Type matchups
Damage Igglybuff takes from each attacking type.
As a Normal/Fairy type, Igglybuff has 2 weaknesses, 2 resistances and 2 immunities, fewer than the average Pokémon's 3.3 weaknesses. 4 other Pokémon share the Normal/Fairy typing.
Base stats
- HP
- 90
- Attack
- 30
- Defense
- 15
- Sp. Atk
- 40
- Sp. Def
- 20
- Speed
- 15
- Total
- 210
Igglybuff has a base stat total of 210, higher than 2% of Pokémon. Its best stat is HP (90). With Sp. Atk (40) well above Attack (30), it works best as a special attacker. At 15 Speed it is slower than most Pokémon, which suits Trick Room teams. With 90 HP, 15 Defense and 20 Sp. Def it is frail and holds up better against special hits.
Igglybuff can have the abilities Cute Charm, Competitive and Friend Guard.
How to beat Igglybuff
Igglybuff takes 2× damage from Poison and Steel moves, so lead with those.
Avoid relying on attacks it shrugs off: Ghost and Dragon moves have no effect on it and Bug and Dark moves are resisted.
Good counters: Crowned Zacian hits for 2× with Steel-type STAB and resists its Normal and Fairy moves. Solgaleo hits for 2× with Steel-type STAB and resists its Normal and Fairy moves. Dusk Necrozma hits for 2× with Steel-type STAB and resists its Normal and Fairy moves.
Evolution
Igglybuff is the first stage of a 3-stage line (Igglybuff → Jigglypuff → Wigglytuff) and evolves into Jigglypuff.
Best counters to Igglybuff
Other Normal/Fairy Pokémon
Frequently asked questions
What is Igglybuff weak to?
As a Normal/Fairy type, Igglybuff takes super-effective damage from Poison and Steel moves.
What is Igglybuff resistant to?
Igglybuff resists Bug and Dark moves. It is immune to Ghost and Dragon.
What are the best counters to Igglybuff?
Strong type-based picks include Crowned Zacian, Solgaleo and Dusk Necrozma, which hit Igglybuff with super-effective attacks.