Stats & Training
Vigoroth's spread isn't flashy. Speed leads, Sp. Atk trails, 4 stats clear the bar. Common in the wild and worth 2 Speed EVs, on a slow 1.25M XP grind.
Its heartbeat is fast and its blood so agitated that it can’t sit still for one second.
Its heartbeat is fast and its blood so agitated that it can’t sit still for one second.
Vigoroth Weakness
Vigoroth is weak to Fighting. On the flip side, it's immune to Ghost-type moves entirely. Vigoroth's physical bulk (base 80 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
 Terrakion RockFighting | A | |
Obtain MethodRoute 22 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Terrakion builds →Sacred Sword 2x100-118%KO Rock Smash 2x46-54% Double Kick 2x34-41% | ||
 Mienshao Fighting | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Mienshao builds →High Jump Kick 2x138-163%KO Jump Kick 2x106-126%KO Aura Sphere 2x90-106%KO Drain Punch 2x80-95% | ||
 Cobalion SteelFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 13 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Cobalion builds →Sacred Sword 2x74-87% Rock Smash 2x34-41% Double Kick 2x26-31% | ||
 Virizion GrassFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 11 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Virizion builds →Sacred Sword 2x74-87% Rock Smash 2x34-41% Double Kick 2x26-31% | ||
 Emboar FireFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Tepig (Aspertia City Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Emboar builds →Hammer Arm 2x105-124%KO Brick Break 2x80-95% Rock Smash 2x44-52% Arm Thrust 2x18-21% | ||
 Riolu Fighting | D | |
Riolu Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Riolu builds →Force Palm 2x43-51% Rock Smash 2x31-37% | ||
 Scraggy DarkFighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Scraggy builds →Brick Break 2x55-65% Rock Smash 2x31-37% | ||
Riolu Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Riolu builds →Force Palm 2x44-53% Rock Smash 2x31-37% | ||
 Heracross BugFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Heracross builds →Close Combat 2x127-150%KO Brick Break 2x80-94% Rock Smash 2x44-53% | ||
Scraggy DarkFighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Scraggy builds →High Jump Kick 2x92-108%KO Brick Break 2x54-64% Rock Smash 2x31-36% | ||
Riolu Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Riolu builds →Brick Break 2x52-61% Force Palm 2x42-50% Rock Smash 2x28-33% | ||
Heracross BugFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Heracross builds →Close Combat 2x124-146%KO Brick Break 2x78-93% Rock Smash 2x43-51% | ||
 Gurdurr Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Gurdurr builds →Dynamic Punch 2x91-107%KO Brick Break 2x68-80% Wake-Up Slap 2x64-76% Rock Smash 2x37-44% | ||
Scraggy DarkFighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Scraggy builds →High Jump Kick 2x89-105%KO Brick Break 2x54-63% Rock Smash 2x28-34% | ||
Riolu Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Riolu builds →Brick Break 2x50-59% Force Palm 2x41-49% Rock Smash 2x28-34% | ||
Cobalion SteelFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 13 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Cobalion builds →Sacred Sword 2x73-87% Rock Smash 2x34-40% Double Kick 2x26-30% | ||
Virizion GrassFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 11 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Virizion builds →Sacred Sword 2x73-87% Rock Smash 2x34-40% Double Kick 2x26-30% | ||
Heracross BugFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Heracross builds →Close Combat 2x126-149%KO Brick Break 2x80-95% Rock Smash 2x44-52% | ||
Gurdurr Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Gurdurr builds →Dynamic Punch 2x92-109%KO Hammer Arm 2x92-109%KO Brick Break 2x70-83% Wake-Up Slap 2x64-77% | ||
Scraggy DarkFighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Scraggy builds →High Jump Kick 2x91-107%KO Brick Break 2x53-62% Rock Smash 2x29-34% | ||
Terrakion RockFighting | A | |
Obtain MethodRoute 22 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Terrakion builds →Sacred Sword 2x100-118%KO Rock Smash 2x46-54% Double Kick 2x34-41% | ||
Cobalion SteelFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 13 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Cobalion builds →Sacred Sword 2x74-87% Rock Smash 2x34-41% Double Kick 2x26-31% | ||
Virizion GrassFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 11 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Virizion builds →Sacred Sword 2x74-87% Rock Smash 2x34-41% Double Kick 2x26-31% | ||
Heracross BugFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Heracross builds →Close Combat 2x128-151%KO Brick Break 2x80-95% Rock Smash 2x44-52% | ||
Gurdurr Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Gurdurr builds →Dynamic Punch 2x94-110%KO Hammer Arm 2x94-110%KO Brick Break 2x70-83% Wake-Up Slap 2x66-77% | ||
In Black 2 & White 2, Conkeldurr's Drain Punch hits Vigoroth for 63-74%.
 Conkeldurr Fighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityGuts ItemLeftovers NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Conkeldurr builds →Drain Punch 2x63-74% Mach Punch 2x34-40% | ||
 Machamp Fighting | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityNoguard ItemLeftovers NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Machamp builds →Bullet Punch11-13% Stone Edge26-31% | ||
Black 2 & White 2 Evolution
Vigoroth is the middle stage between Slakoth and Slaking. It's a three-stage line with one more evolution to go. For breeding, quick to hatch with a massive partner pool via one egg group. Speed has grown the most so far (+60), but there's still another 230 stats to gain in the final evolution. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Vigoroth to get Slakoth eggs easily using 181 partners from the Ground egg group. Notable egg moves include After You, Body Slam, Crush Claw and 8 more.
Black 2 & White 2 Vigoroth Best Moveset
One boost from Bulk Up and Vigoroth gets dangerous fast. The Jolly nature targets max HP and Speed, and Vitalspirit backs the whole approach. Bulk Up and utility options handle most of what's left standing.
Best Build
Vigoroth best EVs are HP and Speed
Wall Moveset
- Bulk Up
- Body Slam
- Slack Off
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Moves
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 13 types means almost nothing walls Vigoroth cleanly, with Double-Edge and Mega Kick anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Vigoroth in Black 2 & White 2
A handful of locations for Vigoroth with decent spawn rates across endgame routes. The sort toggle below swaps between best odds and earliest access, so you can approach it based on where you are in the game.
Where To Catch Vigoroth in Black 2 & White 2
To get Vigoroth, start by catching Slakoth through walking encounters at Lv. 55-65. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Obtain Slakoth
Step 2Vigoroth ✓Pinwheel Forest - insideBlack 2Grass Lv.55-57 ForestUncommonPostAnyPinwheel Forest - insideWhite 2Grass Lv.55-57 ForestUncommonPostAnyPinwheel Forest - insideBlack 2Grass Lv.63-65 ForestUncommonPostAnyDouble grassPinwheel Forest - insideWhite 2Grass Lv.63-65 ForestUncommonPostAnyDouble grassor evolve from Slakoth (Step 1)
Vigoroth Guide
In Black 2 & White 2, Vigoroth isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Slaking to unlock its full potential. At 440 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
In Black 2 & White 2, Vigoroth's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Vital Spirit is the go-to ability for Vigoroth. It prevents sleep. It's Vigoroth's only ability.
In Black 2 & White 2, Vigoroth fills the pivot role. It's leaning toward the physical side (base 80 Attack). Base 90 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Game Availability
Vigoroth 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.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RSDebut
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 8SwSh
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