Seaking punches above its weight class thanks to Swift Swim. It doubles its Speed in rain, which is enough to make up for stats that don't impress on their own. Only weak to Electric and Grass. Known as the Goldfish Pokemon.
Nothing fancy in Seaking's spread. It leans physical with Attack out front. And you'll get 2 Attack EVs per KO for it. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It makes its nest by hollowing out boulders in streams with its horn. The Pokémon defends its eggs with its life.
To protect its family, it will fight with its drill-sharp horn. It lives in hollowed rocks in streams.
Seaking Weakness
GoodSeaking's Water typing leaves it vulnerable to Electric and Grass moves. The Water typing picks up 4 resistances to work with. Lightning Rod grants an additional Electric immunity, reshaping the matchup chart. With 80 HP and balanced defenses, Seaking can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
Seaking is what Goldeen becomes. Breed it for Goldeen eggs (average hatch time). A decent partner pool for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolution from Goldeen pushed Seaking to 450 total stats. HP saw the largest single gain at +35.
How to Evolve
Breed with Seaking to get Goldeen eggs easily using 34 partners from the Water2 egg group.
Lightningrod helps Seaking stick around while dealing real damage. Assault Vest for a special bulk boost with no status moves allowed, max HP and Sp. Atk EVs for the right balance, and Surf as the main threat. Not the fastest, but it doesn't need to be.
Best Build
Best Seaking Moveset
- Icy Wind
- Surf
- Drill Run
- Signal Beam
The level-up pool tells the story here. Seaking learns Megahorn and Blizzard naturally, plus enough variety that TMs feel like bonuses. Flying and Normal coverage and more extends the reach beyond that.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Breadth over depth defines this movepool. Seaking won't stack one type's damage ceiling, but coverage across 10 types means it always has an effective option. Hydro Pump and Muddy Water anchor the STAB core.
The level-up pool tells the story here. Seaking learns Skull Bash and Megahorn naturally, plus enough variety that TMs feel like bonuses. Coverage across 7 types extends the reach beyond that.
The natural movepool does the job, but Aqua Tail and Body Slam from the egg pool give Seaking something extra. Pair those with Hydro Pump and Surf for STAB and coverage across 9 types for reach, and the kit fills out nicely.
Seaking is available from mid-game fishing spots onward at high spawn rates. 24 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 Seaking in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
Goldeen is your first catch on the way to Seaking. You'll find fishing encounters from Lv. 10-50 across 48 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch GoldeenEASYLake AcuityBrilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyWaterEASYLake AcuityShining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyWaterEASYLake ValorBrilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyWaterEASYLake ValorShining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyWaterEASYLake VerityShining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyWaterEASYLake VerityBrilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyWaterEASYResort AreaShining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyFacilityEASYResort AreaBrilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyFacilityEASYRoute 203Shining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 203Brilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 204 - NorthShining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 204 - NorthBrilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 204 - SouthShining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 204 - SouthBrilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 209Shining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 209Brilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 212 - NorthShining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 212 - NorthBrilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 214Shining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 214Brilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyRouteEASYSendoff SpringShining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyEASYSendoff SpringBrilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyEASYTwinleaf TownBrilliant DiamondGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyCityEASYTwinleaf TownShining PearlGood RodLv.10-2535%EarlyCity
Step 2Seaking ✓EASYLake AcuityBrilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidWaterEASYLake AcuityShining PearlSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidWaterEASYLake ValorBrilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidWaterEASYLake ValorShining PearlSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidWaterEASYLake VerityShining PearlSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidWaterEASYLake VerityBrilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidWaterEASYResort AreaShining PearlSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidFacilityEASYResort AreaBrilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidFacilityEASYRoute 203Shining PearlSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidRouteEASYRoute 203Brilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidRouteEASYRoute 204 - NorthShining PearlSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidRouteEASYRoute 204 - NorthBrilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidRouteEASYRoute 204 - SouthShining PearlSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidRouteEASYRoute 204 - SouthBrilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidRouteEASYRoute 209Shining PearlSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidRouteEASYRoute 209Brilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidRouteEASYRoute 212 - NorthShining PearlSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidRouteEASYRoute 212 - NorthBrilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidRouteEASYRoute 214Shining PearlSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidRouteEASYRoute 214Brilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidRouteEASYSendoff SpringShining PearlSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidEASYSendoff SpringBrilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidEASYTwinleaf TownBrilliant DiamondSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidCityEASYTwinleaf TownShining PearlSuper RodLv.20-5035%MidCityor evolve from Goldeen (Step 1)
No wild encounters for Seaking. The 2-stage line runs through Goldeen, which you can catch at solid rates from the locations below. Evolve at level 33 once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Seaking in Sword & Shield
Goldeen is your first catch on the way to Seaking. You'll find surfing and fishing encounters from Lv. 7-45 across 88 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch GoldeenEASYForest of FocusSwordSuper RodLv.13-1840%EarlyForestEASYForest of FocusShieldSuper RodLv.13-1840%EarlyForestEASYWest Lake AxewellSwordSuper RodLv.7-1135%EarlyCaveEASYWest Lake AxewellShieldSuper RodLv.7-1135%EarlyCaveMODERATEEast Lake AxewellSwordSuper RodLv.8-1225%EarlyCaveMODERATEEast Lake AxewellShieldSuper RodLv.8-1225%EarlyCaveCHALLENGINGRoute 4SwordSuper RodLv.13-1510%EarlyRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 4ShieldSuper RodLv.13-1510%EarlyRouteEASYGiant's CapSwordSuper RodLv.26-2850%MidEASYGiant's CapShieldSuper RodLv.26-2850%MidCHALLENGINGRoute 5ShieldSuper RodLv.16-1810%MidRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 5SwordSuper RodLv.16-1810%MidRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 6SwordSuper RodLv.28-3010%MidRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 6ShieldSuper RodLv.28-3010%MidRouteEFFORTLESSWest Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.38-4060%LateCaveOvercastEFFORTLESSWest Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.38-4060%LateCaveOvercastEFFORTLESSSouth Lake MilochSwordSurfing on waterLv.41-4460%LateWaterRainingEFFORTLESSSouth Lake MilochShieldSurfing on waterLv.41-4460%LateWaterRainingEFFORTLESSSouth Lake MilochSwordSurfing on waterLv.41-4460%LateWaterNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSSouth Lake MilochShieldSurfing on waterLv.41-4460%LateWaterNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSNorth Lake MilochShieldSurfing on waterLv.42-4560%LateWaterThunderstormEFFORTLESSNorth Lake MilochSwordSurfing on waterLv.42-4560%LateWaterThunderstormEFFORTLESSBridge FieldShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-4355%LateNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSBridge FieldSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-4355%LateNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSEast Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-4355%LateCaveSandstormEFFORTLESSEast Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-4355%LateCaveSandstormEASYBridge FieldSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-4345%LateRainingEASYBridge FieldShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-4345%LateRainingEASYBridge FieldSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-4340%LateHeavy FogEASYBridge FieldSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-4340%LateOvercastEASYBridge FieldShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-4340%LateHeavy FogEASYBridge FieldShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-4340%LateOvercastEASYBridge FieldSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-4335%LateSandstormEASYBridge FieldShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-4335%LateSandstormEASYBridge FieldSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-4330%LateThunderstormEASYBridge FieldShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-4330%LateThunderstormEASYNorth Lake MilochSwordSurfing on waterLv.42-4528%LateWaterRainingEASYNorth Lake MilochShieldSurfing on waterLv.42-4528%LateWaterRainingEASYWest Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.38-4025%LateCaveSandstormEASYWest Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.38-4025%LateCaveRainingEASYWest Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.38-4025%LateCaveSandstormEASYWest Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.38-4025%LateCaveHeavy FogEASYWest Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.38-4025%LateCaveRainingEASYWest Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.38-4025%LateCaveHeavy FogEASYWest Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.38-4025%LateCaveNormal WeatherEASYWest Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.38-4025%LateCaveNormal WeatherEASYBridge FieldSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-4325%LateIntense SunEASYBridge FieldShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-4325%LateIntense SunEASYEast Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-4325%LateCaveOvercastEASYEast Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-4325%LateCaveOvercastEASYSouth Lake MilochShieldSurfing on waterLv.41-4425%LateWaterThunderstormEASYSouth Lake MilochSwordSurfing on waterLv.41-4425%LateWaterSnowingEASYSouth Lake MilochShieldSurfing on waterLv.41-4425%LateWaterSnowingEASYSouth Lake MilochSwordSurfing on waterLv.41-4425%LateWaterThunderstormEASYNorth Lake MilochSwordSurfing on waterLv.42-4525%LateWaterSandstormEASYNorth Lake MilochShieldSurfing on waterLv.42-4525%LateWaterSandstormMODERATEBridge FieldSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-4320%LateSnowingMODERATEBridge FieldShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-4320%LateSnowingMODERATEEast Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-4315%LateCaveSnowstormMODERATEEast Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-4315%LateCaveSnowstormMODERATEEast Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-4315%LateCaveRainingMODERATEEast Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-4315%LateCaveRainingCHALLENGINGWest Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.38-4010%LateCaveThunderstormCHALLENGINGWest Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.38-4010%LateCaveIntense SunCHALLENGINGWest Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.38-4010%LateCaveThunderstormCHALLENGINGWest Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.38-4010%LateCaveIntense