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Milotic

Tender Pokémon

Milotic
Official art
Water
Height
6.2 m 20′04″
Weight
162 kg 357.1 lbs
Base stat total
540 top 14%
Introduced
Gen III
Abilities
Pokédex entrySoulSilver / Shield
It’s said that a glimpse of a MILOTIC and its beauty will calm any hostile emotions you’re feeling.
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Base stats

HP95155–202300–394
Atk6058–123112–240
Def7975–144146–282
SpA10094–167184–328
SpD125117–194229–383
Spe8177–146150–287
Total540Higher than 86% of all Pokémon
HP95Atk60Def79Spe81SpD125SpA100

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

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

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 81). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+146Max133No SP101Min90Scarf219Tailwind292

At max Speed, Milotic outspeeds 14 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC.

  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. 146Milotic · Max+32 SP, Speed-raising alignment
  18. 143BasculegionJolly · 32 SP · #6 in usage
  19. 133Milotic · Max32 SP, neutral alignment
  20. 128PelipperTimid · 32 SP · #12 in usage
  21. 120VolcaronaBold · 0 SP · #25 in usage
  22. 105RillaboomAdamant · 0 SP · #1 in usage
  23. 101Milotic · No SP0 SP, neutral alignment
  24. 101MiloticCalm · 0 SP · #15 in usage
  25. 95SylveonModest · 15 SP · #18 in usage
  26. 94Female IndeedeeRelaxed · 0 SP · #7 in usage
  27. 90PolitoedCalm · 0 SP · #22 in usage
  28. 90SinistchaBold · 0 SP · #24 in usage
  29. 85ArmarougeQuiet · 0 SP · #27 in usage
  30. 80IncineroarCareful · 0 SP · #3 in usage
  31. 80FarigirafBold · 0 SP · #11 in usage
  32. 70KingambitAdamant · 0 SP · #5 in usage
  33. 60Mega GolisopodAdamant · 0 SP · #10 in usage

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

  • Marvel Scale

    Increases Defense to 1.5× with a major status ailment.

  • Competitive

    Raises Special Attack by two stages upon having any stat lowered.

  • Cute CharmHidden ability

    Has a 30% chance of infatuating attacking Pokémon on contact.

Competitive

SV SinglesPUSV Doubles(DUU)National DexRU

Ranked ladder · in-game

Doubles

#20 of 262 used

Same as Oct 22
Oct 22Oct 28
Same as Oct 21
Oct 21Oct 28

Leftovers (59.2%) · Competitive (98.9%) · Modest (37.8%) · HP 32 / Def 32 / SpD 2 (8.2%)

Moves Protect, Scald, Ice Beam, Icy Wind

Singles

#56 of 262 used

Same as Oct 22
Oct 22Oct 28
▲ 1 place since Oct 21
Oct 21Oct 28

Leftovers (59.3%) · Competitive (76.8%) · Bold (46.5%) · HP 32 / Def 32 / SpD 2 (21.7%)

Moves Scald, Recover, Ice Beam, Mirror Coat

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

11.86% of teams · rank #15 · Reg M-C · Doubles · 1760+ rating · 1,631,943 battles · Sep 2026

Most common build

Item
Leftovers
Ability
Competitive
Stat Alignment
Calm
Stat Points
32 HP / 29 Def / 5 SpD
  1. Protect
  2. Scald
  3. Ice Beam
  4. Muddy Water

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

Usage by rating

  • All players12.11%
  • Rated 1500+13%
  • Rated 1630+12.5%
  • Rated 1760+11.86%

Usage by month

Apr 202611.86%

Moves

  • Protect71.9%
  • Scald57.6%
  • Ice Beam48.5%
  • Muddy Water42%
  • Coil41.9%
  • Icy Wind40.8%
  • Hypnosis40.5%
  • Recover29.3%
  • Life Dew9.5%
  • Haze4.5%

Items

  • Leftovers54.3%
  • Sitrus Berry29.7%
  • Psychic Seed8.1%
  • Grassy Seed3.3%
  • Rindo Berry1%
  • Choice Scarf0.6%

Abilities

  • 99.3%
  • 0.7%
  • 0%

EV spreads

  • Calm 32 HP / 29 Def / 5 SpD5.4%
  • Bold 32 HP / 32 Def / 2 SpD3.9%
  • Bold 32 HP / 32 Def / 2 SpA2.7%
  • Calm 32 HP / 27 Def / 5 SpD / 2 Spe2.4%
  • Calm 31 HP / 15 Def / 12 SpD / 8 Spe2.2%

Common teammates

Replica Team codes

  • Mega Charizard Yby LenVGC · Reg M-A · shared Apr 2026
    CharizardVenusaurGarchompMiloticGardevoirIncineroar
    QGYAG5WE3CSource

In Pokémon Champions: Training → Replica Teams → enter the code. You need the Pokémon and items yourself. Codes from older regulations can include Pokémon that aren’t allowed now.

