Golisopod Best Moveset
Mega Golisopod shifts from Bug/Water to Bug/Steel, gaining 8 resistances and reducing weaknesses to Fire alone. 150 Attack behind 175 Defense fires Bug and Steel TermStab from the highest physical bulk among new Megas. 40 Speed keeps cooldowns slow, but the moveset is a fortress.
Emergency Exit forced a switch when HP dropped below 50% in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). First Impression dealt 90 power Bug priority on switch-in. Hit hard, then leave.
Best Moves
Best Build
Golisopod best EVs are HP and Attack
Physical Tank Moveset
- First Impression
- Liquidation
- Aqua Jet
- Leech Life
Recommended Teammates
Two gens of consistency in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). First Impression punished switch-ins, and Emergency Exit preserved Golisopod for another First Impression later. A hit-and-run specialist.
Physical Tank Moveset
- First Impression
- Aqua Jet
- Liquidation
- Sucker Punch
Recommended Teammates
Golisopod Weakness
Golisopod is weak to Electric, Flying, and Rock. It resists 5 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. Golisopod's physical bulk (base 140 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Flying, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Water, Ice, Fighting, Ground, Steel |
What is Golisopod Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Golisopod
Yveltal's Dark Pulse hits Golisopod for 35-41%. Jolteon's Thunderbolt also KOs at 121-142%.
S | ||
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Golisopod View Yveltal builds →Dark Pulse35-41% Sucker Punch18-21% | ||
B | ||
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Golisopod View Corviknight builds →U Turn10-12% | ||
 Jolteon Electric | B | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Golisopod View Jolteon builds →Volt Switch 2x94-111%KO Thunderbolt 2x121-142%KO Shadow Ball36-42% | ||
 Salamence Dragon | B | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Golisopod View Salamence builds →Earthquake13-15% | ||
 Tyranitar RockDark | B | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Golisopod View Tyranitar builds →Knock Off38-45% Stone Edge 2x117-137%KO | ||
Evolution
Golisopod is the evolved form of Wimpod. Breeding produces Wimpod eggs, and they take an average time to hatch. Evolving from Wimpod gave Golisopod the biggest boost in Defense (+100), bringing the total to 530 stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Golisopod to get Wimpod eggs easily using 91 partners from the Bug and Water 3 egg groups.
Shiny Golisopod
Crimson Golisopod looks like a mecha samurai dipped in war paint. The deep red shell over that purple underside pops in every animation, and the gray-green original suddenly feels like the B-side. This is how you recolor an arthropod.
Shiny Golisopod Odds & Hunting Methods
4 of 4 VerifiedHow do we research these odds?
We check every game where a shiny is possible, then rank each one by the best method available in that game, so the row at the top is the fastest route overall.
Odds marked verified are cross-checked against multiple independent sources before we publish them. Where a rate is not yet confirmed we mark the row pending rather than guess a number.
Read our full methodologyHow to Get Golisopod
Golisopod skulks through Lumiose's Wild Zones from level 30, an armored Bug and Water bruiser met on the overworld up to level 32.
Where To Catch Golisopod in LZA
Wimpod is your first catch on the way to Golisopod. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 17-32 across 3 total spots in the chain.
Step 2Golisopod ✓or evolve from Wimpod (Step 1)
Golisopod appears at moderate rates across 1 spot in endgame 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 Golisopod in SwSh
Wimpod is your first catch on the way to Golisopod. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 13-58 across 42 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch WimpodCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%SnowstormCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%Normal WeatherCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%OvercastCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%Heavy FogCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%RainingCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%SandstormCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%SnowingCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%Intense SunCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%ThunderstormGiant's MirrorLv.28-30OverworldRate 40%RainingHammerlocke HillsLv.29-31OverworldRate 35%ThunderstormMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28GrassRate 30%ThunderstormGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24OverworldRate 25%All WeatherMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28OverworldSwordRate 25%RainingMotostoke RiverbankLv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 25%RainingGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%SnowstormGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%Normal WeatherGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%OvercastGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%Heavy FogGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%RainingGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%SandstormGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%SnowingGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%Intense SunGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%ThunderstormGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveSwordRate 20%All WeatherBridge FieldLv.26-28GrassRate 10%Raining- Step 2Golisopod ✓Lake of OutrageLv.55-58OverworldRate 12%Rainingor evolve from Wimpod (Step 1)
Bring the right balls: check Golisopod catch odds in the Sword & Shield Catch Rate Calculator before you throw.
Golisopod doesn't appear wild. Catch Wimpod instead, it shows up through a special encounter. Evolve it at level 30 to get Golisopod. The 2-stage line is mapped in the step cards below.
How to Obtain Golisopod in USUM
To get Golisopod, start by catching Wimpod through fixed encounters at Lv. 17-44. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 2Golisopod ✓
No wild encounters for Golisopod. The 2-stage line runs through Wimpod, which you can catch through a special encounter from the locations below. Evolve at level 30 once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Golisopod in SM
To get Golisopod, start by catching Wimpod through fixed encounters at Lv. 17-43. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
- Step 2Golisopod ✓BREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Wimpod egg.
Base Stats
Golisopod's all-in on Defense at the expense of Speed. The physical lean is obvious from the bars. Yields 2 Defense EVs and follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It will do anything to win, taking advantage of every opening and finishing opponents off with the small claws on its front legs.
Golisopod Guide
Golisopod plays as a wallbreaker. It's slow, so Trick Room or priority moves are key. so pick your spots carefully. Liquidation is the primary attack.
Adamant is the go-to nature for Golisopod. That's +Attack / -Sp. Atk. Pair it with 252 HP / 252 Atk / 4 SpD EVs. Fits the wallbreaker role.
Game Availability
Introduced in Sun & Moon, Golisopod has appeared in 4 games across 3 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
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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 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 7SMDebut
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7Let's Go
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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