
#63Rookey
Stage 3, 3 forms
Catch rate
19%
Defense
100#4
Front“Big but skittish, it curls up upon hearing loud noises.”
About Rookey
Despite its imposing size, it is timid and gentle, always avoiding conflict. Whenever danger approaches, it curls up into a ball, but it always musters the courage to fight when its friends need protection.
Twined passiveGuardbreak Resonance — Increases BREAK.
Snowfield FormThey pad their armor with the fur of other Aniimo for warmth and better traction on snow when they curl up.
Mountain Woods FormShouldering the duty of protecting its clan, its armor has been polished to gold after blocking countless attacks, radiating with the light of courage.
Natures
A species only rolls from its own list, so any nature not shown here cannot be obtained on Rookey. What each nature means.
Rookey base stats
HP
100
#21 of 86
Attack
90
#51 of 86
Defense
100
#4 of 86
Magic attack
90
#51 of 86
Magic defense
70
#44 of 86
Break
105
#5 of 86
EP regen
75
#65 of 86
Rookey evolution
Rarity odds
Sparkling
1 in 20,000
Umbral
1 in 3,000
Run speed
4.7
Talent odds
Rookey's team and gear
Pairs withHexxin (ENERGY), Fragrancier (SUP)
Wants to holdGargantuan Horn
AbilityDetection · MobilityFrom the official Aniimo wiki, the one fact here not read from the game itself.
Every recommended pairing is on one page.
Held items and runes
Where to find Rookey

Spawn conditions
| Region | Weather | Time | Level | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russet Highlands | Any weather | Any time | 44–50 | 3 |
Cross every creature against weather and the clock in the spawn finder.
How to catch Rookey
Base catch rate 19% a throw with the standard Aniipod.
Staggering it first multiplies that by 1.5, and throwing from behind multiplies it by 1.5.
An Alpha version exists, Alpha Rookey. An Alpha is only catchable after it is defeated.
Run the numbers at any HP and level in the catch rate calculator.
Regions
Skills
Forms, twining and eggs
FormsBasic Form, Snowfield Form, Mountain Woods Form.
Basic Form
Snowfield Form
Mountain Woods FormHow forms work.
EggsEgg of Prayers, Egg of Prayers, Egg of Prayers, Egg of Prayers hatch Rookey. Hatch times.
Maxing itResonance eats Helmut Dewdrop Crystal and Night Stone. The full bill.
Tier list placings
Traits and how to unlock them
- Gentle Giant50 research points
Twine with Rookey, switch to ball form, and approach Helmut.
Despite its imposing size, Rookey is surprisingly gentle. Even when pushed around like a marble, it never gets angry.
- Snow Cocoon50 research points
Melt a snowball and find the Rookey hiding inside
To avoid being disturbed by Helmut, Rookey tucks itself into a snowball for a nap. Hidden and quiet.
Research objectives
- Use Skills10 / 20 / 40 / 80
- Core Skills Used5 / 10 / 20 / 40
- Use Ultimate2 / 5 / 10 / 20
- Own an Elite Aniimo1
- Obtain a Sparkling Aniimo1
- Catch an Alpha Aniimo1
Research rank is what unlocks accessory slots. How the Aniilog works.
Weak against and strong against
What Rookey is weak against
Rookey takes 1.6x damage from Wind, Light.
Wind Aniimo you can use against Rookey: Tromber, Cornet, Tubster, Gracewing.
What Rookey is strong against
Rookey deals 1.6x to Lightning, Grass, Light.
Lightning Aniimo you can use against Rookey: Fulmintis, Little Lightning Chirp, Thunderfeather Sparrow, Blazen.
Grass Aniimo you can use against Rookey: Irisalis, Butterfly Wing Sprite, Forest Cloak Butterfly, Leaf Hat Firefly.
Light Aniimo you can use against Rookey: Fennelun, Helion, Lunara, Soleon.
Rookey also resists Earth, taking 0.625x.
Frequently asked questions about Rookey
What is Rookey weak against?
Rookey is weak against Wind, Light. Those elements deal 1.6x damage to it.
What is Rookey strong against?
Rookey is strong against Lightning, Grass, Light, dealing 1.6x damage to them.
Where is Rookey found?
Rookey is found in Russet Highlands at level 44 to 50.
What is the catch rate for Rookey?
Rookey has a base catch rate of 19% a throw with a standard Aniipod. Staggering it multiplies that by 1.5 and throwing from behind by 1.5; catching it asleep, eating or baited doubles it.
What held item is best for Rookey?
Rookey should carry Gargantuan Horn, with BREAK runes.
Is there an Alpha Rookey?
Yes, Rookey has an Alpha form, Alpha Rookey. An Alpha is 2.4 times the size and can only be caught after it is defeated.

