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No. 0341

Corphish

Ruffian Pokémon

Corphish
Official art
Water
Height
0.6 m 2′00″
Weight
11.5 kg 25.4 lbs
Base stat total
308 top 81%
Introduced
Gen III
Abilities
Pokédex entrySoulSilver / Shield
It was originally a Pokémon from afar that escaped to the wild. It can adapt to the dirtiest river.
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Base stats

HP43103–150196–290
Atk8076–145148–284
Def6563–128121–251
SpA5049–11294–218
SpD3536–9567–185
Spe3536–9567–185
Total308Higher than 19% of all Pokémon
HP43Atk80Def65Spe35SpD35SpA50

Ranges: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 1 Atk.

Stat calculatorChampions Stat Points & Stat Alignment, or EVs, IVs & nature

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 35). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+95Max87No SP55Min49Scarf142Tailwind190

At max Speed, Corphish outspeeds 8 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC, and ties 1.

  1. 203Mega Garchomp ZModest · 32 SP · #21 in usage
  2. 200Mega GengarTimid · 32 SP · #26 in usage
  3. 190Mega Raichu YTimid · 23 SP · #13 in usage
  4. 189Mega SalamenceTimid · 32 SP · #4 in usage
  5. 184WhimsicottTimid · 32 SP · #23 in usage
  6. 178Mega MetagrossJolly · 32 SP · #28 in usage
  7. 178Mega StaraptorJolly · 32 SP · #29 in usage
  8. 172SneaslerAdamant · 32 SP · #2 in usage
  9. 169Mega FloetteTimid · 32 SP · #17 in usage
  10. 169GarchompJolly · 32 SP · #19 in usage
  11. 167Mega Charizard YTimid · 32 SP · #14 in usage
  12. 167Mega GardevoirTimid · 32 SP · #20 in usage
  13. 161IndeedeeTimid · 32 SP · #30 in usage
  14. 156Hisuian ArcanineJolly · 32 SP · #16 in usage
  15. 150ArchaludonTimid · 32 SP · #9 in usage
  16. 149GholdengoTimid · 32 SP · #8 in usage
  17. 143BasculegionJolly · 32 SP · #6 in usage
  18. 128PelipperTimid · 32 SP · #12 in usage
  19. 120VolcaronaBold · 0 SP · #25 in usage
  20. 105RillaboomAdamant · 0 SP · #1 in usage
  21. 101MiloticCalm · 0 SP · #15 in usage
  22. 95Corphish · Max+32 SP, Speed-raising alignment
  23. 95SylveonModest · 15 SP · #18 in usage
  24. 94Female IndeedeeRelaxed · 0 SP · #7 in usage
  25. 90PolitoedCalm · 0 SP · #22 in usage
  26. 90SinistchaBold · 0 SP · #24 in usage
  27. 87Corphish · Max32 SP, neutral alignment
  28. 85ArmarougeQuiet · 0 SP · #27 in usage
  29. 80IncineroarCareful · 0 SP · #3 in usage
  30. 80FarigirafBold · 0 SP · #11 in usage
  31. 70KingambitAdamant · 0 SP · #5 in usage
  32. 60Mega GolisopodAdamant · 0 SP · #10 in usage
  33. 55Corphish · No SP0 SP, neutral alignment

Others at their most common Speed investment in Champions VGC (Reg M-C · Doubles, Sep 2026); Pokémon holding a Mega Stone are shown as their Mega.

Type matchups

Weak to

Electric2×Grass2×

Resists

Fire½×Ice½×Steel½×Water½×
Takes normal damage from 12 types
NormalFightingFlyingPoisonGroundRockBugGhostPsychicDragonDarkFairy

Abilities

  • Hyper Cutter

    Prevents Attack from being lowered by other Pokémon.

  • Shell Armor

    Protects against critical hits.

  • AdaptabilityHidden ability

    Increases the same-type attack bonus from 1.5× to 2×.

Competitive

SV SinglesLC

4.77% of teams · rank #24 · Singles, first stages at Lv 5 · 1630+ rating · 7,479 battles · Sep 2026

Most common build

Item
Eviolite
Ability
Adaptability
Nature
Jolly
EVs
196 Atk / 76 Def / 236 Spe
Tera Type
Psychic
  1. Aqua Jet
  2. Crabhammer
  3. Dragon Dance
  4. Tera Blast

Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.

