Octillery Best Moveset
105 Attack and 105 Sp. Atk behind Water TermStab at 45 Speed. The moveset hits hard from either side, one of the few genuinely mixed attackers available. Strong Style maximizes the damage per slow turn. Pure power without any pretense of speed.
Balanced 105/105 offenses in Gen II (Gold & Silver) could hit from both sides. 45 Speed and 75 bulk across the board meant Octillery hit hard but never first.
Best Moves
Best Build
Utility Moveset
- Flamethrower
- Surf
- Ice Beam
- Return
Recommended Teammates
Suction Cups prevented forced switch-outs in Gen III (Ruby & Sapphire). Niche counter to Roar and Whirlwind, but the real problem was Speed, not staying in.
Special Tank Moveset
- Surf
- Ice Beam
- Flamethrower
- Thunder Wave
Recommended Teammates
Three gens at the same tier in Gen IV (Diamond & Pearl). Both 105 stats worked as intended after the physical/Special split. 45 Speed was the permanent ceiling.
Special Wallbreaker Moveset
- Ice Beam
- Surf
- Energy Ball
- Flamethrower
Recommended Teammates
Moody was the hidden ability in Gen V (Black & White), randomly boosting one stat by +2 each turn. Banned from competitive play. Without it, Octillery lost ground to faster threats.
Special Attacker Moveset
- Flamethrower
- Ice Beam
- Surf
- Signal Beam
Recommended Teammates
Sniper tripled critical hit damage in Gen VI (X & Y). Focus Energy plus Sniper was the set. When crits landed, devastating. When they didn't, 45 Speed lost the game.
Special Tank Moveset
- Energy Ball
- Focus Energy
- Hydro Pump
- Fire Blast
Recommended Teammates
Same decline in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). The format rewarded Speed and bulk together. Octillery had the offense but nothing to support it.
Wall Moveset
- Thunder Wave
- Haze
- Scald
- Toxic
Recommended Teammates
Six gens of the same wall in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). 105/105 offenses behind 45 Speed. Metagames got faster every generation. Octillery didn't.
Special Tank Moveset
- Surf
- Sludge Bomb
- Scald
- Flash Cannon
Recommended Teammates
Octillery Weakness
Octillery is weak to Electric and Grass. 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.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Grass |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Ice, Steel |
What is Octillery Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Octillery
Jolteon can KO Octillery with Thunderbolt (140-165%). Venusaur threatens a KO with Giga Drain (95-112%).
 Jolteon Electric | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityVoltabsorb ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Octillery View Jolteon builds →Volt Switch 2x109-129%KO Thunderbolt 2x140-165%KO Shadow Ball42-49% | ||
 Venusaur GrassPoison | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityChlorophyll ItemLife Orb NatureNaive Moves
Damage vs Octillery View Venusaur builds →Giga Drain 2x95-112%KO Sludge Bomb57-67% | ||
Evolution
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. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Octillery
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 PLA
Remoraid is your first catch on the way to Octillery. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 21-47 across 5 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch RemoraidTranquility CoveLv.21-24GrassRate 15%Castaway ShoreLv.24-34GrassRate 15%Sand's ReachLv.28-36GrassRate 15%
Step 2Octillery ✓Castaway ShoreLv.24-34GrassRate 15%Islespy ShoreLv.40-47GrassRate 15%or 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 BDSP
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 RemoraidPastoria CityLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Pokémon LeagueLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 213Lv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 222Lv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 223Lv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 224Lv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 230Lv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Sunyshore CityLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%
Step 2Octillery ✓Pastoria CityLv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Pokémon LeagueLv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Route 213Lv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Route 222Lv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Route 224Lv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Sunyshore CityLv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Route 223Lv.40-55Super RodRate 5%Route 230Lv.40-55Super RodRate 5%Fountainspring CaveLv.50-55CaveRequires WaterfallRiverbank CaveLv.50-55CaveRequires WaterfallStill-Water CavernLv.50-55CaveRequires 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 SwSh
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 RemoraidSouth Lake MilochLv.11-13Super RodRate 40%Fields of HonorLv.13-18Super RodRate 40%West Lake AxewellLv.7-11Super RodRate 10%Workout SeaLv.43-48Super RodRate 40%West Lake AxewellLv.38-40Surfing on waterRate 25%OvercastRoute 9 - in Circhester Bay) (SurfingLv.39-43OverworldRate 15%All WeatherWest Lake AxewellLv.38-40Surfing on waterRate 10%Normal WeatherWest Lake AxewellLv.38-40Surfing on waterRate 10%SandstormWest Lake AxewellLv.38-40Surfing on waterRate 10%RainingWest Lake AxewellLv.38-40Surfing on waterRate 5%ThunderstormWest Lake AxewellLv.38-40Surfing on waterRate 5%Heavy FogWest Lake AxewellLv.38-40Surfing on waterRate 5%Intense Sun
Step 2Octillery ✓Fields of HonorLv.13-18Super RodRate 10%Route 9Lv.38-42Super RodRate 60%Route 9Lv.38-42GrassRate 30%All WeatherAxew's EyeLv.35-40Super RodRate 25%Route 9 - in Circhester BayLv.39-43OverworldRate 24%All WeatherWorkout SeaLv.43-48Super RodRate 10%or 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 USUM
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 RemoraidKala'e BayLv.10-17Super RodRate 25%Hau'oli City - BeachfrontLv.10-22Super RodRate 15%Shaking spotHau'oli City - BeachfrontLv.10-17Super RodRate 15%Kala'e BayLv.10-22Super RodRate 15%Shaking spotMelemele SeaLv.10-22Super RodRate 15%Shaking spotMelemele SeaLv.10-17Super RodRate 15%Route 8Lv.10-20Super RodRate 15%Hau'oli City - BeachfrontLv.15-18Surfing on waterSOS from MantykeKala'e BayLv.15-18Surfing on waterSOS from MantykeMelemele SeaLv.15-18Surfing on waterSOS from MantykeRoute 8Lv.10-25Super RodRate 5%Shaking spot
Step 2Octillery ✓Hau'oli City - BeachfrontLv.10-17Super RodSOS from RemoraidHau'oli City - BeachfrontLv.10-22Super RodSOS from RemoraidKala'e BayLv.10-22Super RodSOS from RemoraidKala'e BayLv.10-17Super RodSOS from RemoraidMelemele SeaLv.10-22Super RodSOS from RemoraidMelemele SeaLv.10-17Super RodSOS from RemoraidRoute 8Lv.10-20Super RodSOS from RemoraidRoute 8Lv.10-25Super RodSOS from Remoraidor evolve from Remoraid (Step 1)
Base Stats
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.
It has a tendency to want to be in holes. It prefers rock crags or pots and sprays ink from them before attacking.
Octillery Guide
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.
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 mixed attacker with base 105 Attack and 105 Sp. Atk. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 45 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. Fits the attacker role.
The core moveset is Protect, Substitute, Scald, and Ice Beam. Protect leads at 0% usage. Scald provides reliable STAB damage.
Game Availability
Debuting in Gold & Silver, Octillery appears in 17 games across 9 generations. A reliable presence in most mainline games, typically found through wild encounters.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GSDebut
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves