snorlax-gmax #10206
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snorlax-gmax
Generation I · #10206 — Sleeping Pokémon
Gigantamax Snorlax represents the ultimate expression of the Sleeping Pokémon's legendary appetite and slothful nature. When Snorlax undergoes Gigantamax, it expands to a colossal 35 meters in height—nearly 17 times larger than its standard form—while retaining its Normal-type classification. This transformation is exclusive to Snorlax that possess the Gigantamax Factor and can only occur in specific Pokémon Sword and Shield locations. The Gigantamax form grants Snorlax the exclusive G-Max move Replenish, allowing it to restore its held Berry while dealing damage, a fitting ability for a creature whose existence revolves around consumption and recovery. Despite the massive size increase, Gigantamax Snorlax maintains the same base stat distribution as its regular form, with 160 HP anchoring an impressive defensive profile that makes it a formidable presence in battle.
Base Stats
Height
35.0m
Weight
1000.0kg
Category
Sleeping Pokémon
Gender
Male 87.5% / Female 12.5%
Color
black
Shape
humanoid
Habitat
mountain
Abilities
Prevents poison.
Halves damage from fire and ice moves.
Makes the Pokémon eat any held Berry triggered by low HP below 1/2 its max HP.
Snorlax-gmax Biology & Physical Characteristics
Gigantamax Snorlax's transformation fundamentally alters its physical composition while preserving its biological essence as one of the heaviest Normal-type Pokémon. At 35 meters tall and weighing approximately 1000 kilograms, this colossal form dwarfs most other Pokémon and even creates observable changes in its surroundings when it moves. The transformation maintains all of Snorlax's inherent biological traits, including its legendary digestive system that can neutralize nearly any poison—according to Pokédex entries, even the caustic poison of Muk is merely "a hint of spice" to Snorlax's stomach. Its Immunity ability prevents all poisoning effects, while Thick Fat reduces damage from Fire and Ice-type moves by half, providing comprehensive defensive coverage. The Hidden Ability Gluttony becomes particularly significant in Gigantamax form, allowing Snorlax to consume held Berries when its HP falls below half its maximum, triggering at lower thresholds than the standard calculation would suggest and providing sustained survivability in extended battles.
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Snorlax-gmax Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Snorlax exhibits a pronounced male bias in its gender distribution, with approximately 88% of individuals being male and only 12% female according to Generation IV onward statistics, though earlier generations showed 87.5% male and 12.5% female ratios. This skewed distribution mirrors patterns seen in other Pokémon species and may reflect biological factors related to Snorlax's unusual metabolism and reproductive cycle. Snorlax belongs to the Monster egg group, a classification shared with numerous large, powerful Pokémon that typically have comparable size and strength. The species has a notably long hatching cycle of forty egg cycles, equivalent to approximately 10,024 to 10,280 steps, suggesting that Munchlax eggs require extended incubation periods reflecting their eventual evolution into the massive adult form. Snorlax reaches sexual maturity relatively slowly compared to many Pokémon species, consistent with its evolutionary line's general growth pattern classified as "Slow" rather than standard or rapid. Base Happiness for Snorlax is set at 70, indicating a moderate baseline for friendship that must be increased through careful training and interaction to trigger evolution from Munchlax. The genetic diversity available through breeding provides opportunities to optimize individual Snorlax's stats and abilities, with particular value placed on individuals carrying the Hidden Ability Gluttony, which offers significant strategic advantages in competitive scenarios.
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Snorlax-gmax Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Snorlax evolves from Munchlax when leveled up with high friendship, representing a dramatic increase in size and power as the smaller Pokémon matures into its adult form. The Gigantamax form represents a separate transformation entirely—not a true evolution but a temporary metamorphosis that requires both the Gigantamax Factor and access to a Dynamax Den or similar location. Unlike Mega Evolution from earlier generations, Gigantamax transformation is available exclusively in Pokémon Sword and Shield, and Snorlax's Gigantamax form cannot be suppressed or made permanent. The transformation lasts for three turns during battle, providing a significant but temporary power boost. What distinguishes Gigantamax Snorlax from its standard form is not a change in base stats—which remain identical at 160 HP, 110 Attack, 65 Defense, 65 Special Attack, 110 Special Defense, and 30 Speed—but rather access to the exclusive G-Max Replenish move, which combines offensive pressure with item recovery. This move exemplifies Snorlax's core identity: maximizing sustain and survivability while maintaining offensive presence, making Gigantamax a transformation that amplifies rather than fundamentally alters the species' battle strategy.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Snorlax-gmax Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Gigantamax Snorlax exhibits the same fundamental behavioral patterns as its standard form, though magnified to absurd proportions. Its typical day consists of little more than eating and sleeping—consuming nearly 900 pounds of food daily while simultaneously sleeping through much of it, often continuing to eat while nodding off. According to Pokédex lore, Snorlax is so docile in its normal state that children have been known to use its expansive belly as a playground, suggesting that despite its massive size in Gigantamax form, it retains this characteristically gentle demeanor. The transformation occurs only when specific environmental conditions are met in Galar, typically in isolated areas where Snorlax can rest undisturbed. Historical records indicate that wild Snorlax in earlier generations would block major passages, requiring trainers to awaken them with Poké Flutes before progressing, demonstrating how their sedentary habits and enormous bulk naturally create barriers in their habitat. Even in Gigantamax form, Snorlax's primary motivation remains the acquisition and consumption of food, with the creature's lethargy being its defining characteristic.
