Defense leads and Speed gets almost nothing. That's Registeel's stat line in a nutshell. 3 stats sit in respectable range, but the spread is brutal. Near-impossible to catch and yields 3 Defense and Sp. Def EVs.
Tempered by pressure underground over tens of thousands of years, its body cannot be scratched.
Tempered by pressure underground over tens of thousands of years, its body cannot be scratched.
Registeel's Steel typing leaves it vulnerable to Fire, Fighting, and Ground. It shrugs off Poison-type attacks completely. With 10 resistances, the defensive profile is strong. Registeel's overall bulk (80/150/150) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Fighting, Ground |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Normal, Grass, Ice, Flying, Psychic, Bug, Rock, Dragon, Steel, Fairy |
| 0x (Immune) | Poison |
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Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemAssault Vest NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Registeel View Cyclizar builds →Rapid Spin4-4% U Turn3-4% Knock Off6-8% Draco Meteor11-13% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityShielddust ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Registeel View Ribombee builds →Moonblast12-13% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySynchronize ItemLeftovers NatureCalm Moves View Umbreon builds →
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 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityProtean ItemChoice Band NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Registeel View Meowscarada builds →Knock Off22-26% U Turn8-9% Play Rough10-12% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityNatural Cure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves View Blissey builds →
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You can't breed Registeel or evolve it into anything else. This Steel legendary packs 580 stats and doesn't need a chain to be relevant. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Stealth Rock is the priority every time Registeel comes in. Impish nature and HP-heavy investment EVs keep it alive long enough to get layers down, while Leftovers provides passive recovery each turn. Clearbody rounds it out.
Best Build
Registeel best EVs are HP and Defense
Hazard Setter Moveset
- Body Press
- Stealth Rock
- Heavy Slam
- Iron Defense
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Wall Moveset
- Body Press
- Iron Defense
- Thunder Wave
- Stealth Rock
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Tank Moveset
- Body Press
- Iron Defense
- Protect
- Heavy Slam
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Body Press
- Iron Defense
- Heavy Slam
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Wall Moveset
- Body Press
- Iron Defense
- Thunder Wave
- Stealth Rock
Recommended Teammates
Wall Moveset
- Body Press
- Iron Defense
- Amnesia
- Rest
Recommended Teammates
Hazard Setter Moveset
- Stealth Rock
- Seismic Toss
- Body Press
- Iron Defense
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Iron Defense
- Body Press
- Heavy Slam
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Wall Moveset
- Body Press
- Iron Defense
- Amnesia
- Rest
Recommended Teammates
Hazard Setter Moveset
- Stealth Rock
- Seismic Toss
- Body Press
- Iron Defense
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Iron Defense
- Body Press
- Heavy Slam
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Tank Moveset
- Thunderbolt
- Flash Cannon
- Ancient Power
- Toxic
Recommended Teammates
Wall Moveset
- Seismic Toss
- Toxic
- Protect
- Stealth Rock
Moves
Level-up moves are just the starting point for Registeel. TMs unlock coverage across 8 types and turn a straightforward STAB kit around Steel Beam and Flash Cannon into something with actual range.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Level-up moves are just the starting point for Registeel. TMs unlock coverage across 8 types and turn a straightforward STAB kit around Flash Cannon and Iron Head into something with actual range.
Level-up moves are just the starting point for Registeel. TMs unlock coverage across 8 types and turn a straightforward STAB kit around Steel Roller and Flash Cannon into something with actual range.
Leveling does the heavy lifting. Registeel picks up Explosion and Hammer Arm along the way, building toward a complete offensive set. TMs add coverage across 9 types, but the foundation's already strong by then.
Registeel can't be caught in Scarlet & Violet. Bring it over from Ruby, Emerald, or Ultra Sun instead. The encounter info below covers the source games.
Registeel can't be caught in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Bring it over from Ruby, Emerald, or Ultra Sun instead. The encounter info below covers the source games.
Registeel can't be caught in Sword & Shield. Bring it over from Ruby, Emerald, or Ultra Sun instead. The encounter info below covers the source games.
Registeel waits at a fixed spot in this game. Head to Ultra Space Wilds for a one-time encounter. No random spawns or encounter rates involved — it's a set battle at a known location.
Best Locations to Catch Registeel in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
At 580 BST, Registeel is built different. We rank it B-Tier. As a Legendary Pokemon, the raw stats back up the reputation. Best used as a wall.
Clear Body prevents stats from being lowered by other Pokémon. That's the one you want on Registeel. Light Metal is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses.
Base 50 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. On offense, Registeel is leaning toward the physical side (base 75 Attack). Defensively? Tanky enough to absorb a few hits. Best used as a wall.
Run Bodypress, Stealth Rock, Heavyslam, and Iron Defense on Registeel. Bodypress is the most common pick at 23% usage. This set covers the wall role with a mix of damage and utility.
First obtainable in Ruby & Sapphire, Registeel has been featured in 15 titles across 8 generations. Legendary status means a single encounter per playthrough in most games.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RSDebut
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves