Stats & Training
Raw HP carries Wigglytuff's bulk more than the defenses do. Defense barely registers. But that HP pool covers for it. A tough to catch Balloon Pokemon that yields 3 HP EVs on a fast 800K XP curve.
Its fur is the ultimate in luxuriousness. Sleeping alongside a WIGGLYTUFF is simply divine. Its body expands seemingly without end when it inhales.
Wigglytuff Weakness
Wigglytuff is weak to Fighting. On the flip side, it's immune to Ghost-type moves entirely. With 140 HP and balanced defenses, Wigglytuff can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
- Dark and Steel types added — Fairy does not exist yet
- Moves are Physical or Special based on type, not per move
In Emerald, Heracross's Megahorn hits Wigglytuff for 52-61%.
 Heracross BugFighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySwarm ItemSalacberry NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Wigglytuff View Heracross builds →Megahorn52-61% Rock Slide22-26% | ||
 Machamp Fighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityGuts ItemLeftovers NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Wigglytuff View Machamp builds →Rock Slide24-29% | ||
Emerald Evolution
Getting Wigglytuff requires an evolution item, not just grinding levels. The chain starts at Igglybuff. Breed this form to get Igglybuff eggs (quick to hatch). HP grew the most through evolution (+50 over Igglybuff), and Wigglytuff peaks at 435 total stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Wigglytuff to get Igglybuff eggs easily using 27 partners from the Fairy egg group. Notable egg moves include Fake Tears, Feint Attack, Perish Song and 2 more.
Emerald Wigglytuff Best Moveset
Wigglytuff's built to absorb hits. Bold nature leans into physical wall duty, Leftovers gives it passive recovery each turn, and Wish handles sustain. Cutecharm and Defense and Sp. Def investment EVs tie the defensive profile together.
Best Build
Wigglytuff best EVs are Defense and Sp. Def
Wall Moveset
- Seismic Toss
- Wish
- Reflect
- Light Screen
Recommended Teammates
Moves
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 11 types means almost nothing walls Wigglytuff cleanly, with Hyper Beam and Double-Edge anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
How to Get Wigglytuff in Emerald
Grab Jigglypuff from the locations below, it shows up in the wild. Drop it at the nursery to hatch Igglybuff. From there, level the baby through the remaining stages to Wigglytuff.
How to Obtain Wigglytuff in Emerald
Step 1Breed Igglybuff from JigglypuffBreed from Jigglypuff at the Day Care.
Step 2Catch or Evolve JigglypuffRoute 115Grass Lv.24-25 Route10%Midor evolve from Igglybuff (Step 1)
Step 3Wigglytuff ✓
Wigglytuff Guide
In Emerald, Wigglytuff's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
In Emerald, Jigglypuff evolves into Wigglytuff using a Moon Stone. Wigglytuff is the final evolution in a 3-stage line starting from Igglybuff. It sits at 435 BST in its evolved form.
In Emerald, Wigglytuff can work for a story run. 435 BST is average, but normal typing fills a niche depending on your team composition.
For Emerald, we rate Wigglytuff C-Tier: a niche pick in Emerald's meta. At 435 BST, it fits the support role. Seismic Toss with Leftovers is the standard set.
Cute Charm is the go-to ability for Wigglytuff. It has a 30% chance of infatuating attacking Pokémon on contact. Its hidden ability Frisk can work in specific setups. Competitive is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
Game Availability
One of the original 151, Wigglytuff has appeared in 21 games — nearly every mainline game. From Red & Blue through the latest titles, it's rarely been left out of a regional Pokedex.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- 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 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