Jigglypuff
Jigglypuff is a Normal/Fairy type Pokémon known for its round, balloon-like appearance and ability to put others to sleep by singing a lullaby. It’s recognized for its pink color and is part of the Pokémon franchise, often appearing in various Pokémon games, anime, and other media.
Biology
Physical Characteristics
Jigglypuff has the following physical characteristics.
Jigglypuff’s body is characterized by a spherical shape, and it has a plump and chubby appearance. It is a round, balloon-like creature with a predominantly pink coloration. While the exact composition is unclear, Jigglypuff’s skin or fur is incredibly soft to the touch, and it possesses a velvety texture.
Jigglypuff is relatively small compared to many other Pokémon, standing at about one foot in height. Its compact size enhances its cuteness.
Jigglypuff’s large, round blue eyes are expressive and filled with a kind, friendly gaze. Its small, smiling mouth often adds to its cute demeanor. Jigglypuff has small, pointed ears located on the top of its head. These ears contribute to its sense of hearing.
Jigglypuff has short arms with three fingers on each hand. Despite their small size, these arms are surprisingly dexterous. Its stubby feet have small, visible toes.
The main color of Jigglypuff is a soft pink, giving it a gentle and endearing appearance. Some variations in color may be present, particularly around its eyes or ears.
One of Jigglypuff’s distinctive traits is its ability to inflate itself like a balloon. This inflation occurs when Jigglypuff becomes agitated or during its signature move, Sing.
These combined features make Jigglypuff an iconic and easily recognizable Pokémon known for its adorable, almost toy-like appearance.
Behaviour
Jigglypuff, like other Pokémon, is known for its distinctive behavior. Here are detailed aspects of Jigglypuff’s behavior.
Jigglypuff’s most famous behavior is its ability to sing a soothing lullaby through its song, often called “Sing.” The song has a unique effect, causing those who hear it to become drowsy and eventually fall asleep.
Jigglypuff has the ability to inflate itself like a balloon. It does this when it feels threatened or annoyed, emphasizing its round shape. In this inflated state, Jigglypuff becomes bouncy and light, allowing it to float effortlessly.
Jigglypuff has a mischievous side and tends to draw on the faces of people and other Pokémon using a marker. It carries a marker specifically for this purpose and is known to complete its artwork after its song induces sleep.
Jigglypuff is not tied to a specific habitat and is known to wander from place to place, seeking audiences for its performances. Jigglypuff is highly sensitive to the emotions of those around it. It may become upset or inflate itself in response to perceived slights or indifference.
Jigglypuff enjoys being the center of attention during its performances. If it doesn’t receive the attention it seeks, it might resort to drawing on faces. Despite its occasional mischievous acts, Jigglypuff is generally friendly and seeks companionship. In some instances, Jigglypuff has been known to travel alongside other Pokémon or Trainers.
Jigglypuff is not particularly fond of battles and will usually only engage in them when provoked or threatened.
These behavioral traits contribute to Jigglypuff’s unique and memorable character in the Pokémon world, making it a combination of cute, mischievous, and musically talented.
Evolution
Jigglypuff evolves from Igglybuff and undergoes one more evolution to become Wigglytuff. Here are the details of Jigglypuff’s evolution line.
Jigglypuff is the evolved form of Igglybuff. Igglybuff evolves into Jigglypuff when its friendship or happiness level with its Trainer reaches a sufficiently high point. Participating in battles, gaining experience, using certain items, and simply spending time with the Trainer all contribute to building happiness.
Jigglypuff further evolves into Wigglytuff. The evolution from Jigglypuff to Wigglytuff is triggered by the use of a Moon Stone. Once a Jigglypuff is exposed to a Moon Stone, it evolves into Wigglytuff permanently. Wigglytuff gains increased stats and abilities compared to its previous form.
The Moon Stone is a special evolutionary item that affects several Pokémon, including Jigglypuff. It induces evolution and is consumed in the process. Moon Stones are often associated with evolution into more mature and powerful forms.
The evolution from Igglybuff to Jigglypuff and then to Wigglytuff represents a progression of increased strength, capabilities, and maturity. Evolving enhances the Pokémon’s movepool, allowing it to learn a wider variety of moves.
Jigglypuff is part of a family line that includes Igglybuff, Jigglypuff, and Wigglytuff. Each stage represents a different point in the life cycle of this Pokémon family. Jigglypuff’s evolution into Wigglytuff via a Moon Stone is a characteristic feature in its evolutionary journey, contributing to its growth, strength, and adaptability in the Pokémon world.
