Pyukumuku Best Moveset
130 in both defenses on 55 HP with AbilityInnards Out dealing damage equal to remaining HP when knocked out. But 5 Speed, 60 Attack, and 30 Sp. Atk mean the moveset has zero offensive output while alive. F-tier as a pure defensive gimmick that relies on the knockout damage to matter.
Innards Out dealt damage equal to lost HP when KO'd in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). 5 Attack and 5 Sp. Atk. Zero offense. The counter move was dying.
Best Moves
Best Build
Pyukumuku best EVs are HP and Defense
Wall Moveset
- Recover
- Toxic
- Block
- Soak
Recommended Teammates
Same Innards Out in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). Toxic and Recover stalled. When Pyukumuku fainted, Innards Out punished. Two gens of winning by losing.
Wall Moveset
- Recover
- Toxic
- Soak
- Block
Recommended Teammates
Pyukumuku Weakness
Pyukumuku's Water typing leaves it vulnerable to Electric and Grass. 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.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Grass |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Ice, Steel |
What is Pyukumuku Weak Against
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Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureImpish Moves View Ho-Oh builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityDarkaura ItemLife Orb NatureNaive Moves
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Recommended Build AbilityIntrepidsword ItemRustedsword NatureJolly Moves View Zacian-Crowned builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityDesolateland ItemRedorb NatureJolly Moves View Groudon-Primal builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityPrimordialsea ItemBlueorb NatureTimid Moves View Kyogre-Primal builds →
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Evolution
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. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Pyukumuku easily with 114 breeding partners from the Water1 egg group.
Pyukumuku Locations
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 to Catch Pyukumuku in Sword & Shield
Pyukumuku's encounter pool splits between Sword and Shield. You've got 5 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 to Catch Pyukumuku in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
You can find Pyukumuku through 6 surfing and gift encounters at Lv. 16-55. The list is sorted by game progression, so the earliest accessible spots show up first.
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 to Catch Pyukumuku in Sun & Moon
Which version you're playing matters for Pyukumuku. 5 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.
Base Stats
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’s covered in a slime that keeps its skin moist, allowing it to stay on land for days without drying up.
Pyukumuku Guide
It depends on your team. Pyukumuku at 410 BST isn't a powerhouse, but the Water coverage might be exactly what you're missing.
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.
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's hidden ability is Unaware. Ignores other Pokémon's stat modifiers for damage and accuracy calculation. Better than the standard options for competitive play.
Game Availability
Introduced in Sun & Moon, Pyukumuku has appeared in 3 games across 4 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- 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