No. 0535
Tympole
Tadpole Pokémon
Turn it with the arrows or by dragging · pinch or scroll to zoom. Fan-made model from the Pokémon 3D API project.
Tympole is a Water-type Pokémon, 2× weak to Grass and Electric, with a base stat total of 294. It isn’t usable in Pokémon Champions’ Regulation M-C.
- Height
- 0.5 m 1′08″
- Weight
- 4.5 kg 9.9 lbs
- Base stat total
- 294 Higher than 13% of Pokémon
- Introduced
- Gen V Black & White
It uses sound waves to communicate with others of its kind. People and other Pokémon species can’t hear its cries of warning.
Base stats
Ranges in Pokémon Champions at Lv 50: 0 Stat Points with a −10% Stat Alignment to 32 Stat Points with a +10% one (HP has no alignment).Ranges in the main games at Lv 100: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 1 Spe.
Stat calculatorChampions Stat Points & Stat Alignment, or EVs, IVs & nature
Type matchups
Weak to
Resists
Takes normal damage from 12 types
With : Water becomes 0×
Speed tiers
The faster Pokémon moves first each turn, so knowing who you outspeed decides a lot of battles. These are its Speed values at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base Speed 64); Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.
At max Speed, Tympole outspeeds 12 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC on Showdown.
Mega Garchomp ZModest · 32 SP · #21 on Showdown
Mega GengarTimid · 32 SP · #26 on Showdown
Mega Raichu YTimid · 23 SP · #13 on Showdown
Mega SalamenceTimid · 32 SP · #4 on Showdown
WhimsicottTimid · 32 SP · #23 on Showdown
Mega MetagrossJolly · 32 SP · #28 on Showdown
Mega StaraptorJolly · 32 SP · #29 on Showdown
SneaslerAdamant · 32 SP · #2 on Showdown
Mega FloetteTimid · 32 SP · #17 on Showdown
GarchompJolly · 32 SP · #19 on Showdown
Mega Charizard YTimid · 32 SP · #14 on Showdown
Mega GardevoirTimid · 32 SP · #20 on Showdown
IndeedeeTimid · 32 SP · #30 on Showdown
Hisuian ArcanineJolly · 32 SP · #16 on Showdown
ArchaludonTimid · 32 SP · #9 on Showdown
GholdengoTimid · 32 SP · #8 on Showdown
PelipperTimid · 32 SP · #12 on Showdown
VolcaronaBold · 0 SP · #25 on Showdown
RillaboomAdamant · 0 SP · #1 on Showdown
MiloticCalm · 0 SP · #15 on Showdown
SylveonModest · 15 SP · #18 on Showdown
Female IndeedeeRelaxed · 0 SP · #7 on Showdown
PolitoedCalm · 0 SP · #22 on Showdown
SinistchaBold · 0 SP · #24 on Showdown
ArmarougeQuiet · 0 SP · #27 on Showdown
IncineroarCareful · 0 SP · #3 on Showdown
FarigirafBold · 0 SP · #11 on Showdown
KingambitAdamant · 0 SP · #5 on Showdown
Mega GolisopodAdamant · 0 SP · #10 on ShowdownSmogon · Showdown Others at their most common Speed investment in Champions VGC (Reg M-C · Doubles, Sep 2026); Pokémon holding a Mega Stone are shown as their Mega.
Abilities
If is active, this Pokémon's Speed is doubled.
Everything about Swift Swim →Other Pokémon with Swift Swim 44
Psyduck
Golduck
Poliwag
Poliwhirl
Poliwrath
Horsea
Goldeen
Seaking
Magikarp
Omanyte
Omastar
Kabuto
Kabutops
Qwilfish
Mantine
Kingdra
Mega Swampert
Lotad
Lombre
Ludicolo
Surskit
Anorith
Armaldo
Feebas
Huntail
Gorebyss
Relicanth
Luvdisc
Buizel
Floatzel
Finneon
Lumineon
Mantyke
Palpitoad
Seismitoad
Tirtouga
Carracosta
Beartic
Chewtle
Drednaw
Arrokuda
Barraskewda
Basculegion
OverqwilThis Pokémon has its status cured at the end of each turn if is active.
Everything about Hydration →This Pokémon heals 1/4 of its max HP when hit by Water moves; Water .
Everything about Water Absorb →
Seel
Dewgong
Lapras
Vaporeon
Smoochum
Wingull
Barboach
Whiscash
Phione
Manaphy
Ducklett
Swanna
Alomomola
Shelmet
Accelgor
Goomy
Sliggoo
Goodra
Chinchou
Lanturn
Wooper
Quagsire
Cacnea
Cacturne
Maractus
Frillish
Jellicent
Volcanion
Dewpider
Araquanid
Dracovish
Arctovish
Clodsire
Wellspring Mask OgerponCompetitive
Smogon · Showdown On Showdown
Not used in the tracked Showdown formats this month.
Other Showdown formats Scarlet & Violet, with Tera
Evolution
Moves
Level up 14
| 1 | Echoed VoicePower increases when used on consecutive turns. | Normal | Spec | 40 | 100% | 15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GrowlLowers the foe(s) Attack by 1. | Normal | Status | — | 100% | 40 |
| 4 | Acid10% chance to lower the foe(s) Sp. Def by 1. | Poison | Spec | 40 | 100% | 30 |
| 8 | SupersonicCauses the target to become confused. | Normal | Status | — | 55% | 20 |
| 12 | Mud Shot100% chance to lower the target's Speed by 1. | Ground | Spec | 55 | 95% | 15 |
| 16 | RoundPower doubles if others used Round this turn. | Normal | Spec | 60 | 100% | 15 |
| 20 | Bubble Beam10% chance to lower the target's Speed by 1. | Water | Spec | 65 | 100% | 20 |
| 24 | FlailMore power the less HP the user has left. | Normal | Phys | — | 100% | 15 |
| 28 | UproarLasts 3 turns. Active Pokémon cannot fall asleep. | Normal | Spec | 90 | 100% | 10 |
| 32 | Aqua RingUser recovers 1/16 max HP per turn. | Water | Status | — | — | 20 |
| 36 | Hyper VoiceNo additional effect. Hits adjacent foes. | Normal | Spec | 90 | 100% | 10 |
| 40 | Muddy Water30% chance to lower the foe(s) accuracy by 1. | Water | Spec | 90 | 85% | 10 |
| 44 | Rain DanceFor 5 turns, heavy rain powers Water moves. | Water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| 48 | Hydro PumpNo additional effect. | Water | Spec | 110 | 80% | 5 |
TM / HM / TR 26
| TM16 | ScreechLowers the target's Defense by 2. | Normal | Status | — | 85% | 40 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TM21 | RestUser sleeps 2 turns and restores HP and status. | Psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| TM24 | SnoreUser must be asleep. 30% chance to flinch target. | Normal | Spec | 50 | 100% | 15 |
| TM25 | ProtectPrevents moves from affecting the user this turn. | Normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| TM27 | Icy Wind100% chance to lower the foe(s) Speed by 1. | Ice | Spec | 55 | 95% | 15 |
| TM31 | AttractA target of the opposite gender gets infatuated. | Normal | Status | — | 100% | 15 |
| TM33 | Rain DanceFor 5 turns, heavy rain powers Water moves. | Water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| TM35 | HailFor 5 turns, hail crashes down. | Ice | Status | — | — | 10 |
| TM39 | FacadePower doubles if user is burn/poison/paralyzed. | Normal | Phys | 70 | 100% | 20 |
| TM46 | Weather BallPower doubles and type varies in each weather. | Normal | Spec | 50 | 100% | 10 |
| TM52 | BounceBounces turn 1. Hits turn 2. 30% paralyze. | Phys | 85 | 85% | 5 | |
| TM53 | Mud Shot100% chance to lower the target's Speed by 1. | Ground | Spec | 55 | 95% | 15 |
| TM76 | RoundPower doubles if others used Round this turn. | Normal | Spec | 60 | 100% | 15 |
| TR03 | Hydro PumpNo additional effect. | Water | Spec | 110 | 80% | 5 |
| TR04 | SurfHits adjacent Pokémon. Double damage on Dive. | Water | Spec | 90 | 100% | 15 |
| TR20 | SubstituteUser takes 1/4 its max HP to put in a substitute. | Normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| TR22 | Sludge Bomb30% chance to poison the target. | Poison | Spec | 90 | 100% | 10 |
| TR26 | EndureUser survives attacks this turn with at least 1 HP. | Normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| TR27 | Sleep TalkUser must be asleep. Uses another known move. | Normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| TR35 | UproarLasts 3 turns. Active Pokémon cannot fall asleep. | Normal | Spec | 90 | 100% | 10 |
