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'''Wobbuffet''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ソーナンス''' ''Sonans'') is a {{type|Psychic}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} introduced in [[Generation II]].
'''Wobbuffet''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: ソーナンス ''Sonans'') is a {{t|Psychic}}-type Pokémon.
 
It [[Evolution|evolves]] from {{p|Wynaut}} starting at [[level]] 15.
 
==Biology==
Wobbuffet is a tall, cyan {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} with a soft body. Its eyes usually appear scrunched, and it has a jagged upper lip. The female Wobbuffet has a red marking on its mouth that resembles lipstick, while the male does not. It has flat arms that are wider towards the tip and four stubby legs at the base of its body. There are two eyespots on its black tail. Its eyespots are revealed to be capable of blinking and looking around using its tail in the [[Pokémon Stadium series]]. Wobbuffet is very protective of its tail, to the point where it will suddenly turn uncharacteristically aggressive if the tail is attacked.
 
Wobbuffet is usually a docile Pokémon that will never attack first. However, when it is attacked, it will inflate its body and initiate a counter-strike. When two or more of this Pokémon meet, they will attempt to outlast each other in a battle of endurance. However, since neither is able to attack, they may compete to see which can last without food. Because of its overprotective nature regarding its tail and hatred of light, Wobbuffet lives in dark {{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Cave Pokémon|caves}}.
 
Prior to [[Generation V]], Wobbuffet and its pre-evolved form, {{p|Wynaut}}, were the [[Signature Ability|only known Pokémon]] that could have {{a|Shadow Tag}} as an [[Ability]].
 
===Evolution===
Wobbuffet evolves from {{p|Wynaut}}.
 
(For specifics on this Pokémon's evolution in the games, refer to [[#Evolution data|Game data→Evolution data]].)
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==In the anime==
===Main series===
[[File:Jessie Wobbuffet.png|thumb|left|250px|Wobbuffet in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
[[File:Dr White Wobbuffet Wynaut.png|thumb|250px|Female Wobbuffet in the anime]]
====Major appearances====
=====[[Jessie's Wobbuffet]]=====
[[Jessie]] has a Wobbuffet, originally owned by a {{pkmn|Trainer}} named {{OBP|Benny|EP146}}, that frequently emerges from his {{i|Poké Ball}} to shout his name or cause what Jessie considers to be trouble. Ever since she accidentally [[trade]]d her {{TP|Jessie|Lickitung}} for him in ''[[EP146|Tricks of the Trade]]'', he has appeared in almost every episode in the overall anime, excluding most of ''[[Pokémon the Series: Black & White]]''. She rarely uses Wobbuffet in {{pkmn|battle}}, but when she does, the results are generally good. On the other hand, Jessie's few attempts at using Wobbuffet in Contests have all had negative results.
 
During ''Pokémon the Series: Black & White'', Wobbuffet was left at {{an|Team Rocket HQ|Team Rocket's headquarters}} prior to Jessie, [[James]] and {{MTR}}'s departure to the [[Unova]] [[region]]. He was later reunited with Jessie when the trio returned to Kanto, and he was the only one of Jessie's Pokémon to accompany her to the [[Kalos]] and [[Alola]] regions, as well as her worldwide travels in ''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]''.
 
=====Other=====
''[[EP173|Wobbu-Palooza!]]'' featured a town in which everyone owned a Wobbuffet, including the local [[Officer Jenny]].
 
In ''[[XY063|A Fork in the Road! A Parting of the Ways!]]'', [[Dr. White]]'s [[List of Pokémon with gender differences|female]] Wobbuffet became the love interest of Jessie's own Wobbuffet.
 
A Wobbuffet belonging to [[Alternate World Team Rocket|an alternate world version of Jessie]] appeared in ''[[JN089|The Gates of Warp!]]'' and ''[[JN090|Showdown at the Gates of Warp!]]''.
 
====Minor appearances====
The [[Mirror World]] has a counterpart for Jessie's Wobbuffet, appearing with [[Mirror Team Rocket|Mirror Jessie]] at the end of ''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''.
 
A Trainer's Wobbuffet appeared in ''[[XY082|A Festival Trade! A Festival Farewell?]]''{{tt|*|Could be a different Pokémon or human dressed up as a Wobbuffet}}.


Wobbuffet has the [[Abilities|Ability]] Shadow Tag, which prevents opponents from escaping.
A Wobbuffet appeared in a fantasy in ''[[JN019|A Talent for Imitation!]]''.


Wobbuffet evolves from {{p|Wynaut}} at Level 15.
====Pokédex entries====
{{Animedexheader|Johto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP146|Wobbuffet|Ash's Pokédex|Wobbuffet, the Patient Pokémon. Wobbuffet like to live in dark areas so they can keep their pitch-black tails concealed.}}
{{Animedexbody|EP146|Wobbuffet|James's book|Wobbuffet, the Patient Pokémon. --- is unable to initiate attacks.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|Johto}}


=Biology=
===Pokémon: Twilight Wings===
==Physiology==
[[File:Scientist Wobbuffet TW.png|thumb|250px|Wobbuffet in [[Pokémon: Twilight Wings]]]]
Wobbuffet's tail has two eyes.
A Trainer's female Wobbuffet appeared in ''[[TW03|Buddy]]''.
===Gender differences===
Female Wobbuffet appear to be wearing lipstick.


===Special abilities===
A Wobbuffet appeared in a flashback in ''[[TW05|Assistant]]'', under the ownership of a {{tc|Scientist}}.
Wobbuffet is only capable of {{M|Counter}}ing enemy attacks.


==Behavior==
===Pokémon Evolutions===
When two Wobbuffet meet, they usually try to test each others' endurance. Even though Wobbuffet are classified as "Patient" Pokémon, a Wobbuffet belonging to a [[Pokémon Trainer]] often finds that his or her Wobbuffet tends to pop out of its [[Poké Ball]] by itself, shouting out in agreement of something someone said.
In ''[[PE07|The Show]]'', a Wobbuffet briefly appeared under the ownership of a {{pkmn|Trainer}} in [[Ecruteak City]].
{{-}}


==Habitat==
==In the manga==
Wobbuffet live in dark caves to keep their tail hidden.
[[File:Mirei Wobbuffet Adventures.png|120px|thumb|Wobbuffet in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
===Ash & Pikachu===
{{main|Jessie's Wobbuffet}}
Similar to the anime, [[Jessie]] owns a Wobbuffet.


==Diet==
===Movie adaptations===
''Main article: [[Pokémon food]]''
{{main|Jessie's Wobbuffet}}
Jessie also owned a Wobbuffet in the movie adaptations.


=In the anime=
===Pocket Monsters DP===
A Wobbuffet appeared in [[PMDP20]].


[[Jessie]] has a [[Jessie's Wobbuffet|Wobbuffet]] that frequently emerges from its [[Poké Ball]] to shout its name or cause what Jessie considers to be trouble. It has appeared in every episode since its accidental capture in ''[[EP146|Tricks of the Trade]]''.
===Pokémon Adventures===
Wobbuffet debuted in ''[[PS133|Absolutely Azumarill]]'', under the ownership of [[Mirei]].


''[[EP173|Wobbu-palooza]]'' featured a town in which everyone owned a Wobbuffet.
A Wobbuffet appeared in ''[[PS179|The Last Battle XIII]]'' as one of the Pokémon sent to participate in the fight in [[Ilex Forest]].


=In the manga=
A {{pkmn|Trainer}}'s Wobbuffet appeared in ''[[PS432|The Final Dimensional Duel II]]''.
=In the TCG=


=Other appearances=
A Wobbuffet appeared in ''[[PS442|Out-Odding Oddish]]'', under the ownership of a [[Pokéathlon]] participant.
===[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]===
When released from a Pokéball, Wobbuffet will stand on the stage in one place. Anyone attacking or running into it will be damaged by its {{m|Counter}}, including the player who threw the Pokéball.


Wobbuffet is also a Pokéfloat. It appears on its side and never fully reveals itself. When it first appears, it will quickly return off-screen but will then come back and remain to allow for fighting to take place on top of it.
===Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All===
A Wobbuffet appeared in [[GDZ67]], under the ownership of a {{OBP|monk|GDZ}}.


====Trophy information====
===Pokémon Journeys: The Series===
A Patient Pokémon, Wobbuffet lives in darkness to hide its mismatched black tail.  Even for a stoic Pokémon, this creature is a testament to self-control; it will not actively attack an opponent.  Its Counter and Mirror Coat moves are solely used for reflecting attacks directly back at its antagonist.
{{main|Jessie's Wobbuffet}}
Jessie's Wobbuffet debuted in ''[[JNM04|Flash of the Titans!]]''.


=Game data=
==In the TCG==
==NPC appearances==
{{main|Wobbuffet (TCG)}}
* [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon]]: Wobbuffet and {{p|Wynaut}} send the player on a mission into the [[Uproar Forest]]. As thanks for completing it, they help to remodel the rescue base.


==Pokédex entries==
==In the TFG==
{{Dex
One Wobbuffet figure has been released.
|type=psychic
* {{TFG|Groundbreakers}}: {{TFG ID|Groundbreakers|Wobbuffet|36}}
|gen=2
|golddex=It hates light and shock. If attacked, it inflates its body to pump up its counterstrike.
|silverdex=To keep its pitch-black tail hidden, it lives quietly in the darkness. It is never first to attack.
|crystaldex=In order to conceal its black tail, it lives in a dark cave and only moves about at night.
|rubydex=If two or more Wobbuffet meet, they will turn competitive and try to outdo the other's endurance. However, they may try to see which one can endure the longest without food. [[Pokémon trainer|Trainers]] need to beware of this habit.
|sapphiredex=Wobbuffet does nothing but endure attacks - it won't attack on its own. However, it won't endure an attack on its tail. When that happens, the Pokémon will try to take the foe with it using {{m|Destiny Bond}}.
|emeralddex=Usually docile, a Wobbuffet strikes back ferociously if its black tail is attacked. It makes its lair in caves where it waits for nightfall.
|firereddex=To keep its pitch-black tail hidden, it lives quietly in the darkness. It is never first to attack.
|leafgreendex=It hates light and shock. If attacked, it inflates its body to pump up its counterstrike.
|stadium2dex=It hates light and shock. If attacked, it inflates its body to pump up its counterstrike.
|diamonddex=It desperately tries to keep its black tail hidden. It is said to be proof the tail hides a secret.
|pearldex=It desperately tries to keep its black tail hidden. It is said to be proof the tail hides a secret.
|}}


==Game locations==
==Other appearances==
{{Availability|
[[File:SSBB Wobbuffet.png|220px|thumb|Wobbuffet in [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]]]
type=psychic |
===[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]/[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl|Brawl]]===
gen=2 |
When released from a {{i|Poké Ball}}, Wobbuffet will stand on the stage in one place. Anyone attacking or running into it will be damaged by its {{m|Counter}}, apart from the player who threw the Poké Ball, who will only be knocked back.
gsrarity=Uncommon |
gsarea=[[Dark Cave]] |
crarity=Uncommon |
carea=[[Dark Cave]] |
rsrarity=Few |
rsarea=[[Hoenn Safari Zone|Safari Zone]] |
erarity=Few |
earea=[[Hoenn Safari Zone|Safari Zone]] |
frlgrarity=Rare |
frlgarea=[[Cerulean Cave]], [[Ruin Valley]] |
dprarity=Rare |
dparea=[[Lake Verity]], [[Lake Acuity]], [[Lake Valor]] ([[Poké Radar]]) |
palarea=Field |
}}


===In side games===
Wobbuffet is also a [[Poké Floats|Poké Float]] in Melee. It appears on its side and never fully reveals itself. When it first appears, it will quickly return off-screen but will then come back and remain to allow for fighting to take place on top of it.


{| border="1" style="border: 1px solid #999; border-collapse: collapse; background: white; margin: auto;" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
====Melee trophy information====
|- style="background: #{{psychic color}};"
''A Patient Pokémon, Wobbuffet lives in darkness to hide its mismatched black tail. Even for a stoic Pokémon, this creature is a testament to self-control; it will not actively attack an opponent. Its {{m|Counter}} and {{m|Mirror Coat}} moves are solely used for reflecting attacks directly back at its antagonist.''
! Game
! Location
|-
| [[Pokémon Channel]]
| Upgrade binder
|-
| [[Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire]]
| Safari Zone (Ruby Field)
|-
| [[Pokémon Trozei!]]
| Endless Level 12<br>Endless Level 16<br>Forever Level 61<br>Mr. Who's Den
|-
| [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon]]
| Evolve from {{p|Wynaut}}
|-
| [[Pokémon Ranger]]
| [[Panula Cave]]
|}


==Base stats==
====Brawl trophy information====
{{BaseStats|
''"A Patient Pokémon. A nocturnal, cave-dwelling creature, Wobbuffet is calm and collected, but it will fight back viciously if its black tail is attacked--this hints at something secretive about its tail. If Wobbuffet is put into battle, the opponent cannot run away or switch. Females have lipsticklike markings around their mouths."''
HP=190 |
Attack=33 |
Defense=58 |
SpAtk=33 |
SpDef=58 |
Speed=33 }}


==Type effectiveness==
===[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]===
{{DP Type effectiveness|
Wobbuffet appears as a {{sbw|Spirits (characters)|Spirit}}.
Normal=  100 |
Fighting= 50 |
Flying=  100 |
Poison=  100 |
Ground=  100 |
Rock=    100 |
Bug=    200 |
Ghost=  200 |
Steel=  100 |


Fire=   100 |
==Game data==
Water=   100 |
===NPC appearances===
Grass=   100 |
* [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team]]: Wobbuffet and {{p|Wynaut}} send the {{player}} on a mission into the [[Uproar Forest]]. As thanks for completing it, they help to remodel the rescue base. Notably, the Wobbuffet is the only Pokémon in the entire game that doesn't speak in a way the player can understand; it only says its own name. However, this may be an oversight by the translators, since in Explorers of Sky (as mentioned below) it does not speak this way.
Electric=100 |
* [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky]]: Wobbuffet (confirmed to be female by its [[gender differences#Wobbuffet|lipstick]]) once again joins Wynaut, only this time, they're running a shop in the [[Spinda's Café]], called the [[Spinda's Café#Recycle Shop|Recycle Shop]]. Unlike the first game, it no longer says its name, and instead says "That's right!".
Psychic= 50 |
Ice=     100 |
Dragon=  100 |
Dark=    200 }}


===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex/Header|type=Psychic}}
{{Dex/NA|gen=II}}
{{Dex/Gen/1|gen=II|reg1=Johto|num1=107}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Gold|entry=It hates light and shock. If attacked, it inflates its body to pump up its counterstrike.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Silver|entry=To keep its pitch-black tail hidden, it lives quietly in the darkness. It is never first to attack.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Crystal|entry=In order to conceal its black tail, it lives in a dark cave and only moves about at night.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium 2|t=FFF|color=000|entry=It hates light and shock. If attacked, it inflates its body to pump up its counterstrike.}}
|}
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{{Dex/Gen/2|gen=III|reg1=Hoenn|num1=161|reg2=Kanto}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ruby|t=FFF|entry=If two or more Wobbuffet meet, they will turn competitive and try to outdo the other's endurance. However, they may try to see which one can endure the longest without food. Trainers need to beware of this habit.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sapphire|t=FFF|entry=Wobbuffet does nothing but endure attacks - it won't attack on its own. However, it won't endure an attack on its tail. When that happens, the Pokémon will try to take the foe with it using Destiny Bond.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Emerald|t=FFF|entry=Usually docile, a Wobbuffet strikes back ferociously if its black tail is attacked. It makes its lair in caves where it waits for nightfall.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=FireRed|entry=To keep its pitch-black tail hidden, it lives quietly in the darkness. It is never first to attack.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=LeafGreen|entry=It hates light and shock. If attacked, it inflates its body to pump up its counterstrike.}}
|}
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{{Dex/Gen/2|gen=IV|reg1=Sinnoh|reg2=Johto|num2=108}}
{{Dex/Entry3|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|v3=Platinum|entry=It desperately tries to keep its black tail hidden. It is said to be proof the tail hides a secret.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=HeartGold|entry=It hates light and shock. If attacked, it inflates its body to pump up its counterstrike.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=SoulSilver|entry=To keep its pitch-black tail hidden, it lives quietly in the darkness. It is never first to attack.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen/1|gen=V|reg1=Unova}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black|v2=White|t=FFF|entry=It desperately tries to keep its black tail hidden. It is said to be proof the tail hides a secret.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|t=FFF|entry=It desperately tries to keep its black tail hidden. It is said to be proof the tail hides a secret.}}
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{{Dex/Gen/2|gen=VI|reg1=Kalos|num1=119|label1=Coastal|reg2=Hoenn|num2=168}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=X|t=FFF|entry=It hates light and shock. If attacked, it inflates its body to build up its counterstrike.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Y|entry=To keep its pitch-black tail hidden, it lives quietly in the darkness. It is never first to attack.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Omega Ruby|t=fff|entry=If two or more Wobbuffet meet, they will turn competitive and try to outdo each other's endurance. However, they may try to see which one can endure the longest without food. Trainers need to beware of this habit.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Alpha Sapphire|t=FFF|entry=Wobbuffet does nothing but endure attacks—it won't attack on its own. However, it won't endure an attack on its tail. When that happens, the Pokémon will try to take the foe with it using Destiny Bond.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen/2|gen=VII|reg1=Alola|reg2=Kanto}}
{{Dex/NE|[[Generation VII]]}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen/3|gen=VIII|reg1=Galar|num1=217|reg2=Sinnoh|reg3=Hisui}}
{{Dex/NE|[[Pokémon Legends: Arceus|Legends: Arceus]]}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sword|entry=It hates light and shock. If attacked, it inflates its body to pump up its counterstrike.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Shield|entry=To keep its pitch-black tail hidden, it lives quietly in the darkness. It is never first to attack.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Brilliant Diamond|v2=Shining Pearl|entry=It desperately tries to keep its black tail hidden. This behavior is said to be proof that its tail hides a secret.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen/3|gen=IX|reg1=Paldea|reg2=Kitakami|reg3=Blueberry}}
{{Dex/NE|[[Generation IX]]}}
|}
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{{Dex/Footer}}


==Learnset==
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===By [[TM]]/[[HM]]===
====In events====
Wobbuffet is incapable of learning any [[TM]]/[[HM]] moves.
{{eventAvail/h|Language/Region|type=Psychic}}
===By [[breeding]]===
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev2|GSC}}|Gotta Catch 'Em All Station! Mimic Wobbuffet|English|United States|5|January 31 to February 6, 2003|link=List of PCNY event Pokémon distributions (Generation II)#Mimic Wobbuffet}}
===By [[Move tutor|tutoring]]===
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RSEFRLG}}|Pokémon Sunday Wobbuffet|Japanese|Japan|5|July 17 to August 21, 2005|link=List of Japanese event Pokémon distributions (Generation III)#Pokémon Sunday Wobbuffet}}
===Special moves===
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RSEFRLG}}|Gather More Pokémon! Sixth Campaign Wobbuffet|Japanese|Japan|10|April 22 to May 8, 2006|link=List of Gather More Pokémon! Campaign event Pokémon#Wobbuffet}}
''None''
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev6|XY}}|Nuketta Wobbuffet|All|Japan|10|December 15, 2013 to February 16, 2014|link=List of local event Pokémon distributions (Generation VI)#Nuketta Wobbuffet}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev6|XY}}|Jessie's Wobbuffet|All|Italy|15|June 21 to 22, 2014|link=List of local event Pokémon distributions (Generation VI)#Jessie's Wobbuffet}}
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==Side game data==
===Held items===
{{HeldItems/header|type=Psychic}}
{{HeldItems/Games2|Black 2|White 2|tcolor1=FFF|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2}}
{{HeldItems/Items1|RageCandyBar|image=Bag Rage Candy Bar Sprite.png|100|availNote=[[In-game trade]],&#32;}}
|}


{{Side game|
===Stats===
type=psychic |
====Base stats====
Trozei=yes |
{{BaseStats
rarity=Rare |
|type=Psychic
Dungeon=yes |
|HP=190
body=1 |
|Attack=33
rate=Evolve |
|Defense=58
area=Echo Cave |
|SpAtk=33
P1= I'm very shy. Please don't come up to me from behind. |
|SpDef=58
P2= I think I'm in trouble. My health is down by half. |
|Speed=33}}
P3= I'm sorry... I can hardly wobble... |
 
PL= My level went up! |
====Pokéathlon stats====
Partner=no |
{{Pokéthlon
Ranger=yes |
|type=Psychic
typeG= Psychic |
|Speed=1
typeA= Psychic |
|SpeedMax=2
field= None |
|Power=3
browser= When a Capture Line is drawn, Wobbuffet tenses up and inflates itself instantly. |
|PowerMax=4
|Technique=3
|TechniqueMax=5
|Stamina=5
|StaminaMax=5
|Jump=2
|JumpMax=3
}}
}}


==Evolution==
===Type effectiveness===
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{{TypeEffectiveness
|type1=Psychic
|Normal=  100
|Fighting= 50
|Flying=  100
|Poison=  100
|Ground=  100
|Rock=    100
|Bug=    200
|Ghost=  200
|Steel=  100
|Fire=    100
|Water=  100
|Grass=  100
|Electric=100
|Psychic=  50
|Ice=    100
|Dragon=  100
|Dark=    200
|Fairy=  100}}
 
===Learnset===
Wobbuffet is available in {{pkmn|Sword and Shield}} and {{pkmn|Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl}}.
 
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh/8|Wobbuffet|Psychic|Psychic|2}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Splash|Normal|Status|—|—|40}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Charm|Fairy|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Encore|Normal|Status|—|100|5}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Amnesia|Psychic|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Counter|Fighting|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Mirror Coat|Psychic|Special|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Destiny Bond|Ghost|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/level8|{{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}|Counter|Fighting|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level8|{{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}|Mirror Coat|Psychic|Special|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level8|{{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25}}
{{learnlist/level8|{{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}|Destiny Bond|Ghost|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/levelf/8|Wobbuffet|Psychic|Psychic|2}}
 
====By [[TM]]/[[TR]]====
{{gameabbrev8|SwSh}}
{{learnlist/tmh/8|Wobbuffet|Psychic|Psychic|2}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM19|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM29|Charm|Fairy|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR17|Amnesia|Psychic|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR30|Encore|Normal|Status|—|100|5}}
{{learnlist/tmf/8|Wobbuffet|Psychic|Psychic|2}}
 
{{gameabbrev8|BDSP}}
{{learnlist/tmh/8|Wobbuffet|Psychic|Psychic|2}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM20|Safeguard|Normal|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|25||}}
{{learnlist/tmf/8|Wobbuffet|Psychic|Psychic|2}}
 
====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/8|Wobbuffet|Psychic|Psychic|2}}
{{learnlist/breed8null}}
{{learnlist/breedf/8|Wobbuffet|Psychic|Psychic|2}}
 
====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/8|Wobbuffet|Psychic|Psychic|2}}
{{learnlist/tutor8null}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/8|Wobbuffet|Psychic|Psychic|2}}
 
====By a prior [[evolution]]====
{{learnlist/prevoh/8|Wobbuffet|Psychic|Psychic|2}}
{{learnlist/prevo8null}}
{{learnlist/prevof/8|Wobbuffet|Psychic|Psychic|2}}
 
====By [[transfer]] from another generation====
{{learnlist/prevgenh/8|Wobbuffet|Psychic|Psychic|2}}
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Wobbuffet|2|Tickle|Normal|Status|—|100|20|III=event<!--prevo-->}}
{{learnlist/prevgenf/8|Wobbuffet|Psychic|Psychic|2}}
 
