Palpitoad (#0536) – Stats, Moves, Evolution & Competitive Sets

Base stats

HP75135–182260–354

Atk6563–128121–251

Def5554–117103–229

SpA6563–128121–251

SpD5554–117103–229

Spe6966–133128–260

Total384Higher than 36% of all Pokémon

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

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

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 69). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+133Max121No SP89Min80Scarf199Tailwind266

At max Speed, Palpitoad outspeeds 13 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

Grass4×

Resists

Fire½×Poison½×Rock½×Steel½×

Immune to

Electric0×

Takes normal damage from 12 types

NormalFightingFlyingGroundBugGhostWaterPsychicIceDragonDarkFairy

With Water Absorb: Water becomes 0×

Abilities

Swift Swim
Doubles Speed during rain.
Hydration
Cures any major status ailment after each turn during rain.
Water AbsorbHidden ability
Absorbs Water moves, healing for 1/4 max HP.

Competitive

National DexNFE

Not used in the tracked Showdown formats this month.

Evolution

#0535TympoleWater
1. Level 25#0536PalpitoadWaterGround
  1. Level 36#0537SeismitoadWaterGround

Moves

Game Sort Type

Level up 14

1AcidHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.PoisonSpec40100%30

1Echoed VoicePower increases by 100% for each consecutive use by any friendly Pokémon, to a maximum of 200.NormalSpec40100%15

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

1SupersonicConfuses the target.NormalStatus—55%20

12Mud ShotHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.GroundSpec5595%15

16RoundHas double power if it’s used more than once per turn.NormalSpec60100%15

20Bubble BeamHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.WaterSpec65100%20

24FlailInflicts more damage when the user has less HP remaining, with a maximum of 200 power.NormalPhys—100%15

30UproarForced to use this move for several turns. Pokémon cannot fall asleep in that time.NormalSpec90100%10

37Aqua RingRestores 1/16 of the user’s max HP each turn.WaterStatus——20

42Hyper VoiceInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalSpec90100%10

48Muddy WaterHas a 30% chance to lower the target’s accuracy by one stage.WaterSpec9085%10

54Rain DanceChanges the weather to rain for five turns.WaterStatus——5

60Hydro PumpInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.WaterSpec11080%5

TM / HM / TR 29

TM16ScreechLowers the target’s Defense by two stages.NormalStatus—85%40

TM21RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5

TM24SnoreHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalSpec50100%15

TM25ProtectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10

TM27Icy WindHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.IceSpec5595%15

TM31AttractTarget falls in love if it has the opposite gender, and has a 50% chance to refuse attacking the user.NormalStatus—100%15

TM33Rain DanceChanges the weather to rain for five turns.WaterStatus——5

TM35HailChanges the weather to a hailstorm for five turns.IceStatus——10

TM39FacadePower doubles if user is burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.NormalPhys70100%20

TM46Weather BallIf there be weather, this move has doubled power and the weather’s type.NormalSpec50100%10

TM52BounceUser bounces high into the air, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.FlyingPhys8585%5

TM53Mud ShotHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.GroundSpec5595%15

TM76RoundHas double power if it’s used more than once per turn.NormalSpec60100%15

TM81BulldozeHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.GroundPhys60100%20

TR03Hydro PumpInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.WaterSpec11080%5

TR04SurfInflicts regular damage and can hit Dive users.WaterSpec90100%15

TR20SubstituteTransfers 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

TR22Sludge BombHas a 30% chance to poison the target.PoisonSpec90100%10

TR26EndurePrevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.NormalStatus——10

TR27Sleep TalkRandomly uses one of the user’s other three moves. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalStatus——10

TR35UproarForced to use this move for several turns. Pokémon cannot fall asleep in that time.NormalSpec90100%10

TR42Hyper VoiceInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalSpec90100%10

TR45Muddy WaterHas a 30% chance to lower the target’s accuracy by one stage.WaterSpec9085%10

TR67Earth PowerHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.GroundSpec90100%10

TR72Power WhipInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.GrassPhys12085%10

TR76Stealth RockCauses damage when opposing Pokémon switch in.RockStatus——20

TR78Sludge WaveHas a 10% chance to poison the target.PoisonSpec95100%10

TR84ScaldHas a 30% chance to burn the target.WaterSpec80100%15

TR91Venom DrenchLowers the target’s Attack, Special Attack, and Speed by one stage if it is poisoned.PoisonStatus—100%20

