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 stress level rises if it cannot keep moving constantly. Too much stress makes it feel sick.
It is always hungry because it won’t stop rampaging. Even while it is eating, it can’t keep still.
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 |
 Poliwrath WaterFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Poliwrath builds →Dynamic Punch 2x85-101%KO Submission 2x69-81% Brick Break 2x64-75% Low Sweep 2x55-66% | ||
 Bewear NormalFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Bewear builds →Superpower 2x128-151%KO Hammer Arm 2x106-126%KO Brick Break 2x80-95% Low Sweep 2x70-83% | ||
 Pangoro FightingDark | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Pangoro builds →Hammer Arm 2x106-126%KO Sky Uppercut 2x90-106%KO Brick Break 2x80-95% Vital Throw 2x75-89% | ||
 Passimian Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Passimian builds →Close Combat 2x123-145%KO Brick Break 2x79-93% Low Sweep 2x69-81% Rock Smash 2x43-50% | ||
 Hariyama Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Hariyama builds →Close Combat 2x123-145%KO Brick Break 2x79-93% Vital Throw 2x74-87% Wake-Up Slap 2x74-87% | ||
In Sun & Moon, Cobalion's Close Combat hits Vigoroth for 68-80%.
 Cobalion SteelFighting | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityJustified ItemFightiniumz NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Cobalion builds →Close Combat 2x68-80% Stone Edge19-22% | ||
 Machamp Fighting | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityNoguard ItemLeftovers NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Vigoroth View Machamp builds →Bullet Punch11-13% Knock Off17-21% Rock Slide20-24% | ||
Sun & Moon 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 218 partners from the Ground egg group. Notable egg moves include After You, Body Slam, Crush Claw and 8 more.
Sun & Moon Vigoroth Best Moveset
Vitalspirit gives Vigoroth passive value while it walls. Careful nature boosts Sp. Def, max HP and Sp. Def EVs maximize the special wall profile, and Eviolite keeps it in the game.
Best Build
Vigoroth best EVs are HP and Sp. Def
Wall Moveset
- Bulk Up
- Night Slash
- Slack Off
- Body Slam
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Bulk Up
- Rock Slide
- Slack Off
- Return
Recommended Teammates
Moves
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 12 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 Sun & Moon
A few locations for Vigoroth with moderate rates across mid-game 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 Sun & Moon
Step 1Obtain Slakoth
Step 2Vigoroth ✓Route 11SunGrass Lv.27 RouteMidIsland Scan (Friday)Route 11MoonGrass Lv.27 RouteMidIsland Scan (Friday)or evolve from Slakoth (Step 1)
Vigoroth Guide
In Sun & Moon, 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 Sun & Moon, 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 Sun & Moon, Vigoroth fills the balanced role. It's a physical attacker with 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.
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- 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