Sobble
Sobble is a Water type Pokémon introduced in Generation 8.
Sobble is one of the First Partner Pokémon
available in Pokémon Sword & Shield along with Grookey and Scorbunny. It appears to be based on a chameleon. It has a fin on its head and a curled-up tail.
Sobble is a somewhat timid Pokémon. When it touches water, its body changes its pattern and color, allowing it to blend into its surroundings. Sobble's tears are capable of making others cry.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0816 |
|---|---|
| Type | Water |
| Species | Water Lizard Pokémon |
| Height | 0.3 m (1′00″) |
| Weight | 4.0 kg (8.8 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Torrent Sniper (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0007 (Sword/Shield) 0233 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 1 Sp. Def, 1 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 62 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Field, Water 1 |
|---|---|
| Gender | 87.5% male, 12.5% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 50 | 210 | 304 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 40 | 76 | 196 | |
| Defense | 40 | 76 | 196 | |
| Sp. Atk | 70 | 130 | 262 | |
| Sp. Def | 40 | 76 | 196 | |
| Speed | 70 | 130 | 262 | |
| Total | 310 | 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
| Sword | When scared, this Pokémon cries. Its tears pack the chemical punch of 100 onions, and attackers won’t be able to resist weeping. |
|---|---|
| Shield | When it gets wet, its skin changes color, and this Pokémon becomes invisible as if it were camouflaged. |
Moves learned by Sobble
Moves learnt by level up
Sobble does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Sobble cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Sobble learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Growl | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Pound | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 6 | Water Gun | Water | 40 | 100 | |
| 8 | Bind | Normal | 15 | 85 | |
| 12 | Water Pulse | Water | 60 | 100 | |
| 17 | Tearful Look | Normal | — | — | |
| 20 | Sucker Punch | Dark | 70 | 100 | |
| 24 | U-turn | Bug | 70 | 100 | |
| 28 | Liquidation | Water | 85 | 100 | |
| 32 | Soak | Water | — | 100 | |
| 36 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — |
Egg moves
Sobble learns the following moves via breeding or picnics in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Sobble gen 9 learnset page.
Moves learnt by TM
Sobble is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
| 07 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 11 | Water Pulse | Water | 60 | 100 | |
| 22 | Chilling Water | Water | 50 | 100 | |
| 25 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 32 | Swift | Normal | 60 | ∞ | |
| 35 | Mud Shot | Ground | 55 | 95 | |
| 47 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 50 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 60 | U-turn | Bug | 70 | 100 | |
| 70 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 74 | Reflect | Psychic | — | — | |
| 75 | Light Screen | Psychic | — | — | |
| 77 | Waterfall | Water | 80 | 100 | |
| 85 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 103 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 110 | Liquidation | Water | 85 | 100 | |
| 123 | Surf | Water | 90 | 100 | |
| 142 | Hydro Pump | Water | 110 | 80 | |
| 145 | Water Pledge | Water | 80 | 100 | |
| 171 | Tera Blast | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
| 174 | Haze | Ice | — | — | |
| 193 | Weather Ball | Normal | 50 | 100 | |
| 208 | Whirlpool | Water | 35 | 85 | |
| 209 | Muddy Water | Water | 90 | 85 |
Sobble sprites
Where to find Sobble
| Sword Shield |
Trade/migrate from another game |
|---|---|
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Sobble questions
Other languages
| English | Sobble |
|---|---|
| Japanese | メッソン (Messon) |
| German | Memmeon |
| French | Larméléon |
| Italian | Sobble |
| Spanish | Sobble |
| Korean | 울머기 (ulmeogi) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 泪眼蜥 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 淚眼蜥 |
| English |
Water Lizard Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | みずとかげポケモン |
| German | Wasserechsen-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Lézard’Eau |
| Italian | Pokémon Acquacertola |
| Spanish | Pokémon Acuartija |
| Korean | 물도마뱀포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 水蜥宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 水蜥寶可夢 |
Name origin
- sob
- to cry
- bubble
- liquid sphere