Pokédex entries

Category: Vibration Pokémon
Debut: Unova · Black & White
Color: Blue
Shape
Habitat: —

Original Unova#042Updated Unova#229Galar#133

On occasion, their cries are sublimely pleasing to the ear. Palpitoad with larger lumps on their bodies can sing with a wider range of sounds.
Shield
It weakens its prey with sound waves intense enough to cause headaches, then entangles them with its sticky tongue.
Sword
It lives in the water and on land. It uses its long, sticky tongue to immobilize its opponents.
Black 2 · White 2 · Y · Alpha Sapphire
It lives in the water and on land. It uses its long, sticky tongue to capture prey.
White
When they vibrate the bumps on their heads, they can make waves in water or earthquake-like vibrations on land.
Black · X · Omega Ruby

Names around the world

Japanese: ガマガル
Japanese (romaji): Gamagaru
Korean: 두까비
Chinese (Traditional): 藍蟾蜍
Chinese (Simplified): 蓝蟾蜍
French: Batracné
German: Mebrana
Spanish: Palpitoad
Italian: Palpitoad

Sprites

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Official artwork

3D models

Generation V

Generation VI

Generation VII

Generation VIII · animated models

Training

EV yield: 2 HP
Catch rate: 120 ≈15.7% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship: 70
Base experience: 134
Growth rate: Medium Slow

Breeding

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

Where to find

Shield: The Crown Tundra 1 area

Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65

Shield: The Isle of Armor 4 areas

Challenge Beach (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
Courageous Cavern (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
Forest of Focus (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
Soothing Wetlands (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40

Sword: The Crown Tundra 1 area

Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65

Sword: The Isle of Armor 4 areas

Challenge Beach (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
Courageous Cavern (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
Forest of Focus (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
Soothing Wetlands (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40

Shield 23 areas

Bridge FieldWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 26–60
Bridge Field (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
Dusty BowlWalking in the overworld · Lv 42–60
Dusty Bowl (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
Dusty Bowl (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
Dusty Bowl (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
Dusty Bowl (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
Giant's Cap (Main Area)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 26–60
Giant's Mirror (Area 2)Walking in the overworld · Lv 42–60
Giant's Mirror (Main Area)Walking in the overworld · Lv 28–60
Giant's SeatWalking in the overworld · Lv 33–60
Hammerlocke HillsWalking in the overworld · Lv 29–60
North Lake MilochWalking in the overworld · Lv 26–60
North Lake Miloch (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
North Lake Miloch (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
Rolling Fields (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
South Lake Miloch (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 34–60
South Lake Miloch (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
South Lake Miloch (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
West Lake AxewellSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 28–60
West Lake Axewell (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
West Lake Axewell (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
West Lake Axewell (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40

Sword 23 areas

Bridge FieldWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 26–60
Bridge Field (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
Dusty BowlWalking in the overworld · Lv 42–60
Dusty Bowl (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
Dusty Bowl (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
Dusty Bowl (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
Dusty Bowl (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
Giant's Cap (Main Area)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 26–60
Giant's Mirror (Area 2)Walking in the overworld · Lv 42–60
Giant's Mirror (Main Area)Walking in the overworld · Lv 28–60
Giant's SeatWalking in the overworld · Lv 33–60
Hammerlocke HillsWalking in the overworld · Lv 29–60
North Lake MilochWalking in the overworld · Lv 26–60
North Lake Miloch (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–30
North Lake Miloch (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–30
Rolling Fields (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
South Lake Miloch (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 34–60
South Lake Miloch (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–30
South Lake Miloch (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–30
West Lake AxewellSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 28–60
West Lake Axewell (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
West Lake Axewell (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
West Lake Axewell (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40

Y 1 area

Friend Safari (Ground)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30

X 1 area

Friend Safari (Ground)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30

White 2 4 areas

Icirrus CityWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54–57
Moor of IcirrusWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54–57
Pinwheel Forest (outside)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54–65
Road 8Surfing, Surfing in dark spots, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 45–60

Black 2 4 areas

Icirrus CityWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54–57
Moor of IcirrusWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54–57
Pinwheel Forest (outside)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54–65
Road 8Surfing, Surfing in dark spots, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 45–60

White 3 areas

Icirrus CityWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30–33
Moor of IcirrusWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30–33
Road 8Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30–33

Black 3 areas

Icirrus CityWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30–33
Moor of IcirrusWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30–33
Road 8Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30–33