As a Water-type, Wailord fills a straightforward role. Only weak to Electric and Grass. Known as the Float Whale Pokémon. A competitive option since Gen 3. Relies on priority moves or Scarf to keep up.
Wailord's spread is anchored by HP, with balanced defenses backing it up. Defense is the clear weak point. Worth 2 HP EVs per KO, and the standard growth curve keeps leveling painless.
Wailord pursue their prey in pods. With their large mouths, they can swallow entire schools of Wishiwashi whole.
Its immense size is the reason for its popularity. Wailord watching is a favorite sightseeing activity in various parts of the world.
Wailord Weakness
GoodElectric and Grass-type moves hit Wailord for super-effective damage. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. With 170 HP and balanced defenses, Wailord can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
Wailord is the evolved form of Wailmer. Breeding produces Wailmer eggs, and they're takes forever to hatch. Evolving from Wailmer gave Wailord the biggest boost in HP (+40), bringing the total to 500 stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Wailord to get Wailmer eggs easily from the Ground and Water2 egg groups. Notable egg moves include Aqua Ring, Body Slam, Clear Smog and 10 more.
This build takes hits and hits back. Leftovers provides passive recovery each turn, Waterveil supports the gameplan, and max HP and Sp. Atk EVs mean Wailord doesn't crumble to chip damage. Plus the remaining moves backing it up.
Best Build
Best Wailord Moveset
- Water Spout
- Ice Beam
- Scald
- Heavy Slam
Recommended Teammates
Coverage runs deep. Wailord can hit 10 types beyond STAB, including Steel and Rock. The offense anchors on Water Spout and Hydro Pump while TMs handle everything else.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
moderate rates for Wailord across 14 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 Wailord in Sun & Moon
The path to Wailord starts with Wailmer at Lv. 10-43 via fishing and surfing encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch WailmerEASYPoni Breaker CoastMoonSuper RodLv.10-4340%EarlyWaterShaking spotEASYPoni Breaker CoastSunSuper RodLv.10-4340%EarlyWaterShaking spotEASYPoni WildsSunSuper RodLv.10-4340%EarlyShaking spotEASYPoni WildsMoonSuper RodLv.10-4340%EarlyShaking spotEASYSeafolk VillageMoonSuper RodLv.10-4340%EarlyCityShaking spotEASYSeafolk VillageSunSuper RodLv.10-4340%EarlyCityShaking spotMODERATEPoni Breaker CoastMoonSuper RodLv.10-4320%EarlyWaterMODERATEPoni Breaker CoastSunSuper RodLv.10-4320%EarlyWaterMODERATEPoni WildsSunSuper RodLv.10-4320%EarlyMODERATEPoni WildsMoonSuper RodLv.10-4320%EarlyMODERATESeafolk VillageMoonSuper RodLv.10-4320%EarlyCityMODERATESeafolk VillageSunSuper RodLv.10-4320%EarlyCityEFFORTLESSPoni WildsSunSurfing on waterLv.40-4390%LateShaking spotEFFORTLESSPoni WildsMoonSurfing on waterLv.40-4390%LateShaking spot
Step 2Wailord ✓Poni Breaker CoastMoonSuper RodLv.10-43EarlyWaterSOS from WailmerPoni Breaker CoastMoonSuper RodLv.10-43EarlyWaterSOS from WailmerPoni Breaker CoastSunSuper RodLv.10-43EarlyWaterSOS from WailmerPoni Breaker CoastSunSuper RodLv.10-43EarlyWaterSOS from WailmerPoni WildsSunSuper RodLv.10-43EarlySOS from WailmerPoni WildsSunSuper RodLv.10-43EarlySOS from WailmerPoni WildsMoonSuper RodLv.10-43EarlySOS from WailmerPoni WildsMoonSuper RodLv.10-43EarlySOS from WailmerSeafolk VillageMoonSuper RodLv.10-43EarlyCitySOS from WailmerSeafolk VillageMoonSuper RodLv.10-43EarlyCitySOS from WailmerSeafolk VillageSunSuper RodLv.10-43EarlyCitySOS from WailmerSeafolk VillageSunSuper RodLv.10-43EarlyCitySOS from WailmerCHALLENGINGPoni WildsSunSurfing on waterLv.40-4310%LateShaking spotCHALLENGINGPoni WildsMoonSurfing on waterLv.40-4310%LateShaking spotor evolve from Wailmer (Step 1)
Wailord has a 500 base stat total and ranks as C-Tier — a situational pick that fills a niche. It works best as a support. Base 170 HP is where it shines.
Wailmer evolves into Wailord at level 40. Wailord is the fully evolved form. At 500 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Water Veil prevents burns — that's the one you want on Wailord. Pressure is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Oblivious works too if your team needs something different.
Wailord fills the support role. It's a special attacker with base 90 Sp. Atk. At base 60 Speed, it won't be moving first often. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Wailord appears in 14 games, including Ruby & Sapphire, FireRed & LeafGreen, and Emerald.
Wailord first appeared in Ruby & Sapphire and has been available in 14 games across 7 generations. Obtainable through wild encounters in most titles where it appears.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRSDebut
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