Wigglytuff
Wigglytuff is a Normal/Fairy type Pokémon that evolved form of Jigglypuff. It is known for its round, balloon-like appearance and friendly demeanor.
Biology
Physical Characteristics
Wigglytuff is a rotund and balloon-shaped Pokémon, characterized by its distinctive pink coloration. Its skin has a bumpy texture, giving it a soft and plush-like appearance. The body is adorned with large expressive eyes that convey a gentle and friendly demeanor. Wigglytuff’s eyes are typically wide open, reflecting its alert and amiable nature.
The Pokémon features rabbit-like ears that are rounded and stand upright on either side of its head. These ears contribute to Wigglytuff’s overall cute and endearing look. Additionally, it has a unique tuft of hair on its forehead, forming a large, curled feathered crest. This tuft adds a touch of whimsy to Wigglytuff’s appearance and gives it a distinct, almost regal, quality.
Wigglytuff has stubby arms and feet, contributing to its chubby and huggable appearance. Despite its roundness, Wigglytuff possesses a surprising agility and can move swiftly when needed. The fur covering its body is soft and rubbery, making it an inviting and cuddly Pokémon.
In summary, Wigglytuff’s physical characteristics combine to create an image of an approachable, delightful, and charming Pokémon, making it a beloved member of the Pokémon world.
Behaviour
Wigglytuff, known for its adorable appearance, exhibits a behavior that aligns with its friendly demeanor. Here are detailed aspects of Wigglytuff’s behavior.
Wigglytuff is inherently playful, often engaging in lighthearted activities and games. Its joyful disposition makes it a delightful companion, especially in settings that encourage fun and laughter. Wigglytuff communicates with others through a range of expressive gestures. Its large, expressive eyes and facial features convey a wide array of emotions, allowing it to effectively communicate its feelings and intentions.
Despite its considerable size, Wigglytuff is known for its gentle and caring nature. It is particularly protective of those it cares about, displaying a nurturing attitude toward its trainers and fellow Pokémon.
Wigglytuff possesses a unique ability to sing. Its singing is not just for entertainment but also has a special property. The song can induce sleep in those who hear it, making Wigglytuff a useful ally in calming situations or lulling opponents to a peaceful slumber.
Wigglytuff is social and enjoys the company of other Pokémon and people. It is known to participate in social gatherings, showcasing its friendly nature and creating a positive atmosphere. Wigglytuff demonstrates curiosity about its surroundings. It may investigate its environment with a sense of wonder, often approaching new objects or places with a playful and explorative mindset.
Wigglytuff’s caring nature extends to a protective instinct, especially when its trainer or Pokémon companions are in need. It will not hesitate to use its strength to shield those it cares about from harm.
In summary, Wigglytuff’s behavior reflects its amiable and sociable character, making it a joyous presence in various Pokémon-related activities. Its ability to bring joy and comfort, coupled with a sense of responsibility, makes it a beloved companion in the Pokémon world.
Evolution
Wigglytuff is the evolved form of Jigglypuff and is part of the evolutionary line that begins with Igglybuff. Here is a detailed overview of the evolution of Wigglytuff.
The evolutionary line starts with Igglybuff, the baby form of Jigglypuff. Igglybuff evolves into Jigglypuff when it reaches a certain level of happiness and friendship with its trainer.
Jigglypuff further evolves into Wigglytuff when it is exposed to a Moon Stone. The Moon Stone is a special evolutionary item that triggers the transformation of certain Pokémon when used on them. When Jigglypuff comes into contact with the Moon Stone, it undergoes a metamorphosis, evolving into Wigglytuff. The use of a Moon Stone is a one-time process for the evolution of Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff. Moon Stones are rare and valuable items in the Pokémon world, and trainers must acquire them to facilitate this evolution.
The evolution from Jigglypuff to Wigglytuff brings significant changes in appearance. Wigglytuff is characterized by a larger size, prominent rabbit-like ears, and a round, fluffy body. The evolved form also sees improvements in its abilities, making Wigglytuff a more formidable and versatile Pokémon in battles. Wigglytuff retains certain traits from its pre-evolutionary form, such as its cute and endearing appearance. It also continues to possess the ability to sing, a characteristic that Jigglypuff is well-known for.
