Octillery is a Water-type from Gen 2. Only weak to Electric and Grass. 105 base Attack is its best stat. Known as the Jet Pokemon. It works well under Trick Room.
Nothing fancy in Octillery's spread. It leans mixed with Attack out front. And you'll get 2 Attack and Sp. Atk EVs per KO for it. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
While Octillery still shoots water from its mouth, the drastic anatomical difference between it and Remoraid meant that for a long time, no one believed the former evolved from the latter.
Octillery Weakness
GoodOctillery is weak to Electric and Grass-type moves. The Water typing picks up 4 resistances to work with. With 75 HP and balanced defenses, Octillery can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
Octillery is what Remoraid becomes. Breed it for Remoraid eggs (average hatch time). A massive partner pool for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolution from Remoraid pushed Octillery to 480 total stats. HP saw the largest single gain at +40.
How to Evolve
Breed with Octillery to get Remoraid eggs easily using 114 partners from the Water1 and Water2 egg groups.
Octillery runs a standard defensive wall set. Bold nature with HP-heavy investment EVs shapes the build, while Leftovers brings passive recovery each turn. Moody supports the kit from the background.
Best Build
Best Octillery Moveset
- Protect
- Water Spout
- Energy Ball
- Scald
Recommended Teammates
The offense anchors on Hydro Pump and Octazooka, with coverage across 8 types adding reach. It's a workable movepool for Octillery that handles most situations. Ice Beam and Hydro Pump give it enough punch where it matters.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 11 types means almost nothing walls Octillery cleanly, with Water Spout and Hydro Pump anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 12 types means almost nothing walls Octillery cleanly, with Water Spout and Hydro Pump anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 14 types means almost nothing walls Octillery cleanly, with Water Spout and Hydro Pump anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
Octillery starts showing up in mid-game routes at decent spawn rates across 2 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Octillery in Legends: Arceus
Remoraid is your first catch on the way to Octillery. You'll find walking encounters from walking across 5 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch RemoraidEASYCastaway ShoreGrassUncommonEASYSand's ReachGrassUncommonDesertEASYTranquility CoveGrassUncommon
Step 2Octillery ✓EASYCastaway ShoreGrassUncommonEASYIslespy ShoreGrassUncommonor evolve from Remoraid (Step 1)
Octillery is available from mid-game fishing spots onward at high spawn rates. 22 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 Octillery in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
Remoraid is your first catch on the way to Octillery. You'll find fishing and walking encounters from Lv. 10-55 across 38 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch RemoraidEASYPastoria CityBrilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyCityEASYPastoria CityShining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyCityEASYPokémon LeagueBrilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyEASYPokémon LeagueShining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyEASYRoute 213Shining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 213Brilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 222Shining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 222Brilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 223Brilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 223Shining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 224Brilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 224Shining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 230Brilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 230Shining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYSunyshore CityBrilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyCityEASYSunyshore CityShining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyCity
Step 2Octillery ✓EASYPastoria CityBrilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidCityEASYPastoria CityShining PearlSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidCityEASYPokémon LeagueShining PearlSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidEASYPokémon LeagueBrilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidEASYRoute 213Shining PearlSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidRouteEASYRoute 213Brilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidRouteEASYRoute 222Shining PearlSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidRouteEASYRoute 222Brilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidRouteEASYRoute 224Shining PearlSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidRouteEASYRoute 224Brilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidRouteEASYSunyshore CityShining PearlSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidCityEASYSunyshore CityBrilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidCityEXTREMERoute 223Shining PearlSuper RodLv.40-555%LateRouteEXTREMERoute 223Brilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.40-555%LateRouteEXTREMERoute 230Shining PearlSuper RodLv.40-555%LateRouteEXTREMERoute 230Brilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.40-555%LateRouteFountainspring CaveShining PearlGrassLv.50-55PostCaveRequires WaterfallFountainspring CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.50-55PostCaveRequires WaterfallRiverbank CaveShining PearlGrassLv.50-55PostCaveRequires WaterfallRiverbank CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.50-55PostCaveRequires WaterfallStill-Water CavernShining PearlGrassLv.50-55PostCaveRequires WaterfallStill-Water CavernBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.50-55PostCaveRequires Waterfallor evolve from Remoraid (Step 1)
Easy grab on Octillery with high spawn rates across 12 locations in early-game fishing spots. Two different catch methods are in play here. The sorted list below shows the full spread so you can pick the most convenient spot.
Where To Catch Octillery in Sword & Shield
The path to Octillery starts with Remoraid at Lv. 7-48 via fishing, surfing, and more encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch RemoraidEASYSouth Lake MilochSwordSuper RodLv.11-1340%EarlyWaterEASYSouth Lake MilochShieldSuper RodLv.11-1340%EarlyWaterEASYFields of HonorShieldSuper RodLv.13-1840%EarlyEASYFields of HonorSwordSuper RodLv.13-1840%EarlyCHALLENGINGWest Lake AxewellSwordSuper RodLv.7-1110%EarlyCaveCHALLENGINGWest Lake AxewellShieldSuper RodLv.7-1110%EarlyCaveEASYWorkout SeaShieldSuper RodLv.43-4840%LateWaterEASYWorkout SeaSwordSuper RodLv.43-4840%LateWaterEASYWest Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.38-4025%LateCaveOvercastEASYWest Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.38-4025%LateCaveOvercastEASYRoute 9 - in Circhester Bay) (SurfingShieldOverworldLv.39-4315%LateRouteAll WeatherEASYRoute 9 - in Circhester Bay) (SurfingSwordOverworldLv.39-4315%LateRouteAll WeatherCHALLENGINGWest Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.38-4010%LateCaveSandstormCHALLENGINGWest Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.38-4010%LateCaveRainingCHALLENGINGWest Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.38-4010%LateCaveSandstormCHALLENGINGWest Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.38-4010%LateCaveRainingCHALLENGINGWest Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.38-4010%LateCaveNormal WeatherCHALLENGINGWest Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.38-4010%LateCaveNormal WeatherHARDWest Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.38-405%LateCaveThunderstormHARDWest Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.38-405%LateCaveIntense SunHARDWest Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.38-405%LateCaveThunderstormHARDWest Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.38-405%LateCaveIntense SunHARDWest Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.38-405%LateCaveHeavy FogHARDWest Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.38-405%LateCaveHeavy Fog
Step 2Octillery ✓CHALLENGINGFields of HonorShieldSuper RodLv.13-1810%EarlyCHALLENGINGFields of HonorSwordSuper RodLv.13-1810%EarlyEASYRoute 9SwordSuper RodLv.38-4260%LateRouteEASYRoute 9ShieldSuper RodLv.38-4260%LateRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 9SwordGrassLv.38-4230%LateRouteAll WeatherEFFORTLESSRoute 9ShieldGrassLv.38-4230%LateRouteAll WeatherMODERATEAxew's EyeShieldSuper RodLv.35-4025%LateMODERATEAxew's EyeSwordSuper RodLv.35-4025%LateEASYRoute 9 - in Circhester BaySwordOverworldLv.39-4324%LateRouteAll WeatherEASYRoute 9 - in Circhester BayShieldOverworldLv.39-4324%LateRouteAll WeatherCHALLENGINGWorkout SeaSwordSuper RodLv.43-4810%LateWaterCHALLENGINGWorkout SeaShieldSuper RodLv.43-4810%LateWateror evolve from Remoraid (Step 1)
Octillery starts showing up in early-game fishing spots at moderate rates across 16 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Octillery in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Remoraid is your first catch on the way to Octillery. You'll find fishing and surfing encounters from Lv. 10-25 across 38 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch RemoraidMODERATEKala'e BayUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-1725%EarlyWaterMODERATEKala'e BayUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-1725%EarlyWaterMODERATEHau'oli City - BeachfrontUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-1715%EarlyCityMODERATEHau'oli City - BeachfrontUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-2215%EarlyCityShaking spotMODERATEHau'oli City - BeachfrontUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-2215%EarlyCityShaking spotMODERATEHau'oli City - BeachfrontUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-1715%EarlyCityMODERATEKala'e BayUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-2215%EarlyWaterShaking spotMODERATEKala'e BayUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-2215%EarlyWaterShaking spotMODERATEMelemele SeaUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-2215%EarlyWaterShaking spotMODERATEMelemele SeaUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-2215%EarlyWaterShaking spotMODERATEMelemele SeaUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-1715%EarlyWaterMODERATEMelemele SeaUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-1715%EarlyWaterMODERATERoute 8Ultra SunSuper RodLv.10-2015%EarlyRouteMODERATERoute 8Ultra MoonSuper RodLv.10-2015%EarlyRouteHau'oli City - BeachfrontUltra SunSurfing on waterLv.15-18EarlyCitySOS from MantykeHau'oli City - BeachfrontUltra MoonSurfing on waterLv.15-18EarlyCitySOS from MantykeKala'e BayUltra SunSurfing on waterLv.15-18EarlyWaterSOS from MantykeKala'e BayUltra MoonSurfing on waterLv.15-18EarlyWaterSOS from MantykeMelemele SeaUltra SunSurfing on waterLv.15-18EarlyWaterSOS from MantykeMelemele SeaUltra MoonSurfing on waterLv.15-18EarlyWaterSOS from MantykeEXTREMERoute 8Ultra SunSuper RodLv.10-255%EarlyRouteShaking spotEXTREMERoute 8Ultra MoonSuper RodLv.10-255%EarlyRouteShaking spot
Step 2Octillery ✓Hau'oli City - BeachfrontUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-22EarlyCitySOS from RemoraidHau'oli City - BeachfrontUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-17EarlyCitySOS from RemoraidHau'oli City - BeachfrontUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-22EarlyCitySOS from RemoraidHau'oli City - BeachfrontUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-17EarlyCitySOS from RemoraidKala'e BayUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-22EarlyWaterSOS from RemoraidKala'e BayUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-17EarlyWaterSOS from RemoraidKala'e BayUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-22EarlyWaterSOS from RemoraidKala'e BayUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-17EarlyWaterSOS from RemoraidMelemele SeaUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-22EarlyWaterSOS from RemoraidMelemele SeaUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-17EarlyWaterSOS from RemoraidMelemele SeaUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-22EarlyWaterSOS from RemoraidMelemele SeaUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-17EarlyWaterSOS from RemoraidRoute 8Ultra MoonSuper RodLv.10-25EarlyRouteSOS from RemoraidRoute 8Ultra MoonSuper RodLv.10-20EarlyRouteSOS from RemoraidRoute 8Ultra SunSuper RodLv.10-25EarlyRouteSOS from RemoraidRoute 8Ultra SunSuper RodLv.10-20EarlyRouteSOS from Remoraidor evolve from Remoraid (Step 1)
Octillery works as an attacker with 480 BST behind it. C-Tier on our list — a situational pick that fills a niche. That 105 base Attack does the heavy lifting.
Remoraid evolves into Octillery at level 25. Octillery is the fully evolved form. At 480 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Suction Cups is the go-to ability for Octillery. It prevents being forced out of battle by other Pokémon's moves. Its hidden ability Moody can work in specific setups. Sniper is the other option — pick based on what your team needs.
Octillery is a special attacker with base 105 Sp. Atk. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. But the speed tells the real story — base 45 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. Fits the attacker role.
Octillery appears in 17 games, including Gold & Silver, Crystal, and Ruby & Sapphire.
Debuting in Gold & Silver, Octillery appears in 17 games across 8 generations. A reliable presence in most mainline games, typically found through wild encounters.
- 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