Best Treasure Hoarding Pokemon

Every Pokemon has its own personality—some are kind, some are smart, and some are expert hunters. Then, there are those who are obsessed with certain things. Some love berries, some care deeply about their trainers, and some are all about treasure! The concept of treasure is quite open-ended.

For some, it’s about valuable things like diamonds and gold, while for others, it could mean something else entirely. In the end, everyone has their own idea of what treasure is. The same goes for Pokemon—though, of course, there are plenty that are obsessed with money, gold, and shiny things. Here’s our list of Pokemon that just can’t stop hoarding treasure!

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Teddiursa

Winter’s Scarcity, Teddiursa’s Bounty

What’s more valuable than treasure? Well, food! Sadly, you can’t eat money or gold, but you can buy food with them—totally different topic, though. For Teddiursa, food is the ultimate treasure. During winter when food is scarce, Teddiursa is known for hoarding meals, hiding them in secret spots like precious treasures.

But that’s not all—Teddiursa also has a sweet tooth for honey. It’s known for sneaking into Combee nests to steal honey, sometimes even stalking them quietly to find their hives. While some Pokemon hoard cash, Teddiursa prefers hoarding food and honey—talk about a foodie!

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Trubbish

One Man’s Trash Is Trubbish’s Treasure!

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure, and for Trubbish, trash is the ultimate prize. This Pokemon loves collecting anything deemed garbage—so much so that if your room is messy and smells, you might just find a Trubbish hanging around. What it does with the trash remains a mystery, but it sure loves hoarding more of it. Now, Trubbish has a good and bad side.

The bad news? Its stench can be deadly if inhaled by kids. The good news? If you’re friends with a Trubbish, it stops spreading the smell. But just in case you can’t trust it, bring along a Galarian Weezing—it’s like a built-in air purifier, feeding off Trubbish’s toxic fumes!

9

Sableye

The Gemstone Hoarder!

Sableye has one true obsession—gems. It constantly searches for them, eats them, and according to some Pokedex entries, it has consumed so many that its eyes have turned into gemstones. While that may sound cool, Sableye is one of the last Pokemon you’d want to run into—especially if you’re a Carbink, since it actively hunts them for their gem-like bodies.

But it’s not just Carbink in danger; there’s a legend that looking into Sableye’s eyes will steal your soul. Interestingly, Sableye’s design seems inspired by the Hopkinsville Goblins, mysterious alien-like creatures sighted in 1955. The resemblance is uncanny! So, if you ever encounter a Sableye, just toss your gems and run—it might be your best shot at keeping your soul intact!

8

Tinkaton

The Cutest Thief

Tinkaton may look cute, but looks can be deceiving! The biggest surprise? This little trickster wields a hammer weighing over 100 kg. Not only is it strong, but it’s also clever—if Tinkaton wants something, it’ll just steal it and stash it away in its nest. Its pre-evolution, Tinkatuff, has similar habits, swiping metal from Pawniard and Bisharp groups to craft its hammer.

Often compared to dwarves, Tinkaton has a greedy streak—so the real question is, what is it stealing, and why? Maybe one day, after gathering enough loot, it’ll forge an even mightier hammer and get a Mega Evolution!

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Thievul

Sly, Sneaky, And Hungry

Treasure is a broad concept—not everything valuable is shiny or made of gold. Take Thievul, for example. With its sly, shifty-eyed look, it practically screams “suspicious.” But unlike the lovable Swiper from Dora the Explorer, Thievul isn’t here for harmless fun. Its idea of treasure? Stolen meals and eggs. Yep, it snatches unborn Pokemon right out of their nests. Pretty dark, huh?

Even creepier, Thievul marks its prey with an invisible scent beforehand, so it can track them down at their weakest moment. Talk about psychological warfare! Luckily, Thievul isn’t an apex predator—Boltund keeps them in check. So, if you see a Thievul lurking around, it’s probably not planning a daring jewel heist… just planning to ruin some poor Pokemon’s dinner.

