Grapploct
Grapploct is a Fighting type Pokémon introduced in Generation 8.
Evolution of Clobbopus.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0853 |
|---|---|
| Type | Fighting |
| Species | Tantrum Pokémon |
| Height | 1.6 m (5′03″) |
| Weight | 39.0 kg (86.0 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Limber Technician (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0352 (Sword/Shield) 0130 (The Isle of Armor) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Attack |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 168 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Human-Like, Water 1 |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 25 (6,169–6,425 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 80 | 270 | 364 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 118 | 216 | 368 | |
| Defense | 90 | 166 | 306 | |
| Sp. Atk | 70 | 130 | 262 | |
| Sp. Def | 80 | 148 | 284 | |
| Speed | 42 | 80 | 201 | |
| Total | 480 | 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
Pokédex entries
| Sword | A body made up of nothing but muscle makes the grappling moves this Pokémon performs with its tentacles tremendously powerful. |
|---|---|
| Shield | Searching for an opponent to test its skills against, it emerges onto land. Once the battle is over, it returns to the sea. |
Moves learned by Grapploct
Moves learnt by level up
Grapploct does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Grapploct does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Grapploct cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Grapploct learns the following moves in Pokémon Sword & Shield at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bind | Normal | 15 | 85 | |
| 1 | Feint | Normal | 30 | 100 | |
| 1 | Leer | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Octazooka | Water | 65 | 85 | |
| 1 | Octolock | Fighting | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Rock Smash | Fighting | 40 | 100 | |
| 15 | Detect | Fighting | — | — | |
| 20 | Brick Break | Fighting | 75 | 100 | |
| 25 | Bulk Up | Fighting | — | — | |
| 30 | Submission | Fighting | 80 | 80 | |
| 35 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 40 | Reversal | Fighting | — | 100 | |
| 45 | Superpower | Fighting | 120 | 100 | |
| 50 | Topsy-Turvy | Dark | — | — |
Moves learnt on evolution
Grapploct learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Sword & Shield (regardless of level).
Egg moves
Grapploct learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Sword & Shield. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Grapploct gen 8 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Circle Throw | Fighting | 60 | 90 | |
| Pain Split | Normal | — | — | |
| Power-Up Punch | Fighting | 40 | 100 | |
| Seismic Toss | Fighting | — | 100 | |
| Soak | Water | — | 100 | |
| Sucker Punch | Dark | 70 | 100 |
Move Tutor moves
Grapploct can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Sword & Shield from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coaching | Fighting | — | — | |
| Skitter Smack | Bug | 70 | 90 |
Moves learnt by TM
Grapploct is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00 | Mega Punch | Normal | 80 | 85 | |
| 04 | Ice Punch | Ice | 75 | 100 | |
| 08 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 09 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 15 | Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | |
| 21 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 24 | Snore | Normal | 50 | 100 | |
| 25 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 26 | Scary Face | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 31 | Attract | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 36 | Whirlpool | Water | 35 | 85 | |
| 39 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 42 | Revenge | Fighting | 60 | 100 | |
| 43 | Brick Break | Fighting | 75 | 100 | |
| 45 | Dive | Water | 80 | 100 | |
| 53 | Mud Shot | Ground | 55 | 95 | |
| 55 | Brine | Water | 65 | 100 | |
| 57 | Payback | Dark | 50 | 100 | |
| 63 | Drain Punch | Fighting | 75 | 100 | |
| 76 | Round | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
| 79 | Retaliate | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 97 | Brutal Swing | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 98 | Stomping Tantrum | Ground | 75 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TR
Grapploct is compatible with these Technical Records in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TR | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Body Slam | Normal | 85 | 100 | |
| 03 | Hydro Pump | Water | 110 | 80 | |
| 04 | Surf | Water | 90 | 100 | |
| 16 | Waterfall | Water | 80 | 100 | |
| 20 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 21 | Reversal | Fighting | — | 100 | |
| 26 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 27 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 37 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 39 | Superpower | Fighting | 120 | 100 | |
| 45 | Muddy Water | Water | 90 | 85 | |
| 48 | Bulk Up | Fighting | — | — | |
| 53 | Close Combat | Fighting | 120 | 100 | |
| 64 | Focus Blast | Fighting | 120 | 70 | |
| 85 | Work Up | Normal | — | — | |
| 98 | Liquidation | Water | 85 | 100 |
Grapploct sprites
Where to find Grapploct
| Sword Shield |
Evolve Clobbopus |
|---|---|
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Grapploct questions
Other languages
| English | Grapploct |
|---|---|
| Japanese | オトスパス (Otosupasu) |
| German | Kaocto |
| French | Krakos |
| Italian | Grapploct |
| Spanish | Grapploct |
| Korean | 케오퍼스 (keopeoseu) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 八爪武师 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 八爪武師 |
| English |
Tantrum Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | じゅうじゅつポケモン |
| German | Jiu-Jitsu-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Jujitsu |
| Italian | Pokémon Jujitsu |
| Spanish | Pokémon Jiu-Jitsu |
| Korean | 유술포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 柔术宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 柔術寶可夢 |
Name origin
- grapple
- fight without weapons
- octopus
- marine creature with eight tentacles