This evolutionary process enhances Wigglytuff’s physical attributes and abilities, transforming it into a more powerful and charming Pokémon.
Appearances
Anime Main Appearances
Guildmaster Wigglytuff
In the Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series, specifically in the games “Explorers of Time & Darkness” (first appearence) and in “Explorers of Sky – Beyond Time & Darkness” (reapeared during the planet’s paralysis). Wigglytuff plays a notable role. Wigglytuff serves as the Guildmaster of the Wigglytuff’s Guild. The guild is a central hub for the player and their partner Pokémon in the game. Wigglytuff delegated the task of rescuing Shinx’s sibling to Team PokéPals. Additionally, Wigglytuff has a quirky habit of occasionally dozing off with eyes wide open.
Nurse Joy’s Wigglytuff
Wigglytuff in the owner of Nurce of Joy on Kalos, made its first appearence in the episode ”A Battle of Aerial Mobility!”. They are often seen assisting Nurse Joy in the Pokémon Center, providing care and support for injured or ill Pokémon, instead of Chansey and Audino.
Other appearences
Neesha’s Wigglytuff was cloned by Mewtwo in both ”Mewtwo Strikes Back” and its remake ”Mewtwo Strikes Back—Evolution”. It reappeared in ”Mewtwo Returns”. In ”Lights, Camera, Quacktion!”, Cleavon Schpielbunk featured a Wigglytuff in his movie. In ”Thinning the Hoard!”, Harley utilized a distinctive, sinister-looking Wigglytuff during a Kanto Grand Festival Contest Battle against May’s Munchlax and Eevee.
Anime Minor Appearances
In ”The Power of One”, a Wigglytuff sensed the disturbance caused by Lawrence III. In ”Pikachu’s Rescue Adventure”, a Wigglytuff assisted the Trainers’ Pokémon and Elekid in rescuing the Exeggcute nests and Togepi during a storm. In ”Tricks of the Trade”, a Wigglytuff was present at the Pokémon Swap Meet in Palmpona. ”Beauty and the Breeder” featured a Pokémon Breeder’s Wigglytuff in a Pokémon breeding competition.
Multiple Wigglytuff appeared in a flashback in the episode ”A Giga Battle with Mega Results!”, each under owned by Nurse Joy.
In ”Till We Compete Again!”, a Wigglytuff was displayed on a video screen in the Lumiose City airport. A Wigglytuff also made an appearance in the episodes ”Not on MY Watch Ya Don’t!” (hypnotized and kidnapped by Team Rocket) and ”This Could be the Start of Something Big!”.
A Trainer’s Jigglypuff appeares also in the following epsodes:
- “A Claim to Flame!” (participating in a qualifying match for the Silver Conference)
- BWS01
- “Thawing an Icy Panic!”
- “Balloons, Brionne, and Belligerence!” (two of them appeared)
- “Battling Besties!.”
- ” From Z to Shining Z!” (seen watching the battle between Pikachu owned by Ash and Koko owned by Tapu)
- ”A Rollicking Roll…”
A Coordinator’s Wigglytuff participated in the Fallarbor Contest in the episode ”Pros and Con Artists!”.
Manga Appearances
Magical Pokémon Journey
In Magical Pokémon Journey, Wigglytuff takes center stage as a wealthy character residing in a mansion alongside her sister Jigglypuff and their butler Squirtle. In the episode “Even an Arbok Falls in Love!”, Arbok confesses his love, and Wigglytuff becomes his girlfriend.
Pokémon Adventures
Yellow arc – Wigglytuff made its first appearance in the episode “Punching Poliwrath,” receiving a checkup from Daisy Oak, the older sister of Blue and granddaughter of Professor Oak.
Gold, Silver & Crystal arc – A Wigglytuff participated in the battle in Ilex Forest during the episode ”The Last Battle XIII”.
FireRed & LeafGreen arc – One of the Green’s starter Pokémon, Jigglypuff known as Jiggly evolves into Wigglytuff Jiggly. Green evolved her Wigglytuff, Nidorina, and Snubbull in “Give It Your Best, Blastoise” to support Blasty’s enhanced Hydro Cannon attack, marking a significant stage in their development.
