Grimmsnarl
Grimmsnarl is a Dark/Fairy type Pokémon introduced in Generation 8.
Its hairs work like muscle fibers. When its hairs unfurl, they latch on to opponents, ensnaring them as tentacles would.
Grimmsnarl has a Gigantamax form available in Pokémon Sword/Shield, with an exclusive G-Max move, G-Max Snooze.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0861 |
|---|---|
| Type | Dark Fairy |
| Species | Bulk Up Pokémon |
| Height | 1.5 m (4′11″) |
| Weight | 61.0 kg (134.5 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Prankster 2. Frisk Pickpocket (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0240 (Sword/Shield) 0287 (Scarlet/Violet) 0039 (The Crown Tundra) 0192 (The Teal Mask) |
Training
| EV yield | 3 Attack |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 255 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Fairy, Human-Like |
|---|---|
| Gender | 100% male, 0% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 95 | 300 | 394 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 120 | 220 | 372 | |
| Defense | 65 | 121 | 251 | |
| Sp. Atk | 95 | 175 | 317 | |
| Sp. Def | 75 | 139 | 273 | |
| Speed | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Total | 510 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
Pokédex entries
Grimmsnarl
| Sword | With the hair wrapped around its body helping to enhance its muscles, this Pokémon can overwhelm even Machamp. |
|---|---|
| Shield | Its hairs work like muscle fibers. When its hairs unfurl, they latch on to opponents, ensnaring them as tentacles would. |
| Scarlet | This Pokémon has complete control over its hair. Grimmsnarl normally keeps its hair wrapped around its body to support its muscles. |
| Violet | It lives deep within the forest. Even after evolving into this splendid form, it hasn’t given up on its petty misdeeds and pranks. |
Gigantamax
| Sword | By transforming its leg hair, this Pokémon delivers power-packed drill kicks that can bore huge holes in Galar’s terrain. |
|---|---|
| Shield | Gigantamax energy has caused more hair to sprout all over its body. With the added strength, it can jump over the world’s tallest building. |
Moves learned by Grimmsnarl
Moves learnt by level up
Grimmsnarl does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Grimmsnarl does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Grimmsnarl cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Grimmsnarl learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bite | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 1 | Bulk Up | Fighting | — | — | |
| 1 | Confide | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | Fake Out | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | False Surrender | Dark | 80 | ∞ | |
| 1 | Flatter | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 12 | Fake Tears | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 16 | Assurance | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 20 | Swagger | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 24 | Sucker Punch | Dark | 70 | 100 | |
| 28 | Torment | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 35 | Dark Pulse | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 40 | Nasty Plot | Dark | — | — | |
| 48 | Play Rough | Fairy | 90 | 90 | |
| 56 | Foul Play | Dark | 95 | 100 | |
| 64 | Hammer Arm | Fighting | 100 | 90 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Grimmsnarl learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet (regardless of level).
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spirit Break | Fairy | 75 | 100 |
Egg moves
Grimmsnarl learns the following moves via breeding or picnics in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Grimmsnarl gen 9 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parting Shot | Dark | — | 100 |
Moves learnt by TM
Grimmsnarl is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
Grimmsnarl sprites
Where to find Grimmsnarl
| Sword Shield |
Lake of Outrage |
|---|---|
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Grimmsnarl questions
Other languages
| English | Grimmsnarl |
|---|---|
| Japanese | オーロンゲ (Ō ronge) |
| German | Olangaar |
| French | Angoliath |
| Italian | Grimmsnarl |
| Spanish | Grimmsnarl |
| Korean | 오롱털 (orongteol) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 长毛巨魔 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 長毛巨魔 |
| English |
Bulk Up Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ビルドアップポケモン |
| German | Muskelaufbau-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Gonflette |
| Italian | Pokémon Granfisico |
| Spanish | Pokémon Voluminoso |
| Korean | 벌크업포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 健美宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 健美寶可夢 |
Name origin
- grim
- unpleasant, ugly
- snarl
- growl with bared teeth