SunCHALLENGINGBridge FieldShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-4310%LateSnowstormCHALLENGINGBridge FieldSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-4310%LateSnowstormCHALLENGINGEast Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-4310%LateCaveHeavy FogCHALLENGINGEast Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-4310%LateCaveHeavy FogCHALLENGINGSouth Lake MilochShieldSurfing on waterLv.41-4410%LateWaterIntense SunCHALLENGINGSouth Lake MilochSwordSurfing on waterLv.41-4410%LateWaterSandstormCHALLENGINGSouth Lake MilochShieldSurfing on waterLv.41-4410%LateWaterSandstormCHALLENGINGSouth Lake MilochSwordSurfing on waterLv.41-4410%LateWaterSnowstormCHALLENGINGSouth Lake MilochShieldSurfing on waterLv.41-4410%LateWaterSnowstormCHALLENGINGSouth Lake MilochSwordSurfing on waterLv.41-4410%LateWaterIntense SunHARDWest Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.38-405%LateCaveSnowstormHARDWest Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.38-405%LateCaveSnowstormHARDEast Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-435%LateCaveNormal WeatherHARDEast Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-435%LateCaveNormal WeatherHARDEast Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-435%LateCaveThunderstormHARDEast Lake AxewellSwordSurfing on waterLv.40-435%LateCaveIntense SunHARDEast Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-435%LateCaveThunderstormHARDEast Lake AxewellShieldSurfing on waterLv.40-435%LateCaveIntense SunHARDSouth Lake MilochSwordSurfing on waterLv.41-445%LateWaterHeavy FogHARDSouth Lake MilochSwordSurfing on waterLv.41-445%LateWaterOvercastHARDSouth Lake MilochShieldSurfing on waterLv.41-445%LateWaterHeavy FogHARDSouth Lake MilochShieldSurfing on waterLv.41-445%LateWaterOvercast
Step 2Seaking ✓
Seaking starts showing up in early-game water routes at moderate 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 Seaking in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
Goldeen is your first catch on the way to Seaking. You'll find surfing encounters from Lv. 11-16 across 4 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch GoldeenEASYRoute 6Let's Go PikachuSurfing on waterLv.11-1645%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 6Let's Go EeveeSurfing on waterLv.11-1645%EarlyRoute
Step 2Seaking ✓CHALLENGINGRoute 6Let's Go PikachuSurfing on waterLv.11-1610%EarlyRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 6Let's Go EeveeSurfing on waterLv.11-1610%EarlyRouteor evolve from Goldeen (Step 1)
moderate rates for Seaking across 12 locations in early-game fishing spots. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Seaking in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
The path to Seaking starts with Goldeen at Lv. 10-33 via fishing encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch GoldeenEASYBrooklet Hill - NorthUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-1630%EarlyEASYBrooklet Hill - NorthUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-1630%EarlyEASYBrooklet Hill - SouthUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-1630%EarlyEASYBrooklet Hill - SouthUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-1630%EarlyEASYMalie GardenUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-2830%EarlyForestEASYMalie GardenUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-2830%EarlyForestMODERATEBrooklet Hill - NorthUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-2125%EarlyShaking spotMODERATEBrooklet Hill - NorthUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-2125%EarlyShaking spotMODERATEBrooklet Hill - SouthUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-2125%EarlyShaking spotMODERATEBrooklet Hill - SouthUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-2125%EarlyShaking spotMODERATEMalie GardenUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-3320%EarlyForestShaking spotMODERATEMalie GardenUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-3320%EarlyForestShaking spot
Step 2Seaking ✓Brooklet Hill - NorthUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-21EarlySOS from GoldeenBrooklet Hill - NorthUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-16EarlySOS from GoldeenBrooklet Hill - NorthUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-21EarlySOS from GoldeenBrooklet Hill - NorthUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-16EarlySOS from GoldeenBrooklet Hill - SouthUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-21EarlySOS from GoldeenBrooklet Hill - SouthUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-16EarlySOS from GoldeenBrooklet Hill - SouthUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-21EarlySOS from GoldeenBrooklet Hill - SouthUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-16EarlySOS from GoldeenMalie GardenUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-33EarlyForestSOS from GoldeenMalie GardenUltra SunSuper RodLv.10-28EarlyForestSOS from GoldeenMalie GardenUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-33EarlyForestSOS from GoldeenMalie GardenUltra MoonSuper RodLv.10-28EarlyForestSOS from Goldeenor evolve from Goldeen (Step 1)
Seaking looks average on paper at 450 BST. But Swift Swim is why it sees play — build around that and it pulls its weight. C-Tier on our tier list.
Goldeen evolves into Seaking at level 33. Seaking is the fully evolved form. It sits at 450 BST in its evolved form.
Seaking gets Swift Swim, Water Veil, and Lightning Rod. But Swift Swim is the one that matters — it's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that.
Seaking is a physical attacker with base 92 Attack. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. But the speed tells the real story — at base 68 Speed, it won't be moving first often.
Seaking appears in 19 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Present since Red & Blue, Seaking appears in 19 games spanning 9 generations. Gen 1 originals like Seaking have the longest track record of availability in the series.
- 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 VIISM
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