Skrelp is technically a pre-evolution of Dragalge, but it holds its own in formats where Eviolite is allowed. Adaptability boosts same-type moves from 1.5x to 2x damage, adding extra value. Flexible enough to run physical or special sets.
Skrelp's spread isn't flashy. Attack leads, Speed trails, 0 stats clear the bar. Easy to catch and worth 1 Sp. Def EV, on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
Skrelp evades its enemies by hiding amid drifting seaweed. It eats rotten seaweed to create its poison.
This Pokémon is a poor swimmer. If it’s caught in a fierce storm, it will sometimes get washed far away and become unable to return to its home.
Skrelp Weakness
GoodType-wise, Skrelp takes extra damage from Electric, Ground, and Psychic. 8 resistances give it solid defensive coverage on top of that.
Skrelp evolves into Dragalge. It's a two-stage chain with the method shown below. Plenty of partners for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. Evolving adds up to 174 stat points total.
How to Evolve
Breed Skrelp easily with 72 breeding partners from the Dragon and Water1 egg groups.
Adaptability and Eviolite give Skrelp staying power beyond its evolution stage. Modest nature boosts Sp. Atk, a spread EV build EVs set the spread, and the pre-evolution bulk actually works here.
Best Build
Best Skrelp Moveset
- Flip Turn
- Sludge Bomb
- Surf
- Hydro Pump
Recommended Teammates
TMs define Skrelp's movepool. The natural moves cover basics with Gunk Shot and Hydro Pump, but the real versatility comes from technical machines giving it coverage across 8 types. That's where the options open up.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Skrelp develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Sludge Bomb and Hydro Pump 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. Acid Armor and Dragon Tail aren't available any other way for Skrelp, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Gunk Shot and Hydro Pump for solid options.
The egg pool carries weight here. Acid Armor and Haze aren't available any other way for Skrelp, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Gunk Shot and Hydro Pump for solid options.
17 encounter spots for Skrelp at high spawn rates starting from late-game routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Best Locations
Skrelp shows up in 17 walking spots from Lv. 34-52. Plenty of options, and the list is sorted so the highest-rate locations at each progression stage come first.
Skrelp can't be caught in Legends: Z-A. Bring it over from Y, Omega Ruby, or Shield instead. The encounter info below covers the source games.
Finding Skrelp at moderate rates takes patience. 45 spots are available in late-game water routes, but the rate difference between them matters. Lock in the top one from the sorted list below.
Best Locations
Skrelp isn't a quick catch. 45 surfing encounters from Lv. 40-45 with slim rates across the board. Commit to one spot instead of jumping between areas.
Skrelp doesn't appear in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Transfer it from Y, Omega Ruby, or Shield to add it to your collection. Check the source games below for encounter details.
Skrelp isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Dragalge to unlock its full potential. At 320 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Skrelp evolves into Dragalge at level 48. Skrelp is the base form of this evolutionary line.
Run Adaptability on Skrelp. It's the ability that defines how you build around it and the main reason it holds a competitive niche. Skrelp also gets Poison Point and Poison Touch, but they don't compare.
Skrelp fills the balanced role. It's a special attacker with base 60 Sp. Atk. Base 30 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go.
Skrelp appears in 7 games, including X & Y, Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, and Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Introduced in X & Y, Skrelp has appeared in 7 games across 4 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
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 VIXYDebut
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