Crawdaunt Best Moveset
AbilityAdaptability doubles TermStab from 1.5x to 2x, turning 120 Attack behind Water/Dark coverage into raw damage that few Pokemon can absorb. Held ItemChoice Band with NatureAdamant pushes the physical output beyond what most defensive answers handle. MoveAqua Jet priority bypasses the 55 Speed. The moveset is a wallbreaker that ends games in two hits.
Water/Dark with poor 63 Speed in Gen III (Ruby & Sapphire). Crabhammer and Crunch were decent STAB but Crawdaunt was too slow to use them effectively.
Special Tank Moveset
- Brick Break
- Crabhammer
- Knock Off
- Ice Beam
Recommended Teammates
Same Speed problem in Gen IV (Diamond & Pearl). Dragon Dance existed but 63 Speed after one boost still wasn't fast enough to sweep.
Physical Revenge Killer Moveset
- Crunch
- Waterfall
- Superpower
- X Scissor
Recommended Teammates
Adaptability arrived and doubled the STAB bonus in Gen V (Black & White). Crabhammer and Knock Off went from 1.5x to 2x power. Every STAB move hit like a nuke.
Utility Moveset
- Crunch
- Crabhammer
- Superpower
- Brick Break
Recommended Teammates
Aqua Jet provided priority that fixed the Speed problem in Gen VI (X & Y). Swords Dance plus Adaptability Aqua Jet and Knock Off. One of the scariest wallbreakers around.
Best Moves
Best Build
Crawdaunt best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Aqua Jet
- Crabhammer
- Knock Off
- Swords Dance
Recommended Teammates
Same Adaptability formula in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). Knock Off removed items while dealing massive boosted damage. Two gens at A-Tier built on raw power.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Aqua Jet
- Knock Off
- Crabhammer
- Crunch
Recommended Teammates
Three gens of consistent performance in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). Crawdaunt didn't need Speed when Adaptability Aqua Jet hit that hard after Swords Dance.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Knock Off
- Aqua Jet
- Crabhammer
- Swords Dance
Recommended Teammates
Dropped slightly in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). The format's power level meant even Adaptability-boosted priority wasn't quite the force it used to be.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Aqua Jet
- Knock Off
- Crabhammer
- Close Combat
Recommended Teammates
Crawdaunt Weakness
Type-wise, Crawdaunt takes extra damage from Electric, Grass, Fighting, Bug, and Fairy. Psychic moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. 6 resistances give it solid defensive coverage on top of that. Crawdaunt's physical bulk (base 85 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Grass, Fighting, Bug, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Ice, Ghost, Dark, Steel |
| 0x (Immune) | Psychic |
What is Crawdaunt Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Crawdaunt
Moltres deals 39-46% with U-turn.
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Recommended Build AbilityVesselofruin ItemLeftovers NatureCareful Moves
Damage vs Crawdaunt View Ting-Lu builds →Earthquake33-39% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityNatural Cure ItemLeftovers NatureCalm Moves View Blissey builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Crawdaunt View Moltres builds →Flamethrower24-28% U Turn 2x39-46% | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureSassy Moves View Slowking-Galar builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityIntimidate ItemRocky Helmet NatureJolly Moves View Landorus-Therian builds →
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Evolution
Crawdaunt is the evolved form of Corphish. Breeding produces Corphish eggs, and they're quick to hatch. Evolving from Corphish gave Crawdaunt the biggest boost in Attack (+40), bringing the total to 468 stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Crawdaunt
Crawdaunt starts showing up in mid-game routes at moderate rates across 2 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Crawdaunt in SV
Corphish is your first catch on the way to Crawdaunt. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 7-60 across 10 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch CorphishFellhorn GorgeLv.7-60OverworldKitakami RoadLv.7-60OverworldMossfell ConfluenceLv.7-60OverworldRevelers RoadLv.7-60Overworld
Step 2Crawdaunt ✓Fellhorn GorgeLv.30-34Overworldor evolve from Corphish (Step 1)
A solid number of locations for Crawdaunt with moderate rates across late-game routes. The sort toggle below swaps between best odds and earliest access, so you can approach it based on where you are in the game.
