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Corsola

Coral Pokémon

Corsola
Official art
WaterRock
Height
0.6 m 2′00″
Weight
5 kg 11.0 lbs
Base stat total
410 top 59%
Introduced
Gen II
Abilities
Pokédex entryShield
These Pokémon live in warm seas. In prehistoric times, many lived in the oceans around the Galar region as well.
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Base stats

HP65125–172240–334
Atk5554–117103–229
Def9590–161175–317
SpA6563–128121–251
SpD9590–161175–317
Spe3536–9567–185
Total410Higher than 41% of all Pokémon
HP65Atk55Def95Spe35SpD95SpA65

Ranges: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 1 Def, 1 SpD.

Stat calculatorChampions Stat Points & Stat Alignment, or EVs, IVs & nature

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 35). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+95Max87No SP55Min49Scarf142Tailwind190

At max Speed, Corsola outspeeds 8 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC, and ties 1.

  1. 203Mega Garchomp ZModest · 32 SP · #21 in usage
  2. 200Mega GengarTimid · 32 SP · #26 in usage
  3. 190Mega Raichu YTimid · 23 SP · #13 in usage
  4. 189Mega SalamenceTimid · 32 SP · #4 in usage
  5. 184WhimsicottTimid · 32 SP · #23 in usage
  6. 178Mega MetagrossJolly · 32 SP · #28 in usage
  7. 178Mega StaraptorJolly · 32 SP · #29 in usage
  8. 172SneaslerAdamant · 32 SP · #2 in usage
  9. 169Mega FloetteTimid · 32 SP · #17 in usage
  10. 169GarchompJolly · 32 SP · #19 in usage
  11. 167Mega Charizard YTimid · 32 SP · #14 in usage
  12. 167Mega GardevoirTimid · 32 SP · #20 in usage
  13. 161IndeedeeTimid · 32 SP · #30 in usage
  14. 156Hisuian ArcanineJolly · 32 SP · #16 in usage
  15. 150ArchaludonTimid · 32 SP · #9 in usage
  16. 149GholdengoTimid · 32 SP · #8 in usage
  17. 143BasculegionJolly · 32 SP · #6 in usage
  18. 128PelipperTimid · 32 SP · #12 in usage
  19. 120VolcaronaBold · 0 SP · #25 in usage
  20. 105RillaboomAdamant · 0 SP · #1 in usage
  21. 101MiloticCalm · 0 SP · #15 in usage
  22. 95Corsola · Max+32 SP, Speed-raising alignment
  23. 95SylveonModest · 15 SP · #18 in usage
  24. 94Female IndeedeeRelaxed · 0 SP · #7 in usage
  25. 90PolitoedCalm · 0 SP · #22 in usage
  26. 90SinistchaBold · 0 SP · #24 in usage
  27. 87Corsola · Max32 SP, neutral alignment
  28. 85ArmarougeQuiet · 0 SP · #27 in usage
  29. 80IncineroarCareful · 0 SP · #3 in usage
  30. 80FarigirafBold · 0 SP · #11 in usage
  31. 70KingambitAdamant · 0 SP · #5 in usage
  32. 60Mega GolisopodAdamant · 0 SP · #10 in usage
  33. 55Corsola · No SP0 SP, neutral alignment

Others at their most common Speed investment in Champions VGC (Reg M-C · Doubles, Sep 2026); Pokémon holding a Mega Stone are shown as their Mega.

Type matchups

Weak to

Grass4×Electric2×Fighting2×Ground2×

Resists

Fire¼×Flying½×Ice½×Normal½×Poison½×
Takes normal damage from 9 types
RockBugGhostSteelWaterPsychicDragonDarkFairy

Abilities

  • Hustle

    Strengthens physical moves to inflict 1.5× damage, but decreases their accuracy to 0.8×.

  • Natural Cure

    Cures any major status ailment upon switching out.

  • RegeneratorHidden ability

    Heals for 1/3 max HP upon switching out.

Competitive

National DexRU

Not used in the tracked Showdown formats this month.

Evolution

  1. #0222CorsolaWaterRock
    1. Level 38#0864CursolaGhost

Moves

Level up 13

1HardenRaises the user’s Defense by one stage.NormalStatus——30
1TackleInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalPhys40100%35
5Water GunInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.WaterSpec40100%25
10Aqua RingRestores 1/16 of the user’s max HP each turn.WaterStatus——20
15EndurePrevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.NormalStatus——10
20Ancient PowerHas a 10% chance to raise all of the user’s stats by one stage.RockSpec60100%5
25Bubble BeamHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.WaterSpec65100%20
30FlailInflicts more damage when the user has less HP remaining, with a maximum of 200 power.NormalPhys—100%15
35Life DewEach Pokemon on the user's side restores 1/4 of its maximum HP, rounded half up.WaterStatus——10
40Power GemInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.RockSpec80100%20
45Earth PowerHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.GroundSpec90100%10
50RecoverHeals the user by half its max HP.NormalStatus——5
55Mirror CoatInflicts twice the damage the user received from the last special hit it took.PsychicSpec—100%20