====[[Anime move errors|Anime-only moves]]====
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|-
|-
| rowspan="2" |
! style="background: #{{psychic color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | Move
{{EvoChart Box|
! style="background: #{{psychic color light}}" | Type
text=Baby |
! style="background: #{{psychic color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | Episode
image=360.png |
|-
name=Wynaut }}
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybl|5px}}" | {{m|Bide}}
|
| style="background:#{{normal color}}" | {{typecolor|Normal}}
{{EvoChart Box|
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybr|5px}}" | ''[[EP167|A Hot Water Battle]]''
text=At Lv.15 |
image=202.png |
name=Wobbuffet }}
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===Side game data===
{{Spindata/Head|type=Psychic}}
{{Spindata/PinballRS|col=3|type=Psychic|ndex=202|acquisition=Catch}}
{{Spindata/Trozei|col=3|type=Psychic|ndex=202|rarity=Rare}}
|-
{{Spindata/MDRB|col=6|type=Psychic|ndex=202
|body=1
|rate=Evolve
|area=Echo Cave
|P1=I'm very shy. Please don't come up to me from behind.
|P2=I think I'm in trouble. My health is down by half.
|P3=I'm sorry...I can hardly wobble...
|PL=My level went up!
}}
|-
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|body=1
|rate=-12
|IQ=E
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|-
{{Spindata/PSMD|col=6|type=Psychic|ndex=202
|coset=3 (♂)
|conto={{p|Chansey}}
|recruitment=Rescue
|P1=Wooooobbuffffeeeeeeeet!
|P2=Wo-o-obbuf...fet...
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|-
{{Spindata/PSMD|col=6|type=Psychic|ndex=202 f
|coset=3 (♀)
|conto={{p|Vileplume}}, {{p|Chingling}}, {{p|Shaymin}}, {{p|Cinccino}}
|recruitment=Escort to find Wobbuffet's precious belonging
|P1=I can't stand putting up with stuff! I want to live freely!
|P2=I just have to be patient... Always...
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Ranger|col=6|type=Psychic
|group=Psychic
|assist=Psychic
|fieldpower=0
|field=None
|loop=8
|MinEXP=55
|MaxEXP=69
|num=170
|browser=When a Capture Line is drawn, Wobbuffet tenses up and inflates itself instantly.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Ranger GS|col=6|type=Psychic
|group=Psychic
|assist=Psychic
|field=Teleport
|fieldpower=-
|fieldp=Psy Power
|num=104
|pastnum=189
|browser=It attacks by launching strange rings that make Pokémon Stopped.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/RumbleBlast|col=6|type=Psychic
|att=1
|def=2
|speed=3
}}
|-
{{Spindata/RumbleRush|col=6|type=Psychic|ndex=202 f
|walk=1.5
|hp=72
|attack=72
|defense=50
|speed=60
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Battle Trozei|col=6|type=Psychic|ndex=202
|power=2
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Shuffle|col=3|type=Psychic|ndex=202|num=268
|min=60
|max=105
|raisemaxlevel=5
|skill=Counterattack
|skilldesc=Deals even more damage the more disruptions there are.
|swapper=Rock Break+
}}
{{Spindata/Shuffle|col=3|type=Psychic|ndex=202F|num=268
|min=60
|max=105
|raisemaxlevel=5
|skill=Swap+
|skilldesc=Sometimes replaces three disruptions with this Pokémon.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/GO|col=6|type=Psychic|ndex=202
|hatch=N/A
|buddy=3
|candy=Wobbuffet
|evolution=N/A
|stamina=382
|attack=60
|defense=106
|fast={{m|Counter}}, {{m|Splash}}, {{m|Charm}}{{tt|*|From July 9, 2019 onward}}
|special={{m|Mirror Coat}}, {{m|Frustration}}[[File:GO Shadow icon.png|24px|link=Shadow Pokémon (GO)|As Shadow Pokémon]], {{m|Return}}[[File:GO Purified icon.png|24px|link=Shadow Pokémon (GO)|As Purified Pokémon]]
}}
|}
{{-}}
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|-
! colspan="5" style="{{roundy|20px}} background:#{{psychic color light}};" | '''{{Colorlink|Event Pokémon (GO)|000|Costumes in Pokémon GO}}'''
|-
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{psychic color dark}}; background:#{{psychic color light}};"| [[File:GO202Jan2020.png|100px]]
|-
| Party hat
|}
===Evolution data===
{{Evobox-2
|type1=Psychic
|pictype=art
|no1=0360
|name1=Wynaut
|type1-1=Psychic
|breed={{bag/s|Lax Incense|SV}}<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon breeding|Breed}}<br>holding {{color2|000|Lax Incense}}
|evo1={{bag/s|Rare Candy|SV}}<br>{{color2|000|Level|Level 15}}
|no2=0202
|name2=Wobbuffet
|type1-2=Psychic}}
===Sprites===
{{Spritebox/Header|type=Psychic}}
{{Spritebox/NA|II}}
{{Spritebox/2|ndex=202}}
{{Spritebox/3|ndex=202}}
{{Spritebox/4/Gender|ndex=202}}
{{Spritebox/5/Gender|ndex=202}}
{{Spritebox/6/Gender|ndex=202|crop=69}}
{{Spritebox/7/Gender|ndex=202|crop=74}}
{{Spritebox/8/Gender|ndex=202|crop=117}}
{{Spritebox/NA|gen=IX|is=yes}}
{{Spritebox/HOME/Gender|ndex=0202}}
{{Spritebox/Footer|202|Wobbuffet}}


==Sprites==
==Trivia==
{{Sprite|
* Wobbuffet has the highest base {{stat|HP}} stat of all {{type|Psychic}} Pokémon.
type=psychic|
* Wobbuffet is one of fourteen Pokémon that one can collect [[foreign Pokédex entries]] for in {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}.
gen=2|
* If the opponent does not attack Wobbuffet, Wobbuffet cannot harm the opponent except with {{m|Struggle}} (itself unusable unless Wobbuffet has run out of moves) or through the use of a [[Z-Move]] or a [[Max Move]].
gender=both|
* Wobbuffet was banned from many unofficial tournaments until [[Generation V]], due to its unique moveset and [[Ability]], {{a|Shadow Tag}}, making it somewhat difficult to counter.<ref>https://www.smogon.com/dex/dp/pokemon/wobbuffet/</ref>
ndex=202|
* Before [[Generation IV]], Wobbuffet could not damage a {{t|Ghost}}- or {{type|Dark}} Pokémon (without the use of Struggle) that uses an attack of its own type because all Ghost-type moves were physical (the Ghost type is immune to {{m|Counter}}) and all Dark-type moves were special (the Dark type is immune to {{m|Mirror Coat}}). It is still not possible for Wobbuffet to counter the Ghost/Dark typed {{p|Sableye}} or {{p|Spiritomb}} unless another Pokémon uses {{m|Foresight}}, {{m|Odor Sleuth}}, or {{m|Miracle Eye}} first or the Pokémon is holding a [[Ring Target]], or if {{a|Scrappy}} is passed onto Wobbuffet.
name=Wobbuffet|
* In [[Generation III]], if two Wobbuffet with Leftovers are facing each other in a Single Battle, the battle will become endless as all of Wobbuffet's moves do not directly damage the opponent, and the player cannot switch to their other Pokémon due to {{a|Shadow Tag}}. Even if the Wobbuffet use {{m|Struggle}}, the damage will be healed quickly by Leftovers. Shadow Tag and Struggle were both changed in [[Generation IV]], likely as a direct response to this scenario.
}}
* Wobbuffet was designed by [[Hironobu Yoshida]].<ref>[http://wayback.archive.org/web/20080704081535/http://www.gpara.com/contents/creator/bn_225.htm Drill Dozer interview by Gpara] (Japanese)</ref>
* Wobbuffet's English name was suggested by Jeff Kalles, who assisted in the naming of many [[Generation II]] Pokémon.<ref>[https://twitter.com/sellak/status/1431016823810449410 Tweet by Jeff Kalles (@Sellak).] Posted on August 26, 2021.</ref>


=Trivia=
===Origin===
*Its name, when paired with the Japanese name of its pre-evolution, {{p|Wynaut}}, ソーナノ ''Sohnano'', makes for a potential perpetual conversation of "that's the way it is" followed by "really?", and so on, as seen in [[Camp Pikachu]].
Wobbuffet is likely based on a {{wp|punching bag}}; that is, when it is hit, it bounces back. Alternatively, it may be based on the concept of {{wp|Karma}} as it can only cause damage if it is attacked first. Wobbuffet may also be based on an {{wp|Okiagari-koboshi}} doll, a Japanese traditional doll with squinted eyes that stands back upright when pushed over.
*Wobbuffet is the only non-[[legendary Pokémon]] to be considered "uber" in the metagame due to its HP stat, attacks, and ability overcentralizing the game completely. All its tranier needs to do when using Wobbuffet is predict whether the opponent's next attack will be physical or special to deal double damage.


