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Barbaracle

Collective Pokémon

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Barbaracle official artwork
Official art

Barbaracle is a Rock/Water-type Pokémon, 4× weak to Grass and 2× weak to Fighting, Ground and Electric, with a base stat total of 500. In Pokémon Champions it’s #225 on the Doubles ladder and #157 in Singles, as of Oct 28, 2026.

RockWater
Height
1.3 m 4′03″
Weight
96 kg 211.6 lbs
Base stat total
500 Higher than 70% of Pokémon
Introduced
Gen VI X & Y
Abilities
Champions#225 Doubles ▼1 · #157 Singles ▼1Usual set Barbaracite · Adamant · HP 2 / Atk 32 / Spe 32Full set →
Pokédex entryShield
Having an eye on each palm allows it to keep watch in all directions. In a pinch, its limbs start to act on their own to ensure the enemy’s defeat.
See all 4 entries

Base stats

HP72147–179254–348
Atk105112–172193–339
Def115121–183211–361
SpA5466–116101–227
SpD8695–151159–298
Spe6879–132126–258
Total500Higher than 70% of Pokémon
HP72Atk105Def115Spe68SpD86SpA54

Ranges in Pokémon Champions at Lv 50: 0 Stat Points with a −10% Stat Alignment to 32 Stat Points with a +10% one (HP has no alignment).Ranges in the main games at Lv 100: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 2 Atk.

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Type matchups

RockWatershow which type causes itweaknessresistance

Weak to

4×
Grass (because of Rock and Water)
2×
Electric (because of Water)Fighting (because of Rock)Ground (because of Rock)

Resists

½×
Flying (because of Rock)Ice (because of Water)Normal (because of Rock)Poison (because of Rock)
¼×
Fire (because of Rock and Water)
Takes normal damage from 9 types
RockBugGhostSteelWaterPsychicDragonDarkFairy

Speed tiers

The faster Pokémon moves first each turn, so knowing who you outspeed decides a lot of battles. These are its Speed values at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base Speed 68); Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+132Max120No SP88Min79Scarf198Tailwind264

At max Speed, Barbaracle outspeeds 13 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC on Showdown.

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions: Barbaracle against the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC on Showdown, fastest first
SpeedPokémon
203Mega Garchomp ZModest · 32 SP · #21 on Showdown
200Mega GengarTimid · 32 SP · #26 on Showdown
190Mega Raichu YTimid · 23 SP · #13 on Showdown
189Mega SalamenceTimid · 32 SP · #4 on Showdown
184WhimsicottTimid · 32 SP · #23 on Showdown
178Mega MetagrossJolly · 32 SP · #28 on Showdown
178Mega StaraptorJolly · 32 SP · #29 on Showdown
172SneaslerAdamant · 32 SP · #2 on Showdown
169Mega FloetteTimid · 32 SP · #17 on Showdown
169GarchompJolly · 32 SP · #19 on Showdown
167Mega Charizard YTimid · 32 SP · #14 on Showdown
167Mega GardevoirTimid · 32 SP · #20 on Showdown
161IndeedeeTimid · 32 SP · #30 on Showdown
156Hisuian ArcanineJolly · 32 SP · #16 on Showdown
150ArchaludonTimid · 32 SP · #9 on Showdown
149GholdengoTimid · 32 SP · #8 on Showdown
143BasculegionJolly · 32 SP · #6 on Showdown
132Barbaracle · Max+32 SP, Speed-raising alignment
128PelipperTimid · 32 SP · #12 on Showdown
120Barbaracle · Max32 SP, neutral alignment
120VolcaronaBold · 0 SP · #25 on Showdown
105RillaboomAdamant · 0 SP · #1 on Showdown
101MiloticCalm · 0 SP · #15 on Showdown
95SylveonModest · 15 SP · #18 on Showdown
94Female IndeedeeRelaxed · 0 SP · #7 on Showdown
90PolitoedCalm · 0 SP · #22 on Showdown
90SinistchaBold · 0 SP · #24 on Showdown
88Barbaracle · No SP0 SP, neutral alignment
85ArmarougeQuiet · 0 SP · #27 on Showdown
80IncineroarCareful · 0 SP · #3 on Showdown
80FarigirafBold · 0 SP · #11 on Showdown
70KingambitAdamant · 0 SP · #5 on Showdown
60Mega GolisopodAdamant · 0 SP · #10 on Showdown

Smogon · Showdown Others at their most common Speed investment in Champions VGC (Reg M-C · Doubles, Sep 2026); Pokémon holding a Mega Stone are shown as their Mega.

Abilities

Competitive

Ranked ladder · in-game

Doubles

#225 of 262 used

▼ 1 place since Oct 21
Oct 21Oct 28

Barbaracite (69.0%) · (78.9%) · Adamant (61.5%) · HP 2 / Atk 32 / Spe 32 (28.2%)

MovesRock SlideProtectClose CombatShell Smash

Singles

#157 of 262 used

▼ 1 place since Oct 21
Oct 21Oct 28

Barbaracite (85.4%) · (88.9%) · Adamant (62.6%) · HP 2 / Atk 32 / Spe 32 (25.2%)

MovesShell SmashClose CombatRock BlastShadow Claw

Daily usage rank on the Pokémon Champions ladder, updated Oct 28. Battle data provided by Pokémon Champions Battle Data.

Usage over time

Values
Barbaracle, Champions VGC on Showdown, Showdown: top players (1760 weighting)
MonthRegulationBattlesShare of teams
Apr 2026Reg M-A3,122,222–
May 2026Reg M-A3,355,619–
Jun 2026Reg M-B1,163,315<0.1%
Jul 2026Reg M-B1,764,6860%
Aug 2026Reg M-B1,269,250<0.1%
Sep 2026Reg M-C1,631,9430%

Smogon · Showdown On Showdown

Sep 2026

Mega Barbaracle: 0.1% of Champions VGC teams on Showdown →

Not in this format’s stats at this level.

Usage by Showdown level

  • Showdown: all games0.1%
  • Showdown: average player (1500 weighting)0.1%
Other Showdown formats Scarlet & Violet, with Tera
National DexRU

Evolution

  1. #0688BinacleRockWater
    1. Level 39
      #0689BarbaracleRockWater
      1. Mega Evolution, in battleholding Barbaracite
        #0689Mega BarbaracleRockFighting

Moves

Level up 15

1Mud-Slap100% chance to lower the target's accuracy by 1.GroundSpec20100%10
1ScratchNo additional effect.NormalPhys40100%35
1Skull BashRaises user's Defense by 1 on turn 1. Hits turn 2.NormalPhys130100%10
1Water GunNo additional effect.WaterSpec40100%25
1WithdrawRaises the user's Defense by 1.WaterStatus——40
12Fury CutterPower doubles with each hit, up to 160.BugPhys4095%20
16Fury SwipesHits 2-5 times in one turn.NormalPhys1880%15
20Ancient Power10% chance to raise all stats by 1 (not acc/eva).RockSpec60100%5
24Rock PolishRaises the user's Speed by 2.RockStatus——20
28SlashHigh critical hit ratio.NormalPhys70100%20
32Hone ClawsRaises the user's Attack and accuracy by 1.DarkStatus——15
36Razor Shell50% chance to lower the target's Defense by 1.WaterPhys7595%10
42Shell SmashLowers Def, SpD by 1; raises Atk, SpA, Spe by 2.NormalStatus——15
48Cross ChopHigh critical hit ratio.FightingPhys10080%5
54Stone EdgeHigh critical hit ratio.RockPhys10080%5

TM / HM / TR 59

TM08Hyper BeamUser cannot move next turn.NormalSpec15090%5
TM09Giga ImpactUser cannot move next turn.NormalPhys15090%5
TM15DigDigs underground turn 1, strikes turn 2.GroundPhys80100%10
TM16ScreechLowers the target's Defense by 2.NormalStatus—85%40
TM19SafeguardFor 5 turns, protects user's party from status.NormalStatus——25
TM21RestUser sleeps 2 turns and restores HP and status.PsychicStatus——5
TM22Rock Slide30% chance to make the foe(s) flinch.RockPhys7590%10
TM23ThiefIf the user has no item, it steals the target's.DarkPhys60100%25
TM24SnoreUser must be asleep. 30% chance to flinch target.NormalSpec50100%15
TM25ProtectPrevents moves from affecting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10
TM27Icy Wind100% chance to lower the foe(s) Speed by 1.IceSpec5595%15
TM31AttractA target of the opposite gender gets infatuated.NormalStatus—100%15
TM32SandstormFor 5 turns, a sandstorm rages. Rock: 1.5× SpD.RockStatus——10
TM33Rain DanceFor 5 turns, heavy rain powers Water moves.WaterStatus——5
TM36WhirlpoolTraps and damages the target for 4-5 turns.WaterSpec3585%15
TM37Beat UpAll healthy allies aid in damaging the target.DarkPhys—100%10
TM39FacadePower doubles if user is burn/poison/paralyzed.NormalPhys70100%20
TM41Helping HandOne adjacent ally's move power is 1.5× this turn.NormalStatus——20
TM43Brick BreakDestroys screens, unless the target is immune.FightingPhys75100%15
TM45DiveDives underwater turn 1, strikes turn 2.WaterPhys80100%10
TM48Rock Tomb100% chance to lower the target's Speed by 1.RockPhys6095%15
TM53Mud Shot100% chance to lower the target's Speed by 1.GroundSpec5595%15
TM54Rock BlastHits 2-5 times in one turn.RockPhys2590%10
TM57PaybackPower doubles if the user moves after the target.DarkPhys50100%10
TM58AssurancePower doubles if target was damaged this turn.DarkPhys60100%10
TM59FlingFlings the user's item at the target. Power varies.DarkPhys—100%10
TM65Shadow ClawHigh critical hit ratio.GhostPhys70100%15
TM76RoundPower doubles if others used Round this turn.NormalSpec60100%15
TM81Bulldoze100% chance lower adjacent Pkmn Speed by 1.GroundPhys60100%20
TM83Razor Shell50% chance to lower the target's Defense by 1.WaterPhys7595%10
TM94False SwipeAlways leaves the target with at least 1 HP.NormalPhys40100%40
TM97Brutal SwingNo additional effect. Hits adjacent Pokémon.DarkPhys60100%20
TR00Swords DanceRaises the user's Attack by 2.NormalStatus——20
TR04SurfHits adjacent Pokémon. Double damage on Dive.WaterSpec90100%15
TR05Ice Beam10% chance to freeze the target.IceSpec90100%10
TR06Blizzard10% chance to freeze foe(s). Can't miss in Snow.IceSpec11070%5
TR07Low KickMore power the heavier the target.FightingPhys—100%20
TR10EarthquakeHits adjacent Pokémon. Double damage on Dig.GroundPhys100100%10
TR20SubstituteUser takes 1/4 its max HP to put in a substitute.NormalStatus——10
TR22Sludge Bomb30% chance to poison the target.PoisonSpec90100%10
TR26EndureUser survives attacks this turn with at least 1 HP.NormalStatus——10
TR27Sleep TalkUser must be asleep. Uses another known move.NormalStatus——10
TR35UproarLasts 3 turns. Active Pokémon cannot fall asleep.NormalSpec90100%10
TR37TauntTarget can't use status moves its next 3 turns.DarkStatus—100%20
TR39SuperpowerLowers the user's Attack and Defense by 1.FightingPhys120100%5
TR45Muddy Water30% chance to lower the foe(s) accuracy by 1.WaterSpec9085%10
TR46Iron DefenseRaises the user's Defense by 2.SteelStatus——15
TR47Dragon ClawNo additional effect.DragonPhys80100%15
TR48Bulk UpRaises the user's Attack and Defense by 1.FightingStatus——20
TR57Poison Jab30% chance to poison the target.PoisonPhys80100%20
TR60X-ScissorNo additional effect.BugPhys80100%15
TR64Focus Blast10% chance to lower the target's Sp. Def by 1.FightingSpec12070%5
TR67Earth Power10% chance to lower the target's Sp. Def by 1.GroundSpec90100%10
TR75Stone EdgeHigh critical hit ratio.RockPhys10080%5
TR76Stealth RockHurts foes on switch-in. Factors Rock weakness.RockStatus——20
TR77Grass KnotMore power the heavier the target.GrassSpec—100%20
TR78Sludge Wave10% chance to poison adjacent Pokémon.PoisonSpec95100%10
TR84Scald30% chance to burn the target. Thaws target.WaterSpec80100%15
TR98Liquidation20% chance to lower the target's Defense by 1.WaterPhys85100%10

Tutor 1

TutorMeteor BeamRaises user's Sp. Atk by 1 on turn 1. Hits turn 2.RockSpec12090%10

Biology

When they evolve, two Binacle multiply into seven. Barbaracle gains a bipedal form and a head in the shape of a fist.

Forms

Mega Barbaracle

RockFighting
BST 600

HoldsBarbaracite

It gains substantially more arms and becomes more visually intimidating.

Adapted from Wikipedia: List of generation VI Pokémon, List of generation IX Pokémon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · edited.

Polls & views

Each line is one source, as it published it. Polls counted every form under its species.

Pokédex entries

Collective Pokémon
Kalos · X & Y
Color
Brown
—
Coastal Kalos#022Galar#235Lumiose#035

  1. Having an eye on each palm allows it to keep watch in all directions. In a pinch, its limbs start to act on their own to ensure the enemy’s defeat.

    Shield

  2. Seven Binacle come together to form one Barbaracle. The Binacle that serves as the head gives orders to those serving as the limbs.

    Sword

  3. Barbaracle’s legs and hands have minds of their own, and they will move independently. But they usually follow the head’s orders.

    Y · Alpha Sapphire

  4. When they evolve, two Binacle multiply into seven. They fight with the power of seven Binacle.

    X · Omega Ruby

Names around the world

English
Barbaracle
Japanese
ガメノデス
Japanese (romaji)
Gamenodes
Korean
거북손데스
Chinese (Traditional)
龜足巨鎧
Chinese (Simplified)
龟足巨铠
French
Golgopathe
German
Thanathora
Spanish
Barbaracle
Italian
Barbaracle

Sprites

Artwork and 3D models

Gen IX · Gen VIII · Gen VII · Gen VI

Training

2 Atk
45 ≈5.9% with a Poké Ball at full HP
70
175
Medium

Breeding

Water 3
♂ 50%♀ 50%
20 egg cycles ≈5,355 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Evolves from Binacle: Level 39.

Shield: The Crown Tundra 1 area
  • Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65
Shield: The Isle of Armor 5 areas
  • Challenge Beach (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Fields of Honor (Max Den J)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Loop Lagoon (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Stepping-Stone Sea (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
  • Workout Sea (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
Sword: The Crown Tundra 1 area
  • Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65
Sword: The Isle of Armor 5 areas
  • Challenge Beach (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Fields of Honor (Max Den J)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Loop Lagoon (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Stepping-Stone Sea (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
  • Workout Sea (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
Shield 10 areas
  • Dusty BowlSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location., Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 40–60
  • Dusty Bowl (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Giant's Mirror (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Giant's Seat (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Giant's Seat (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Lake of OutrageWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 50–60
  • Rolling Fields (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
  • Route 9 (Circhester Bay)Walking in the overworld · Lv 39–43
  • Stony Wilderness (Max Den L)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
  • West Lake Axewell (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Sword 10 areas
  • Dusty BowlSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location., Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 40–60
  • Dusty Bowl (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Giant's Mirror (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Giant's Seat (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Giant's Seat (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Lake of OutrageWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 50–60
  • Rolling Fields (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
  • Route 9 (Circhester Bay)Walking in the overworld · Lv 39–43
  • Stony Wilderness (Max Den L)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
  • West Lake Axewell (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Ultra Moon 1 area
  • Ultra Space WildsStatic encounter · Lv 60
Ultra Sun 1 area
  • Ultra Space WildsStatic encounter · Lv 60
Y 1 area
  • Friend Safari (Rock)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30
X 1 area
  • Friend Safari (Rock)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30

Locations cover Red & Blue to Sword & Shield (with its DLC) and Let’s Go. We don’t have them yet for Legends: Arceus, Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl, Scarlet & Violet and Legends: Z-A.