TM / HM / TR 36

TM49ScaldHas a 30% chance to burn the target.WaterSpec80100%15
TM83BulldozeHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.GroundPhys60100%20
HM03SurfInflicts regular damage and can hit Dive users.WaterSpec90100%15
HM04StrengthInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalPhys80100%15
HM06Rock SmashHas a 50% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.FightingPhys40100%15
TMIce BeamHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IceSpec90100%10
TMBlizzardHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IceSpec11070%5
TMEarthquakeInflicts regular damage and can hit Dig users.GroundPhys100100%10
TMDigUser digs underground, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.GroundPhys80100%10
TMPsychicHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.PsychicSpec90100%10
TMDouble TeamRaises the user’s evasion by one stage.NormalStatus——15
TMLight ScreenReduces damage from special attacks by 50% for five turns.PsychicStatus——30
TMReflectReduces damage from physical attacks by half.PsychicStatus——20
TMExplosionUser faints.NormalPhys250100%5
TMRestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5
TMRock SlideHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.RockPhys7590%10
TMSubstituteTransfers 1/4 of the user’s max HP into a doll, protecting the user from further damage or status changes until it breaks.NormalStatus——10
TMProtectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10
TMSandstormChanges the weather to a sandstorm for five turns.RockStatus——10
TMEndurePrevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.NormalStatus——10
TMSwaggerRaises the target’s Attack by two stages and confuses the target.NormalStatus—85%15
TMAttractTarget falls in love if it has the opposite gender, and has a 50% chance to refuse attacking the user.NormalStatus—100%15
TMSleep TalkRandomly uses one of the user’s other three moves. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalStatus——10
TMSafeguardProtects the user’s field from major status ailments and confusion for five turns.NormalStatus——25
TMRain DanceChanges the weather to rain for five turns.WaterStatus——5
TMSunny DayChanges the weather to sunny for five turns.FireStatus——5
TMShadow BallHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.GhostSpec80100%15
TMHailChanges the weather to a hailstorm for five turns.IceStatus——10
TMFacadePower doubles if user is burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.NormalPhys70100%20
TMRock TombHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.RockPhys6095%15
TMCalm MindRaises the user’s Special Attack and Special Defense by one stage.PsychicStatus——20
TMWater PulseHas a 20% chance to confuse the target.WaterSpec60100%20
TMBrineHas double power against Pokémon that have less than half their max HP remaining.WaterSpec65100%10
TMRock PolishRaises the user’s Speed by two stages.RockStatus——20
TMStone EdgeHas an increased chance for a critical hit.RockPhys10080%5
TMStealth RockCauses damage when opposing Pokémon switch in.RockStatus——20

Egg moves 11

EggAmnesiaRaises the user’s Special Defense by two stages.PsychicStatus——20
EggAqua RingRestores 1/16 of the user’s max HP each turn.WaterStatus——20
EggConfuse RayConfuses the target.GhostStatus—100%10
EggCurseGhosts pay half their max HP to hurt the target every turn. Others decrease Speed but raise Attack and Defense.GhostStatus——10
EggHead SmashUser receives 1/2 the damage inflicted in recoil.RockPhys15080%5
EggIcicle SpearHits 2-5 times in one turn.IcePhys25100%30
EggIngrainPrevents the user from leaving battle. User regains 1/16 of its max HP every turn.GrassStatus——20
EggLiquidationHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.WaterPhys85100%10
EggMistProtects the user’s stats from being changed by enemy moves.IceStatus——30
EggNature PowerUses a move which depends upon the terrain.NormalStatus——20
EggScreechLowers the target’s Defense by two stages.NormalStatus—85%40

Pokédex entries

Category
Coral Pokémon
Debut
Johto · Gold & Silver
Color
Pink
Shape
Habitat
Sea
Pal Park area
Sea
Original Johto#171Original Hoenn#180Updated Johto#173Updated Unova#237Coastal Kalos#146New Hoenn#189Original Alola#112Original Melemele#112Original Akala#044Updated Alola#135Updated Melemele#135Updated Akala#044Galar#236

  1. These Pokémon live in warm seas. In prehistoric times, many lived in the oceans around the Galar region as well.

    Shield

  2. It will regrow any branches that break off its head. People keep particularly beautiful Corsola branches as charms to promote safe childbirth.

    Sword

  3. In Alola, where their natural enemies Mareanie are plentiful, many Corsola have stubby branches on their heads.

    Ultra Moon

  4. The pink of Corsola that live in Alola is deep and vibrant, thanks to seas filled with nutrition.

    Ultra Sun

  5. Pursued by Mareanie for the branches on its head, this Pokémon will sometimes snap its own branches off as a diversion while it escapes.

    Moon

  6. Coral branches grow from its head. They break off quite easily, but they grow back in about three days.

    Sun

  7. They prefer unpolluted southern seas. Their coral branches lose their color and deteriorate in dirty water.

    Black 2 · White 2 · Y

  8. It continuously sheds and grows. The tip of its head is prized as a treasure because of its beauty.

    HeartGold · X

  9. Many live in the clean seas of the south. They apparently can’t live in polluted waters.

    Diamond · Pearl · Platinum · Black · White

  10. CORSOLA live in warm southern seas. If the sea becomes polluted, the beautiful coral stalks become discolored and crumble away in tatters.

