Samurott
Samurott is a Water type Pokémon introduced in Generation 5.
Samurott has a Hisuian Form, introduced in Pokémon Legends: Arceus.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0503 |
|---|---|
| Type | Water |
| Species | Formidable Pokémon |
| Height | 1.5 m (4′11″) |
| Weight | 94.6 kg (208.6 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Torrent Shell Armor (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0009 (Black/White) 0009 (Black 2/White 2) 0009 (Legends: Arceus) 0208 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 3 Sp. Atk |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 264 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Field |
|---|---|
| Gender | 87.5% male, 12.5% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 95 | 300 | 394 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 100 | 184 | 328 | |
| Defense | 85 | 157 | 295 | |
| Sp. Atk | 108 | 198 | 346 | |
| Sp. Def | 70 | 130 | 262 | |
| Speed | 70 | 130 | 262 | |
| Total | 528 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0503 |
|---|---|
| Type | Water Dark |
| Species | Formidable Pokémon |
| Height | 1.5 m (4′11″) |
| Weight | 58.2 kg (128.3 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Torrent Sharpness (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0009 (Black/White) 0009 (Black 2/White 2) 0009 (Legends: Arceus) 0208 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 3 Attack |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 264 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Field |
|---|---|
| Gender | 87.5% male, 12.5% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 90 | 290 | 384 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 108 | 198 | 346 | |
| Defense | 80 | 148 | 284 | |
| Sp. Atk | 100 | 184 | 328 | |
| Sp. Def | 65 | 121 | 251 | |
| Speed | 85 | 157 | 295 | |
| Total | 528 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
Samurott changes
- In Generation 8, Hisuian Samurott has Shell Armor as its hidden ability.
- In Generations 5-7, Samurott has a base experience yield of 238.
- In Generations 5-7, Samurott has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
Samurott
| Black | One swing of the sword incorporated in its armor can fell an opponent. A simple glare from one of them quiets everybody. |
|---|---|
| White | Part of the armor on its anterior legs becomes a giant sword. Its cry alone is enough to intimidate most enemies. |
| Black 2 White 2 |
In the time it takes a foe to blink, it can draw and sheathe the seamitars attached to its front legs. |
| X Omega Ruby |
In the time it takes a foe to blink, it can draw and sheathe the seamitars attached to its front legs. |
| Y Alpha Sapphire |
One swing of the sword incorporated in its armor can fell an opponent. A simple glare from one of them quiets everybody. |
Hisuian Samurott
| Legends: Arceus | Hard of heart and deft of blade, this rare form of Samurott is a product of the Pokémon’s evolution in the region of Hisui. Its turbulent blows crash into foes like ceaseless pounding waves. |
|---|
Moves learned by Samurott
Moves learnt by level up
Samurott does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Samurott does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Samurott cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Samurott learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Megahorn | Bug | 120 | 85 | |
| 1 | Soak | Water | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Tail Whip | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Water Gun | Water | 40 | 100 | |
| 13 | Focus Energy | Normal | — | — | |
| 18 | Razor Shell | Water | 75 | 95 | |
| 21 | Fury Cutter | Bug | 40 | 95 | |
| 25 | Water Pulse | Water | 60 | 100 | |
| 29 | Aerial Ace | Flying | 60 | ∞ | |
| 34 | Aqua Jet | Water | 40 | 100 | |
| 39 | Encore | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 46 | Aqua Tail | Water | 90 | 90 | |
| 51 | Retaliate | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 58 | Swords Dance | Normal | — | — | |
| 63 | Hydro Pump | Water | 110 | 80 |
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Megahorn | Bug | 120 | 85 | |
| 1 | Slash | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 1 | Sucker Punch | Dark | 70 | 100 | |
| 1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Tail Whip | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Water Gun | Water | 40 | 100 | |
| 13 | Focus Energy | Normal | — | — | |
| 18 | Razor Shell | Water | 75 | 95 | |
| 21 | Fury Cutter | Bug | 40 | 95 | |
| 25 | Water Pulse | Water | 60 | 100 | |
| 29 | Aerial Ace | Flying | 60 | ∞ | |
| 34 | Aqua Jet | Water | 40 | 100 | |
| 39 | Encore | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 46 | Aqua Tail | Water | 90 | 90 | |
| 51 | Retaliate | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 58 | Swords Dance | Normal | — | — | |
| 63 | Hydro Pump | Water | 110 | 80 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Samurott learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet (regardless of level).
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ceaseless Edge | Dark | 65 | 90 |
Egg moves
Samurott learns the following moves via breeding or picnics in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Samurott gen 9 learnset page.
Moves learnt by TM
Samurott is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
Samurott sprites
Where to find Samurott
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Evolve Oshawott/Dewott |
|---|---|
| X Y |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Evolve Oshawott/Dewott |
| Sun Moon |
Poni Wilds |
| Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Not available in this game |
| Legends: Arceus | Space-Time Distortion |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Samurott questions
- What is a good moveset for Samurott?
- What is a good moveset for Hisuian Samurott?
- Do I receive a Medal in Black 2 for a Pokemon to Lvl. 100 from Mr. Medal?
- Can you only get one HA gen 5 starter?
- Is there any way to retrieve a Pokemon traded to a save file that ended up being deleted?
- How did a lv15 Tympole outspeed my lv50 Samurott?
- EV Spread for Samurott in a White 2 Nuzlocke?
- How do I teach Sacred Sword to Samurott in SV?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
| English | Samurott |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ダイケンキ (Daikenki) |
| German | Admurai |
| French | Clamiral |
| Italian | Samurott |
| Spanish | Samurott |
| Korean | 대검귀 (daegeomgwi) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 大剑鬼 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 大劍鬼 |
| English |
Formidable Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | かんろくポケモン |
| German | Würde-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Dignitaire |
| Italian | Pokémon Dignità |
| Spanish | Pokémon Majestuoso |
| Korean | 관록포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 威严宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 威嚴寶可夢 |
Name origin
- samurai
- a japanese warrior
- otter
- aquatic weasel-like mammal



