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.
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
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 29 partners from the Mineral egg group. Notable egg moves include Block, Flail, Hammer Arm and 2 more.
Best Build
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You'll want to breed for Block and Flail 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.
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Plenty of locations for Graveler with high spawn rates across mid-game routes. The sort toggle below swaps between best odds and earliest access, so you can approach it based on where you are in the game.
Where To Catch Graveler in Platinum
To get Graveler, start by catching Geodude through walking encounters at Lv. 5-54. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch GeodudeEFFORTLESSOreburgh Mine - 1FGrassLv.5-8CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSRoute 207GrassLv.5-7CommonEarlyRouteEFFORTLESSOreburgh Mine - B1FGrassLv.6-9CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSMt. Coronet - Route 211 EntranceGrassLv.13-15CommonEarlyCaveDayEASYOreburgh Gate - 1FGrassLv.5-7UncommonEarlyEASYOreburgh Gate - B1FGrassLv.6-8UncommonEarlyEASYMt. Coronet - Route 211 EntranceGrassLv.15UncommonEarlyCaveMorning/nightEFFORTLESSRoute 206GrassLv.16-18CommonMidRouteEFFORTLESSMt. Coronet - Route 207 EntranceGrassLv.17-19CommonMidCaveDayEFFORTLESSWayward Cave - 1FGrassLv.17-20CommonMidCaveEFFORTLESSWayward Cave - B1FGrassLv.18-20CommonMidCaveEFFORTLESSRuin Maniac Tunnel - 0-9 Unown caughtGrassLv.21-23CommonMidCaveEFFORTLESSRuin Maniac Tunnel - 10-25 Unown caughtGrassLv.23-25CommonMidCaveEFFORTLESSRuin Maniac Tunnel - 26 Unown caughtGrassLv.23-25CommonMidCaveEFFORTLESSIron Island - 1FGrassLv.30-32CommonMidWaterEASYRoute 210 - SouthGrassLv.18UncommonMidRouteEASYMt. Coronet - Route 207 EntranceGrassLv.19UncommonMidCaveMorning/nightEASYRoute 214GrassLv.21UncommonMidRoute
Step 2Graveler ✓EFFORTLESSRoute 214GrassLv.22-24CommonMidRouteMorning/dayEFFORTLESSRoute 214GrassLv.23-24CommonMidRouteNightEFFORTLESSIron Island - B1F Left CaveGrassLv.30-33CommonMidWaterEFFORTLESSIron Island - B1F Right CaveGrassLv.30-33CommonMidWaterEASYRoute 211 - EastGrassLv.28UncommonMidRouteEFFORTLESSIron Island - 1FGrassLv.31-33CommonLateWaterEFFORTLESSIron Island - B2F Left CaveGrassLv.31-34CommonLateWaterEFFORTLESSIron Island - B2F Right CaveGrassLv.31-34CommonLateWaterEFFORTLESSIron Island - B3FGrassLv.31-34CommonLateWaterEFFORTLESSMt. Coronet - B1FGrassLv.32-34CommonLateCaveDayEFFORTLESSMt. Coronet - Route 216 EntranceGrassLv.32-34CommonLateCaveDayEFFORTLESSMt. Coronet - 2FGrassLv.36-38CommonLateCaveDayEFFORTLESSMt. Coronet - 3FGrassLv.36-38CommonLateCaveDayEFFORTLESSMt. Coronet - 4FGrassLv.36-38CommonLateCaveDayEFFORTLESSMt. Coronet - 5FGrassLv.36-38CommonLateCaveDayEFFORTLESSMt. Coronet - 6FGrassLv.36-38CommonLateCaveDayEFFORTLESSMt. Coronet - 7FGrassLv.36-38CommonLateCaveDayEFFORTLESSMt. Coronet - Top CaveGrassLv.36-38CommonLateCaveDayEFFORTLESSMt. Coronet - Top CaveGrassLv.37-38CommonLateCaveMorning/nightEFFORTLESSSendoff SpringGrassLv.37-38CommonLateNightEFFORTLESSSendoff SpringGrassLv.37-39CommonLateMorning/dayEFFORTLESSVictory Road - 1FGrassLv.40-42CommonLateCaveMorning/dayEASYMt. Coronet - B1FGrassLv.34UncommonLateCaveMorning/nightEASYMt. Coronet - Route 216 EntranceGrassLv.34UncommonLateCaveMorning/nightEASYMt. Coronet - 2FGrassLv.38UncommonLateCaveMorning/nightEASYMt. Coronet - 3FGrassLv.38UncommonLateCaveMorning/nightEASYMt. Coronet - 4FGrassLv.38UncommonLateCaveEASYMt. Coronet - 5FGrassLv.38UncommonLateCaveEASYMt. Coronet - 6FGrassLv.38UncommonLateCaveMorning/nightEASYMt. Coronet - 7FGrassLv.38UncommonLateCaveMorning/nightEASYVictory Road - 1FGrassLv.40UncommonLateCaveNightEASYVictory Road - 2FGrassLv.41-43UncommonLateCaveMorning/dayEASYVictory Road - B1FGrassLv.41-43UncommonLateCaveMorning/dayCHALLENGINGRoute 216GrassLv.35RareLateRouteCHALLENGINGVictory Road - 2FGrassLv.43RareLateCaveNightCHALLENGINGVictory Road - B1FGrassLv.43RareLateCaveNightEFFORTLESSVictory Road - Nat Dex AreaGrassLv.47-49CommonPostCaveMorning/dayEFFORTLESSVictory Road - Nat Dex Exit AreaGrassLv.47-49CommonPostCaveMorning/dayEASYVictory Road - Nat Dex AreaGrassLv.47UncommonPostCaveNightEASYVictory Road - Nat Dex Area B1FGrassLv.47-49UncommonPostCaveMorning/dayEASYVictory Road - Nat Dex Exit AreaGrassLv.47UncommonPostCaveNightEASYRoute 225GrassLv.49UncommonPostRouteEASYRoute 226GrassLv.49UncommonPostRouteEASYRoute 227GrassLv.51-53UncommonPostRouteEASYStark Mountain - EntranceGrassLv.51-53UncommonPostVolcanoEASYStark Mountain - OutsideGrassLv.51-53UncommonPostVolcanoEASYStark Mountain - InteriorGrassLv.52-54UncommonPostVolcanoCHALLENGINGVictory Road - Nat Dex Area B1FGrassLv.49RarePostCaveNightor 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