Pokemon Guide
Arrokuda is a Water-type Pokemon known for its pointed jaw, fast straight-line swimming and evolution into Barraskewda. This guide covers Arrokuda’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations across Pokemon games.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: June 2026 | Page Status: This Arrokuda guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
| Description | Quick Facts |
| Stats | Best Moves |
| All Moves | Weaknesses |
| Evolution | Locations |
| Abilities | FAQ |
Arrokuda is a small Water-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 8. It attacks by charging forward with its hard, pointed jaw and later evolves into the much faster Barraskewda.
Competitive Overview
Arrokuda is usually more important as the first stage of Barraskewda than as a final competitive Pokemon. It can still use its Speed, Water-type moves and Swift Swim ability in early-game or lower-power formats.
Arrokuda’s biggest strengths are its Speed, Water typing and access to priority or rain-supported Water moves. Its biggest issues are low bulk and limited power before evolving.
Here are the key facts to know about Arrokuda, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Arrokuda
National Dex
#0846
Type
Water
Species
Rush Pokemon
Height
1’08” / 0.5 m
50 cm
Weight
2.2 lbs / 1.0 kg
1.0 kg
Abilities
Swift Swim, Propeller Tail
Arrokuda has strong Speed for a first-stage Pokemon and a focused physical attacking profile, but its low defenses make it better suited to quick offense or evolving into Barraskewda.
Arrokuda uses Water-type attacks, priority and simple support moves. These are some of Arrokuda’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A strong physical Water-type attack that fits Arrokuda’s offensive style.
A priority Water-type move that helps Arrokuda move first against faster targets.
A reliable physical Water-type attack for general damage.
A Water-type move that lets Arrokuda attack after a semi-invulnerable turn.
A Dark-type coverage move that gives Arrokuda a simple physical option.
A Speed-boosting move that can help Arrokuda outspeed more opponents.
A useful defensive move for scouting and stalling turns in some formats.
A weather move that can support Swift Swim and boost Water-type attacks.
Arrokuda can learn different moves across Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Arrokuda’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Arrokuda is a Water-type Pokemon. This gives it useful resistances to Fire, Water, Ice and Steel-type moves, but it is weak to Electric and Grass-type attacks.
Type
Water
Weaknesses
Electric and Grass
Resistances
Fire, Water, Ice and Steel
Immunity
No type immunities
Arrokuda’s abilities support rain offense and help its attacks ignore certain redirection effects depending on the game and format.
Doubles Arrokuda’s Speed during rain, making it much faster on rain teams.
Allows Arrokuda’s moves to ignore opposing abilities and moves that redirect attacks when this hidden ability is available.
Arrokuda evolves into Barraskewda. The full Arrokuda evolution line is Arrokuda and Barraskewda.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Arrokuda at Level 26
Arrokuda’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. It is usually found in water areas and can evolve into Barraskewda at Level 26.
| Game | Where to Find Arrokuda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Arrokuda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Arrokuda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Arrokuda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Arrokuda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Arrokuda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Y |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Arrokuda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available because Arrokuda had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Arrokuda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Route 2, Motostoke Riverbank, Hulbury, Challenge Beach, Forest of Focus and Training Lowlands. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Route 2, Motostoke Riverbank, Hulbury, Challenge Beach, Forest of Focus and Training Lowlands. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Arrokuda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Found in many Paldea water areas, including seas, lakes and rivers. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Found in many Paldea water areas, including seas, lakes and rivers. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Arrokuda |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Arrokuda. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Arrokuda is a Water-type Pokemon.
Arrokuda is weak to Electric and Grass-type moves.
Arrokuda evolves into Barraskewda at Level 26.
Arrokuda’s abilities are Swift Swim, Propeller Tail.
Arrokuda’s best moves often include Liquidation, Aqua Jet, Waterfall, Dive, Bite, Agility, Protect and Rain Dance.
Arrokuda is useful early because of its Speed and Water-type moves, but it is usually stronger after evolving into Barraskewda.
The most common way to get Arrokuda is to catch it in water areas in games where it appears.
No, Arrokuda does not have a Mega Evolution, Gigantamax form, regional form or other major alternate form.
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