Golisopod (#0768) – Stats, Moves, Evolution & Competitive Sets

Base stats

HP75135–182260–354

Atk125117–194229–383

Def140130–211256–416

SpA6058–123112–240

SpD9085–156166–306

Spe4040–10176–196

Total530Higher than 82% of all Pokémon

Ranges: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 2 Def.

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

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 40). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+101Max92No SP60Min54Scarf151Tailwind202

At max Speed, Golisopod outspeeds 9 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC, and ties 1.

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×Flying2×Rock2×

Resists

Fighting½×Ground½×Ice½×Steel½×Water½×

Takes normal damage from 10 types

NormalPoisonBugGhostFireGrassPsychicDragonDarkFairy

Abilities

Emergency Exit
This Pokémon automatically switches out when its HP drops below half.

Competitive

National DexRU

Ranked ladder · in-game

Doubles

#13 of 262 used

▲ 2 places since Oct 22

Oct 22Oct 28

▲ 2 places since Oct 21

Oct 21Oct 28

Golisopite (98.1%) · Emergency Exit (100%) · Adamant (73.2%) · HP 32 / Atk 32 / SpD 2 (37.9%)

Moves Leech Life, Iron Head, Protect, Sucker Punch

Singles

#5 of 262 used

Same as Oct 22

Oct 22Oct 28

Same as Oct 21

Oct 21Oct 28

Golisopite (98.1%) · Emergency Exit (100%) · Adamant (81.9%) · HP 32 / Atk 32 / SpD 2 (20.5%)

Moves Sucker Punch, Leech Life, Swords Dance, Iron Head

Daily usage rank on the Pokémon Champions ladder, updated Oct 28. Battle data provided by Pokémon Champions Battle Data.

0.31% of teams · rank #140 · Singles · 1630+ rating · 145,642 battles · Sep 2026

Most common build

Item: Silver Powder
Ability: Emergency Exit
Stat Alignment: Adamant
Stat Points: 31 HP / 32 Atk / 3 Spe

First Impression
Aqua Jet
Leech Life
Close Combat

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

Usage by rating

All players0.63%
Rated 1500+0.46%
Rated 1630+0.31%
Rated 1760+0.52%

Usage by month

Apr 20260.31%

Moves

First Impression98.7%
Aqua Jet86.3%
Leech Life70.9%
Close Combat63.2%
Liquidation30%
U-turn27.2%
Spikes7.5%
Swords Dance5.6%
Sucker Punch4.2%
Taunt1.6%

Items

Silver Powder49.7%
Life Orb25.6%
Leftovers10.8%
Rocky Helmet4.9%
Sitrus Berry3%
Red Card1.5%

Abilities

100%

EV spreads

Adamant 31 HP / 32 Atk / 3 Spe44.5%
Adamant 32 HP / 32 Atk / 2 SpD39.5%
Adamant 32 Atk / 2 SpD / 32 Spe4.4%
Impish 32 HP / 32 Def / 2 SpD3.7%
Adamant 32 HP / 22 Atk / 12 SpD1.4%

Common teammates

Evolution

#0767WimpodBugWater
1. Level 30#0768GolisopodBugWater

Moves

Game Sort Type

Level up 17

EvoFirst ImpressionCan only be used as the first move after the user enters battle.BugPhys90100%10

1Defense CurlRaises user’s Defense by one stage.NormalStatus——40

1First ImpressionCan only be used as the first move after the user enters battle.BugPhys90100%10

1Sand AttackLowers the target’s accuracy by one stage.GroundStatus—100%15

1SpiteLowers the PP of the target’s last used move by 4.GhostStatus—100%10

1Struggle BugHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Special Attack by one stage.BugSpec50100%20

4Rock SmashHas a 50% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.FightingPhys40100%15

8Fury CutterPower doubles every turn this move is used in succession after the first, maxing out after five turns.BugPhys4095%20

12Mud ShotHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.GroundSpec5595%15

16Bug BiteIf target has a berry, inflicts double damage and uses the berry.BugPhys60100%20

20Iron DefenseRaises the user’s Defense by two stages.SteelStatus——15

24Sucker PunchOnly works if the target is about to use a damaging move.DarkPhys70100%5

28SlashHas an increased chance for a critical hit.NormalPhys70100%20

32Razor ShellHas a 50% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.WaterPhys7595%10

36Pin MissileHits 2-5 times in one turn.BugPhys2595%20

40Swords DanceRaises the user’s Attack by two stages.NormalStatus——20

44LiquidationHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.WaterPhys85100%10

TM / HM / TR 54

TM07Pin MissileHits 2-5 times in one turn.BugPhys2595%20

TM08Hyper BeamUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalSpec15090%5

TM09Giga ImpactUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalPhys15090%5

TM16ScreechLowers the target’s Defense by two stages.NormalStatus—85%40

TM21RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5

TM22Rock SlideHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.RockPhys7590%10

TM24SnoreHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalSpec50100%15

TM25ProtectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10

TM27Icy WindHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.IceSpec5595%15

TM31AttractTarget falls in love if it has the opposite gender, and has a 50% chance to refuse attacking the user.NormalStatus—100%15

TM33Rain DanceChanges the weather to rain for five turns.WaterStatus——5

TM35HailChanges the weather to a hailstorm for five turns.IceStatus——10

TM39FacadePower doubles if user is burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.NormalPhys70100%20

TM40SwiftNever misses.NormalSpec60—20

TM43Brick BreakDestroys Reflect and Light Screen.FightingPhys75100%15

TM45DiveUser dives underwater, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.WaterPhys80100%10

TM48Rock TombHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.RockPhys6095%15

