Remoraid Best Moveset
Water at 65/65 mixed offenses and 65 Speed. Balanced and unremarkable. The moveset has nothing standout. Evolve to Octillery for 105/105 mixed power that actually threatens encounters.
Remoraid saw minimal competitive use in Gen II (Gold, Silver & Crystal). This was Remoraid's competitive peak.
Best Moves
Best Build
Utility Moveset
- Surf
- Octazooka
- Hyper Beam
- Bubble Beam
Remoraid saw minimal competitive use in Gen III (Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald). Remoraid maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Hustle with Sitrus Berry, favoring a Naive nature.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Surf
- Fire Blast
- Psychic
- Ice Beam
Recommended Teammates
Remoraid saw minimal competitive use in Gen IV (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum). Remoraid maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Sniper with Scopelens, favoring a Naughty nature.
Mixed Attacker Moveset
- Blizzard
- Gunk Shot
- Signal Beam
- Water Pulse
Recommended Teammates
Remoraid saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). Remoraid maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Hustle with Eviolite, favoring a Modest nature.
Special Tank Moveset
- Surf
- Psychic
- Signal Beam
- Flamethrower
Recommended Teammates
Remoraid saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). Remoraid maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran hustle with Eviolite, favoring a Jolly nature.
Utility Moveset
- Scald
- Ice Beam
- Water Spout
- Waterfall
Remoraid saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Remoraid maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Sniper with Choice Scarf, favoring a Timid nature.
Special Revenge Killer Moveset
- Ice Beam
- Fire Blast
- Hydro Pump
- Water Spout
Remoraid saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Remoraid maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Moody with Leftovers, favoring a Quirky nature.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Flamethrower
- Protect
- Substitute
- Thunder Wave
Recommended Teammates
Remoraid Weakness
Remoraid's Water typing leaves it vulnerable to Electric and Grass. 4 resistances help offset the weaknesses. Just 2 weak spots to worry about, which keeps teambuilding straightforward.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Grass |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Ice, Steel |
What is Remoraid Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Remoraid
Rillaboom can KO Remoraid with Wood Hammer (661-778%). Regieleki threatens a KO with Volt Switch (201-237%).
 Rillaboom Grass | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityGrassy Surge ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Remoraid View Rillaboom builds →Knock Off119-141%KO U Turn129-152%KO Wood Hammer 2x661-778%KO | ||
 Regieleki Electric | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityTransistor ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Remoraid View Regieleki builds →Rapid Spin35-41% Volt Switch 2x201-237%KO Volt Switch 2x201-237%KO Rapid Spin35-41% | ||
Evolution
One evolution ahead. Remoraid grows into Octillery through a straightforward two-stage chain. A massive partner pool for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolved forms gain up to 180 total stats over Remoraid. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Remoraid
Remoraid appears at decent spawn rates across 3 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 Remoraid in PLA
Remoraid is your first catch on the way to Remoraid. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 21-47 across 5 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Remoraid ✓Tranquility CoveLv.21-24GrassRate 15%Castaway ShoreLv.24-34GrassRate 15%Sand's ReachLv.28-36GrassRate 15%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into OctilleryCastaway ShoreLv.24-34GrassRate 15%Islespy ShoreLv.40-47GrassRate 15%or evolve from Remoraid (Step 1)
Remoraid's scattered across 16 spots in early-game fishing spots with high spawn rates. Check the list below for the closest location to wherever you are in the game. This one's quick.
Where To Catch Remoraid in BDSP
The path to Remoraid starts with Remoraid at Lv. 10-55 via fishing and walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Remoraid ✓Pastoria CityLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Pokémon LeagueLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 213Lv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 222Lv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 223Lv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 224Lv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 230Lv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Sunyshore CityLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into OctilleryPastoria CityLv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Pokémon LeagueLv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Route 213Lv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Route 222Lv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Route 224Lv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Sunyshore CityLv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Route 223Lv.40-55Super RodRate 5%Route 230Lv.40-55Super RodRate 5%Fountainspring CaveLv.50-55CaveRequires WaterfallRiverbank CaveLv.50-55CaveRequires WaterfallStill-Water CavernLv.50-55CaveRequires Waterfallor evolve from Remoraid (Step 1)
high spawn rates in early-game water routes across 24 locations. Remoraid's one of the easier catches on the list. Multiple catch methods are available, so check which ones match your setup. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Remoraid in SwSh
Remoraid is your first catch on the way to Remoraid. You'll find fishing, surfing, and more encounters from Lv. 7-48 across 36 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Remoraid ✓South Lake MilochLv.11-13Super RodRate 40%Fields of HonorLv.13-18Super RodRate 40%West Lake AxewellLv.7-11Super RodRate 10%Workout SeaLv.43-48Super RodRate 40%West Lake AxewellLv.38-40Surfing on waterRate 25%OvercastRoute 9 - in Circhester Bay) (SurfingLv.39-43OverworldRate 15%All WeatherWest Lake AxewellLv.38-40Surfing on waterRate 10%Normal WeatherWest Lake AxewellLv.38-40Surfing on waterRate 10%SandstormWest Lake AxewellLv.38-40Surfing on waterRate 10%RainingWest Lake AxewellLv.38-40Surfing on waterRate 5%ThunderstormWest Lake AxewellLv.38-40Surfing on waterRate 5%Heavy FogWest Lake AxewellLv.38-40Surfing on waterRate 5%Intense Sun
Step 2Catch or Evolve into OctilleryFields of HonorLv.13-18Super RodRate 10%Route 9Lv.38-42Super RodRate 60%Route 9Lv.38-42GrassRate 30%All WeatherAxew's EyeLv.35-40Super RodRate 25%Route 9 - in Circhester BayLv.39-43OverworldRate 24%All WeatherWorkout SeaLv.43-48Super RodRate 10%or evolve from Remoraid (Step 1)
decent spawn rates in early-game fishing spots across 22 locations. Remoraid's one of the easier catches on the list. Two different catch methods are in play here. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Remoraid in USUM
Remoraid is your first catch on the way to Remoraid. You'll find fishing and surfing encounters from Lv. 10-25 across 38 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Remoraid ✓Kala'e BayLv.10-17Super RodRate 25%Hau'oli City - BeachfrontLv.10-22Super RodRate 15%Shaking spotHau'oli City - BeachfrontLv.10-17Super RodRate 15%Kala'e BayLv.10-22Super RodRate 15%Shaking spotMelemele SeaLv.10-22Super RodRate 15%Shaking spotMelemele SeaLv.10-17Super RodRate 15%Route 8Lv.10-20Super RodRate 15%Hau'oli City - BeachfrontLv.15-18Surfing on waterSOS from MantykeKala'e BayLv.15-18Surfing on waterSOS from MantykeMelemele SeaLv.15-18Surfing on waterSOS from MantykeRoute 8Lv.10-25Super RodRate 5%Shaking spot
Step 2Catch or Evolve into OctilleryHau'oli City - BeachfrontLv.10-17Super RodSOS from RemoraidHau'oli City - BeachfrontLv.10-22Super RodSOS from RemoraidKala'e BayLv.10-22Super RodSOS from RemoraidKala'e BayLv.10-17Super RodSOS from RemoraidMelemele SeaLv.10-22Super RodSOS from RemoraidMelemele SeaLv.10-17Super RodSOS from RemoraidRoute 8Lv.10-20Super RodSOS from RemoraidRoute 8Lv.10-25Super RodSOS from Remoraidor evolve from Remoraid (Step 1)
Base Stats
Attack and Sp. Atk carry most of Remoraid's stat budget. HP's the obvious dump stat. Common in the wild and yields 1 Sp. Atk EV. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
The water they shoot from their mouths can hit moving prey from more than 300 feet away.
Remoraid Guide
You can run Remoraid through the first few routes without issues. 300 BST won't carry you far though. Get it to Octillery as fast as you can.
Game Availability
Available in 17 titles since its debut in Gold & Silver, Remoraid spans 9 generations of Pokemon games. It's accessible through catching or hatching as a base form in most mainline games.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GSDebut
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
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
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