Mudkip sits at the start of its evolution line — not yet at full power, but that changes fast. Most trainers push through to Swampert as fast as possible. Only weak to Electric and Grass. Known as the Mud Fish Pokemon.
Mudkip's spread isn't flashy. Attack leads, Speed trails, 0 stats clear the bar. Tough to catch and worth 1 Attack EV, on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
Using the fin on its head, Mudkip senses the flow of water to keep track of what’s going on around it. Mudkip has the strength to heft boulders.
Mudkip Weakness
GoodType-wise, Mudkip takes extra damage from Electric and Grass. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. Only 2 weaknesses makes it relatively easy to build around defensively.
Mudkip is the start of a three-stage chain. It evolves into Marshtomp first, then eventually reaches Swampert. For breeding, average hatch time with plenty of partners via two egg groups. Evolving adds up to 225 stat points total.
How to Evolve
Breed Mudkip easily with 81 breeding partners from the Monster and Water1 egg groups.
Still unevolved, still relevant. Mudkip's Eviolite bulk with max Attack and Speed EVs creates a defensive profile that punches above its stage. Torrent adds passive value. Liquidation gives it offensive presence.
Best Build
Best Mudkip Moveset
- Yawn
- Liquidation
- Body Slam
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
TMs define Mudkip's movepool. The natural moves cover basics with Hydro Pump and Surf, but the real versatility comes from technical machines giving it Normal and Fighting coverage and more. That's where the options open up.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Mudkip develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Take Down and Surf show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
The egg pool carries weight here. Ancient Power and Bite aren't available any other way for Mudkip, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Hydro Pump and Surf for solid options.
The egg pool carries weight here. Ancient Power and Bite aren't available any other way for Mudkip, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Hydro Pump and Surf for solid options.
Mudkip doesn't appear in Scarlet & Violet. Transfer it from Ruby, Emerald, or Brilliant Diamond to add it to your collection. Check the source games below for encounter details.
Mudkip is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
Also found in:
No wild encounters for Mudkip in Legends: Z-A. It's available in Ruby, Emerald, or Brilliant Diamond and can be transferred over. The details below show where to find it.
Mudkip is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
Also found in:
moderate rates across 6 locations for Mudkip in endgame routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Best Locations
walking encounters for Mudkip across 6 spots at Lv. 58-63. The catch is that Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl don't share every location, so compare what's available in your version.
Mudkip can't be caught in Sword & Shield. Bring it over from Ruby, Emerald, or Brilliant Diamond instead. The encounter info below covers the source games.
Mudkip is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
Catch in the wild in:
Then trade to Sword & Shield.
Also found in:
Mudkip isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Marshtomp to unlock its full potential. At 310 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Mudkip evolves into Marshtomp at level 16. Mudkip is the base form in a 3-stage evolutionary line.
Torrent is the go-to ability for Mudkip. It strengthens water moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less. Its hidden ability Damp can work in specific setups.
Mudkip fills the balanced role. It's a mixed attacker — base 70 Attack and 50 Sp. Atk. Base 40 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. And it's fragile — can't afford to take many hits.
Mudkip appears in 16 games, including Ruby & Sapphire, FireRed & LeafGreen, and Emerald.
Mudkip first appeared in Ruby & Sapphire and has been available in 16 games across 7 generations. Obtainable through catching or hatching as a base form in most titles where it appears.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRSDebut
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A