Zigzagoon
Zigzagoon is a Normal type Pokémon introduced in Generation 3.
Zigzagoon has a Galarian Form, introduced in Pokémon Sword/Shield, which evolves into Galarian Linoone and then Obstagoon.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0263 |
|---|---|
| Type | Normal |
| Species | TinyRaccoon Pokémon |
| Height | 0.4 m (1′04″) |
| Weight | 17.5 kg (38.6 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Pickup 2. Gluttony Quick Feet (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0012 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 0012 (X/Y — Central Kalos) 0012 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) 0031 (Sword/Shield) 0071 (The Crown Tundra) |
Training
| EV yield | 1 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 255 (33.3% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 56 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Field |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 15 (3,599–3,855 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 38 | 186 | 280 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 30 | 58 | 174 | |
| Defense | 41 | 78 | 199 | |
| Sp. Atk | 30 | 58 | 174 | |
| Sp. Def | 41 | 78 | 199 | |
| Speed | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Total | 240 | 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.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0263 |
|---|---|
| Type | Dark Normal |
| Species | Tiny Raccoon Pokémon |
| Height | 0.4 m (1′04″) |
| Weight | 17.5 kg (38.6 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Pickup 2. Gluttony Quick Feet (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0012 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 0012 (X/Y — Central Kalos) 0012 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) 0031 (Sword/Shield) 0071 (The Crown Tundra) |
Training
| EV yield | 1 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 255 (33.3% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 56 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Field |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 15 (3,599–3,855 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 38 | 186 | 280 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 30 | 58 | 174 | |
| Defense | 41 | 78 | 199 | |
| Sp. Atk | 30 | 58 | 174 | |
| Sp. Def | 41 | 78 | 199 | |
| Speed | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Total | 240 | 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
Zigzagoon changes
- In Generation 3, Zigzagoon does not have the Gluttony ability.
- In Generations 3-4, Zigzagoon has a base experience yield of 60.
- In Generations 5-6, Zigzagoon has a base experience yield of 48.
- In Generations 3-7, Zigzagoon has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
Zigzagoon
| Ruby | ZIGZAGOON restlessly wanders everywhere at all times. This POKéMON does so because it is very curious. It becomes interested in anything that it happens to see. |
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| Sapphire | The hair on ZIGZAGOON’s back is bristly. It rubs the hard back hair against trees to leave its territorial markings. This POKéMON may play dead to fool foes in battle. |
| FireRed LeafGreen |
A POKéMON with abundant curiosity. It shows an interest in everything, so it always zigs and zags. |
| Emerald | Rubbing its nose against the ground, it always wanders about back and forth in search of something. It is distinguished by the zigzag footprints it leaves. |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
It walks in zigzag fashion. It is good at finding items in the grass and even in the ground. |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
It gets interested in everything, which is why it zigs and zags. It is good at finding items. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
It walks in zigzag fashion. It is good at finding items in the grass and even in the ground. |
| X | It walks in zigzag fashion. It’s good at finding items in the grass and even in the ground. |
| Y | A Pokémon with abundant curiosity. It shows an interest in everything, so it always zigzags. |
| Omega Ruby | Zigzagoon restlessly wanders everywhere at all times. This Pokémon does so because it is very curious. It becomes interested in anything that it happens to see. |
| Alpha Sapphire | The hair on Zigzagoon’s back is bristly. It rubs the hard back hair against trees to leave its territorial markings. This Pokémon may play dead to fool foes in battle. |
| Sword | It marks its territory by rubbing its bristly fur on trees. This variety of Zigzagoon is friendlier and calmer than the kind native to Galar. |
| Shield | Zigzagoon that adapted to regions outside Galar acquired this appearance. If you’ve lost something, this Pokémon can likely find it. |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
It walks in zigzag fashion. It’s good at finding items in the grass and even in the ground. |
Galarian Zigzagoon
| Sword | Its restlessness has it constantly running around. If it sees another Pokémon, it will purposely run into them in order to start a fight. |
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| Shield | Thought to be the oldest form of Zigzagoon, it moves in zigzags and wreaks havoc upon its surroundings. |
Moves learned by Zigzagoon
Moves learnt by level up
Zigzagoon does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Zigzagoon does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Zigzagoon cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Zigzagoon learns the following moves in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Growl | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 3 | Sand Attack | Ground | — | 100 | |
| 6 | Tail Whip | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 9 | Covet | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
| 12 | Headbutt | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 15 | Baby-Doll Eyes | Fairy | — | 100 | |
| 18 | Pin Missile | Bug | 25 | 95 | |
| 21 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 24 | Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
| 27 | Fling | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 30 | Flail | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 33 | Belly Drum | Normal | — | — | |
| 36 | Double-Edge | Normal | 120 | 100 |
Egg moves
Zigzagoon learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Zigzagoon gen 8 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charm | Fairy | — | 100 | |
| Extreme Speed | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
| Helping Hand | Normal | — | — | |
| Mud-Slap | Ground | 20 | 100 | |
| Simple Beam | Normal | — | 100 | |
| Tickle | Normal | — | 100 | |
| Trick | Psychic | — | 100 |
Moves learnt by TM
Zigzagoon is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 | Water Pulse | Water | 60 | 100 | |
| 10 | Work Up | Normal | — | — | |
| 11 | Sunny Day | Fire | — | — | |
| 13 | Ice Beam | Ice | 90 | 100 | |
| 14 | Blizzard | Ice | 110 | 70 | |
| 17 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 18 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 23 | Iron Tail | Steel | 100 | 75 | |
| 24 | Thunderbolt | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
| 25 | Thunder | Electric | 110 | 70 | |
| 28 | Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | |
| 30 | Shadow Ball | Ghost | 80 | 100 | |
| 32 | Double Team | Normal | — | — | |
| 34 | Shock Wave | Electric | 60 | ∞ | |
| 42 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 44 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 45 | Attract | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 46 | Thief | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 56 | Fling | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 57 | Charge Beam | Electric | 50 | 90 | |
| 58 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 73 | Thunder Wave | Electric | — | 90 | |
| 82 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 86 | Grass Knot | Grass | — | 100 | |
| 87 | Swagger | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 90 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 93 | Cut | Normal | 50 | 95 | |
| 95 | Surf | Water | 90 | 100 | |
| 98 | Rock Smash | Fighting | 40 | 100 |
Zigzagoon sprites
| Type | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
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Where to find Zigzagoon
| Ruby Sapphire |
Route 101, 102, 103, 104, 110, 116, 117, 118, 119, 120, 121, 123, Petalburg Woods |
|---|---|
| FireRed LeafGreen |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Emerald | Route 101, 102, 103, 118, 119 |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
Route 202 |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Bell Tower, Burned Tower, Sprout Tower |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| X Y |
Route 2 |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Route 101, 102, 103, 104, 110, 116, 117, Petalburg Woods |
| Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield |
Route 2, 3, Bridge Field, Giant's Cap, Stony Wilderness |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Route 202, Spacious Cave, Rocky Cave, Big Bluff Cavern |
| Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Zigzagoon questions
- Which "Annoying Woodland Creature" is the strongest?
- Headbutt hit Honedge??
- How do I soft reset for a ExtremeSpeed Zigzagoon using Pokemon Box?
- Will this kind of battle ever end?
- What is a good LC moveset for Zigzagoon?
- Why was Zigzagoon banned in RS LC?
- Are there any gift Pokemon you get for filling boxes aside from Extreme Speed Zigzagoon?
- How do EV calculations work?
- What is a good LC moveset for Galarian Zigzagoon?
- What are the odd of the Zigzagoon chasing Prof Birch in R/S/E holding an Oran Berry?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
| English | Zigzagoon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ジグザグマ (Jiguzaguma) |
| German | Zigzachs |
| French | Zigzaton |
| Italian | Zigzagoon |
| Spanish | Zigzagoon |
| Korean | 지그제구리 (jigeujeguri) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 蛇纹熊 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 蛇紋熊 |
| English |
TinyRaccoon Pokémon Tiny Raccoon Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | まめだぬきポケモン |
| German | Kleindachs-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Petit Raton |
| Italian | Pokémon Procione |
| Spanish | Pokémon Mapachito |
| Korean | 앙증너구리포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 豆狸宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 豆貍寶可夢 |
Name origin
- zigzag
- line that sharply weaves back and forth
- raccoon
- a small nocturnal carnivore