Evolution

  1. #0349FeebasWater
    1. Trade holding Prism Scale#0350MiloticWater

Moves

Level up 19

EvoWater PulseHas a 20% chance to confuse the target.WaterSpec60100%20
1FlailInflicts more damage when the user has less HP remaining, with a maximum of 200 power.NormalPhys—100%15
1SplashDoes nothing.NormalStatus——40
1TackleInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalPhys40100%35
1Water GunInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.WaterSpec40100%25
1WrapPrevents the target from fleeing and inflicts damage for 2-5 turns.NormalPhys1590%20
4Disarming VoiceNever misses.FairySpec40—15
8TwisterHas a 20% chance to make the target flinch.DragonSpec40100%20
12Aqua RingRestores 1/16 of the user’s max HP each turn.WaterStatus——20
16AttractTarget falls in love if it has the opposite gender, and has a 50% chance to refuse attacking the user.NormalStatus—100%15
20Life DewEach Pokemon on the user's side restores 1/4 of its maximum HP, rounded half up.WaterStatus——10
24Dragon TailEnds wild battles. Forces trainers to switch Pokémon.DragonPhys6090%10
28RecoverHeals the user by half its max HP.NormalStatus——5
32Aqua TailInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.WaterPhys9090%10
36SafeguardProtects the user’s field from major status ailments and confusion for five turns.NormalStatus——25
40SurfInflicts regular damage and can hit Dive users.WaterSpec90100%15
44Rain DanceChanges the weather to rain for five turns.WaterStatus——5
48CoilRaises the user’s Attack, Defense, and accuracy by one stage each.PoisonStatus——20
52Hydro PumpInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.WaterSpec11080%5

TM / HM / TR 48

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
TM17Confuse RayConfuses the target.GhostStatus—100%10
TM19Disarming VoiceNever misses.FairySpec40—15
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
TM28BulldozeHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.GroundPhys60100%20
TM32SwiftNever misses.NormalSpec60—20
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
TM37Draining KissDrains 75% of the damage inflicted to heal the user.FairySpec50100%10
TM44Dragon TailEnds wild battles. Forces trainers to switch Pokémon.DragonPhys6090%10
TM46AvalancheInflicts double damage if the user takes damage before attacking this turn.IcePhys60100%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
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
TM75Light ScreenReduces damage from special attacks by 50% for five turns.PsychicStatus——30
TM77WaterfallHas a 20% chance to make the target flinch.WaterPhys80100%15
TM85RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5
TM92ImprisonPrevents the target from using any moves that the user also knows.PsychicStatus——10
TM99Iron HeadHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.SteelPhys80100%15
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
TM115Dragon PulseInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.DragonSpec85100%10
TM123SurfInflicts regular damage and can hit Dive users.WaterSpec90100%15
TM130Helping HandAlly’s next move inflicts half more damage.NormalStatus——20
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
TM152Giga ImpactUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalPhys15090%5
TM163Hyper BeamUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalSpec15090%5
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
TM174HazeResets all Pokémon’s stats, accuracy, and evasion.IceStatus——30
TM188ScaldHas a 30% chance to burn the target.WaterSpec80100%15
TM193Weather BallIf there be weather, this move has doubled power and the weather’s type.NormalSpec50100%10
TM196Flip TurnUser must switch out after attacking.WaterPhys60100%20
TM200Scale ShotBoosts the user’s Speed and lowers their Defense by one stage after inflicting damage two to five times in a row.DragonPhys2590%20
TM203Psych UpDiscards the user’s stat changes and copies the target’s.NormalStatus——10
TM204Double-EdgeUser receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil.NormalPhys120100%15
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
TM212Triple AxelHits three times, increasing power by 100% with each successful hit.IcePhys2090%10
TM219Skitter SmackLowers the target’s Special Attack by one stage.BugPhys7090%10
TM222Breaking SwipeLowers the target’s Attack by one stage after inflicting damage.DragonPhys60100%15
TM226Dragon CheerThe user raises its allies’ morale with a draconic cry so that their future attacks have a heightened chance of landing critical hits. This rouses Dragon types more.DragonStatus——15
TM227Alluring VoiceThe user attacks the target using its angelic voice. This also confuses the target if its stats have been boosted during the turn.FairySpec80100%10

Egg moves 7

EggConfuse RayConfuses the target.GhostStatus—100%10
EggDragon BreathHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.DragonSpec60100%20
EggHazeResets all Pokémon’s stats, accuracy, and evasion.IceStatus——30
EggHypnosisPuts the target to sleep.PsychicStatus—60%20
EggMirror CoatInflicts twice the damage the user received from the last special hit it took.PsychicSpec—100%20
EggMistProtects the user’s stats from being changed by enemy moves.IceStatus——30
EggTickleLowers the target’s Attack and Defense by one stage.NormalStatus—100%20

Pokédex entries

Category
Tender Pokémon
Debut
Hoenn · Ruby & Sapphire
Color
Pink
Shape
Habitat
Water's Edge
Pal Park area
Sea
Original Hoenn#141Original Sinnoh#139Extended Sinnoh#139New Hoenn#146Original Alola#156Original Akala#083Updated Alola#190Updated Akala#091Galar#153Crown Tundra#189Kitakami#159Hyperspace#049

  1. Its dwelling place is the bottom of big lakes. Those who behold its loveliness are said to have their hearts purified.

    Ultra Moon

  2. While Milotic is said to be the most beautiful Pokémon, Trainers who like Feebas and have raised it are seemingly disappointed by Milotic.

    Ultra Sun

  3. It lives at the bottom of clear lakes. In times of war, it shows itself, which soothes people’s minds and hearts.

    Moon

  4. Milotic has provided inspiration to many artists. It has even been referred to as the most beautiful Pokémon of all.

    Sun · Sword

  5. Milotic live at the bottom of large lakes. When this Pokémon’s body glows a vivid pink, it releases a pulsing wave of energy that brings soothing calm to troubled hearts.

    Alpha Sapphire

  6. It’s said that a glimpse of a MILOTIC and its beauty will calm any hostile emotions you’re feeling.

    HeartGold · SoulSilver · Shield

  7. Its lovely scales are described as rainbow colored. They change color depending on the viewing angle.

    Platinum · Black · White · Black 2 · White 2

  8. It is the world’s most beautiful Pokémon. There are many works of art featuring MILOTIC.

    Pearl · Y

  9. When people bicker, it is said to arise from the depths of lakes to becalm violent hearts.

    Diamond

  10. MILOTIC is breathtakingly beautiful. Those that see it are said to forget their combative spirits.

    FireRed · LeafGreen · X

  11. It is said to live at the bottom of large lakes. Considered to be the most beautiful of all Pokémon, it has been depicted in paintings and statues.

    Emerald

  12. MILOTIC live at the bottom of large lakes. When this Pokémon’s body glows a vivid pink, it releases a pulsing wave of energy that brings soothing calm to restless spirits.

    Sapphire

  13. MILOTIC is said to be the most beautiful of all the Pokémon. It has the power to becalm such emotions as anger and hostility to quell bitter feuding.

    Ruby · Omega Ruby

Names around the world

Japanese
ミロカロス
Japanese (romaji)
Milokaross
Korean
밀로틱
Chinese (Traditional)
美納斯
Chinese (Simplified)
美纳斯
French
Milobellus
German
Milotic
Spanish
Milotic
Italian
Milotic

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
2 SpD
Catch rate
60 ≈7.8% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship
70
Base experience
189
Growth rate
Erratic

Breeding

Egg groups
Water 1Dragon
Gender
♂ 50%♀ 50%
Hatch time
20 egg cycles ≈5,355 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Males and females look different

Male Milotic
♂ Male
Female Milotic
♀ Female
HOME 3D model

Where to find

Shield: The Crown Tundra 6 areas
  • Ballimere Lake (Max Den N)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Frigid Sea (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Giant's BedSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location in the water. · Lv 67
  • Giant's Bed (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Giant's Bed (Max Den P)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Giant's Foot (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Sword: The Crown Tundra 6 areas
  • Ballimere Lake (Max Den N)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Frigid Sea (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Giant's BedSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location in the water. · Lv 67
  • Giant's Bed (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Giant's Bed (Max Den P)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Giant's Foot (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Shield 7 areas
  • Bridge Field (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
  • East Lake Axewell (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
  • Lake of OutrageSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location in the water. · Lv 60
  • Lake of Outrage (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
  • South Lake Miloch (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location in the water. · Lv 56–60
  • West Lake Axewell (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
  • West Lake Axewell (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
Sword 7 areas
  • Bridge Field (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
  • East Lake Axewell (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
  • Lake of OutrageSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location in the water. · Lv 60
  • Lake of Outrage (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
  • South Lake Miloch (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location in the water. · Lv 56–60
  • West Lake Axewell (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
  • West Lake Axewell (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
White 2 1 area
  • Road 1Fishing in dark spots · Lv 50–70
Black 2 1 area
  • Road 1Fishing in dark spots · Lv 50–70
White 1 area
  • Road 1Fishing in dark spots · Lv 45–70
Black 1 area
  • Road 1Fishing in dark spots · Lv 45–70