Barboach Best Moveset
Water/Ground at 48 Attack and 60 Speed. Only Grass hits super-effectively. AbilityAnticipation alerts to super-effective moves the opponent carries, which is scouting value on zero offensive stats. The moveset can't compete. Evolve to Whiscash for 110 HP and the defensive profile that survives.
Barboach saw minimal competitive use in Gen III (Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald). This was Barboach's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Oblivious with Leftovers, favoring a Relaxed nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Barboach best EVs are Sp. Atk and Attack
Utility Moveset
- Earthquake
- Ice Beam
- Hidden Power Fire
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Barboach saw minimal competitive use in Gen IV (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum). Barboach maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Anticipation with Life Orb, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Attacker Moveset
- Dragon Dance
- Earthquake
- Waterfall
- Return
Recommended Teammates
Barboach saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). Barboach maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Anticipation with Leftovers, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Attacker Moveset
- Dragon Dance
- Earthquake
- Waterfall
- Facade
Recommended Teammates
Barboach was a niche pick at best in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS), rarely seen in standard play. This was a decline from E-Tier in the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Oblivious with Eviolite, favoring a Naughty nature.
Physical Attacker Moveset
- Dragon Dance
- Earthquake
- Waterfall
- Earth Power
Recommended Teammates
Barboach saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Barboach climbed from F-Tier as the competitive landscape shifted. Its most popular set ran Oblivious with Eviolite, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Attacker Moveset
- Earthquake
- Dragon Dance
- Waterfall
Barboach saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Barboach maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Anticipation with Leftovers, favoring a Hardy nature.
Utility Moveset
- Earthquake
- Mud Slap
- Rain Dance
- Waterfall
Recommended Teammates
Barboach saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Barboach maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Oblivious with Eviolite, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Earthquake
- Dragon Dance
- Liquidation
- Waterfall
Recommended Teammates
Barboach Weakness
Barboach's Water/Ground typing leaves it vulnerable to Grass. Grass hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. It shrugs off Electric-type attacks completely. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Grass |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Poison, Rock, Steel |
| 0x (Immune) | Electric |
What is Barboach Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Barboach
Rillaboom can KO Barboach with Wood Hammer (634-746%).
 Rillaboom Grass | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityGrassy Surge ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Barboach View Rillaboom builds →Knock Off57-68% U Turn62-73% Wood Hammer 4x634-746%KO | ||
Evolution
Barboach evolves into Whiscash. It's a two-stage chain with the method shown below. A decent partner pool for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolved forms gain up to 180 total stats over Barboach. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Barboach easily with 34 breeding partners from the Water2 egg group.
How to Get Barboach
Easy grab on Barboach with high spawn rates across 30 locations in mid-game routes. The sorted list below shows the full spread so you can pick the most convenient spot.
