Pokemon Guide
Rolycoly is a Rock-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 8, known for its coal-like body, wheel-like movement and evolution into Carkol and Coalossal. This guide covers Rolycoly’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and key Pokemon game information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: June 2026 | Page Status: This Rolycoly guide supports current Pokemon games 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 |
Rolycoly is a Rock-type Pokemon and the first stage of the Rolycoly evolution line. It is known for its coal-like body, single glowing eye and wheel-like movement across mines, caves and rough terrain.
Competitive Overview
Rolycoly is usually not a major competitive threat on its own because it has low base stats and is designed as an early-stage Pokemon. Its main value comes from utility options, Rock-type attacks and abilities that can support specific lower-level or themed formats.
Rolycoly’s strengths include Steam Engine, Heatproof, Flash Fire and access to support moves like Stealth Rock and Rapid Spin. Its biggest issues are its low Speed, low overall bulk and weaknesses to Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground and Steel-type moves.
Here are the key facts to know about Rolycoly, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Rolycoly
National Dex
#0837
Type
Rock
Species
Coal Pokemon
Height
1’00” / 0.3 m
30 cm
Weight
26.5 lbs / 12.0 kg
12 kg
Abilities
Steam Engine, Heatproof, Flash Fire
Rolycoly has modest early-stage stats, with its best numbers in Defense and Special Defense. It is usually used as a utility or early-game Rock-type Pokemon before evolving into Carkol and Coalossal.
Rolycoly uses Rock-type attacks, utility moves and a few Fire and Normal coverage options. These are some of Rolycoly’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A multi-hit Rock-type attack that gives Rolycoly steady damage potential when it needs repeated hits.
A reliable Rock-type attack that can hit Flying-type opponents and remove their Ground immunity effect.
A strong utility move that damages opposing Pokemon when they switch in.
A useful utility move that can remove entry hazards while also raising Speed in modern games.
A special Rock-type attack with a chance to raise all of Rolycoly’s stats.
A Fire-type coverage move that fits Rolycoly’s coal theme and can pressure Grass and Steel-type targets.
A setup move that sharply boosts Speed and helps offset Rolycoly’s naturally low Speed stat.
A status move that can burn physical attackers and reduce their damage output.
Rolycoly can learn Rock, Normal, Fire, Ground and support moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Rolycoly’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Rolycoly is a pure Rock-type Pokemon. This gives it useful resistances to Normal, Fire, Poison and Flying-type moves, but it also leaves Rolycoly weak to Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground and Steel-type attacks.
Type
Rock
Weaknesses
Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground and Steel
Resistances
Normal, Fire, Poison and Flying
Immunity
None
Rolycoly’s abilities help it interact with Fire and Water-type attacks, reduce Fire damage or gain a Fire immunity when its hidden ability is available.
Raises Rolycoly’s Speed sharply when it is hit by a Fire or Water-type move.
Halves the damage Rolycoly takes from Fire-type moves, giving it extra defensive value against Fire coverage.
Rolycoly’s hidden ability makes it immune to Fire-type moves and powers up its own Fire-type attacks after being hit by one.
Rolycoly evolves into Carkol, and Carkol evolves into Coalossal. The full Rolycoly evolution line is Rolycoly, Carkol and Coalossal.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Rolycoly at Level 18
Stage 3
Evolves from Carkol at Level 34
Rolycoly’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many modern games, Rolycoly can be found in rocky or mine-like areas and then evolved into Carkol at Level 18 and Coalossal at Level 34.
| Game | Where to Find Rolycoly |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Rolycoly |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Rolycoly |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Rolycoly |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Rolycoly |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Rolycoly |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Y |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Rolycoly |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available because Rolycoly had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Rolycoly |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Route 3, Galar Mine, Giant’s Cap and Motostoke Riverbank. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Route 3, Galar Mine, Giant’s Cap and Motostoke Riverbank. |
 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 Rolycoly |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
East Province Area Three. |
 Pokemon Violet |
East Province Area Three. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Rolycoly |
|---|---|
 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 Rolycoly. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Rolycoly is a Rock-type Pokemon.
Rolycoly is weak to Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground and Steel-type moves.
Rolycoly evolves into Carkol at Level 18, and Carkol evolves into Coalossal at Level 34.
Rolycoly’s abilities are Steam Engine, Heatproof and Flash Fire. Flash Fire is its hidden ability.
Rolycoly’s useful moves often include Rock Blast, Smack Down, Stealth Rock, Rapid Spin, Ancient Power, Incinerate, Rock Polish and Will-O-Wisp.
Rolycoly is usually best as an early-game or utility Pokemon. It becomes much stronger after evolving into Carkol and Coalossal.
In Sword and Shield, Rolycoly can be found on Route 3, in Galar Mine, Giant’s Cap and Motostoke Riverbank. In Scarlet and Violet, it can be found in East Province Area Three.
No, Rolycoly does not currently have a Mega Evolution, Gigantamax form, regional form or other major alternate form.
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