What is Pangoro weak to?

Pangoro is weak to fighting, flying, psychic, fairy type moves.

What does Pangoro evolve into?

Pangoro evolved from pancham. It is the final evolution.

Where can you find Pangoro?

Pangoro can be found in alola route 11, alola route 10, alola route 17.

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Fighting

Dark

Type Matchups

Weak to (2x damage):

Fighting

Flying

Psychic

Fairy

Resistant to (½x damage):

Rock

Ghost

Dark

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Q: What type is Pangoro?

Pangoro is a fighting and dark type Pokémon.

Generation VI · #0675 — Daunting Pokémon

Pangoro, known as the Daunting Pokémon, is a Fighting/Dark-type introduced in Generation VI with a National Pokédex number of #675. Standing at an imposing 2.1 meters tall and weighing 136 kilograms, this dual-type powerhouse represents the evolved form of Pancham and serves as a testament to the strength that comes from proper guidance and companionship. With a base stat total of 495, Pangoro's most notable attribute is its exceptional Attack stat of 124, making it one of the more formidable physical attackers in its generation. Its abilities—Iron Fist, Mold Breaker, and the hidden ability Scrappy—provide versatile options for trainers seeking to maximize their team's effectiveness in battle. The temperament of Pangoro is as distinctive as its appearance, embodying a contradiction that defines its character. Despite possessing a volatile and cantankerous nature that makes it quick to anger and prone to settling disputes through physical confrontation, Pangoro demonstrates a strong moral compass when it comes to defending the weak. This Pokémon refuses to tolerate bullying and shows genuine kindness toward those it considers companions, making it a respected figure among trainers who value both strength and character. The Pokédex entries across multiple games consistently emphasize Pangoro's incredible physical prowess, with accounts of it being capable of snapping telephone poles and reducing dump trucks to scrap metal with a single punch.

Base Stats

HP95

Attack124

Defense78

Sp. Atk69

Sp. Def71

Speed58

Total495

Height

2.1m

Weight

136.0kg

Gender

Male 50% / Female 50%

Color

white

Shape

humanoid

Abilities

Iron Fist

Strengthens punch-based moves to 1.2× their power.

Mold Breaker

Bypasses targets' abilities if they could hinder or prevent a move.

ScrappyHidden

Lets the Pokémon's normal and fighting moves hit ghost Pokémon.

Pangoro Biology & Physical Characteristics

Pangoro is a large, bipedal Pokémon that bears a striking resemblance to a humanoid panda bear, though its coloration and build distinguish it as something far more formidable than its adorable pre-evolution. Its body features a stocky frame with a pronounced round belly and characteristically short legs supporting its considerable weight, while its arms are disproportionately long and muscular, ending in three-fingered paws equipped with sharp black claws. The creature's fur pattern is particularly distinctive: thick white fur covers its head and belly, while dark gray fur dominates its lower body, chest, arms, and back, creating an appearance reminiscent of wearing a long coat and trousers. A flowing cape of dark gray fur hangs dramatically down its back, further enhancing this sophisticated yet intimidating silhouette. One of Pangoro's most characteristic features is the thin-stemmed bamboo shoot with two leaves that it perpetually carries in its mouth. This is not merely a quirk of appearance but serves a critical sensory function, allowing Pangoro to detect minute vibrations and movements of its surroundings through the leaf's sensitivity. Its face is marked by a blunt snout with a triangular black nose, small rounded ears, and distinctive prominent fangs protruding from its lower jaw. The most striking facial feature is a pair of thick black semicircles positioned under its brow ridge, which effectively conceal its eyes and contribute to its intimidating countenance. This robust physiological structure, combined with its muscular development, makes Pangoro appear as a force of nature incarnate—a design that successfully conveys both the panda's natural charm and a warrior's unrelenting might.

Pokedex Numbers

national#675

kalos central#92

original alola#221

original ulaula#93

updated alola#285

updated ulaula#106

galar#112

lumiose city#48

Training

EV Yield2 Attack

Catch Rate65

Base Happiness70

Base Exp.173

Growth Ratemedium

Breeding

Egg Groupsground, humanshape

GenderMale 50% / Female 50%

Egg Cycles25 (6630 steps)

Pangoro Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups

Pangoro exhibits a perfectly balanced gender ratio of 50% male and 50% female, making it equally likely for trainers to encounter either sex in the wild or through breeding endeavors. This even distribution reflects the species' status as a standard Pokémon line without gender-specific characteristics or evolutionary branches. The breeding compatibility of Pangoro extends through two egg groups: the Field group and the Human-Like group, providing trainers with diverse breeding options and cross-breeding possibilities that can introduce valuable moves or abilities to offspring. With a base happiness value of 70 in Generations VI and VII (reduced to 50 in later generations), Pangoro begins with moderate affection toward its trainer, though dedicated trainers can increase this through consistent care, positive interactions, and successful battles. The breeding mechanics for Pangoro are notably straightforward, with eggs hatching after 25 cycles, translating to approximately 6,169 to 6,425 steps in-game depending on various factors. This moderate hatch time places Pangoro in the middle range of breeding convenience, making it neither particularly time-consuming nor especially quick to produce offspring. The dual egg group membership means Pangoro can breed with a wide variety of Pokémon, opening possibilities for creative breeding strategies. Trainers seeking to breed competitive Pangoro specimens can take advantage of move tutors and breeding chains to pass down powerful moves from other Pokémon in these egg groups, potentially creating offspring with enhanced movesets beyond what Pangoro would naturally learn through leveling. The gender-neutral nature of breeding in modern games means trainers have flexibility in pairing Pangoro with compatible partners regardless of sex.

Held Items

Mental Herb

x5%

Mental Herb

y5%

Mental Herb

omega ruby5%

Mental Herb

alpha sapphire5%

Mental Herb

sun5%

Mental Herb

moon5%

Mental Herb

ultra sun5%

Mental Herb

ultra moon5%

Sprites

Front

Back

Shiny Front

Shiny Back

Home

Home Shiny

Showdown

platinum

tm01

emerald

tm01

diamond pearl

tm01

firered leafgreen

tm01

ruby sapphire

tm01

black white

tm01

black 2 white 2

tm01

colosseum

tm01

heartgold soulsilver

tm01

ultra sun ultra moon

tm01

omega ruby alpha sapphire

tm01

sun moon

tm01

x y

tm01

blue japan

tm01

red green japan

tm01

sword shield

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pangoro's Evolution Chain

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Fighting

pangoro

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Fighting

Dark

pancham

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Fighting

pangoro

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Fighting

Dark

Pangoro Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms

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Pangoro Behaviour and Natural Habitat

Pangoro exhibits a personality as layered and complex as its dual typing suggests. In battle, it transforms into a berserker of tremendous force, charging ahead with reckless abandon and showing no concern for the damage it sustains during combat. This aggressive battle philosophy stems from its unwavering confidence in its physical superiority and its conviction that direct confrontation is the only honest way to resolve disputes. However, outside of combat, Pangoro reveals a more nuanced character—it is fiercely protective of those it considers weaker, actively intervening against bullying and refusing to tolerate cruelty toward defenseless individuals. This creates an interesting dichotomy where Pangoro uses its considerable strength as both a tool for aggression and a shield for protection. The habitat preferences of Pangoro are not extensively detailed in official sources, but the species appears to be most commonly found in mountainous and forested regions. Notably, Pangoro has a particular affinity for engaging in duels with Obstagoon, suggesting it may inhabit areas where both species overlap or at least travel through varied terrain. The bamboo leaf it carries indicates some connection to bamboo forests or at least regions where such vegetation grows, similar to its pre-evolution Pancham. Trainers seeking to recruit Pangoro must be prepared for an unconventional recruitment process: rather than attempting to catch a wild specimen through traditional means, those who wish to become Pangoro's trainer have no choice but to engage it in combat and prove their worth through direct physical confrontation. This requirement for a trainer to 'converse with their fists' demonstrates Pangoro's philosophy that respect and relationships must be earned through strength and determination.

Pokedex Entries

Generation VI

Although it possesses a violent temperament, it won’t put up with bullying. It uses the leaf in its mouth to sense the movements of its enemies.