==Origin==
Given that Wobbuffet often touches its hand to its forehead, it may also be based on the late Japanese comedian 林家三平 ''{{wp|Hayashiya Sanpei I|Sanpei Hayashiya}}'', who was famous for repeatedly touching his hand to his forehead while saying one of his trademark lines, そうなんす、奥さん ''Sō nansu, okusan'', "That's the way it is, ma'am."
It is based on the late Japanese comedian 林家三平 ''Sanpei Hayashiya'', who was famous for repeatedly touching his hand to his forehead while saying one of his trademark lines, そうなんす、奥さん ''sō na-n-su, okusan'', "That's the way it is, ma'am."


In addition, its form and available moves are based on a [[wp:punching bag|punching bag]]; that is, when it is hit, it bounces back.
====Name origin====
Wobbuffet may be a combination of ''wobble'' and ''buffet'' (to strike repeatedly).


===Name origin===
Sonans is homophonous with the interjection そうなんす ''Sō na-n-su'', which roughly means, "That's the way it is." It is played off by its pre-evolution, {{p|Wynaut}}, whose Japanese name, Sohnano, is nearly homophonous with the phrase そうなの? ''na no?'', meaning, "Really?" Together, they make for a potential perpetual conversation of, "Really?" followed by, "That's the way it is," and so on, as seen in ''[[PK11|Camp Pikachu]]''.
Wobbuffet's name is a combination of ''wobble'' and ''buffet'', meaning to strike repeatedly, possibly referring to its action of slapping its own forehead. Its Japanese name is homophonous with the interjection そうなんす ''na-n-su'', which roughly means "that's the way it is."


==In other languages==
==In other languages==
* [[List of German Pokémon names|German]]: Woingenau - Means "Where to, exactly?"
{{Other languages|type=Psychic|type2=Psychic
* [[List of French Pokémon names|French]]: Qulbutoke - A play on ''"Culbuto"'' and the expression ''"O.K"''
|ja= ソーナンス ''Sonans''|jameaning=From {{tt|そうなんす ''sō na-n-su''|That's the way it is}}
* [[List of Korean Pokémon names|Korean]]: 마자용 ''Majayong'' - A play on Majayo, which means "That's correct/That's right."
|fr=Qulbutoké|frmeaning=From {{wp|Roly-poly toy|{{tt|''culbuto''|roly-poly toy}}}} and ''okay''
|es=Wobbuffet|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Woingenau|demeaning=From {{tt|''Wohin genau?''|Where to, exactly?}}
|it=Wobbuffet|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=마자용 ''Mazayong'' |komeaning=From {{tt|맞아요 ''majayo''|get hit; that's right}}
|zh_cmn=果然翁 ''Guǒránwēng''|zh_cmnmeaning=From {{tt|果然 ''guǒrán''|really, indeed, as expected}} and {{tt|不倒翁 ''bùdǎowēng''|roly-poly toy}}
|zh_yue=果然翁 ''Gwóyìhnyūng''|zh_yuemeaning=From {{tt|果然 ''gwóyìhn''|really, indeed, as expected}} and {{tt|不倒翁 ''bātdóuyūng''|roly-poly toy}}
|he=וואבאפט ''Wabbaffet''|hemeaning=Transcription of English name
|hi=सचिमुची ''Sachimuchi''|himeaning=From {{tt|सच मुच ''sachmuch''|really}}
|id=Wobbuffet<br>Bagitu|idmeaning=Same as English name<br>From ''bag'' and ''{{tt|begitu|like that}}'' or ''{{tt|begitulah|that's (how it is)}}''
|ru=Воббаффет ''Vobbaffet''|rumeaning=Transcription of English name
|th=โซนานส์ ''Sonan''|thmeaning=Transcription of Japanese name
}}
{{left clear}}


=Related articles=
==Related articles==
* [[Jessie's Wobbuffet]]
*[[Jessie's Wobbuffet]]


=External links=
==References==
*[[wp:Wobbuffet|Article on Wikipedia]]
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Latest revision as of 14:46, 16 February 2024

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This article is about the species. For a specific instance of this species, see Wobbuffet (disambiguation).
Wobbuffet
Patient Pokémon
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Type
Psychic Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Abilities
Shadow Tag Cacophony
Cacophony
Telepathy
Hidden Ability
Cacophony
Hidden Ability
Cacophony
Cacophony
Gender ratio
Unknown
50% male, 50% female
Catch rate
45 (11.9%)
Breeding
Egg Group
Amorphous
Hatch time
20 cycles
Height
4'03" 1.3 m
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Mega Stone
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Base experience yield
177
Gen. II-IV
Unknown
IV
142
V+
Leveling rate
Medium Fast
EV yield
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Sp.Def
0
Speed
Shape
Body05.png
Footprint
F0202.png F000.png
{{{form2}}}
Pokédex color
Blue
Base friendship
70
External Links

Wobbuffet (Japanese: ソーナンス Sonans) is a Psychic-type Pokémon introduced in Generation II.

It evolves from Wynaut starting at level 15.

Biology

Wobbuffet is a tall, cyan Pokémon with a soft body. Its eyes usually appear scrunched, and it has a jagged upper lip. The female Wobbuffet has a red marking on its mouth that resembles lipstick, while the male does not. It has flat arms that are wider towards the tip and four stubby legs at the base of its body. There are two eyespots on its black tail. Its eyespots are revealed to be capable of blinking and looking around using its tail in the Pokémon Stadium series. Wobbuffet is very protective of its tail, to the point where it will suddenly turn uncharacteristically aggressive if the tail is attacked.

Wobbuffet is usually a docile Pokémon that will never attack first. However, when it is attacked, it will inflate its body and initiate a counter-strike. When two or more of this Pokémon meet, they will attempt to outlast each other in a battle of endurance. However, since neither is able to attack, they may compete to see which can last without food. Because of its overprotective nature regarding its tail and hatred of light, Wobbuffet lives in dark caves.

Prior to Generation V, Wobbuffet and its pre-evolved form, Wynaut, were the only known Pokémon that could have Shadow Tag as an Ability.

Evolution

Wobbuffet evolves from Wynaut.

(For specifics on this Pokémon's evolution in the games, refer to Game data→Evolution data.)

0360Wynaut.png
Unevolved
Wynaut
 Psychic 

0202Wobbuffet.png
First evolution
Wobbuffet
 Psychic 


In the anime

Main series

Wobbuffet in the anime
Female Wobbuffet in the anime

Major appearances

Jessie's Wobbuffet

Jessie has a Wobbuffet, originally owned by a Trainer named Benny, that frequently emerges from his Poké Ball to shout his name or cause what Jessie considers to be trouble. Ever since she accidentally traded her Lickitung for him in Tricks of the Trade, he has appeared in almost every episode in the overall anime, excluding most of Pokémon the Series: Black & White. She rarely uses Wobbuffet in battle, but when she does, the results are generally good. On the other hand, Jessie's few attempts at using Wobbuffet in Contests have all had negative results.

During Pokémon the Series: Black & White, Wobbuffet was left at Team Rocket's headquarters prior to Jessie, James and Meowth's departure to the Unova region. He was later reunited with Jessie when the trio returned to Kanto, and he was the only one of Jessie's Pokémon to accompany her to the Kalos and Alola regions, as well as her worldwide travels in Pokémon Journeys: The Series.

Other

Wobbu-Palooza! featured a town in which everyone owned a Wobbuffet, including the local Officer Jenny.

In A Fork in the Road! A Parting of the Ways!, Dr. White's female Wobbuffet became the love interest of Jessie's own Wobbuffet.

A Wobbuffet belonging to an alternate world version of Jessie appeared in The Gates of Warp! and Showdown at the Gates of Warp!.

Minor appearances

The Mirror World has a counterpart for Jessie's Wobbuffet, appearing with Mirror Jessie at the end of The Cave of Mirrors!.

A Trainer's Wobbuffet appeared in A Festival Trade! A Festival Farewell?*.

A Wobbuffet appeared in a fantasy in A Talent for Imitation!.

Pokédex entries

Episode Pokémon Source Entry
EP146 Wobbuffet Ash's Pokédex Wobbuffet, the Patient Pokémon. Wobbuffet like to live in dark areas so they can keep their pitch-black tails concealed.
EP146 Wobbuffet James's book Wobbuffet, the Patient Pokémon. --- is unable to initiate attacks.

Pokémon: Twilight Wings

A Trainer's female Wobbuffet appeared in Buddy.

A Wobbuffet appeared in a flashback in Assistant, under the ownership of a Scientist.

Pokémon Evolutions

In The Show, a Wobbuffet briefly appeared under the ownership of a Trainer in Ecruteak City.

In the manga

Wobbuffet in Pokémon Adventures

Ash & Pikachu

Main article: Jessie's Wobbuffet

Similar to the anime, Jessie owns a Wobbuffet.

Movie adaptations

Main article: Jessie's Wobbuffet

Jessie also owned a Wobbuffet in the movie adaptations.

Pocket Monsters DP

A Wobbuffet appeared in PMDP20.

Pokémon Adventures

Wobbuffet debuted in Absolutely Azumarill, under the ownership of Mirei.

A Wobbuffet appeared in The Last Battle XIII as one of the Pokémon sent to participate in the fight in Ilex Forest.

A Trainer's Wobbuffet appeared in The Final Dimensional Duel II.

A Wobbuffet appeared in Out-Odding Oddish, under the ownership of a Pokéathlon participant.

Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All

A Wobbuffet appeared in GDZ67, under the ownership of a monk.

Pokémon Journeys: The Series

Main article: Jessie's Wobbuffet

Jessie's Wobbuffet debuted in Flash of the Titans!.

In the TCG

Main article: Wobbuffet (TCG)

In the TFG

One Wobbuffet figure has been released.

Other appearances

Super Smash Bros. Melee/Brawl

When released from a Poké Ball, Wobbuffet will stand on the stage in one place. Anyone attacking or running into it will be damaged by its Counter, apart from the player who threw the Poké Ball, who will only be knocked back.

Wobbuffet is also a Poké Float in Melee. It appears on its side and never fully reveals itself. When it first appears, it will quickly return off-screen but will then come back and remain to allow for fighting to take place on top of it.

Melee trophy information

A Patient Pokémon, Wobbuffet lives in darkness to hide its mismatched black tail. Even for a stoic Pokémon, this creature is a testament to self-control; it will not actively attack an opponent. Its Counter and Mirror Coat moves are solely used for reflecting attacks directly back at its antagonist.

Brawl trophy information

"A Patient Pokémon. A nocturnal, cave-dwelling creature, Wobbuffet is calm and collected, but it will fight back viciously if its black tail is attacked--this hints at something secretive about its tail. If Wobbuffet is put into battle, the opponent cannot run away or switch. Females have lipsticklike markings around their mouths."

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Wobbuffet appears as a Spirit.

Game data

NPC appearances

Pokédex entries

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation II.
Generation II Johto
#107
Gold It hates light and shock. If attacked, it inflates its body to pump up its counterstrike.
Silver To keep its pitch-black tail hidden, it lives quietly in the darkness. It is never first to attack.
Crystal In order to conceal its black tail, it lives in a dark cave and only moves about at night.
Stadium 2 It hates light and shock. If attacked, it inflates its body to pump up its counterstrike.
Generation III Hoenn
#161
Kanto
#—
Ruby If two or more Wobbuffet meet, they will turn competitive and try to outdo the other's endurance. However, they may try to see which one can endure the longest without food. Trainers need to beware of this habit.
Sapphire Wobbuffet does nothing but endure attacks - it won't attack on its own. However, it won't endure an attack on its tail. When that happens, the Pokémon will try to take the foe with it using Destiny Bond.
Emerald Usually docile, a Wobbuffet strikes back ferociously if its black tail is attacked. It makes its lair in caves where it waits for nightfall.
FireRed To keep its pitch-black tail hidden, it lives quietly in the darkness. It is never first to attack.
LeafGreen It hates light and shock. If attacked, it inflates its body to pump up its counterstrike.
Generation IV Sinnoh
#—
Johto
#108
Diamond It desperately tries to keep its black tail hidden. It is said to be proof the tail hides a secret.
Pearl
Platinum
HeartGold It hates light and shock. If attacked, it inflates its body to pump up its counterstrike.
SoulSilver To keep its pitch-black tail hidden, it lives quietly in the darkness. It is never first to attack.
Generation V Unova
#—
Black It desperately tries to keep its black tail hidden. It is said to be proof the tail hides a secret.
White
Black 2 It desperately tries to keep its black tail hidden. It is said to be proof the tail hides a secret.
White 2
Generation VI Kalos
Coastal #119
Hoenn
#168
X It hates light and shock. If attacked, it inflates its body to build up its counterstrike.
Y To keep its pitch-black tail hidden, it lives quietly in the darkness. It is never first to attack.
Omega Ruby If two or more Wobbuffet meet, they will turn competitive and try to outdo each other's endurance. However, they may try to see which one can endure the longest without food. Trainers need to beware of this habit.
Alpha Sapphire Wobbuffet does nothing but endure attacks—it won't attack on its own. However, it won't endure an attack on its tail. When that happens, the Pokémon will try to take the foe with it using Destiny Bond.
Generation VII Alola
#—
Kanto
#—
This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Generation VII.
Generation VIII Galar
#217
Sinnoh
#—
Hisui
#—
This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Legends: Arceus.
Sword It hates light and shock. If attacked, it inflates its body to pump up its counterstrike.
Shield To keep its pitch-black tail hidden, it lives quietly in the darkness. It is never first to attack.
Brilliant Diamond It desperately tries to keep its black tail hidden. This behavior is said to be proof that its tail hides a secret.
Shining Pearl
Generation IX Paldea
#—
Kitakami
#—
Blueberry
#—
This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Generation IX.


Game locations

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation II.
Generation II
Gold Silver
Dark Cave
Crystal
Dark Cave*Night, Goldenrod Game Corner
Generation III
Ruby Sapphire
Safari Zone
Emerald
Safari Zone
FireRed LeafGreen
Cerulean Cave, Ruin Valley
Colosseum
Trade
XD
Trade
Generation IV
Diamond Pearl
Lake Verity, Lake Acuity, Lake Valor (Poké Radar)
Platinum
Lake Verity, Lake Valor (Poké Radar)
HeartGold SoulSilver
Cerulean Cave, Dark Cave (Blackthorn side)
Safari ZoneNight (Peak, default and 10 Peak points)
Pal Park
Field
Pokéwalker
Noisy Forest
Generation V
Black White
Evolve Wynaut
Black 2 White 2
Trade with Curtis or Yancy in Nimbasa City
Dream World
Spooky Manor
Generation VI
X Y
Reflection Cave, Friend Safari (Psychic)
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire
Safari Zone (Zone 2, long grass)
Generation VII
Sun Moon
Pokémon Bank
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon
Pokémon Bank
Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee
Unobtainable
Generation VIII
Sword Shield
Route 5, Motostoke Riverbank, Bridge Field, Dusty Bowl, Hammerlocke Hills, Lake of Outrage
Motostoke Riverbank, Stony Wilderness, Hammerlocke Hills (Max Raid Battle)
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl
Lake Verity, Lake Acuity, Lake Valor (Poké Radar)
Grand Underground - Dazzling Gleam, Stargleam Cavern (After obtaining the National Pokédex)
Legends: Arceus
Unobtainable
Generation IX
Scarlet Violet
Unobtainable


