Free switch-ins on Normal, Electric, and Fighting moves make Golurk useful in any team that needs that coverage. Known as the Automaton Pokemon. The stat spread favors raw physical power.
Nothing fancy in Golurk's spread. It leans physical with Attack out front. And you'll get 2 Attack EVs per KO for it. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
Artillery platforms built into the walls of ancient castles served as perches from which Golurk could fire energy beams.
There’s a theory that inside Golurk is a perpetual motion machine that produces limitless energy, but this belief hasn’t been proven.
Golurk Weakness
GoodGolurk's Ground/Ghost typing leaves it vulnerable to Water, Grass, Ice, Ghost, and Dark moves. It shrugs off Normal, Electric, and Fighting-type attacks completely.
Golurk is what Golett becomes. Breed it for Golett eggs (average hatch time). Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolution from Golett pushed Golurk to 483 total stats. Attack saw the largest single gain at +50.
How to Evolve
Breed with Golurk to get Golett eggs (with patience) using 60 partners from the Mineral egg group.
Ditto only
Noguard isn't flashy, but it matters. Combined with Life Orb for extra damage on every hit for a health trade and max Attack without Speed EVs, Golurk fills the hazard lead slot reliably. Adamant nature finishes the spread.
Best Build
Best Golurk Moveset
- Earthquake
- Poltergeist
- Dynamic Punch
- Stealth Rock
Recommended Teammates
Breadth over depth defines this movepool. Golurk won't stack one type's damage ceiling, but coverage across 11 types means it always has an effective option. Poltergeist and Earthquake anchor the STAB core.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
decent spawn rates across 22 locations for Golurk in endgame 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 Golurk in Sword & Shield
The path to Golurk starts with Golett at Lv. 7-65 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch GolettEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsShieldGrassLv.11-1440%EarlyBuildingIntense SunEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsShieldGrassLv.11-1440%EarlyBuildingSandstormEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsSwordGrassLv.11-1440%EarlyBuildingIntense SunEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsShieldGrassLv.11-1440%EarlyBuildingNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsSwordGrassLv.11-1440%EarlyBuildingSandstormEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsSwordGrassLv.11-1440%EarlyBuildingNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSDappled GroveShieldGrassLv.11-1535%EarlyForestSandstormEFFORTLESSDappled GroveSwordGrassLv.11-1535%EarlyForestSandstormEASYRolling FieldsShieldGrassLv.7-1020%EarlySandstormEASYRolling FieldsSwordGrassLv.7-920%EarlySandstormEFFORTLESSNorth Lake MilochShieldOverworldLv.26-2860%MidWaterSandstormEFFORTLESSNorth Lake MilochSwordOverworldLv.26-2860%MidWaterSandstormEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsShieldOverworldLv.26-2960%MidBuildingNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsSwordOverworldLv.26-2960%MidBuildingNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSGiant's CapShieldGrassLv.26-2840%MidSandstormEFFORTLESSGiant's CapSwordGrassLv.26-2840%MidIntense SunEFFORTLESSGiant's CapSwordGrassLv.26-2840%MidSandstormEFFORTLESSGiant's CapShieldGrassLv.26-2840%MidIntense SunMODERATEStony WildernessSwordOverworldLv.28-3010%MidSnowingMODERATEStony WildernessShieldOverworldLv.28-3010%MidRainingMODERATEStony WildernessSwordOverworldLv.28-3010%MidSandstormMODERATEStony WildernessShieldOverworldLv.28-3010%MidHeavy FogMODERATEStony