Is Starmie Good in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Playthrough?
Water/Psychic with speed, Special Attack, and AbilityNatural Cure removing status on switch. Water Stone gives you one of the most versatile Pokemon for the back half of the game. Handles Olivia, Hapu, Kiawe, and Hala without slowing down. Struggles against Nanu and Acerola, but wins everywhere else.
Staryu has the type edge here and should clean up Ilima's team.
Staryu trades roughly evenly with Hala's team.
Lana's team hits Staryu's weaknesses hard.
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Staryu has the type edge here and should clean up Kiawe's team.
Mallow's team hits Staryu's weaknesses hard.
Staryu has the type edge here and should clean up Olivia's team.
Staryu trades roughly evenly with Sophocles's team.
Staryu trades roughly evenly with Acerola's team.
Staryu trades roughly evenly with Nanu's team.
Starmie trades roughly evenly with Mina's team.
Staryu trades roughly evenly with Hapu's team.
Starmie trades roughly evenly with Molayne's team.
Starmie has the type edge here and should clean up Olivia's team.
Starmie trades roughly evenly with Acerola's team.
Starmie trades roughly evenly with Kahili's team.
Starmie trades roughly evenly with Kukui's team.
Catch Starmie on Hano Beach (walking, Lv 22-25). Alternate S.O.S. encounters; UNCOMMON; Called by Staryu.
Catch Staryu on Hano Beach (walking, Lv 22-25).
How to Get Starmie in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Starmie starts showing up in early-game fishing spots at moderate rates across 6 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Starmie in USUM
Staryu is your first catch on the way to Starmie. You'll find fishing, gift, and more encounters from Lv. 10-55 across 18 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch StaryuRoute 7Lv.10-23Super RodRate 35%Shaking spotRoute 7Lv.10-18Super RodRate 5%Hano BeachLv.22-25GrassRate 70%Poké Pelago - Ula'ula Island reachedLv.21-27Gift from NPCPoké Pelago - Poni Island reachedLv.37-43Gift from NPCPoké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedLv.49-55Gift from NPC
Step 2Starmie ✓Route 7Lv.10-23Super RodSOS from StaryuRoute 7Lv.10-18Super RodSOS from StaryuHano BeachLv.22-25GrassSOS from Staryuor evolve from Staryu (Step 1)
Starmie Weakness
Electric, Grass, Bug, Ghost, and Dark moves hit Starmie for super-effective damage. With 6 resistances, the defensive profile is strong. 5 weaknesses means you'll want teammates that can handle the coverage gaps.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Grass, Bug, Ghost, Dark |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Ice, Fighting, Psychic, Steel |
What is Starmie Weak Against
VulnerableBest Pokemon Against Starmie
 Pikachu Electric | C | |
 Magnemite ElectricSteel | C | |
 Vivillon Bug | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Vivillon builds →Struggle Bug 2x50-60% Thief 2x26-32% | ||
 Vullaby Dark | C | |
 Sableye DarkGhost | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Sableye builds →Thief 2x50-60% Shadow Sneak 2x34-42% | ||
 Jolteon Electric | B | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Eevee (Paniola Ranch Gift) | ||
 Vikavolt BugElectric | B | |
Obtain MethodHeahea Beach Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Vikavolt builds →Thunderbolt 2x112-134%KO Bug Bite 2x46-55% Bite 2x31-37% | ||
 Raichu Electric | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Raichu builds →Thunderbolt 2x78-92% Thief 2x35-43% | ||
 Grovyle Grass | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Grovyle builds →Mega Drain 2x66-78% Pursuit 2x20-25% Fury Cutter 2x20-25% | ||
 Flaaffy Electric | C | |
Obtain MethodPoke Pelago Gift | ||
Jolteon Electric | B | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Eevee (Paniola Ranch Gift) | ||
Vikavolt BugElectric | B | |
Obtain MethodHeahea Beach Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Vikavolt builds →Thunderbolt 2x122-145%KO Bug Bite 2x50-60% Bite 2x33-40% | ||
Raichu Electric | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Raichu builds →Thunderbolt 2x85-100%KO Thief 2x38-47% | ||
Grovyle Grass | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Grovyle builds →Mega Drain 2x72-85% Pursuit 2x22-27% Fury Cutter 2x22-27% | ||
Flaaffy Electric | C | |
Obtain MethodPoke Pelago Gift | ||
Jolteon Electric | B | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Eevee (Paniola Ranch Gift) | ||
Vikavolt BugElectric | B | |
Obtain MethodHeahea Beach Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Vikavolt builds →Thunderbolt 2x116-137%KO Energy Ball 2x77-91% Bug Bite 2x47-56% Bite 2x31-37% | ||
Grovyle Grass | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Grovyle builds →Energy Ball 2x76-90% Pursuit 2x21-26% Fury Cutter 2x21-26% | ||
 Ivysaur GrassPoison | C | |
 Masquerain Bug | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Masquerain builds →Energy Ball 2x57-69% Ominous Wind 2x39-46% Thief 2x29-34% Infestation 2x21-26% | ||
Jolteon Electric | B | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Eevee (Paniola Ranch Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Jolteon builds →Thunderbolt 2x95-113%KO Pin Missile 2x14-18% | ||
Vikavolt BugElectric | B | |
Obtain MethodHeahea Beach Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Vikavolt builds →Thunderbolt 2x120-143%KO Energy Ball 2x80-95% Bug Bite 2x48-56% Bite 2x31-38% | ||
Grovyle Grass | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Grovyle builds →Energy Ball 2x79-94% Pursuit 2x21-25% Fury Cutter 2x21-25% | ||
Masquerain Bug | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Masquerain builds →Energy Ball 2x59-70% Ominous Wind 2x40-48% Thief 2x29-35% Infestation 2x21-26% | ||
 Ribombee BugFairy | B | |
Obtain MethodHeahea Beach Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Ribombee builds →Pollen Puff 2x85-101%KO Energy Ball 2x56-68% Thief 2x28-33% | ||
 Decidueye GrassGhost | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Rowlet (Route 1 Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Decidueye builds →Leaf Storm 2x128-152%KO Phantom Force 2x94-111%KO U-turn 2x48-58% | ||
 Aegislash SteelGhost | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Aegislash builds →Shadow Claw 2x41-49% Night Slash 2x28-33% Fury Cutter 2x18-21% | ||
 Golisopod BugWater | B | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Wimpod (Dividing Peak Tunnel Interact Encounter) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Golisopod builds →First Impression 2x107-127%KO Sucker Punch 2x56-66% Shadow Claw 2x56-66% | ||
 Venusaur GrassPoison | C | |
Jolteon Electric | B | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Eevee (Paniola Ranch Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Jolteon builds →Thunderbolt 2x97-114%KO Shadow Ball 2x58-68% Pin Missile 2x13-16% | ||
Ivysaur GrassPoison | C | |
 Torterra GrassGround | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Torterra builds →Wood Hammer 2x121-143%KO Bite 2x41-48% | ||
Decidueye GrassGhost | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Rowlet (Route 1 Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Decidueye builds →Leaf Storm 2x123-145%KO Phantom Force 2x91-108%KO U-turn 2x48-57% Sucker Punch 2x48-57% | ||
Aegislash SteelGhost | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Aegislash builds →Shadow Claw 2x40-48% Night Slash 2x27-32% Fury Cutter 2x17-20% | ||
 Volcarona BugFire | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Volcarona builds →Bug Buzz 2x110-130%KO Absorb 2x33-40% | ||
 Lunala PsychicGhost | S | |
Obtain MethodMahalo Trail Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Lunala builds →Solar Beam 2x163-192%KO Moongeist Beam 2x123-145%KO Thunderbolt 2x74-87% Night Daze 2x70-83% | ||
 Exeggutor GrassPsychic | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Exeggutor builds →Solar Beam 2x226-267%KO Thief 2x37-44% Infestation 2x16-19% | ||
Decidueye GrassGhost | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Rowlet (Route 1 Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Decidueye builds →Solar Beam 2x188-221%KO Phantom Force 2x91-108%KO U-turn 2x48-57% Sucker Punch 2x48-57% | ||
 Sceptile Grass | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Sceptile builds →Solar Beam 2x195-230%KO X-Scissor 2x44-52% Night Slash 2x39-47% | ||
 Lilligant Grass | C | |
Exeggutor GrassPsychic | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Exeggutor builds →Solar Beam 2x231-272%KO Thief 2x37-44% Infestation 2x16-20% | ||
Lunala PsychicGhost | S | |
Obtain MethodMahalo Trail Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Lunala builds →Solar Beam 2x167-197%KO Moongeist Beam 2x127-149%KO Thunderbolt 2x75-89% Night Daze 2x72-84% | ||
 Xurkitree Electric | B | |
Obtain MethodUltra Space Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Xurkitree builds →Solar Beam 2x205-242%KO Thunderbolt 2x140-165%KO Signal Beam 2x77-91% Brutal Swing 2x35-42% | ||
Decidueye GrassGhost | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Rowlet (Route 1 Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Decidueye builds →Solar Beam 2x191-225%KO Phantom Force 2x92-109%KO U-turn 2x48-57% Sucker Punch 2x48-57% | ||
Lilligant Grass | C | |
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Garchomp's Earthquake hits Starmie for 48-57%. Excadrill deals 49-58% with Earthquake.
