Mid-stage Pokemon like Marill rarely see competitive play outside of special formats. It's a waypoint on the road to Azumarill, which is where the real potential kicks in. Only weak to Electric and Grass. Known as the Aqua Mouse Pokemon.
Marill's spread isn't flashy. HP leads, Attack trails, 0 stats clear the bar. Common in the wild and worth 2 HP EVs, on a fast 800K XP curve.
The oil-filled tail functions as a buoy, so it’s fine even in rivers with strong currents.
Marill Weakness
GoodMarill's Water typing leaves it vulnerable to Electric and Grass moves. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. Thick Fat reduces Fire/Ice damage, further improving the defensive spread.
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
Marill is the middle stage between Azurill and Azumarill. It's a three-stage line with one more evolution to go. For breeding, quick to hatch with no compatible partners via two egg groups. So far, HP got the biggest boost (+20 from Azurill). The final form adds another 170 stats on top.
How to Evolve
Breed with Marill to get Azurill eggs easily from the Fairy and Water1 egg groups. Notable egg moves include Amnesia, Aqua Jet, Belly Drum and 15 more.
Thickfat isn't flashy, but it matters. Combined with Rindoberry for extra utility and max HP and Defense EVs, Marill fills the defensive wall slot reliably. Bold nature finishes the spread.
Best Build
Best Marill Moveset
- Whirlpool
- Protect
- Perish Song
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Breadth over depth defines this movepool. Marill won't stack one type's damage ceiling, but coverage across 10 types means it always has an effective option. Hydro Pump and Aqua Tail anchor the STAB core.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Transfer Moves
Marill is available from early-game water routes onward at high spawn rates. 60 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 Marill in Black 2 & White 2
Azurill is your first catch on the way to Marill. You'll find surfing and walking encounters from Lv. 5-60 across 66 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch AzurillEASYFloccesy RanchBlack 2Surfing on waterLv.5-15CommonEarlyFacilityAnyEASYFloccesy RanchWhite 2Surfing on waterLv.5-15CommonEarlyFacilityAnyEASYRoute 20White 2Surfing on waterLv.5-15CommonEarlyRouteAnyEASYRoute 20Black 2Surfing on waterLv.5-15CommonEarlyRouteAnyEASYFloccesy RanchBlack 2GrassLv.5UncommonEarlyFacilityAnyEASYFloccesy RanchWhite 2GrassLv.5UncommonEarlyFacilityAny
Step 2Marill ✓EASYFloccesy RanchBlack 2Surfing on waterLv.5-15CommonEarlyFacilityAnyShaking spotEASYFloccesy RanchWhite 2Surfing on waterLv.5-15CommonEarlyFacilityAnyShaking spotEASYRoute 20Black 2Surfing on waterLv.5-15CommonEarlyRouteAnyShaking spotEASYRoute 20White 2Surfing on waterLv.5-15CommonEarlyRouteAnyShaking spotEASYRelic Passage - Room 2Black 2Surfing on waterLv.10-30CommonEarlyCaveAnyShaking spotEASYRelic Passage - Room 2Black 2Surfing on waterLv.10-30CommonEarlyCaveAnyEASYRelic Passage - Room 2White 2Surfing on waterLv.10-30CommonEarlyCaveAnyShaking spotEASYRelic Passage - Room 2White 2Surfing on waterLv.10-30CommonEarlyCaveAnyEASYRoute 6Black 2Surfing on waterLv.10-30CommonEarlyRouteAnyShaking spotEASYRoute 6Black 2Surfing on waterLv.10-25CommonEarlyRouteAnyEASYRoute 6White 2Surfing on waterLv.10-30CommonEarlyRouteAnyShaking spotEASYRoute 6White 2Surfing on waterLv.10-30CommonEarlyRouteAnyEASYRoute 22Black 2Surfing on waterLv.15-40CommonEarlyRouteAnyShaking spotEASYRoute 22Black 2Surfing on waterLv.15-40CommonEarlyRouteAnyEASYRoute 22White 2Surfing on waterLv.15-40CommonEarlyRouteAnyShaking spotEASYRoute 22White 2Surfing on waterLv.15-40CommonEarlyRouteAnyEASYAbundant ShrineWhite 2Surfing on waterLv.25-40CommonMidRuinsAnyShaking spotEASYAbundant ShrineWhite 2Surfing on