Free switch-ins on Ghost moves make Raticate useful in any team that needs that coverage. Only 1 weaknesses keeps it safe in most matchups. Built to hit on the physical side. A longtime staple going back to Gen 1.
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.
The webs on its hind legs enable it to cross rivers. It searches wide areas for food.
Raticate Weakness
GoodRaticate is weak to Fighting-type moves. On the flip side, it's immune to Ghost-type moves entirely. Raticate's Normal typing only leaves 1 gap to cover.
- Dark and Steel types added — Fairy does not exist yet
- Moves are Physical or Special based on type, not per move
- Special stat split into Sp.Atk and Sp.Def
Raticate is what Rattata becomes. Breed it for Rattata eggs (quick to hatch). Plenty of partners 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.
How to Evolve
Breed with Raticate to get Rattata eggs easily using 66 partners from the Ground egg group. Notable egg moves include Bite, Counter, Flame Wheel and 3 more.
For an attacker, Raticate wants flexible EVs EVs and Leftovers. The a nature nature tilts toward balanced duty, and an ability contributes without taking a move slot.
Best Build
Best Raticate Moveset
- Super Fang
- Shadow Ball
- Body Slam
- Ice Beam
Recommended Teammates
Egg moves make a real difference. Raticate gets Bite and Counter exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Coverage across 8 types rounds out the picture alongside Hyper Beam and Hyper Fang.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Raticate's scattered across 30 spots in early-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 Crystal
To get Raticate, start by catching Rattata through walking encounters at Lv. 2-30. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch RattataEFFORTLESSRoute 29GrassLv.2-3CommonEarlyRouteNightEFFORTLESSRoute 46GrassLv.2-3CommonEarlyRouteNightEFFORTLESSRoute 1GrassLv.2-3CommonEarlyRouteNightEFFORTLESSRoute 1GrassLv.2CommonEarlyRouteMorning/dayEFFORTLESSSprout TowerGrassLv.3-6CommonEarlyBuildingMorning/dayEFFORTLESSRoute 22GrassLv.3-7CommonEarlyRouteNightEFFORTLESSRoute 22GrassLv.3CommonEarlyRouteMorning/dayEFFORTLESSUnion Cave - 1FGrassLv.4-6CommonEarlyCaveNightEFFORTLESSRoute 32GrassLv.5CommonEarlyRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 3GrassLv.5CommonEarlyRouteMorning/dayEFFORTLESSRoute 3GrassLv.5-10CommonEarlyRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 4GrassLv.5CommonEarlyRouteMorning/dayEFFORTLESSRoute 4GrassLv.5-10CommonEarlyRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 33GrassLv.6CommonEarlyRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 33GrassLv.7CommonEarlyRouteNightEFFORTLESSRoute 34GrassLv.11CommonEarlyRouteEFFORTLESSBurned Tower - 1FGrassLv.13-15CommonEarlyBuildingEFFORTLESSRoute 42GrassLv.13CommonEarlyRouteNightEFFORTLESSRoute 6GrassLv.13CommonEarlyRouteMorning/dayEFFORTLESSBurned Tower - B1FGrassLv.14CommonEarlyBuildingEFFORTLESSMt. Mortar - 1F NorthGrassLv.14CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSMt. Mortar - 1F SouthGrassLv.14CommonEarlyCaveEFFORTLESSRoute 9GrassLv.15CommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 46GrassLv.2-3UncommonEarlyRouteMorning/dayEASYSprout TowerGrassLv.3-5UncommonEarlyBuildingNightEASYUnion Cave - 1FGrassLv.4UncommonEarlyCaveMorning/dayEASYUnion Cave - B1FGrassLv.6-8UncommonEarlyCaveEASYRoute 42GrassLv.15UncommonEarlyRouteMorning/dayCHALLENGINGRoute 29GrassLv.2RareEarlyRouteMorning/dayEFFORTLESSRoute 38GrassLv.16CommonMidRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 39GrassLv.16CommonMidRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 7GrassLv.17CommonMidRouteEFFORTLESSTin Tower - 2F-9FGrassLv.20-24CommonMidBuildingMorning/dayEFFORTLESSRoute 21GrassLv.25CommonMidRouteEASYTin Tower - 2F-9FGrassLv.22-24UncommonMidBuildingNightCHALLENGINGRoute 11GrassLv.16RareMidRouteMorning/dayCHALLENGINGTohjo FallsGrassLv.20RareMidWater
Step 2Raticate ✓EFFORTLESSRoute 11GrassLv.13CommonEarlyRouteMorning/dayEFFORTLESSRoute 9GrassLv.15-18CommonEarlyRouteNightEASYRoute 42GrassLv.6-16UncommonEarlyRouteMorning/dayEASYRoute 3GrassLv.10UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 4GrassLv.10UncommonEarlyRouteEASYMt. Mortar - 1F NorthGrassLv.14UncommonEarlyCaveDayEASYMt. Mortar - 1F NorthGrassLv.14UncommonEarlyCaveNightEASYRoute 42GrassLv.15UncommonEarlyRouteNightEASYRoute 10GrassLv.15UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 6GrassLv.15UncommonEarlyRouteMorning/dayEASYRoute 9GrassLv.15UncommonEarlyRouteMorning/dayCHALLENGINGRoute 1GrassLv.6RareEarlyRouteNightCHALLENGINGBurned Tower - 1FGrassLv.15RareEarlyBuildingCHALLENGINGRoute 6GrassLv.15RareEarlyRouteNightEFFORTLESSRoute 38GrassLv.16CommonMidRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 39GrassLv.16CommonMidRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 43GrassLv.16-17CommonMidRouteNightEFFORTLESSTohjo FallsGrassLv.22CommonMidWaterEFFORTLESSRoute 26GrassLv.28-30CommonMidRouteNightEASYRoute 7GrassLv.18UncommonMidRouteMorning/dayEASYRoute 21GrassLv.20UncommonMidRouteEASYUnion Cave - B2FGrassLv.21UncommonMidCaveEASYMt. Mortar - 2FGrassLv.30UncommonMidCaveDayEASYMt. Mortar - 2FGrassLv.30UncommonMidCaveNightEASYRoute 26GrassLv.30UncommonMidRouteMorning/dayEASYRoute 27GrassLv.30UncommonMidRouteCHALLENGINGMt. Mortar - 1F SouthGrassLv.16RareMidCaveCHALLENGINGRoute 11GrassLv.16RareMidRouteNightCHALLENGINGRoute 43GrassLv.17RareMidRouteMorning/dayCHALLENGINGMt. Mortar - B1FGrassLv.18RareMidCaveor evolve from Rattata (Step 1)
Raticate works as a pivot with 413 BST behind it. C-Tier on our list — a situational pick that fills a niche.
Raticate's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Rattata evolves into Raticate at level 20. Raticate is the fully evolved form. It sits at 413 BST in its evolved form.
Raticate is a special attacker with base 50 Sp. Atk. But the speed tells the real story — base 97 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. Fits the pivot role.
Raticate appears in 18 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Available since Red & Blue, Raticate appears in 18 games spanning 9 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained an Alolan form in Generation 7.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
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 VIISMAlolan
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