It charges ahead and bashes its opponents like a berserker, uncaring about any hits it might take. Its arms are mighty enough to snap a telephone pole.

omega ruby

Although it possesses a violent temperament, it won’t put up with bullying. It uses the leaf in its mouth to sense the movements of its enemies.

alpha sapphire

It charges ahead and bashes its opponents like a berserker, uncaring about any hits it might take. Its arms are mighty enough to snap a telephone pole.

Generation VII

sun

It boasts superb physical strength. Those who wish to become Pangoro’s Trainer have no choice but to converse with their fists.

ultra sun

This rowdy Pokémon boasts great physical strength. Many Trainers are also smitten by its lively character.

moon

From the slight twitches of its bamboo leaf, it deduces its opponent’s movements. It’s eager to tussle but kindhearted toward its companions.

ultra moon

Pangoro is the type to talk with its fists. It doesn’t say much as it pummels opponents with enough force to send a dump truck flying.

Generation VIII

sword

This Pokémon is quick to anger, and it has no problem using its prodigious strength to get its way. It lives for duels against Obstagoon.

shield

Using its leaf, Pangoro can predict the moves of its opponents. It strikes with punches that can turn a dump truck into scrap with just one hit.

Pangoro Name Origin & Design Inspiration

The Japanese name Goronda and English name Pangoro both derive from clear linguistic roots that reflect the Pokémon's essence. Pangoro combines 'panda' with 'oro,' a Spanish word meaning 'gold' or potentially referring to 'loro' (parrot), though the most straightforward interpretation connects it to the panda base with an emphasis on its value and strength. Goronda appears to blend 'gorilla' with 'panda,' capturing the essence of a creature that combines the cuddliness of a panda with the raw power and aggressive nature of a great ape. The name elegantly encapsulates the duality of this Pokémon—outwardly appearing as a large panda but possessing the ferocity and strength more commonly associated with primates. The design philosophy behind Pangoro reflects a deliberate subversion of expectations. Pandas, in real-world perception and popular culture, are typically represented as gentle, endearing creatures—symbols of conservation and peace. By taking this iconography and transforming it into a powerful, aggressive fighting-type Pokémon capable of incredible destruction, the designers created a creature that challenges preconceptions. The addition of the Dark type further emphasizes this transformation from cute to menacing. The bamboo leaf motif carries symbolic weight as well, serving as a connection to traditional Chinese and Japanese aesthetics while also grounding the Pokémon in a sense of natural heritage. The humanoid proportions and clothing-like pattern of fur suggest a martial artist or warrior archetype, positioning Pangoro as a creature that has transcended its cute origins through training, discipline, and a connection to darker impulses—much like how a martial artist develops power through dedication.

Learnable Moves

Pangoro can learn 112 moves:

Move	Type	Cat.	Power	Acc.	PP
aerial ace	flying	Physical	60	—	20
arm thrust	fighting	Physical	15	100	20
attract	normal	Status	—	100	15
beat up	dark	Physical	—	100	10
block	normal	Status	—	—	5
body slam	normal	Physical	85	100	15
brick break	fighting	Physical	75	100	15
bulk up	fighting	Status	—	—	20
bulldoze	ground	Physical	60	100	20
bullet punch	steel	Physical	40	100	30
circle throw	fighting	Physical	60	90	10
close combat	fighting	Physical	120	100	5
coaching	fighting	Status	—	—	10
comet punch	normal	Physical	18	85	15
confide	normal	Status	—	—	20
covet	normal	Physical	60	100	25
crunch	dark	Physical	80	100	15
cut	normal	Physical	50	95	30
dark pulse	dark	Special	80	100	15
darkest lariat	dark	Physical	85	100	10
dig	ground	Physical	80	100	10
double team	normal	Status	—	—	15
dragon claw	dragon	Physical	80	100	15
drain punch	fighting	Physical	75	100	10
dual chop	dragon	Physical	40	90	15
earthquake	ground	Physical	100	100	10
echoed voice	normal	Special	40	100	15
embargo	dark	Status	—	100	15
endeavor	normal	Physical	—	100	5
endure	normal	Status	—	—	10
entrainment	normal	Status	—	100	15
facade	normal	Physical	70	100	20
false swipe	normal	Physical	40	100	40
fire punch	fire	Physical	75	100	15
fling	dark	Physical	—	100	10
focus blast	fighting	Special	120	70	5
focus energy	normal	Status	—	—	30
focus punch	fighting	Physical	150	100	20
foul play	dark	Physical	95	100	15
frustration	normal	Physical	—	100	20
giga impact	normal	Physical	150	90	5
grass knot	grass	Special	—	100	20
gunk shot	poison	Physical	120	80	5
hammer arm	fighting	Physical	100	90	10
helping hand	normal	Status	—	—	20
hidden power	normal	Special	60	100	15
hone claws	dark	Status	—	—	15
hyper beam	normal	Special	150	90	5
hyper voice	normal	Special	90	100	10
ice punch	ice	Physical	75	100	15
infestation	bug	Special	20	100	20
iron head	steel	Physical	80	100	15
karate chop	fighting	Physical	50	100	25
knock off	dark	Physical	65	100	20
laser focus	normal	Status	—	—	30
lash out	dark	Physical	75	100	5
leer	normal	Status	—	100	30
low kick	fighting	Physical	—	100	20
low sweep	fighting	Physical	65	100	20
mega kick	normal	Physical	120	75	5
mega punch	normal	Physical	80	85	20
night slash	dark	Physical	70	100	15
outrage	dragon	Physical	120	100	10
parting shot	dark	Status	—	100	20
payback	dark	Physical	50	100	10
poison jab	poison	Physical	80	100	20
power up punch	fighting	Physical	40	100	20
protect	normal	Status	—	—	10
quash	dark	Status	—	100	15
rain dance	water	Status	—	—	5
rest	psychic	Status	—	—	5
retaliate	normal	Physical	70	100	5
return	normal	Physical	—	100	20
revenge	fighting	Physical	60	100	10
reversal	fighting	Physical	—	100	15
roar	normal	Status	—	—	20
rock slide	rock	Physical	75	90	10
rock smash	fighting	Physical	40	100	15
rock tomb	rock	Physical	60	95	15
round	normal	Special	60	100	15
scary face	normal	Status	—	100	10
secret power	normal	Physical	70	100	20
shadow claw	ghost	Physical	70	100	15
sky uppercut	fighting	Physical	85	90	15
slash	normal	Physical	70	100	20
sleep talk	normal	Status	—	—	10
sludge bomb	poison	Special	90	100	10
snarl	dark	Special	55	95	15
snatch	dark	Status	—	—	10
snore	normal	Special	50	100	15
spite	ghost	Status	—	100	10
stomping tantrum	ground	Physical	75	100	10
stone edge	rock	Physical	100	80	5
strength	normal	Physical	80	100	15
substitute	normal	Status	—	—	10
sunny day	fire	Status	—	—	5
superpower	fighting	Physical	120	100	5
surf	water	Special	90	100	15
swagger	normal	Status	—	85	15
swords dance	normal	Status	—	—	20
tackle	normal	Physical	40	100	35
taunt	dark	Status	—	100	20
thief	dark	Physical	60	100	25
throat chop	dark	Physical	80	100	15
thunder punch	electric	Physical	75	100	15
torment	dark	Status	—	100	15
toxic	poison	Status	—	90	10
uproar	normal	Special	90	100	10
vital throw	fighting	Physical	70	—	10
work up	normal	Status	—	—	30
x scissor	bug	Physical	80	100	15
zen headbutt	psychic	Physical	80	90	15

Pangoro Competitive Battle Guide

In competitive Pokémon battles, Pangoro serves as a formidable physical attacker with an impressive Attack stat of 124, positioning it among the stronger attackers available to trainers. Its ability to learn punch-based moves makes the Iron Fist ability particularly valuable, as it boosts these moves to 1.2 times their normal power—a significant damage multiplier that can turn close battles in Pangoro's favor. The move pool available to Pangoro is respectable, including powerful options like Close Combat, Earthquake, Crunch, and Stone Edge, providing excellent coverage against a diverse range of opponents. The Mold Breaker hidden ability offers an alternative strategy, allowing Pangoro to ignore opponent abilities that would otherwise provide defensive benefits, making it capable of breaking through defensive walls that rely on abilities like Regenerator or Filter. However, Pangoro's competitiveness is tempered by several notable limitations. With a Speed stat of only 58, Pangoro is relatively slow and will often find itself moving second in exchanges, a disadvantage that forces trainers to rely on careful team building and speed control through priority moves or speed-reducing moves like Trick Room. Its defenses are middling at best, with Defense and Special Defense stats of 78 and 71 respectively, meaning Pangoro struggles to switch into attacks and often needs to press the offensive advantage before taking heavy damage. The Special Attack stat of 69 is disappointingly low, limiting Pangoro's utility outside of physical moves. Despite these drawbacks, Pangoro occupies a respectable niche in formats where physical offense dominates the metagame, and its type coverage combined with raw attacking power makes it a worthwhile consideration for trainers seeking a dedicated physical attacker. The availability of Pangoro in various Pokédex entries across different games and the relative ease of obtaining it in most titles means it remains a viable option for competitive builders of moderate skill levels.

Commonly Asked Questions About Pangoro

What type is Pangoro?

Pangoro is a fighting and dark type Pokemon.

What does Pangoro evolve from?

Pangoro evolved from pancham.

What are Pangoro's weaknesses?

Pangoro is weak to fighting, flying, psychic and fairy type moves.

Where can I find Pangoro?

Pangoro can be found in alola route 11 (alola), alola route 10 (alola) and alola route 17 (alola).

Pangoro Cultural Impact & Franchise History

Pangoro has developed a notable presence within Pokémon culture, particularly as a beloved fighting-type representative that appeals to trainers who appreciate both aesthetic appeal and combat prowess. The species gained significant visibility through its introduction in Generation VI alongside the Kalos region, where it became a notable part of the regional ecosystem and appeared in various trainer parties. Its unique evolution condition has made Pangoro somewhat iconic among players who engage with the deeper mechanics of the Pokémon world, as it represents a design philosophy that rewards thoughtful team composition and engagement with game systems rather than simple level-grinding. The character's design—combining adorable panda elements with martial artist aesthetics—has made it appealing across diverse demographics, from competitive players appreciating its combat capabilities to casual fans enjoying its visual charm. Beyond the games themselves, Pangoro has appeared in various Pokémon media including the trading card game, animated series appearances, and merchandise. Its role in the broader Pokémon universe as a proud martial artist and defender of the weak aligns well with popular tropes in Asian media and fighting game culture, giving it cultural resonance beyond just game mechanics. The Pokédex entry describing trainers needing to 'converse with their fists' to recruit Pangoro has become a memorable and quotable aspect of the species, encapsulating its philosophy in a way that has resonated with fans. In competitive circles, Pangoro remains a respected if not dominant force, representing the kind of honest physical prowess that appeals to trainers who prefer direct, straightforward battle strategies over gimmicks or complex setups.

Where to Find Pangoro in Every Pokémon Game

Pangoro's availability varies significantly depending on the Pokémon game version and generation, with the species becoming progressively more accessible as new generations and remakes have been released. In its debut generation, Pokémon X and Y, Pangoro can be obtained relatively early by catching a Pancham in the Kalos region and leveling it to 32 with a Dark-type Pokémon in the party, providing players access to this powerful fighting-type before the late game. Subsequent games have maintained Pangoro's availability in various ways: in Pokémon Sun and Moon, it appears in the Alola regional Pokédex, in Sword and Shield it's present in the Galar Pokédex, and it continues to be available in modern titles. The species can be caught with a capture rate of 65, which is moderately favorable, making it neither particularly difficult nor trivially easy to capture in the wild. For players seeking Pangoro outside of its native regions, breeding Pancham after obtaining Pangoro is a viable strategy, as the offspring will hatch as Pancham with the ability to evolve under the proper conditions. Pokédex entries across generations show local number assignments in various regional Pokédexes, such as #0092 in the Central Kalos region, #0221 in the Alola region, and #0112 in the Galar region, indicating consistent availability as a notable regional species. The species is also available in competitive online trading and battling systems, allowing players who don't have access to Pangoro in their specific game version to acquire one through trades with other players. Additionally, Pangoro appears in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the upcoming Generation IX remake set in an expanded Kalos region, indicating its continued relevance and availability in the series' future titles. The relative ease of obtaining Pancham followed by simple evolution conditions means Pangoro remains accessible to most players regardless of their specific game version or geographic location.

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