Graveler's all-in on Defense at the expense of Speed. The physical lean is obvious from the bars. Yields 0 HP EVs and follows a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
When it comes rolling down a mountain path, anything in its way gets zapped by electricity and sent flying.
When it comes rolling down a mountain path, anything in its way gets zapped by electricity and sent flying.
Graveler's Rock/Electric typing leaves it vulnerable to Ground, Water, Grass, and Fighting. Ground hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. It resists 5 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. Graveler's physical bulk (base 115 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Ground |
| 2x (Weak) | Water, Grass, Fighting |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Normal, Fire, Electric, Poison |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Flying |
 Rhydon GroundRock | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Rhydon builds →Earthquake 4x196-231%KO Drill Run 4x161-189%KO | ||
 Dugtrio Ground | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Dugtrio builds →Earthquake 4x161-189%KO Dig 4x129-152%KO | ||
 Marowak Ground | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Marowak builds →Bone Club 4x90-106%KO Bonemerang 4x70-83% | ||
 Onix RockGround | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Onix builds →Earthquake 4x90-106%KO Dig 4x70-83% | ||
 Geodude RockGround | C | |
In Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee, Cobalion can KO Graveler with Close Combat (108-128%). Volcanion's Fire Blast also KOs at 100-118%.
 Cobalion SteelFighting | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityJustified ItemFightiniumz NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Cobalion builds →Close Combat 2x108-128%KO Stone Edge30-36% | ||
 Ferrothorn GrassSteel | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityIron Barbs ItemLeftovers NatureSassy Moves View Ferrothorn builds →
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 Volcanion FireWater | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityWaterabsorb ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Volcanion builds →Sludge Bomb55-65% Fire Blast100-118%KO | ||
 Mamoswine IceGround | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityThickfat ItemLife Orb NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Mamoswine builds →Earthquake 4x333-391%KO Ice Shard33-39% Knock Off36-42% | ||
 Garchomp DragonGround | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRough Skin ItemRocky Helmet NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Garchomp builds →Earthquake 4x233-275%KO Stone Edge39-46% | ||
Graveler is partway through a three-stage line between Geodude and Golem. The chain involves a trade, so it's not a straightforward grind. So far, HP got the biggest boost (+15 from Geodude). The final form adds another 105 stats on top. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Best Build
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee uses different battle mechanics.
Competitive build content is not applicable for this game. Select a main series game for builds.
Moves
Graveler develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Take Down and Self-Destruct show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Alolan Graveler starts showing up in mid-game routes at decent spawn rates across 12 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Graveler in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
Geodude is your first catch on the way to Graveler. You'll find walking and trade encounters from Lv. 5-56 across 30 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch GeodudeMt. Moon - 1FLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.5-10 Cave40%EarlyMt. Moon - 1FLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.5-10 Cave40%EarlyMt. Moon - B1FLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.5-10 Cave34%EarlyMt. Moon - B1FLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.5-10 Cave34%EarlyRock Tunnel - B1FLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.18-23 Cave20%MidRock Tunnel - B1FLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.18-23 Cave20%MidVermilion City - CityLet's Go EeveeIn-game trade Lv.16 CityMidTrade for (give Geodude)Vermilion City - CityLet's Go PikachuIn-game trade Lv.16 CityMidTrade for (give Geodude)Rock Tunnel - 1FLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.18-23 Cave10%MidRock Tunnel - 1FLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.18-23 Cave10%MidVictory Road - 1F-3FLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.41-46 Cave10%LateVictory Road - 1F-3FLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.41-46 Cave10%LateCerulean Cave - 1FLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.51-56 Cave10%PostCerulean Cave - 1FLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.51-56 Cave10%PostCerulean Cave - B1FLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.51-56 Cave10%PostCerulean Cave - B1FLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.51-56 Cave10%PostCerulean Cave - 2FLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.51-56 Cave5%PostCerulean Cave - 2FLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.51-56 Cave5%Post
Step 2Graveler ✓Rock Tunnel - 1FLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.18-23 Cave20%MidRock Tunnel - 1FLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.18-23 Cave20%MidRock Tunnel - B1FLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.18-23 Cave10%MidRock Tunnel - B1FLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.18-23 Cave10%MidVictory Road - 1F-3FLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.41-46 Cave15%LateVictory Road - 1F-3FLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.41-46 Cave15%LateCerulean Cave - 2FLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.51-56 Cave20%PostCerulean Cave - 2FLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.51-56 Cave20%PostCerulean Cave - 1FLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.51-56 Cave15%PostCerulean Cave - 1FLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.51-56 Cave15%PostCerulean Cave - B1FLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.51-56 Cave15%PostCerulean Cave - B1FLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.51-56 Cave15%Postor evolve from Geodude (Step 1)
In Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee, Graveler isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Golem to unlock its full potential. At 390 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
In Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee, watch for Rhydon (Ground), Starmie (Water), and Venusaur (Grass) when using Graveler. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Rhydon is the most dangerous since Ground moves deal 4x damage. Fighting-type attackers are also a problem. At base 35 Speed, Graveler won't outrun any of these threats so switching to a resist is usually the safer play.
Magnet Pull prevents steel opponents from fleeing or switching out. That's the one you want on Graveler. Galvanize is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Sturdy works too if your team needs something different.
In Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee, Graveler fills the trick room role. It's a physical attacker with base 95 Attack. Base 35 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Graveler first appeared in Red & Blue and spans 20 games across 10 generations. It later gained an Alolan form in Generation 7, adding new dimensions to its competitive identity.
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