Gigalith
Gigalith is a Rock type Pokémon introduced in Generation 5.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0526 |
|---|---|
| Type | Rock |
| Species | Compressed Pokémon |
| Height | 1.7 m (5′07″) |
| Weight | 260.0 kg (573.2 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Sturdy 2. Sand Stream Sand Force (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0032 (Black/White) 0070 (Black 2/White 2) 0122 (X/Y — Coastal Kalos) 0100 (Sun/Moon — Alola dex) 0122 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) 0170 (Sword/Shield) 0156 (The Isle of Armor) |
Training
| EV yield | 3 Attack |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 232 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Mineral |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 15 (3,599–3,855 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 85 | 280 | 374 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 135 | 247 | 405 | |
| Defense | 130 | 238 | 394 | |
| Sp. Atk | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Sp. Def | 80 | 148 | 284 | |
| Speed | 25 | 49 | 163 | |
| Total | 515 | 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
Gigalith changes
- In Generations 5-6, Gigalith does not have the Sand Stream ability.
- In Generation 5, Gigalith has a base Special Defense of 70.
- In Generation 5, Gigalith has a base experience yield of 227.
- In Generations 5-7, Gigalith has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Black | Compressing the energy from its internal core lets it fire off an attack capable of blowing away a mountain. |
|---|---|
| White | The solar energy absorbed by its body’s orange crystals is magnified internally and fired from its mouth. |
| Black 2 White 2 |
The solar rays it absorbs are processed in its energy core and fired as a ball of light. |
| X Omega Ruby |
The solar rays it absorbs are processed in its energy core and fired as a ball of light. |
| Y Alpha Sapphire |
Compressing the energy from its internal core lets it fire off an attack capable of blowing away a mountain. |
| Sun | The blasts of energy it makes from sunbeams have terrifying power. However, it’s not able to fire its blasts at night or on rainy days. |
| Moon | Known for its hefty horsepower, this Pokémon is a popular partner for construction workers. |
| Ultra Sun | When it fires off energy with all its might, the power creates countless fissures on its body. |
| Ultra Moon | It absorbs rays of sunlight and shoots out energy. It’s usually lurking deep beneath the surface. |
| Sword | This hardy Pokémon can often be found on construction sites and in mines, working alongside people and Copperajah. |
| Shield | Although its energy blasts can blow away a dump truck, they have a limitation— they can only be fired when the sun is out. |
Moves learned by Gigalith
Moves learnt by level up
Gigalith does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Gigalith does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Gigalith cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Gigalith learns the following moves in Pokémon Sword & Shield at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harden | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | Power Gem | Rock | 80 | 100 | |
| 1 | Sand Attack | Ground | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Stealth Rock | Rock | — | — | |
| 1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 12 | Mud-Slap | Ground | 20 | 100 | |
| 16 | Smack Down | Rock | 50 | 100 | |
| 20 | Iron Defense | Steel | — | — | |
| 24 | Headbutt | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 30 | Rock Slide | Rock | 75 | 90 | |
| 36 | Rock Blast | Rock | 25 | 90 | |
| 42 | Sandstorm | Rock | — | — | |
| 48 | Stone Edge | Rock | 100 | 80 | |
| 54 | Explosion | Normal | 250 | 100 |
Egg moves
Gigalith learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Sword & Shield. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Gigalith gen 8 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autotomize | Steel | — | — | |
| Curse | Ghost | — | — | |
| Gravity | Psychic | — | — | |
| Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
| Wide Guard | Rock | — | — |
Move Tutor moves
Gigalith can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Sword & Shield from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meteor Beam | Rock | 120 | 90 |
Moves learnt by TM
Gigalith is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 09 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 11 | Solar Beam | Grass | 120 | 100 | |
| 20 | Self-Destruct | Normal | 200 | 100 | |
| 21 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 22 | Rock Slide | Rock | 75 | 90 | |
| 24 | Snore | Normal | 50 | 100 | |
| 25 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 31 | Attract | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 32 | Sandstorm | Rock | — | — | |
| 39 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 46 | Weather Ball | Normal | 50 | 100 | |
| 48 | Rock Tomb | Rock | 60 | 95 | |
| 49 | Sand Tomb | Ground | 35 | 85 | |
| 54 | Rock Blast | Rock | 25 | 90 | |
| 76 | Round | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
| 81 | Bulldoze | Ground | 60 | 100 | |
| 98 | Stomping Tantrum | Ground | 75 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TR
Gigalith is compatible with these Technical Records in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TR | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Earthquake | Ground | 100 | 100 | |
| 20 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 26 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 27 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 39 | Superpower | Fighting | 120 | 100 | |
| 46 | Iron Defense | Steel | — | — | |
| 63 | Power Gem | Rock | 80 | 100 | |
| 67 | Earth Power | Ground | 90 | 100 | |
| 70 | Flash Cannon | Steel | 80 | 100 | |
| 74 | Iron Head | Steel | 80 | 100 | |
| 75 | Stone Edge | Rock | 100 | 80 | |
| 76 | Stealth Rock | Rock | — | — | |
| 79 | Heavy Slam | Steel | — | 100 | |
| 95 | Throat Chop | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 99 | Body Press | Fighting | 80 | 100 |
Gigalith sprites
Where to find Gigalith
| Black White |
Evolve Roggenrola/Boldore |
|---|---|
| Black 2 White 2 |
Route 7 |
| X Y Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Evolve Roggenrola/Boldore |
| Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Evolve Roggenrola/Boldore |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield |
Evolve Roggenrola/Boldore |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Gigalith questions
- What is a good moveset for Gigalith?
- Which double battle abilities have priority?
- Why didn't my Gigalith learn Stone Edge at Level 48?
- Is this a glitch or something?
- Is Explosion a good move for Gigalith?
- Gigalith or Golem for Stealth rock Explosion set?
- Emolga or Gigalith for beating Skyla?
- Who is the best Sand Streamer in Gen 8 OU?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
| English | Gigalith |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ギガイアス (Gigaiath) |
| German | Brockoloss |
| French | Gigalithe |
| Italian | Gigalith |
| Spanish | Gigalith |
| Korean | 기가이어스 (gigaieoseu) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 庞岩怪 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 龐岩怪 |
| English |
Compressed Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | こうあつポケモン |
| German | Kompressions-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Surpression |
| Italian | Pokémon Pressionalta |
| Spanish | Pokémon Presurizado |
| Korean | 고압포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 高压宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 高壓寶可夢 |
Name origin
- giga-
- huge, giant
- -lith
- suffix referring to rock