    Emerald

  11. Clusters of CORSOLA congregate in warm seas where they serve as ideal hiding places for smaller Pokémon. When the water temperature falls, this Pokémon migrates to the southern seas.

    Sapphire · Alpha Sapphire

  12. CORSOLA’s branches glitter very beautifully in seven colors when they catch sunlight. If any branch breaks off, this Pokémon grows it back in just one night.

    Ruby · Omega Ruby

  13. The points on its head absorb nutrients from clean water. They cannot survive in polluted water.

    Crystal

  14. In a south sea nation, the people live in communi­ ties that are built on groups of these Pokémon.

    Silver · FireRed · SoulSilver

  15. It continuously sheds and grows. The tip of its head is prized as a treasure for its beauty.

    Gold · LeafGreen

Names around the world

Japanese
サニーゴ
Japanese (romaji)
Sunnygo
Korean
코산호
Chinese (Traditional)
太陽珊瑚
Chinese (Simplified)
太阳珊瑚
French
Corayon
German
Corasonn
Spanish
Corsola
Italian
Corsola

Sprites

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Official artwork

3D models

Generation II

Generation III

Generation IV

Generation V

Generation VI

Generation VII

Generation VIII · animated models

Training

EV yield
1 Def, 1 SpD
Catch rate
60 ≈7.8% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship
70
Base experience
144
Growth rate
Fast

Breeding

Egg groups
Water 1Water 3
Gender
♂ 25%♀ 75%
Hatch time
20 egg cycles ≈5,355 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Shield: The Isle of Armor 1 area
  • Random caves across the Isle of ArmorTrade with an NPC · Lv 15
Ultra Moon 4 areas
  • Hau'oli CityFishing at bubbling spots in the water, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–22
  • Melemele SeaFishing at bubbling spots in the water, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–22
  • Poké PelagoReceive as a gift · Lv 21–55
  • Route 9Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–23
Ultra Sun 4 areas
  • Hau'oli CityFishing at bubbling spots in the water, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–22
  • Melemele SeaFishing at bubbling spots in the water, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–22
  • Poké PelagoReceive as a gift · Lv 21–55
  • Route 9Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–23
Moon 2 areas
  • Melemele SeaFishing at bubbling spots in the water, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–18
  • Route 9Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–23
Sun 2 areas
  • Melemele SeaFishing at bubbling spots in the water, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–18
  • Route 9Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–23
Y 2 areas
  • Friend Safari (Rock)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30
  • Road 12Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 35
X 2 areas
  • Friend Safari (Rock)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30
  • Road 12Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 35
White 2 3 areas
  • Humilau CitySurfing in dark spots · Lv 35–45
  • Road 18Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 60–70
  • Route 18 (Hidden Grotto)Finding a Pokemon in a Hidden Grotto · Lv 55–59
Black 2 3 areas
  • Humilau CitySurfing in dark spots · Lv 35–45
  • Road 18Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 60–70
  • Route 18 (Hidden Grotto)Finding a Pokemon in a Hidden Grotto · Lv 55–59
White 2 areas
  • Road 13Surfing in dark spots · Lv 25–60
  • Undella TownSurfing in dark spots · Lv 25–60
Black 2 areas
  • Road 13Surfing in dark spots · Lv 25–60
  • Undella TownSurfing in dark spots · Lv 25–60
SoulSilver 7 areas
  • Cherrygrove CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Cianwood CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Olivine CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Road 19Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Road 34Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Road 40Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Union Cave (B2F)Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
HeartGold 7 areas
  • Cherrygrove CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Cianwood CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Olivine CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Road 19Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Road 34Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Road 40Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Union Cave (B2F)Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Platinum 1 area
  • Road 230Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 48
Pearl 1 area
  • Road 230Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 50
Diamond 1 area
  • Road 230Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 50
Emerald 2 areas
  • Ever Grande CityFishing with a Super Rod · Lv 30–35
  • Road 128Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 30–35
Sapphire 3 areas
  • Ever Grande CityFishing with a Super Rod · Lv 30–35
  • Pacifidlog TownTrade with an NPC · Lv 21–100
  • Road 128Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 30–35
Ruby 3 areas
  • Ever Grande CityFishing with a Super Rod · Lv 30–35
  • Pacifidlog TownTrade with an NPC · Lv 21–100
  • Road 128Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 30–35
Crystal 7 areas
  • Cherrygrove CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Cianwood CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Olivine CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Road 19Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Road 34Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Road 40Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Union Cave (B2F)Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Silver 7 areas
  • Cherrygrove CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Cianwood CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Olivine CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Road 19Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Road 34Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Road 40Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Union Cave (B2F)Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Gold 7 areas
  • Cherrygrove CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Cianwood CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Olivine CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Road 19Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Road 34Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Road 40Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
  • Union Cave (B2F)Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40