Wartortle sits in the middle of its evolution line — stronger than Squirtle but not yet at full power. Most trainers push through to Blastoise as fast as possible. Only weak to Electric and Grass. Known as the Turtle Pokemon.
You won't find a real weakness in Wartortle's stat line. It's well-rounded for the Turtle Pokemon, and what it does with that depends on moveset and items. Yields 2 Defense and Sp. Def EVs, on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
When tapped on its head, this Pokémon will pull it in, but its tail will stick out a little bit.
Wartortle Weakness
GoodWartortle is weak to Electric and Grass-type moves. The Water typing picks up 4 resistances to work with. Wartortle's Water typing only leaves 2 gaps to cover.
Wartortle sits between Squirtle and Blastoise in this three-stage line. Not the final form yet. For breeding, average hatch time with no compatible partners via two egg groups. Sp.Def has grown the most so far (+16), but there's still another 125 stats to gain in the final evolution.
How to Evolve
Breed with Wartortle to get Squirtle eggs easily from the Monster and Water1 egg groups.
Best Build
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee uses different battle mechanics.
Competitive build content is not applicable for this game. Select a main series game for builds.
The level-up pool tells the story here. Wartortle learns Hydro Pump and Skull Bash naturally, plus enough variety that TMs feel like bonuses. Coverage across 8 types extends the reach beyond that.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Can't catch Wartortle directly. Start with Squirtle at moderate rates from the locations below, then evolve at level 16. The 2-stage line from Squirtle to Wartortle is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Wartortle in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
The path to Wartortle starts with Squirtle at Lv. 7-44 via walking and gift encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch SquirtleCHALLENGINGRoute 24Let's Go EeveeGrassLv.7-12RareEarlyRouteUnique encounterCHALLENGINGRoute 24Let's Go PikachuGrassLv.7-12RareEarlyRouteUnique encounterCHALLENGINGRoute 25Let's Go EeveeGrassLv.9-14RareEarlyRouteUnique encounterCHALLENGINGRoute 25Let's Go PikachuGrassLv.9-14RareEarlyRouteUnique encounterVermilion City - CityLet's Go PikachuGift from NPCLv.16MidCityGift from policewoman (60 caught)Vermilion City - CityLet's Go EeveeGift from NPCLv.16MidCityGift from policewoman (60 caught)CHALLENGINGSeafoam Islands - Area 1Let's Go PikachuGrassLv.39-44RareLateWaterUnique encounterCHALLENGINGSeafoam Islands - Area 1Let's Go EeveeGrassLv.39-44RareLateWaterUnique encounter
Step 2Wartortle ✓
At 405 BST, Wartortle is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Blastoise before bringing it to any serious fight.
Torrent is the go-to ability for Wartortle. It strengthens water moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less. Its hidden ability Rain Dish can work in specific setups.
Wartortle is leaning toward the special side (base 65 Sp. Atk). Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. But the speed tells the real story — at base 58 Speed, it won't be moving first often.
Wartortle appears in 21 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Present since Red & Blue, Wartortle appears in 21 games spanning 9 generations. Gen 1 originals like Wartortle 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