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Forretress is a Bug and Steel-type Pokemon known for its hard shell, high Defense stat and long history as a hazard-setting support Pokemon. This guide covers Forretress’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and Pokemon Champions information.
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Forretress guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates.
| Description | Quick Facts |
| Stats | Best Moves |
| All Moves | Weaknesses |
| Evolution | Locations |
| FAQ |
Forretress is a Bug and Steel-type Pokemon known for its hard shell, high Defense stat and long history as a hazard-setting support Pokemon.
Competitive Overview
Forretress is often useful as a defensive utility Pokemon. It can set hazards, remove hazards with Rapid Spin and pivot with support moves, though it must avoid Fire-type attacks because of its major Fire weakness.
Forretress
#0205
Bug / Steel
Bagworm Pokemon
3’11” / 1.2 m
277.3 lbs / 125.8 kg
Sturdy, Overcoat
Use the stats shortcode below to view Forretress’s current stat spread.
Spikes is one of Forretress’s useful moves across Pokemon games.
Toxic Spikes is one of Forretress’s useful moves across Pokemon games.
Stealth Rock is one of Forretress’s useful moves across Pokemon games.
Rapid Spin is one of Forretress’s useful moves across Pokemon games.
Gyro Ball is one of Forretress’s useful moves across Pokemon games.
Volt Switch is one of Forretress’s useful moves across Pokemon games.
Explosion is one of Forretress’s useful moves across Pokemon games.
Body Press is one of Forretress’s useful moves across Pokemon games.
Use the section below to view Forretress’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Bug / Steel
Fire
Normal, Grass, Ice, Psychic, Bug, Rock, Dragon, Steel, Fairy
Poison
Sturdy gives Forretress additional value depending on the game, format and matchup.
Overcoat gives Forretress additional value depending on the game, format and matchup.
This section shows the main Forretress evolution line.
Starting form
Evolves from Pineco at Level 31
Forretress’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Use the dropdowns below for generation-based location guidance.
| Game | Where to Find Forretress |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Forretress |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Most commonly obtained by evolving Pineco at Level 31, with wild appearances in some later games and special areas. |
| Game | Where to Find Forretress |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Available through listed encounters, trade or migration depending on version. |
| Game | Where to Find Forretress |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Available through listed encounters, evolution, trade or migration depending on version. |
| Game | Where to Find Forretress |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Available through listed encounters, evolution, trade or migration depending on version. |
| Game | Where to Find Forretress |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Available through listed encounters, evolution, trade or migration depending on version. |
| Game | Where to Find Forretress |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Available through listed encounters, evolution, trade or migration depending on version. Not available in Let’s Go unless stated otherwise. |
| Game | Where to Find Forretress |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Available through listed encounters, evolution, trade or transfer depending on version. |
| Game | Where to Find Forretress |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Location data not yet available for Pokemon Legends Z-A. Check Scarlet and Violet encounter data or transfer support where available. |
| Game | Where to Find Forretress |
|---|---|
| Pokemon game | Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Forretress. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Forretress is a Bug / Steel-type Pokemon.
Forretress is weak to Fire-type moves.
Forretress’s abilities are Sturdy, Overcoat.
Evolves from Pineco at Level 31
Forretress’s best moves often include Spikes, Toxic Spikes, Stealth Rock, Rapid Spin, Gyro Ball, Volt Switch, Explosion, Body Press.
Forretress is often useful as a defensive utility Pokemon. It can set hazards, remove hazards with Rapid Spin and pivot with support moves, though it must avoid Fire-type attacks because of its major Fire weakness.
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