muk-alola #10113
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muk-alola
Generation I · #10113 — Sludge Pokémon
Alolan Muk is the regional variant of the original Poison-type Muk, adapted to thrive in the tropical environment of the Alola region. First introduced in Generation VII, this Poison/Dark-type Pokémon maintains the same National Pokédex number (#089) while representing a significant evolutionary shift from its Kanto ancestor. Standing at 1.0 meters tall and weighing 52.0 kilograms, Alolan Muk is notably more compact than standard Muk, though it retains the same base stat total of 500. The addition of the Dark typing fundamentally alters its competitive viability and ecological niche, transforming it from a pure Poison hazard into a genuinely threatening presence on the battlefield. Its ability to learn and utilize Dark-type moves alongside its Poison arsenal makes it a far more versatile threat than its predecessor, while maintaining the same signature toxicity that defines the Muk line.
Base Stats
Height
1.0m
Weight
52.0kg
Category
Sludge Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
purple
Shape
arms
Habitat
urban
Abilities
Has a 30% chance of poisoning target Pokémon upon contact.
Makes the Pokémon eat any held Berry triggered by low HP below 1/2 its max HP.
When an ally faints, this Pokémon gains its Ability.
Muk-alola Biology & Physical Characteristics
Alolan Muk's physical form represents a remarkable adaptation to Alola's unique ecosystem. Rather than the traditional purple sludge of standard Muk, Alolan Muk exhibits a striking mixture of purple and black coloration, with its body appearing more densely composed and viscous than its Kantonian counterpart. The inclusion of Dark-type energy within its cellular structure has caused a dramatic shift in its biochemical composition, resulting in a more concentrated and potent form of sludge. Like all Muk, it possesses a large, gaping mouth with a gray tongue and strands of ooze, along with two arms featuring three fingers each, though its overall frame is more compact. The Dark-type energy infused throughout its body gives off an almost oil-like sheen, distinguishing it visually from standard Muk at first glance. Its toxins remain incredibly potent—perhaps even more dangerous than those of its Kantonian relative—with the added property of absorbing and manifesting Dark-type energy, making contact with this Pokémon an exceptionally hazardous proposition.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Muk-alola Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Alolan Muk maintains the same gender ratio as its standard form and virtually all Pokémon in the Amorphous egg group, with an equal 50% male to 50% female distribution. This balanced gender ratio makes breeding Alolan Muk relatively straightforward for players seeking to obtain multiple specimens or train competitive individuals. When breeding two Alolan Muk together or breeding an Alolan Muk with a standard Muk, the offspring will inherit the parent's regional form based on the mother's type, with Alolan Grimer produced when the mother is Alolan Muk. The Amorphous egg group classification reflects Muk's gelatinous, formless nature, grouping it with other blob-like Pokémon such as Grimer, Koffing, and Weezing. Both forms of Muk share a base happiness of 70 and hatch counter of 20 cycles (approximately 4,884-5,140 steps), making breeding timeframes consistent between standard and Alolan variants. Interestingly, Alolan Muk cannot breed with Pokémon outside the Amorphous egg group, limiting breeding partners to species sharing this classification, which reflects the Pokédex's categorization of these creatures as fundamentally different entities despite their shared evolutionary origin.
Held Items
Sprites
Held Items
black-sludge
held-items
Held: Poison-type holder recovers 1/16 (6.25%) max HP each turn. Non-Poison-Types take 1/8 (12.5%) max HP damage.
Cost: 4000
black-sludge
held-items
Held: Poison-type holder recovers 1/16 (6.25%) max HP each turn. Non-Poison-Types take 1/8 (12.5%) max HP damage.
Cost: 4000
black-sludge
held-items
Held: Poison-type holder recovers 1/16 (6.25%) max HP each turn. Non-Poison-Types take 1/8 (12.5%) max HP damage.
Cost: 4000
black-sludge
held-items
Held: Poison-type holder recovers 1/16 (6.25%) max HP each turn. Non-Poison-Types take 1/8 (12.5%) max HP damage.