HeartGold & SoulSilver arc – In the episode ”Out-Odding Oddish” appeares a Wigglytuff owned by a Pokéathlon participant (Pokéathlon represents a series of Pokémon athletic competitions, similar to the format of Olympic track and field events).
Wigglytuff also appeared in these Pokémon manga:
Pocket Monsters DP – in the the seventeenth chapter of the Pocket Monsters DP manga, PMDP17.
Pokémon Gotta Catch ‘Em All – in the 45th chapter of the Pokémon Gotta Catch ‘Em All manga, GDZ45 (owned by contestant).
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Blazing Exploration Team – first appearence in the the second chapter of the Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Blazing Exploration Team manga, BET2.
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Ginji’s Rescue Team – in the episode ”Goodbye to a Peaceful Village!”.
Game data
Stats
Location
| Game version | Location |
|---|---|
| Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue | Cerulean Cave |
| Pokémon Yellow | Celadon City |
| Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver | Evolve Jigglypuff |
| Pokémon Crystal | Evolve Jigglypuff |
| Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire | Evolve Jigglypuff |
| Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen | Evolve Jigglypuff |
| Pokémon Emerald | Evolve Jigglypuff |
| Pokémon Colosseum | Trade |
| Pokémon XD | Trade |
| Pokémon Diamond and Pokémon Pearl | Evolve Jigglypuff |
| Pokémon Platinum | Evolve Jigglypuff |
| Pokémon HeartGold and Pokémon SoulSilver | Evolve Jigglypuff |
| Pokémon Black and Pokémon White | Route 14 |
| Pokémon Black 2 and Pokémon White 2 | Routes 1 and 2, Dreamyard |
| Pokémon X and Pokémon Y | Evolve Jigglypuff |
| Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire | Evolve Jigglypuff |
| Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon | Evolve Jigglypuff |
| Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon | Evolve Jigglypuff |
| Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! And Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! | Evolve Jigglypuff |
| Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield | Trade |
| Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl | Evolve Jigglypuff |
| Legends Arceus | Unobtainable |
| Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet | North Province (Area One) |
Wigglytuff's origin name
The names across different languages aim to capture Wigglytuff’s adorable, soft, and huggable qualities, using a combination of playful sounds and descriptive elements.
English: Wigglytuff – The English name combines “wiggly,” reflecting the Pokémon’s bouncy and jiggly movements, and “tuff,” possibly derived from “tough” or “fluff,” emphasizing its resilient and fluffy nature. The name captures both its playful demeanor and its cuddly appearance.
Japanese: プクリン (Pukurin) – The Japanese name “Pukurin” is a blend of “purin,” meaning pudding or jelly, highlighting its soft and round shape. The name reflects the Pokémon’s sweet and dessert-like characteristics.
French: Grodoudou – The French name “Grodoudou” combines elements that convey a sense of cuteness and softness. It’s a playful and endearing name suitable for this adorable Pokémon.
German: Knuddeluff – In German, “Knuddeluff” is a combination of “knuddeln” (cuddle) and “fluff,” emphasizing Wigglytuff’s huggable and fluffy qualities. The name reflects the Pokémon’s affectionate and comforting nature.
Spanish: Wigglytuff – The Spanish name is the same as the English name, maintaining the essence of the original combination of “wiggly” and “tuff.”
Italian: Wigglytuff – Similar to the English and Spanish names, the Italian name “Wigglytuff” is retained, conveying the same characteristics of playfulness and fluffiness.
Korean: 푸크린 (Pukurin) – The Korean name “푸크린” (Pukurin) is similar to the Japanese name, emphasizing the “poo” sound, possibly derived from “pudding” or “puff,” and “kurin” resembling the Japanese “purin,” meaning pudding or jelly.
Chinese (Simplified): 胖可丁 (Pàng Kě Dīng) – In Simplified Chinese, the name “胖可丁” (Pàng Kě Dīng) breaks down as “胖” (Pàng) meaning chubby or fat, and “可丁” (Kě Dīng) being a transliteration of the sound. Together, it conveys the idea of a chubby and adorable character.
Chinese (Traditional): 胖可丁 (Pàng Kě Dīng) – The Traditional Chinese name is the same as the Simplified version, using the characters “胖可丁” (Pàng Kě Dīng).