Patrat Best Moveset
Bottom-tier in every relevant stat. 55 Attack on 42 Speed cooldowns fires Normal moves with no impact. 45/39/39 bulk collapses instantly. The moveset doesn't compete at any level. Watchog's 85/77 stats improve but still can't keep pace with evolved competition.
Patrat saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). This was Patrat's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Analytic with Eviolite, favoring a Brave nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Patrat best EVs are Defense and Sp. Def
Bulky Support Moveset
- Aqua Tail
- Swords Dance
- Seed Bomb
- Crunch
Recommended Teammates
Patrat was a niche pick at best in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS), rarely seen in standard play. This was a decline from E-Tier in the previous generation. Its most popular set ran run away with Eviolite, favoring a Hardy nature.
Utility Moveset
- Endeavor
- Protect
- Last Resort
- Toxic
Patrat saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Patrat climbed from F-Tier as the competitive landscape shifted. Its most popular set ran Analytic with Leftovers, favoring a Brave nature.
Physical Tank Moveset
- Aqua Tail
- Return
- Crunch
- Zen Headbutt
Recommended Teammates
Patrat Weakness
Patrat is weak to Fighting. On the flip side, it's immune to Ghost-type moves entirely. Only 1 weakness makes it relatively easy to build around defensively.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
What is Patrat Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Patrat
Machamp can KO Patrat with Close Combat (386-455%).
 Machamp Fighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityNoguard ItemFlame Orb NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Patrat View Machamp builds →Bullet Punch43-51% Close Combat 2x386-455%KO Stone Edge107-126%KO | ||
Evolution
Patrat evolves into Watchog. It's a two-stage chain with the method shown below. A massive partner pool for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are quick to hatch. Evolving adds up to 165 stat points total. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Patrat easily with 278 breeding partners from the Ground egg group.
How to Get Patrat
Patrat starts showing up in early-game routes at moderate rates across 3 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Patrat in LZA
Patrat is your first catch on the way to Patrat. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 5-43 across 5 total spots in the chain.
- Step 1Patrat ✓Wild Zone 2Lv.5-7OverworldLegends: Z-AWild Zone 4Lv.8-9OverworldLegends: Z-AWild Zone 5Lv.11-13OverworldLegends: Z-A
Step 2Catch or Evolve into WatchogWild Zone 10Lv.30-32OverworldLegends: Z-AWild Zone 10Lv.41-43OverworldLegends: Z-Aor evolve from Patrat (Step 1)
Patrat isn't available in the wild in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Start by transferring Patrat from Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, or Legends: Z-A. The evolution path from Patrat to Patrat is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Patrat in USUM
- Step 1Patrat ✓LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black & WhiteNot TradeableAppears in Black & White via Walking · Route 1. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black 2 & White 2Not TradeableAppears in Black 2 & White 2 via Walking · Route 19. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Legends: Z-ANot TradeableAppears in Legends: Z-A via Overworld · Wild Zone 4. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
- Step 2Evolve into Watchog
No wild encounters for Patrat in Sun & Moon. Bring Patrat over from Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, or Legends: Z-A, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Patrat in SM
- Step 1Patrat ✓BREEDINGAvailableLeave Watchog with a compatible partner at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Patrat egg.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black & WhiteNot TradeableAppears in Black & White via Walking · Route 1. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black 2 & White 2Not TradeableAppears in Black 2 & White 2 via Walking · Route 19. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Legends: Z-ANot TradeableAppears in Legends: Z-A via Overworld · Wild Zone 4. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
- Step 2Evolve into Watchog
No wild encounters for Patrat in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire. Bring Patrat over from Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, or Legends: Z-A, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Patrat in ORAS
Step 1Patrat ✓LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black & WhiteNot TradeableAppears in Black & White via Walking · Route 1. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black 2 & White 2Not TradeableAppears in Black 2 & White 2 via Walking · Route 19. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Legends: Z-ANot TradeableAppears in Legends: Z-A via Overworld · Wild Zone 4. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Evolve into Watchog
Base Stats
Patrat's stats barely vary. None sit in respectable range with no real gaps. It's a blank slate for EV investment. Worth 1 Attack EV, medium-fast 1M XP curve to max.
Extremely cautious, one of them will always be on the lookout, but it won’t notice a foe coming from behind.
Patrat Guide
Patrat does the job early-game if you need a Normal type on your team. Evolve it into Watchog before the later gyms and it holds up fine through the story.
Game Availability
Introduced in Black & White, Patrat has appeared in 7 games across 6 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
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 5BWDebut
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