above its weight class. We rate it C-Tier as a support.
Pyukumuku doesn't evolve and has no evolutionary line. It's a Water-type Pokemon with a 410 base stat total.
Run Unaware on Pyukumuku. It's the ability that defines how you build around it and the main reason it holds a competitive niche. Pyukumuku also gets Innards Out, but they don't compare.
Pyukumuku fills the support role. It's leaning toward the physical side (base 60 Attack). Base 5 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. And it's tanky enough to absorb a few hits.
Pyukumuku can be found in Sword & Shield, Sun & Moon, and Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Introduced in Sun & Moon, Pyukumuku has appeared in 3 games across 3 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
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 VIISMDebut
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