Stats & Training
Gabite's spread isn't flashy. Attack leads, Sp. Atk trails, 2 stats clear the bar. Tough to catch and worth 2 Attack EVs, on a slow 1.25M XP grind.
In rare cases, it molts and sheds its scales. Medicine containing its scales as an ingredient will make a weary body feel invigorated.
Shiny objects are its passion. It can be found in its cave, scarcely moving, its gaze fixed on the jewels it’s amassed or Carbink it has caught.
Gabite Weakness
Gabite is weak to Ice, Dragon, and Fairy. Watch out for Ice attacks, those deal 4x damage. On the flip side, it's immune to Electric-type moves entirely. Gabite leans offensive (base 90 Atk) rather than trying to tank its weaknesses.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Ice |
| 2x (Weak) | Dragon, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Poison, Rock |
| 0x (Immune) | Electric |
 Whimsicott GrassFairy | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gabite View Whimsicott builds →Moonblast 2x99-117%KO Dazzling Gleam 2x83-99% | ||
 Ribombee BugFairy | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gabite View Ribombee builds →Dazzling Gleam 2x98-115%KO Draining Kiss 2x62-73% Fairy Wind 2x50-59% | ||
 Shiinotic GrassFairy | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gabite View Shiinotic builds →Moonblast 2x112-132%KO Dazzling Gleam 2x94-111%KO | ||
 Vanilluxe Ice | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gabite View Vanilluxe builds →Blizzard 4x303-357%KO Ice Beam 4x250-294%KO Freeze-Dry 4x196-231%KO Avalanche 4x131-155%KO | ||
 Delibird Ice | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Gabite View Delibird builds →Blizzard 4x199-235%KO Ice Beam 4x164-193%KO Frost Breath 4x110-130%KO | ||
In Sun & Moon, Tapu Koko can KO Gabite with Dazzling Gleam (100-118%). Mamoswine threatens a KO with Ice Shard (107-126%). Hydreigon's Draco Meteor also KOs at 132-155%.
 Tapu Koko ElectricFairy | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityElectric Surge ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Gabite View Tapu Koko builds →Dazzling Gleam 2x100-118%KO | ||
 Mamoswine IceGround | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityThickfat ItemLife Orb NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Gabite View Mamoswine builds →Earthquake65-77% Ice Shard 4x107-126%KO Knock Off29-34% | ||
 Hydreigon DarkDragon | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemChoice Scarf NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Gabite View Hydreigon builds →Draco Meteor 2x132-155%KO Dark Pulse41-48% U Turn13-16% | ||
 Dragonite Dragon | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMultiscale ItemFlyiniumz NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Gabite View Dragonite builds →Earthquake34-40% Extreme Speed27-32% Fly46-55% | ||
 Lapras WaterIce | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityHydration ItemLeftovers NatureHardy Moves
Damage vs Gabite View Lapras builds →Surf35-41% | ||
Sun & Moon Evolution
Gabite is the middle stage between Gible and Garchomp. It's a three-stage line with one more evolution to go. For breeding, takes forever to hatch with plenty of partners via two egg groups. Speed has grown the most so far (+40), but there's still another 190 stats to gain in the final evolution. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Gabite to get Gible eggs easily using 57 partners from the Dragon and Monster egg groups. Notable egg moves include Body Slam, Double-Edge, Dragon Breath and 10 more.
Sun & Moon Gabite Best Moveset
The 50% bulk from Eviolite is no joke. Gabite takes hits that fully evolved Pokemon can't, especially with max HP and Speed EVs pushing the balanced side. Draco Meteor gives it offensive presence.
Best Build
Gabite best EVs are HP and Speed
Bulky Support Moveset
- Draco Meteor
- Dragon Pulse
- Earth Power
- Fire Blast
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Egg moves make a real difference. Gabite gets Body Slam and Double-Edge exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Coverage across 8 types rounds out the picture alongside Draco Meteor and Outrage.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Gabite in Sun & Moon
moderate rates for Gabite across 4 locations in mid-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Gabite in Sun & Moon
The path to Gabite starts with Gible at Lv. 28-31 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Obtain Gible
Step 2Gabite ✓Haina DesertMoonGrass Lv.28-31 Desert10%MidSOS chain (sandstorm)Haina DesertMoonGrass Lv.28-31 Desert10%MidSOS chain (sandstorm)Haina DesertSunGrass Lv.28-31 Desert10%MidSOS chain (sandstorm)Haina DesertSunGrass Lv.28-31 Desert10%MidSOS chain (sandstorm)or evolve from Gible (Step 1)
Gabite Guide
In Sun & Moon, Gabite isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Garchomp to unlock its full potential. At 410 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Sand Veil is the go-to ability for Gabite. It increases evasion to 1.25× during a sandstorm. Its hidden ability Rough Skin can work in specific setups.
In Sun & Moon, Gabite fills the balanced role. It's a physical attacker with base 90 Attack. Base 82 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many.
Game Availability
Gabite first appeared in Diamond & Pearl and has been available in 14 games across 7 generations. Obtainable through catching or hatching as a base form in most titles where it appears.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DPDebut
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