Seismitoad
Seismitoad is a Water/Ground type Pokémon introduced in Generation 5.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0537 |
|---|---|
| Type | Water Ground |
| Species | Vibration Pokémon |
| Height | 1.5 m (4′11″) |
| Weight | 62.0 kg (136.7 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Swift Swim 2. Poison Touch Water Absorb (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0043 (Black/White) 0230 (Black 2/White 2) 0134 (Sword/Shield) |
Training
| EV yield | 3 HP |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 229 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Water 1 |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 105 | 320 | 414 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 95 | 175 | 317 | |
| Defense | 75 | 139 | 273 | |
| Sp. Atk | 85 | 157 | 295 | |
| Sp. Def | 75 | 139 | 273 | |
| Speed | 74 | 137 | 271 | |
| Total | 509 | 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.
Type defenses
The effectiveness of each type on Seismitoad.
Evolution chart
Seismitoad changes
- In Generation 5, Seismitoad has a base Attack of 85.
- In Generation 5, Seismitoad has a base experience yield of 225.
- In Generations 5-7, Seismitoad has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Black | They shoot paralyzing liquid from their head bumps. They use vibration to hurt their opponents. |
|---|---|
| White | It increases the power of its punches by vibrating the bumps on its fists. It can turn a boulder to rubble with one punch. |
| Black 2 White 2 |
By putting power into its bumps, it creates vibrations and increases the power of its punches. |
| X Omega Ruby |
It increases the power of its punches by vibrating the bumps on its fists. It can turn a boulder to rubble with one punch. |
| Y Alpha Sapphire |
They shoot paralyzing liquid from their head bumps. They use vibration to hurt their opponents. |
| Sword | The vibrating of the bumps all over its body causes earthquake-like tremors. Seismitoad and Croagunk are similar species. |
| Shield | This Pokémon is popular among the elderly, who say the vibrations of its lumps are great for massages. |
Moves learned by Seismitoad
Moves learnt by level up
Seismitoad does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Seismitoad does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Seismitoad cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Seismitoad learns the following moves in Pokémon Sword & Shield at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Acid | Poison | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Drain Punch | Fighting | 75 | 100 | |
| 1 | Echoed Voice | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Gastro Acid | Poison | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Growl | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Supersonic | Normal | — | 55 | |
| 12 | Mud Shot | Ground | 55 | 95 | |
| 16 | Round | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
| 20 | Bubble Beam | Water | 65 | 100 | |
| 24 | Flail | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 30 | Uproar | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
| 39 | Aqua Ring | Water | — | — | |
| 46 | Hyper Voice | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
| 54 | Muddy Water | Water | 90 | 85 | |
| 62 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 70 | Hydro Pump | Water | 110 | 80 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Seismitoad learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Sword & Shield (regardless of level).
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drain Punch | Fighting | 75 | 100 |
Egg moves
Seismitoad learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Sword & Shield. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Seismitoad gen 8 learnset page.
Moves learnt by TM
Seismitoad is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00 | Mega Punch | Normal | 80 | 85 | |
| 01 | Mega Kick | Normal | 120 | 75 | |
| 04 | Ice Punch | Ice | 75 | 100 | |
| 08 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 09 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 15 | Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | |
| 16 | Screech | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 21 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 22 | Rock Slide | Rock | 75 | 90 | |
| 24 | Snore | Normal | 50 | 100 | |
| 25 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 27 | Icy Wind | Ice | 55 | 95 | |
| 31 | Attract | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 33 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 35 | Hail | Ice | — | — | |
| 39 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 43 | Brick Break | Fighting | 75 | 100 | |
| 45 | Dive | Water | 80 | 100 | |
| 46 | Weather Ball | Normal | 50 | 100 | |
| 48 | Rock Tomb | Rock | 60 | 95 | |
| 52 | Bounce | Flying | 85 | 85 | |
| 53 | Mud Shot | Ground | 55 | 95 | |
| 57 | Payback | Dark | 50 | 100 | |
| 59 | Fling | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 63 | Drain Punch | Fighting | 75 | 100 | |
| 74 | Venoshock | Poison | 65 | 100 | |
| 76 | Round | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
| 81 | Bulldoze | Ground | 60 | 100 | |
| 98 | Stomping Tantrum | Ground | 75 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TR
Seismitoad is compatible with these Technical Records in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TR | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 | Hydro Pump | Water | 110 | 80 | |
| 04 | Surf | Water | 90 | 100 | |
| 07 | Low Kick | Fighting | — | 100 | |
| 10 | Earthquake | Ground | 100 | 100 | |
| 20 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 22 | Sludge Bomb | Poison | 90 | 100 | |
| 26 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 27 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 35 | Uproar | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
| 42 | Hyper Voice | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
| 45 | Muddy Water | Water | 90 | 85 | |
| 57 | Poison Jab | Poison | 80 | 100 | |
| 64 | Focus Blast | Fighting | 120 | 70 | |
| 67 | Earth Power | Ground | 90 | 100 | |
| 72 | Power Whip | Grass | 120 | 85 | |
| 76 | Stealth Rock | Rock | — | — | |
| 77 | Grass Knot | Grass | — | 100 | |
| 78 | Sludge Wave | Poison | 95 | 100 | |
| 84 | Scald | Water | 80 | 100 | |
| 91 | Venom Drench | Poison | — | 100 | |
| 98 | Liquidation | Water | 85 | 100 |
Seismitoad sprites
Where to find Seismitoad
| Black White |
Route 8, Icirrus City, Moor of Icirrus |
|---|---|
| Black 2 White 2 |
Route 8, Icirrus City, Moor of Icirrus, Pinwheel Forest |
| X Y |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Evolve Tympole/Palpitoad |
| Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield |
Route 7, Axew's Eye, Lake of Outrage |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Seismitoad questions
- What is a good moveset for Seismitoad?
- Is Seismitoad worth it?
- Quagsire, Swampert, Gastrodon, Seismitoad or Whiscash?
- Why did Seismitoad go down to RU in Generation 8?
- Can you find out an ability?
- How can I chain breed Drain Punch from a Seismitoad onto a Timburr?
- Which One Is Better For Swift Swim Sweep? (Ludicolo or Seismitoad)?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
| English | Seismitoad |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ガマゲロゲ (Gamageroge) |
| German | Branawarz |
| French | Crapustule |
| Italian | Seismitoad |
| Spanish | Seismitoad |
| Korean | 두빅굴 (dubikgul) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 蟾蜍王 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 蟾蜍王 |
| English |
Vibration Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | しんどうポケモン |
| German | Vibrations-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Vibration |
| Italian | Pokémon Vibrazione |
| Spanish | Pokémon Vibrante |
| Korean | 진동포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 振动宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 震動寶可夢 |
Name origin
- seismic
- of or relating to earthquakes
- toad
- a species of amphibian