A | ||
Recommended Build AbilityFlashfire ItemLeftovers NatureCalm Moves View Heatran builds →
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A | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRough Skin ItemRocky Helmet NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Garchomp builds →Earthquake48-57% Stone Edge48-57% | ||
A | ||
Recommended Build AbilityMold Breaker ItemFocus Sash NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Excadrill builds →Earthquake49-58% Rapid Spin25-30% | ||
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilitySturdy ItemRocky Helmet NatureImpish Moves View Skarmory builds →
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B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityPoisonheal ItemToxic Orb NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Starmie View Gliscor builds →Earthquake30-36% | ||
Starmie Evolutions
Getting Starmie requires an evolution item, not just grinding levels. The chain starts at Staryu. Breed this form to get Staryu eggs (average hatch time). HP grew the most through evolution (+30 over Staryu), and Starmie peaks at 520 total stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Starmie is genderless — breed with Ditto to produce Staryu eggs. Part of the Water3 egg group.
Ditto onlyUSUM Starmie Best Moveset
100 Sp. Atk at 115 Speed with AbilityNatural Cure clearing all status on the switch and AbilityAnalytic boosting damage by 30%% when acting last. Water/Psychic TermStab with Ice and Electric coverage hits almost everything for at least neutral damage. MoveRapid Spin clears hazards. The moveset holds A-tier through Speed, coverage, and hazard removal in one slot.
Best Build
Starmie best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Rapid Spin
- Ice Beam
- Scald
- Psyshock
Recommended Teammates
Moves List
Level-up moves are just the starting point for Starmie. TMs unlock coverage across 8 types and turn a straightforward STAB kit around Hydro Pump and Dream Eater into something with actual range.
How to Read the Moves Table
Tabs
- Level-Up
- Learned by leveling up.
- TM
- Taught by a Technical Machine.
- Egg
- Inherited via breeding.
- Tutor
- NPC tutor (cost: items, BP, money).
- Reminder
- An NPC reteaches any move this Pokemon could have learned by leveling up.
- Transfer
- Carried over from an older game using Pokemon HOME.
- Event
- Given out through Mystery Gift events.
Visual Signals
CAT (Category)
How the move deals damage and which stats it uses.
A small dot on the icon's corner marks the move as contact. That triggers abilities like Static, Flame Body, Rough Skin, or Iron Barbs, plus items like Rocky Helmet and Sticky Barb.
Tier (S to D)
Each move's competitive rank in RankedBoost's system. TM, Egg, and Tutor sort by tier by default (best first). On Level-Up, click the Tier header to do the same.
PWR (Power)
Base damage. Numbers shown in a type color include STAB (base × 1.5). Hover any colored number to see the math.
— means no power (status moves) or variable power.
Sorting & Filter
Click any column header to sort. Level-Up opens with Lv 1 at the top. TM, Egg, and Tutor open with the highest-tier moves at the top.
Search filters by move name or type. The Filter button limits the list to STAB, Physical, Special, or Status moves.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Base Stats
Its sparkling core is called “the gem of the sea.” This core can be made into high-priced accessories that are traded in secret.
It rotates its geometrically shaped body to swim through the water. It always seems to be sending out mysterious radio waves.
Starmie Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Guide
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Natural Cure changes the entire equation for Starmie. The 520 BST doesn't tell the full story. Ranked B-Tier as a sweeper. Rapid Spin with Assault Vest is the standard set.
Natural Cure is what you want on Starmie. Every competitive set worth running is built with that ability in mind. The alternatives (Illuminate, Analytic) work on paper but Natural Cure is what makes Starmie worth using. With base 115 Speed, Natural Cure gives Starmie an edge before opponents can react.
Base 115 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. On offense, Starmie is a mixed attacker with base 75 Attack and 100 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two. Best used as a sweeper.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, run Rapid Spin, Ice Beam, Scald, and Psyshock on Starmie. Rapid Spin is the most common pick at 0% usage. Scald provides reliable STAB damage.
Game Availability
One of the original 151, Starmie has appeared in 20 games — most mainline games. From Red & Blue through the latest titles, it's rarely been left out of a regional Pokedex.
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 7SM
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