Slowbro is technically a pre-evolution of its evolution, but it holds its own in formats where Eviolite is allowed. 5 type weaknesses to keep in mind. Flexible enough to run physical or special sets. A longtime staple going back to Gen 1.
The stat bars tell the story: Defense carries everything and Speed's dead weight. But this Hermit Crab Pokemon still yields 2 Defense EVs per fight on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
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Slowbro Weakness
VulnerableSlowbro is weak to Electric, Grass, Bug, Ghost, and Dark-type moves. It resists 6 types, so it can switch into a lot of moves safely. Slowbro's physical bulk (base 110 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
- 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
Slowpoke's line splits into 2 evolutions, and Slowbro is the level-up path. Each sibling form needs a different method to obtain. Breed through Slowpoke to get eggs. Slowbro and Slowking share the same 490 total stats, but they're distributed differently. Check the comparison below to see where each one specializes.
How to Evolve
Breed with Slowbro to get Slowpoke eggs easily using 36 partners from the Monster and Water1 egg groups. Notable egg moves include Belly Drum, Future Sight, Safeguard and 1 more.
Slowbro runs a standard attacker set. A nature nature with flexible EVs EVs shapes the build, while Leftovers brings passive recovery each turn. An ability supports the kit from the background.
Best Build
Best Slowbro Moveset
- Thunder Wave
- Surf
- Rest
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Breeding opens up real options for Slowbro. Belly Drum and Future Sight come exclusively from egg moves, and they're worth the effort. The rest of the kit covers basics through Future Sight and Dream Eater and coverage across 9 types.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
decent spawn rates across 1 locations for Slowbro in mid-game water 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 Slowbro in Crystal
The path to Slowbro starts with Slowpoke at Lv. 6-24 via surfing and walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch SlowpokeEASYSlowpoke Well - 1FSurfing on waterLv.10-24CommonEarlyCaveEASYSlowpoke Well - B1FSurfing on waterLv.15-24CommonEarlyCaveEASYSlowpoke Well - 1FGrassLv.6-8UncommonEarlyCaveEASYTohjo FallsSurfing on waterLv.20-24CommonMidWaterEASYSlowpoke Well - B1FGrassLv.21-23UncommonMidCaveEASYTohjo FallsGrassLv.21-23UncommonMidWater- Step 2Slowbro ✓MODERATESlowpoke Well - B1FSurfing on waterLv.20-24UncommonMidCaveor evolve from Slowpoke (Step 1)
At 490 BST, Slowbro is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Slowking before bringing it to any serious fight.
Slowbro's biggest threats include Jolteon (Electric), Exeggutor (Grass), and Scyther (Bug), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Ghost and Dark-type attackers are also a problem. With 5 weakness types, most competitive teams carry at least one counter. At base 30 Speed, Slowbro won't outrun any of these threats so switching to a resist is usually the safer play.
Slowbro is a special attacker with base 100 Sp. Atk. Tanky enough to absorb a few hits, too. But the speed tells the real story — base 30 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. Fits the tank role.
Slowbro appears in 21 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Available since Red & Blue, Slowbro appears in 21 games spanning 9 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained a Mega form in Generation 7 and a Galarian form in Generation 8.
- 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 VIORASMega
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwShGalarian
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A