Golbat is technically a pre-evolution of Crobat, but it holds its own in formats where Eviolite is allowed. Ground moves can't touch it, which offsets the 4 weaknesses somewhat. It sits at a decent but contested Speed tier. Known as the Bat Pokemon.
Golbat's stats barely vary. 2 sit in respectable range with no real gaps. It's a blank slate for EV investment. Worth 2 Speed EVs, medium-fast 1M XP curve to max.
Its fangs easily puncture even thick animal hide. It loves to feast on the blood of people and POKéMON. It flits about in darkness and strikes from behind.
Golbat Weakness
GoodType-wise, Golbat takes extra damage from Electric, Ice, Psychic, and Rock. Ground moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage.
- Dark and Steel types added — Fairy does not exist yet
- Moves are Physical or Special based on type, not per move
Golbat is the middle stage between Zubat and Crobat. It's a three-stage line with one more evolution to go. For breeding, quick to hatch with a decent partner pool via one egg group. HP has grown the most so far (+35), but there's still another 80 stats to gain in the final evolution.
How to Evolve
Breed with Golbat to get Zubat eggs easily using 25 partners from the Flying egg group. Notable egg moves include Curse, Feint Attack, Gust and 3 more.
Best Build
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The egg pool carries weight here. Curse and Feint Attack aren't available any other way for Golbat, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Sludge Bomb and Wing Attack for solid options.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
high spawn rates in early-game routes across 28 locations. Golbat's one of the easier catches on the list. Two different catch methods are in play here. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Golbat in Emerald
To get Golbat, start by catching Zubat through walking and surfing encounters at Lv. 5-44. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch ZubatEASYSeafloor Cavern - EntranceSurfing on waterLv.5-35CommonEarlyCaveEASYSeafloor Cavern - Room 6Surfing on waterLv.5-35CommonEarlyCaveEASYSeafloor Cavern - Room 7Surfing on waterLv.5-35CommonEarlyCaveEASYShoal Cave - 1F Room 1, High TideSurfing on waterLv.5-35CommonEarlyCaveEASYShoal Cave - 1F Room 2, High TideSurfing on waterLv.5-35CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSAltering CaveGrassLv.6-16CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSGranite Cave - 1FGrassLv.7-8CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSGranite Cave - 1F Room 2GrassLv.7-8CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSGranite Cave - B1FGrassLv.9-10CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSGranite Cave - B2FGrassLv.10-11CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSMeteor Falls - 1F Room 1GrassLv.14-20CommonEarlyWaterEFFORTLESSShoal Cave - 1F Room 1, High TideGrassLv.26-32CommonMidCaveEFFORTLESSShoal Cave - 1F Room 1, Low TideGrassLv.26-32CommonMidCaveEFFORTLESSShoal Cave - 1F Room 2, High TideGrassLv.26-32CommonMidCaveEFFORTLESSShoal Cave - 1F Room 2, Low TideGrassLv.26-32CommonMidCaveEFFORTLESSShoal Cave - B1F, Low TideGrassLv.26-32CommonMidCaveEFFORTLESSShoal Cave - B2F, Low TideGrassLv.26-32CommonMidCaveEFFORTLESSShoal Cave - B3F, Low TideGrassLv.26-30CommonMidCaveEFFORTLESSCave of Origin - EntranceGrassLv.28-35CommonMidCaveEFFORTLESSSeafloor Cavern - EntranceGrassLv.28-35CommonMidCaveEFFORTLESSCave of Origin - InsideGrassLv.30-34CommonMidCaveEASYVictory Road - 1FGrassLv.36UncommonLateCave- Step 2Golbat ✓EASYMeteor Falls - 1F Room 1Surfing on waterLv.5-35CommonEarlyWaterEASYMeteor Falls - 1F Room 2Surfing on waterLv.5-35CommonEarlyWaterEASYMeteor Falls - B1F Room 1Surfing on waterLv.5-35CommonEarlyWaterEASYMeteor Falls - B1F Room 2Surfing on waterLv.5-35CommonEarlyWaterEASYVictory Road - B2FSurfing on waterLv.25-40CommonMidCaveHARDSeafloor Cavern - EntranceSurfing on waterLv.30-35RareMidCaveHARDSeafloor Cavern - Room 6Surfing on waterLv.30-35RareMidCaveHARDSeafloor Cavern - Room 7Surfing on waterLv.30-35RareMidCaveCHALLENGINGShoal Cave - B3F, Low TideGrassLv.30-32RareMidCaveEFFORTLESSMeteor Falls - 1F Room 2GrassLv.33-40CommonLateWaterEFFORTLESSMeteor Falls - 1F Room 3GrassLv.33-40CommonLateWaterEFFORTLESSMeteor Falls - B1F Room 1GrassLv.33-40CommonLateWaterEFFORTLESSMeteor Falls - B1F Room 2GrassLv.33-40CommonLateWaterEFFORTLESSSky Pillar - 1FGrassLv.34-35CommonLateBuildingEFFORTLESSSky Pillar - 3FGrassLv.34-35CommonLateBuildingEFFORTLESSSky Pillar - 5FGrassLv.34-35CommonLateBuildingEFFORTLESSVictory Road - 1FGrassLv.38-40CommonLateCaveEFFORTLESSVictory Road - B1FGrassLv.38-42CommonLateCaveEFFORTLESSVictory Road - B2FGrassLv.40-44CommonLateCaveEASYCave of Origin - InsideGrassLv.33-36UncommonLateCaveEASYCave of Origin - EntranceGrassLv.33-36UncommonLateCaveEASYSeafloor Cavern - EntranceGrassLv.33-36UncommonLateCaveCHALLENGINGShoal Cave - 1F Room 1, High TideGrassLv.32RareLateCaveCHALLENGINGShoal Cave - 1F Room 1, Low TideGrassLv.32RareLateCaveCHALLENGINGShoal Cave - 1F Room 2, High TideGrassLv.32RareLateCaveCHALLENGINGShoal Cave - 1F Room 2, Low TideGrassLv.32RareLateCaveCHALLENGINGShoal Cave - B1F, Low TideGrassLv.32RareLateCaveCHALLENGINGShoal Cave - B2F, Low TideGrassLv.32RareLateCaveor evolve from Zubat (Step 1)
Golbat isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Crobat to unlock its full potential. At 455 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Inner Focus is the go-to ability for Golbat. It prevents flinching. Its hidden ability Infiltrator can work in specific setups.
Golbat fills the balanced role. It's a physical attacker with base 80 Attack. Base 90 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Golbat appears in 21 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Golbat has been part of the series since Red & Blue, appearing in 21 titles across all 9 generations. As a Gen 1 original, it's one of the most consistently available Pokemon in the franchise.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A