Mid-stage Pokemon like Graveler rarely see competitive play outside of special formats. It's a waypoint on the road to Golem, which is where the real potential kicks in. The stat spread favors raw physical power. Been around since Gen 1.
Graveler's all-in on Defense at the expense of Speed. The physical lean is obvious from the bars. Yields 0 HP stat exp and follows a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
Graveler Weakness
FragileGraveler's Rock/Ground typing leaves it vulnerable to Water, Grass, Ice, Fighting, Ground, and Steel moves. Water and Grass hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. It shrugs off Electric-type attacks completely. 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.
- Dark and Steel types added — Fairy does not exist yet
- Moves are Physical or Special based on type, not per move
- Special stat split into Sp.Atk and Sp.Def
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.
How to Evolve
Breed with Graveler to get Geodude eggs easily using 12 partners from the Mineral egg group. Notable egg moves include Mega Punch, Rock Slide.
Best Build
Gen 2 build content has limited support (no abilities).
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Without TMs, Graveler's movepool is bare bones. With them, you get Normal and Fighting coverage on top of Earthquake and Dig for STAB. The natural kit handles basics, but TMs are doing the real work.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Graveler appears at high spawn rates across 10 spots in mid-game 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 Graveler in Gold & Silver
Geodude is your first catch on the way to Graveler. You'll find walking and fixed encounters from Lv. 2-43 across 44 total spots in the chain.
- Step 1Catch GeodudeEFFORTLESSDark Cave - WestSilverGrassLv.2-3CommonEarlyCaveSwarm activeEFFORTLESSDark Cave - WestSilverGrassLv.2-4CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSDark Cave - WestGoldGrassLv.2-3CommonEarlyCaveSwarm activeEFFORTLESSDark Cave - WestGoldGrassLv.2-4CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSRoute 46GoldGrassLv.2-3CommonEarlyRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 46SilverGrassLv.2-4CommonEarlyRouteNightEFFORTLESSRoute 46SilverGrassLv.2-3CommonEarlyRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 46GoldGrassLv.2-4CommonEarlyRouteNightEFFORTLESSUnion Cave - 1FSilverGrassLv.6CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSUnion Cave - 1FGoldGrassLv.6CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSUnion Cave - B1FSilverGrassLv.8CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSUnion Cave - B1FGoldGrassLv.8CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSMt. Moon - 1FGoldGrassLv.8CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSMt. Moon - 1FSilverGrassLv.8-10CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSRock Tunnel - 1FGoldGrassLv.10CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSRock Tunnel - 1FSilverGrassLv.10CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSRock Tunnel - B1FSilverGrassLv.12CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSRock Tunnel - B1FGoldGrassLv.12CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSMt. Mortar - 1F NorthGoldGrassLv.13-15CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSMt. Mortar - 1F NorthSilverGrassLv.13-15CommonEarlyCaveCHALLENGINGMt. Mortar - 1F SouthGoldGrassLv.14RareEarlyCaveCHALLENGINGMt. Mortar - 1F SouthSilverGrassLv.14RareEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSDark Cave - EastSilverGrassLv.23CommonMidCaveEFFORTLESSDark Cave - EastGoldGrassLv.23CommonMidCaveEFFORTLESSRoute 45GoldGrassLv.23CommonMidRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 45SilverGrassLv.23CommonMidRouteEASYUnion Cave - B2FSilverGrassLv.21UncommonMidCaveEASYUnion Cave - B2FGoldGrassLv.21UncommonMidCaveCHALLENGINGMt. Mortar - B1FGoldGrassLv.16RareMidCaveCHALLENGINGMt. Mortar - B1FSilverGrassLv.16RareMidCaveHARDTeam Rocket HQ - B1FSilverInteract with PokemonLv.21LimitedMidHARDTeam Rocket HQ - B1FGoldInteract with PokemonLv.21LimitedMidEASYMt. Mortar - 2FGoldGrassLv.31UncommonLateCaveEASYMt. Mortar - 2FSilverGrassLv.31UncommonLateCave
- Step 2Graveler ✓EFFORTLESSRoute 45SilverGrassLv.23-25CommonMidRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 45GoldGrassLv.23-27CommonMidRouteEASYDark Cave - EastGoldGrassLv.25UncommonMidCaveEASYDark Cave - EastSilverGrassLv.25UncommonMidCaveEFFORTLESSMt. Mortar - 2FSilverGrassLv.31CommonLateCaveEFFORTLESSMt. Mortar - 2FGoldGrassLv.31CommonLateCaveEFFORTLESSVictory Road - 1FGoldGrassLv.32CommonLateCaveEFFORTLESSVictory Road - 1FSilverGrassLv.32CommonLateCaveEFFORTLESSMt. Silver - 1FSilverGrassLv.43CommonLateCaveEFFORTLESSMt. Silver - 1FGoldGrassLv.43CommonLateCaveor evolve from Geodude (Step 1)
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.
Watch for Starmie (Water), Exeggutor (Grass), and Cloyster (Ice) when using Graveler. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Starmie is the most dangerous since Water moves deal 4x damage. Fighting, Ground, and Steel-type attackers are also a problem. With 6 weakness types, most competitive teams carry at least one counter. At base 35 Speed, Graveler won't outrun any of these threats so switching to a resist is usually the safer play.
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 appears in 20 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Graveler first appeared in Red & Blue and spans 20 games across 9 generations. It later gained an Alolan form in Generation 7, adding new dimensions to its competitive identity.
- 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 VIISMAlolan
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