Appearances
Anime Main Appearances
Jigglypuff made its first appearance in the episode “The Song of Jigglypuff”. Throughout the original series, it accompanied Ash and his friends, eager to perform its iconic song without inducing sleep. Unfortunately, its attempts were mostly unsuccessful, and it often resorted to doodling on the faces of those who dozed off.
Following Johto, Jigglypuff’s appearances became infrequent, with a brief feature in an early ”Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire episode”. It reemerged in ”Alola, Kanto!” and ”When Regions Collide!”, sleeping atop Ash and his classmates’ plane, making semi-regular appearances in ”Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon”. In ”Thank You, Alola! The Journey Continues!”, Jigglypuff was spotted boarding the plane with Ash as he returned to Kanto.
Anime Minor Appearances
Various appearances of Jigglypuff include a hot-air balloon in ”Bye Bye Butterfree!”, image in ”The Ultimate Test” and on Shingo’s laptop in ”Wired for Battle!”, and multiple instances in contests and conferences like ”The Saffron Con”, ”Lily of the Valley Conference”, and more.
Notable appearances also include ”Pikachu’s Vacation”, ”Pikachu’s Rescue Adventure”, ”Gonna Rule The School!”, ”Destiny Deoxys”, ”Once More With Reeling!”, ”Stopped in the Name of Love!”, ”An Old Family Blend!”, ”Where Dreams and Adventures Begin!”, ”Mega Evolution Special III”, and ”Adventures in Running Errands!”.
A Coordinator’s Jigglypuff appeares in the episodes ”The Saffron Con” and ”May, We Harley Drew’d Ya!”. In the episode ”Once More With Reeling!”, two Jigglypuff owned by Coordinator participated in the Terracotta Contest.
A Trainer’s Jigglypuff appeares also in the following epsodes:
- “Mega Evolution Special III”
- “Adventures in Running Errands!”
- “A League of His Own!”
- “The First Day of the Rest of Your Life!”, “ The Power of Us” and ”Securing the Future!” (two of them appeared)
- “Battling on the Wing!”
- ”Getting Down to The Ire!”
- ”Z-Move Showdown!’
- ”Exhibition Unmasked!”
- ”A Crackling Raid Battle!”
- ”To Train, or Not to Train!” (reappeared in ”Breaking the Ice!”)
- ”Secrets of the Jungle”
- ”Beyond Chivalry… Aiming to be a Leek Master!”
- ”This Could be the Start of Something Big!”
- ”Nemona and Brassius and…”
Manga Appearances
The Electric Tale of Pikachu
In the episode “Clefairy in Space,” Mimi, a young girl who appeares only in this episode, cherishes her Jigglypuff as her closest companion. During the episode, Mimi’s Jigglypuff plays a crucial role in safeguarding a group of wild Clefairy from Team Rocket’s Jessie and James.
In the episode “Attack of the Demon Stomach,” Ash utilized Jigglypuff’s Sing to put a wild Snorlax into a deep sleep, facilitating his attempt to capture it.
Magical Pokémon Journey
In Magical Pokémon Journey, Jigglypuff takes center stage as a wealthy character residing in a mansion alongside her sister Wigglytuff and butler Squirtle. Despite her passion for cooking, her culinary skills often lead to unfortunate consequences.
Pokémon Adventures
Red, Green & Blue arc – Green’s starter Pokémon, Jigglypuff, affectionately known as Jiggly, made her debut in ”Tauros the Tyrant”. With the unique ability to expand to several times her size, Jiggly serves as a floating companion for Green.
FireRed & LeafGreen arc – Green’s starter Pokémon Jiggly evolves into Wigglytuff.
Emerald arc – A Jigglypuff from the Battle Factory featured in ”Interesting Interactions Involving Illumise”. Additionally, the Battle Tower’s rented Jigglypuff, stolen by Guile Hideout in ”The Final Battle VII”, made subsequent appearances in flashbacks and physical form in ”The Final Battle VIII” and ”The Final Battle IX”.
Black 2 & White 2 arc – multiple participated in Choir Tournament at the Autumn Choir Tournament. In the episode ” Epilogue: Graduation Ceremony” Maya, a student at the Aspertia City Trainers’ School in this manga, was seen owning a Jigglypuff.
X & Y arc – Jigglypuff appeares in the episodes ”Scizor Defends” (resident of the Pokémon Village), ”Malamar Traps”, ”Chesnaught Protects”, ”Zygarde Agitated”, and ”Xerneas Gives”.
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire arc – Green’s second Jigglypuff known as Ririri appeares in PS607.
Pokémon Pocket Monsters
Green’s Jigglypuff debuted in ”The Big Battle In The Viridian Forest!!”. Misty, Professor Oak, and Giovanni also own Jigglypuff, each making appearances in various episodes, and Red caught a Jigglypuff prior to ”Red VS Green?!”.
Additionally, Jigglypuff featured in episodes such as ”Aim to be the No. 1 Pokémon!”, ”The Legendary Moltres Appears!!”, ”Panic on the Luxury Liner?!”, ”Save the Pokémon Zoo!!”, ”Pikachu’s Birthday Party”, and ”The Exam Showdown!!”.
Jigglypuff also appeared in these Pokémon manga:
Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys – in the episodes ”Let’s Go! The Journey Towards The Championship” (intro) and ”The Secret Of The Fighting Type Pokémon”.
Pokémon Gotta Catch ‘Em All – in the episodes ”The Terrible Twins, Rin & Ran” (owned by Rin) and in GDZ21, GDZ23 and GDZ67 (owned by monk).
Pokémon + Nobunaga’s Ambition ~ Ranse’s Color Picture Scroll ~ – owned by Oichi, a Warlord in Pokémon Conquest.
Pokémon Ruby-Sapphire – in the episode ”Something Happened!! Let’s Go After Pikachu!!” (owned by Rubi).
Pokémon Zensho – in the seventh chapter of the Pokémon Zensho manga – PZ08 (Satoshi used Jigglypuff’s Sing to put Articuno into a spleep, enabling Blaine to capture it).
Game data
Stats
Location
| Game version | Location |
|---|---|
| Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue | Route 3 |
| Pokémon Yellow | Routes 5, 6, 7, and 8 |
| Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver | Routes 3, 4, and 46 |
| Pokémon Crystal | Routes 5, 6, 7, 8, 34, and 35 |
| Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire | Route 115 |
| Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen | Route 3 |
| Pokémon Emerald | Route 115 |
| Pokémon Colosseum | Trade |
| Pokémon XD | Trade |
| Pokémon Diamond and Pokémon Pearl | Trophy Garden |
| Pokémon Platinum | Trophy Garden |
| Pokémon HeartGold and Pokémon SoulSilver | Routes 3 and 4, Safari Zone |
| Pokémon Black and Pokémon White | Route 14 |
| Pokémon Black 2 and Pokémon White 2 | Routes 1 and 2, Dreamyard |
| Pokémon X and Pokémon Y | Route 20, Pokémon Village, Friend Safari |
| Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire | Route 115 |
| Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon | Routes 4 and 6 |
| Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon | Routes 4 and 6 |
| Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! And Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! | Routes 5, 6, 7 and 8 |
| Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield | Trade |
| Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl | Trophy Garden |
| Legends Arceus | Unobtainable |
| Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet | North Province (Area One), South Province (Area Two), West Province (Area Three) |
Jigglypuff's origin name
The names across different languages often incorporate elements related to the character’s round shape, softness, or playful demeanor, contributing to the global recognition of Jigglypuff in the Pokémon franchise.
English: Jigglypuff: The English name “Jigglypuff” is a combination of “jiggly,” representing the character’s bouncy and wobbly movements, and “puff,” referring to its balloon-like appearance.
Japanese: Purin (プリン): In Japanese, Jigglypuff is known as “Purin.” The name is derived from the English word “pudding,” emphasizing the character’s soft and round features.
German: Pummeluff: The German name for Jigglypuff is “Pummeluff,” combining “pummel” (to thump or beat) with “fluff” (referring to its fluffy nature).
French: Rondoudou: In French, Jigglypuff is called “Rondoudou,” a playful name formed by combining “rond” (round) with “doudou” (a soft and cuddly toy).
Spanish: Jigglypuff: The Spanish name for Jigglypuff remains consistent with the English name, using “Jigglypuff.”
Italian: Jigglypuff: Similarly, the Italian version maintains the English name, using “Jigglypuff”.
Korean: Purin (푸린): The Korean name for Jigglypuff is “Purin,” following the Japanese pronunciation.
Chinese (Simplified): Bèibèi Qiú (胖丁): The Simplified Chinese name “Bèibèi Qiú” means “chubby ball,” capturing the essence of Jigglypuff’s appearance.
Chinese (Traditional): Bèibèi Qiú (胖丁): The Traditional Chinese name is the same as the Simplified version, meaning “chubby ball”.