Stats & Training
Golbat's stats barely vary. 2 sit in respectable range with no real gaps. It's a blank slate for EV investment. Worth 2 Speed EVs, medium-fast 1M XP curve to max.
Every once in a while, you’ll see a Golbat that’s missing some fangs. This happens when hunger drives it to try biting a Steel-type Pokémon.
They can suck down over 10 ounces of blood in one go. They have been known to drink so much blood that they can no longer fly.
Golbat Weakness
Type-wise, Golbat takes extra damage from Electric, Ice, Psychic, and Rock. Ground moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. It resists 5 types, giving it decent defensive coverage.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Ice, Psychic, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Poison, Fairy |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Grass, Fighting, Bug |
| 0x (Immune) | Ground |
 Solgaleo PsychicSteel | S | |
Obtain MethodMahalo Trail Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Golbat View Solgaleo builds →Thunderbolt 2x64-76% Zen Headbutt 2x107-126%KO Psyshock 2x87-102%KO Rock Tomb 2x54-64% | ||
 Magnezone ElectricSteel | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Golbat View Magnezone builds →Zap Cannon 2x144-170%KO Thunderbolt 2x109-128%KO Discharge 2x97-114%KO Spark 2x51-60% | ||
 Togedemaru ElectricSteel | C | |
Obtain MethodHeahea Beach Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Golbat View Togedemaru builds →Wild Charge 2x90-106%KO Thunderbolt 2x45-54% Discharge 2x41-48% Zing Zap 2x81-96% | ||
 Carbink RockFairy | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Golbat View Carbink builds →Stone Edge 2x61-72% Power Gem 2x45-54% Ancient Power 2x35-42% Rock Tomb 2x37-44% | ||
 Lycanroc Rock | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Golbat View Lycanroc builds →Stone Edge 2x115-136%KO Rock Slide 2x87-102%KO Rock Tomb 2x69-82% Rock Throw 2x59-70% | ||
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Tapu Koko can KO Golbat with Thunderbolt (86-101%). Tapu Lele's Psychic also KOs at 106-125%.
 Tapu Koko ElectricFairy | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityElectric Surge ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Golbat View Tapu Koko builds →Thunderbolt 2x86-101%KO Volt Switch 2x67-79% Dazzling Gleam19-22% | ||
 Mamoswine IceGround | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityThickfat ItemLife Orb NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Golbat View Mamoswine builds →Ice Shard 2x33-39% Knock Off17-20% | ||
 Tapu Lele PsychicFairy | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityPsychic Surge ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Golbat View Tapu Lele builds →Moonblast28-33% Psyshock 2x95-111%KO Psychic 2x106-125%KO | ||
 Terrakion RockFighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityJustified ItemChoice Band NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Golbat View Terrakion builds →Close Combat12-15% Stone Edge 2x84-99% | ||
 Rotom ElectricGhost | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemColbur Berry NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Golbat View Rotom builds →Volt Switch 2x36-42% Hex16-20% | ||
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Evolution
Golbat is the middle stage between Zubat and Crobat. It's a three-stage line with one more evolution to go. For breeding, quick to hatch with plenty of partners via one egg group. HP has grown the most so far (+35), but there's still another 80 stats to gain in the final evolution. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Golbat to get Zubat eggs easily using 58 partners from the Flying egg group. Notable egg moves include Brave Bird, Curse, Defog and 11 more.
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Golbat Best Moveset
max HP and Defense EVs and Impish nature turn Golbat into a wall that doesn't fold easily. Eviolite brings a bulk boost that only works before full evolution for the long game, and Roost handles sustain. Infiltrator fills in the gaps.
Best Build
Golbat best EVs are Defense and HP
Wall Moveset
- Roost
- Toxic
- Defog
- Haze
Recommended Teammates
Moves
The egg pool carries weight here. Brave Bird and Curse aren't available any other way for Golbat, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Brave Bird and Fly for solid options.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Golbat in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
high spawn rates in mid-game routes across 20 locations. Golbat's one of the easier catches on the list. Two different catch methods are in play here. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Golbat in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
To get Golbat, start by catching Zubat through walking, gift, and more encounters at Lv. 6-59. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch ZubatSandy CaveUltra SunGrass Lv.6-9 Desert70%EarlySandy CaveUltra MoonGrass Lv.6-9 Desert70%EarlySeaward CaveUltra SunSurfing on water Lv.15-18 Cave55%EarlySOS from PsyduckSeaward CaveUltra SunSurfing on water Lv.15-18 Cave55%EarlySeaward CaveUltra MoonSurfing on water Lv.15-18 Cave55%EarlySOS from PsyduckSeaward CaveUltra MoonSurfing on water Lv.15-18 Cave55%EarlyVerdant Cavern - Trial SiteUltra MoonGrass Lv.8-11 Cave35%EarlyVerdant Cavern - Trial SiteUltra SunGrass Lv.8-11 Cave35%EarlyHau'oli CemeteryUltra MoonGrass Lv.6-920%EarlyHau'oli CemeteryUltra SunGrass Lv.6-920%EarlySeaward CaveUltra SunGrass Lv.9-12 Cave20%EarlySeaward CaveUltra MoonGrass Lv.9-12 Cave20%EarlyTen Carat Hill - InsideUltra SunGrass Lv.11-1420%EarlyTen Carat Hill - InsideUltra MoonGrass Lv.11-1420%EarlyDiglett's TunnelUltra MoonGrass Lv.20-23 Cave60%MidDiglett's TunnelUltra SunGrass Lv.20-23 Cave60%MidMemorial HillUltra SunGrass Lv.21-2420%MidMemorial HillUltra MoonGrass Lv.21-2420%MidPoké Pelago - Ula'ula Island reachedUltra SunGift from NPC Lv.21-275%MidPoké Pelago - Ula'ula Island reachedUltra MoonGift from NPC Lv.21-275%MidPoké Pelago - Poni Island reachedUltra SunGift from NPC Lv.37-435%LatePoké Pelago - Poni Island reachedUltra MoonGift from NPC Lv.37-435%LatePoké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedUltra SunGift from NPC Lv.49-554%PostPoké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedUltra MoonGift from NPC Lv.49-554%Post
Step 2Golbat ✓Diglett's TunnelUltra MoonGrass Lv.20-23 CaveMidSOS from ZubatDiglett's TunnelUltra SunGrass Lv.20-23 CaveMidSOS from ZubatMemorial HillUltra MoonGrass Lv.21-24MidSOS from ZubatMemorial HillUltra SunGrass Lv.21-24MidSOS from ZubatVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)Ultra MoonSurfing on water Lv.42-4580%LateVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)Ultra SunSurfing on water Lv.42-4580%LateLush Jungle - East CaveUltra MoonGrass Lv.41-44 Forest39%LateLush Jungle - East CaveUltra SunGrass Lv.41-44 Forest39%LateVast Poni Canyon - InsideUltra MoonGrass Lv.42-4530%LateVast Poni Canyon - InsideUltra SunGrass Lv.42-4530%LateVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)Ultra MoonGrass Lv.42-4530%LateVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)Ultra SunGrass Lv.42-4530%LateThrifty Megamart - Abandoned SiteUltra MoonGrass Lv.31-3420%LateThrifty Megamart - Abandoned SiteUltra SunGrass Lv.31-3420%LateResolution CaveUltra MoonGrass Lv.56-59 Cave40%PostResolution CaveUltra SunGrass Lv.56-59 Cave40%PostMount Lanakila - CaveUltra MoonGrass Lv.48-51 Cave30%PostMount Lanakila - CaveUltra SunGrass Lv.48-51 Cave30%PostResolution CaveUltra MoonGrass Lv.56-59 CavePostNightSOS from DruddigonResolution CaveUltra SunGrass Lv.56-59 CavePostNightSOS from Druddigonor evolve from Zubat (Step 1)
Golbat Guide
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Golbat isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Crobat to unlock its full potential. At 455 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Inner Focus is the go-to ability for Golbat. It prevents flinching. Its hidden ability Infiltrator can work in specific setups.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Golbat fills the support role. It's leaning toward the physical side (base 80 Attack). Base 90 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Game Availability
Golbat has been part of the series since Red & Blue, appearing in 21 titles across all 10 generations. As a Gen 1 original, it's one of the most consistently available Pokemon in the franchise.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RBDebut
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 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