Pokedex Entries
Generation I
Very lazy. Just eats and sleeps. As its rotund bulk builds, it becomes steadily more slothful.
Will eat anything, even if the food happens to be a little moldy. It never gets an upset stomach.
Generation II
What sounds like its cry may ac tually be its snores or the rumblings of its hungry belly.
Its stomach's di gestive juices can dissolve any kind of poison. It can even eat things off the ground.
This POKéMON's stomach is so strong, even eating moldy or rotten food will not affect it.
Generation III
SNORLAX’s typical day consists of nothing more than eating and sleeping. It is such a docile POKéMON that there are children who use its expansive belly as a place to play.
SNORLAX’s typical day consists of nothing more than eating and sleeping. It is such a docile POKéMON that there are children who use its big belly as a place to play.
It is not satisfied unless it eats over 880 pounds of food every day. When it is done eating, it goes promptly to sleep.
Very lazy. Just eats and sleeps. As its rotund bulk builds, it becomes steadily more slothful.
Generation IV
Its stomach can digest any kind of food, even if it happens to be moldy or rotten.
It stops eating only to sleep. It doesn’t feel full unless it eats nearly 900 pounds a day.
When its belly is full, it becomes too lethargic to even lift a finger, so it is safe to bounce on its belly.
What sounds like its cry may actually be its snores or the rumblings of its hungry belly.
Its stomach’s digestive juices can dissolve any kind of poison. It can even eat things off the ground.
Generation V
When its belly is full, it becomes too lethargic to even lift a finger, so it is safe to bounce on its belly.
When its belly is full, it becomes too lethargic to even lift a finger, so it is safe to bounce on its belly.
Generation VI
It is not satisfied unless it eats over 880 pounds of food every day. When it is done eating, it goes promptly to sleep.
Its stomach can digest any kind of food, even if it happens to be moldy or rotten.
Snorlax’s typical day consists of nothing more than eating and sleeping. It is such a docile Pokémon that there are children who use its expansive belly as a place to play.
Generation VII
Its stomach is said to be incomparably strong. Even Muk’s poison is nothing more than a hint of spice on Snorlax’s tongue.
It doesn’t do anything other than eat and sleep. When prompted to make a serious effort, though, it apparently displays awesome power.
It eats nearly 900 pounds of food every day. It starts nodding off while eating—and continues to eat even while it’s asleep.
It has no interest in anything other than eating. Even if you climb up on its stomach while it’s napping, it doesn’t seem to mind at all!
Will eat anything, even if the food happens to be a little moldy. It never gets an upset stomach.
Generation VIII
It is not satisfied unless it eats over 880 pounds of food every day. When it is done eating, it goes promptly to sleep.
This Pokémon’s stomach is so strong, even eating moldy or rotten food will not affect it.
This glutton appears in villages without warning and devours the entirety of their rice granaries—such occurrences have long been counted among the gravest of disasters.
Snorlax-gmax Name Origin & Design Inspiration
Snorlax's design epitomizes the fusion of massive bulk with sleepy complacency, a concept that remains consistent from its standard form through its Gigantamax transformation. The name "Snorlax" combines "snore" with "lax," reflecting the character's laziness and constant drowsiness. In Japanese, it is called "Kabigon" (カビゴン), which may derive from "kabin" (過敏, oversensitivity) or suggest the character's overall appearance. The design draws inspiration from real-world animals that combine enormous size with sedentary lifestyles—particularly bears and other megafauna—but exaggerates these traits to comedic extremes. Snorlax's physical form features a rotund body primarily composed of its massive belly, with a peaceful expression that suggests constant contentment despite—or perhaps because of—its bottomless appetite. In Gigantamax form, the scaling maintains these proportions while dramatically increasing surface area, creating a creature that appears even more absurdly massive while retaining its gentle countenance. The color scheme remains consistent across both forms: a cream-colored body with darker markings that appear almost unchanged despite the massive size increase. This design consistency reinforces that Gigantamax is a transformation that exaggerates existing traits rather than reimagining the character entirely.
Snorlax-gmax Competitive Battle Guide
Gigantamax Snorlax occupies a unique niche in competitive Pokémon formats, combining impressive bulk with limited offensive capabilities and below-average speed. Its base 160 HP stat is among the highest available to any Pokémon, and combined with 110 Defense and 110 Special Defense, Snorlax functions as an exceptional defensive wall capable of absorbing hits from both physical and special attackers. The 30 base Speed stat represents a significant liability, guaranteeing that Snorlax moves last in nearly every matchup and requiring strategic support or Speed-reducing effects like Trick Room to function optimally. Its 110 base Attack provides respectable physical offensive power, though its 65 Special Attack makes special movepool options generally unviable. The Immunity ability provides essential status protection, preventing paralysis and poison effects that would otherwise compromise its bulky playstyle, while Thick Fat offers a crucial advantage against common Fire and Ice-type threats by reducing their damage by half. Gluttony as a Hidden Ability enables Snorlax to recover held Berries at lower thresholds, providing exceptional sustainability when paired with items like Sitrus Berry or Assault Vest. In Gigantamax form specifically, access to G-Max Replenish provides an offensive move that simultaneously recovers Snorlax's held item, creating powerful synergy with bulky item-based strategies. Competitive Snorlax typically employs defensive movesets including coverage moves like Crunch, Earthquake, or Close Combat alongside essential survival tools like Curse or Recycle, functioning most effectively as a team's defensive anchor rather than a damage dealer.
Commonly Asked Questions About Snorlax-gmax
What type is Snorlax-gmax?
Snorlax-gmax is a normal type Pokemon.
What does Snorlax-gmax evolve into?
Snorlax-gmax does not evolve into any other Pokemon. It is the final form in its evolution line.
What are Snorlax-gmax's weaknesses?
Snorlax-gmax is weak to fighting type moves.
Snorlax-gmax Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Snorlax has achieved iconic status within Pokémon culture since its introduction in Generation I, becoming one of the franchise's most recognizable and beloved creatures. The species gained particular prominence through Ash Ketchum's Snorlax in the animated series, which despite its apparent laziness displays tremendous power when motivated, perfectly encapsulating the species' defining characteristic. Snorlax's image has graced merchandise, trading cards, and promotional materials throughout the franchise's history, appearing in numerous notable appearances across various media formats. The character became the official mascot of Pokémon Sleep, a real-world sleep-tracking mobile application launched in 2023, representing a perfect thematic fit given the species' obsession with sleeping and eating. In competitive gaming communities, Snorlax maintains a cult following among players who appreciate defensive, bulky strategies that prioritize longevity over raw offensive power. The Pokémon's design has influenced broader cultural perception of the franchise itself, establishing templates for how enormous, gentle creatures are portrayed in modern media. Snorlax appears prominently in Super Smash Bros. series games, serving as both a stage hazard and character representation, introducing the Pokémon to audiences beyond core franchise players. Academic discussions of Pokémon design frequently reference Snorlax as exemplifying how character design can communicate personality and playstyle through physical form alone—its massive belly and perpetually closed eyes instantly convey its nature without requiring textual explanation.
Where to Find Snorlax-gmax in Every Pokémon Game
Gigantamax Snorlax availability is restricted primarily to Pokémon Sword and Shield, where it appears in specific Wild Area locations and can be encountered during particular weather conditions or time periods. The form cannot be accessed in other mainline games, making it exclusive to the Galar region despite Snorlax itself appearing across most Pokémon generations. Standard Snorlax remains broadly available throughout the mainline series, appearing in every generation from Red and Blue forward, though its specific locations vary significantly. In original Generation I games, wild Snorlax blocks key passages and must be awakened with a Poké Flute, a memorable gameplay moment that became iconic. Contemporary games typically provide Snorlax through multiple acquisition methods including wild encounters, breeding from Munchlax with high friendship evolution, and occasionally as fixed gift Pokémon. Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu and Eevee feature Snorlax in classic locations, maintaining series tradition, while Pokémon Legends: Arceus includes regional variations in the Hisui region. Trading and transfer mechanics via Pokémon Home enable players to move previously-obtained Snorlax into newer generations, though Gigantamax capability remains restricted to Sword and Shield specifically. Competitive players seeking Gigantamax Snorlax must obtain the form within those games or transfer compatible Snorlax from earlier titles if they possess the Gigantamax Factor. Event distributions have periodically provided Gigantamax-capable Snorlax through online raids or promotional distributions, offering alternative acquisition methods for players unable to hunt naturally occurring specimens.