Usage by rating

  • All players5.12%
  • Rated 1500+5.01%
  • Rated 1630+4.77%
  • Rated 1760+5.49%

Usage by month

Oct 20254.77%

Moves

  • Aqua Jet100%
  • Crabhammer97.1%
  • Dragon Dance88.2%
  • Tera Blast51%
  • Knock Off47.9%
  • Swords Dance5.9%
  • X-Scissor4.8%
  • Liquidation2.8%
  • Switcheroo1.6%
  • Protect0.4%

Items

  • Eviolite84.3%
  • Life Orb13.9%
  • Choice Scarf1.6%
  • Choice Band0.1%
  • Focus Sash0%
  • Mystic Water0%

Abilities

  • 100%
  • 0%

EV spreads

  • Jolly 196 Atk / 76 Def / 236 Spe67.9%
  • Adamant 196 Atk / 76 SpD / 236 Spe13.1%
  • Adamant 196 Atk / 236 Spe10.6%
  • Adamant 12 HP / 196 Atk / 236 SpD3.1%
  • Adamant 200 HP / 196 Atk / 76 Def2.8%

Tera types

  • Psychic35.6%
  • Water33.2%
  • Dark11.6%
  • Ghost9%

Common teammates

Checks & counters

Evolution

  1. #0341CorphishWater
    1. Level 30#0342CrawdauntWaterDark

Moves

Level up 15

1HardenRaises the user’s Defense by one stage.NormalStatus——30
1Water GunInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.WaterSpec40100%25
4LeerLowers the target’s Defense by one stage.NormalStatus—100%30
8TauntFor the next few turns, the target can only use damaging moves.DarkStatus—100%20
12Bubble BeamHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.WaterSpec65100%20
16Knock OffTarget drops its held item.DarkPhys65100%20
20Double HitHits twice in one turn.NormalPhys3590%10
24ProtectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10
28Night SlashHas an increased chance for a critical hit.DarkPhys70100%15
32Razor ShellHas a 50% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.WaterPhys7595%10
36Swords DanceRaises the user’s Attack by two stages.NormalStatus——20
40CrunchHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.DarkPhys80100%15
44CrabhammerHas an increased chance for a critical hit.WaterPhys10090%10
48EndeavorLowers the target’s HP to equal the user’s.NormalPhys—100%5
52GuillotineCauses a one-hit KO.NormalPhys—30%5

