Floatzel (#0419) – Stats, Moves, Evolution & Competitive Sets

Base stats

HP85145–192280–374

Atk10599–172193–339

Def5554–117103–229

SpA8581–150157–295

SpD5049–11294–218

Spe115108–183211–361

Total495Higher than 67% of all Pokémon

Ranges: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 2 Spe.

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

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 115). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+183Max167No SP135Min121Scarf274Tailwind366

At max Speed, Floatzel outspeeds 25 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC.

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

Electric2×Grass2×

Resists

Fire½×Ice½×Steel½×Water½×

Takes normal damage from 12 types

NormalFightingFlyingPoisonGroundRockBugGhostPsychicDragonDarkFairy

Abilities

Swift Swim
Doubles Speed during rain.
Water VeilHidden ability
Prevents burns.

Competitive

SV SinglesZUSV Doubles(DUU)National DexRU

0.24% of teams · rank #145 · Singles · 1630+ rating · 33,671 battles · Sep 2026

Most common build

Item: Choice Band
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Adamant
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
Tera Type: Water

Wave Crash
Flip Turn
Aqua Jet
Ice Spinner

Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.

Usage by rating

All players0.2%
Rated 1500+0.18%
Rated 1630+0.24%
Rated 1760+0.2%

Usage by month

Oct 20250.24%

Moves

Wave Crash99.5%
Flip Turn99.4%
Aqua Jet98.9%
Ice Spinner88.4%
Liquidation11.5%
Crunch1.1%
Waterfall1.1%
Bulk Up0%
Brick Break0%
Ice Punch0%

Items

Choice Band100%
Life Orb0%
Mystic Water0%
Leftovers0%
Choice Scarf0%
Focus Sash0%

Abilities

99.1%
0.9%

EV spreads

Adamant 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe54.3%
Adamant 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe44.7%
Jolly 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe0.5%
Jolly 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe0.4%
Adamant 4 HP / 252 Atk / 252 Spe0%

Tera types

Water99.3%
Ground0.5%
Dark0.2%
Grass0%

Common teammates

Evolution

#0418BuizelWater
1. Level 26#0419FloatzelWater

Moves

Game Sort Type

Level up 16

1CrunchHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.DarkPhys80100%15

1GrowlLowers the target’s Attack by one stage.NormalStatus—100%40

1Ice FangHas a 10% chance to freeze the target and a chance to make the target flinch.IcePhys6595%15

1Quick AttackInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalPhys40100%30

1SoakChanges the target’s type to Water.WaterStatus—100%20

15Water GunInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.WaterSpec40100%25

18BiteHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.DarkPhys60100%25

21SwiftNever misses.NormalSpec60—20

24Aqua JetInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.WaterPhys40100%20

29Double HitHits twice in one turn.NormalPhys3590%10

35WhirlpoolPrevents the target from leaving battle and inflicts 1/16 its max HP in damage for 2-5 turns.WaterSpec3585%15

41LiquidationHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.WaterPhys85100%10

46Aqua TailInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.WaterPhys9090%10

51AgilityRaises the user’s Speed by two stages.PsychicStatus——30

57Hydro PumpInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.WaterSpec11080%5

62Wave CrashThe user shrouds itself in water and slams into the target with its whole body to inflict damage. This also damages the user quite a lot.WaterPhys120100%10

TM / HM / TR 49

TM01Take DownUser receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.NormalPhys9085%20

TM04AgilityRaises the user’s Speed by two stages.PsychicStatus——30

TM05Mud-SlapHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s accuracy by one stage.GroundSpec20100%10

TM06Scary FaceLowers the target’s Speed by two stages.NormalStatus—100%10

TM07ProtectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10

TM10Ice FangHas a 10% chance to freeze the target and a chance to make the target flinch.IcePhys6595%15

TM11Water PulseHas a 20% chance to confuse the target.WaterSpec60100%20

TM12Low KickInflicts more damage to heavier targets, with a maximum of 120 power.FightingPhys—100%20

TM18ThiefTakes the target’s item.DarkPhys60100%25

TM22Chilling WaterThe user attacks the target by showering it with water that's so cold it saps the target's power. This also lowers the target's Attack stat.WaterSpec50100%20

TM25FacadePower doubles if user is burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.NormalPhys70100%20

TM30SnarlHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Special Attack by one stage.DarkSpec5595%15

TM32SwiftNever misses.NormalSpec60—20

TM34Icy WindHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.IceSpec5595%15

TM36Rock TombHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.RockPhys6095%15

TM39Low SweepLowers the target’s Speed by one stage.FightingPhys65100%20

TM43FlingThrows held item at the target; power depends on the item.DarkPhys—100%10

TM47EndurePrevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.NormalStatus——10

TM50Rain DanceChanges the weather to rain for five turns.WaterStatus——5

TM55DigUser digs underground, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.GroundPhys80100%10

TM58Brick BreakDestroys Reflect and Light Screen.FightingPhys75100%15

TM64Bulk UpRaises the user’s Attack and Defense by one stage.FightingStatus——20

TM66Body SlamHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.NormalPhys85100%15

TM69Ice PunchHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IcePhys75100%15

TM70Sleep TalkRandomly uses one of the user’s other three moves. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalStatus——10

TM77WaterfallHas a 20% chance to make the target flinch.WaterPhys80100%15

TM80MetronomeRandomly selects and uses any move in the game.NormalStatus——10

TM85RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5

TM87TauntFor the next few turns, the target can only use damaging moves.DarkStatus—100%20

TM103SubstituteTransfers 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

TM108CrunchHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.DarkPhys80100%15

TM110LiquidationHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.WaterPhys85100%10

TM123SurfInflicts regular damage and can hit Dive users.WaterSpec90100%15

TM124Ice SpinnerThe user covers its feet in thin ice and twirls around, slamming into the target. This move's spinning motion also destroys the terrain.IcePhys80100%15

TM130Helping HandAlly’s next move inflicts half more damage.NormalStatus——20

TM132Baton PassAllows the trainer to switch out the user and pass effects along to its replacement.NormalStatus——40

TM135Ice BeamHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IceSpec90100%10

TM142Hydro PumpInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.WaterSpec11080%5

TM143BlizzardHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IceSpec11070%5

TM152Giga ImpactUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalPhys15090%5

TM158Focus BlastHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.FightingSpec12070%5

TM163Hyper BeamUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalSpec15090%5

TM171Tera BlastIf the user has Terastallized, it unleashes energy of its Tera Type. This move inflicts damage using the Attack or Sp. Atk stat—whichever is higher for the user.NormalSpec80100%10

TM172RoarImmediately ends wild battles. Forces trainers to switch Pokémon.NormalStatus——20

TM192Focus PunchIf the user takes damage before attacking, the attack is canceled.FightingPhys150100%20

TM196Flip TurnUser must switch out after attacking.WaterPhys60100%20

TM204Double-EdgeUser receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil.NormalPhys120100%15

TM208WhirlpoolPrevents the target from leaving battle and inflicts 1/16 its max HP in damage for 2-5 turns.WaterSpec3585%15

TM209Muddy WaterHas a 30% chance to lower the target’s accuracy by one stage.WaterSpec9085%10

Pokédex entries

Category: Sea Weasel Pokémon
Debut: Sinnoh · Diamond & Pearl
Color: Brown
Shape
Habitat: —
Pal Park area: Mountain

Original Sinnoh#057Extended Sinnoh#057Updated Unova#150Mountain Kalos#059Hisui#042Paldea#052

Has a long, rather splendid flotation sac, which prevents Floatzel from drowning even in stormy seas. One might glimpse this species around fishing hamlets from time to time.
Legends: Arceus
With its flotation sac inflated, it can carry people on its back. It deflates the sac before it dives.
HeartGold · SoulSilver
It is a common sight around fishing ports. It is known to rescue people and carry off prey.
Platinum · Black · White · Black 2 · White 2
Its flotation sac developed as a result of pursuing aquatic prey. It can double as a rubber raft.
Pearl · Y · Alpha Sapphire
It floats using its well-developed flotation sac. It assists in the rescues of drowning people.
Diamond · X · Omega Ruby

Names around the world

Japanese: フローゼル
Japanese (romaji): Floazel
Korean: 플로젤
Chinese (Traditional): 浮潛鼬
Chinese (Simplified): 浮潜鼬
French: Mustéflott
German: Bojelin
Spanish: Floatzel
Italian: Floatzel

Sprites

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Official artwork

3D models

Generation IV

Generation V

Generation VI

Generation VII

Generation VIII · animated models

Generation IX · animated models

Training

EV yield: 2 Spe
Catch rate: 75 ≈9.8% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship: 70
Base experience: 173
Growth rate: Medium

