Golisopod Best Moveset
Mega Golisopod shifts from Bug/Water to Bug/Steel, gaining 8 resistances and reducing weaknesses to Fire alone. 150 Attack behind 175 Defense fires Bug and Steel TermStab from the highest physical bulk among new Megas. 40 Speed keeps cooldowns slow, but the moveset is a fortress.
Emergency Exit forced a switch when HP dropped below 50% in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). First Impression dealt 90 power Bug priority on switch-in. Hit hard, then leave.
Best Moves
Best Build
Golisopod best EVs are HP and Attack
Physical Tank Moveset
- First Impression
- Liquidation
- Aqua Jet
- Leech Life
Recommended Teammates
Two gens of consistency in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). First Impression punished switch-ins, and Emergency Exit preserved Golisopod for another First Impression later. A hit-and-run specialist.
Physical Tank Moveset
- First Impression
- Aqua Jet
- Liquidation
- Sucker Punch
Recommended Teammates
Golisopod Weakness
Golisopod is weak to Electric, Flying, and Rock. It resists 5 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. Golisopod's physical bulk (base 140 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Flying, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Water, Ice, Fighting, Ground, Steel |
What is Golisopod Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Golisopod
Yveltal's Dark Pulse hits Golisopod for 35-41%.
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Recommended Build AbilityDarkaura ItemLife Orb NatureNaive Moves
Damage vs Golisopod View Yveltal builds →Dark Pulse35-41% Sucker Punch18-21% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemRocky Helmet NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Golisopod View Corviknight builds →U Turn10-12% | ||
Recommended Build AbilityIntrepidsword ItemRustedsword NatureJolly Moves View Zacian-Crowned builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityDesolateland ItemRedorb NatureJolly Moves View Groudon-Primal builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityAerilate ItemSalamencite NatureAdamant Moves View Salamence-Mega builds →
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Evolution
Golisopod is the evolved form of Wimpod. Breeding produces Wimpod eggs, and they're average hatch time. Evolving from Wimpod gave Golisopod the biggest boost in Defense (+100), bringing the total to 530 stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Golisopod
No wild encounters for Golisopod in Legends: Z-A. Bring Wimpod over from Sun & Moon, Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, or Sword & Shield, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Golisopod in LZA
Step 1Obtain WimpodLATER APPEARANCEfrom Sun & MoonNot TradeableAppears in Sun & Moon via Special encounter · Route 8. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon via Special encounter · Dividing Peak Tunnel. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Sword & ShieldNot TradeableAppears in Sword & Shield via Overworld · Giant's Mirror · Raining. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.- Step 2Golisopod ✓
Golisopod appears at moderate rates across 2 spots in endgame routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Golisopod in SwSh
Wimpod is your first catch on the way to Golisopod. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 13-58 across 42 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch WimpodCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%RainingCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%Intense SunCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%OvercastCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%SandstormCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%ThunderstormCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%SnowstormCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%Heavy FogCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%SnowingCourageous CavernLv.13-18OverworldRate 16%Normal WeatherGiant's MirrorLv.28-30OverworldRate 40%RainingHammerlocke HillsLv.29-31OverworldRate 35%ThunderstormMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28GrassRate 30%ThunderstormGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24OverworldRate 25%All WeatherMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28OverworldSwordRate 25%RainingMotostoke RiverbankLv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 25%RainingGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%Heavy FogGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%SnowingGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%OvercastGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%SandstormGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveSwordRate 20%All WeatherGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%ThunderstormGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%Normal WeatherGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%RainingGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%Intense SunGalar Mine No. 2Lv.20-24CaveShieldRate 20%SnowstormBridge FieldLv.26-28GrassRate 10%Raining
Step 2Golisopod ✓Lake of OutrageLv.55-58OverworldRate 12%Rainingor evolve from Wimpod (Step 1)
Golisopod doesn't appear wild. Catch Wimpod instead, it shows up at moderate rates. Evolve it at level 30 to get Golisopod. The 2-stage line is mapped in the step cards below.
How to Obtain Golisopod in USUM
To get Golisopod, start by catching Wimpod through fixed encounters at Lv. 17-44. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch WimpodDividing Peak TunnelLv.17-20Interact with PokemonRoute 8Lv.17-20Interact with PokemonPoni Breaker CoastLv.41-44Interact with Pokemon
Step 2Golisopod ✓
No wild encounters for Golisopod. The 2-stage line runs through Wimpod, which you can catch at moderate rates from the locations below. Evolve at level 30 once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Golisopod in SM
To get Golisopod, start by catching Wimpod through fixed encounters at Lv. 17-43. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
- Step 1Catch WimpodRoute 8Lv.17-20Interact with PokemonPoni Breaker CoastLv.40-43Interact with PokemonPoni WildsLv.40-43Interact with Pokemon
- Step 2Golisopod ✓BREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Golisopod egg.
Base Stats
Golisopod's all-in on Defense at the expense of Speed. The physical lean is obvious from the bars. Yields 2 Defense EVs and follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It will do anything to win, taking advantage of every opening and finishing opponents off with the small claws on its front legs.
Golisopod Guide
Golisopod has a 530 base stat total and ranks as B-Tier: a solid choice for the right team. It works best as a wallbreaker. Base 140 Defense is where it shines.
Golisopod's biggest threats include Jolteon (Electric), Aerodactyl (Flying), and Tyranitar (Rock), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. At base 40 Speed, Golisopod won't outrun any of these threats so switching to a resist is usually the safer play.
Emergency Exit is the go-to ability for Golisopod. It this Pokémon automatically switches out when its HP drops below half. It's Golisopod's only ability.
Golisopod fills the wallbreaker role. It's a physical attacker with base 125 Attack. Base 40 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. And it's tanky enough to absorb a few hits.
The core moveset is Firstimpression, Liquidation, Leechlife, and Aqua Jet. Firstimpression leads at 0% usage. Liquidation provides reliable STAB damage.
Game Availability
Introduced in Sun & Moon, Golisopod has appeared in 4 games across 4 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
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 7SMDebut
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