waterLv.25-40CommonMidRuinsAnyEASYAbundant ShrineBlack 2Surfing on waterLv.25-40CommonMidRuinsAnyShaking spotEASYAbundant ShrineBlack 2Surfing on waterLv.25-40CommonMidRuinsAnyEASYVillage BridgeBlack 2Surfing on waterLv.25-40CommonMidAnyShaking spotEASYVillage BridgeBlack 2Surfing on waterLv.25-40CommonMidAnyEASYVillage BridgeWhite 2Surfing on waterLv.25-40CommonMidAnyShaking spotEASYVillage BridgeWhite 2Surfing on waterLv.25-40CommonMidAnyCHALLENGINGRoute 6Black 2GrassLv.25RareMidRouteAnyCHALLENGINGRoute 6White 2GrassLv.25RareMidRouteAnyCHALLENGINGRoute 6Black 2GrassLv.28RareMidRouteAnyDouble grassCHALLENGINGRoute 6White 2GrassLv.28RareMidRouteAnyDouble grassEASYVictory Road - 1FBlack 2Surfing on waterLv.35-50CommonLateCaveAnyShaking spotEASYVictory Road - 1FBlack 2Surfing on waterLv.35-50CommonLateCaveAnyEASYVictory Road - 1FWhite 2Surfing on waterLv.35-50CommonLateCaveAnyShaking spotEASYVictory Road - 1FWhite 2Surfing on waterLv.35-50CommonLateCaveAnyEASYVictory Road - 3FBlack 2Surfing on waterLv.35-50CommonLateCaveAnyEASYVictory Road - 3FWhite 2Surfing on waterLv.35-50CommonLateCaveAnyShaking spotEASYVictory Road - 3FWhite 2Surfing on waterLv.35-50CommonLateCaveAnyEASYVictory Road - 3FBlack 2Surfing on waterLv.35-50CommonLateCaveAnyShaking spotEASYVictory Road - 4FWhite 2Surfing on waterLv.35-50CommonLateCaveAnyEASYVictory Road - 4FBlack 2Surfing on waterLv.35-60CommonLateCaveAnyShaking spotEASYVictory Road - 4FBlack 2Surfing on waterLv.35-50CommonLateCaveAnyEASYVictory Road - 4FWhite 2Surfing on waterLv.35-50CommonLateCaveAnyShaking spotEFFORTLESSVillage BridgeBlack 2GrassLv.36-38CommonLateAnyEFFORTLESSVillage BridgeWhite 2GrassLv.36-38CommonLateAnyEFFORTLESSVillage BridgeBlack 2GrassLv.40-42CommonLateAnyDouble grassEFFORTLESSVillage BridgeWhite 2GrassLv.40-42CommonLateAnyDouble grassEASYPinwheel Forest - insideBlack 2Surfing on waterLv.45-60CommonLateForestAnyShaking spotEASYPinwheel Forest - insideBlack 2Surfing on waterLv.45-60CommonLateForestAnyEASYPinwheel Forest - insideWhite 2Surfing on waterLv.45-60CommonLateForestAnyShaking spotEASYPinwheel Forest - insideWhite 2Surfing on waterLv.45-60CommonLateForestAnyEASYAbundant ShrineBlack 2GrassLv.34UncommonLateRuinsAnyEASYAbundant ShrineWhite 2GrassLv.34UncommonLateRuinsAnyEASYRoute 11Black 2GrassLv.36UncommonLateRouteAnyEASYRoute 11White 2GrassLv.36UncommonLateRouteAnyEASYAbundant ShrineBlack 2GrassLv.38UncommonLateRuinsAnyDouble grassEASYAbundant ShrineWhite 2GrassLv.38UncommonLateRuinsAnyDouble grassEASYRoute 11Black 2GrassLv.40UncommonLateRouteAnyDouble grassEASYRoute 11White 2GrassLv.40UncommonLateRouteAnyDouble grassEASYRoute 22White 2GrassLv.40-42UncommonLateRouteAnyEASYRoute 22Black 2GrassLv.40-42UncommonLateRouteAnyEASYRoute 22White 2GrassLv.45-47UncommonLateRouteAnyDouble grassEASYRoute 22Black 2GrassLv.45-47UncommonLateRouteAnyDouble grassor evolve from Azurill (Step 1)
Marill isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Azumarill to unlock its full potential. At 250 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Run Huge Power on Marill. It's the ability that defines how you build around it and the main reason it holds a competitive niche. Marill also gets Thick Fat and Sap Sipper, but they don't compare.
Marill fills the balanced role. It's a special attacker with base 20 Sp. Atk. Base 40 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go.
Marill appears in 17 games, including Gold & Silver, Crystal, and Ruby & Sapphire.
Marill first appeared in Gold & Silver and has been available in 17 games across 8 generations. Obtainable through catching or hatching as a base form in most titles where it appears.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGSDebut
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 VIISM
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