Swoobat: Stats, Moves, Weakness & Evolution

Base stats

HP67142–174244–338

Atk5769–119107–234

Def5567–117103–229

SpA7787–141143–278

SpD5567–117103–229

Spe114120–182209–359

Total425Higher than 46% of Pokémon

Ranges in Pokémon Champions at Lv 50: 0 Stat Points with a −10% Stat Alignment to 32 Stat Points with a +10% one (HP has no alignment).Ranges in the main games at Lv 100: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 2 Spe.

Stat calculatorChampions Stat Points & Stat Alignment, or EVs, IVs & nature

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Type matchups

PsychicFlyingshow which type causes itweaknessresistance

Weak to

2×

DarkElectricGhostIceRock

Resists

½×

GrassPsychic

¼×

Fighting

Immune to

0×

Ground

Takes normal damage from 9 types

NormalFlyingPoisonBugSteelFireWaterDragonFairy

Speed tiers

The faster Pokémon moves first each turn, so knowing who you outspeed decides a lot of battles. These are its Speed values at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base Speed 114); Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+182Max166No SP134Min120Scarf273Tailwind364

At max Speed, Swoobat outspeeds 25 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC on Showdown.

Smogon · Showdown Others at their most common Speed investment in Champions VGC (Reg M-C · Doubles, Sep 2026); Pokémon holding a Mega Stone are shown as their Mega.

Abilities

This Pokémon ignores other Pokémon's stat stages when taking or doing damage.
Everything about Unaware →
Other Pokémon with Unaware 13
Clefable Wooper Quagsire Bidoof Bibarel Woobat Pyukumuku Cosmog Fuecoco Crocalor Skeledirge Dondozo Clodsire
This Pokémon's held item has no effect, except Macho Brace. Fling cannot be used.
Everything about Klutz →
Other Pokémon with Klutz 11
Buneary Lopunny Woobat Audino Golett Golurk Stufful Bewear Toxel Fidough Capsakid
When one of this Pokémon's stat stages is raised or lowered, the amount is doubled.
Everything about Simple →
Other Pokémon with Simple 4
Numel Bidoof Bibarel Woobat

Competitive

Smogon · Showdown On Showdown

Not used in the tracked Showdown formats this month.

Other Showdown formats Scarlet & Violet, with Tera

National DexRU

Evolution

#0527WoobatPsychicFlying
1. Level up with high friendship
  #0528SwoobatPsychicFlying

Moves

Game Sort Type

Level up 13

1AttractA target of the opposite gender gets infatuated.NormalStatus—100%15

1Confusion10% chance to confuse the target.PsychicSpec50100%25

1EndeavorLowers the target's HP to the user's HP.NormalPhys—100%5

1GustPower doubles during Bounce, Fly, and Sky Drop.FlyingSpec40100%35

15Air CutterHigh critical hit ratio. Hits adjacent foes.FlyingSpec6095%25

20ImprisonNo foe can use any move known by the user.PsychicStatus——10

25AssurancePower doubles if target was damaged this turn.DarkPhys60100%10

30AmnesiaRaises the user's Sp. Def by 2.PsychicStatus——20

35Air Slash30% chance to make the target flinch.FlyingSpec7595%15

40Psychic10% chance to lower the target's Sp. Def by 1.PsychicSpec90100%10

45Calm MindRaises the user's Sp. Atk and Sp. Def by 1.PsychicStatus——20

50Future SightHits two turns after being used.PsychicSpec120100%10

55Simple BeamThe target's Ability becomes Simple.NormalStatus—100%15

TM / HM / TR 52

TM06FlyFlies up on first turn, then strikes the next turn.FlyingPhys9095%15

TM08Hyper BeamUser cannot move next turn.NormalSpec15090%5

TM09Giga ImpactUser cannot move next turn.NormalPhys15090%5

TM14Thunder WaveParalyzes the target.ElectricStatus—90%20

TM17Light ScreenFor 5 turns, special damage to allies is halved.PsychicStatus——30

TM18ReflectFor 5 turns, physical damage to allies is halved.PsychicStatus——20

TM19SafeguardFor 5 turns, protects user's party from status.NormalStatus——25

TM21RestUser sleeps 2 turns and restores HP and status.PsychicStatus——5

TM23ThiefIf the user has no item, it steals the target's.DarkPhys60100%25

TM24SnoreUser must be asleep. 30% chance to flinch target.NormalSpec50100%15

TM25ProtectPrevents moves from affecting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10

TM28Giga DrainUser recovers 50% of the damage dealt.GrassSpec75100%10

TM29CharmLowers the target's Attack by 2.FairyStatus—100%20

TM30Steel Wing10% chance to raise the user's Defense by 1.SteelPhys7090%25

TM31AttractA target of the opposite gender gets infatuated.NormalStatus—100%15

TM33Rain DanceFor 5 turns, heavy rain powers Water moves.WaterStatus——5

TM39FacadePower doubles if user is burn/poison/paralyzed.NormalPhys70100%20

TM40SwiftThis move does not check accuracy. Hits foes.NormalSpec60—20

TM41Helping HandOne adjacent ally's move power is 1.5× this turn.NormalStatus——20

TM44ImprisonNo foe can use any move known by the user.PsychicStatus——10

TM47Fake TearsLowers the target's Sp. Def by 2.DarkStatus—100%20

TM56U-turnUser switches out after damaging the target.BugPhys70100%20

TM58AssurancePower doubles if target was damaged this turn.DarkPhys60100%10

TM62Speed SwapSwaps Speed stat with target.PsychicStatus——10

TM69Psycho CutHigh critical hit ratio.PsychicPhys70100%20

TM70Trick RoomGoes last. For 5 turns, turn order is reversed.PsychicStatus——5

TM76RoundPower doubles if others used Round this turn.NormalSpec60100%15

TM78AcrobaticsPower doubles if the user has no held item.FlyingPhys55100%15

TM95Air Slash30% chance to make the target flinch.FlyingSpec7595%15

TR11Psychic10% chance to lower the target's Sp. Def by 1.PsychicSpec90100%10

TR17AmnesiaRaises the user's Sp. Def by 2.PsychicStatus——20

TR20SubstituteUser takes 1/4 its max HP to put in a substitute.NormalStatus——10

TR25PsyshockDamages target based on Defense, not Sp. Def.PsychicSpec80100%10

TR26EndureUser survives attacks this turn with at least 1 HP.NormalStatus——10

TR27Sleep TalkUser must be asleep. Uses another known move.NormalStatus——10

TR29Baton PassUser switches, passing stat changes and more.NormalStatus——40

TR33Shadow Ball20% chance to lower the target's Sp. Def by 1.GhostSpec80100%15

TR34Future SightHits two turns after being used.PsychicSpec120100%10

TR35UproarLasts 3 turns. Active Pokémon cannot fall asleep.NormalSpec90100%10

TR36Heat Wave10% chance to burn the foe(s).FireSpec9590%10

TR37TauntTarget can't use status moves its next 3 turns.DarkStatus—100%20

TR38TrickUser switches its held item with the target's.PsychicStatus—100%10

TR40Skill SwapThe user and the target trade Abilities.PsychicStatus——10

TR49Calm MindRaises the user's Sp. Atk and Sp. Def by 1.PsychicStatus——20

TR52Gyro BallMore power the slower the user than the target.SteelPhys—100%5

TR65Energy Ball10% chance to lower the target's Sp. Def by 1.GrassSpec90100%10

TR68Nasty PlotRaises the user's Sp. Atk by 2.DarkStatus——20

TR69Zen Headbutt20% chance to make the target flinch.PsychicPhys8090%15

TR82Stored Power + 20 power for each of the user's stat boosts.PsychicSpec20100%10

TR83Ally SwitchUser and ally swap positions; using again can fail.PsychicStatus——15

