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.
The tradition known as Pyukumuku chucking started from the custom of throwing Pyukumuku back into the sea after they wash onshore.
Its entire body is covered in its own slime. If you accidentally step on one, you’ll slip, and it will get mad and smack you!
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 no compatible partners for breeding through one egg group. Eggs come out quick to hatch.
How to Evolve
Breed Pyukumuku easily from the Water1 egg group. Pass egg moves like Bestow, Endure, Spite and 2 more to offspring.
This is a pure walling set. Leftovers provides passive recovery each turn so Pyukumuku sticks around, and the Bold nature reinforces physical wall. Recover handles sustain while Unaware does work passively.
Best Build
Best Pyukumuku Moveset
- Block
- Soak
- Recover
- Toxic
Recommended Teammates
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.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
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.
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