Cost: 4000
TMs & HMs
tm01
platinum
tm01
emerald
tm01
diamond pearl
tm01
firered leafgreen
tm01
ruby sapphire
tm01
xd
tm01
colosseum
tm01
heartgold soulsilver
tm01
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm02
crystal
tm02
gold silver
tm02
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm03
crystal
tm03
gold silver
tm03
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm03
sword shield
tm04
sword shield
tm05
sword shield
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm06
yellow
+836 more TMs/HMs
Muk-alola Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Alolan Muk evolves from Alolan Grimer at level 38, a parallel evolutionary path to standard Muk's own development from regular Grimer. The transformation from Grimer to Muk in Alola represents a fundamental change in the Pokémon's physical form, with the adolescent Grimer's smaller frame coalescing into the larger, more unified mass of mature Muk. While Alolan Grimer begins as a more slender, Dark-tinged variant of standard Grimer, upon reaching level 38 it undergoes a dramatic transformation, accumulating additional sludge and Dark-type energy that consolidates its mass into the distinctive form of Alolan Muk. The evolutionary process brings with it a slight reduction in height compared to standard Muk, from 1.2 to 1.0 meters, though the weight remains consistent at 52.0 kilograms, suggesting a denser, more compressed composition. Base stat totals remain identical at 500 across both forms, with Alolan Muk retaining the same HP (105), Attack (105), and Special Defense (100) values, though the type change provides different competitive advantages. Notably, Alolan Muk has no further evolutionary stages or Mega Evolution forms, representing the final form in its evolutionary line.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Muk-alola Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Alolan Muk has adapted to thrive in the polluted coastal regions and industrialized areas of Alola, showing a particular preference for accumulating in harbors and waste disposal sites where industrial sludge and refuse gather. Unlike its Kantonian cousin, which prefers stagnant freshwater environments, Alolan Muk has evolved to inhabit saltwater-adjacent areas and thrives in environments contaminated with both organic waste and industrial pollutants. The Pokédex entries from the original Muk describe how they gather in smelly areas where sludge accumulates, and Alolan Muk exhibits this same behavior but with a marked preference for locations with higher mineral and Dark-type energy concentrations. These creatures are solitary by nature but can be found in small clusters around major pollution hotspots. Their gluttonous nature is reflected in their ability to consume virtually any form of waste or discarded material, using their environment as both home and food source. Alolan Muk's interaction with its surroundings is far more aggressive than standard Muk, actively seeking out and consuming materials that contain Dark-type essence, which sustains and strengthens them.
Pokedex Entries
Generation I
Thickly covered with a filthy, vile sludge. It is so toxic, even its footprints contain poison.
Smells so awful, it can cause fainting. Through degeneration, it lost its sense of smell.
Generation II
They love to gath er in smelly areas where sludge ac cumulates, making the stench around them worse.
Its body is made of a powerful poi son. Touching it accidentally will cause a fever that requires bed rest.
As it moves, a very strong poison leaks from it, making the ground there barren for three years.
Generation III
From MUK’s body seeps a foul fluid that gives off a nose-bendingly horrible stench. Just one drop of this POKéMON’s body fluid can turn a pool stagnant and rancid.
This POKéMON’s favorite food is anything that is repugnantly filthy. In dirty towns where people think nothing of throwing away litter on the streets, MUK are certain to gather.
It prefers warm and humid habitats. In the summertime, the toxic substances in its body intensify, making MUK reek like putrid kitchen garbage.
It is usually undetectable because it blends in with the ground. Touching it can cause terrible poisoning.
Thickly covered with a filthy, vile sludge. It is so toxic, even its footprints contain poison.
Generation IV
A toxic fluid seeps from its body. The fluid instantly kills plants and trees on contact.
They love to gather in smelly areas where sludge accumulates, making the stench around them worse.
Its body is made of a powerful poison. Touching it accidentally will cause a fever that requires bed rest.
Generation V
A toxic fluid seeps from its body. The fluid instantly kills plants and trees on contact.
It’s so stinky! Muk’s body contains toxic elements, and any plant will wilt when it passes by.
Generation VI
They love to gather in smelly areas where sludge accumulates, making the stench around them worse.
A toxic fluid seeps from its body. The fluid instantly kills plants and trees on contact.
From Muk’s body seeps a foul fluid that gives off a nose-bendingly horrible stench. Just one drop of this Pokémon’s body fluid can turn a pool stagnant and rancid.
