No. 0338

Solrock

Meteorite Pokémon

Official art

RockPsychic

Height: 1.2 m 3′11″
Weight: 154 kg 339.5 lbs
Base stat total: 460 top 48%
Introduced: Gen III

Abilities

Pokédex entryX / Shield

Solar energy is the source of its power, so it is strong during the daytime. When it spins, its body shines.

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Base stats

HP90150–197290–384

Atk9590–161175–317

Def8581–150157–295

SpA5554–117103–229

SpD6563–128121–251

Spe7067–134130–262

Total460Higher than 52% of all Pokémon

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

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

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 70). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+134Max122No SP90Min81Scarf201Tailwind268

At max Speed, Solrock 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

Bug2×Dark2×Ghost2×Grass2×Ground2×Steel2×Water2×

Resists

Fire½×Flying½×Normal½×Poison½×Psychic½×

Takes normal damage from 6 types

FightingRockElectricIceDragonFairy

With Levitate: Ground becomes 0×

Abilities

Levitate
Evades Ground moves.

Competitive

National DexRU

Not used in the tracked Showdown formats this month.

Evolution

Solrock does not evolve.

Moves

Game Sort Type

Level up 16

1ConfusionHas a 10% chance to confuse the target.PsychicSpec50100%25

1Flare BlitzUser takes 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil. Has a 10% chance to burn the target.FirePhys120100%15

1HardenRaises the user’s Defense by one stage.NormalStatus——30

1Morning SunHeals the user by half its max HP. Affected by weather.NormalStatus——5

1Rock ThrowInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.RockPhys5090%15

1TackleInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalPhys40100%35

5HypnosisPuts the target to sleep.PsychicStatus—60%20

10Rock PolishRaises the user’s Speed by two stages.RockStatus——20

15Rock SlideHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.RockPhys7590%10

20Zen HeadbuttHas a 20% chance to make the target flinch.PsychicPhys8090%15

25Cosmic PowerRaises the user’s Defense and Special Defense by one stage.PsychicStatus——20

30PsychicHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.PsychicSpec90100%10

35Stone EdgeHas an increased chance for a critical hit.RockPhys10080%5

40Solar BeamRequires a turn to charge before attacking.GrassSpec120100%10

45Wonder RoomAll Pokémon’s Defense and Special Defense are swapped for 5 turns.PsychicStatus——10

50ExplosionUser faints.NormalPhys250100%5

TM / HM / TR 42

TM83BulldozeHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.GroundPhys60100%20

TMSwords DanceRaises the user’s Attack by two stages.NormalStatus——20

TMFlamethrowerHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec90100%15

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

TMSolar BeamRequires a turn to charge before attacking.GrassSpec120100%10

TMEarthquakeInflicts regular damage and can hit Dig users.GroundPhys100100%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

TMFire BlastHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec11085%5

TMDream EaterOnly works on sleeping Pokémon. Drains half the damage inflicted to heal the user.PsychicSpec100100%15

TMFlashLowers the target’s accuracy by one stage.NormalStatus—100%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

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

TMPsych UpDiscards the user’s stat changes and copies the target’s.NormalStatus——10

TMShadow BallHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.GhostSpec80100%15

TMWill-O-WispBurns the target.FireStatus—85%15

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

TMRecycleUser recovers the item it last used up.NormalStatus——10

TMSkill SwapUser and target swap abilities.PsychicStatus——10

TMOverheatLowers the user’s Special Attack by two stages after inflicting damage.FireSpec13090%5

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

TMGyro BallPower raises when the user has lower Speed, up to a maximum of 150.SteelPhys—100%5

TMRock PolishRaises the user’s Speed by two stages.RockStatus——20

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

TMTrick RoomFor five turns, slower Pokémon will act before faster Pokémon.PsychicStatus——5

TMStone EdgeHas an increased chance for a critical hit.RockPhys10080%5

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

TMGrass KnotInflicts more damage to heavier targets, with a maximum of 120 power.GrassSpec—100%20

TMCharge BeamHas a 70% chance to raise the user’s Special Attack by one stage.ElectricSpec5090%10

Pokédex entries

Category: Meteorite Pokémon
Debut: Hoenn · Ruby & Sapphire
Color: Red
Shape
Habitat: Cave
Pal Park area: Mountain

Original Hoenn#126Updated Unova#215Coastal Kalos#013New Hoenn#131Galar#363

Solar energy is the source of its power, so it is strong during the daytime. When it spins, its body shines.
Black 2 · White 2 · X · Shield
When it rotates itself, it gives off light similar to the sun, thus blinding its foes.
HeartGold · SoulSilver · Sword
A new Pokémon species, rumored to be from the sun. It gives off light while spinning.
Diamond · Pearl · Platinum · Black · White
It absorbs solar energy during the day. Always expressionless, it can sense what its foe is thinking.
FireRed · LeafGreen · Y
Solar energy is the source of this Pokémon’s power. On sunny days, groups of SOLROCK line up facing the sun and absorb its light.
Emerald
Sunlight is the source of SOLROCK’s power. It is said to possess the ability to read the emotions of others. This Pokémon gives off intense heat while rotating its body.
Sapphire · Alpha Sapphire
SOLROCK is a new species of Pokémon that is said to have fallen from space. It floats in air and moves silently. In battle, this Pokémon releases intensely bright light.
Ruby · Omega Ruby

Names around the world

Japanese: ソルロック
Japanese (romaji): Solrock
Korean: 솔록
Chinese (Traditional): 太陽岩
Chinese (Simplified): 太阳岩
French: Solaroc
German: Sonnfel
Spanish: Solrock
Italian: Solrock

Sprites

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Official artwork

3D models

Generation III

Generation IV

Generation V

Generation VI

Generation VII

Generation VIII · animated models

Training

EV yield: 2 Atk
Catch rate: 45 ≈5.9% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship: 70
Base experience: 161
Growth rate: Fast

Breeding

Egg groups: Mineral
Gender: Genderless
Hatch time: 25 egg cycles ≈6,630 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Sword 4 areas

Giant's Cap (Area 2)Overworld spawn coming from underground or within a swamp. · Lv 41–60
Route 8 (Main)Walking in the overworld · Lv 39–41
Stony Wilderness (Max Den K)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
Watchtower Ruins (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60

Y 1 area

Glittering Cave (unknown area 303)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 17

X 1 area

Glittering Cave (unknown area 303)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 17

White 2 6 areas

Giant ChasmWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 46
Giant Chasm (forest cave)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 46–51
Giant Chasm (forest)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 46–51
Giant Chasm (outside)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 46–51
Road 13Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 36–40
Road 22Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 41–46

Black 2 6 areas

Giant ChasmWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 46
Giant Chasm (forest cave)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 46–51
Giant Chasm (forest)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 46–51
Giant Chasm (outside)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 46–51
Road 13Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 36–40
Road 22Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 41–46

XD 1 area

Citadark Isle Dome ExteriorSnagging a Pokemon from a trainer in Pokemon Colosseum or Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness. · Lv 41

White 5 areas

Giant ChasmWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 50
Giant Chasm (forest cave)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 60
Giant Chasm (forest)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 55–65
Giant Chasm (outside)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 48–58
Road 13Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 48–58

Black 5 areas

Giant ChasmWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 50
Giant Chasm (forest cave)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 60
Giant Chasm (forest)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 55–65
Giant Chasm (outside)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 48–58
Road 13Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 48–58

SoulSilver 1 area

Safari Zone WastelandWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 45–46

HeartGold 1 area

Safari Zone WastelandWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 45–46

Platinum 21 areas

Lake AcuityWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 40–41
Lake ValorWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 40–41
Lake Verity (after Galactic intervention)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 4
Lake Verity (before Galactic intervention)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 4
Mount Coronet (1F from exterior)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38
Mount Coronet (2F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38
Mount Coronet (3F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38
Mount Coronet (4F small room)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38
Mount Coronet (4F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38
Mount Coronet (5F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38–39
Mount Coronet (6F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38–40
Mount Coronet (exterior blizzard)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38–39
Mount Coronet (exterior snowfall)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38–39
Sendoff SpringWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39–40
Turnback Cave (after pillar 3)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 45–47
Turnback Cave (before pillar 1)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 18
Turnback Cave (between pillars 1 and 2)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 28
Turnback Cave (between pillars 2 and 3)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38
Turnback Cave (pillar 1)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 18
Turnback Cave (pillar 2)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38
Turnback Cave (pillar 3)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 37

Pearl 21 areas

Lake AcuityWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 34–36
Lake ValorWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 35
Lake Verity (after Galactic intervention)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 4
Lake Verity (before Galactic intervention)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 4
Mount Coronet (1F from exterior)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39–40
Mount Coronet (2F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 36–37
Mount Coronet (3F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 36–37
Mount Coronet (4F small room)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38–39
Mount Coronet (4F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38–39
Mount Coronet (5F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 40–41
Mount Coronet (6F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 40–41
Mount Coronet (exterior blizzard)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38–39
Mount Coronet (exterior snowfall)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38–39
Sendoff SpringWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 52
Turnback Cave (after pillar 3)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54–56
Turnback Cave (before pillar 1)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 44–46
Turnback Cave (between pillars 1 and 2)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54–56
Turnback Cave (between pillars 2 and 3)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 64–66
Turnback Cave (pillar 1)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54–56
Turnback Cave (pillar 2)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54–56
Turnback Cave (pillar 3)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54–56

Diamond 21 areas

Lake AcuityWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 34–36
Lake ValorWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 35
Lake Verity (after Galactic intervention)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 4
Lake Verity (before Galactic intervention)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 4
Mount Coronet (1F from exterior)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 39–40
Mount Coronet (2F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 36–37
Mount Coronet (3F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 36–37
Mount Coronet (4F small room)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38–39
Mount Coronet (4F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38–39
Mount Coronet (5F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 40–41
Mount Coronet (6F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 40–41
Mount Coronet (exterior blizzard)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38–39
Mount Coronet (exterior snowfall)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38–39
Sendoff SpringWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 52
Turnback Cave (after pillar 3)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54–56
Turnback Cave (before pillar 1)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 44–46
Turnback Cave (between pillars 1 and 2)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54–56
Turnback Cave (between pillars 2 and 3)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 64–66
Turnback Cave (pillar 1)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54–56
Turnback Cave (pillar 2)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54–56
Turnback Cave (pillar 3)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54–56

Emerald 4 areas

Meteor FallsSurfing, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 5–35
Meteor Falls (B1F)Surfing, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 5–39
Meteor Falls (back)Surfing, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 5–39
Meteor Falls (back/small room)Surfing, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 5–39

Ruby 4 areas

Meteor FallsSurfing, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 5–35
Meteor Falls (B1F)Surfing, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 5–39
Meteor Falls (back)Surfing, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 5–39
Meteor Falls (back/small room)Surfing, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 5–39