Stats & Training
You won't find a real weakness in Wartortle's stat line. It's well-rounded for the Turtle Pokemon, and what it does with that depends on moveset and items. Yields 2 Defense and Sp. Def EVs, on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
When tapped on its head, this Pokémon will pull it in, but its tail will stick out a little bit.
When tapped on its head, this Pokémon will pull it in, but its tail will stick out a little bit.
Wartortle Weakness
Wartortle is weak to Electric and Grass. The Water typing picks up 4 resistances to work with. Wartortle's Water typing only leaves 2 gaps to cover.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Grass |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Ice, Steel |
 Venusaur GrassPoison | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Wartortle View Venusaur builds →Power Whip 2x104-123%KO Petal Dance 2x123-146%KO Razor Leaf 2x49-58% Vine Whip 2x42-49% | ||
 Parasect BugGrass | C | |
 Pikachu Electric | C | |
Obtain MethodPallet Town Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Wartortle View Pikachu builds →Thunder 2x66-78% Thunderbolt 2x54-65% Thunder Shock 2x26-31% | ||
In Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee, Zapdos can KO Wartortle with Thunderbolt (122-144%). Jolteon threatens a KO with Thunderbolt (123-145%). Venusaur's Giga Drain also KOs at 105-124%.
 Zapdos Electric | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityStatic ItemLeftovers NatureCalm Moves
Damage vs Wartortle View Zapdos builds →Heat Wave21-25% Thunderbolt 2x122-144%KO | ||
 Jolteon Electric | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityVoltabsorb ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Wartortle View Jolteon builds →Shadow Ball36-43% Discharge 2x109-129%KO Volt Switch 2x95-112%KO Thunderbolt 2x123-145%KO | ||
Venusaur GrassPoison | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityChlorophyll ItemFocus Sash NatureMild Moves
Damage vs Wartortle View Venusaur builds →Sludge Bomb63-74% Giga Drain 2x105-124%KO | ||
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee Evolution
Wartortle sits between Squirtle and Blastoise in this three-stage line. Not the final form yet. For breeding, average hatch time with a decent partner pool via two egg groups. Sp.Def has grown the most so far (+16), but there's still another 125 stats to gain in the final evolution. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee Wartortle Best Moveset
Best Build
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee uses different battle mechanics.
Competitive build content is not applicable for this game. Select a main series game for builds.
Moves
The level-up pool tells the story here. Wartortle learns Hydro Pump and Skull Bash naturally, plus enough variety that TMs feel like bonuses. Coverage across 8 types extends the reach beyond that.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
How to Get Wartortle in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
Can't catch Wartortle directly. Start with Squirtle at moderate rates from the locations below, then evolve at level 16. The 2-stage line from Squirtle to Wartortle is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Wartortle in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
The path to Wartortle starts with Squirtle at Lv. 7-44 via walking and gift encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch SquirtleRoute 24Let's Go EeveeGrass Lv.7-12 RouteRareEarlyUnique encounterRoute 24Let's Go PikachuGrass Lv.7-12 RouteRareEarlyUnique encounterRoute 25Let's Go EeveeGrass Lv.9-14 RouteRareEarlyUnique encounterRoute 25Let's Go PikachuGrass Lv.9-14 RouteRareEarlyUnique encounterVermilion City - CityLet's Go PikachuGift from NPC Lv.16 CityMidGift from policewoman (60 caught)Vermilion City - CityLet's Go EeveeGift from NPC Lv.16 CityMidGift from policewoman (60 caught)Seafoam Islands - Area 1Let's Go PikachuGrass Lv.39-44 WaterRareLateUnique encounterSeafoam Islands - Area 1Let's Go EeveeGrass Lv.39-44 WaterRareLateUnique encounter
Step 2Wartortle ✓
Wartortle Guide
At 405 BST, Wartortle is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Blastoise before bringing it to any serious fight.
Torrent is the go-to ability for Wartortle. It strengthens water moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less. Its hidden ability Rain Dish can work in specific setups.
Wartortle is leaning toward the special side (base 65 Sp. Atk). Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. Speed tells the real story. At base 58 Speed, it won't be moving first often.
Game Availability
Present since Red & Blue, Wartortle appears in 21 games spanning 10 generations. Gen 1 originals like Wartortle have the longest track record of availability in the series.
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