Obstagoon (#0862) – Stats, Moves, Evolution & Competitive Sets

Base stats

HP93153–200296–390

Atk9085–156166–306

Def10195–168186–331

SpA6058–123112–240

SpD8177–146150–287

Spe9590–161175–317

Total520Higher than 78% of all Pokémon

Ranges: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 3 Def.

Stat calculatorChampions Stat Points & Stat Alignment, or EVs, IVs & nature

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 95). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+161Max147No SP115Min103Scarf241Tailwind322

At max Speed, Obstagoon outspeeds 17 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC, and ties 1.

Others at their most common Speed investment in Champions VGC (Reg M-C · Doubles, Sep 2026); Pokémon holding a Mega Stone are shown as their Mega.

Type matchups

Weak to

Fighting4×Bug2×Fairy2×

Resists

Dark½×

Immune to

Ghost0×Psychic0×

Takes normal damage from 12 types

NormalFlyingPoisonGroundRockSteelFireWaterGrassElectricIceDragon

Abilities

Reckless
Strengthens recoil moves to 1.2× their power.
Guts
Increases Attack to 1.5× with a major status ailment.
DefiantHidden ability
Raises Attack two stages upon having any stat lowered.

Competitive

National DexRU

Not used in the tracked Showdown formats this month.

Evolution

#0263ZigzagoonNormal
1. Level 20#0264LinooneNormal
  1. Level 35 (night)#0862ObstagoonDarkNormal

Moves

Game Sort Type

Level up 22

EvoObstructPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn. If this blocks a contact move, the user has their Defense lowered by 2 stages.DarkStatus—100%10

1Baby-Doll EyesLowers the target’s Attack by one stage.FairyStatus—100%30

1Cross ChopHas an increased chance for a critical hit.FightingPhys10080%5

1LeerLowers the target’s Defense by one stage.NormalStatus—100%30

1LickHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.GhostPhys30100%30

1Night SlashHas an increased chance for a critical hit.DarkPhys70100%15

1ObstructPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn. If this blocks a contact move, the user has their Defense lowered by 2 stages.DarkStatus—100%10

1Pin MissileHits 2-5 times in one turn.BugPhys2595%20

1Sand AttackLowers the target’s accuracy by one stage.GroundStatus—100%15

1SubmissionUser receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.FightingPhys8080%20

1SwitcherooUser and target swap items.DarkStatus—100%10

1TackleInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalPhys40100%35

9SnarlHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Special Attack by one stage.DarkSpec5595%15

12HeadbuttHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.NormalPhys70100%15

15Hone ClawsRaises the user’s Attack and accuracy by one stage.DarkStatus——15

18Fury SwipesHits 2-5 times in one turn.NormalPhys1880%15

23RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5

28Take DownUser receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.NormalPhys9085%20

35Scary FaceLowers the target’s Speed by two stages.NormalStatus—100%10

42CounterInflicts twice the damage the user received from the last physical hit it took.FightingPhys—100%20

49TauntFor the next few turns, the target can only use damaging moves.DarkStatus—100%20

56Double-EdgeUser receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil.NormalPhys120100%15

TM / HM / TR 64

TM00Mega PunchInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalPhys8085%20

TM01Mega KickInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalPhys12075%5

TM03Fire PunchHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FirePhys75100%15

TM04Ice PunchHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IcePhys75100%15

TM05Thunder PunchHas a 10% chance to paralyze the target.ElectricPhys75100%15

TM07Pin MissileHits 2-5 times in one turn.BugPhys2595%20

TM08Hyper BeamUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalSpec15090%5

TM09Giga ImpactUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalPhys15090%5

TM14Thunder WaveParalyzes the target.ElectricStatus—90%20

TM15DigUser digs underground, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.GroundPhys80100%10

TM16ScreechLowers the target’s Defense by two stages.NormalStatus—85%40

TM21RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5

TM23ThiefTakes the target’s item.DarkPhys60100%25

TM24SnoreHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalSpec50100%15

TM25ProtectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10

TM26Scary FaceLowers the target’s Speed by two stages.NormalStatus—100%10

TM27Icy WindHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.IceSpec5595%15

TM31AttractTarget falls in love if it has the opposite gender, and has a 50% chance to refuse attacking the user.NormalStatus—100%15

TM33Rain DanceChanges the weather to rain for five turns.WaterStatus——5

TM34Sunny DayChanges the weather to sunny for five turns.FireStatus——5

TM36WhirlpoolPrevents the target from leaving battle and inflicts 1/16 its max HP in damage for 2-5 turns.WaterSpec3585%15

TM39FacadePower doubles if user is burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.NormalPhys70100%20

TM40SwiftNever misses.NormalSpec60—20

TM41Helping HandAlly’s next move inflicts half more damage.NormalStatus——20

TM42RevengeInflicts double damage if the user takes damage before attacking this turn.FightingPhys60100%10

TM43Brick BreakDestroys Reflect and Light Screen.FightingPhys75100%15

TM47Fake TearsLowers the target’s Special Defense by two stages.DarkStatus—100%20

TM53Mud ShotHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.GroundSpec5595%15

TM57PaybackPower is doubled if the target has already moved this turn.DarkPhys50100%10