TM / HM / TR 40

TM01Take DownUser receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.NormalPhys9085%20
TM07ProtectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10
TM11Water PulseHas a 20% chance to confuse the target.WaterSpec60100%20
TM18ThiefTakes the target’s item.DarkPhys60100%25
TM22Chilling WaterThe user attacks the target by showering it with water that's so cold it saps the target's power. This also lowers the target's Attack stat.WaterSpec50100%20
TM25FacadePower doubles if user is burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.NormalPhys70100%20
TM31Metal ClawHas a 10% chance to raise the user’s Attack by one stage.SteelPhys5095%35
TM34Icy WindHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.IceSpec5595%15
TM35Mud ShotHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.GroundSpec5595%15
TM36Rock TombHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.RockPhys6095%15
TM43FlingThrows held item at the target; power depends on the item.DarkPhys—100%10
TM47EndurePrevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.NormalStatus——10
TM50Rain DanceChanges the weather to rain for five turns.WaterStatus——5
TM55DigUser digs underground, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.GroundPhys80100%10
TM57False SwipeCannot lower the target’s HP below 1.NormalPhys40100%40
TM58Brick BreakDestroys Reflect and Light Screen.FightingPhys75100%15
TM66Body SlamHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.NormalPhys85100%15
TM70Sleep TalkRandomly uses one of the user’s other three moves. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalStatus——10
TM77WaterfallHas a 20% chance to make the target flinch.WaterPhys80100%15
TM85RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5
TM86Rock SlideHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.RockPhys7590%10
TM87TauntFor the next few turns, the target can only use damaging moves.DarkStatus—100%20
TM88Swords DanceRaises the user’s Attack by two stages.NormalStatus——20
TM100Dragon DanceRaises the user’s Attack and Speed by one stage.DragonStatus——20
TM103SubstituteTransfers 1/4 of the user’s max HP into a doll, protecting the user from further damage or status changes until it breaks.NormalStatus——10
TM104Iron DefenseRaises the user’s Defense by two stages.SteelStatus——15
TM105X-ScissorInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.BugPhys80100%15
TM108CrunchHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.DarkPhys80100%15
TM110LiquidationHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.WaterPhys85100%10
TM123SurfInflicts regular damage and can hit Dive users.WaterSpec90100%15
TM135Ice BeamHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IceSpec90100%10
TM142Hydro PumpInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.WaterSpec11080%5
TM143BlizzardHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IceSpec11070%5
TM148Sludge BombHas a 30% chance to poison the target.PoisonSpec90100%10
TM171Tera BlastIf the user has Terastallized, it unleashes energy of its Tera Type. This move inflicts damage using the Attack or Sp. Atk stat—whichever is higher for the user.NormalSpec80100%10
TM181Knock OffTarget drops its held item.DarkPhys65100%20
TM204Double-EdgeUser receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil.NormalPhys120100%15
TM205EndeavorLowers the target’s HP to equal the user’s.NormalPhys—100%5
TM208WhirlpoolPrevents the target from leaving battle and inflicts 1/16 its max HP in damage for 2-5 turns.WaterSpec3585%15
TM209Muddy WaterHas a 30% chance to lower the target’s accuracy by one stage.WaterSpec9085%10

Egg moves 6

EggAncient PowerHas a 10% chance to raise all of the user’s stats by one stage.RockSpec60100%5
EggAqua JetInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.WaterPhys40100%20
EggDouble-EdgeUser receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil.NormalPhys120100%15
EggMetal ClawHas a 10% chance to raise the user’s Attack by one stage.SteelPhys5095%35
EggSlashHas an increased chance for a critical hit.NormalPhys70100%20
EggSwitcherooUser and target swap items.DarkStatus—100%10

Pokédex entries

Category
Ruffian Pokémon
Debut
Hoenn · Ruby & Sapphire
Color
Red
Shape
Habitat
Water's Edge
Pal Park area
Pond
Original Hoenn#129Updated Unova#279Central Kalos#051New Hoenn#134Updated Alola#357Updated Poni#104Galar#102Isle of Armor#091Kitakami#011

  1. It can adapt very well to its environment. Feebas and Corphish are about the only Pokémon to live in stagnant ditches.

    Ultra Moon

  2. Individuals that have been set free by Trainers who could no longer raise them have become common, and they can now be found in Alola.

    Ultra Sun

  3. No matter how dirty the water in the river, it will adapt and thrive. It has a strong will to survive.

    Black 2 · White 2 · X · Sword

  4. It was originally a Pokémon from afar that escaped to the wild. It can adapt to the dirtiest river.

    HeartGold · SoulSilver · Shield

  5. Its hardy vitality enables it to adapt to any environment. Its pincers will never release prey.

    Diamond · Pearl · Platinum · Black · White · Y

  6. It came from overseas. It is a very hardy creature that will quickly proliferate, even in polluted streams.

    FireRed · LeafGreen

  7. Once it grips prey with its large pincers, it will never let go, no matter what. It is a hardy Pokémon that can thrive in any environment.

    Emerald

  8. CORPHISH catches prey with its sharp claws. It has no likes or dislikes when it comes to food - it will eat anything. This Pokémon has no trouble living in filthy water.

    Sapphire · Alpha Sapphire

  9. CORPHISH were originally foreign Pokémon that were imported as pets. They eventually turned up in the wild. This Pokémon is very hardy and has greatly increased its population.

    Ruby · Omega Ruby

Names around the world

Japanese
ヘイガニ
Japanese (romaji)
Heigani
Korean
가재군
Chinese (Traditional)
龍蝦小兵
Chinese (Simplified)
龙虾小兵
French
Écrapince
German
Krebscorps
Spanish
Corphish
Italian
Corphish

Sprites

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Official artwork

3D models

Generation III

Generation IV

Generation V

Generation VI

Generation VII

Generation VIII · animated models

Generation IX · animated models

Training

EV yield
1 Atk
Catch rate
205 ≈26.8% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship
70
Base experience
62
Growth rate
Fluctuating

Breeding

Egg groups
Water 1Water 3
Gender
♂ 50%♀ 50%
Hatch time
15 egg cycles ≈4,080 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Shield: The Isle of Armor 6 areas
  • Courageous Cavern (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
  • Fields of Honor (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
  • Forest of FocusSurfing in the overworld, Walking in tall grass or a cave, Walking in the overworld · Lv 10–60
  • Soothing WetlandsWalking in tall grass or a cave, Walking in the overworld · Lv 10–60
  • Soothing Wetlands (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
  • Training LowlandsSurfing in the overworld · Lv 40–60
Sword: The Isle of Armor 6 areas
  • Courageous Cavern (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
  • Fields of Honor (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
  • Forest of FocusSurfing in the overworld, Walking in tall grass or a cave, Walking in the overworld · Lv 10–60
  • Soothing WetlandsWalking in tall grass or a cave, Walking in the overworld · Lv 10–60
  • Soothing Wetlands (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
  • Training LowlandsSurfing in the overworld · Lv 40–60
Shield 10 areas
  • Dusty Bowl (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
  • Galar Mine No. 2Fishing at bubbling spots in the water · Lv 20–24
  • Giant's Cap (Main Area)Fishing at bubbling spots in the water · Lv 26–60
  • Giant's Mirror (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
  • South Lake Miloch (Main Area)Walking in tall grass or a cave, Walking in the overworld · Lv 11–60
  • South Lake Miloch (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–20
  • West Lake Axewell (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
  • West Lake Axewell (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
  • West Lake Axewell (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
  • West Lake Axewell (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
Sword 10 areas
  • Dusty Bowl (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
  • Galar Mine No. 2Fishing at bubbling spots in the water · Lv 20–24
  • Giant's Cap (Main Area)Fishing at bubbling spots in the water · Lv 26–60
  • Giant's Mirror (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
  • South Lake Miloch (Main Area)Walking in tall grass or a cave, Walking in the overworld · Lv 11–60
  • South Lake Miloch (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–20
  • West Lake Axewell (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
  • West Lake Axewell (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
  • West Lake Axewell (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
  • West Lake Axewell (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
Ultra Moon 1 area
  • Vast Poni CanyonFishing at bubbling spots in the water, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–51
Ultra Sun 1 area
  • Vast Poni CanyonFishing at bubbling spots in the water, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–51
Y 2 areas
  • Parfum PalaceFishing with a Good Rod · Lv 25
  • Road 3Fishing with a Good Rod · Lv 25
X 2 areas
  • Parfum PalaceFishing with a Good Rod · Lv 25
  • Road 3Fishing with a Good Rod · Lv 25
White 2 2 areas
  • Road 3Surfing, Surfing in dark spots · Lv 45–60
  • Striaton CitySurfing · Lv 45–60
Black 2 2 areas
  • Road 3Surfing, Surfing in dark spots · Lv 45–60
  • Striaton CitySurfing · Lv 45–60
SoulSilver 2 areas
  • Safari Zone Rocky BeachFishing with a Super Rod · Lv 46–48
  • Safari Zone WetlandFishing with a Good Rod · Lv 26–28
HeartGold 2 areas
  • Safari Zone Rocky BeachFishing with a Super Rod · Lv 46–48
  • Safari Zone WetlandFishing with a Good Rod · Lv 26–28
Platinum 1 area
  • Celestic TownFishing with a Super Rod · Lv 30–40
Pearl 1 area
  • Celestic TownFishing with a Super Rod · Lv 30–40
Diamond 1 area
  • Celestic TownFishing with a Super Rod · Lv 30–40
Emerald 3 areas
  • Petalburg CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–45
  • Road 102Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–45
  • Road 117Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–45
Sapphire 3 areas
  • Petalburg CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–45
  • Road 102Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–45
  • Road 117Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–45
Ruby 3 areas
  • Petalburg CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–45
  • Road 102Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–45
  • Road 117Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–45