In side games

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation II.
Generation II
This Pokémon is unavailable in Generation II side games.
Generation III
Channel
Upgrade binder, Quiz Wobbuffet
Pinball: R&S
Safari Zone (Ruby Field)
Trozei!
Endless Level 12, Endless Level 16, Forever Level 61, Mr. Who's Den
MD Red MD Blue
Evolve Wynaut
Ranger
Panula Cave
Generation IV
MD Time MD Darkness
Marine Resort (1F-19F)
MD Sky
Marine Resort (1F-19F)
MD Stormy
Evolve Wynaut
Ranger: GS
Mt. Latolato, Dark Temple
Generation V
Rumble Blast
Cave: Echo Valley (post-ending)
Rumble U
Secret Warehouse: Walking a Thin Line
Generation VI
Battle Trozei
Infinite Ruins: Stage 2
Rumble World
Dark Land: Murky Cavern (All Areas)
Picross
Area 15: Stage 06
Generation VII
Rumble Rush
Charizard Sea2020, Entei SeaFinal
Generation VIII
MD DX
Western Cave (11F-16F), Buried Relic (40F-47F), Solar Cave (11F-16F)
Mystery House: Uproar Forest, Desert Region, Southern Cavern, Wyvern Hill, Waterfall Pond, Remains Island
Strong Foe: Darknight Relic (6F-14F)Shiny
Cross-Generation
Shuffle
Event: Wobbuffet Wobbles In! (Male)
Event: Wobbuffet Appears (Male and Female)
Café ReMix
Order #276 (Mix), Complete Gossifleur Combo Plate recipe (ReMix)


In events

Games Event Language/Region Location Level Distribution period
GSC Gotta Catch 'Em All Station! Mimic Wobbuffet English United States 5 January 31 to February 6, 2003
RSEFRLG Pokémon Sunday Wobbuffet Japanese Japan 5 July 17 to August 21, 2005
RSEFRLG Gather More Pokémon! Sixth Campaign Wobbuffet Japanese Japan 10 April 22 to May 8, 2006
XY Nuketta Wobbuffet All Japan 10 December 15, 2013 to February 16, 2014
XY Jessie's Wobbuffet All Italy 15 June 21 to 22, 2014

Held items

Games Held items
Black 2 White 2

Stats

Base stats

Stat Range
At Lv. 50 At Lv. 100
190
250 - 297 490 - 584
33
34 - 93 63 - 181
58
56 - 121 108 - 236
33
34 - 93 63 - 181
58
56 - 121 108 - 236
33
34 - 93 63 - 181
Total:
405
Other Pokémon with this total
  • Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature.
  • Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.

Pokéathlon stats

Speed
1/2
Power
3/4 ★★★
Skill
3/5 ★★★☆☆
Stamina
5/5 ★★★★★
Jump
2/3 ★★
Total
14/19 ★★


Type effectiveness

Under normal battle conditions in Generation IX, this Pokémon is:
Damaged
normally by:
Normal
Fighting ½×
Flying
Poison
Ground
Rock
Bug
Ghost
Steel
Fire
Water
Grass
Electric
Psychic ½×
Ice
Dragon
Dark
Fairy
None
Weak to:
Normal
Fighting ½×
Flying
Poison
Ground
Rock
Bug
Ghost
Steel
Fire
Water
Grass
Electric
Psychic ½×
Ice
Dragon
Dark
Fairy
None
Immune to:
Normal
Fighting ½×
Flying
Poison
Ground
Rock
Bug
Ghost
Steel
Fire
Water
Grass
Electric
Psychic ½×
Ice
Dragon
Dark
Fairy
None
Resistant to:
Normal
Fighting ½×
Flying
Poison
Ground
Rock
Bug
Ghost
Steel
Fire
Water
Grass
Electric
Psychic ½×
Ice
Dragon
Dark
Fairy
None

Learnset

Wobbuffet is available in Sword and Shield and Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.

By leveling up

Generation VIII
Other generations:
II - III - IV - V - VI - VII - IX
 Level   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP
011 Splash Normal Status 0000 00——% 40
011 Charm Fairy Status 0000 100100% 20
011 Encore Normal Status 0000 100100% 5
011 Amnesia Psychic Status 0000 00——% 20
011 Counter Fighting Physical 0000 100100% 20
011 Mirror Coat Psychic Special 0000 100100% 20
011 Safeguard Normal Status 0000 00——% 25
011 Destiny Bond Ghost Status 0000 00——% 5
Evo.Evo. Counter Fighting Physical 0000 100100% 20
Evo.Evo. Mirror Coat Psychic Special 0000 100100% 20
Evo.Evo. Safeguard Normal Status 0000 00——% 25
Evo.Evo. Destiny Bond Ghost Status 0000 00——% 5
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Wobbuffet
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Wobbuffet
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations

By TM/TR

SwSh

Generation VIII
Other generations:
II - III - IV - V - VI - VII - IX
   TM   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
TM19
Bag TM Normal SwSh Sprite.png
TM19 Safeguard Normal Status 0000 00—}}—% 25
TM29
Bag TM Fairy SwSh Sprite.png
TM29 Charm Fairy Status 0000 100}}100% 20
TR17
Bag TR Psychic Sprite.png
TR17 Amnesia Psychic Status 0000 00—}}—% 20
TR30
Bag TR Normal Sprite.png
TR30 Encore Normal Status 0000 100}}100% 5
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Wobbuffet
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Wobbuffet
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations

BDSP

Generation VIII
Other generations:
II - III - IV - V - VI - VII - IX
   TM   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
TM20
Bag TM Normal SwSh Sprite.png
TM20 Safeguard Normal Status 0000 —}}—% 25
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Wobbuffet
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Wobbuffet
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations

By breeding

Generation VIII
Other generations:
II - III - IV - V - VI - VII - IX
 Parent   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
This Pokémon learns no moves by breeding.
  • Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must be chain bred onto Wobbuffet in Generation VIII
  • Moves marked with a dagger (†) can only be bred onto Wobbuffet if it hatches as a Wynaut, and cannot be obtained otherwise.
  • Moves marked with a double dagger (‡) can only be bred from a Pokémon who learned the move in an earlier generation.
  • Moves marked with a superscript game abbreviation can only be bred onto Wobbuffet in that game.
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Wobbuffet
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Wobbuffet
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Egg moves from other generations

By tutoring

Generation VIII
Other generations:
II - III - IV - V - VI - VII - IX
 Game   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
This Pokémon learns no moves by tutoring.
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Wobbuffet
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Wobbuffet
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Move Tutor moves from other generations

By a prior evolution

Generation VIII
Other generations:
II - III - IV - V - VI - VII - IX
 Stage   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
This Pokémon has no moves exclusive to prior evolutions.
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Wobbuffet
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Wobbuffet
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see moves from other generations

By transfer from another generation

Generation VIII
Other generations:
IV - V - VI - VII - IX
 Gen.   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
II III IV V VI VII Tickle Normal Status 0000 100}}100% 20
  • Transferred Pokémon only retain these moves in Pokémon Sword and Shield
  • A striped background indicates a generation in which the move can only be obtained via event or as a special move
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Wobbuffet
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Wobbuffet
  • × indicates a move that cannot be used in Sword and Shield
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see transfer-only moves for other generations

Anime-only moves

Move Type Episode
Bide  Normal  A Hot Water Battle

Side game data

Pokémon Pinball RS
PinRS202.png PinRSani202.png
Acquisition: Catch
Pokémon Trozei!
Trozeiani202.png
Rarity: Rare
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon
Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team
Body size: 1
Recruit rate: Evolve
Friend Area: Echo Cave
Phrases
51%-100% HP I'm very shy. Please don't come up to me from behind.
26%-50% HP I think I'm in trouble. My health is down by half.
1%-25% HP I'm sorry...I can hardly wobble...
Level up My level went up!
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon
Explorers of Time, Explorers of Darkness, and Explorers of Sky
MDP E 202.png Body size: 1
Recruit rate: -12%
IQ group: E
Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon
MDP 3DS 202.png

Body size: Standard (1 tile)
How to Recruit: Rescue
Connected to: Chansey
Connection Orb Set: 3 (♂)

Phrases
Normal Wooooobbuffffeeeeeeeet!
Low HP (< 50%) Wo-o-obbuf...fet...
Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon
MDP 3DS 202 f.png

Body size: Standard (1 tile)
How to Recruit: Escort to find Wobbuffet's precious belonging
Connected to: Vileplume, Chingling, Shaymin, Cinccino
Connection Orb Set: 3 (♀)