Where To Catch Crawdaunt in BDSP
To get Crawdaunt, start by catching Corphish through walking and fishing encounters at Lv. 30-63. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch CorphishCelestic TownLv.30-40Super RodRate 30%Fountainspring CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameRiverbank CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameSpacious CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameStill-Water CavernLv.58-63CavePost-game
Step 2Crawdaunt ✓Celestic TownLv.35-55Super RodRate 5%Fountainspring CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameRiverbank CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameSpacious CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameStill-Water CavernLv.58-63CavePost-gameor evolve from Corphish (Step 1)
high spawn rates across 8 locations for Crawdaunt 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 Crawdaunt in SwSh
The path to Crawdaunt starts with Corphish at Lv. 10-45 via walking, surfing, and more encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch CorphishSouth Lake MilochLv.11-13GrassRate 40%OvercastSouth Lake MilochLv.11-13GrassRate 30%RainingSouth Lake MilochLv.11-13GrassRate 30%Heavy FogSouth Lake MilochLv.14-16OverworldSwordRate 30%Normal WeatherSouth Lake MilochLv.14-15OverworldShieldRate 30%Normal WeatherSouth Lake MilochLv.14-16OverworldRate 30%ThunderstormForest of FocusLv.10-15OverworldRate 20%ThunderstormForest of FocusLv.10-15OverworldRate 20%RainingSoothing WetlandsLv.10-15OverworldSwordRate 20%ThunderstormSoothing WetlandsLv.10-15OverworldSwordRate 20%RainingSouth Lake MilochLv.11-13GrassRate 20%SnowstormSouth Lake MilochLv.11-13GrassRate 20%ThunderstormSouth Lake MilochLv.11-13GrassRate 20%SnowingForest of FocusLv.13-18GrassRate 15%ThunderstormForest of FocusLv.13-18GrassRate 15%RainingSoothing WetlandsLv.13-18GrassRate 15%ThunderstormSoothing WetlandsLv.13-18GrassRate 15%RainingSoothing WetlandsLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 10%ThunderstormSoothing WetlandsLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 10%RainingSouth Lake MilochLv.11-13GrassRate 10%Normal WeatherSouth Lake MilochLv.14-16OverworldRate 10%RainingSouth Lake MilochLv.14-16OverworldRate 10%Heavy FogSouth Lake MilochLv.14-16OverworldRate 10%OvercastSouth Lake MilochLv.14-16OverworldRate 10%SnowingGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24Super RodRate 15%Giant's CapLv.26-28Super RodRate 10%Challenge Beach - RiverLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 45%All WeatherForest of FocusLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 45%All WeatherTraining LowlandsLv.40-45Surfing on waterRate 45%All Weather
Step 2Crawdaunt ✓Giant's SeatLv.30-35GrassRate 15%ThunderstormAxew's EyeLv.36-40OverworldRate 60%RainingAxew's EyeLv.35-40GrassRate 40%ThunderstormAxew's EyeLv.36-40OverworldRate 25%Thunderstormor evolve from Corphish (Step 1)
Crawdaunt starts showing up in early-game fishing spots at moderate rates across 4 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Crawdaunt in USUM
Corphish is your first catch on the way to Crawdaunt. You'll find fishing encounters from Lv. 10-51 across 8 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch CorphishVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)Lv.10-51Super RodRate 35%Shaking spotVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)Lv.10-46Super RodRate 5%
Step 2Crawdaunt ✓Vast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)Lv.10-46Super RodSOS from CorphishVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)Lv.10-51Super RodSOS from Corphishor evolve from Corphish (Step 1)
Base Stats
Crawdaunt's built around physical offense. Attack leads the charge, Sp. Def pays for it. Common in the wild, worth 2 Attack EVs. Follows a standard growth curve.
It is a ruffian that uses its pincers to pick up and toss out other Pokémon from its pond.
Crawdaunt Guide
Don't let Crawdaunt's 468 base stat total fool you. Adaptability is what makes it tick. It punches way above its weight class. We rate it C-Tier as a cannon.
Run Adaptability on Crawdaunt. It's the ability that defines how you build around it and the main reason it holds a competitive niche. Crawdaunt also gets Hyper Cutter and Shell Armor, but they don't compare.
Crawdaunt fills the cannon role. It's a physical attacker with base 120 Attack. At base 55 Speed, it won't be moving first often. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
The core moveset is Aqua Jet, Knock Off, Crabhammer, and Close Combat. Aqua Jet leads at 0% usage. Crabhammer provides reliable STAB damage.
Game Availability
Crawdaunt first appeared in Ruby & Sapphire and has been available in 15 games across 8 generations. Obtainable through wild encounters 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
Winds & Waves