Togepi Best Moveset
Fairy at 20 Attack and 20 Speed. The moveset is non-functional at baby pre-evolution stats. Evolve through Togetic to Togekiss where Fairy/Flying TermStab at 120 Sp. Atk and 80 Speed create a real special attacker.
Togepi was a niche pick at best in Gen II (Gold, Silver & Crystal), rarely seen in standard play. This marked Togepi's competitive debut.
Utility Moveset
- Flamethrower
- Psychic
- Shadow Ball
- Charm
Togepi was a niche pick at best in Gen III (Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald), rarely seen in standard play. Togepi maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Serenegrace with Sitrus Berry, favoring a Careful nature.
Wall Moveset
- Body Slam
- Encore
- Soft Boiled
- Reflect
Recommended Teammates
Togepi was a niche pick at best in Gen IV (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum), rarely seen in standard play. Togepi maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Serenegrace with Life Orb, favoring a Relaxed nature.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Metronome
- Ancient Power
- Shadow Ball
- Flamethrower
Recommended Teammates
Togepi was a niche pick at best in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2), rarely seen in standard play. Togepi maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Serenegrace with Eviolite, favoring a Modest nature.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Metronome
- Shadow Ball
- Water Pulse
- Nasty Plot
Recommended Teammates
Togepi saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). This was Togepi's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Hustle with Nothing, favoring a Hardy nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Utility Moveset
- Metronome
- Dazzling Gleam
- Morning Sun
- Fire Blast
Recommended Teammates
Togepi saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Togepi maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Hustle with Eviolite, favoring a Calm nature.
Wall Moveset
- Dazzling Gleam
- Metronome
- Toxic
- Thunder Wave
Recommended Teammates
Togepi saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Togepi maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Hustle with Focus Sash, favoring a Hardy nature.
Special Attacker Moveset
- Protect
- Yawn
- Metronome
Recommended Teammates
Togepi Weakness
Togepi's Fairy typing leaves it vulnerable to Poison and Steel. It shrugs off Dragon-type attacks completely. Just 2 weak spots to worry about, which keeps teambuilding straightforward.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Poison, Steel |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fighting, Bug, Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Dragon |
What is Togepi Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Togepi
Metagross can KO Togepi with Psychic Fangs (106-125%). Nidoking's Ice Beam hits Togepi for 65-76%.
 Metagross SteelPsychic | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityClearbody ItemAssault Vest NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Togepi View Metagross builds →Earthquake83-98% Bullet Punch 2x100-118%KO Psychic Fangs106-125%KO | ||
 Nidoking PoisonGround | C | |
Recommended Build AbilitySheerforce ItemLife Orb NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Togepi View Nidoking builds →Ice Beam65-76% Flamethrower65-76% | ||
Evolution
This is the baby stage. Togepi grows into Togetic by leveling up. Want more? Breed the adults. Baby Pokemon sit in the Undiscovered egg group. The evolved forms gain up to 300 total stats over Togepi. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
How to Get Togepi
Togepi appears at decent spawn rates across 3 spots in mid-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Togepi in PLA
Togepi is your first catch on the way to Togepi. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 16-70 across 7 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Togepi ✓Bathers' LagoonLv.29-34GrassRate 15%Tranquility CoveLv.31-34GrassRate 15%Cottonsedge PrairieLv.33-36GrassRate 15%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into TogeticCottonsedge PrairieLv.17-36GrassRate 15%Bolderoll SlopeLv.18-28GrassRate 15%Tranquility CoveLv.31-34GrassRate 15%or evolve from Togepi (Step 1)
Togepi appears at decent spawn rates across 8 spots in mid-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Togepi in BDSP
Togepi is your first catch on the way to Togepi. You'll find walking and special encounters from Lv. 16-63 across 8 total spots in the chain.
moderate rates is the best you'll get on Togepi in mid-game routes. Use the sort toggle below. Best shows where the odds peak, Earliest shows where you can access it soonest in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Togepi in SwSh
Togepi is your first catch on the way to Togepi. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 26-54 across 10 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Togepi ✓Bridge FieldLv.26-28GrassRate 5%Heavy FogBridge FieldLv.26-28GrassRate 2%Normal WeatherBridge FieldLv.26-28GrassRate 2%Overcast
Step 2Catch or Evolve into TogeticStony WildernessLv.26-28GrassRate 10%Heavy Fogor evolve from Togepi (Step 1)
Step 3Catch or Evolve into TogekissDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldRate 2%Heavy Fogor evolve from Togetic (Step 2)
Togepi can't be caught in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Transfer Togepi from Gold & Silver, Crystal, or Legends: Arceus and evolve through the 3-stage chain to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Togepi in USUM
- Step 1Togepi ✓LATER APPEARANCEfrom Gold & SilverNot TradeableAppears in Gold & Silver via Gift · Violet City · Defeat Falkner. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom CrystalNot TradeableAppears in Crystal via Gift · Violet City · Hatch from Egg. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom FireRed & LeafGreenNot TradeableAppears in FireRed & LeafGreen via Gift · Water Labyrinth · Hatch from Egg. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Diamond & PearlNot TradeableAppears in Diamond & Pearl via Pokeradar · Route 230. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom PlatinumNot TradeableAppears in Platinum via Pokeradar · Route 230. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black & WhiteNot TradeableAppears in Black & White via Walking · White Forest. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Evolve into Togetic
Step 3Evolve into Togekiss
Base Stats
Defense and Sp. Def carry most of Togepi's stat budget. Attack's the obvious dump stat. Common in the wild and yields 1 Sp. Def EV. Follows a fast 800K XP curve.
The shell seems to be filled with joy. It is said that it will share good luck when treated kindly.
Togepi Guide
You can run Togepi through the first few routes without issues. 245 BST won't carry you far though. Get it to Togetic as fast as you can.
Game Availability
Available in 17 titles since its debut in Gold & Silver, Togepi spans 9 generations of Pokemon games. It's accessible through catching or hatching as a base form in most mainline games.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GSDebut
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 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