This Pokémon’s favorite food is anything that is repugnantly filthy. In dirty towns where people think nothing of throwing away litter on the streets, Muk are certain to gather.
Generation VII
The stench it gives off will make your nose scrunch up. Still, there are Muk fans who think that’s a good thing.
Their food sources have decreased, and their numbers have declined sharply. Sludge ponds are being built to prevent their extinction.
After recent environmental improvements, this Pokémon is now hardly seen at all. People speculate that it may go extinct at some point.
Because they scatter germs everywhere, they’ve long been targeted for extermination, leading to a steep decline in their population.
Smells so awful, it can cause fainting. Through degeneration of its nose, it lost its sense of smell.
Muk-alola Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The design of Alolan Muk reflects a careful consideration of how a sludge-based Pokémon would adapt to Alola's unique environment, with the Dark-type coloration suggesting absorption of both literal pollutants and metaphorical corruption. The name remains unchanged from standard Muk, derived from the English word 'muck,' though the Alolan variant's darker appearance and personality suggest additional influence from words related to darkness and filth. In Japanese, both forms share the name ベトベトン (Betbeton), which itself comes from ベトベタ (betbeta), meaning sticky or slimy, with the suffix -n often denoting maturity or adulthood. The visual distinction between standard Muk and Alolan Muk serves a narrative purpose—the addition of Dark-type energy and the purple-black coloration suggest environmental corruption and the accumulation of darker, more sinister pollutants compared to the relatively 'clean' purple sludge of standard Muk. This design philosophy aligns with the Alola region's theme of regional variants representing different evolutionary paths shaped by environmental pressures, with Alolan Muk representing the darker, more aggressive end of the Muk evolutionary spectrum.
Learnable Moves
Muk-alola can learn 97 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| acid armor | poison | Status | — | — | 20 |
| acid spray | poison | Special | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| belch | poison | Special | 120 | 90 | 10 |
| bite | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| block | normal | Status | — | — | 5 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| brick break | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| brutal swing | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| crunch | dark | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| curse | ghost | Status | — | — | 10 |
| dark pulse | dark | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| disable | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| drain punch | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| embargo | dark | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| explosion | normal | Physical | 250 | 100 | 5 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fire blast | fire | Special | 110 | 85 | 5 |
| fire punch | fire | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| flamethrower | fire | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| focus blast | fighting | Special | 120 | 70 | 5 |
| focus punch | fighting | Physical | 150 | 100 | 20 |
| foul play | dark | Physical | 95 | 100 | 15 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| gastro acid | poison | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| giga drain | grass | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| gunk shot | poison | Physical | 120 | 80 | 5 |
| harden | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| haze | ice | Status | — | — | 30 |
| headbutt | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hex | ghost | Special | 65 | 100 | 10 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| ice punch | ice | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| imprison | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| infestation | bug | Special | 20 | 100 | 20 |
| knock off | dark | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| lash out | dark | Physical | 75 | 100 | 5 |
| mega drain | grass | Special | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| memento | dark | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| metronome | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| minimize | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| moonblast | fairy | Special | 95 | 100 | 15 |
| mud shot | ground | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| mud slap | ground | Special | 20 | 100 | 10 |
| pain split | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| payback | dark | Physical | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| poison fang | poison | Physical | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| poison gas | poison | Status | — | 90 | 40 |
| poison jab | poison | Physical | 80 | 100 | 20 |
| pound | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| quash | dark | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| recycle | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| rock polish | rock | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rock slide | rock | Physical | 75 | 90 | 10 |
| rock tomb | rock | Physical | 60 | 95 | 15 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| sandstorm | rock | Status | — | — | 10 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| screech | normal | Status | — | 85 | 40 |
| self destruct | normal | Physical | 200 | 100 | 5 |
| shadow ball | ghost | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| shock wave | electric | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sludge bomb | poison | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| sludge wave | poison | Special | 95 | 100 | 10 |