Breeding

Egg groups: Water 1Field
Gender: ♂ 50%♀ 50%
Hatch time: 20 egg cycles ≈5,355 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Males and females look different

HOME 3D model

Where to find

Ultra Moon 1 area

Ultra Space WildsStatic encounter · Lv 60

Ultra Sun 1 area

Ultra Space WildsStatic encounter · Lv 60

Y 10 areas

Couriway TownSurfing · Lv 44–46
Friend Safari (Water)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30
Frost Cavern (unknown area 313)Surfing · Lv 38–40
Frost Cavern (unknown area 315)Surfing · Lv 38–40
Road 15Surfing · Lv 34–36
Road 16Surfing, Walking in yellow flowers · Lv 34–36
Road 21Surfing, Walking in purple flowers, Walking in red flowers · Lv 50–52
Victory Road (unknown area 322)Encountering 5 Pokemon within grass, flowers, or within a cave, Surfing · Lv 29–59
Victory Road (unknown area 327)Surfing · Lv 57–59
Victory Road (unknown area 328)Encountering 5 Pokemon within grass, flowers, or within a cave, Surfing · Lv 29–59

X 10 areas

Couriway TownSurfing · Lv 44–46
Friend Safari (Water)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30
Frost Cavern (unknown area 313)Surfing · Lv 38–40
Frost Cavern (unknown area 315)Surfing · Lv 38–40
Road 15Surfing · Lv 34–36
Road 16Surfing, Walking in yellow flowers · Lv 34–36
Road 21Surfing, Walking in purple flowers, Walking in red flowers · Lv 50–52
Victory Road (unknown area 322)Encountering 5 Pokemon within grass, flowers, or within a cave, Surfing · Lv 29–59
Victory Road (unknown area 327)Surfing · Lv 57–59
Victory Road (unknown area 328)Encountering 5 Pokemon within grass, flowers, or within a cave, Surfing · Lv 29–59

White 2 7 areas

Lostlorn ForestSurfing in dark spots · Lv 10–30
Nature SanctuarySurfing in dark spots · Lv 50–60
Road 11Surfing in dark spots · Lv 30–40
Road 14Surfing in dark spots · Lv 30–40
Road 23Surfing in dark spots · Lv 45–55
Victory Road 2 (unknown area 73)Surfing in dark spots · Lv 40–50
Victory Road 2 (unknown area 79)Surfing in dark spots · Lv 40–50

Black 2 7 areas

Lostlorn ForestSurfing in dark spots · Lv 10–30
Nature SanctuarySurfing in dark spots · Lv 50–60
Road 11Surfing in dark spots · Lv 30–40
Road 14Surfing in dark spots · Lv 25–40
Road 23Surfing in dark spots · Lv 45–55
Victory Road 2 (unknown area 73)Surfing in dark spots · Lv 40–50
Victory Road 2 (unknown area 79)Surfing in dark spots · Lv 40–50

White 2 areas

Road 11Surfing in dark spots · Lv 35–70
Road 14Surfing in dark spots · Lv 35–70

Black 2 areas

Road 11Surfing in dark spots · Lv 35–70
Road 14Surfing in dark spots · Lv 35–70

SoulSilver 1 area

Safari Zone SwampWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 44

HeartGold 1 area

Safari Zone SwampWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 44

Platinum 10 areas

Fuego IronworksWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 29–31
Road 218Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 29–31
Road 221Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 28–31
Road 222Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38–41
Road 224Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 50
Road 230Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 48–50
Victory Road (B1F)Surfing, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30–50
Victory Road (inside B1F)Surfing, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 35–55
Victory Road (inside exit)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 47–49
Victory Road (inside)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 47–49

Pearl 9 areas

Fuego IronworksWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 29–30
Road 213Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22
Road 218Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 28–30
Road 221Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 28–30
Road 222Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 40–42
Road 224Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 53–54
Road 230Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 50–52
Victory Road (B1F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 44–45
Victory Road (inside B1F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 50–51

Diamond 9 areas

Fuego IronworksWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 29–30
Road 213Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 22
Road 218Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 28–30
Road 221Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 28–30
Road 222Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 40–42
Road 224Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 53–54
Road 230Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 50–52
Victory Road (B1F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 44–45
Victory Road (inside B1F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 50–51