Mantyke Best Moveset
Water/Flying pre-evolution at 120 Sp. Def and 60 Sp. Atk. The moveset absorbs special hits but can't threaten back. Evolve to Mantine for 140 Sp. Def and the special bulk that defines the line.
Mantyke saw minimal competitive use in Gen IV (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum). This was Mantyke's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Swiftswim with Life Orb, favoring a Modest nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Mantyke best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Special Attacker Moveset
- Hydro Pump
- Ice Beam
- Rain Dance
- Hidden Power Electric
Recommended Teammates
Mantyke saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). Mantyke maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Swiftswim with Eviolite, favoring a Calm nature.
Wall Moveset
- Toxic
- Scald
- Rest
- Air Slash
Recommended Teammates
Mantyke saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). Mantyke maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Waterabsorb with Eviolite, favoring a Calm nature.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Scald
- Ice Beam
- Signal Beam
- Air Slash
Recommended Teammates
Mantyke saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Mantyke maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Swiftswim with Eviolite, favoring a Calm nature.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Scald
- Toxic
- Air Slash
- Ice Beam
Recommended Teammates
Mantyke saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Mantyke maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Waterabsorb with Eviolite, favoring a Hardy nature.
Wall Moveset
- Toxic
- Protect
- Hydro Pump
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Mantyke Weakness
Type-wise, Mantyke takes extra damage from Electric and Rock. Watch out for Electric attacks, those deal 4x damage. Ground moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. The Water/Flying typing picks up 5 resistances to work with. Water Absorb grants an additional Water immunity, reshaping the matchup chart. Mantyke's special bulk (base 120 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Electric |
| 2x (Weak) | Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Fighting, Bug, Steel |
| 0x (Immune) | Ground |
What is Mantyke Weak Against
ExcellentBest Pokemon Against Mantyke
Terrakion can KO Mantyke with Stone Edge (129-152%). Rotom threatens a KO with Thunderbolt (92-109%).
 Terrakion RockFighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityJustified ItemLeftovers NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Mantyke View Terrakion builds →Close Combat38-45% Stone Edge 2x129-152%KO | ||
 Rotom ElectricGhost | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemLife Orb NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Mantyke View Rotom builds →Volt Switch 4x72-85% Shadow Ball20-24% Thunderbolt 4x92-109%KO | ||
Evolution
Mantyke starts the chain as a baby form and evolves into Mantine through a special condition. To get more eggs, breed the evolved versions. Evolving adds up to 140 stat points total. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
How to Get Mantyke
decent spawn rates for Mantyke across 2 locations in mid-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Mantyke in PLA
The path to Mantyke starts with Mantyke at Lv. 16-34 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Mantyke ✓Ginkgo LandingLv.16-30GrassRate 15%Tranquility CoveLv.31-34GrassRate 15%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into MantineTranquility CoveLv.31-34GrassRate 15%or evolve from Mantyke (Step 1)
Mantyke appears at moderate rates across 12 spots in mid-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Mantyke in BDSP
Mantyke is your first catch on the way to Mantyke. You'll find walking and surfing encounters from Lv. 30-55 across 12 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Mantyke ✓Route 223Lv.30-45Surfing on waterRate 10%Sunyshore CityLv.30-45Surfing on waterRate 10%Fountainspring CaveLv.50-55CaveRequires WaterfallRiverbank CaveLv.50-55CaveRequires WaterfallSpacious CaveLv.50-55CaveRequires WaterfallStill-Water CavernLv.50-55CaveRequires Waterfall
Step 2Evolve into Mantine
Mantyke appears at high spawn rates across 110 spots in late-game water routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Mantyke in SwSh
Mantyke is your first catch on the way to Mantyke. You'll find surfing, fishing, and more encounters from Lv. 39-45 across 132 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Mantyke ✓Lake of OutrageLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 70%Intense SunLake of OutrageLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 65%Normal WeatherLake of OutrageLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 65%ThunderstormLake of OutrageLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 60%SandstormLake of OutrageLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 55%RainingRoute 9 - in Circhester BayLv.39-43Super RodRate 50%Lake of OutrageLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 50%Heavy FogLake of OutrageLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 50%OvercastRoute 9 - in Circhester Bay) (SurfingLv.39-43OverworldRate 35%All WeatherWorkout SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 35%SandstormWorkout SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 35%Normal WeatherWorkout SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 35%SnowstormWorkout SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 35%SnowingFields of HonorLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 30%SnowingFields of HonorLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 30%SnowstormFields of HonorLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 30%SandstormFields of HonorLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 30%Normal WeatherLake of OutrageLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 30%SnowingRoute 9Lv.39-43Surfing on waterRate 25%All WeatherLake of OutrageLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 20%SnowstormWorkout SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 20%OvercastWorkout SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 20%RainingWorkout SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 20%Intense SunWorkout SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 20%Heavy FogWorkout SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 16%ThunderstormFields of HonorLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%Heavy FogFields of HonorLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%OvercastFields of HonorLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%ThunderstormFields of HonorLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%RainingFields of HonorLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%Intense SunHoneycalm IslandLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%SnowstormHoneycalm IslandLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%SnowingHoneycalm IslandLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%SandstormHoneycalm IslandLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%Normal WeatherHoneycalm SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%SnowstormHoneycalm SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%SnowingHoneycalm SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%SandstormHoneycalm SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%Normal WeatherInsular SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%SandstormInsular SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%Normal WeatherInsular SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%SnowstormInsular SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%SnowingStepping-Stone SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%SnowingStepping-Stone SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%SandstormStepping-Stone SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%Normal WeatherStepping-Stone SeaLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 15%SnowstormMotostoke RiverbankLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 5%ThunderstormMotostoke RiverbankLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 5%OvercastMotostoke RiverbankLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 5%SandstormMotostoke RiverbankLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 5%Normal WeatherMotostoke RiverbankLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 5%RainingMotostoke RiverbankLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 5%Intense SunMotostoke RiverbankLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 5%SnowstormMotostoke RiverbankLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 5%Heavy FogMotostoke RiverbankLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 5%Snowing
Step 2Catch or Evolve into MantineLake of OutrageLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 45%OvercastLake of OutrageLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 45%Heavy FogLake of OutrageLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 40%RainingLake of OutrageLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 35%SandstormLake of OutrageLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 30%ThunderstormLake of OutrageLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 30%Normal WeatherLake of OutrageLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 25%Intense SunLake of OutrageLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 15%SnowingRoute 9 - in Circhester BayLv.39-43Super RodRate 10%Route 9 - in Circhester Bay) (SurfingLv.39-43OverworldRate 10%All WeatherLake of OutrageLv.40-43Surfing on waterRate 10%Snowstormor evolve from Mantyke (Step 1)
decent spawn rates for Mantyke across 6 locations in early-game water routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Mantyke in USUM
The path to Mantyke starts with Mantyke at Lv. 15-18 via surfing encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Mantyke ✓Hau'oli City - BeachfrontLv.15-18Surfing on waterRate 20%Kala'e BayLv.15-18Surfing on waterRate 20%Melemele SeaLv.15-18Surfing on waterRate 20%
Step 2Evolve into Mantine
Base Stats
The stat bars tell the story: Sp. Def carries everything and Attack's dead weight. But this Kite Pokemon still yields 1 Sp. Def EV per fight on a slow 1.25M XP grind.
Though ball-like in shape, this Pokémon is a proficient swimmer. I have discovered that if a Mantyke spends much time with schools of Remoraid, it will eventually achieve evolution.
Mantyke Guide
For a casual playthrough, Mantyke works as a placeholder. Water/Flying coverage is useful early. The real payoff is Mantine. That's where the stats start mattering.
Game Availability
Debuting in Diamond & Pearl, Mantyke appears in 12 games across 7 generations. A reliable presence in a solid number of games, typically found through catching or hatching as a base form.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DPDebut
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves