What separates Golduck from the pack is Swift Swim — it doubles its Speed in rain. Combine that with Water typing and it sits at a decent but contested Speed tier. Can go either physical or special depending on the set.
An unusually even spread gives Golduck flexibility. Sp. Atk barely edges ahead. But Defense isn't far off. Moderately hard to find and follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve. Yields 2 Sp. Atk EVs.
The webbed flippers on its forelegs and hind legs and the streamlined body of Golduck give it frightening speed. This Pokémon is definitely much faster than even the most athletic swimmer.
Golduck is the fastest swimmer among all Pokémon. It swims effortlessly, even in a rough, stormy sea. It sometimes rescues people from wrecked ships floundering in high seas.
Golduck Weakness
GoodGolduck's Water typing leaves it vulnerable to Electric and Grass moves. 4 resistances help offset the weaknesses. With 80 HP and balanced defenses, Golduck can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
Evolved from Psyduck. Golduck is the final form in this two-stage line. No compatible partners for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. HP grew the most through evolution (+30 over Psyduck), and Golduck peaks at 500 total stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Golduck to get Psyduck eggs easily from the Ground and Water1 egg groups. Notable egg moves include Clear Smog, Confuse Ray, Cross Chop and 12 more.
Golduck's built to absorb hits. Bold nature leans into physical wall duty, Focus Sash gives it a guaranteed survive from full HP, and the moveset handles sustain. Damp and HP-heavy investment EVs tie the defensive profile together.
Best Build
Best Golduck Moveset
- Encore
- Simple Beam
- Aqua Jet
- Toxic
Recommended Teammates
Breadth over depth defines this movepool. Golduck won't stack one type's damage ceiling, but coverage across 11 types means it always has an effective option. Hydro Pump and Aqua Tail anchor the STAB core.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
Can't catch Golduck directly. Start with Psyduck at solid rates from the locations below, then evolve at level 33. The 2-stage line from Psyduck to Golduck is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Golduck in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire
Psyduck is your first catch on the way to Golduck. You'll find walking and surfing encounters from Lv. 15-30 across 32 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch PsyduckCHALLENGINGSafari Zone - Area 1Alpha SapphireGrassLv.155%EarlyFacilityHorde battleCHALLENGINGSafari Zone - Area 1Omega RubyGrassLv.155%EarlyFacilityHorde battleCHALLENGINGSafari Zone - Area 2Omega RubyGrassLv.155%EarlyFacilityHorde battleCHALLENGINGSafari Zone - Area 2Alpha SapphireGrassLv.155%EarlyFacilityHorde battleCHALLENGINGSafari Zone - Area 3Alpha SapphireGrassLv.155%EarlyFacilityHorde battleCHALLENGINGSafari Zone - Area 3Omega RubyGrassLv.155%EarlyFacilityHorde battleCHALLENGINGSafari Zone - Area 4Omega RubyGrassLv.155%EarlyFacilityHorde battleCHALLENGINGSafari Zone - Area 4Alpha SapphireGrassLv.155%EarlyFacilityHorde battleEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 1Omega RubySurfing on waterLv.20-30100%MidFacilityEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 1Alpha SapphireSurfing on waterLv.20-30100%MidFacilityEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 2Alpha SapphireSurfing on waterLv.20-30100%MidFacilityEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 2Omega RubySurfing on waterLv.20-30100%MidFacilityEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 3Alpha SapphireSurfing on waterLv.20-30100%MidFacilityEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 3Omega RubySurfing on waterLv.20-30100%MidFacilityEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 4Omega RubySurfing on waterLv.20-30100%MidFacilityEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 4Alpha SapphireSurfing on waterLv.20-30100%MidFacilityEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 1Alpha SapphireGrassLv.27-2930%MidFacilityEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 1Omega RubyGrassLv.27-2930%MidFacilityTall grass onlyEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 1Omega RubyGrassLv.27-2930%MidFacilityEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 1Alpha SapphireGrassLv.27-2930%MidFacilityTall grass onlyEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 2Omega RubyGrassLv.27-2930%MidFacilityTall grass onlyEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 2Omega RubyGrassLv.27-2930%MidFacilityEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 2Alpha SapphireGrassLv.27-2930%MidFacilityTall grass onlyEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 2Alpha SapphireGrassLv.27-2930%MidFacilityEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 3Alpha SapphireGrassLv.27-2930%MidFacilityTall grass onlyEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 3Alpha SapphireGrassLv.27-2930%MidFacilityEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 3Omega RubyGrassLv.27-2930%MidFacilityTall grass onlyEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 3Omega RubyGrassLv.27-2930%MidFacilityEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 4Omega RubyGrassLv.27-2930%MidFacilityTall grass onlyEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 4Omega RubyGrassLv.27-2930%MidFacilityEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 4Alpha SapphireGrassLv.27-2930%MidFacilityTall grass onlyEFFORTLESSSafari Zone - Area 4Alpha SapphireGrassLv.27-2930%MidFacility
Step 2Golduck ✓
Swift Swim changes the entire equation for Golduck. The 500 BST doesn't tell the full story. Ranked C-Tier.
Psyduck evolves into Golduck at level 33. Golduck is the fully evolved form. At 500 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Swift Swim is what you want on Golduck. Every competitive set worth running is built with that ability in mind. The alternatives (Damp, Cloud Nine) work on paper but Swift Swim is what makes Golduck worth using.
Base 85 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Golduck is a special attacker with base 95 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Golduck appears in 21 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
One of the original 151, Golduck has appeared in 21 games — nearly every mainline game. From Red & Blue through the latest titles, it's rarely been left out of a regional Pokedex.
- 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