Scraggy Best Moveset
Dark/Fighting at 75 Attack and 48 Speed with AbilityMoxie and AbilityIntimidate. 70/70 defensive stats with Held ItemEviolite give real bulk since Scrafty exists. The moveset has some physical output on good dual TermStab. Evolve to Scrafty for 90 Attack and 115/115 defenses.
Scraggy saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). This was Scraggy's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Shedskin with Eviolite, favoring a Careful nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Scraggy best EVs are HP and Sp. Def
Wall Moveset
- Drain Punch
- Crunch
- Bulk Up
- Rest
Recommended Teammates
Scraggy saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). Scraggy maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Moxie with Choice Scarf, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Knock Off
- Drain Punch
- Zen Headbutt
- Dragon Dance
Recommended Teammates
Scraggy saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Scraggy maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Shedskin with Eviolite, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Drain Punch
- Dragon Dance
- Knock Off
- Crunch
Recommended Teammates
Scraggy saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Scraggy maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Moxie with Eviolite, favoring a Jolly nature.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Dragon Dance
- Knock Off
- High Jump Kick
- Fake Out
Recommended Teammates
Scraggy saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Scraggy maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Shedskin with Eviolite, favoring a Jolly nature.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Knock Off
- Drain Punch
- Dragon Dance
- Bulk Up
Recommended Teammates
Scraggy Weakness
Scraggy's Dark/Fighting typing leaves it vulnerable to Fairy, Fighting, and Flying. Fairy hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. It shrugs off Psychic-type attacks completely.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Fairy |
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting, Flying |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Rock, Ghost |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Psychic |
What is Scraggy Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Scraggy
Miraidon can KO Scraggy with Dazzling Gleam (200-236%). Togekiss threatens a KO with Dazzling Gleam (184-217%). Incineroar deals 49-58% with Flare Blitz.
S | ||
Recommended Build AbilityHadronengine ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Scraggy View Miraidon builds →Draco Meteor80-95% Dazzling Gleam 4x200-236%KO Volt Switch44-51% | ||
 Togekiss Fairy | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySerenegrace ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Scraggy View Togekiss builds →Air Slash 2x87-102%KO Dazzling Gleam 4x184-217%KO | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityIntimidate ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Scraggy View Incineroar builds →Knock Off7-8% Flare Blitz49-58% | ||
Recommended Build AbilityAsonespectrier ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves View Calyrex-Shadow builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityAsoneglastrier ItemWeakness Policy NatureBrave Moves View Calyrex-Ice builds →
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Evolution
One evolution ahead. Scraggy grows into Scrafty through a straightforward two-stage chain. Plenty of partners for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are quick to hatch. The evolved forms gain up to 140 total stats over Scraggy. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Scraggy
moderate rates for Scraggy across 4 locations in endgame routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Scraggy in SV
The path to Scraggy starts with Scraggy at Lv. 50-80 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Scraggy ✓Canyon BiomeLv.50-80OverworldCanyon BiomeLv.59Overworld
Scraggy doesn't appear wild. Catch Scraggy instead, it shows up in the wild. Evolve it at level 39 to get Scraggy. The 2-stage line is mapped in the step cards below.
How to Obtain Scraggy in LZA
- Step 1Scraggy ✓
Step 2Catch or Evolve into ScraftyWild Zone 20Lv.54-56OverworldLegends: Z-AWild Zone 20Lv.63-64OverworldLegends: Z-Aor evolve from Scraggy (Step 1)
high spawn rates in mid-game routes across 18 locations. Scraggy's one of the easier catches on the list. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Scraggy in SwSh
Scraggy is your first catch on the way to Scraggy. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 16-47 across 18 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Scraggy ✓Motostoke OutskirtsLv.21-24GrassSwordRate 35%All WeatherGiant's CapLv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 35%OvercastGiant's Cap - 2Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 35%OvercastStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 35%OvercastGiant's Cap - 3Lv.29-32OverworldSwordRate 35%OvercastStony WildernessLv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 30%OvercastGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24OverworldSwordRate 15%All WeatherGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveSwordRate 15%All WeatherStony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 15%OvercastChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 10%SandstormPotbottom DesertLv.19-24OverworldSwordRate 10%SandstormBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldSwordRate 10%OvercastBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldSwordRate 5%SandstormGiant's CapLv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 5%Normal WeatherGiant's Cap - 2Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 5%Normal WeatherGiant's Cap - 3Lv.29-32OverworldSwordRate 5%Normal WeatherDusty BowlLv.42-47OverworldSwordRate 60%OvercastDusty BowlLv.42-47OverworldSwordRate 15%Normal Weather
Step 2Evolve into ScraftyBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Scrafty egg.
high spawn rates for Scraggy across 6 locations in late-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Scraggy in USUM
The path to Scraggy starts with Scraggy at Lv. 32-36 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Scraggy ✓Route 17 - WestLv.33-36GrassRate 40%Route 16 - WestLv.32-35GrassRate 30%Route 17 - NortheastLv.33-36GrassRate 20%
Step 2Evolve into Scrafty
Base Stats
Attack and Defense carry most of Scraggy's stat budget. Sp. Atk's the obvious dump stat. Common in the wild and yields 1 Attack EV. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
If it locks eyes with you, watch out! Nothing and no one is safe from the reckless headbutts of this troublesome Pokémon.
Scraggy Guide
You can run Scraggy through the first few routes without issues. 348 BST won't carry you far though. Get it to Scrafty as fast as you can.
Game Availability
Scraggy joined the series in Black & White and has been available in 9 titles so far. With 6 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 5BWDebut
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 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