Empoleon
Empoleon is a Water/Steel type Pokémon introduced in Generation 4.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0395 |
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| Type | Water Steel |
| Species | Emperor Pokémon |
| Height | 1.7 m (5′07″) |
| Weight | 84.5 kg (186.3 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Torrent Competitive (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0009 (Diamond/Pearl) 0009 (Platinum) 0009 (Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl) 0163 (Legends: Arceus) 0199 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 3 Sp. Atk |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 239 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Field, Water 1 |
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| Gender | 87.5% male, 12.5% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 84 | 278 | 372 | |
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| Attack | 86 | 159 | 298 | |
| Defense | 88 | 162 | 302 | |
| Sp. Atk | 111 | 204 | 353 | |
| Sp. Def | 101 | 186 | 331 | |
| Speed | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Total | 530 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
Empoleon changes
- In Generations 5-8, Empoleon has Defiant as its hidden ability.
- In Generation 4, Empoleon has a base experience yield of 210.
- In Generations 4-7, Empoleon has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Diamond | The three horns that extend from its beak attest to its power. The leader has the biggest horns. |
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| Pearl | It swims as fast as a jet boat. The edges of its wings are sharp and can slice apart drifting ice. |
| Platinum | If anyone were to hurt its pride, it would slash them with wings that can cleave through an ice floe. |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
It avoids unnecessary disputes, but it will decimate anything that threatens its pride. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
If anyone were to hurt its pride, it would slash them with wings that can cleave through an ice floe. |
| X Omega Ruby |
It swims as fast as a jet boat. The edges of its wings are sharp and can slice apart drifting ice. |
| Y Alpha Sapphire |
The three horns that extend from its beak attest to its power. The leader has the biggest horns. |
| Brilliant Diamond | The three horns that extend from its beak attest to its power. The leader has the biggest horns. |
| Shining Pearl | It swims as fast as a jet boat. The edges of its wings are sharp and can slice apart drifting ice. |
| Legends: Arceus | Since ancient times, it has been revered by the people of Hisui, who call it the Master of the Waves. Its wings are a match for even master-crafted blades. |
Moves learned by Empoleon
Moves learnt by level up
Empoleon does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Empoleon does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Empoleon cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Empoleon learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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| 1 | Growl | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Metal Claw | Steel | 50 | 95 | |
| 1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Water Gun | Water | 40 | 100 | |
| 11 | Swords Dance | Normal | — | — | |
| 15 | Peck | Flying | 35 | 100 | |
| 19 | Bubble Beam | Water | 65 | 100 | |
| 24 | Swagger | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 28 | Fury Attack | Normal | 15 | 85 | |
| 33 | Brine | Water | 65 | 100 | |
| 39 | Whirlpool | Water | 35 | 85 | |
| 46 | Mist | Ice | — | — | |
| 52 | Drill Peck | Flying | 80 | 100 | |
| 59 | Hydro Pump | Water | 110 | 80 | |
| 66 | Wave Crash | Water | 120 | 100 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Empoleon learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet (regardless of level).
Egg moves
Empoleon does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Moves learnt by TM
Empoleon is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
Empoleon sprites
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Where to find Empoleon
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
Evolve Piplup/Prinplup |
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| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| X Y |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Evolve Piplup/Prinplup |
| Sun Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Evolve Piplup/Prinplup |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield |
Not available in this game |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Evolve Piplup/Prinplup |
| Legends: Arceus | Islespy Shore |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Empoleon questions
- What is a good moveset for Empoleon?
- Where is the move deleter in Platinum?
- Where can I catch a ditto in Diamond?
- Why cant I breed dweeble and empoleon?
- Does my empoleon have good stats?
- Did Piplup's Hidden Ability get changed in Gen 9?
- Does Salt Cure do 1/2 of Empoleon’s health every turn?
- How is Torterra's height measured?
- Has Defiant Empoleon been released?
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Other languages
| English | Empoleon |
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| Japanese | エンペルト (Emperte) |
| German | Impoleon |
| French | Pingoléon |
| Italian | Empoleon |
| Spanish | Empoleon |
| Korean | 엠페르트 (empereuteu) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 帝王拿波 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 帝王拿波 |
| English |
Emperor Pokémon |
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| Japanese | こうていポケモン |
| German | Kaiser-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Empereur |
| Italian | Pokémon Imperatore |
| Spanish | Pokémon Emperador |
| Korean | 황제포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 皇帝宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 皇帝寶可夢 |
Name origin
- emperor
- ruler; a species of penguin
- Napoleon
- French naval leader


