Stats & Training
Nothing fancy in Raticate's spread. It leans physical with Speed out front. And you'll get 2 Speed EVs per KO for it. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It has an incredibly greedy personality. Its nest is filled with so much food gathered by Rattata at its direction, it can’t possibly eat it all.
It commands a nest of Rattata. Different nests don’t get along, whipping up severe fights over feeding grounds.
Raticate Weakness
Raticate is weak to Fighting. On the flip side, it's immune to Ghost-type moves entirely. Raticate's Normal typing only leaves 1 gap to cover.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
 Kommo-o DragonFighting | B | |
Obtain MethodHeahea Beach Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Raticate View Kommo-o builds →Sky Uppercut 2x122-143%KO Brick Break 2x108-127%KO | ||
 Hawlucha Fighting | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Raticate View Hawlucha builds →High Jump Kick 2x161-189%KO Flying Press 2x123-145%KO Brick Break 2x94-111%KO Karate Chop 2x62-74% | ||
 Bewear NormalFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodHauoli City Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Raticate View Bewear builds →Hammer Arm 2x158-187%KO Brick Break 2x119-141%KO | ||
 Hariyama Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Raticate View Hariyama builds →Close Combat 2x184-217%KO Brick Break 2x115-136%KO Vital Throw 2x108-127%KO Wake-Up Slap 2x108-127%KO | ||
 Primeape Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Raticate View Primeape builds →Close Combat 2x165-194%KO Cross Chop 2x137-162%KO Brick Break 2x104-122%KO Karate Chop 2x70-83% | ||
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Cobalion can KO Raticate with Close Combat (185-218%). Machamp's Rock Slide hits Raticate for 54-64%.
 Cobalion SteelFighting | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityJustified ItemFightiniumz NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Raticate View Cobalion builds →Close Combat 2x185-218%KO Stone Edge51-61% | ||
 Machamp Fighting | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityNoguard ItemLeftovers NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Raticate View Machamp builds →Bullet Punch29-34% Knock Off47-55% Rock Slide54-64% | ||
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Evolution
Raticate is what Rattata becomes. Breed it for Rattata eggs (quick to hatch). A massive partner pool for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are quick to hatch. The evolution from Rattata pushed Raticate to 413 total stats. Sp.Def saw the largest single gain at +35. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Raticate to get Rattata eggs easily using 218 partners from the Ground egg group. Notable egg moves include Bite, Counter, Final Gambit and 8 more.
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Raticate Best Moveset
Raticate keeps momentum with U-turn, switching out after dealing damage or scouting. Flame Orb gives it self-burn for Guts activation, max Attack and Speed EVs let it hit hard on the way out, and the remaining moves prevents dead turns.
Best Build
Raticate best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Sucker Punch
- Facade
- Quick Attack
- U Turn
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Double-Edge and Blizzard bring the raw damage. But Raticate also picks up coverage across 13 types from TMs, making it tough to find a safe switch. You're not locked into one angle here.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Raticate in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Raticate's scattered across 33 spots in mid-game routes with high spawn rates. Check the list below for the closest location to wherever you are in the game. This one's quick.
Where To Catch Raticate in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Rattata is your first catch on the way to Raticate. You'll find walking and gift encounters from Lv. 2-57 across 54 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch RattataVerdant Cavern - Trial SiteUltra MoonGrass Lv.10 Cave100%EarlyShaking spotRoute 1 - WestUltra SunGrass Lv.2-3 Route35%EarlyNightRoute 1 - WestUltra MoonGrass Lv.2-3 Route35%EarlyNightKala'e BayUltra SunGrass Lv.15-18 Water30%EarlyNightKala'e BayUltra MoonGrass Lv.15-18 Water30%EarlyNightRoute 1 - EastUltra MoonGrass Lv.2-3 Route20%EarlyNightRoute 1 - EastUltra SunGrass Lv.2-3 Route20%EarlyNightRoute 1 - SouthUltra SunGrass Lv.11-14 Route20%EarlyNightRoute 1 - SouthUltra MoonGrass Lv.11-14 Route20%EarlyNightRoute 2 - SouthUltra SunGrass Lv.6-9 Route10%EarlyNightRoute 2 - SouthUltra MoonGrass Lv.6-9 Route10%EarlyNightRoute 2 - NorthUltra SunGrass Lv.7-10 Route10%EarlyNightRoute 2 - NorthUltra MoonGrass Lv.7-10 Route10%EarlyNightRoute 4Ultra SunGrass Lv.11-14 Route10%EarlyNightRoute 4Ultra MoonGrass Lv.11-14 Route10%EarlyNightRoute 6 - NorthUltra SunGrass Lv.14-17 Route10%EarlyNightRoute 6 - NorthUltra MoonGrass Lv.14-17 Route10%EarlyNightRoute 6 - SouthUltra SunGrass Lv.14-17 Route10%EarlyNightRoute 6 - SouthUltra MoonGrass Lv.14-17 Route10%EarlyNightRoute 8Ultra SunGrass Lv.17-20 Route30%MidNightRoute 8Ultra MoonGrass Lv.17-20 Route30%MidNight
Step 2Raticate ✓Route 10Ultra MoonGrass Lv.26-29 Route30%MidNightRoute 10Ultra SunGrass Lv.26-29 Route30%MidNightRoute 14Ultra MoonGrass Lv.30-33 Route30%MidNightRoute 14Ultra SunGrass Lv.30-33 Route30%MidNightRoute 15Ultra MoonGrass Lv.30-33 Route30%MidNightRoute 15Ultra SunGrass Lv.30-33 Route30%MidNightTapu VillageUltra SunGrass Lv.30-33 City30%MidNightTapu VillageUltra MoonGrass Lv.30-33 City30%MidNightAkala OutskirtsUltra MoonGrass Lv.21-2420%MidNightAkala OutskirtsUltra SunGrass Lv.21-2420%MidNightMount Lanakila - BaseUltra SunGrass Lv.30-33 Cave20%MidNightMount Lanakila - BaseUltra MoonGrass Lv.30-33 Cave20%MidNightRoute 8Ultra SunGrass Lv.17-20 RouteMidNightSOS from Rattata (Alolan Rattata)Route 8Ultra MoonGrass Lv.17-20 RouteMidNightSOS from Rattata (Alolan Rattata)Heahea BeachUltra MoonGift from NPC Lv.20 WaterMidTotem gift (20 stickers)Route 16 - EastUltra MoonGrass Lv.32-35 Route30%LateNightRoute 16 - EastUltra SunGrass Lv.32-35 Route30%LateNightRoute 16 - WestUltra SunGrass Lv.32-35 Route20%LateNightRoute 16 - WestUltra MoonGrass Lv.32-35 Route20%LateNightRoute 17 - NortheastUltra SunGrass Lv.33-36 Route20%LateNightRoute 17 - NortheastUltra MoonGrass Lv.33-36 Route20%LateNightRoute 17 - WestUltra SunGrass Lv.33-36 Route20%LateNightRoute 17 - WestUltra MoonGrass Lv.33-36 Route20%LateNightPoni Plains - CenterUltra SunGrass Lv.54-5770%PostNightShaking spotPoni Plains - CenterUltra MoonGrass Lv.54-5770%PostNightShaking spotPoni Plains - CenterUltra SunGrass Lv.54-5730%PostNightPoni Plains - CenterUltra MoonGrass Lv.54-5730%PostNightPoni Plains - EastUltra SunGrass Lv.54-5730%PostNightPoni Plains - EastUltra MoonGrass Lv.54-5730%PostNightPoni Plains - NorthUltra SunGrass Lv.54-5730%PostNightPoni Plains - NorthUltra MoonGrass Lv.54-5730%PostNightPoni Plains - WestUltra MoonGrass Lv.54-5710%PostNightPoni Plains - WestUltra SunGrass Lv.54-5710%PostNightor evolve from Rattata (Step 1)
Raticate Guide
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Raticate's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Rattata evolves into Raticate at level 20. Raticate is the fully evolved form. It sits at 413 BST in its evolved form.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Raticate can work for a story run. 413 BST is average, but Normal typing fills a niche depending on your team composition.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Raticate brings 413 BST to the table. C-Tier on our list: a niche pick in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon's meta. Sucker Punch with Flame Orb is the standard set.
Run Away is the go-to ability for Raticate. It ensures success fleeing from wild battles. Its hidden ability Hustle can work in specific setups. Guts is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
Game Availability
Available since Red & Blue, Raticate appears in 18 games spanning 10 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained an Alolan form in Generation 7.
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- 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 7SMAlolan
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