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Snorlax Build: Best Items & Moveset Guide

Snorlax is a playable character in Pokemon Unite (Pokemon MOBA). Guide features Snorlax's stats, best items, moveset, unite move, build, gameplay, skin & more!

Snorlax Buffs, Nerfs, & Changes

Snorlax Move Changes (December 9)

Move / Stat	Changes
Flail	- Move level has changed from Lv. 6 to Lv. 5. - Flail+ upgrade has changed from Lv. 12 to Lv. 11. - Duration of the effects has been increased reduced from 6s to 4s
Heavy Slam	- Move level has changed from Lv. 6 to Lv. 5. - Heavy Slam+ upgrade has changed from Lv. 12 to Lv. 11.
Block	- Move level has changed from Lv. 8 to Lv. 7. - Block+ upgrade has changed from Lv. 14 to Lv. 13.
Yawn	- Move level has changed from Lv. 8 to Lv. 7. - Yawn+ upgrade has changed from Lv. 14 to Lv. 13.
Power Nap	- Move level has changed from Lv. 10 to Lv. 9.

On the December 9th Update, Snorlax received major adjustments wherein the level of the moves learned have been adjusted to match the learning levels of other Pokemon. These changes may affect Snorlax's performance in the match.

Snorlax Move Changes (September 22nd)

Move / Stat	Changes
Yawn	- A bug was fixed in which the affected Pokemon that was asleep wouldn’t be woken up when attacked. (Effectively a nerf)

Snorlax receives a minor bug fix to its Yawn move during the September 22nd Patch. Although this fix affects the move's effectiveness, there are no other changes made to Snorlax. This is unlikely to affect Snorlax's position as one of the best Defenders in the game!

August 18th Changes

Move / Stat	Changes
Heavy Slam	- Damage done to enemy Pokemon reduced by 5%
Block	- The duration of the move was shortened from 5s to 4s
Flail	- Strengthened the effect of the move. (Details TBD)
Power Nap	- HP recovery amount reduced by 30%

Snorlax has received some nerfs in the August 18th patch, many of which were a long time coming. In addition to damage and HP recovery reductions, Block's effect will also see a nerf. To compensate, however, Flail seems to have received a buff.

Snorlax Overview

Snorlax Stats

Offense	(3)
Endurance	(10)
Mobility	(4)
Scoring	(3)
Support	(5)
Total	25

HP, Defense, & Sp. Defense

※ Listed stat values are at level 15

Snorlax Evolution

Final Form (Does not evolve)	Snorlax

Snorlax Best Builds

Overview Of Builds

※ Click or tap to swap between different builds

Lane
Top
Moves
Lv. 6	Heavy Slam Has the user slam its heavy body down, dealing damage to opposing Pokemon in the area of effect and throwing them Cooldown: 7 seconds
Lv. 8	Block Has the user spread their arms wide to create a wall and grants it a shield. Prevents opposing Pokemon from passing through the wall and shoves them if they run into it. Cooldown: 11 seconds
Held Items
Focus Band	・Def +2 (+30) ・Sp. Def 0 (+30) When the Pokemon drops to low HP, then each second for three seconds, it recovers 8% of the HP it had lost.
Buddy Barrier	・HP +20 (+600) When the Pokemon uses its Unite Move, that Pokemon and the nearby ally Pokemon with the lowest HP are each granted a shield equal to 20% of their max HP.
Score Shield	・HP +15 (+450) While Pokemon is attempting to score a goal, it is granted a shield equal to 5% of its max HP and its goals cannot be interrupted while it is shielded.
Battle Item
Eject Button	・Quickly moves your Pokemon in the designated location. (Cooldown: 70s)

Heavy Slam For Damage & Disruption

Heavy Slam is a great move in both dealing damage and disrupting opponents as it makes them fall off their feet mid-battle. A lot of battles can get quite heated among several Pokemon at once, and this move deals the perfect mix of damage and disruption that could help tip the scales in your team's favor.

Block For Crowd Control

Block is a great choice in battle as it helps with crowd control. Use it to either defend your team from the onslaught of your opponents or block opponents from goals by shoving them away.

Lane
Top
Moves
Lv. 6	Flail Has the user flail about, increasing the user's basic attack damage the lower the user's HP is Cooldown: 6.5 seconds
Lv. 8	Yawn Has the user let loose a huge yawn that lulls opposing Pokemon into a sleepy haze, putting opposing Pokemon hit by this move to sleep. Cooldown: 12 seconds
Held Items
Focus Band	・Def +2 (+30) ・Sp. Def 0 (+30) When the Pokemon drops to low HP, then each second for three seconds, it recovers 8% of the HP it had lost.
Muscle Band	・Atk +1 (+15) ・Basic Atk Speed +0% (+7.5%) When basic attacks hit, the damage is increased by 1% of the opposing Pokemon's remaining HP.
Score Shield	・HP +15 (+450) While Pokemon is attempting to score a goal, it is granted a shield equal to 5% of its max HP and its goals cannot be interrupted while it is shielded.
Battle Item
Eject Button	・Quickly moves your Pokemon in the designated location. (Cooldown: 70s)

Flail For Extra Power

Snorlax is usually thrust right in the middle of battle in order to defend opponents, which is why Flail is particularly useful in these heated moments as your basic attack damage will increase in proportion to how low your HP is. This move is key to pummeling your opponents for a quick KO.

Yawn To Help Turn The Tables

Yawn is a great move as it puts surrounding opponents to sleep. This gives your team ample opportunity to turn the tables in a close fight. Do make sure to aim well as it's not a sure hit.

Lane
Top
Moves
Lv. 6	Heavy Slam Has the user slam its heavy body down, dealing damage to opposing Pokemon in the area of effect and throwing them Cooldown: 7 seconds
Lv. 8	Yawn Has the user let loose a huge yawn that lulls opposing Pokemon into a sleepy haze, putting opposing Pokemon hit by this move to sleep. Cooldown: 12 seconds
Held Items
Focus Band	・Def +2 (+30) ・Sp. Def 0 (+30) When the Pokemon drops to low HP, then each second for three seconds, it recovers 8% of the HP it had lost.
Muscle Band	・Atk +1 (+15) ・Basic Atk Speed +0% (+7.5%) When basic attacks hit, the damage is increased by 1% of the opposing Pokemon's remaining HP.
Buddy Barrier	・HP +20 (+600) When the Pokemon uses its Unite Move, that Pokemon and the nearby ally Pokemon with the lowest HP are each granted a shield equal to 20% of their max HP.
Battle Item
Eject Button	・Quickly moves your Pokemon in the designated location. (Cooldown: 70s)

Yawn For Crowd Control

Yawn is a great alternative to Block for crowd control if you're not confident with using the latter as it puts surrounding opponents to sleep easily. Do make sure to aim well as it's not a sure hit.

Deal Damage With Heavy Slam

You'll need to be able to take down opponents as you try to control the crowd, so utilize Heavy Slam for this purpose. It's a great move as it both deals damage and disrupts opponents by making them fall off their feet mid-battle.

Lane
Top
Moves
Lv. 5	Flail Has the user flail about, increasing the user's basic attack damage the lower the user's HP is Cooldown: 6.5 seconds
Lv. 7	Block Has the user spread their arms wide to create a wall and grants it a shield. Prevents opposing Pokemon from passing through the wall and shoves them if they run into it. Cooldown: 11 seconds
Held Items
Score Shield	・HP +15 (+450) While Pokemon is attempting to score a goal, it is granted a shield equal to 5% of its max HP and its goals cannot be interrupted while it is shielded.
Energy Amplifier	・Unite Move Charge Rate +0.4% (+6%) ・Move Cooldown -0.3% (-4.5%) After the Pokemon uses its Unite Move, the damage the Pokemon deals is increased by 7% for a short time.
Buddy Barrier	・HP +20 (+600) When the Pokemon uses its Unite Move, that Pokemon and the nearby ally Pokemon with the lowest HP are each granted a shield equal to 20% of their max HP.
Battle Item
Eject Button	・Quickly moves your Pokemon in the designated location. (Cooldown: 70s)

Buff Up With Flail

Snorlax can turn the tables when it gets pressured with its Flail move. Use this move to increase Snorlax's basic attack and movement speed depending on how low its HP is at the moment of use. As you level up, this move becomes more powerful and its damage increases. When this move is enhanced, basic attacks that hit opponent Pokemon will also replenish the Snorlax's HP. Quite useful for close combat situations.

Block Opponents From Attacking

You can protect squishy Pokemon or ally goal zones from enemies attacking with Block. Snorlax creates a shield to prevent opponents from passing through the wall and shoves them if they run into it.

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User-Submitted Builds

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War Sustain (Lubis) Build

Lane	Top Bottom
Moves	Heavy Slam Block
Held Items	Assault Vest Rocky Helmet Buddy Barrier
Battle Item	Eject Button

Aalce's Build

Lane	Middle Bottom
Moves	Heavy Slam Block
Held Items	Score Shield Buddy Barrier Focus Band
Battle Item	Eject Button

Author's Notes
- This build allows for a solid amount of damage output from the jump on your opponent. Similar to that of Lucario, it is defined by using Score Shield to produce quick scores and keep your opponents on their heels while you gain further momentum in lane.

Attacker Build (KlintA's Build)

Lane	Bottom
Moves	Flail Block
Held Items	Buddy Barrier Focus Band Score Shield
Battle Item	Slow Smoke or Eject Button

Author's Notes
- Use flail until the effect ends then use block to the enemy until flail's cooldown resets then use flail again

Snorlax - Basics & Advanced Tips

Snorlax Basic Mechanics

This section has basic tips and tricks that you must know to effectively control Snorlax. Treat this as a supplement to the Beginner's Guide.

Snorlax Advanced Mechanics

This section has basic tips and tricks that you must know to effectively control Snorlax. Treat this as a supplement to the Advanced Players Guide.

Snorlax Strategy Guide

Snorlax Strengths & Weaknesses

Recommended Lanes

The number of ★ shows the level on a particular route area.

Lane	Route Details
Top	Recommendation level: ★★★ Snorlax's hindering moves goes well with Attackers. You can follow your teammates in battle and help defend them as they attack the other team or wild Pokemon in the area.
Middle	Recommendation level: ★・・ Snorlax has limited damage-dealing moves that enable it to KO wild Pokemon in the central area. The upper and lower lanes are more suitable to Snorlax as its gameplay focuses on hindering opposing teams and defending allies.
Bottom	Recommendation level:★★★ Snorlax can shield ally Pokemon from taking in too much damage from aggressive battles concerning Drednaw in the lower area. It can also hinder enemies from scoring and destroying team goal zones with its moves.

Early Game (Lv 1~) Strategy

Pick Tackle First

Although Rest is an excellent move, we recommend getting the offensive Tackle first to contribute to faster clears. Pick up Rest at level 3 and recover any HP you might have lost then.

Low Attack At The Outset - Stick With Friends

You shouldn't struggle taking out Pokemon from Mid to Late Game, but you will find that your attacks are on the weaker side at the start. Avoid straight 1 on 1 fights with Pokemon & stick with your teammates so they can deal with the attacks while you defend them.

Strategy A: Defensive Goal Keeper

Snorlax certainly excels at surviving against their attacks - especially when on a goal. In the early game, focus on preventing enemies from scoring by standing on your goal and interrupting their casts. Remember that you get bonus defensive stats on the goal.

Strategy B: Offensive Early Game Bully

Snorlax's Tackle and auto attacks are actually quite effective in taking enemy camps. Pair up with an Attacker and aggressively move to the opponent's side to bully them and steal the Wild Pokemon and Berries on their side. This paves an efficient path toward doing a well early game, and as a result, helps you do even better mid-game.

Don't Miss The Drednaw Teamfight

Drednaw spawns at the 7-minute mark during the match, so make sure you make your way to the bottom of the map before the clock hits 7 minutes. Drednaw provides tons of experience for you and your allies if KO'd, so make sure you help your allies take this objective by being prepared to do crowd control before the battle gets too heated.

Mid Game (Lv 6~) Strategy

Offensive Skills Improve From Lv6 Onward

Once you reach Lv6, you'll find your offensive capabilities improve enough to deal substantial damage to opposing Pokemon. You'll get Heavy Slam as your primary offensive move, and this will make combat easier for you in general, allowing you to move more independently. Keep sticking with teammates to primarily defend them though, but also try to get KO's and score with your team.

Adapt Your Build To The Situation At Hand

At level 6 you'll get a choice between Heavy Slam and Flail. Which one you choose will affect the direction of your build, so pick wisely. Although Heavy Slam is generally recommended because it both deals damage and throws opponents off their feet, Flail can increase your attack damage significantly when your HP levels are low - making it very useful when in a pinch.

Heavy Slam
Lv 6: Heavy SlamDash Has the user slam its heavy body down, dealing damage to opposing Pokemon in the area of effect and throwing them
Flail
Lv 6: FlailHindrance Has the user flail about, increasing the user's basic attack damage the lower the user's HP is

Late Game (Lv 8~) Strategy

Heavy Slam + Block Build

This combo is great for both damage and defense. Heavy Slam both deals damage to all opponents in the vicinity and throws them off their feet, so start your onslaught with this move. After that, quickly follow up with Block to push your opponents away from you, prevent them from inflicting damage on you and your allies, as well as to push them away from a goal or particular area. Then, Heavy Slam should have cooled down already by the time Block's effect ends, so follow up with another hit.

Yawn + Flail Build

This build is great for both maximizing Snorlax's crowd control capabilities and offensive qualities as you'll be able to up your basic attack damage, as well as put enemies to sleep. Use Yawn to stop your enemies in their tracks and render them motionless. Quickly follow with Flail to up your attack and start punching! Watch as they just stand motionless until they get KO-ed.

Yawn + Heavy Slam Build

Yawn is a great alternative to Block for crowd control if you're not confident with using the latter as it puts surrounding opponents to sleep easily. Begin with Yawn to stop enemies in their tracks, then quickly follow with Heavy Slam to give them a powerful hit to knock them out!

Flail + Block

Start off by increasing the Snorlax's basic attack damage with Flail before barraging enemies with basic and boosted attacks. Then use Block to push enemies and prevent them from charging in. You can use Block to shove enemies against walls to hinder them further and stop them from escaping Snorlax's grasp.

Unite Move: Power Nap

Snorlax's Power Nap performs amazingly in battle as it not only deals damage to opposing Pokemon in the surrounding area while throwing them off their feet, it also gives Snorlax immunity to hindrances while restoring HP continuously. Note that by pressing ZL a second time during the move, you'll trigger a follow-up motion of Snorlax rolling over to one side - dealing additional damage to the opponent next to him.

Other Tips & Guides

Use Block To Disrupt Enemy Positioning

Block will be an absolutely crucial move for Snorlax in the late game, especially when it comes to taking objectives. Use the move to push your enemies away from an objective or goal to let your team cap it.

Snorlax - Timing Specific Guide

What To Do At Every Stage Of The Game

This section will teach you specific Wild Pokemon kill orders, as well as exactly what to do at various stages of the game.

10:00~9:40

Snorlax's Unite Move, Power Nap, continuously damages enemies around it for 5 seconds。You can use this during the Zapdos or Drednaw fights to ward off enemies, allowing your team to have a greater chance of securing the last hit.

Snorlax Counters

Pokemon Snorlax Is Weak Against

Crustle

Garchomp

Cinderace

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How To Play Against Snorlax

Best Matchups For Snorlax

Pokemon Snorlax Is Strong Against

Talonflame

Cramorant

Wigglytuff

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Best Teammates For Snorlax

Alolan Ninetales

Pikachu

Venusaur

Slowbro

Tips When Allied With Snorlax

Snorlax Moves & Unite Move

Basic Attack & Passive

Basic Attack
Range: Short Becomes a boosted attack with every third attack. When this boosted attack hits, it deals damage to nearby opposing Pokemon and decreases their movement speed for a short time.
Passive
Gluttony Increases the effects gained by eating berries.

Level 1 or 3 Moves (Choose Order)

Tackle Dash Has the user charge forward belly first, dealing damage when it hits and shoving the first opposing Pokemon it comes in contact with. After this move, the user's next basic attack becomes a boosted attack. Cooldown: 6 seconds Damage: 862

Detailed Move Damage

These are the actual damages of this move without any Held Items equipped.

Lv	Damage
1	789
2	824
3	862
4	900
5	940

Rest Hindrance Has the user fall asleep on the spot and restores its HP. Blocks the movement of all Pokemon not on the user's team while this move is in effect. Cooldown: 10 seconds Damage: 0

Detailed Move HP Recovery

These are the actual recovery rate of this move without any Held Items equipped.

Lv	HP Recovered
1	792
2	846
3	909
4	978
5	1053
6	1134
7	1224

Level 5 Moves (Choose One)

Heavy SlamDash Has the user slam its heavy body down, dealing damage to opposing Pokemon in the area of effect and throwing them Cooldown: 7 seconds Damage: 1717

Detailed Move Damage

These are the actual damages of this move without any Held Items equipped.

Lv	Damage
6	899
7	934
8	971
9	1010
10	1051/td>
11	1094
12	1505
13	1571
14	1641
15	1717

FlailHindrance Has the user flail about, increasing the user's basic attack damage the lower the user's HP is Cooldown: 6.5 seconds Damage: 5191

Detailed Move Damage

These are the actual damage of this move without any Held Items equipped.

Lv	Basic Attack	Attack With Flail (Max HP)	Attack With Flail (25% HP)
6	212	457	948
7	222	487	1,000
8	233	520	1,055
9	245	555	1,116
10	258	593	1,181
11	272	634	1,251
12	288	793	1,441
13	305	847	1,530
14	324	907	1,627
15	345	972	1,733

Detailed HP Recovery When Using Flail

These are the actual recovery rate of this move without any Held Items equipped.

Lv	HP Recovery
12	432
13	459
14	488
15	519

Keep in mind that after the upgrade, Flail's HP recovery can only be activated once Snorlax has hit the opponent while its HP is at 25%.

Level 7 Moves (Choose One)

BlockHindrance Has the user spread their arms wide to create a wall and grants it a shield. Prevents opposing Pokemon from passing through the wall and shoves them if they run into it. Cooldown: 11 seconds Damage: 0

YawnHindrance Has the user let loose a huge yawn that lulls opposing Pokemon into a sleepy haze, putting opposing Pokemon hit by this move to sleep. Cooldown: 12 seconds Damage: 0

Unite Move (Level 10)

Power NapBuff Has the user go to sleep and begin snoring dealing damage to opposing Pokemon in the area of effect and throwing them. While sleeping, the user becomes immune to hindrances and its HP is continually restored. Cooldown: 1 seconds Damage: 2779

Detailed Move Damage & HP Recovered

These are the actual damages & recovery rate of this move without any Held Items equipped.

Snorlax Skins

Snorlax - Beach Style

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Snorlax - Berry Style

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Snorlax - Cook Style

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Snorlax - Bedtime Style

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Snorlax - Sunshine Style

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Other Pokemon Of The Same Role

Blastoise	Crustle	Greedent	Mamoswine
Slowbro	Snorlax	Trevenant	-

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All Playable Pokemon

List Of All Pokemon
Venusaur	Charizard	Pikachu
Machamp	Gengar	Snorlax
Lucario	Talonflame	Alolan Ninetales
Mr. Mime	Absol	Garchomp
Crustle	Cinderace	Eldegoss
Greninja	Slowbro	Wigglytuff
Cramorant	Zeraora	Gardevoir
Blissey	Blastoise	Mamoswine
Sylveon	Greedent	Decidueye
Tsareena	Dragonite	Trevenant
Aegislash	Hoopa	Duraludon
Azumarill	Espeon	Delphox
Glaceon	Tyranitar	Buzzwole
Mew	Dodrio	Scizor
Clefable	Zoroark	Sableye

Items

All Held Items
Leftovers	Muscle Band	Shell Bell
Focus Band	Score Shield	Sp. Atk Specs
Attack Weight	Aeos Cookie	Scope Lens
Exp. Share	Rocky Helmet	Assault Vest
Float Stone	Wise Glasses	Buddy Barrier
Energy Amplifier	Razor Claw	Choice Specs
Weakness Policy	-	-

List Of All Battle Items

All Battle Items
Eject Button	Potion	X-Attack
X-Speed	Full Heal	Goal-Getter
Fluffy Tail	Slow Smoke	-