TM58AssurancePower is doubled if the target has already received damage this turn.DarkPhys60100%10

TM59FlingThrows held item at the target; power depends on the item.DarkPhys—100%10

TM65Shadow ClawHas an increased chance for a critical hit.GhostPhys70100%15

TM73Cross PoisonHas an increased chance for a critical hit and a 10% chance to poison the target.PoisonPhys70100%20

TM76RoundHas double power if it’s used more than once per turn.NormalSpec60100%15

TM79RetaliateHas double power if a friendly Pokémon fainted last turn.NormalPhys70100%5

TM85SnarlHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Special Attack by one stage.DarkSpec5595%15

TM98Stomping TantrumHas double power if the user’s last move failed.GroundPhys75100%10

TR01Body SlamHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.NormalPhys85100%15

TR04SurfInflicts regular damage and can hit Dive users.WaterSpec90100%15

TR05Ice BeamHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IceSpec90100%10

TR06BlizzardHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IceSpec11070%5

TR07Low KickInflicts more damage to heavier targets, with a maximum of 120 power.FightingPhys—100%20

TR08ThunderboltHas a 10% chance to paralyze the target.ElectricSpec90100%15

TR09ThunderHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.ElectricSpec11070%10

TR13Focus EnergyIncreases the user’s chance to score a critical hit.NormalStatus——30

TR20SubstituteTransfers 1/4 of the user’s max HP into a doll, protecting the user from further damage or status changes until it breaks.NormalStatus——10

TR21ReversalInflicts more damage when the user has less HP remaining, with a maximum of 200 power.FightingPhys—100%15

TR26EndurePrevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.NormalStatus——10

TR27Sleep TalkRandomly uses one of the user’s other three moves. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalStatus——10

TR31Iron TailHas a 30% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.SteelPhys10075%15

TR33Shadow BallHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.GhostSpec80100%15

TR37TauntFor the next few turns, the target can only use damaging moves.DarkStatus—100%20

TR38TrickUser and target swap items.PsychicStatus—100%10

TR42Hyper VoiceInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalSpec90100%10

TR46Iron DefenseRaises the user’s Defense by two stages.SteelStatus——15

TR48Bulk UpRaises the user’s Attack and Defense by one stage.FightingStatus——20

TR53Close CombatLowers the user’s Defense and Special Defense by one stage after inflicting damage.FightingPhys120100%5

TR59Seed BombInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.GrassPhys80100%15

TR60X-ScissorInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.BugPhys80100%15

TR73Gunk ShotHas a 30% chance to poison the target.PoisonPhys12080%5

TR77Grass KnotInflicts more damage to heavier targets, with a maximum of 120 power.GrassSpec—100%20

TR85Work UpRaises the user’s Attack and Special Attack by one stage each.NormalStatus——30

TR95Throat ChopPrevents the target from using sound-based moves for two turns.DarkPhys80100%15

TR99Body PressDamage is calculated using the user's Defense stat as its Attack, including stat stage changes.FightingPhys80100%10

Tutor 1

TutorLash OutPower doubles if the user had a stat stage lowered this turn.DarkPhys75100%5

Pokédex entries

Category: Blocking Pokémon
Debut: Galar · Sword & Shield
Color: Gray
Shape
Habitat: —

Galar#033Crown Tundra#073

It evolved after experiencing numerous fights. While crossing its arms, it lets out a shout that would make any opponent flinch.
Shield
Its voice is staggering in volume. Obstagoon has a tendency to take on a threatening posture and shout—this move is known as Obstruct.
Sword

Names around the world

Japanese: タチフサグマ
Japanese (romaji): Tachifusaguma
Korean: 가로막구리
Chinese (Traditional): 堵攔熊
Chinese (Simplified): 堵拦熊
French: Ixon
German: Barrikadax
Spanish: Obstagoon
Italian: Obstagoon

Sprites

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Official artwork

3D models

Generation VIII · animated models

Training

EV yield: 3 Def
Catch rate: 45 ≈5.9% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship: 50
Base experience: 260
Growth rate: Medium

Breeding

Egg groups: Field
Gender: ♂ 50%♀ 50%
Hatch time: 15 egg cycles ≈4,080 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Shield: The Crown Tundra 8 areas

Ballimere LakeSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 68
Frigid Sea (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Frostpoint Field (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Giant's BedSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 65
Giant's Bed (Max Den L)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Giant's Foot (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65
Snowslide Slope (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60

Sword: The Crown Tundra 8 areas

Ballimere LakeSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 68
Frigid Sea (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Frostpoint Field (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Giant's BedSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 65
Giant's Bed (Max Den L)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Giant's Foot (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65
Snowslide Slope (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60

Shield 8 areas

Bridge FieldSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 65
Bridge Field (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
Dusty Bowl (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
Giant's Mirror (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
Lake of OutrageWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 50–60
Route 2 (Lakeside)Static encounter · Lv 50
Stony Wilderness (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
West Lake Axewell (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60

Sword 8 areas

Bridge FieldSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 65
Bridge Field (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
Dusty Bowl (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
Giant's Mirror (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
Lake of OutrageWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 50–60
Route 2 (Lakeside)Static encounter · Lv 50
Stony Wilderness (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
West Lake Axewell (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60