Stats & Training
Attack and Defense carry most of Feraligatr's stat budget. Speed's the obvious dump stat. Tough to catch and yields 3 Attack and Defense EVs. Follows a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
It opens its huge mouth to intimidate enemies. In battle, it runs using its thick and powerful hind legs to charge the foe with incredible speed.
Feraligatr Weakness
Feraligatr is weak to Electric and Grass. 4 resistances help offset the weaknesses. With 85 HP and balanced defenses, Feraligatr can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Grass |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Ice, Steel |
- Dark and Steel types added — Fairy does not exist yet
- Moves are Physical or Special based on type, not per move
In Emerald, Magneton's Thunderbolt hits Feraligatr for 84-98%. Jolteon's Thunderbolt hits Feraligatr for 72-85%.
 Magneton ElectricSteel | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityMagnetpull ItemMagnet NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Feraligatr View Magneton builds →Thunderbolt 2x84-98% | ||
 Jolteon Electric | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityVoltabsorb ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Feraligatr View Jolteon builds →Thunderbolt 2x72-85% | ||
 Breloom GrassFighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityEffect Spore ItemLeftovers NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Feraligatr View Breloom builds →Mach Punch20-23% | ||
 Venusaur GrassPoison | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityOvergrow ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Feraligatr View Venusaur builds →Giga Drain 2x53-63% Sludge Bomb23-26% | ||
Emerald Evolution
End of the line. Feraligatr caps a three-stage chain that started at Totodile. Breeding produces the base form, and eggs are average hatch time. Attack grew the most through evolution (+40 over Totodile), and Feraligatr peaks at 530 total stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Feraligatr to get Totodile eggs easily using 49 partners from the Monster and Water1 egg groups. Notable egg moves include Ancient Power, Crunch, Dragon Claw and 5 more.
Emerald Feraligatr Best Moveset
Feraligatr runs a standard defensive wall set. Careful nature with spread EVs shapes the build, while Leftovers brings passive recovery each turn. Torrent supports the kit from the background.
Best Build
Feraligatr best EVs are Attack and Sp. Def
Physical Tank Moveset
- Earthquake
- Surf
- Ice Beam
- Rock Slide
Recommended Teammates
Moves
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 10 types means almost nothing walls Feraligatr cleanly, with Hydro Pump and Surf anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
How to Get Feraligatr in Emerald
Feraligatr doesn't appear wild. Catch Totodile instead, it shows up but it's a rare spawn. Evolve it at level 30 to get Feraligatr. The 3-stage chain is mapped in the step cards below.
Feraligatr Guide
In Emerald, Sheer Force changes the entire equation for Feraligatr. The 530 BST doesn't tell the full story. Ranked C-Tier as an attacker. Earthquake with Leftovers is the standard set.
Sheer Force is what you want on Feraligatr. Every competitive set worth running is built with that ability in mind. The alternatives (Torrent) work on paper but Sheer Force is what makes Feraligatr worth using.
Base 78 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Feraligatr is a special attacker with base 79 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two. Best used as an attacker.
In Emerald, Sheer Force is the hidden ability. It strengthens moves with extra effects to 1.3× their power, but prevents their extra effects. Worth hunting for if you want Feraligatr to compete at a higher level.
Game Availability
Available in 17 titles since its debut in Gold & Silver, Feraligatr spans 9 generations of Pokemon games. It's accessible through wild encounters in most mainline games.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GSDebut
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves