Stats & Training
An unusually even spread gives Golduck flexibility. Sp. Atk barely edges ahead. But Defense isn't far off. Moderately hard to find and follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve. Yields 2 Sp. Atk EVs.
The webbed flippers on its forelegs and hind legs and the streamlined body of Golduck give it frightening speed. This Pokémon is definitely much faster than even the most athletic swimmer.
Golduck is the fastest swimmer among all Pokémon. It swims effortlessly, even in a rough, stormy sea. It sometimes rescues people from wrecked ships floundering in high seas.
Golduck Weakness
Golduck's Water typing leaves it vulnerable to Electric and Grass. 4 resistances help offset the weaknesses. With 80 HP and balanced defenses, Golduck can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Grass |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Ice, Steel |
In Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, Serperior's Leaf Storm hits Golduck for 78-92%. Zapdos's Thunderbolt hits Golduck for 66-77%.
 Serperior Grass | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityContrary ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Golduck View Serperior builds →Leaf Storm 2x78-92% | ||
 Zapdos Electric | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityStatic ItemSitrus Berry NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Golduck View Zapdos builds →Heat Wave12-13% Thunderbolt 2x66-77% | ||
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire Evolution
Evolved from Psyduck. Golduck is the final form in this two-stage line. A massive partner pool for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. HP grew the most through evolution (+30 over Psyduck), and Golduck peaks at 500 total stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Golduck to get Psyduck eggs easily using 200 partners from the Ground and Water1 egg groups. Notable egg moves include Clear Smog, Confuse Ray, Cross Chop and 12 more.
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire Golduck Best Moveset
Golduck's built to absorb hits. Bold nature leans into physical wall duty, Focus Sash gives it a guaranteed survive from full HP, and the moveset handles sustain. Damp and HP-heavy investment EVs tie the defensive profile together.
Best Build
Golduck best EVs are HP and Sp. Def
Wall Moveset
- Encore
- Simple Beam
- Aqua Jet
- Toxic
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Breadth over depth defines this movepool. Golduck won't stack one type's damage ceiling, but coverage across 11 types means it always has an effective option. Hydro Pump and Aqua Tail anchor the STAB core.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Golduck in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire
Can't catch Golduck directly. Start with Psyduck at solid rates from the locations below, then evolve at level 33. The 2-stage line from Psyduck to Golduck is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Golduck in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire
Psyduck is your first catch on the way to Golduck. You'll find walking and surfing encounters from Lv. 15-30 across 32 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch PsyduckSafari Zone - Area 1Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.15 Facility5%EarlyHorde battleSafari Zone - Area 1Omega RubyGrass Lv.15 Facility5%EarlyHorde battleSafari Zone - Area 2Omega RubyGrass Lv.15 Facility5%EarlyHorde battleSafari Zone - Area 2Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.15 Facility5%EarlyHorde battleSafari Zone - Area 3Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.15 Facility5%EarlyHorde battleSafari Zone - Area 3Omega RubyGrass Lv.15 Facility5%EarlyHorde battleSafari Zone - Area 4Omega RubyGrass Lv.15 Facility5%EarlyHorde battleSafari Zone - Area 4Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.15 Facility5%EarlyHorde battleSafari Zone - Area 1Omega RubySurfing on water Lv.20-30 Facility100%MidSafari Zone - Area 1Alpha SapphireSurfing on water Lv.20-30 Facility100%MidSafari Zone - Area 2Alpha SapphireSurfing on water Lv.20-30 Facility100%MidSafari Zone - Area 2Omega RubySurfing on water Lv.20-30 Facility100%MidSafari Zone - Area 3Alpha SapphireSurfing on water Lv.20-30 Facility100%MidSafari Zone - Area 3Omega RubySurfing on water Lv.20-30 Facility100%MidSafari Zone - Area 4Omega RubySurfing on water Lv.20-30 Facility100%MidSafari Zone - Area 4Alpha SapphireSurfing on water Lv.20-30 Facility100%MidSafari Zone - Area 1Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.27-29 Facility30%MidSafari Zone - Area 1Omega RubyGrass Lv.27-29 Facility30%MidTall grass onlySafari Zone - Area 1Omega RubyGrass Lv.27-29 Facility30%MidSafari Zone - Area 1Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.27-29 Facility30%MidTall grass onlySafari Zone - Area 2Omega RubyGrass Lv.27-29 Facility30%MidTall grass onlySafari Zone - Area 2Omega RubyGrass Lv.27-29 Facility30%MidSafari Zone - Area 2Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.27-29 Facility30%MidTall grass onlySafari Zone - Area 2Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.27-29 Facility30%MidSafari Zone - Area 3Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.27-29 Facility30%MidTall grass onlySafari Zone - Area 3Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.27-29 Facility30%MidSafari Zone - Area 3Omega RubyGrass Lv.27-29 Facility30%MidTall grass onlySafari Zone - Area 3Omega RubyGrass Lv.27-29 Facility30%MidSafari Zone - Area 4Omega RubyGrass Lv.27-29 Facility30%MidTall grass onlySafari Zone - Area 4Omega RubyGrass Lv.27-29 Facility30%MidSafari Zone - Area 4Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.27-29 Facility30%MidTall grass onlySafari Zone - Area 4Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.27-29 Facility30%Mid
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Golduck Guide
In Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, Swift Swim changes the entire equation for Golduck. The 500 BST doesn't tell the full story. Ranked C-Tier. Encore with Focus Sash is the standard set.
Swift Swim is what you want on Golduck. Every competitive set worth running is built with that ability in mind. The alternatives (Damp, Cloud Nine) work on paper but Swift Swim is what makes Golduck worth using.
Base 85 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Golduck is leaning toward the special side (base 95 Sp. Atk). Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two.
In Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, run Encore, Simplebeam, Aqua Jet, and Toxic on Golduck. Encore is the most common pick at 17% usage. This set covers the balanced role with a mix of damage and utility.
Game Availability
One of the original 151, Golduck has appeared in 21 games — nearly every mainline game. From Red & Blue through the latest titles, it's rarely been left out of a regional Pokedex.
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