Azumarill Best Moveset
AbilityHuge Power doubles the 50 base Attack to effective 100, and Held ItemSitrus Berry with NatureAdamant pushes physical Water and Fairy TermStab further. MoveAqua Jet priority bypasses the 50 Speed entirely. MoveBelly Drum maxes Attack in one turn for a devastating sweep. Tera Water amplifies Aqua Jet into a priority nuke. The moveset defines physical Water offense.
Pure Water with 50 Attack in Gen II (Gold & Silver). One of the weakest fully-evolved Water-types available. Nothing suggested what was coming.
Utility Moveset
- Whirlpool
- Perish Song
- Belly Drum
- Return
Recommended Teammates
Huge Power doubled Attack to an effective 100 in Gen III (Ruby & Sapphire). From irrelevant to a real physical threat overnight thanks to one ability.
Physical Tank Moveset
- Focus Punch
- Brick Break
- Substitute
- Hidden Power Ghost
Recommended Teammates
Aqua Jet gave it priority in Gen IV (Diamond & Pearl). Choice Band plus Huge Power plus Aqua Jet was a legitimate offensive threat despite terrible Speed.
Physical Tank Moveset
- Ice Punch
- Waterfall
- Aqua Jet
- Superpower
Recommended Teammates
Same formula in Gen V (Black & White). Huge Power Aqua Jet cleaned weakened teams, and Superpower punished Steel and Normal switch-ins.
Physical Wallbreaker Moveset
- Waterfall
- Aqua Jet
- Superpower
- Ice Punch
Recommended Teammates
Fairy typing arrived and Azumarill became a monster in Gen VI (X & Y). Huge Power plus Play Rough plus Aqua Jet plus Belly Drum. One of the generation's most dominant forces.
Best Moves
Best Build
Azumarill best EVs are HP and Attack
Physical Tank Moveset
- Aqua Jet
- Play Rough
- Knock Off
- Waterfall
Recommended Teammates
Two gens at the top in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). Fairy/Water resisted Dark, Dragon, Fire, Fighting, and Bug. Huge Power made even resisted hits sting.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Aqua Jet
- Play Rough
- Belly Drum
- Knock Off
Recommended Teammates
Dropped slightly in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield) as the format adapted. Belly Drum sets were telegraphed, and faster Fairy-types competed for the slot.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Aqua Jet
- Knock Off
- Belly Drum
- Play Rough
Recommended Teammates
Still effective in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). Huge Power plus priority was a formula that never fully fell off, even as the metagame evolved past it.
Physical Tank Moveset
- Aqua Jet
- Play Rough
- Belly Drum
- Liquidation
Recommended Teammates
Azumarill Weakness
Azumarill is weak to Electric, Grass, and Poison. On the flip side, it's immune to Dragon-type moves entirely. With 6 resistances, the defensive profile is strong. Thick Fat reduces Fire/Ice damage, further improving the defensive spread. With 100 HP and balanced defenses, Azumarill can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Grass, Poison |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Ice, Fighting, Bug, Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Dragon |
What is Azumarill Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Azumarill
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Recommended Build AbilityVesselofruin ItemLeftovers NatureCareful Moves
Damage vs Azumarill View Ting-Lu builds →Earthquake23-27% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityNatural Cure ItemLeftovers NatureCalm Moves View Blissey builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityPrankster ItemLightclay NatureCareful Moves View Grimmsnarl builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityNatural Cure ItemEviolite NatureBold Moves View Chansey builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityIntimidate ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Azumarill View Incineroar builds →Knock Off11-13% Flare Blitz20-23% | ||
Evolution
End of the line. Azumarill caps a three-stage chain that started at Azurill. Breeding produces the base form, and eggs are quick to hatch. HP grew the most through evolution (+50 over Azurill), and Azumarill peaks at 420 total stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Azumarill
moderate rates across 10 locations for Azumarill in mid-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Azumarill in SV
The path to Azumarill starts with Azurill at Lv. 5-50 via walking encounters. 3 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch AzurillAsado Desert - RiverLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%Casseroya Lake - LakeLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%Casseroya Lake - RiverLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%East Province (Area One) - RiverLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%East Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%East Province (Area Three) - RiverLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%East Province (Area Two) - RiverLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%Glaseado MountainLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%North Province (Area One) - LakeLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%North Province (Area One) - RiverLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%North Province (Area Three) - RiverLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%North Province (Area Two) - LakeLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%South Paldean Sea - RiverLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%South Province (Area Five) - LakeLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%South Province (Area Five) - RiverLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%South Province (Area Four) - LakeLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%South Province (Area Four) - RiverLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%South Province (Area One) - LakeLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%South Province (Area One) - RiverLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%South Province (Area Six) - LakeLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%South Province (Area Six) - RiverLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%South Province (Area Two) - RiverLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%Tagtree Thicket - LakeLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%Tagtree Thicket - RiverLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%West Province (Area One) - RiverLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%West Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%West Province (Area Three) - RiverLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%West Province (Area Two) - RiverLv.5-8OverworldRate 1%
Step 2Catch or Evolve MarillEast Province (Area Two) - GrassLv.19-24OverworldRate 48%Asado Desert - RiverLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%Casseroya Lake - LakeLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%Casseroya Lake - RiverLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%East Province (Area One) - RiverLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%East Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%East Province (Area Three) - RiverLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%East Province (Area Two) - RiverLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%Glaseado MountainLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%North Province (Area One) - LakeLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%North Province (Area One) - RiverLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%North Province (Area Three) - RiverLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%North Province (Area Two) - LakeLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%South Paldean Sea - RiverLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Five) - LakeLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Five) - RiverLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Four) - LakeLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Four) - RiverLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area One) - LakeLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area One) - RiverLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Six) - LakeLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Six) - RiverLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Two) - RiverLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%Tagtree Thicket - LakeLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%Tagtree Thicket - RiverLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%West Province (Area One) - RiverLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%West Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%West Province (Area Three) - RiverLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%West Province (Area Two) - RiverLv.19-22OverworldRate 36%East Province (Area Two) - BeachLv.19-24OverworldRate 18%or evolve from Azurill (Step 1)
Step 3Azumarill ✓Casseroya Lake - LakeLv.28-50OverworldRate 12%Casseroya Lake - RiverLv.28-50OverworldRate 12%West Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.28-50OverworldRate 12%West Province (Area Three) - RiverLv.28-50OverworldRate 12%West Province (Area Two) - RiverLv.28-50OverworldRate 12%or evolve from Marill (Step 2)
Azumarill doesn't appear wild. Catch Azurill instead, it shows up at moderate rates. Evolve it at level 18 to get Azumarill. The 3-stage chain is mapped in the step cards below.
How to Obtain Azumarill in BDSP
To get Azumarill, start by catching Azurill through walking and surfing encounters at Lv. 20-30. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch AzurillGreat Marsh - Area 5Lv.20FloorRate 5%Great Marsh - Area 6Lv.20FloorRate 1%Great Marsh - Area 3Lv.22FloorRate 1%Great Marsh - Area 4Lv.22FloorRate 1%Great Marsh - Area 1Lv.24FloorRate 1%Great Marsh - Area 2Lv.24FloorRate 1%
Step 2Catch or Evolve MarillGreat Marsh - Area 1Lv.20-30Surfing on waterRate 30%Great Marsh - Area 2Lv.20-30Surfing on waterRate 30%Great Marsh - Area 3Lv.20-30Surfing on waterRate 30%Great Marsh - Area 4Lv.20-30Surfing on waterRate 30%Great Marsh - Area 6Lv.20-30Surfing on waterRate 30%Great Marsh - Area 5Lv.21-22FloorRate 15%Great Marsh - Area 6Lv.21-22FloorRate 15%Great Marsh - Area 3Lv.23-24FloorRate 15%Great Marsh - Area 4Lv.23-24FloorRate 15%Great Marsh - Area 1Lv.25-26FloorRate 15%Great Marsh - Area 2Lv.25-26FloorRate 15%or evolve from Azurill (Step 1)
Step 3Azumarill ✓
Can't catch Azumarill directly. Start with Azurill at moderate rates from the locations below, then evolve at level 18. The 3-stage chain from Azurill to Azumarill is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Azumarill in SwSh
Azurill is your first catch on the way to Azumarill. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 13-18 across 18 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch AzurillBrawlers' CaveLv.13-18OverworldRate 5%RainingBrawlers' CaveLv.13-18OverworldRate 5%SnowstormBrawlers' CaveLv.13-18OverworldRate 5%Intense SunBrawlers' CaveLv.13-18OverworldRate 5%Heavy FogBrawlers' CaveLv.13-18OverworldRate 5%SnowingBrawlers' CaveLv.13-18OverworldRate 5%OvercastBrawlers' CaveLv.13-18OverworldRate 5%SandstormBrawlers' CaveLv.13-18OverworldRate 5%ThunderstormBrawlers' CaveLv.13-18OverworldRate 5%Normal Weather
Step 2Evolve into MarillBREEDINGAvailableLeave Azumarill with a compatible partner at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Marill egg.
Step 3Azumarill ✓
Azumarill isn't available in the wild in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Start by transferring Azurill from Diamond & Pearl, Platinum, or Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. The evolution path from Azurill to Azumarill is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Azumarill in USUM
Step 1Breed Azurill from MarillLATER APPEARANCEfrom Diamond & PearlNot TradeableAppears in Diamond & Pearl via Walking · Trophy Garden. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom PlatinumNot TradeableAppears in Platinum via Walking · Trophy Garden. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black & WhiteNot TradeableAppears in Black & White via Walking · White Forest. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black 2 & White 2Not TradeableAppears in Black 2 & White 2 via Surfing · Floccesy Ranch. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom X & YNot TradeableAppears in X & Y via Walking · Route 22. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Sword & ShieldNot TradeableAppears in Sword & Shield via Overworld · Brawlers' Cave · Sandstorm. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Evolve into Marill- Step 3Azumarill ✓
Base Stats
Bulk defines Azumarill's stat line. HP and Defense anchor the defensive side, but Attack can't keep up offensively. Moderately hard to find and worth 3 HP EVs.
Its long ears are superb sensors. It can distinguish the movements of things in water and tell what they are.
Azumarill Guide
Azumarill can work for a story run. 420 BST is average, but Water/Fairy typing fills a niche depending on your team composition.
Huge Power changes the entire equation for Azumarill. The 420 BST doesn't tell the full story. Ranked C-Tier.
Huge Power is what you want on Azumarill. Every competitive set worth running is built with that ability in mind. The alternatives (Thick Fat, Sap Sipper) work on paper but Huge Power is what makes Azumarill worth using.
Sap Sipper is the hidden ability. It absorbs grass moves, raising Attack one stage. Worth hunting for if you want Azumarill to compete at a higher level.
Game Availability
Available in 17 titles since its debut in Gold & Silver, Azumarill spans 9 generations of Pokemon games. It's accessible through wild encounters in most mainline games.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- 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
Winds & Waves