Wooper Best Moveset
Water/Ground at 25 Sp. Atk and 15 Speed. AbilityUnaware ignores opposing stat boosts, which is a powerful ability on zero stats. The moveset can't function. Evolve to Quagsire for 95 HP, AbilityUnaware, and the Water/Ground defensive profile that checks boosted threats.
Wooper saw minimal competitive use in Gen II (Gold, Silver & Crystal). This was Wooper's competitive peak.
Best Moves
Best Build
Utility Moveset
- Earthquake
- Surf
- Rest
- Sludge Bomb
Wooper saw minimal competitive use in Gen III (Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald). Wooper maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Waterabsorb with Leftovers, favoring a Impish nature.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Amnesia
- Earthquake
- Sludge Bomb
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Wooper saw minimal competitive use in Gen IV (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum). Wooper maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Waterabsorb with Rindoberry, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Attacker Moveset
- Recover
- Earthquake
- Curse
- Waterfall
Recommended Teammates
Wooper saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). Wooper maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Damp with Leftovers, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Tank Moveset
- Sludge Bomb
- Protect
- Blizzard
- Hidden Power Ice
Recommended Teammates
Wooper was a niche pick at best in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS), rarely seen in standard play. This was a decline from E-Tier in the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Unaware with Leftovers, favoring a Impish nature.
Wall Moveset
- Haze
- Recover
- Scald
- Earthquake
Recommended Teammates
Wooper saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Wooper climbed from F-Tier as the competitive landscape shifted. Its most popular set ran Unaware with Eviolite, favoring a Impish nature.
Wall Moveset
- Recover
- Curse
- Scald
- Toxic
Recommended Teammates
Wooper saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Wooper maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Unaware with Eviolite, favoring a Bold nature.
Wall Moveset
- Toxic
- Recover
- Counter
- Yawn
Recommended Teammates
Wooper saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Wooper maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Waterabsorb with Focus Sash, favoring a Bold nature.
Wall Moveset
- Counter
- Stealth Rock
- Spikes
- Toxic
Recommended Teammates
Wooper Weakness
Type-wise, Wooper takes extra damage from Grass. Watch out for Grass attacks, those deal 4x damage. Electric moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. The Water/Ground typing picks up 4 resistances to work with. Water Absorb grants an additional Water immunity, reshaping the matchup chart.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Grass |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Poison, Rock, Steel |
| 0x (Immune) | Electric |
What is Wooper Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Wooper
 Kartana GrassSteel | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityBeastboost ItemChoice Scarf NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Wooper View Kartana builds →Knock Off33-39% | ||
Evolution
Wooper can evolve into Quagsire and Clodsire. Wooper sits before the split, so check the evolution methods below to pick your path. Evolving adds up to 220 stat points total. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Wooper
Easy grab on Wooper with high spawn rates across 42 locations in early-game routes. The sorted list below shows the full spread so you can pick the most convenient spot.
Where To Catch Wooper in SV
To get Wooper, start by catching Wooper through walking encounters at Lv. 5-60. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Wooper ✓South Province (Area Five) - SwampLv.5-24OverworldRate 48%South Province (Area Five) - LakeLv.5-24OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Four) - LakeLv.5-24OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area One) - LakeLv.5-24OverworldRate 36%Chilling WaterheadLv.7-60OverworldFellhorn GorgeLv.7-60OverworldKitakami RoadLv.7-60OverworldKitakami WildsLv.7-60OverworldMossfell ConfluenceLv.7-60OverworldOni MountainLv.7-60OverworldOnis MawLv.7-60OverworldRevelers RoadLv.7-60OverworldTimeless WoodsLv.7-60OverworldCasseroya Lake - LakeLv.22-47OverworldRate 15%East Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.22-47OverworldRate 15%Glaseado MountainLv.22-47OverworldRate 15%North Province (Area One) - LakeLv.22-47OverworldRate 15%North Province (Area Two) - LakeLv.22-47OverworldRate 15%South Province (Area Six) - LakeLv.22-47OverworldRate 15%Tagtree Thicket - LakeLv.22-47OverworldRate 15%West Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.22-47OverworldRate 15%Available in-game· 2 pathsPick one
Wooper's scattered across 32 spots in mid-game routes with high spawn rates. Check the list below for the closest location to wherever you are in the game. This one's quick.
Where To Catch Wooper in BDSP
To get Wooper, start by catching Wooper through walking and surfing encounters at Lv. 18-40. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Wooper ✓Route 212 - SouthLv.20-40Surfing on waterRate 90%Great Marsh - Area 1Lv.20-30Surfing on waterRate 60%Great Marsh - Area 2Lv.20-30Surfing on waterRate 60%Great Marsh - Area 3Lv.20-30Surfing on waterRate 60%Great Marsh - Area 4Lv.20-30Surfing on waterRate 60%Great Marsh - Area 6Lv.20-30Surfing on waterRate 60%Route 212 - SouthLv.18GrassRate 30%Great Marsh - Area 5Lv.20FloorRate 20%Great Marsh - Area 6Lv.20FloorRate 20%Great Marsh - Area 3Lv.22FloorRate 20%Great Marsh - Area 4Lv.22FloorRate 20%Great Marsh - Area 1Lv.24FloorRate 20%Great Marsh - Area 2Lv.24FloorRate 20%Bogsunk CavernLv.25-29GrassRequires DefogFountainspring CaveLv.25-29CaveRequires DefogSwampy CaveLv.25-29GrassRequires Defog
Step 2Catch or Evolve into QuagsireGreat Marsh - Area 5Lv.21-22FloorRate 15%Great Marsh - Area 6Lv.21-22FloorRate 15%Great Marsh - Area 3Lv.23-24FloorRate 15%Great Marsh - Area 4Lv.23-24FloorRate 15%Great Marsh - Area 1Lv.25-26FloorRate 15%Great Marsh - Area 2Lv.25-26FloorRate 15%Route 212 - SouthLv.20-40Surfing on waterRate 10%Bogsunk CavernLv.25-29GrassRequires DefogFountainspring CaveLv.25-29CaveRequires DefogSwampy CaveLv.25-29GrassRequires DefogGreat Marsh - Area 1Lv.20-40Surfing on waterRate 5%Great Marsh - Area 2Lv.20-40Surfing on waterRate 5%Great Marsh - Area 3Lv.20-40Surfing on waterRate 5%Great Marsh - Area 4Lv.20-40Surfing on waterRate 5%Great Marsh - Area 6Lv.20-40Surfing on waterRate 5%or evolve from Wooper (Step 1)
Wooper is available from early-game routes onward at high spawn rates. 48 encounter spots give you plenty of options. Grab one early and it'll be ready to evolve or train by mid-game.
Where To Catch Wooper in SwSh
Wooper is your first catch on the way to Wooper. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 7-52 across 56 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Wooper ✓West Lake AxewellLv.8-14OverworldRate 50%RainingWest Lake AxewellLv.8-14OverworldRate 50%ThunderstormSoothing Wetlands - PuddlesLv.10-15OverworldRate 50%All WeatherWest Lake AxewellLv.7-11CaveRate 40%Normal WeatherWest Lake AxewellLv.7-11CaveRate 40%SandstormWest Lake AxewellLv.7-11CaveRate 40%RainingWest Lake AxewellLv.7-11CaveRate 30%OvercastSouth Lake MilochLv.11-13GrassRate 30%SandstormWest Lake AxewellLv.8-14OverworldRate 25%Normal WeatherSoothing WetlandsLv.10-15OverworldRate 16%ThunderstormSoothing WetlandsLv.10-15OverworldRate 16%SnowstormSoothing WetlandsLv.10-15OverworldRate 16%Heavy FogSoothing WetlandsLv.10-15OverworldRate 16%SnowingSoothing WetlandsLv.10-15OverworldRate 16%Normal WeatherSoothing WetlandsLv.10-15OverworldRate 16%RainingSoothing WetlandsLv.10-15OverworldRate 16%Intense SunSoothing WetlandsLv.10-15OverworldRate 16%OvercastSoothing WetlandsLv.10-15OverworldRate 16%SandstormWest Lake AxewellLv.8-14OverworldRate 5%Heavy FogGiant's Cap - 2Lv.28-30OverworldRate 35%RainingGiant's Cap - 3Lv.29-32OverworldRate 35%RainingGiant's Cap - 2Lv.28-30OverworldRate 10%ThunderstormGiant's Cap - 3Lv.29-32OverworldRate 10%ThunderstormGiant's SeatLv.33-38OverworldRate 5%Raining
Step 2Catch or Evolve into QuagsireGiant's SeatLv.30-35GrassRate 50%RainingGiant's CapLv.28-30OverworldRate 40%ThunderstormGiant's CapLv.28-30OverworldRate 35%RainingLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassRate 13%Rainingor evolve from Wooper (Step 1)
You're catching Wooper first, not Wooper. Wooper appears in the wild in the encounters below. The step cards map the full 2-stage line with evolution methods between each stage.
How to Obtain Wooper in USUM
- Step 1Wooper ✓
Step 2Catch or Evolve into QuagsireUltra Space Wilds - WaterfallLv.60Interact with Pokemonor evolve from Wooper (Step 1)
Base Stats
Nothing fancy in Wooper's spread. It leans mixed with HP out front. And you'll get 1 HP EV per KO for it. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
After losing a territorial struggle, Wooper began living on land. The Pokémon changed over time, developing a poisonous film to protect its body.
Wooper Guide
For a casual playthrough, Wooper works as a placeholder. Water/Ground coverage is useful early. The real payoff is Quagsire. That's where the stats start mattering.
Yes. Paldean Wooper is a regional variant with different typing and a reworked stat spread. Introduced in Gen 9. Plays completely differently from the original.
Game Availability
Available since Gold & Silver, Wooper appears in 17 games spanning 9 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained a Paldean form in Generation 9.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GSDebut
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 7SM
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 9SVPaldean
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves