Grookey (Japanese: サルノリ Sarunori) is a Grass-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VIII. It evolves into Thwackey starting at level 16, which evolves into Rillaboom starting at level 35. Along with Scorbunny and Sobble, Grookey is one of three starter Pokémon of Galar available at the beginning of Pokémon Sword and Shield. Along with Scorbunny and Sobble, it was the first Generation VIII Pokémon to be revealed to the public on February 27, 2019.