An unusually even spread gives Slurpuff flexibility. Defense barely edges ahead. But Speed isn't far off. Common in the wild and follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve. Yields 2 Defense EVs.
By taking in a person’s scent, it can sniff out their mental and physical condition. It’s hoped that this skill will have many medical applications.
Slurpuff’s fur contains a lot of air, making it soft to the touch and lighter than it looks.
Poison and Steel moves hit Slurpuff for super-effective damage. The upside? Dragon-type moves can't touch it at all. With 82 HP and balanced defenses, Slurpuff can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Poison, Steel |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fighting, Bug, Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Dragon |
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityInfiltrator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Slurpuff View Noivern builds →U Turn6-8% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityIntimidate ItemAssault Vest NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Slurpuff View Scrafty builds →Knock Off17-20% Close Combat31-37% Drain Punch19-23% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySynchronize ItemLeftovers NatureCalm Moves View Umbreon builds →
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 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityBulletproof ItemRocky Helmet NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Slurpuff View Chesnaught builds →Knock Off9-11% | ||
 | C | |
Recommended Build AbilitySuperluck ItemScopelens NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Slurpuff View Absol builds →Sucker Punch21-25% Knock Off20-24% | ||
Getting Slurpuff requires a trade, not just grinding levels. The chain starts at Swirlix. Breed this form to get Swirlix eggs (average hatch time). Attack grew the most through evolution (+32 over Swirlix), and Slurpuff peaks at 480 total stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Slurpuff to get Swirlix eggs easily using 66 partners from the Fairy egg group.
Slurpuff leads with Focus Sash insurance. Even if it can't take a hit naturally, it'll survive long enough to get Sticky Web up. Max Attack and Speed EVs go all-in on offense since bulk doesn't matter here.
Best Build
Slurpuff best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Sticky Web
- Endeavor
- Misty Explosion
- Flamethrower
Recommended Teammates
Support Moveset
- Play Rough
- Belly Drum
- Drain Punch
- Sticky Web
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Wall Moveset
- Cotton Guard
- Sticky Web
- Toxic
- Dazzling Gleam
Recommended Teammates
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Play Rough
- Drain Punch
- Belly Drum
- Return
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Wall Moveset
- Protect
- Aromatherapy
- Wish
- Flamethrower
Recommended Teammates
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Play Rough
- Drain Punch
- Belly Drum
- Return
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Wall Moveset
- Protect
- Aromatherapy
- Wish
- Flamethrower
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Leveling does the heavy lifting. Slurpuff picks up Energy Ball and Play Rough along the way, building toward a complete offensive set. TMs add coverage across 9 types, but the foundation's already strong by then.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Without breeding, Slurpuff misses out on After You and Copycat. That's 4 egg moves adding depth that the base kit lacks. STAB comes from Misty Explosion and Play Rough, with coverage across 8 types rounding things out.
Without breeding, Slurpuff misses out on After You and Belly Drum. That's 5 egg moves adding depth that the base kit lacks. STAB comes from Play Rough and Dazzling Gleam, with coverage across 8 types rounding things out.
Without breeding, Slurpuff misses out on After You and Belly Drum. That's 4 egg moves adding depth that the base kit lacks. STAB comes from Play Rough and Dazzling Gleam, with coverage across 7 types rounding things out.
No wild encounters for Slurpuff in Legends: Z-A. Bring Swirlix over from X or Sword, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
The chain to Slurpuff requires a trade evolution through a trade. Catch Swirlix at solid rates and level through the stages, but line up the trade first. The rest of the chain runs on levels alone.
How to Obtain Slurpuff in Sword & Shield
To get Slurpuff, start by catching Swirlix through walking encounters at Lv. 16-36. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch SwirlixGiant's MirrorOverworld Lv.28-3040%MidHeavy FogRoute 5Overworld Lv.19-21 Route30%MidAll WeatherStony WildernessGrass Lv.27-2930%MidOvercastRoute 5Grass Lv.16-18 Route14%MidAll WeatherGlimwood TangleOverworld Lv.34-36 Forest10%LateAll WeatherGlimwood TangleGrass Lv.34-36 Forest10%LateAll Weather
Step 2Slurpuff ✓
Slurpuff isn't available in the wild in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Start by transferring Swirlix from X or Sword. The evolution path from Swirlix to Slurpuff is covered in the steps below.
No wild encounters for Slurpuff in Sun & Moon. Bring Swirlix over from X or Sword, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
We rate Slurpuff B-Tier: a solid choice for the right team. At 480 BST, the stats are spread pretty evenly.
Sweet Veil prevents friendly Pokémon from sleeping. That's the one you want on Slurpuff. Unburden is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses.
Base 72 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Slurpuff is a physical attacker with base 80 Attack. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Slurpuff has answers, but so do you. Super-effective STAB from faster Pokemon is the simplest answer. Poison and Steel-type attackers hit hardest.
Slurpuff joined the series in X & Y and has been available in 6 titles so far. With 5 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
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- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XYDebut
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
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