Weezing's stats are solid on their own, but Levitate is what pushes it over the line. It gives it a Ground immunity. Only weak to Ground and Psychic. Flexible enough to run physical or special sets. A longtime staple going back to Gen 1.
Nothing fancy in Weezing's spread. It leans mixed with Defense out front. And you'll get 2 Defense EVs per KO for it. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It grows by feeding on gases released by garbage. Though very rare, triplets have been found.
Weezing Weakness
GoodType-wise, Weezing takes extra damage from Ground and Psychic. The Poison typing picks up 5 resistances to work with. Levitate grants an additional Ground immunity, reshaping the matchup chart. Weezing's physical bulk (base 120 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
Weezing is what Koffing becomes. Breed it for Koffing eggs (average hatch time). Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolution from Koffing pushed Weezing to 490 total stats. HP saw the largest single gain at +25.
How to Evolve
Breed with Weezing to get Koffing eggs easily using 63 partners from the Indeterminate egg group.
utility options keeps opponents guessing about Weezing's real targets. Rocky Helmet provides chip damage on every physical hit received while max HP and Defense EVs and Bold nature handle the stat profile. Levitate ties it together.
Best Build
Best Weezing Moveset
- Sludge Bomb
- Will O Wisp
- Pain Split
- Haze
Recommended Teammates
Most of Weezing's flexibility comes from TMs. Same-type output runs through Belch and Gunk Shot, but Fire and Normal and the rest of the TM pool push it from predictable to genuinely threatening.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Breeding's the move. Curse and Destiny Bond give Weezing options it can't learn any other way, and coverage across 7 types already covers a decent range on top of Belch and Sludge Bomb. The egg moves push it further.
Breeding's the move. Curse and Grudge give Weezing options it can't learn any other way, and coverage across 7 types already covers a decent range on top of Belch and Sludge Wave. The egg moves push it further.
The level-up pool tells the story here. Weezing learns Self-Destruct and Sludge Bomb naturally, plus enough variety that TMs feel like bonuses. Psychic and Normal coverage and more extends the reach beyond that.
No wild encounters for Weezing in Scarlet & Violet. Bring Koffing over from Red, Gold, or Sword, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
Weezing starts showing up in endgame routes at moderate rates across 12 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Weezing in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
Koffing is your first catch on the way to Weezing. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 55-63 across 12 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Obtain Koffing
Step 2Weezing ✓MODERATERoute 227Brilliant DiamondGrassLv.5510%PostRouteMODERATERoute 227Shining PearlGrassLv.5510%PostRouteMODERATEStark Mountain - OutsideShining PearlGrassLv.5510%PostVolcanoMODERATEStark Mountain - OutsideBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.5510%PostVolcanoMODERATEStark Mountain - EntranceShining PearlGrassLv.5610%PostVolcanoMODERATEStark Mountain - EntranceBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.5610%PostVolcanoBogsunk CavernBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostSwampPost-gameBogsunk CavernShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostSwampPost-gameMODERATEStark Mountain - InteriorShining PearlGrassLv.5810%PostVolcanoMODERATEStark Mountain - InteriorBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.5810%PostVolcanoSwampy CaveShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostSwampPost-gameSwampy CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostSwampPost-gameor evolve from Koffing (Step 1)
Weezing appears at high spawn rates across 6 spots in late-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 Weezing in Sword & Shield
Koffing is your first catch on the way to Weezing. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 22-58 across 32 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch KoffingEFFORTLESSMotostoke RiverbankSwordOverworldLv.26-2840%MidOvercastEFFORTLESSMotostoke RiverbankShieldOverworldLv.28-3040%MidOvercastEFFORTLESSGiant's MirrorSwordGrassLv.27-2930%MidOvercastEFFORTLESSGiant's MirrorSwordGrassLv.27-2930%MidNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSGiant's MirrorShieldGrassLv.27-2930%MidOvercastEFFORTLESSGiant's MirrorShieldGrassLv.27-2930%MidNormal WeatherEASYGiant's MirrorShieldGrassLv.26-2820%MidIntense SunEASYGiant's MirrorSwordGrassLv.26-2820%MidRainingEASYGiant's MirrorSwordGrassLv.26-2820%MidHeavy FogEASYGiant's MirrorShieldGrassLv.26-2820%MidRainingEASYGiant's MirrorShieldGrassLv.26-2820%MidHeavy FogEASYGiant's MirrorSwordGrassLv.26-2820%MidIntense SunEASYMotostoke OutskirtsSwordOverworldLv.22-2615%MidAll WeatherEASYMotostoke OutskirtsShieldOverworldLv.22-2615%MidAll WeatherMODERATEGiant's MirrorSwordGrassLv.26-2810%MidSandstormMODERATEGiant's MirrorShieldGrassLv.26-2810%MidSnowingMODERATEGiant's MirrorShieldGrassLv.26-2810%MidSandstormMODERATEGiant's MirrorSwordGrassLv.26-2810%MidSnowstormMODERATEGiant's MirrorShieldGrassLv.26-2810%MidSnowstormMODERATEGiant's MirrorSwordGrassLv.26-2810%MidThunderstormMODERATEGiant's MirrorSwordGrassLv.26-2810%MidSnowingMODERATEGiant's MirrorShieldGrassLv.26-2810%MidThunderstormEFFORTLESSDusty BowlShieldOverworldLv.42-4735%LateNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSDusty BowlSwordOverworldLv.42-4735%LateNormal WeatherMODERATEDusty BowlShieldOverworldLv.42-475%LateRainingMODERATEDusty BowlSwordOverworldLv.42-475%LateRaining
Step 2Weezing ✓EFFORTLESSSlumbering Weald - High LevelSwordOverworldLv.45-4750%LateForestAll WeatherEFFORTLESSSlumbering Weald - High LevelShieldOverworldLv.45-4750%LateForestAll WeatherEFFORTLESSSlumbering WealdShieldGrassLv.45-4730%LateForestAll WeatherEFFORTLESSSlumbering WealdSwordGrassLv.45-4730%LateForestAll WeatherMODERATELake of OutrageShieldOverworldLv.55-5813%PostWaterOvercastMODERATELake of OutrageSwordOverworldLv.55-5813%PostWaterOvercastor evolve from Koffing (Step 1)
A few locations for Weezing with moderate rates across late-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 Weezing in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
To get Weezing, start by catching Koffing through walking encounters at Lv. 37-44. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch KoffingEFFORTLESSPokémon Mansion - 1FGrassLv.39-4440%LateBuildingEFFORTLESSPokémon Mansion - 2FGrassLv.39-4430%LateBuildingEASYPower PlantGrassLv.37-4225%LatePower-plant
Step 2Weezing ✓MODERATEPokémon Mansion - 2FGrassLv.39-4410%LateBuildingCHALLENGINGPower PlantGrassLv.37-425%LatePower-plantCHALLENGINGPokémon Mansion - 1FGrassLv.39-445%LateBuildingor evolve from Koffing (Step 1)
Weezing looks average on paper at 490 BST. But Levitate is why it sees play — build around that and it pulls its weight. B-Tier on our tier list.
Weezing gets Levitate, Neutralizing Gas, and Stench. But Levitate is the one that matters — it's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that.
Weezing is leaning toward the physical side (base 90 Attack). Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. But the speed tells the real story — at base 60 Speed, it won't be moving first often.
Weezing appears in 20 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Available since Red & Blue, Weezing appears in 20 games spanning 9 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained a Galarian form in Generation 8.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwShGalarian
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A