
#13Skippy
Stage 1, 3 forms
Catch rate
56%
Magic defense
76#30
Front“Look at its tiny head peeking out from under the lotus.”
About Skippy
They like to hide underwater and observe their surroundings using a lotus leaf as a strikingly ineffective disguise.
Twined passiveWater Spirit — While in water terrain, reduces the EP cost of all skills.
Sea of Flowers FormSkippies that inhabit the Sea of Flowers consume flower petals. The pigments slowly accumulate in their bodies, transforming their head leaf and skin into a delicate pinkish-red.
Snowfield FormSkippies living in cold regions don't find the snow cold at all; instead, they enjoy the cool feeling of the frozen head leaf on their heads.
Ecology
Backs off and watches41 Aniimo
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Read as “Skippydoes this when it meets that”. The reverse is a separate rule and is not always the same.
Natures
A species only rolls from its own list, so any nature not shown here cannot be obtained on Skippy. What each nature means.
Skippy base stats
HP
80
#69 of 86
Attack
70
#79 of 86
Defense
66
#67 of 86
Magic attack
70
#79 of 86
Magic defense
76
#30 of 86
Break
50
#45 of 86
EP regen
60
#83 of 86
Skippy evolution
Rarity odds
Sparkling
1 in 20,000
Umbral
1 in 3,000
Run speed
4.7
Talent odds
Skippy's team and gear
Pairs withSherro (DPS)
Wants to holdSpirited Feather, Miraculous Fleece
PathfindingTwine with Skippy to swim. All Pathfinding abilities.
Every recommended pairing is on one page.
Held items and runes
Where to find Skippy

Spawn conditions
| Region | Weather | Time | Level | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driftwise Meadow | Any weather | Any time | 49–55 | 28 |
| Nimbus Fields | Any weather | Any time | 3–15 | 13 |
| Sea of Flowers | Any weather | 06:00 to 20:00 | 13–28 | 9 |
| Mistwoods | Any weather | Any time | 12–36 | 7 |
| Forest of Falling Stars | Any weather | Any time | 18–25 | 5 |
| Mistwoods | Any weather | 06:00 to 20:00 | 12–36 | 4 |
| Sea of Flowers | Any weather | Any time | 13–28 | 3 |
| Forest of Falling Stars | Any weather | 06:00 to 20:00 | 18–25 | 1 |
| Forest of Falling Stars | Any weather | 20:00 to 06:00 | 18–25 | 1 |
| Nimbus Fields | Any weather | 20:00 to 06:00 | 3–15 | 1 |
| Sea of Flowers | Any weather | 20:00 to 06:00 | 13–28 | 1 |
Cross every creature against weather and the clock in the spawn finder.
How to catch Skippy
Base catch rate 56% 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 Skippy. 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, Sea of Flowers Form, Snowfield Form.
Basic Form
Sea of Flowers Form
Snowfield FormHow forms work.
TwiningTwine with Skippy to swim. Every twiner.
Photography2 photo objectives name Skippy: Let Me See, Water Slide. All objectives.
Maxing itResonance eats Skippy Dewdrop Crystal and Wave Stone. The full bill.
Tier list placings
Traits and how to unlock them
- Lotus Leaf Hat50 research points
Startle a disguised Skippy
The lotus leaf on Skippy’s head blocks the sun and helps it blend in, letting it cool off in the water without a care.
- One Big Happy Family50 research points
Twine with Skippy and spin its hat near Glacy.
For Skippy, spinning its lotus leaf is simply good manners. It may be a clumsy little greeting, but Glacy usually answers with surprising warmth.
- Water and Fire Don’t Mix50 research points
Twine with Skippy and approach Emberpup.
A wet Skippy is all it takes to send a water-shy Emberpup running.
Research objectives
- Defeat this Aniimo5 / 10 / 20 / 40
- Defeat this Aniimo using a Grass skill1 / 2 / 5 / 10
- Catch this Aniimo10 / 50 / 100 / 1000
- Complete the evolution of this Aniimo1 / 2 / 4 / 8
- Douse with a Water skill5
Research rank is what unlocks accessory slots. How the Aniilog works.
Weak against and strong against
What Skippy is weak against
Skippy takes 1.6x damage from Ice, Lightning, Grass.
Ice Aniimo you can use against Skippy: Malevsera, Glacy, Geoclaw, Glynsera.
Lightning Aniimo you can use against Skippy: Fulmintis, Little Lightning Chirp, Thunderfeather Sparrow, Blazen.
Grass Aniimo you can use against Skippy: Irisalis, Butterfly Wing Sprite, Forest Cloak Butterfly, Leaf Hat Firefly.
What Skippy is strong against
Skippy deals 1.6x to Fire, Earth.
Fire Aniimo you can use against Skippy: Scorchhowl, Inferlupa, Flamerion, Squashel.
Earth Aniimo you can use against Skippy: Coraliz, Shrubclaw, Waleetle, Bouldus.
Skippy also resists Water, Fire, Earth, Dark, taking 0.625x.
Frequently asked questions about Skippy
What is Skippy weak against?
Skippy is weak against Ice, Lightning, Grass. Those elements deal 1.6x damage to it.
What is Skippy strong against?
Skippy is strong against Fire, Earth, dealing 1.6x damage to them.
Where is Skippy found?
Skippy is found in Driftwise Meadow at level 49 to 55; Nimbus Fields at level 3 to 15; Sea of Flowers at level 13 to 28, between 06:00 to 20:00.
What is the catch rate for Skippy?
Skippy has a base catch rate of 56% 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 does Skippy evolve into?
Skippy evolves into Pranky.
What held item is best for Skippy?
Skippy should carry Spirited Feather, Miraculous Fleece, with HP runes.
Is there an Alpha Skippy?
Yes, Skippy has an Alpha form, Alpha Skippy. An Alpha is 2.4 times the size and can only be caught after it is defeated.

