Shroomish Best Moveset
Grass at 40 Sp. Atk and 35 Speed with AbilityPoison Heal recovering HP when poisoned instead of losing it. The stats are pre-evolution level. AbilityEffect Spore threatens status on contact. The moveset is building toward Breloom's 130 Attack and AbilityTechnician with MoveSpore.
Shroomish was a niche pick at best in Gen III (Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald), rarely seen in standard play. This was Shroomish's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Effect Spore with Silkscarf, favoring a Sassy nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Shroomish best EVs are HP and Sp. Def
Wall Moveset
- Leech Seed
- Mega Drain
- Headbutt
- Poison Powder
Recommended Teammates
Shroomish was a niche pick at best in Gen IV (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum), rarely seen in standard play. Shroomish maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Poisonheal with Toxic Orb, favoring a Bold nature.
Wall Moveset
- Protect
- Leech Seed
- Giga Drain
- Toxic
Recommended Teammates
Shroomish was a niche pick at best in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2), rarely seen in standard play. Shroomish maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Poisonheal with Toxic Orb, favoring a Calm nature.
Wall Moveset
- Protect
- Giga Drain
- Leech Seed
- Toxic
Recommended Teammates
Shroomish was a niche pick at best in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS), rarely seen in standard play. Shroomish maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Effect Spore with Leftovers, favoring a Calm nature.
Support Moveset
- Toxic
- Leech Seed
- Spore
- Sludge Bomb
Recommended Teammates
Shroomish was a niche pick at best in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM), rarely seen in standard play. Shroomish maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Poisonheal with Eviolite, favoring a Calm nature.
Wall Moveset
- Leech Seed
- Spore
- Protect
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Shroomish was a niche pick at best in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A), rarely seen in standard play. Shroomish maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Quickfeet with Focus Sash, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Tank Moveset
- Leech Seed
- Spore
- Protect
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Shroomish Weakness
Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, and Bug moves hit Shroomish for super-effective damage. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Water, Electric, Grass, Ground |
What is Shroomish Weak Against
FragileBest Pokemon Against Shroomish
Scizor can KO Shroomish with U-turn (176-207%). Charizard threatens a KO with Flamethrower (182-215%). Weavile deals 59-69% with Ice Shard.
 Scizor BugSteel | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityTechnician ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Shroomish View Scizor builds →Bullet Punch51-60% Knock Off54-64% U Turn 2x176-207%KO Close Combat100-118%KO | ||
 Charizard Fire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySolarpower ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Shroomish View Charizard builds →Flamethrower 2x182-215%KO Air Slash 2x152-179%KO Scorching Sands23-28% | ||
 Weavile DarkIce | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Shroomish View Weavile builds →Knock Off47-56% Ice Shard 2x59-69% | ||
 Gengar GhostPoison | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityCursedbody ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Shroomish View Gengar builds →Shadow Ball61-72% Sludge Bomb 2x138-162%KO | ||
 Salamence Dragon | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMoxie ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Shroomish View Salamence builds →Earthquake29-34% | ||
Evolution
Shroomish evolves into Breloom. It's a two-stage chain with the method shown below. Plenty of partners for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are quick to hatch. The evolved forms gain up to 165 total stats over Shroomish. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Shroomish
Shroomish's scattered across 6 spots in early-game routes with high spawn rates. Check the list below for the closest location to wherever you are in the game. This one's quick.
Where To Catch Shroomish in SV
The path to Shroomish starts with Shroomish at Lv. 9-42 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Shroomish ✓West Province (Area Three) - ForestLv.9-29OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Five) - GrassLv.9-29OverworldRate 18%West Province (Area Three) - GrassLv.9-29OverworldRate 18%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into BreloomWest Province (Area Three) - ForestLv.32-42OverworldRate 12%or evolve from Shroomish (Step 1)
No wild encounters for Shroomish in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Bring Shroomish over from Ruby & Sapphire, Emerald, or Scarlet & Violet, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Shroomish in BDSP
Step 1Shroomish ✓LATER APPEARANCEfrom Ruby & SapphireNot TradeableAppears in Ruby & Sapphire via Walking · Petalburg Woods. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom EmeraldNot TradeableAppears in Emerald via Walking · Petalburg Woods. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Diamond & PearlNot TradeableAppears in Diamond & Pearl via Walking · Great Marsh · Post-National Dex. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom PlatinumNot TradeableAppears in Platinum via Walking · Great Marsh · Post-National Dex. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in HeartGold & SoulSilver via Headbutt · Viridian Forest · Post-National Dex. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black & WhiteNot TradeableAppears in Black & White via Swarm · Route 11 · Swarm active. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Evolve into Breloom
No wild encounters for Shroomish in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Bring Shroomish over from Ruby & Sapphire, Emerald, or Scarlet & Violet, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Shroomish in USUM
- Step 1Shroomish ✓LATER APPEARANCEfrom Ruby & SapphireNot TradeableAppears in Ruby & Sapphire via Walking · Petalburg Woods. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom EmeraldNot TradeableAppears in Emerald via Walking · Petalburg Woods. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Diamond & PearlNot TradeableAppears in Diamond & Pearl via Walking · Great Marsh · Post-National Dex. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom PlatinumNot TradeableAppears in Platinum via Walking · Great Marsh · Post-National Dex. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in HeartGold & SoulSilver via Headbutt · Viridian Forest · Post-National Dex. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black & WhiteNot TradeableAppears in Black & White via Swarm · Route 11 · Swarm active. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Evolve into Breloom
Shroomish can't be caught in Sun & Moon. Transfer Shroomish from Ruby & Sapphire, Emerald, or Scarlet & Violet and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Shroomish in SM
- Step 1Shroomish ✓BREEDINGAvailableLeave Breloom with a compatible partner at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Shroomish egg.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Ruby & SapphireNot TradeableAppears in Ruby & Sapphire via Walking · Petalburg Woods. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom EmeraldNot TradeableAppears in Emerald via Walking · Petalburg Woods. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Diamond & PearlNot TradeableAppears in Diamond & Pearl via Walking · Great Marsh · Post-National Dex. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom PlatinumNot TradeableAppears in Platinum via Walking · Great Marsh · Post-National Dex. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in HeartGold & SoulSilver via Headbutt · Viridian Forest · Post-National Dex. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black & WhiteNot TradeableAppears in Black & White via Swarm · Route 11 · Swarm active. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
- Step 2Evolve into Breloom
Base Stats
Shroomish's stats barely vary. None sit in respectable range with no real gaps. It's a blank slate for EV investment. Worth 1 HP EV, standard growth curve to max.
If it senses danger, it scatters spores from the top of its head to protect itself.
Shroomish Guide
Shroomish does the job early-game if you need a Grass type on your team. Evolve it into Breloom before the later gyms and it holds up fine through the story.
Game Availability
Shroomish first appeared in Ruby & Sapphire and has been available in 14 games across 8 generations. Obtainable through catching or hatching as a base form in most titles where it appears.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RSDebut
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 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