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Muk

Muk

#89 in the Platinum Pokédex • Sludge Pokémon

Muk

#89 in the Platinum Pokédex • Sludge Pokémon

Stats

Base stat spread shown as a hex chart and supporting stat bars.

Min

Max

HP

105

320

414

Attack

105

193

339

Defense

75

139

273

Sp. Atk

65

121

251

Sp. Def

100

184

328

Speed

50

94

218

Total

500

Ranges are for Level 100. Max assumes a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, and 31 IVs; min assumes a hindering nature, 0 EVs, and 0 IVs.

Grimer

Shellder

Muk normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Muk sprite

Shiny

Muk

Sludge Pokémon

#89
Poison

Height

1.2 m (3'11")

Weight

30 kg (66.1 lbs)

Abilities

StenchSticky Hold

It's Super Effective

Damage multipliers Muk takes from each attacking type, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance.

Weak to

Ground

Psychic

Resists

Grass

0.5×

Fighting

0.5×

Poison

0.5×

Bug

0.5×

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
-
EV yield
1 HP, 1 Atk
Catch rate
75
Base Exp.
175

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg Groups
Amorphous
Gender
50% male
50% female
Egg cycles
20 (5,120 steps)

Lore

Version-specific Pokédex entries for this Pokémon.
Pokémon Platinum box art

Pokémon Platinum

A toxic fluid seeps from its body. The fluid instantly kills plants and trees on contact.

Evolution

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Grimer

Grimer

#88

Level 38

Muk

Muk

#89

Held Items

Items this Pokémon may hold when encountered in the wild.
NuggetNugget
Platinum
5%

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartPoundNormalPhysical4010035

The foe is physically pounded with a long tail or a foreleg, etc.

StartHardenNormalStatus--30

The user stiffens all the muscles in its body to raise its Defense stat.

StartPoison GasPoisonStatus-5540

A cloud of poison gas is sprayed in the foe’s face. It may poison the target.

StartMud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

The user hurls mud in the foe’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.

4HardenNormalStatus--30

The user stiffens all the muscles in its body to raise its Defense stat.

7Mud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

The user hurls mud in the foe’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.

12DisableNormalStatus-8020

For several turns, this move prevents the foe from using the move it last used.

17MinimizeNormalStatus--20

The user compresses its body to make itself look smaller. The user’s evasion stat is boosted.

20SludgePoisonSpecial6510020

Unsanitary sludge is hurled at the foe. It may also poison the target.

23Mud BombGroundSpecial658510

The user launches a hard-packed mud ball to attack. It may also lower the target’s accuracy.

28FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the foe to attack. Its power and effects depend on the item.

33ScreechNormalStatus-8540

An earsplitting screech is emitted to sharply reduce the foe’s Defense stat.

36Sludge BombPoisonSpecial9010010

The user attacks by hurling filthy sludge at the foe. It may also poison the target.

44Acid ArmorPoisonStatus--40

The user alters its cellular structure to liquefy itself, sharply raising its Defense stat.

54Gunk ShotPoisonPhysical120705

The user shoots filthy garbage at the foe to attack. It may also poison the target.

65MementoDarkStatus-10010

The user faints upon using this move. In return, it sharply lowers the target’s Attack and Sp. Atk.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines and Hidden Machines in Pokémon Platinum.
Class
Description
TM01Focus PunchFightingPhysical15010020

The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. It will fail if the user is hit before it is used.

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-8510

A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.

TM10Hidden PowerNormalSpecial110015

A unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it.

TM11Sunny DayFireStatus--5

The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.

TM12TauntDarkStatus-10020

The foe is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for two to four turns.

TM15Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150905

The foe is attacked with a powerful beam. The user must rest on the next turn to regain its energy.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM18Rain DanceWaterStatus--5

The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water- type moves.

TM19Giga DrainGrassSpecial6010010

A nutrient-draining attack. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.

TM24ThunderboltElectricSpecial9510015

A strong electric blast is loosed at the foe. It may also leave the foe paralyzed.

TM25ThunderElectricSpecial1207010

A wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the foe to inflict damage. It may also leave the target paralyzed.

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.

TM28DigGroundPhysical8010010

The user burrows, then attacks on the second turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.

TM30Shadow BallGhostSpecial8010015

The user hurls a shadowy blob at the foe. It may also lower the foe’s Sp. Def stat.

TM31Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

The user attacks with tough fists, etc. It can also break any barrier such as Light Screen and Reflect.

TM32Double TeamNormalStatus--15

By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.

TM34Shock WaveElectricSpecial60-20

The user strikes the foe with a quick jolt of electricity. This attack cannot be evaded.

TM35FlamethrowerFireSpecial9510015

The foe is scorched with an intense blast of fire. The target may also be left with a burn.

TM36Sludge BombPoisonSpecial9010010

The user attacks by hurling filthy sludge at the foe. It may also poison the target.

TM38Fire BlastFireSpecial120855

The foe is attacked with an intense blast of all-consuming fire. It may also leave the target with a burn.

TM39Rock TombRockPhysical508010

Boulders are hurled at the foe. It also lowers the foe’s Speed by preventing its movement.

TM41TormentDarkStatus-10015

The user torments and enrages the foe, making it incapable of using the same move twice in a row.

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, paralyzed, or has a burn.

TM43Secret PowerNormalPhysical7010020

The user attacks with a secret power. Its added effects vary depending on the user’s environment.

TM44RestPsychicStatus--5

The user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status problem.

TM45AttractNormalStatus-10015

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.

TM46ThiefDarkPhysical4010010

The user attacks and steals the foe’s held item simultaneously. It can’t steal if the user holds an item.

TM52Focus BlastFightingSpecial120705

The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the foe to attack. Its power and effects depend on the item.

TM58EndureNormalStatus--10

The user endures any attack, leaving 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM64ExplosionNormalPhysical2501005

The user explodes to inflict damage on all Pokémon in battle. The user faints upon using this move.

TM66PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

If the user can use this attack after the foe attacks, its power is doubled.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the foe using every bit of its power. The user must rest on the next turn.

TM78CaptivateNormalStatus-10020

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe is charmed into sharply lowering its Sp. Atk stat.

TM79Dark PulseDarkSpecial8010015

The user releases a horrible aura imbued with dark thoughts. It may also make the target flinch.

TM80Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

Large boulders are hurled at the foe to inflict damage. It may also make the target flinch.

TM82Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.

TM83Natural GiftNormalPhysical-10015

The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power.

TM84Poison JabPoisonPhysical8010020

The foe is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. It may also poison the foe.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

The user enrages the foe into confusion. However, it also sharply raises the foe’s Attack stat.

TM90SubstituteNormalStatus--10

The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.

HM04StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

The foe is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It can also be used to move boulders.

HM06Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

The user slugs the foe with a shattering punch. It can also smash cracked boulders.

Tutors

Moves this Pokémon can learn from move tutors in this game.
Class
Description
Fire PunchFirePhysical7510015

The foe is punched with a fiery fist. It may leave the target with a burn.

Gunk ShotPoisonPhysical120705

The user shoots filthy garbage at the foe to attack. It may also poison the target.

Ice PunchIcePhysical7510015

The foe is punched with an icy fist. It may leave the target frozen.

Mud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

The user hurls mud in the foe’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.

SnoreNormalSpecial4010015

An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the foe flinch.

Thunder PunchElectricPhysical7510015

The foe is punched with an electrified fist. It may leave the target with paralysis.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Stench

Ability Slot 1

The stench helps keep wild Pokémon away.

Has a 10% chance of making target Pokémon flinch with each hit.

Sticky Hold

Ability Slot 2

Protects the Pokémon from item theft.

Prevents a held item from being removed by other Pokémon.

#88

Grimer

#90

Shellder

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