TM53Mud ShotHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.GroundSpec5595%15

TM57PaybackPower is doubled if the target has already moved this turn.DarkPhys50100%10

TM58AssurancePower is doubled if the target has already received damage this turn.DarkPhys60100%10

TM59FlingThrows held item at the target; power depends on the item.DarkPhys—100%10

TM65Shadow ClawHas an increased chance for a critical hit.GhostPhys70100%15

TM74VenoshockInflicts double damage if the target is Poisoned.PoisonSpec65100%10

TM76RoundHas double power if it’s used more than once per turn.NormalSpec60100%15

TM83Razor ShellHas a 50% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.WaterPhys7595%10

TM85SnarlHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Special Attack by one stage.DarkSpec5595%15

TM94False SwipeCannot lower the target’s HP below 1.NormalPhys40100%40

TR00Swords DanceRaises the user’s Attack by two stages.NormalStatus——20

TR04SurfInflicts regular damage and can hit Dive users.WaterSpec90100%15

TR05Ice BeamHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IceSpec90100%10

TR06BlizzardHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IceSpec11070%5

TR16WaterfallHas a 20% chance to make the target flinch.WaterPhys80100%15

TR18Leech LifeDrains half the damage inflicted to heal the user.BugPhys80100%10

TR20SubstituteTransfers 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

TR22Sludge BombHas a 30% chance to poison the target.PoisonSpec90100%10

TR23SpikesScatters Spikes, hurting opposing Pokémon that switch in.GroundStatus——20

TR26EndurePrevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.NormalStatus——10

TR27Sleep TalkRandomly uses one of the user’s other three moves. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalStatus——10

TR37TauntFor the next few turns, the target can only use damaging moves.DarkStatus—100%20

TR45Muddy WaterHas a 30% chance to lower the target’s accuracy by one stage.WaterSpec9085%10

TR46Iron DefenseRaises the user’s Defense by two stages.SteelStatus——15

TR48Bulk UpRaises the user’s Attack and Defense by one stage.FightingStatus——20

TR53Close CombatLowers the user’s Defense and Special Defense by one stage after inflicting damage.FightingPhys120100%5

TR57Poison JabHas a 30% chance to poison the target.PoisonPhys80100%20

TR58Dark PulseHas a 20% chance to make the target flinch.DarkSpec80100%15

TR60X-ScissorInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.BugPhys80100%15

TR61Bug BuzzHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.BugSpec90100%10

TR64Focus BlastHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.FightingSpec12070%5

TR74Iron HeadHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.SteelPhys80100%15

TR78Sludge WaveHas a 10% chance to poison the target.PoisonSpec95100%10

TR84ScaldHas a 30% chance to burn the target.WaterSpec80100%15

TR87Drill RunHas an increased chance for a critical hit.GroundPhys8095%10

TR95Throat ChopPrevents the target from using sound-based moves for two turns.DarkPhys80100%15

TR98LiquidationHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.WaterPhys85100%10

Tutor 1

TutorSkitter SmackLowers the target’s Special Attack by one stage.BugPhys7090%10

Pokédex entries

Category: Hard Scale Pokémon
Debut: Alola · Sun & Moon
Color: Gray
Shape
Habitat: —

Original Alola#183Original Akala#110Original Poni#071Updated Alola#222Updated Akala#123Updated Poni#084Galar#233Isle of Armor#125Hyperspace#063

They live in sunken ships or in holes in the seabed. When Golisopod and Grapploct battle, the loser becomes the winner’s meal.
Shield
It will do anything to win, taking advantage of every opening and finishing opponents off with the small claws on its front legs.
Sword
Its claws, which it can extend and retract at will, are its greatest weapons. Golisopod is sometimes accompanied by Wimpod.
Ultra Moon
The shell covering its body is as hard as diamond. This Pokémon will do anything it takes to win.
Ultra Sun
It battles skillfully with its six arms, but spends most of its time peacefully meditating in caves deep beneath the sea.
Moon
With a flashing slash of its giant sharp claws, it cleaves seawater—or even air—right in two.
Sun

Names around the world

Japanese: グソクムシャ
Japanese (romaji): Gusokumusha
Korean: 갑주무사
Chinese (Traditional): 具甲武者
Chinese (Simplified): 具甲武者
French: Sarmuraï
German: Tectass
Spanish: Golisopod
Italian: Golisopod

Sprites

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Official artwork

3D models

Generation VII

Generation VIII · animated models

Generation IX · animated models

Training

EV yield: 2 Def
Catch rate: 45 ≈5.9% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship: 70
Base experience: 186
Growth rate: Medium

Breeding

Egg groups: BugWater 3
Gender: ♂ 50%♀ 50%
Hatch time: 20 egg cycles ≈5,355 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Shield: The Isle of Armor 2 areas

Challenge BeachSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 36–60
Courageous CavernSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 32–60

Sword: The Isle of Armor 2 areas

Challenge BeachSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 36–60
Courageous CavernSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 32–60

Shield 10 areas

Bridge FieldSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 50–60
Bridge Field (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Bridge Field (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Dappled Grove (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Giant's Cap (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 60
Lake of OutrageWalking in the overworld · Lv 55–60
Rolling Fields (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Rolling Fields (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Rolling Fields (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
South Lake Miloch (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60

Sword 10 areas

Bridge FieldSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 50–60
Bridge Field (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Bridge Field (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Dappled Grove (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Giant's Cap (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 60
Lake of OutrageWalking in the overworld · Lv 55–60
Rolling Fields (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Rolling Fields (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Rolling Fields (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
South Lake Miloch (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60