Raticate Best Moveset
Fast enough at 97 Speed with AbilityGuts converting status into raw Attack power. 81 base Attack climbs to usable levels under a burn, and the moveset runs Normal TermStab with coverage at that pace. 55 HP across modest defenses limits this to hitting hard once or twice before folding.
97 Speed and Super Fang cut HP in half in Gen I (Red & Blue). Hyper Fang hit hard too. Raticate was fast, frail, and did its damage before fainting.
Best Moves
Best Build
Utility Moveset
- Super Fang
- Hyper Beam
- Quick Attack
- Blizzard
Recommended Teammates
New Pokemon outclassed the simple formula in Gen II (Gold & Silver). 81 Attack was falling behind as power levels rose across the format.
Utility Moveset
- Super Fang
- Shadow Ball
- Body Slam
- Ice Beam
Recommended Teammates
Guts boosted Attack by 50% when statused in Gen III (Ruby & Sapphire). Flame Orb plus Guts Facade hit hard. Raticate finally had real power, if it survived long enough.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Thunder Wave
- Endeavor
- Double Edge
- Super Fang
Recommended Teammates
Same Guts strategy in Gen IV (Diamond & Pearl). Swords Dance into Facade and Sucker Punch. The set worked, but 55 HP and 60 Defense meant one solid hit ended it.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Facade
- Protect
- U Turn
- Sucker Punch
Recommended Teammates
Fell in Gen V (Black & White). Guts Facade wasn't unique anymore. Faster physical attackers with better bulk ran the same strategy from higher stats.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Sucker Punch
- Facade
- Quick Attack
- U Turn
Recommended Teammates
Dropped further in Gen VI (X & Y). Power creep hit Normal-types hardest since they had no super-effective coverage to lean on. Raticate's gimmick was old news.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Facade
- Crunch
- Pursuit
- Swords Dance
Recommended Teammates
Alolan Raticate arrived as Dark/Normal in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). The original Kantonian form stayed at the bottom. Both versions ended up in the lowest tiers anyway.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Sucker Punch
- Facade
- Quick Attack
- U Turn
Recommended Teammates
Raticate Weakness
Raticate is weak to Fighting. On the flip side, it's immune to Ghost-type moves entirely. Raticate's Normal typing only leaves 1 gap to cover.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
What is Raticate Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Raticate
Machamp can KO Raticate with Close Combat (260-306%).
 Machamp Fighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityNoguard ItemFlame Orb NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Raticate View Machamp builds →Bullet Punch29-34% Close Combat 2x260-306%KO Stone Edge72-85% | ||
Evolution
Raticate is what Rattata becomes. Breed it for Rattata eggs (quick to hatch). A massive partner pool for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are quick to hatch. The evolution from Rattata pushed Raticate to 413 total stats. Sp.Def saw the largest single gain at +35. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Raticate to get Rattata eggs easily using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
How to Get Raticate
high spawn rates across 14 locations for Raticate in endgame routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Raticate in BDSP
The path to Raticate starts with Rattata at Lv. 20-63 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch RattataRoute 225Lv.20-22GrassRate 5%Route 226Lv.20-22GrassRate 5%Grassland CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameRiverbank CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameSpacious CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameStill-Water CavernLv.58-63CavePost-gameSunlit CavernLv.58-63CavePost-game
Step 2Raticate ✓Route 225Lv.50-52GrassRate 30%Route 226Lv.51-52GrassRate 30%Grassland CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameRiverbank CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameSpacious CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameStill-Water CavernLv.58-63CavePost-gameSunlit CavernLv.58-63CavePost-gameor evolve from Rattata (Step 1)
decent spawn rates for Raticate across 22 locations in early-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Raticate in LGPE
The path to Raticate starts with Rattata at Lv. 3-44 via walking and trade encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch RattataRoute 3Lv.3-8GrassLet's Go EeveeRate 40%Route 4Lv.7-12GrassLet's Go EeveeRate 35%Route 1Lv.3-4GrassRate 30%Route 22Lv.3-4GrassRate 30%Route 3Lv.3-8GrassLet's Go PikachuRate 30%Route 5Lv.11-16GrassRate 30%Route 4Lv.7-12GrassLet's Go PikachuRate 25%Route 11Lv.13-18GrassRate 25%Route 2 - Area 1Lv.3-4GrassRate 20%Route 2 - Area 2Lv.3-8GrassRate 20%Route 6Lv.11-16GrassRate 20%Cerulean CityLv.12In-game tradeTrade for (give Rattata)Route 9Lv.17-22GrassRate 20%Route 10Lv.18-23GrassRate 15%Route 7Lv.22-27GrassRate 15%Route 8Lv.22-27GrassRate 15%Pokémon Mansion - 1FLv.39-44FloorRate 20%Pokémon Mansion - 2FLv.39-44FloorRate 20%Route 16Lv.31-36GrassRate 15%Route 18Lv.33-38GrassRate 15%Route 21Lv.37-42GrassRate 10%Route 17Lv.33-38GrassRate 5%
Step 2Raticate ✓Route 11Lv.13-18GrassRate 10%Route 7Lv.22-27GrassRate 15%Route 8Lv.22-27GrassRate 15%Route 9Lv.17-22GrassRate 10%Route 10Lv.18-23GrassRate 10%Route 21Lv.37-42GrassRate 20%Pokémon Mansion - 1FLv.39-44FloorRate 20%Pokémon Mansion - 2FLv.39-44FloorRate 20%Route 16Lv.31-36GrassRate 15%Route 18Lv.33-38GrassRate 15%Route 17Lv.33-38GrassRate 5%or evolve from Rattata (Step 1)
Raticate's scattered across 33 spots in mid-game routes with high spawn rates. Check the list below for the closest location to wherever you are in the game. This one's quick.