WildernessSwordOverworldLv.28-3010%MidRainingMODERATEStony WildernessShieldOverworldLv.28-3010%MidOvercastMODERATEStony WildernessSwordOverworldLv.28-3010%MidHeavy FogMODERATEStony WildernessShieldOverworldLv.28-3010%MidNormal WeatherMODERATEStony WildernessSwordOverworldLv.28-3010%MidOvercastMODERATEStony WildernessShieldOverworldLv.28-3010%MidSnowstormMODERATEStony WildernessSwordOverworldLv.28-3010%MidNormal WeatherMODERATEStony WildernessSwordOverworldLv.28-3010%MidSnowstormMODERATEStony WildernessShieldOverworldLv.28-3010%MidThunderstormMODERATEStony WildernessShieldOverworldLv.28-3010%MidIntense SunMODERATEStony WildernessSwordOverworldLv.28-3010%MidThunderstormMODERATEStony WildernessShieldOverworldLv.28-3010%MidSnowingMODERATEStony WildernessSwordOverworldLv.28-3010%MidIntense SunMODERATEStony WildernessShieldOverworldLv.28-3010%MidSandstormEFFORTLESSGiant's SeatShieldOverworldLv.33-3860%LateWaterSandstormEFFORTLESSGiant's SeatSwordOverworldLv.33-3860%LateWaterSandstormEASYRoute 8ShieldOverworldLv.39-4125%LateRouteAll WeatherEASYRoute 8SwordOverworldLv.39-4125%LateRouteAll Weather
Step 2Golurk ✓EASYLake of OutrageShieldOverworldLv.55-5823%PostWaterSandstormEASYLake of OutrageSwordOverworldLv.55-5823%PostWaterSandstormEASYLake of OutrageShieldOverworldLv.55-5820%PostWaterRainingEASYLake of OutrageSwordOverworldLv.55-5820%PostWaterRainingEASYLake of OutrageShieldOverworldLv.55-5820%PostWaterHeavy FogEASYLake of OutrageShieldOverworldLv.55-5820%PostWaterThunderstormEASYLake of OutrageSwordOverworldLv.55-5820%PostWaterHeavy FogEASYLake of OutrageSwordOverworldLv.55-5820%PostWaterThunderstormEASYLake of OutrageShieldOverworldLv.55-5820%PostWaterOvercastEASYLake of OutrageShieldOverworldLv.55-5820%PostWaterIntense SunEASYLake of OutrageSwordOverworldLv.55-5820%PostWaterOvercastEASYLake of OutrageSwordOverworldLv.55-5820%PostWaterIntense SunEASYLake of OutrageShieldOverworldLv.55-5820%PostWaterNormal WeatherEASYLake of OutrageShieldOverworldLv.55-5820%PostWaterSnowingEASYLake of OutrageSwordOverworldLv.55-5820%PostWaterNormal WeatherEASYLake of OutrageSwordOverworldLv.55-5820%PostWaterSnowingMODERATELake of OutrageShieldOverworldLv.55-5813%PostWaterSnowstormMODERATELake of OutrageSwordOverworldLv.55-5813%PostWaterSnowstormMODERATEThree-Point PassShieldOverworldLv.60-6510%PostHeavy FogMODERATEThree-Point PassSwordOverworldLv.60-6510%PostHeavy FogMODERATEThree-Point PassShieldOverworldLv.60-6510%PostNormal WeatherMODERATEThree-Point PassSwordOverworldLv.60-6510%PostNormal Weatheror evolve from Golett (Step 1)
Golurk works as a wallbreaker with 483 BST behind it. C-Tier on our list — a situational pick that fills a niche. That 124 base Attack does the heavy lifting.
Golett evolves into Golurk at level 43. Golurk is the fully evolved form. At 483 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Iron Fist strengthens punch-based moves to 1.2× their power — that's the one you want on Golurk. No Guard is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Klutz works too if your team needs something different.
Golurk is a physical attacker with base 124 Attack. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. But the speed tells the real story — at base 55 Speed, it won't be moving first often. Fits the wallbreaker role.
Golurk appears in 9 games, including Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, and X & Y.
Since Black & White, Golurk has been obtainable in 9 games. A Generation 5 debut means a shorter history, but Golurk has appeared steadily across every generation since.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
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 VBWDebut
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