sliggoo-hisui #10241
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sliggoo-hisui
Generation VI · #10241 — Soft Tissue Pokémon
Hisuian Sliggoo is the regional form of the Dragon-type Sliggoo, reimagined as a Steel/Dragon-type Pokémon endemic to the Hisui region. This fascinating variant represents an evolutionary adaptation to Hisui's unique environmental conditions, transforming the gelatinous snail Pokémon into a more heavily armored creature. As the middle stage of the Goomy evolutionary line, Hisuian Sliggoo evolves from Goomy at level 40 and continues its development into Hisuian Goodra upon reaching level 50 during rain in the overworld. The form maintains the base Sliggoo's National Pokédex number of #705 while representing a distinctly different biological and ecological niche within the ancient Hisui landscape.
Base Stats
Height
0.7m
Weight
68.5kg
Category
Soft Tissue Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
purple
Shape
squiggle
Abilities
Absorbs grass moves, raising Attack one stage.
Protects against critical hits.
Lowers attacking Pokémon's Speed by one stage on contact.
Sliggoo-hisui Biology & Physical Characteristics
Hisuian Sliggoo stands notably shorter than its Kantonian counterpart at 0.7 meters in height, yet weighs considerably more at 68.5 kilograms due to its reinforced metallic composition. The Pokémon's body retains the characteristic soft-tissue appearance of standard Sliggoo, but its exterior has been hardened with steel-type properties that provide substantial defensive advantages. Its distinctive spiral shell-like structure on its back, which houses the brain and other vital organs, now incorporates metallic plating that gives it a more angular, armored appearance. The four-horned radar system remains intact, functioning as a high-performance sensory apparatus that allows Hisuian Sliggoo to detect sounds and smells in its environment. Despite its heavier composition, the Pokémon still secretes the same caustic mucus that characterizes the standard form, capable of dissolving virtually anything it encounters.
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Training
Breeding
Sliggoo-hisui Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Hisuian Sliggoo maintains a perfectly balanced gender ratio of 50% male and 50% female, allowing for consistent breeding populations. The species belongs to the Dragon egg group, grouping it with other draconic creatures and limiting its breeding compatibility to specific Pokémon families. With a capture rate of 45, wild Hisuian Sliggoo presents a moderate challenge to capture in its native Hisui habitat, requiring strategy and suitable Poké Balls for successful encounters. The species has a notably low base happiness value of 35, suggesting that captured Hisuian Sliggoo require considerable effort and dedication to bond with their trainers compared to more amenable species. Breeding mechanics follow standard conventions for the species, with eggs requiring 40 cycles to hatch, translating to approximately 10,024 to 10,280 steps of overworld travel. The slow growth rate characteristic of Goomy's evolutionary line applies equally to Hisuian Sliggoo, demanding patience and extended training periods for trainers seeking to develop this form into its final evolution.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
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crystal
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gold silver
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ruby sapphire
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platinum
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firered leafgreen
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heartgold soulsilver
tm03
diamond pearl
tm03
emerald
tm03
xd
tm03
colosseum
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm07
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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red blue
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yellow
tm08
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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yellow
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red green japan
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blue japan
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red blue
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platinum
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sliggoo-hisui's Evolution Chain
Sliggoo-hisui Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Hisuian Sliggoo represents the intermediate evolutionary stage within the Goomy line's Hisuian variant. It evolves from the diminutive Goomy upon reaching level 40, gaining the Steel-type attribute and experiencing significant stat redistributions that emphasize defensive capabilities over speed. The evolution into its final form, Hisuian Goodra, occurs at level 50 but requires the specific environmental condition of leveling up during rain in the overworld—a mechanic that reflects the Pokémon's dependence on Hisui's abundant rainfall. This evolutionary progression mirrors the adaptation pathway of Hisuian Pokémon to their regional environment, with each stage becoming progressively more resilient and armored. The transformation from Goomy to Sliggoo to Goodra in Hisui represents a biological specialization that equips these creatures for survival in the region's wet, challenging climate, contrasting sharply with the standard form's more tropical evolutionary requirements.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Sliggoo-hisui Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Hisuian Sliggoo inhabits the rainy regions and wetlands of ancient Hisui, where its steel-type attributes provide survival advantages in harsh, moisture-rich environments. The Pokémon's base happiness of only 35 suggests a temperamental and somewhat aloof nature, making it less inclined to form bonds with trainers compared to many other species. Its gooey mucus remains a significant behavioral trait, with the creature using this secretion both defensively and as a hunting mechanism. The Pokémon crawls sluggishly through its habitat, relying on its horned radar system rather than conventional senses to navigate and locate food. Like its standard form, Hisuian Sliggoo has difficulty distinguishing between friends and potential food sources, approaching both with equal predatory interest. Its steel-reinforced body allows it to traverse environments where standard Sliggoo might struggle, potentially inhabiting more rugged terrain and harsher climatic conditions typical of ancient Hisui.
Pokedex Entries
Generation VI
It drives away opponents by excreting a sticky liquid that can dissolve anything. Its eyes devolved, so it can’t see anything.
Its four horns are a high-performance radar system. It uses them to sense sounds and smells, rather than using ears or a nose.
It drives away opponents by excreting a sticky liquid that can dissolve anything. Its eyes devolved, so it can’t see anything.
Its four horns are a high-performance radar system. It uses them to sense sounds and smells, rather than using ears or a nose.
Generation VII
It has trouble drawing a line between friends and food. It will calmly try to melt and eat even those it gets along well with.
It crawls along sluggishly. The swirly protrusion on its back is filled with its brain and other organs.
This Pokémon’s mucous can dissolve anything. Toothless, it sprays mucous on its prey. Once they’re nicely dissolved, it slurps them up.
Its entire body is covered with gooey mucus that can dissolve anything. Be sure to put gloves on if you’re going to touch it.
Generation VIII
Although this Pokémon isn’t very strong, its body is coated in a caustic slime that can melt through anything, so predators steer clear of it.
The lump on its back contains its tiny brain. It thinks only of food and escaping its enemies.
A creature given to melancholy. I suspect its metallic shell developed as a result of the mucus on its skin reacting with the iron in Hisui's water.
Sliggoo-hisui Name Origin & Design Inspiration
Hisuian Sliggoo's design philosophy emphasizes metallic armoring while maintaining the core snail-like appearance of the base form. The name 'Sliggoo' derives from the blend of 'slug' and 'goo,' perfectly capturing the gelatinous nature of the Pokémon, while the Hisuian designation indicates its regional variation. The Japanese name Numeil combines 'numenugu' (a type of loach fish) with implications of slime and viscosity. The addition of steel-type characteristics is reflected in the Pokémon's more compact, dense appearance compared to standard Sliggoo, with reinforced plating visible across its body. The design suggests an evolutionary pressure toward greater defensibility, with the creature's shell and armor becoming more pronounced and metallic. This regional variant exemplifies how the same base species can develop dramatically different characteristics when isolated in distinct geographical and climatic regions, showcasing the diversity of evolutionary possibilities within the Pokémon world.
Learnable Moves
Sliggoo-hisui can learn 47 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| absorb | grass | Special | 20 | 100 | 25 |
| acid armor | poison | Status | — | — | 20 |
| acid spray | poison | Special | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| blizzard | ice | Special | 110 | 70 | 5 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| bubble | water | Special | 40 | 100 | 30 |
| charm | fairy | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| chilling water | water | Special | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| curse | ghost | Status | — | — | 10 |
| draco meteor | dragon | Special | 130 | 90 | 5 |
| dragon breath | dragon | Special | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| dragon pulse | dragon | Special | 85 | 100 | 10 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| flail | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 15 |
| flash cannon | steel | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| gyro ball | steel | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| heavy slam | steel | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| hydro pump | water | Special | 110 | 80 | 5 |
| ice beam | ice | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| ice spinner | ice | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| iron head | steel | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| iron tail | steel | Physical | 100 | 75 | 15 |
| mud shot | ground | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| muddy water | water | Special | 90 | 85 | 10 |
| outrage | dragon | Physical | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rock slide | rock | Physical | 75 | 90 | 10 |
| rock tomb | rock | Physical | 60 | 95 | 15 |
| sandstorm | rock | Status | — | — | 10 |
| shelter | steel | Status | 0 | — | 10 |
| skitter smack | bug | Physical | 70 | 90 | 10 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sludge bomb | poison | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| sludge wave | poison | Special | 95 | 100 | 10 |
| steel beam | steel | Special | 140 | 95 | 5 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| tackle | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| thunder | electric | Special | 110 | 70 | 10 |
| thunderbolt | electric | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| water gun | water | Special | 40 | 100 | 25 |
| water pulse | water | Special | 60 | 100 | 20 |
Sliggoo-hisui Competitive Battle Guide
Hisuian Sliggoo's competitive viability differs substantially from its standard form due to the fundamental stat redistribution resulting from its Steel/Dragon typing. The Hisuian form sacrifices the base form's Speed stat of 60 for a more defensive configuration, dropping Speed to 40 while simultaneously increasing Defense from 53 to a respectable 83. This transformation creates a defensive wall-oriented Pokémon with exceptional Special Defense remaining at 113, matching the base form's excellence in that category. The Attack stat holds steady at 75 while Special Attack maintains a solid 83, providing reasonable offensive capability despite the form's obvious defensive lean. With a total base stat sum of 452 identical to the standard form, Hisuian Sliggoo represents a strategic reallocation rather than a power increase, trading mobility for durability. Its abilities—Sap Sipper, Shell Armor, and the hidden ability Gooey—offer distinct competitive advantages, with Shell Armor preventing critical hits and Gooey providing offensive pressure through Speed reduction on contact, though the reduced Speed stat makes Gooey somewhat paradoxical for an already slow form. Hisuian Sliggoo functions best in slower, bulkier team compositions where its defensive typing, which resists numerous common attacking types including Grass, Ice, Flying, Psychic, Bug, Rock, Fairy, and Dragon, provides meaningful defensive synergy.
Commonly Asked Questions About Sliggoo-hisui
What type is Sliggoo-hisui?
Sliggoo-hisui is a steel and dragon type Pokemon.
What does Sliggoo-hisui evolve into?
Sliggoo-hisui does not evolve into any other Pokemon. It is the final form in its evolution line.
What are Sliggoo-hisui's weaknesses?
Sliggoo-hisui is weak to fighting and ground type moves.
Sliggoo-hisui Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Hisuian Sliggoo, as part of the Legends: Arceus generation introduced in Pokémon Legends: Arceus, represents the expanding interest in regional variants that explore how familiar Pokémon might evolve under different environmental pressures. The introduction of Hisuian forms has become a significant design philosophy within recent Pokémon generations, allowing established species to maintain relevance while providing fresh strategic and aesthetic options. Sliggoo's transformation into a Steel-type variant particularly resonates with players who appreciate the blend of familiar characteristics with novel typing combinations, appealing to both nostalgic trainers and those seeking new competitive possibilities. The regional form concept itself has generated substantial fan discussion and creative speculation about how other Pokémon might adapt to different regions, cementing regional variants as a beloved modern game mechanic. Hisuian Sliggoo's appearance in subsequent games, including Pokémon Scarlet and Violet through the Legends: Z-A expansion content, demonstrates the form's lasting appeal and integration into the broader Pokémon ecosystem.
Where to Find Sliggoo-hisui in Every Pokémon Game
Hisuian Sliggoo is available in Pokémon Legends: Arceus as the primary source for this regional variant, located in the Hisui region where trainers encounter it as part of the natural ecosystem. The Pokémon can be obtained by capturing wild Goomy and training it to level 40, or alternatively by catching Hisuian Sliggoo directly in appropriate habitats. The species has maintained availability through subsequent Pokémon games, appearing in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, where it is assigned local Pokédex numbers reflecting its place within those regional classifications. Its inclusion in The Teal Mask DLC for Scarlet and Violet further expanded accessibility for trainers seeking this particular form. The regional variant's presence in multiple recent generations ensures that modern trainers have multiple pathways to obtain Hisuian Sliggoo without requiring event distributions or specialized mechanics beyond standard gameplay. As the form requires specific leveling conditions during rain to evolve into Hisuian Goodra, availability is somewhat dependent on access to appropriate weather conditions or environmental effects within whatever game the player is using.