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Clamperl

Born With Treasure

Some Pokemon don’t need to search for treasure because they’re lucky enough to be born with it. One of these lucky Pokemon is Clamperl, which is born with its own treasure: a pearl. These pearls not only serve as treasures but also boost Clamperl’s psychic powers. Interestingly, the pearl on Spoink’s head actually belongs to Clamperl too, helping Spoink’s psychic abilities.

These pearls are extremely valuable—some say they’re ten times more valuable than those produced by Shellder. While some sources claim Clamperl creates multiple pearls, other entries say they only make one in their lifetime. Despite its sweet and gentle appearance, Clamperl is a carnivore!

5

Kecleon

The Master Of Invisibility And Treasure!

Not every Pokemon that loves to hoard treasure is known for stealing. Kecleon, for example, has the perfect ability for theft—turning invisible! Too bad its red stripe stays visible, making sneaky getaways a bit tricky. In the Pokemon Mystery Dungeon series, two Kecleon brothers run the famous Kecleon Shop, and you might even find their stalls in dungeons.

Do they acquire their goods through honest trade or… other means? Who knows! But one thing’s for sure—they love collecting valuables. If you ever play a Mystery Dungeon game, remember this golden rule: never, EVER steal from them. Unless you enjoy being instantly annihilated by an army of furious, ultra-fast Kecleon. Seriously, just pay for your items. It’s not worth the pain!

4

Murkrow

Where Light gleams, Trouble Follows

Crows are incredibly smart and famous for their love of shiny objects—and Murkrow is no different. This mischievous Pokemon steals anything that sparkles, but if trained well, it might actually give its stolen loot to its Trainer. In the wrong hands, though, a Murkrow could be a one-Pokemon crime spree.

But Murkrow doesn’t just steal for itself. In the wild, it’s a loyal underling to Honchkrow, its mafia boss-like evolution. Betrayal is not an option, as Honchkrow is known to punish disloyalty. If that’s not enough, Murkrow and Meowth are locked in an endless feud, constantly looting each other’s stashes—a never-ending mafia movie in Pokemon form!

3

Gabite

The Dragon’s Hoard

In fantasy and mythology, dragons are famous for hoarding gold, and Gabite, a dragon-type Pokemon, is no different. Unlike traditional dragons, Gabite is well-equipped, with protrusions on its head that help it navigate even the darkest caves. This Pokemon loves shiny things—gems and treasures in particular. Carbink, unfortunately, is one of its favorite targets.

Wait, wasn’t there another Pokemon that loved gems and hunted Carbink? Yup, Sableye! Gabite and Sableye are total rivals, with Gabite being faster and getting to the Carbink first. If you want to make a treasure-hoarding friend, though, just offer Gabite some shiny objects—it might just join your team!

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Meowth

The Gleam Of Wealth

After Pikachu, the Pokemon you see the most in the anime has to be none other than Meowth from Team Rocket. Wild Meowths are known for their love of round and shiny objects. They’re also notorious for stealing anything that shines at night and causing chaos in the process. They love their coins so much that they even sleep with them—just check Pokemon Sleep for proof!

Of course, Meowth isn’t the only Pokemon obsessed with shiny things. They’re constantly in competition with Murkrow. If you’re lucky enough to have a good-natured Meowth, maybe it’ll let you take a peek at its treasure… or maybe not, if it’s in a bad mood!

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Gimmighoul

Collect To Control

When it comes to treasure hoarders, Gimmighoul is the undisputed champion. Just one look at this little gremlin, and you know it’s up to something. Unlike classic mimics, Gimmighoul’s obsession with coins comes with a terrifying twist—it doesn’t just collect them, it makes people collect them. Get too close, and boom! You’re no longer in control.

One poor girl was manipulated into gathering 999 coins for it! And let’s be real… if Gimmighoul’s victims are mindlessly collecting coins, who’s making sure they eat or drink? Exactly. They probably don’t last long. So, next time you see an innocent treasure chest sitting around, maybe don’t check what’s inside… unless you want to become a brainwashed coin-fetching zombie.