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Mantyke is a Water and Flying-type Pokemon known for its role in the Sinnoh era, its evolution line, abilities and unique matchup profile. This guide covers Mantyke’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Mantyke 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 |
Mantyke is a Water and Flying-type baby Pokemon introduced in Generation 4. It evolves into Mantine when leveled up with Remoraid in the party.
Competitive Overview
Mantyke is usually used in early-game, collection or lower-level formats rather than standard competitive play. Its Water and Flying typing gives it useful resistances and a Ground immunity.
Mantyke’s main issue is that it has limited offensive pressure until it evolves into Mantine.
Here are the key facts to know about Mantyke, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Mantyke
National Dex
#0458
Type
Water / Flying
Species
Kite Pokemon
Height
3’03” / 1.0 m
100 cm
Weight
143.3 lbs / 65.0 kg
65.0 kg
Abilities
Swift Swim, Water Absorb, Water Veil
Mantyke has a stat profile that shapes its role across Pokemon games. Use the stats module below to view its base stats.
Mantyke can use several useful attacks and support moves across different Pokemon games. These are some of Mantyke’s most useful and recognizable moves.
A reliable Water-type special attack.
Flying-type damage with a chance to make the target flinch.
A high-power Water-type option with lower accuracy.
Coverage against Grass, Dragon, Flying and Ground-type Pokemon.
Water-type damage with a burn chance when available.
Team support that boosts Speed when available.
Provides passive recovery over time.
Supports an ally’s damage in double battles when available.
Mantyke can learn different moves across Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Mantyke’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Legends: Arceus
Mantyke is a Water and Flying-type Pokemon. Its typing determines which attacks it is weak to, resists or is immune to across most Pokemon games.
Type
Water / Flying
Weaknesses
Electric, Rock
Resistances
Fire, Water, Fighting, Bug, Steel
Immunity
Ground
Mantyke’s abilities can affect its defensive value, offensive pressure or team role depending on the game and format.
Doubles Speed in rain, making this Pokemon faster on rain teams.
Restores HP when hit by a Water-type move.
Prevents burns, protecting physical attackers from Attack reduction.
Mantyke evolution information is listed below, including its previous form, next form or single-stage status where applicable.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Mantyke when leveled up with Remoraid in the party
Mantyke’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Some games allow direct encounters, while others require evolution, trade, transfer or migration.
| Game | Where to Find Mantyke |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Mantyke had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Mantyke had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Mantyke had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Mantyke |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Mantyke had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Mantyke had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Mantyke had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Mantyke |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Mantyke had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Mantyke had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Mantyke had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Mantyke had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Mantyke had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Mantyke |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Found on Sinnoh water routes such as Route 223, or evolve through transfer when needed. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Found on Sinnoh water routes such as Route 223, or evolve through transfer when needed. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Found on Sinnoh water routes such as Route 223, or evolve through transfer when needed. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Mantyke |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon White |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Mantyke |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Y |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Mantyke |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Mantyke |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Found on Sinnoh water routes or evolve through transfer when needed. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Found on Sinnoh water routes or evolve through transfer when needed. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Cobalt Coastlands water areas such as Tranquility Cove and Ginkgo Landing. |
| Game | Where to Find Mantyke |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Mantyke |
|---|---|
 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 Mantyke. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Mantyke is a Water and Flying-type Pokemon.
Mantyke is weak to Electric, Rock-type moves.
Mantyke evolution details are listed in the evolution section above.
Mantyke’s abilities are Swift Swim, Water Absorb, Water Veil.
Mantyke’s best moves often include Surf, Air Slash, Hydro Pump, Ice Beam, Scald, Tailwind, Aqua Ring, Helping Hand.
Mantyke can be useful depending on the game, format and team support, especially when its typing, abilities and best moves fit the matchup.
The most common method depends on the game. Check the Where to Find section above for generation-by-generation availability.
Mantyke does not have a confirmed major Mega, Gigantamax, regional or similar alternate form section on this page.
Final Output Note:
Removed: Featured Competitive Build section removed because no confirmed TGH Pokemon Champions build was found for this Pokemon. Mega or alternate form sections removed because no major alternate form applies.
Not API-driven yet: Descriptions, abilities text, best moves, competitive overview, Related Guides links, Legends Z-A locations and Pokemon Winds and Waves availability are manually written.
Needs human review before publishing: Location rows, type icon media IDs, Pokemon Champions build availability, shortcodes, and all Pokemon Legends Z-A availability details.
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