The stat line revolves around HP. Percentage recovery gets extra mileage here. Attack backs it up, though Speed doesn't pull its weight. Worth 2 HP EVs on a slow 1.25M XP grind to max out.
This glutton appears in villages without warning and devours the entirety of their rice granaries—such occurrences have long been counted among the gravest of disasters.
Snorlax's Normal typing leaves it vulnerable to Fighting. It shrugs off Ghost-type attacks completely. Thick Fat reduces Fire/Ice damage, further improving the defensive spread. Snorlax's special bulk (base 110 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilitySapsipper ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Snorlax View Goodra builds →Draco Meteor24-29% Flamethrower11-13% Knock Off11-14% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureCalm Moves
Damage vs Snorlax View Articuno builds →U Turn11-13% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityToxicchain ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Snorlax View Fezandipiti builds →U Turn11-14% Moonblast10-12% Heat Wave7-8% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlashfire ItemChoice Scarf NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Snorlax View Typhlosion builds →Eruption28-33% Scorching Sands9-10% Focus Blast 2x30-35% Fire Blast21-24% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityCompoundeyes ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Snorlax View Galvantula builds →Thunder19-23% | ||
Snorlax is what Munchlax becomes. Breed it for Munchlax eggs (takes forever to hatch). Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are takes forever to hatch. The evolution from Munchlax pushed Snorlax to 540 total stats. HP saw the largest single gain at +25. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Snorlax to get Munchlax eggs (with patience) using 81 partners from the Monster egg group.
Thickfat gives Snorlax passive value while it walls. Careful nature boosts Sp. Def, max HP and Sp. Def EVs maximize the special wall profile, and Leftovers keeps it in the game.
Best Build
Snorlax best EVs are HP and Sp. Def
Wall Moveset
- Body Slam
- Rest
- Curse
- Heat Crash
Recommended Teammates
Physical Tank Moveset
- Body Slam
- Rest
- Earthquake
- Curse
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Tank Moveset
- Protect
- Body Slam
- Belly Drum
- Curse
Recommended Teammates
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Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Belly Drum
- Protect
- Body Slam
- Recycle
Wall Moveset
- Body Slam
- Curse
- Rest
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
Physical Tank Moveset
- Body Slam
- Rest
- Darkest Lariat
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Belly Drum
- Protect
- Body Slam
- Recycle
Recommended Teammates
Wall Moveset
- Body Slam
- Curse
- Rest
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
Physical Tank Moveset
- Body Slam
- Rest
- Darkest Lariat
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Breadth over depth defines this movepool. Snorlax won't stack one type's damage ceiling, but coverage across 14 types means it always has an effective option. Giga Impact and Hyper Beam anchor the STAB core.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
The offense anchors on Giga Impact and Hyper Beam, with coverage across 12 types adding reach. It's a workable movepool for Snorlax that handles most situations. High Horsepower and Double-Edge give it enough punch where it matters.
Breadth over depth defines this movepool. Snorlax won't stack one type's damage ceiling, but coverage across 13 types means it always has an effective option. Giga Impact and Hyper Beam anchor the STAB core.
Breadth over depth defines this movepool. Snorlax won't stack one type's damage ceiling, but coverage across 14 types means it always has an effective option. Self-Destruct and Giga Impact anchor the STAB core.
Snorlax can't be caught in Scarlet & Violet. Transfer Munchlax from Diamond or Platinum and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
decent spawn rates across 2 locations for Snorlax in mid-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Snorlax in Legends: Arceus
The path to Snorlax starts with Munchlax at walking via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch MunchlaxDeertrack HeightsGrassUncommonSnowfall Hot SpringGrass IceUncommon
Step 2Snorlax ✓Sandgem FlatsGrass DesertUncommonSnowfall Hot SpringGrass IceUncommonor evolve from Munchlax (Step 1)
No wild encounters for Snorlax. The 2-stage line runs through Munchlax, which you can catch at moderate rates from the locations below. Evolve with high friendship once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Snorlax in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
To get Snorlax, start by catching Munchlax through walking encounters at Lv. 25-29. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch MunchlaxGrassland CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.25-29 CaveMidRequires DefogGrassland CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.25-29 CaveMidRequires DefogRiverbank CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.25-29 CaveMidRequires DefogRiverbank CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.25-29 CaveMidRequires DefogSpacious CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.25-29 CaveMidRequires DefogSpacious CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.25-29 CaveMidRequires DefogStill-Water CavernShining PearlGrass Lv.25-29 CaveMidRequires DefogStill-Water CavernBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.25-29 CaveMidRequires DefogSunlit CavernShining PearlGrass Lv.25-29 CaveMidRequires DefogSunlit CavernBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.25-29 CaveMidRequires DefogWhiteout CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.25-29 CaveMidRequires DefogWhiteout CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.25-29 CaveMidRequires Defog
Step 2Snorlax ✓
No wild encounters for Snorlax. The 2-stage line runs through Munchlax, which you can catch at moderate rates from the locations below. Evolve with high friendship once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Snorlax in Sword & Shield
The path to Snorlax starts with Munchlax at Lv. 26-65 via walking and special encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch MunchlaxMotostoke RiverbankSwordOverworld Lv.26-285%MidNormal WeatherMotostoke RiverbankShieldOverworld Lv.28-305%MidNormal WeatherBallimere LakeShieldShaking berry trees Lv.60-65 Water10%PostBallimere LakeSwordShaking berry trees Lv.60-65 Water10%PostBallimere LakeShieldGrass Lv.60-65 Water5%PostOvercastBallimere LakeSwordGrass Lv.60-65 Water5%PostHeavy FogBallimere LakeShieldGrass Lv.60-65 Water5%PostNormal WeatherBallimere LakeSwordGrass Lv.60-65 Water5%PostOvercastBallimere LakeSwordGrass Lv.60-65 Water5%PostNormal WeatherBallimere LakeShieldGrass Lv.60-65 Water5%PostThunderstormBallimere LakeShieldGrass Lv.60-65 Water5%PostIntense SunBallimere LakeSwordGrass Lv.60-65 Water5%PostThunderstormBallimere LakeShieldGrass Lv.60-65 Water5%PostSnowingBallimere LakeSwordGrass Lv.60-65 Water5%PostIntense SunBallimere LakeShieldGrass Lv.60-65 Water5%PostRainingBallimere LakeSwordGrass Lv.60-65 Water5%PostSnowingBallimere LakeShieldGrass Lv.60-65 Water5%PostHeavy FogBallimere LakeSwordGrass Lv.60-65 Water5%PostRaining
Step 2Snorlax ✓
Snorlax looks average on paper at 540 BST. But Thick Fat is why it sees play. Build around that and it pulls its weight. A-Tier tank on our tier list.
Watch for Hitmonlee (Fighting) when using Snorlax. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about. At base 30 Speed, Snorlax won't outrun any of these threats so switching to a resist is usually the safer play.
Snorlax gets Thick Fat, Immunity, and Gluttony. But Thick Fat is the one that matters. It's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that.
Snorlax is leaning toward the physical side (base 110 Attack). Tanky enough to absorb a few hits, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 30 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. Fits the tank role.
Snorlax has answers, but so do you. Status moves (Toxic, Will-O-Wisp) wear it down. Setup sweepers can use it as a boost opportunity. Special attackers bypass its physical bulk.
Available since Red & Blue, Snorlax appears in 21 games spanning 10 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained a Gigantamax form in Generation 8.
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- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RBDebut
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 6XY
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 8SwShGigantamax
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves