You won't find a real weakness in Clauncher's stat line. It's well-rounded for the Water Gun Pokemon, and what it does with that depends on moveset and items. Yields 1 Sp. Atk EV, on a slow 1.25M XP grind.
This Pokémon launches water by detonating gas inside its right claw. It snipes flying Pokémon.
Clauncher’s claws will regrow if they fall off. The meat inside the claws is edible, but it has a distinct flavor that doesn’t appeal to all tastes.
Clauncher is weak to Electric and Grass. The Water typing picks up 4 resistances to work with. Clauncher's Water typing only leaves 2 gaps to cover.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Grass |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Ice, Steel |
Jolteon can KO Clauncher with Thunderbolt (171-202%). Toedscool's Giga Drain hits Clauncher for 44-52%. Venusaur deals 72-85% with Giga Drain.
 Jolteon Electric | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityVoltabsorb ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Clauncher View Jolteon builds →Thunderbolt 2x171-202%KO Volt Switch 2x133-157%KO Shadow Ball51-60% | ||
 Toedscool GroundGrass | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMyceliummight ItemEviolite NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Clauncher View Toedscool builds →Rapid Spin10-12% Knock Off12-15% Giga Drain 2x44-52% | ||
 Venusaur GrassPoison | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityOvergrow ItemLeftovers NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Clauncher View Venusaur builds →Sludge Bomb43-50% Giga Drain 2x72-85% Knock Off21-25% | ||
Clauncher is the base form in a two-stage line leading to Clawitzer. Check the evolution method below. A massive partner pool for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are quick to hatch. Evolving adds up to 170 stat points total. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Clauncher easily with 114 breeding partners from the Water1 and Water3 egg groups.
Prediction matters here. Choice Specs means Clauncher can't change moves after clicking, but the payoff is boosted special damage with move lock. Flexible EVs with Megalauncher back that up. The remaining moves prevents free switches.
Best Build
Clauncher best EVs are Sp. Def and Sp. Atk
Special Wallbreaker Moveset
- Dark Pulse
- Dragon Pulse
- Water Pulse
- Aura Sphere
Recommended Teammates
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Dragon Pulse
- Dark Pulse
- Water Pulse
- Aura Sphere
Recommended Teammates
No build content available for this Pokemon in Gen 8.
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Moves
Muddy Water and Crabhammer bring the raw damage. But Clauncher also picks up coverage across 11 types from TMs, making it tough to find a safe switch. You're not locked into one angle here.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
The level-up pool tells the story here. Clauncher learns Hydro Pump and Blizzard naturally, plus enough variety that TMs feel like bonuses. Coverage across 10 types extends the reach beyond that.
Egg moves make a real difference. Clauncher gets Aqua Tail and Bubble Beam exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Coverage across 9 types rounds out the picture alongside Crabhammer and Muddy Water.
Egg moves make a real difference. Clauncher gets Aqua Jet and Crabhammer exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Coverage across 8 types rounds out the picture alongside Crabhammer and Muddy Water.
high spawn rates across 17 locations for Clauncher 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.
Best Locations to Catch Clauncher in Scarlet & Violet
Clauncher won't take long. 17 walking spots from Lv. 23-41 with solid rates across most of them. The top locations at each game stage are listed first.
Clauncher can't be caught in Legends: Z-A. Bring it over from X, Alpha Sapphire, or Sword instead. The encounter info below covers the source games.
moderate rates is the best you'll get on Clauncher in late-game water routes. Use the sort toggle below. Best shows where the odds peak, Earliest shows where you can access it soonest in your playthrough.
Best Locations to Catch Clauncher in Sword & Shield
Clauncher 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.
Clauncher can't be caught in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Bring it over from X, Alpha Sapphire, or Sword instead. The encounter info below covers the source games.
Clauncher evolves into Clawitzer at level 37. One evolution, no branching. Solid jump from 330 BST.
Clauncher evolves into Clawitzer at level 37. Takes some grinding. Plan your team around the mid-game wait.
For a casual playthrough, Clauncher works as a placeholder. Water coverage is useful early. The real payoff is Clawitzer. That's where the stats start mattering.
Clauncher is catchable across 7 games. Debuted in Legends: Z-A and most recently available in X & Y and Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire.
Since X & Y, Clauncher has been obtainable in 7 games. A Generation 6 debut means a shorter history, but Clauncher has appeared steadily across every generation since.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XYDebut
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves