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Marshtomp

Marshtomp

#259 in the HeartGold & SoulSilver Pokédex • Mud Fish Pokémon

Marshtomp

#259 in the HeartGold & SoulSilver Pokédex • Mud Fish Pokémon

Stats

Base stat spread shown as a hex chart and supporting stat bars.

Min

Max

HP

70

250

344

Attack

85

157

295

Defense

70

130

262

Sp. Atk

60

112

240

Sp. Def

70

130

262

Speed

50

94

218

Total

405

Ranges are for Level 100. Max assumes a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, and 31 IVs; min assumes a hindering nature, 0 EVs, and 0 IVs.

Mudkip

Swampert

Marshtomp normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Marshtomp sprite

Shiny

Marshtomp

Mud Fish Pokémon

#259
WaterGround

Height

0.7 m (2'04")

Weight

28 kg (61.7 lbs)

Abilities

Torrent

It's Super Effective

Damage multipliers Marshtomp takes from each attacking type, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance.

Weak to

Grass

Resists

Electric

Fire

0.5×

Poison

0.5×

Rock

0.5×

Steel

0.5×

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
-
EV yield
2 Atk
Catch rate
45
Base Exp.
142

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg Groups
MonsterWater 1
Gender
87.5% male
12.5% female
Egg cycles
20 (5,120 steps)

Lore

Version-specific Pokédex entries for this Pokémon.
Pokémon HeartGold box art

HeartGold

Living on muddy ground that provides poor footing has made its legs sturdy.

Pokémon SoulSilver box art

SoulSilver

Living on muddy ground that provides poor footing has made its legs sturdy.

Evolution

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Mudkip

Mudkip

#258

Level 16

Marshtomp

Marshtomp

#259

Marshtomp

Marshtomp

#259

Level 36

Swampert

Swampert

#260

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartTackleNormalPhysical359535

A physical attack in which the user charges and slams into the foe with its whole body.

StartGrowlNormalStatus-10040

The user growls in an endearing way, making the foe less wary. The target’s Attack stat is lowered.

StartWater GunWaterSpecial4010025

The foe is blasted with a forceful shot of water.

StartMud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

The user hurls mud in the foe’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.

6Mud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

The user hurls mud in the foe’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.

10Water GunWaterSpecial4010025

The foe is blasted with a forceful shot of water.

15BideNormalPhysical--10

The user endures attacks for two turns, then strikes back to cause double the damage taken.

16Mud ShotGroundSpecial559515

The user attacks by hurling a blob of mud at the foe. It also reduces the target’s Speed.

20ForesightNormalStatus--40

Enables the user to hit a Ghost type with any type of move. It also enables the user to hit an evasive foe.

25Mud BombGroundSpecial658510

The user launches a hard-packed mud ball to attack. It may also lower the target’s accuracy.

31Take DownNormalPhysical908520

A reckless, full-body charge attack for slamming into the foe. It also damages the user a little.

37Muddy WaterWaterSpecial958510

The user attacks by shooting out muddy water. It may also lower the foe’s accuracy.

42ProtectNormalStatus--10

It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

46EarthquakeGroundPhysical10010010

The user sets off an earthquake that hits all the Pokémon in the battle.

53EndeavorNormalPhysical-1005

An attack move that cuts down the foe’s HP to equal the user’s HP.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines and Hidden Machines in Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver.
Class
Description
TM03Water PulseWaterSpecial6010020

The user attacks the foe with a pulsing blast of water. It may also confuse the foe.

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-8510

A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.

TM07HailIceStatus--10

The user summons a hailstorm lasting five turns. It damages all Pokémon except the Ice type.

TM10Hidden PowerNormalSpecial110015

A unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it.

TM13Ice BeamIceSpecial9510010

The foe is struck with an icy-cold beam of energy. It may also freeze the target solid.

TM14BlizzardIceSpecial120705

A howling blizzard is summoned to strike the foe. It may also freeze the target solid.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM18Rain DanceWaterStatus--5

The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water- type moves.

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.

TM23Iron TailSteelPhysical1007515

The foe is slammed with a steel-hard tail. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

TM26EarthquakeGroundPhysical10010010

The user sets off an earthquake that hits all the Pokémon in the battle.

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.

TM28DigGroundPhysical8010010

The user burrows, then attacks on the second turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.

TM31Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

The user attacks with tough fists, etc. It can also break any barrier such as Light Screen and Reflect.

TM32Double TeamNormalStatus--15

By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.

TM39Rock TombRockPhysical508010

Boulders are hurled at the foe. It also lowers the foe’s Speed by preventing its movement.

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, paralyzed, or has a burn.

TM43Secret PowerNormalPhysical7010020

The user attacks with a secret power. Its added effects vary depending on the user’s environment.

TM44RestPsychicStatus--5

The user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status problem.

TM45AttractNormalStatus-10015

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the foe to attack. Its power and effects depend on the item.

TM58EndureNormalStatus--10

The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM76Stealth RockRockStatus--20

The user lays a trap of levitating stones around the foe. The trap hurts foes that switch into battle.

TM78CaptivateNormalStatus-10020

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe is charmed into sharply lowering its Sp. Atk stat.

TM80Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

Large boulders are hurled at the foe to inflict damage. It may also make the target flinch.

TM82Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.

TM83Natural GiftNormalPhysical-10015

The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

The user enrages the foe into confusion. However, it also sharply raises the foe’s Attack stat.

TM90SubstituteNormalStatus--10

The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.

HM03SurfWaterSpecial9510015

It swamps the entire battlefield with a giant wave. It can also be used for crossing water.

HM04StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

The foe is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It can also be used to move boulders.

HM05WhirlpoolWaterSpecial157015

Traps the foe inside a whirlpool that lasts for two to five turns. The user can pass through whirlpools.

HM06Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

The user hits with a punch that may lower the target’s Defense. It can also smash cracked boulders.

HM07WaterfallWaterPhysical8010015

The user charges at the foe rapidly, and may make it flinch. It can also be used to climb a waterfall.

Tutors

Moves this Pokémon can learn from move tutors in this game.
Class
Description
Ancient PowerRockSpecial601005

The user attacks with a prehistoric power. It may also raise all the user’s stats at once.

Aqua TailWaterPhysical909010

The user attacks by swinging its tail as if it were a vicious wave in a raging storm.

DiveWaterPhysical8010010

A two-turn attack. The user dives underwater on the first turn, then hits on the next turn.

Earth PowerGroundSpecial9010010

The user makes the ground under the foe erupt with power. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

EndeavorNormalPhysical-1005

An attack move that cuts down the foe’s HP to equal the user’s HP.

HeadbuttNormalPhysical7010015

The user attacks with its head. It may make the foe flinch. To find Pokémon, hit trees.

Ice PunchIcePhysical7510015

The foe is punched with an icy fist. It may leave the target frozen.

Icy WindIceSpecial559515

The user attacks with a gust of chilled air. It also lowers the target’s Speed stat.

Low KickFightingPhysical-10020

A powerful low kick that makes the foe fall over. It inflicts greater damage on heavier foes.

Mud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

The user hurls mud in the foe’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.

RolloutRockPhysical309020

The user continually rolls into the foe over five turns. It becomes stronger each time it hits.

SnoreNormalSpecial4010015

An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the foe flinch.

SuperpowerFightingPhysical1201005

The user attacks the foe with great power. However, it also lowers the user’s Attack and Defense.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Torrent

Ability Slot 1

Powers up Water-type moves in a pinch.

Strengthens Water moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.

#258

Mudkip

#260

Swampert

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