Phrases
Normal I can't stand putting up with stuff! I want to live freely!
Low HP (< 50%) I just have to be patient... Always...
Pokémon Ranger
Group:
Psychic
Poké Assist: Psychic PA.png
Psychic
Field move: None
Loops: 8 Min. exp.: 55 Max. exp.: 69
Browser entry R-170
When a Capture Line is drawn, Wobbuffet tenses up and inflates itself instantly.
Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs
Group:
Psychic
Poké Assist:
(present)
Psychic Assist.png
Psychic
Field move:
(present)
Teleport - field move.png
(Teleport ×-)
Poké Assist:
(past)
Psychic Assist.png
Psychic
Field move:
(past)
Psy Power 1 field move.png
(Psy Power ×1)
Browser entry R-104/N-189
It attacks by launching strange rings that make Pokémon Stopped.
Pokémon Rumble Blast
Attack
Defense ●●
Speed ●●●
Pokémon Rumble Rush
Rush202 fBody.png Walking Speed: 1.5 seconds Base HP: 72
Base Attack: 72 Base Defense: 50 Base Speed: 60
Pokémon Battle Trozei
Psychic
Attack Power: ★★★★★

BT202.png

Pokémon Shuffle
None Shuffle.png
Psychic
None Shuffle.png Attack Power: 60 - 105 Raise Max Level.png 5

#268
Shuffle202.png

Counterattack
Deals even more damage the more disruptions there are.
Skill Swapper.png Swappable Skill(s): Rock Break+


Pokémon Shuffle
None Shuffle.png
Psychic
None Shuffle.png Attack Power: 60 - 105 Raise Max Level.png 5

#268
Shuffle202F.png

Swap+
Sometimes replaces three disruptions with this Pokémon.


Pokémon GO
GO202.png Base HP: 382 Base Attack: 60 Base Defense: 106
Egg Distance: N/A Buddy Distance: 3 km Evolution Requirement: N/A
Fast Attacks: Counter, Splash, Charm*
Charged Attacks: Mirror Coat, FrustrationAs Shadow Pokémon, ReturnAs Purified Pokémon


Costumes in Pokémon GO
GO202Jan2020.png
Party hat

Evolution data

0360Wynaut.png
Baby form
Wynaut
 Psychic 
Lax Incense
Breed
holding Lax Incense



Rare Candy
Level 15
0202Wobbuffet.png
First evolution
Wobbuffet
 Psychic 


Sprites

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation II.
Generation II
Gold Silver Crystal
Spr 2g 202.png Spr b 2g 202.png Spr 2s 202.png Spr b 2s 202.png Spr 2c 202.png Spr b 2c 202.png
Spr 2g 202 s.png Spr b 2g 202 s.png Spr 2s 202 s.png Spr b 2s 202 s.png Spr 2c 202 s.png Spr b 2c 202 s.png
Front Back Front Back Front Back
Generation III
Ruby Sapphire Emerald FireRed LeafGreen
Spr 3r 202.png Spr b 3r 202.png Spr 3e 202.png Spr b 3e 202.png Spr 3f 202.png Spr b 3f 202.png
Spr 3r 202 s.png Spr b 3r 202 s.png Spr 3e 202 s.png Spr b 3e 202 s.png Spr 3f 202 s.png Spr b 3f 202 s.png
Front Back Front Back Front Back
Generation IV
Diamond Pearl Platinum HeartGold SoulSilver
Male Male Male Male Male Male
Female Female Female Female Female Female
Shiny Male Shiny Male Shiny Male Shiny Male Shiny Male Shiny Male
Shiny Female Shiny Female Shiny Female Shiny Female Shiny Female Shiny Female
Front Back Front Back Front Back
Generation V
Black White Black 2 White 2
Male Male Male Male
Female Female Female Female
Shiny Male Shiny Male Shiny Male Shiny Male
Shiny Female Shiny Female Shiny Female Shiny Female
Front Back Front Back
Generation VI
X Y Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire
Male
Male
Male
Male
Female
Female
Female
Female
Shiny Male
Shiny Male
Shiny Male
Shiny Male
Shiny Female
Shiny Female
Shiny Female
Shiny Female
Front Back Front Back
Generation VII
Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon
Male
Male
Male
Male
Female
Female
Female
Female
Shiny Male
Shiny Male
Shiny Male
Shiny Male
Shiny Female
Shiny Female
Shiny Female
Shiny Female
Front Back Front Back
Generation VIII
Sword Shield
Male
Shiny Male
Female
Shiny Female
This Pokémon is unavailable in Generation IX.
Cross-Generation
HOME
Male Shiny Male
Female Shiny Female
202MS.png For other sprites and images, please see Wobbuffet images on the Bulbagarden Archives.


Trivia

  • Wobbuffet has the highest base HP stat of all Psychic-type Pokémon.
  • Wobbuffet is one of fourteen Pokémon that one can collect foreign Pokédex entries for in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl.
  • If the opponent does not attack Wobbuffet, Wobbuffet cannot harm the opponent except with Struggle (itself unusable unless Wobbuffet has run out of moves) or through the use of a Z-Move or a Max Move.
  • Wobbuffet was banned from many unofficial tournaments until Generation V, due to its unique moveset and Ability, Shadow Tag, making it somewhat difficult to counter.[1]
  • Before Generation IV, Wobbuffet could not damage a Ghost- or Dark-type Pokémon (without the use of Struggle) that uses an attack of its own type because all Ghost-type moves were physical (the Ghost type is immune to Counter) and all Dark-type moves were special (the Dark type is immune to Mirror Coat). It is still not possible for Wobbuffet to counter the Ghost/Dark typed Sableye or Spiritomb unless another Pokémon uses Foresight, Odor Sleuth, or Miracle Eye first or the Pokémon is holding a Ring Target, or if Scrappy is passed onto Wobbuffet.
  • In Generation III, if two Wobbuffet with Leftovers are facing each other in a Single Battle, the battle will become endless as all of Wobbuffet's moves do not directly damage the opponent, and the player cannot switch to their other Pokémon due to Shadow Tag. Even if the Wobbuffet use Struggle, the damage will be healed quickly by Leftovers. Shadow Tag and Struggle were both changed in Generation IV, likely as a direct response to this scenario.
  • Wobbuffet was designed by Hironobu Yoshida.[2]
  • Wobbuffet's English name was suggested by Jeff Kalles, who assisted in the naming of many Generation II Pokémon.[3]

Origin

Wobbuffet is likely based on a punching bag; that is, when it is hit, it bounces back. Alternatively, it may be based on the concept of Karma as it can only cause damage if it is attacked first. Wobbuffet may also be based on an Okiagari-koboshi doll, a Japanese traditional doll with squinted eyes that stands back upright when pushed over.

Given that Wobbuffet often touches its hand to its forehead, it may also be based on the late Japanese comedian 林家三平 Sanpei Hayashiya, who was famous for repeatedly touching his hand to his forehead while saying one of his trademark lines, そうなんす、奥さん Sō nansu, okusan, "That's the way it is, ma'am."

Name origin

Wobbuffet may be a combination of wobble and buffet (to strike repeatedly).

Sonans is homophonous with the interjection そうなんす Sō na-n-su, which roughly means, "That's the way it is." It is played off by its pre-evolution, Wynaut, whose Japanese name, Sohnano, is nearly homophonous with the phrase そうなの? Sō na no?, meaning, "Really?" Together, they make for a potential perpetual conversation of, "Really?" followed by, "That's the way it is," and so on, as seen in Camp Pikachu.

In other languages

Language Title Meaning
Japan Flag.png Japanese ソーナンス Sonans From そうなんす sō na-n-su
France Flag.png French Qulbutoké From culbuto and okay
Spain Flag.png Spanish Wobbuffet Same as English name
Germany Flag.png German Woingenau From Wohin genau?
Italy Flag.png Italian Wobbuffet Same as English name
South Korea Flag.png Korean 마자용 Mazayong From 맞아요 majayo
China and Taiwan Flags.png Mandarin Chinese 果然翁 Guǒránwēng From 果然 guǒrán and 不倒翁 bùdǎowēng
Hong Kong Flag.png Cantonese Chinese 果然翁 Gwóyìhnyūng From 果然 gwóyìhn and 不倒翁 bātdóuyūng


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