Where To Catch Raticate in USUM
Rattata is your first catch on the way to Raticate. You'll find walking and gift encounters from Lv. 2-57 across 54 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch RattataVerdant Cavern - Trial SiteLv.10CaveUltra MoonRate 100%Shaking spotRoute 1 - WestLv.2-3GrassRate 35%NightKala'e BayLv.15-18GrassRate 30%NightRoute 1 - EastLv.2-3GrassRate 20%NightRoute 1 - SouthLv.11-14GrassRate 20%NightRoute 2 - SouthLv.6-9GrassRate 10%NightRoute 2 - NorthLv.7-10GrassRate 10%NightRoute 4Lv.11-14GrassRate 10%NightRoute 6 - NorthLv.14-17GrassRate 10%NightRoute 6 - SouthLv.14-17GrassRate 10%NightRoute 8Lv.17-20GrassRate 30%Night
Step 2Raticate ✓Route 10Lv.26-29GrassRate 30%NightRoute 14Lv.30-33GrassRate 30%NightRoute 15Lv.30-33GrassRate 30%NightTapu VillageLv.30-33GrassRate 30%NightAkala OutskirtsLv.21-24GrassRate 20%NightMount Lanakila - BaseLv.30-33CaveRate 20%NightRoute 8Lv.17-20GrassNightSOS from Rattata (Alolan Rattata)Heahea BeachLv.20Gift from NPCUltra MoonTotem gift (20 stickers)Route 16 - EastLv.32-35GrassRate 30%NightRoute 16 - WestLv.32-35GrassRate 20%NightRoute 17 - NortheastLv.33-36GrassRate 20%NightRoute 17 - WestLv.33-36GrassRate 20%NightPoni Plains - CenterLv.54-57GrassRate 70%NightShaking spotPoni Plains - CenterLv.54-57GrassRate 30%NightPoni Plains - EastLv.54-57GrassRate 30%NightPoni Plains - NorthLv.54-57GrassRate 30%NightPoni Plains - WestLv.54-57GrassRate 10%Nightor evolve from Rattata (Step 1)
high spawn rates in mid-game routes across 36 locations. Raticate's one of the easier catches on the list. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Raticate in SM
The path to Raticate starts with Rattata at Lv. 2-59 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
- Step 1Catch RattataRoute 1 - EastLv.2-3GrassRate 30%NightRoute 1 - WestLv.3-5GrassRate 30%NightRoute 1 - Hau'oli OutskirtsLv.5-7GrassRate 30%NightRoute 1 - SouthLv.10-13GrassRate 30%NightKala'e BayLv.15-18GrassRate 30%NightHau'oli City - Shopping DistrictLv.5-8GrassRate 20%NightRoute 2 - NorthLv.9-10GrassRate 10%NightShaking spotRoute 2 - SouthLv.9-10GrassRate 10%NightShaking spotRoute 3 - NorthLv.9-12GrassRate 10%NightRoute 3 - SouthLv.9-12GrassRate 10%NightRoute 4Lv.11-14GrassRate 10%NightRoute 6 - NorthLv.14-17GrassRate 10%NightRoute 6 - SouthLv.14-17GrassRate 10%NightRoute 8Lv.17-20GrassRate 30%Night
- Step 2Raticate ✓Akala OutskirtsLv.20-23GrassRate 30%NightRoute 10Lv.24-27GrassRate 30%NightRoute 14Lv.28-31GrassRate 30%NightTapu VillageLv.28-31GrassRate 30%NightRoute 15Lv.30-33GrassRate 30%NightRoute 16Lv.30-33GrassRate 30%NightMalie City - Outer CapeLv.24-27GrassRate 20%NightRoute 11Lv.24-27GrassRate 20%NightRoute 17 - NortheastLv.31-34GrassRate 30%NightRoute 17 - WestLv.31-34GrassRate 30%NightAncient Poni PathLv.40-43GrassRate 30%NightPoni WildsLv.40-43GrassRate 30%NightPoni GroveLv.52-55GrassRate 30%NightPoni Plains - CenterLv.54-57GrassRate 30%NightShaking spotPoni Plains - EastLv.54-57GrassRate 30%NightPoni Plains - NorthLv.54-57GrassRate 30%NightPoni GauntletLv.56-59GrassRate 30%NightPoni Plains - WestLv.54-57GrassRate 10%Nightor evolve from Rattata (Step 1)
Base Stats
Nothing fancy in Raticate's spread. It leans physical with Speed out front. And you'll get 2 Speed EVs per KO for it. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It whittles down its constantly growing fangs by gnawing on hard things. It can chew apart cinder block walls.
Raticate Guide
Raticate's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Raticate can work for a story run. 413 BST is average, but Normal typing fills a niche depending on your team composition.
Raticate brings 413 BST to the table. C-Tier on our list: a situational pick that fills a niche.
Run Away is the go-to ability for Raticate. It ensures success fleeing from wild battles. Its hidden ability Hustle can work in specific setups. Guts is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
Raticate is a physical attacker with base 81 Attack. Speed tells the real story. Base 97 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many.
Game Availability
Available since Red & Blue, Raticate appears in 18 games spanning 10 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained an Alolan form in Generation 7.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1RBDebut
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 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SMAlolan
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