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 EVs 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.
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 from the Mineral egg group.
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.
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
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 GeodudeEFFORTLESSMt. Moon - 1FLet's Go EeveeGrassLv.5-1040%EarlyCaveEFFORTLESSMt. Moon - 1FLet's Go PikachuGrassLv.5-1040%EarlyCaveEFFORTLESSMt. Moon - B1FLet's Go EeveeGrassLv.5-1034%EarlyCaveEFFORTLESSMt. Moon - B1FLet's Go PikachuGrassLv.5-1034%EarlyCaveEASYRock Tunnel - B1FLet's Go EeveeGrassLv.18-2320%MidCaveEASYRock Tunnel - B1FLet's Go PikachuGrassLv.18-2320%MidCaveVermilion City - CityLet's Go EeveeIn-game tradeLv.16MidCityTrade for (give Geodude)Vermilion City - CityLet's Go PikachuIn-game tradeLv.16MidCityTrade for (give Geodude)MODERATERock Tunnel - 1FLet's Go EeveeGrassLv.18-2310%MidCaveMODERATERock Tunnel - 1FLet's Go PikachuGrassLv.18-2310%MidCaveMODERATEVictory Road - 1F-3FLet's Go EeveeGrassLv.41-4610%LateCaveMODERATEVictory Road - 1F-3FLet's Go PikachuGrassLv.41-4610%LateCaveMODERATECerulean Cave - 1FLet's Go EeveeGrassLv.51-5610%PostCaveMODERATECerulean Cave - 1FLet's Go PikachuGrassLv.51-5610%PostCaveMODERATECerulean Cave - B1FLet's Go PikachuGrassLv.51-5610%PostCaveMODERATECerulean Cave - B1FLet's Go EeveeGrassLv.51-5610%PostCaveCHALLENGINGCerulean Cave - 2FLet's Go EeveeGrassLv.51-565%PostCaveCHALLENGINGCerulean Cave - 2FLet's Go PikachuGrassLv.51-565%PostCave
Step 2Graveler ✓EASYRock Tunnel - 1FLet's Go PikachuGrassLv.18-2320%MidCaveEASYRock Tunnel - 1FLet's Go EeveeGrassLv.18-2320%MidCaveMODERATERock Tunnel - B1FLet's Go PikachuGrassLv.18-2310%MidCaveMODERATERock Tunnel - B1FLet's Go EeveeGrassLv.18-2310%MidCaveEASYVictory Road - 1F-3FLet's Go PikachuGrassLv.41-4615%LateCaveEASYVictory Road - 1F-3FLet's Go EeveeGrassLv.41-4615%LateCaveEASYCerulean Cave - 2FLet's Go EeveeGrassLv.51-5620%PostCaveEASYCerulean Cave - 2FLet's Go PikachuGrassLv.51-5620%PostCaveEASYCerulean Cave - 1FLet's Go EeveeGrassLv.51-5615%PostCaveEASYCerulean Cave - 1FLet's Go PikachuGrassLv.51-5615%PostCaveEASYCerulean Cave - B1FLet's Go PikachuGrassLv.51-5615%PostCaveEASYCerulean Cave - B1FLet's Go EeveeGrassLv.51-5615%PostCaveor 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.
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.
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