Introduced in generation eight, with the Pokemon Sword and Shield games, Dubwool is a monotype normal Pokemon. It is the second stage evolution of its two stage evolution line and evolves from Wooloo once it reaches the level threshold. Dubwool is classified by the Pokedex as the “Sheep Pokemon'' which is likely a reference to its general design. This guide will showcase Dubwool’s capabilities in battle, its appearances in the anime, as well as other general facts about Dubwool.
About Dubwool
While Dubwool was introduced in generation eight, it made its first appearance with the Pokemon short series Twilight Wings, The Gathering of Stars. In this episode, Dubwool is seen under the ownership of Hop, implying the evolution of his Wooloo. The Pokedex mentions that Dubwool’s horns are all for show. They never use their horns in battle, and its only function is to impress the opposite gender.
| First appearance in anime | Pokemon Twilight Wings: The Gathering of Stars |
| First appearance in game | Pokemon Sword and Shield |
| Region | Galar |
| Evolution | Evolves from Wooloo, not known to evolve into any other Pokemon |
| 1st Evo level | 24 |
| 2nd Evo level | N/A |
| Pokedex Entry | Weave a carpet from its springy wool, and you end up with something closer to a trampoline. You'll start to bounce the moment you set foot on it. |
Dubwool Base Stats
| HP | 72 |
| ATTACK | 80 |
| DEFENCE | 100 |
| SP. ATTACK | 60 |
| SP. DEFENCE | 90 |
| SPEED | 88 |
| TOTAL | 490 |
Appearance
Dubwool is a white and black colored Pokemon that resembles rams. Most of its body is white, but patches of its wool are gray or black. Its long pointed horns are also black and there are smaller pointed horns below its head. It is covered in its wool which is said to have a springy quality, giving Dubwool some resilience against aggressive Pokemon. Dubwool is an average sized Pokemon at 4 feet and 3 inches, or 1.3 meters, tall.
Behavior
While Dubwool’s thick wool and large horns give it an intimidating appearance, Dubwool is a calm Pokemon. It prefers to avoid confrontations and its horns are only for show. The horns are never used in battle and are only used to impress the opposite gender. They seem to have some connection to Beheeyem, as they are nowhere to be seen when one appears. The Pokedex mentions that its wool is so thick that a carpet made from its wool is closer to a trampoline.
Strengths and Weaknesses
Dubwool has a decent line up of base stats. Its defensive stats are decent and its speed stat is high enough to compete against slower Pokemon. While its physical attack is not bad, Dubwool functions better as a defensive Pokemon. Dubwool does not have the strongest health pool, so it does not take damage for very long. As a monotype normal Pokemon, Dubwool takes 2x damage from fighting type moves. It is immune to ghost type moves but does not resist any other type of move in the game.
Best Moveset
In competitive play, Dubwool is typically found as a defensive Pokemon. Its decent speed allows it to move faster than other defensive Pokemon and it can be built to withstand a lot of damage. With the Leftovers, as a held item, along with the Fluffy ability, Dubwool can stand up to a lot of aggressive Pokemon. Consider running Cotton Guard, Body Press, Rest, and Sleep Talk/Payback. This set is aimed at scaling Dubwool’s physical defense. It uses Rest to keep Dubwool healthy and Sleep Talk in order to deal damage with Body Press. Payback can be considered if you need an answer to a fast aggressive Pokemon.
| Cotton Guard | Body Press |
| Rest | Sleep Talk/Payback |
How to Catch Dubwool in Pokemon Go?
If you would like to obtain a Dubwool in Pokemon Go, the easiest way to do so would be to first obtain a Wooloo and eventually evolve it into Dubwool. Most generation eight Pokemon have yet to be introduced to the game, but Wooloo was featured as one of the main character’s primary Pokemon. You can find Wooloo spawning in the wild, at a boosted rate, near fields, roads, schools, businesses, and other neighborhood areas. Unfortunately, neither Wooloo or Dubwool have been featured as raid bosses. It does not seem as if Wooloo has been available from eggs currently. To evolve Wooloo into Dubwool it will require 50 candies.
Trivia
- The inspiration for Dubwool’s design likely comes from the Jacob Sheep. A breed of sheep from England that is known for its four horns and black-and-white color scheme.
- The name Dubwool is a combination of the words double and wool.
FAQ
Is Dubwool any good?
Dubwool can function through a niche strategy. Using Rest to keep its health high and Cotton Guard to boost its defensive stats can be difficult with physical attacking Pokemon. However, the situation where Dubwool is powerful quickly falls apart against a special attacking Pokemon. It can be difficult for Dubwool to function in the ideal competitive environment.
What does Dubwool mean?
The name Dubwool is a combination of the words double and wool. It is likely referring to Dubwool’s large coat of wool. There are also two pairs of horns on Dubwool’s head. Its name lends to its design well. The connection between the words making up Dubwool’s name can be linked to its appearance.
What are Dubwool’s weaknesses?
As a monotype normal Pokemon, Dubwool will take 2x damage from fighting type moves. If it has the Fluffy ability it will also take 2x damage from fire type moves. Dubwool is immune to ghost type moves, but it does not resist any other type in the game. Using an aggressive special attacking Pokemon can knock out Dubwool quickly.
Conclusion
Congratulations, you now know just about everything there is to know about this “Sheep Pokemon”. While Dubwool has not made the biggest impact on competitive play, it can be a menacing Pokemon. With enough setup and time, Dubwool can deal significant damage to an opposing team. Keep it away from fire and fighting type Pokemon to find success. Reserve a slot on your team for Dubwool if you want a defensive normal type Pokemon.