Where To Catch Barboach in SV
Barboach is your first catch on the way to Barboach. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 16-48 across 58 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Barboach ✓Casseroya Lake - LakeLv.16-34OverworldRate 36%East Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.16-34OverworldRate 36%Glaseado MountainLv.16-34OverworldRate 36%North Province (Area One) - LakeLv.16-34OverworldRate 36%North Province (Area Two) - LakeLv.16-34OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Five) - LakeLv.16-34OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Four) - LakeLv.16-34OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area One) - LakeLv.16-34OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Six) - LakeLv.16-34OverworldRate 36%Tagtree Thicket - LakeLv.16-34OverworldRate 36%West Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.16-34OverworldRate 36%Crystal PoolLv.27-34OverworldFellhorn GorgeLv.27-34OverworldMossfell ConfluenceLv.27-34OverworldOni MountainLv.27-34Overworld
Step 2Catch or Evolve into WhiscashFellhorn GorgeLv.30-34OverworldKitakami WildsLv.30-34OverworldOni MountainLv.30-34OverworldCasseroya Lake - LakeLv.30-48OverworldRate 4%East Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.30-48OverworldRate 4%Glaseado MountainLv.30-48OverworldRate 4%North Province (Area One) - LakeLv.30-48OverworldRate 4%North Province (Area Two) - LakeLv.30-48OverworldRate 4%South Province (Area Five) - LakeLv.30-48OverworldRate 4%South Province (Area Four) - LakeLv.30-48OverworldRate 4%South Province (Area One) - LakeLv.30-48OverworldRate 4%South Province (Area Six) - LakeLv.30-48OverworldRate 4%Tagtree Thicket - LakeLv.30-48OverworldRate 4%West Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.30-48OverworldRate 4%or evolve from Barboach (Step 1)
decent spawn rates across 3 locations for Barboach 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 Barboach in PLA
The path to Barboach starts with Barboach at Lv. 19-56 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Barboach ✓Gapejaw BogLv.19-29GrassRate 15%Lake ValorLv.26-29GrassRate 15%Wayward CaveLv.26-29CaveRate 15%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into WhiscashGapejaw BogLv.33-36GrassRate 15%Wayward CaveLv.35-38CaveRate 15%Lake ValorLv.53-56GrassRate 15%or evolve from Barboach (Step 1)
Barboach's scattered across 46 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 Barboach in BDSP
Barboach is your first catch on the way to Barboach. You'll find fishing and walking encounters from Lv. 10-55 across 90 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Barboach ✓Celestic TownLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Eterna CityLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Mt. Coronet - 4FLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Mt. Coronet - B1FLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Mt. Coronet - Route 207 EntranceLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Oreburgh Gate - B1FLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Ravaged PathLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 205 - NorthLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 208Lv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 210 - NorthLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 212 - SouthLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 227Lv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 228Lv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Great Marsh - Area 1Lv.15-20Good RodRate 30%Great Marsh - Area 2Lv.15-20Good RodRate 30%Great Marsh - Area 3Lv.15-20Good RodRate 30%Great Marsh - Area 4Lv.15-20Good RodRate 30%Great Marsh - Area 6Lv.15-20Good RodRate 30%Bogsunk CavernLv.25-29GrassRequires StrengthFountainspring CaveLv.25-29CaveRequires StrengthRiverbank CaveLv.25-29CaveRequires StrengthStill-Water CavernLv.25-29CaveRequires StrengthSwampy CaveLv.25-29GrassRequires Strength
Step 2Catch or Evolve into WhiscashGreat Marsh - Area 1Lv.30-55Super RodRate 60%Great Marsh - Area 2Lv.30-55Super RodRate 60%Great Marsh - Area 3Lv.30-55Super RodRate 60%Great Marsh - Area 4Lv.30-55Super RodRate 60%Great Marsh - Area 6Lv.30-55Super RodRate 60%Eterna CityLv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Mt. Coronet - B1FLv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Mt. Coronet - Route 207 EntranceLv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Oreburgh Gate - B1FLv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Ravaged PathLv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Route 205 - NorthLv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Route 208Lv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Route 210 - NorthLv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Route 212 - SouthLv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Route 227Lv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Route 228Lv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Celestic TownLv.40-55Super RodRate 5%Bogsunk CavernLv.50-55GrassRequires WaterfallFountainspring CaveLv.50-55CaveRequires WaterfallRiverbank CaveLv.50-55CaveRequires WaterfallStill-Water CavernLv.50-55CaveRequires WaterfallSwampy CaveLv.50-55GrassRequires Waterfallor evolve from Barboach (Step 1)
high spawn rates in early-game water routes across 84 locations. Barboach'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 Barboach in SwSh
To get Barboach, start by catching Barboach through surfing, fishing, and more encounters at Lv. 7-65. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Barboach ✓Soothing WetlandsLv.13-18Super RodRate 40%North Lake MilochLv.14-16Super RodRate 40%MotostokeLv.7-11Super RodRate 10%South Lake MilochLv.11-13Super RodRate 9%Galar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24Super RodRate 55%Stony WildernessLv.26-28GrassRate 40%RainingSouth Lake MilochLv.41-44Surfing on waterRate 60%Intense SunSouth Lake MilochLv.41-44Surfing on waterRate 60%SandstormSouth Lake MilochLv.41-44Surfing on waterRate 60%ThunderstormNorth Lake MilochLv.42-45Surfing on waterRate 60%SandstormNorth Lake MilochLv.42-45Surfing on waterRate 60%RainingNorth Lake MilochLv.42-45Surfing on waterRate 60%Intense SunBrawlers' CaveLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 50%All WeatherSouth Lake MilochLv.41-44Surfing on waterRate 25%Heavy FogSouth Lake MilochLv.41-44Surfing on waterRate 25%OvercastNorth Lake MilochLv.42-45Surfing on waterRate 25%Heavy FogSlumbering WealdLv.45-47Super RodRate 20%South Lake MilochLv.41-44Surfing on waterRate 10%RainingSouth Lake MilochLv.41-44Surfing on waterRate 10%SnowingNorth Lake MilochLv.42-45Surfing on waterRate 10%OvercastSouth Lake MilochLv.41-44Surfing on waterRate 5%Normal WeatherSouth Lake MilochLv.41-44Surfing on waterRate 5%SnowstormNorth Lake MilochLv.42-45Surfing on waterRate 5%Normal WeatherNorth Lake MilochLv.42-45Surfing on waterRate 5%ThunderstormNorth Lake MilochLv.42-45Surfing on waterRate 5%SnowstormRoaring-Sea CavesLv.60-65Surfing on waterRate 100%SandstormBallimere LakeLv.60-65Surfing on waterRate 27%Normal WeatherBallimere LakeLv.60-65Surfing on waterRate 27%RainingBallimere LakeLv.60-65Surfing on waterRate 27%ThunderstormBallimere LakeLv.60-65Surfing on waterRate 27%OvercastBallimere LakeLv.60-65Surfing on waterRate 27%Intense SunRoaring-Sea CavesLv.60-65Surfing on waterRate 25%OvercastRoaring-Sea CavesLv.60-65Surfing on waterRate 25%ThunderstormRoaring-Sea CavesLv.60-65Surfing on waterRate 25%Normal WeatherRoaring-Sea CavesLv.60-65Surfing on waterRate 25%RainingRoaring-Sea CavesLv.60-65Surfing on waterRate 25%Intense SunRoaring-Sea CavesLv.60-65Surfing on waterRate 25%Heavy FogBallimere LakeLv.60-65Surfing on waterRate 20%SnowingGiant's BedLv.60-65Super RodRate 20%Giant's FootLv.60-65Super RodRate 20%Roaring-Sea CavesLv.60-65Surfing on waterRate 20%SnowstormRoaring-Sea CavesLv.60-65Surfing on waterRate 20%Snowing
Step 2Catch or Evolve into WhiscashSoothing WetlandsLv.13-18Super RodRate 10%Slumbering WealdLv.45-47Super RodRate 60%Giant's BedLv.60-65Super RodRate 15%Giant's FootLv.60-65Super RodRate 15%or evolve from Barboach (Step 1)
Base Stats
Barboach's stats barely vary. None sit in respectable range with no real gaps. It's a blank slate for EV investment. Worth 1 HP EV, medium-fast 1M XP curve to max.
It probes muddy riverbeds with its two long whiskers. A slimy film protects its body.
Barboach Guide
Barboach does the job early-game if you need a Water/Ground type on your team. Evolve it into Whiscash before the later gyms and it holds up fine through the story.
Game Availability
Barboach first appeared in Ruby & Sapphire and has been available in 16 games across 8 generations. Obtainable through catching or hatching as a base form in most titles where it appears.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RSDebut
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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