| snarl | dark | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| spite | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| stone edge | rock | Physical | 100 | 80 | 5 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| swift | normal | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| taunt | dark | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| thief | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| thunder | electric | Special | 110 | 70 | 10 |
| thunder punch | electric | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| thunderbolt | electric | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| torment | dark | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| venom drench | poison | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| venoshock | poison | Special | 65 | 100 | 10 |
| zen headbutt | psychic | Physical | 80 | 90 | 15 |
Muk-alola Competitive Battle Guide
Alolan Muk's competitive viability is dramatically enhanced by its Poison/Dark typing compared to standard Muk's pure Poison classification, providing valuable resistances and the ability to leverage Dark-type moves alongside its toxic arsenal. The base stat distribution of 105 HP, 105 Attack, 75 Defense, 65 Special Attack, 100 Special Defense, and 50 Speed gives Alolan Muk a respectable physical attack stat paired with solid durability. Its ability Poison Touch provides a 30% chance of poisoning opponents on contact, creating passive damage accumulation in longer battles, while Gluttony allows it to consume held Berries when its health drops below 50% maximum HP, providing tactical flexibility in itemization. The hidden ability Power of Alchemy is particularly noteworthy, allowing Alolan Muk to inherit an ally's ability when that ally faints, enabling creative team synergies and unexpected defensive switches. However, Alolan Muk's low Speed stat of 50 means it requires careful team support or held items like Choice Scarf to function effectively in the fast-paced competitive meta. Its Dark typing grants resistance to Ghost and Dark-type moves while adding weaknesses to Ground and Fighting types, making team composition critical for addressing these vulnerabilities. In competitive formats, Alolan Muk functions best as a physical wall or mixed attacker, using moves like Sludge Bomb, Crunch, and Poison Powder to pressure opponents while leveraging its typing to absorb common threats.
Commonly Asked Questions About Muk-alola
What type is Muk-alola?
Muk-alola is a poison and dark type Pokemon.
What does Muk-alola evolve into?
Muk-alola does not evolve into any other Pokemon. It is the final form in its evolution line.
What are Muk-alola's weaknesses?
Muk-alola is weak to ground type moves.
Muk-alola Cultural Impact & Franchise History
While Alolan Muk has not achieved the iconic status of some other Alolan variants like Alolan Raichu or Alolan Exeggutor, it represents an important design philosophy shift in the Pokémon franchise toward regional variants that fundamentally reimagine beloved Generation I Pokémon. The introduction of Alolan Muk in Pokémon Sun and Moon resonated with players who appreciated the darker, more threatening reimagining of the traditionally comedic Muk, elevating the species from novelty Pokémon to genuine competitive threat. The design's incorporation of Dark-type energy reflects broader themes in Generation VII about environmental adaptation and the influence of regional ecosystems on Pokémon evolution, contributing to the Alola region's overarching narrative about diversity and change. In the Alola region's cultural context, Alolan Muk serves as a representation of the environmental challenges facing island ecosystems, with its prevalence in polluted harbors and waste sites making it a symbol of industrialization's darker aspects. Fan communities have embraced Alolan Muk's more aggressive personality compared to standard Muk, appreciating both its improved competitive viability and its thematic connection to environmental concerns. The Pokémon's appearance in various trading card sets and promotional materials has solidified its place in the broader Pokémon canon, even if it remains somewhat overshadowed by flashier regional variants.
Where to Find Muk-alola in Every Pokémon Game
Alolan Muk is available in Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon, where it can be caught in the Alola region's coastal areas or obtained by evolving Alolan Grimer at level 38. In Generation VII's original games, Alolan Grimer and Muk are found in various polluted locations including harbors and industrial areas, with their presence tied to the region's environmental storytelling. The species became available in subsequent generations through various methods including Pokémon Bank transfers and the introduction of HOME compatibility, allowing players from later games to obtain this regional variant. In Pokémon Sword and Shield's Expansion Pass, Alolan Muk appears in the Isle of Armor and Crown Tundra DLC areas, expanding its availability to the Galar region's Pokédex. Most notably, Alolan Muk is available in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, where it appears in the Paldea region and can be encountered in the wild or trained through traditional methods. The Pokémon is also featured in Pokémon Legends: Arceus and has appeared in multiple Pokémon GO events as a regional variant exclusive to players in the Alola region or during special events. Additionally, Alolan Muk appears in Blueberry Academy's Terarium in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's The Indigo Disk DLC, further cementing its availability across modern generation games. The species' presence in Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu and Eevee also provides access points for players seeking this variant on Nintendo Switch.