Skiploom sits in the middle of its evolution line — stronger than Hoppip but not yet at full power. Most trainers push through to Jumpluff as fast as possible. Ground moves can't touch it, which offsets the 5 weaknesses somewhat. Known as the Cottonweed Pokemon.
Nothing fancy in Skiploom's spread. It leans mixed with Speed out front. And you'll get 2 Speed EVs per KO for it. Follows a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
Skiploom enthusiasts can apparently tell where a Skiploom was born by the scent drifting from the flower on the Pokémon’s head.
When the weather grows cold, Skiploom’s flower closes and the Pokémon cannot photosynthesize, so it flies away to warmer regions.
Skiploom Weakness
VulnerableSkiploom is weak to Ice, Fire, Poison, Flying, and Rock-type moves. Watch out for Ice attacks, those deal 4x damage. On the flip side, it's immune to Ground-type moves entirely.
Skiploom sits between Hoppip and Jumpluff in this three-stage line. Not the final form yet. For breeding, average hatch time with a decent partner pool via two egg groups. Speed has grown the most so far (+30), but there's still another 120 stats to gain in the final evolution.
How to Evolve
Breed with Skiploom to get Hoppip eggs easily using 45 partners from the Fairy and Plant egg groups. Notable egg moves include Cotton Guard, Encore, Grassy Terrain and 5 more.
Still unevolved, still relevant. Skiploom's Eviolite bulk with a spread EV build EVs creates a defensive profile that punches above its stage. Infiltrator adds passive value. Stun Spore gives it offensive presence.
Best Build
Best Skiploom Moveset
- Stun Spore
- Strength Sap
- U Turn
- Memento
Recommended Teammates
Egg moves make a real difference. Skiploom gets Cotton Guard and Encore exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Normal and Fairy coverage and more rounds out the picture alongside Leaf Storm and Solar Beam.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Skiploom starts showing up in mid-game routes at moderate rates across 8 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Skiploom in Scarlet & Violet
Hoppip is your first catch on the way to Skiploom. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 2-50 across 64 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch HoppipEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area One) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.2-830%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area One) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.2-830%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Two) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.2-830%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Two) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.2-830%EarlyRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area One) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.18-2712%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area One) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.18-2712%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area Two) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.18-2712%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area Two) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.18-2712%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.18-2712%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.18-2712%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.18-276%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.18-276%MidRouteHARDAsado Desert - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateDesertHARDAsado Desert - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateDesertHARDAsado Desert - GrassScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateDesertHARDAsado Desert - GrassVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateDesertHARDEast Paldean Sea - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateWaterHARDEast Paldean Sea - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateWaterHARDEast Province (Area Three) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDEast Province (Area Three) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateCaveHARDGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateCaveHARDNorth Province (Area One) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDNorth Province (Area One) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDNorth Province (Area Three) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDNorth Province (Area Three) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDNorth Province (Area Three) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDNorth Province (Area Three) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDNorth Province (Area Two) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDNorth Province (Area Two) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Four) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Four) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Four) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Four) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area One) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area One) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Six) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Six) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Three) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Three) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Two) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Two) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDTagtree Thicket - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateForestHARDTagtree Thicket - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateForestHARDThe Pokémon League - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateHARDThe Pokémon League - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateHARDThe Pokémon League - GrassVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateHARDThe Pokémon League - GrassScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateHARDWest Province (Area One) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area One) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area One) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area One) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area Three) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area Three) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area Two) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area Two) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.33-501%LateRoute
Step 2Skiploom ✓MODERATEEast Province (Area One) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.18-2712%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area One) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.18-2712%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area Two) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.18-2712%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area Two) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.18-2712%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.18-2712%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.18-2712%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.18-276%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.18-276%MidRouteor evolve from Hoppip (Step 1)
At 340 BST, Skiploom is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Jumpluff before bringing it to any serious fight.
Skiploom's biggest threats include Lapras (Ice), Charizard (Fire), and Gengar (Poison), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Lapras is the most dangerous since Ice moves deal 4x damage. Flying and Rock-type attackers are also a problem. With 5 weakness types, most competitive teams carry at least one counter.
Skiploom gets Chlorophyll, Leaf Guard, and Infiltrator. But Chlorophyll is the one that matters — it's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that.
Skiploom is leaning toward the physical side (base 45 Attack). But the speed tells the real story — base 80 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many.
Skiploom appears in 16 games, including Gold & Silver, Crystal, and Ruby & Sapphire.
Debuting in Gold & Silver, Skiploom appears in 16 games across 8 generations. A reliable presence in most mainline games, typically found through catching or hatching as a base form.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGSDebut
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 VIISM
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