Wimpod Best Moveset
Fast but harmless. 80 Speed keeps cooldowns short on moves that deal zero meaningful damage at 35 Attack. 25/40/30 bulk collapses instantly. The moveset is purely about reaching Mega Golisopod's dramatic Bug/Steel retyping at 150 Attack and 175 Defense.
Wimpod was a niche pick at best in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM), rarely seen in standard play. This was Wimpod's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Wimpout with Focus Sash, favoring a Naive nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Wimpod best EVs are Defense and Speed
Support Moveset
- Aqua Jet
- Spikes
- Taunt
- Scald
Wimpod was a niche pick at best in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP), rarely seen in standard play. Wimpod maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Wimpout with Focus Sash, favoring a Naive nature.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Struggle Bug
- Aqua Jet
- Taunt
- Wide Guard
Recommended Teammates
Wimpod Weakness
Wimpod's Bug/Water typing leaves it vulnerable to Electric, Flying, and Rock. The Bug/Water typing picks up 5 resistances to work with.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Flying, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Water, Ice, Fighting, Ground, Steel |
What is Wimpod Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Wimpod
Regieleki can KO Wimpod with Volt Switch (247-291%). Terrakion threatens a KO with Stone Edge (347-408%).
 Regieleki Electric | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityTransistor ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Wimpod View Regieleki builds →Volt Switch 2x247-291%KO Rapid Spin35-41% Rapid Spin35-41% Volt Switch 2x247-291%KO | ||
 Terrakion RockFighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityJustified ItemLeftovers NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Wimpod View Terrakion builds →Close Combat104-123%KO Stone Edge 2x347-408%KO Earthquake58-68% | ||
 Talonflame Fire | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves View Talonflame builds →
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Evolution
Wimpod is the base form in a two-stage line leading to Golisopod. Check the evolution method below. Plenty of partners for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolved forms gain up to 300 total stats over Wimpod. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Wimpod
Wimpod can't be caught in Legends: Z-A. Transfer Wimpod from Sun & Moon, Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, or Sword & Shield and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Wimpod in LZA
- Step 1Wimpod ✓LATER APPEARANCEfrom Sun & MoonNot TradeableAppears in Sun & Moon via Special encounter · Route 8. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon via Special encounter · Dividing Peak Tunnel. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Sword & ShieldNot TradeableAppears in Sword & Shield via Overworld · Giant's Mirror · Raining. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Evolve into Golisopod
high spawn rates in early-game routes across 40 locations. Wimpod's one of the easier catches on the list. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Wimpod in SwSh
The path to Wimpod starts with Wimpod at Lv. 13-58 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Wimpod ✓Courageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%RainingCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%Intense SunCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%OvercastCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%SandstormCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%ThunderstormCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%SnowstormCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%Heavy FogCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%SnowingCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%Normal WeatherGiant's MirrorLv.28-30OverworldRate 40%RainingHammerlocke HillsLv.29-31OverworldRate 35%ThunderstormMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28GrassRate 30%ThunderstormGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24OverworldRate 25%All WeatherMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28OverworldSwordRate 25%RainingMotostoke RiverbankLv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 25%RainingGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%Heavy FogGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%SnowingGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%OvercastGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%SandstormGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%ThunderstormGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveSwordRate 20%All WeatherGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%Normal WeatherGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%RainingGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%Intense SunGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%SnowstormBridge FieldLv.26-28GrassRate 10%Raining
Step 2Catch or Evolve into GolisopodLake of OutrageLv.55-58OverworldRate 12%Rainingor evolve from Wimpod (Step 1)
Wimpod waits at 3 fixed spots in this game. Head to Dividing Peak Tunnel for a one-time encounter. No random spawns or encounter rates involved — it's a set battle at a known location.
How to Obtain Wimpod in USUM
To get Wimpod, start by catching Wimpod through fixed encounters at Lv. 17-44. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Wimpod ✓Dividing Peak TunnelLv.17-20Interact with PokemonRoute 8Lv.17-20Interact with PokemonPoni Breaker CoastLv.41-44Interact with Pokemon
Step 2Evolve into Golisopod
Wimpod waits at 3 fixed spots in this game. Head to Poni Breaker Coast for a one-time encounter. No random spawns or encounter rates involved — it's a set battle at a known location.
How to Obtain Wimpod in SM
To get Wimpod, start by catching Wimpod through fixed encounters at Lv. 17-43. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
- Step 1Wimpod ✓Route 8Lv.17-20Interact with PokemonPoni Breaker CoastLv.40-43Interact with PokemonPoni WildsLv.40-43Interact with Pokemon
- Step 2Evolve into GolisopodBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Golisopod egg.
Base Stats
Nothing fancy in Wimpod's spread. It leans mixed with Speed out front. And you'll get 1 Speed EV per KO for it. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It’s nature’s cleaner—it eats anything and everything, including garbage and rotten things. The ground near its nest is always clean.
Wimpod Guide
For a casual playthrough, Wimpod works as a placeholder. Bug/Water coverage is useful early. The real payoff is Golisopod. That's where the stats start mattering.
Game Availability
Since Sun & Moon, Wimpod has been obtainable in 4 games. A Generation 7 debut means a shorter history, but Wimpod has appeared steadily across every generation since.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
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 7SMDebut
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
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