Stats & Training
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.
Graveler grows by feeding on rocks. Apparently, it prefers to eat rocks that are covered in moss. This Pokemon eats its way through a ton of rocks on a daily basis.
Graveler Weakness
Graveler's Rock/Ground typing leaves it vulnerable to Water, Grass, Ice, Fighting, Ground, and Steel. 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.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Water, Grass |
| 2x (Weak) | Ice, Fighting, Ground, Steel |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Normal, Fire, Flying, Rock |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Poison |
| 0x (Immune) | Electric |
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
Whiscash WaterGround | C | |
Buizel Water | C | |
Chikorita Grass | D | |
Obtain MethodNew Bark Town Gift | ||
Totodile Water | D | |
Obtain MethodNew Bark Town Gift | ||
Bellsprout GrassPoison | D | |
Whiscash WaterGround | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Whiscash builds →Mud Bomb 2x83-100%KO Water Gun 4x117-138%KO Mud-Slap 2x31-38% | ||
Carnivine Grass | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Carnivine builds →Vine Whip 4x83-100%KO Bullet Seed 4x52-63% | ||
Chikorita Grass | D | |
Obtain MethodNew Bark Town Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Chikorita builds →Razor Leaf 4x63-75% Bullet Seed 4x42-50% | ||
Paras BugGrass | D | |
Hoppip Grass | D | |
Carnivine Grass | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Carnivine builds →Solar Beam 4x352-414%KO Energy Ball 4x272-321%KO Vine Whip 4x88-103%KO Bullet Seed 4x52-62% | ||
Lapras WaterIce | C | |
Obtain MethodUnion Cave Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Lapras builds →Blizzard 2x157-186%KO Ice Beam 2x126-150%KO Water Pulse 4x176-207%KO Water Gun 4x122-145%KO | ||
Chikorita Grass | D | |
Obtain MethodNew Bark Town Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Chikorita builds →Solar Beam 4x228-269%KO Energy Ball 4x176-207%KO Magical Leaf 4x122-145%KO Razor Leaf 4x60-72% | ||
Paras BugGrass | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Paras builds →Solar Beam 4x228-269%KO Energy Ball 4x176-207%KO Brick Break 2x34-41% Bullet Seed 4x43-52% | ||
Hoppip Grass | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Hoppip builds →Solar Beam 4x193-228%KO Energy Ball 4x148-176%KO Bullet Seed 4x34-41% | ||
Carnivine Grass | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Carnivine builds →Solar Beam 4x349-411%KO Energy Ball 4x269-317%KO Vine Whip 4x80-94% Bullet Seed 4x50-60% | ||
Chikorita Grass | D | |
Obtain MethodNew Bark Town Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Chikorita builds →Solar Beam 4x233-274%KO Energy Ball 4x174-206%KO Magical Leaf 4x123-146%KO Razor Leaf 4x57-69% | ||
Paras BugGrass | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Paras builds →Solar Beam 4x219-257%KO Energy Ball 4x167-197%KO Dig 2x33-40% Brick Break 2x33-40% | ||
Hoppip Grass | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Hoppip builds →Solar Beam 4x189-223%KO Energy Ball 4x146-171%KO Mega Drain 4x73-86% Bullet Seed 4x29-34% | ||
Sunkern Grass | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Sunkern builds →Solar Beam 4x174-206%KO Energy Ball 4x130-154%KO Mega Drain 4x64-77% Bullet Seed 4x29-34% | ||
Carnivine Grass | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Carnivine builds →Solar Beam 4x351-414%KO Energy Ball 4x267-314%KO Vine Whip 4x79-93% Bullet Seed 4x48-57% | ||
Chikorita Grass | D | |
Obtain MethodNew Bark Town Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Chikorita builds →Solar Beam 4x224-264%KO Iron Tail 2x32-38% Energy Ball 4x169-200%KO Magical Leaf 4x114-136%KO | ||
Paras BugGrass | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Paras builds →Solar Beam 4x212-250%KO Energy Ball 4x163-193%KO Dig 2x33-40% Brick Break 2x32-38% | ||
Hoppip Grass | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Hoppip builds →Solar Beam 4x182-214%KO Energy Ball 4x139-164%KO Mega Drain 4x67-79% Bullet Seed 4x24-29% | ||
Sunkern Grass | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Sunkern builds →Solar Beam 4x169-200%KO Energy Ball 4x127-150%KO Razor Leaf 4x42-50% Mega Drain 4x61-71% | ||
Carnivine Grass | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Carnivine builds →Solar Beam 4x352-415%KO Energy Ball 4x265-313%KO Vine Whip 4x76-89% Bullet Seed 4x48-57% | ||
Chikorita Grass | D | |
Obtain MethodNew Bark Town Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Chikorita builds →Solar Beam 4x228-268%KO Iron Tail 2x32-38% Energy Ball 4x173-204%KO Magical Leaf 4x119-140%KO | ||
Paras BugGrass | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Paras builds →Solar Beam 4x217-255%KO Energy Ball 4x163-191%KO Dig 2x34-40% Giga Drain 4x140-166%KO | ||
Hoppip Grass | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Hoppip builds →Solar Beam 4x184-217%KO Energy Ball 4x140-166%KO Mega Drain 4x65-77% Bullet Seed 4x27-32% | ||
Sunkern Grass | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Sunkern builds →Solar Beam 4x168-198%KO Energy Ball 4x130-153%KO Razor Leaf 4x43-51% Mega Drain 4x60-70% | ||
Carnivine Grass | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Carnivine builds →Solar Beam 4x342-402%KO Energy Ball 4x257-303%KO Vine Whip 4x78-92% Bullet Seed 4x44-53% | ||
Chikorita Grass | D | |
Obtain MethodNew Bark Town Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Chikorita builds →Solar Beam 4x218-257%KO Iron Tail 2x31-37% Energy Ball 4x168-198%KO Magical Leaf 4x112-132%KO | ||
Paras BugGrass | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Paras builds →Solar Beam 4x212-251%KO Energy Ball 4x162-191%KO Dig 2x33-40% Giga Drain 4x134-158%KO | ||
Hoppip Grass | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Hoppip builds →Solar Beam 4x179-211%KO Energy Ball 4x134-158%KO Mega Drain 4x67-79% Bullet Seed 4x27-33% | ||
Sunkern Grass | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Sunkern builds →Solar Beam 4x162-191%KO Energy Ball 4x123-145%KO Razor Leaf 4x44-53% Mega Drain 4x62-73% | ||
Carnivine Grass | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Carnivine builds →Solar Beam 4x356-419%KO Energy Ball 4x269-317%KO Vine Whip 4x76-91% Bullet Seed 4x48-57% | ||
Tangela Grass | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Tangela builds →Solar Beam 4x390-458%KO Energy Ball 4x293-345%KO Vine Whip 4x53-62% Mega Drain 4x134-158%KO | ||
Chikorita Grass | D | |
Obtain MethodNew Bark Town Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Chikorita builds →Solar Beam 4x225-266%KO Iron Tail 2x32-38% Energy Ball 4x173-204%KO Magical Leaf 4x115-136%KO | ||
Paras BugGrass | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Paras builds →Solar Beam 4x216-255%KO Energy Ball 4x163-192%KO Dig 2x33-40% Giga Drain 4x139-164%KO | ||
Hoppip Grass | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Hoppip builds →Solar Beam 4x182-215%KO Energy Ball 4x139-164%KO Giga Drain 4x115-136%KO Mega Drain 4x67-79% | ||
In HeartGold & SoulSilver, Infernape can KO Graveler with Close Combat (120-141%). Flygon threatens a KO with Earthquake (97-115%). Bronzong deals 66-78% with Earthquake.
Infernape FireFighting | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityBlaze ItemExpert Belt NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Infernape builds →Close Combat 2x120-141%KO U Turn23-27% Fire Blast41-48% | ||
Flygon GroundDragon | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemChoice Scarf NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Flygon builds →Earthquake 2x97-115%KO Outrage58-69% U Turn23-27% | ||
Bronzong SteelPsychic | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemLeftovers NatureBrave Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Bronzong builds →Explosion41-48% Earthquake 2x66-78% | ||
Swampert WaterGround | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityTorrent ItemLeftovers NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Graveler View Swampert builds →Earthquake 2x83-98% Ice Beam 2x84-100%KO Waterfall 4x134-158%KO | ||
Roserade GrassPoison | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityNatural Cure ItemBlack Sludge NatureTimid Moves View Roserade builds →
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HeartGold & SoulSilver Evolution
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
Breeding
Breed with Graveler to get Geodude eggs easily using 29 partners from the Mineral egg group. Notable egg moves include Block, Curse, Flail and 3 more.
HeartGold & SoulSilver Graveler Best Moveset
Best Build
No build content available for this Pokemon in Gen 4.
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Moves
You'll want to breed for Block and Curse on Graveler. These egg moves aren't just nice to have. Combined with STAB from Earthquake and Stone Edge, they expand what Graveler can actually threaten in practice.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Graveler in HeartGold & SoulSilver
Graveler is available from mid-game routes onward at high spawn rates. 18 encounter spots give you plenty of options. Grab one early and it'll be ready to evolve or train by mid-game.
Where To Catch Graveler in HeartGold & SoulSilver
Geodude is your first catch on the way to Graveler. You'll find walking, rock smash, and more encounters from Lv. 2-43 across 64 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch GeodudeRuins of Alph - OutsideSoulSilverSmashing rocks Lv.3-14 Ruins100%EarlyRuins of Alph - OutsideHeartGoldSmashing rocks Lv.3-14 Ruins100%EarlyRock Tunnel - B1FSoulSilverSmashing rocks Lv.12-21 Cave100%EarlyRock Tunnel - B1FHeartGoldSmashing rocks Lv.12-21 Cave100%EarlyDark Cave - WestSoulSilverGrass Lv.2-4 CaveCommonEarlyDark Cave - WestHeartGoldGrass Lv.2-4 CaveCommonEarlyRoute 46SoulSilverGrass Lv.2-3 RouteCommonEarlyRoute 46HeartGoldGrass Lv.2-3 RouteCommonEarlyUnion Cave - 1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.6 CaveCommonEarlyUnion Cave - 1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.6 CaveCommonEarlyMt. Moon - 1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.6-10 CaveCommonEarlyMt. Moon - 2FSoulSilverGrass Lv.6-10 CaveCommonEarlyUnion Cave - B1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.8 CaveCommonEarlyUnion Cave - B1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.8 CaveCommonEarlyMt. Moon - 1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.8 CaveCommonEarlyMt. Moon - 2FHeartGoldGrass Lv.8 CaveCommonEarlyRock Tunnel - 1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.10 CaveCommonEarlyRock Tunnel - 1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.10 CaveCommonEarlyRock Tunnel - B1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.12 CaveCommonEarlyRock Tunnel - B1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.12 CaveCommonEarlyMt. Mortar - 1F NorthSoulSilverGrass Lv.13-15 CaveCommonEarlyMt. Mortar - 1F NorthHeartGoldGrass Lv.13-15 CaveCommonEarlyDark Cave - WestHeartGoldSmashing rocks Lv.8-14 Cave20%EarlyDark Cave - WestSoulSilverSmashing rocks Lv.8-14 Cave20%EarlyMt. Mortar - 1F SouthSoulSilverGrass Lv.14 CaveRareEarlyMt. Mortar - 1F SouthHeartGoldGrass Lv.14 CaveRareEarlyDark Cave - EastSoulSilverGrass Lv.23 CaveCommonMidDark Cave - EastHeartGoldGrass Lv.23 CaveCommonMidRoute 45SoulSilverGrass Lv.23 RouteCommonMidRoute 45HeartGoldGrass Lv.23 RouteCommonMidVictory Road - 1FSoulSilverSmashing rocks Lv.24-32 CaveCommonMidVictory Road - 1FHeartGoldSmashing rocks Lv.24-32 CaveCommonMidCliff Cave - 1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.19 CaveUncommonMidCliff Cave - 1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.19 CaveUncommonMidCliff Cave - 2FSoulSilverGrass Lv.19 CaveUncommonMidCliff Cave - 2FHeartGoldGrass Lv.19 CaveUncommonMidCliff Cave - B1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.19 CaveUncommonMidCliff Cave - B1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.19 CaveUncommonMidUnion Cave - B2FHeartGoldGrass Lv.21 CaveUncommonMidUnion Cave - B2FSoulSilverGrass Lv.21 CaveUncommonMidMt. Mortar - B1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.16 CaveRareMidMt. Mortar - B1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.16 CaveRareMidTeam Rocket HQ - B1FSoulSilverInteract with Pokemon Lv.21LimitedMidTeam Rocket HQ - B1FHeartGoldInteract with Pokemon Lv.21LimitedMidMt. Mortar - 2FSoulSilverGrass Lv.31-32 CaveUncommonLateMt. Mortar - 2FHeartGoldGrass Lv.31-32 CaveUncommonLate
Step 2Graveler ✓Route 45HeartGoldGrass Lv.23-27 RouteCommonMidRoute 45SoulSilverGrass Lv.23-25 RouteCommonMidDark Cave - EastHeartGoldGrass Lv.25 CaveUncommonMidDark Cave - EastSoulSilverGrass Lv.25 CaveUncommonMidVictory Road - 1FHeartGoldSmashing rocks Lv.30-33 CaveUncommonMidVictory Road - 1FSoulSilverSmashing rocks Lv.30-33 CaveUncommonMidCliff Cave - 1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.20 CaveRareMidCliff Cave - 1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.20 CaveRareMidCliff Cave - 2FHeartGoldGrass Lv.20 CaveRareMidCliff Cave - 2FSoulSilverGrass Lv.20 CaveRareMidCliff Cave - B1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.20 CaveRareMidCliff Cave - B1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.20 CaveRareMidMt. Mortar - 2FHeartGoldGrass Lv.31 CaveCommonLateMt. Mortar - 2FSoulSilverGrass Lv.31 CaveCommonLateVictory Road - 1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.32 CaveCommonLateVictory Road - 1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.32 CaveCommonLateMt. Silver - 1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.41-43 CaveUncommonLateMt. Silver - 1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.41-43 CaveUncommonLateor evolve from Geodude (Step 1)
Graveler Guide
In HeartGold & SoulSilver, 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver, 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.
Rock Head protects against recoil damage. That's the one you want on Graveler. Sand Veil is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Sturdy works too if your team needs something different.
In HeartGold & SoulSilver, 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.
Game Availability
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.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RBDebut

Red & Blue - Gen 2GS

Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS

Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG

FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS

HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP

Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW

Black & White - Gen 5B2W2

Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY

X & Y - Gen 6ORAS

Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM

Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SMAlolan

Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE

Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh

Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP

Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV

Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW

Winds & Waves