TR91Venom DrenchLowers Atk/Sp. Atk/Speed of poisoned foes by 1.PoisonStatus—100%20

TR97Psychic FangsDestroys screens, unless the target is immune.PsychicPhys85100%10

Tutor 2

TutorDual WingbeatHits 2 times in one turn.FlyingPhys4090%10

TutorExpanding ForceUser on Psychic Terrain: 1.5× power, hits foes.PsychicSpec80100%10

Biology

Swoobat's ultrasonic waves can shatter concrete. Ultrasonic waves created by males during mating season bring happiness to those who hear them.

Adapted from Wikipedia: List of generation V Pokémon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · edited.

Pokédex entries

: Courting Pokémon
: Unova · Black & White
Color: Blue

: —

Original Unova#034Updated Unova#067Coastal Kalos#056Galar#175Isle of Armor#152

The auspicious shape of this Pokémon’s nose apparently led some regions to consider Swoobat a symbol of good luck.
Shield
Emitting powerful sound waves tires it out. Afterward, it won’t be able to fly for a little while.
Sword
It shakes its tail vigorously when it emits ultrasonic waves strong enough to reduce concrete to rubble.
Black 2 · White 2 · X · Omega Ruby
Anyone who comes into contact with the ultrasonic waves emitted by a courting male experiences a positive mood shift.
White · Y · Alpha Sapphire
It emits sound waves of various frequencies from its nose, including some powerful enough to destroy rocks.
Black

Names around the world

English: Swoobat
Japanese: ココロモリ
Japanese (romaji): Kokoromori
Korean: 맘박쥐
Chinese (Traditional): 心蝙蝠
Chinese (Simplified): 心蝙蝠
French: Rhinolove
German: Fletiamo
Spanish: Swoobat
Italian: Swoobat

Sprites

Artwork and 3D models

Gen VIII · Gen VII · Gen VI · Gen V

Training

: 2 Spe
: 45 ≈5.9% with a Poké Ball at full HP
: 70
: 149
: Medium

Breeding

: FieldFlying
: ♂ 50%♀ 50%
: 15 egg cycles ≈4,080 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Evolves from Woobat: Level up with high friendship.

Shield: The Crown Tundra 6 areas

Ballimere Lake (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Dyna Tree Hill (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Frigid Sea (Max Den M)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Frostpoint Field (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Giant's Bed (Max Den U)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65

Shield: The Isle of Armor 8 areas

Brawlers' CaveSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 26–60
Challenge BeachSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 27–60
Challenge Road (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Courageous CavernSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 28–60
Loop Lagoon (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Stepping-Stone Sea (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Training LowlandsSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 28–60
Workout Sea (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60

Sword: The Crown Tundra 6 areas

Ballimere Lake (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Dyna Tree Hill (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Frigid Sea (Max Den M)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Frostpoint Field (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Giant's Bed (Max Den U)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65

Sword: The Isle of Armor 8 areas

Brawlers' CaveSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 26–60
Challenge BeachSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 27–60
Challenge Road (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Courageous CavernSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 28–60
Loop Lagoon (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Stepping-Stone Sea (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Training LowlandsSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 28–60
Workout Sea (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60

Shield 9 areas

East Lake Axewell (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
East Lake Axewell (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Hammerlocke Hills (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Motostoke Riverbank (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Rolling Fields (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Rolling Fields (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Stony Wilderness (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Stony Wilderness (Max Den K)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Watchtower Ruins (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60

Sword 9 areas

East Lake Axewell (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
East Lake Axewell (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Hammerlocke Hills (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Motostoke Riverbank (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Rolling Fields (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Rolling Fields (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Stony Wilderness (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Stony Wilderness (Max Den K)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Watchtower Ruins (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60

Locations cover Red & Blue to Sword & Shield (with its DLC) and Let’s Go. We don’t have them yet for Legends: Arceus, Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl, Scarlet & Violet and Legends: Z-A.