Pokemon Guide
Gorebyss is a Water-type Pokemon known for its graceful deep-sea design, special attacking style, Swift Swim ability and split evolution from Clamperl. This guide covers Gorebyss’ stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and general competitive information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Gorebyss 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 |
Gorebyss is one of Clamperl’s two final evolutions. Clamperl evolves into Gorebyss when traded holding a Deep Sea Scale in many Pokemon games.
Competitive Overview
Gorebyss is usually a niche competitive Pokemon, but it can become threatening as a rain attacker or Shell Smash sweeper in formats where it has proper support. Its Special Attack gives it strong Water-type pressure.
Gorebyss’ biggest strengths are its Special Attack, Swift Swim and access to setup or support moves. Its main weaknesses are limited Speed outside rain or setup, competition from other Water-types and vulnerability to Grass and Electric-type attacks.
Here are the key facts to know about Gorebyss, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Gorebyss
National Dex
#0368
Type
Water
Species
South Sea Pokemon
Height
5’11” / 1.8 m
180 cm
Weight
49.8 lbs / 22.6 kg
22.6 kg
Abilities
Swift Swim, Hydration
Gorebyss has solid Special Attack and useful Defense for a Water-type Pokemon. It often performs best when supported by rain, Shell Smash or team strategies that help it overcome its Speed limitations.
Gorebyss can use Water, Psychic, Ice and setup moves across Pokemon games. These are some of Gorebyss’ most useful and recognizable moves.
A reliable Water-type attack that uses Gorebyss’ strong Special Attack.
A high-power Water-type attack with major damage potential.
A useful Water-type move that can burn opponents in games where it is available.
A major setup move that can turn Gorebyss into a dangerous sweeper.
Coverage that helps Gorebyss hit Poison and Fighting-type Pokemon.
Coverage against Grass, Dragon, Flying and Ground-type Pokemon.
A utility option in games where Gorebyss can pass boosts to a teammate.
A recovery support move that can help Gorebyss regain HP over time.
Gorebyss can learn Water, Psychic, Ice, Normal and support moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Gorebyss’ move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon
Gorebyss is a Water-type Pokemon. This gives it useful resistances to Steel, Fire, Water and Ice-type moves, but it is weak to Grass and Electric-type attacks.
Type
Water
Weaknesses
Grass and Electric
Resistances
Steel, Fire, Water and Ice
Immunity
None
Gorebyss’ abilities help it take advantage of rain by boosting Speed or healing status conditions depending on the game and format.
Doubles Gorebyss’ Speed during rain. This can make Gorebyss much more dangerous on rain-based teams.
Heals Gorebyss’ status conditions during rain. This can help it stay active in longer battles when rain is available.
Gorebyss evolves from Clamperl when Clamperl is traded holding a Deep Sea Scale. Clamperl can also evolve into Huntail with a Deep Sea Tooth.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Alternate evolution from Clamperl when traded holding a Deep Sea Tooth
Stage 2
Evolves from Clamperl when traded holding a Deep Sea Scale
Gorebyss’ availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Gorebyss is obtained by evolving Clamperl, while some versions allow Gorebyss to be found directly.
| Game | Where to Find Gorebyss |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Gorebyss had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Gorebyss had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Gorebyss had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Gorebyss |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Gorebyss had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Gorebyss had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Gorebyss had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Gorebyss |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Evolve from Clamperl. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Evolve from Clamperl. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Evolve from Clamperl. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Gorebyss |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Evolve from Clamperl. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Evolve from Clamperl. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Evolve from Clamperl. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Evolve from Clamperl. |
| Game | Where to Find Gorebyss |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Evolve from Clamperl. |
 Pokemon White |
Route 4. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Evolve from Clamperl. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Route 4. |
| Game | Where to Find Gorebyss |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Evolve from Clamperl. |
 Pokemon Y |
Route 12. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Evolve from Clamperl. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Evolve from Clamperl. |
| Game | Where to Find Gorebyss |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Route 15, Melemele Sea and Hau’oli City. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Route 15, Melemele Sea and Hau’oli City. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Gorebyss |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Evolve from Clamperl. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Evolve from Clamperl. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Gorebyss |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Gorebyss |
|---|---|
 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 Gorebyss. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Gorebyss is a Water-type Pokemon.
Gorebyss is weak to Grass and Electric-type moves.
Gorebyss evolves from Clamperl when Clamperl is traded holding a Deep Sea Scale. Clamperl can also evolve into Huntail with a Deep Sea Tooth.
Gorebyss’s abilities are Swift Swim, Hydration.
Gorebyss’s best moves often include Surf, Hydro Pump, Scald, Shell Smash, Psychic, Ice Beam, Baton Pass and Aqua Ring.
Gorebyss is usually a niche competitive Pokemon, but it can become threatening as a rain attacker or Shell Smash sweeper in formats where it has proper support. Its Special Attack gives it strong Water-type pressure.
Gorebyss’ availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Gorebyss is obtained by evolving Clamperl, while some versions allow Gorebyss to be found directly.
No, Gorebyss does not have a Mega Evolution, Gigantamax form or major alternate form in the main Pokemon games.
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