| TR42 | Hyper VoiceNo additional effect. Hits adjacent foes. | Normal | Spec | 90 | 100% | 10 |
| TR45 | Muddy Water30% chance to lower the foe(s) accuracy by 1. | Water | Spec | 90 | 85% | 10 |
| TR67 | Earth Power10% chance to lower the target's Sp. Def by 1. | Ground | Spec | 90 | 100% | 10 |
| TR78 | Sludge Wave10% chance to poison adjacent Pokémon. | Poison | Spec | 95 | 100% | 10 |
| TR84 | Scald30% chance to burn the target. Thaws target. | Water | Spec | 80 | 100% | 15 |
| TR91 | Venom DrenchLowers Atk/Sp. Atk/Speed of poisoned foes by 1. | Poison | Status | — | 100% | 20 |
Egg moves 4
| Egg | MistFor 5 turns, protects user's party from stat drops. | Ice | Status | — | — | 30 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egg | Mud-Slap100% chance to lower the target's accuracy by 1. | Ground | Spec | 20 | 100% | 10 |
| Egg | ToxicBadly poisons the target. Poison types can't miss. | Poison | Status | — | 90% | 10 |
| Egg | Water Pulse20% chance to confuse the target. | Water | Spec | 60 | 100% | 20 |
No moves match those filters.
Biology
Tympole communicate by vibrating their cheeks. People and other Pokémon species cannot hear its cries.
Adapted from Wikipedia: List of generation V Pokémon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · edited.
Polls & views
- Official vote, Japan#313 of 720 in the 2016 Pokémon General Election 720 (Japan), tiedOfficial results, via Cinematoday
Each line is one source, as it published it. Polls counted every form under its species.
Pokédex entries
- Tadpole Pokémon
- Unova · Black & White
- Color
- Blue
- —
It uses sound waves to communicate with others of its kind. People and other Pokémon species can’t hear its cries of warning.
ShieldGraceful ripples running across the water’s surface are a sure sign that Tympole are singing in high-pitched voices below.
SwordBy vibrating its cheeks, it emits sound waves imperceptible to humans and warns others of danger.
Black 2 · White 2 · X · Omega RubyBy vibrating its cheeks, it emits sound waves imperceptible to humans. It uses the rhythm of these sounds to talk.
White · Y · Alpha SapphireThey warn others of danger by vibrating their cheeks to create a high-pitched sound.
Black
Names around the world
- English
- Tympole
- Japanese
- オタマロ
- Japanese (romaji)
- Otamaro
- Korean
- 동챙이
- Chinese (Traditional)
- 圓蝌蚪
- Chinese (Simplified)
- 圆蝌蚪
- French
- Tritonde
- German
- Schallquap
- Spanish
- Tympole
- Italian
- Tympole
Sprites
Artwork and 3D models
Gen VIII · Gen VII · Gen VI · Gen V
Training
- 1 Spe
- 255 ≈33.3% with a Poké Ball at full HP
- 70
- 59
- Medium Slow
Breeding
- Water 1
- ♂ 50%♀ 50%
- 20 egg cycles ≈5,355 steps (Gen IV–VII)
Where to find
Shield: The Isle of Armor 4 areas
- Challenge Beach (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
- Courageous Cavern (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
- Forest of Focus (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
- Soothing Wetlands (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
Sword: The Isle of Armor 4 areas
- Challenge Beach (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
- Courageous Cavern (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
- Forest of Focus (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
- Soothing Wetlands (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
Shield 13 areas
- Dappled GroveWalking in tall grass or a cave, Walking in the overworld · Lv 11–60
- Dusty Bowl (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
- North Lake MilochWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 14–60
- North Lake Miloch (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–20
- North Lake Miloch (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–20
- South Lake Miloch (Main Area)Walking in tall grass or a cave, Walking in the overworld · Lv 11–60
- South Lake Miloch (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–20
- South Lake Miloch (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–20
- Watchtower RuinsWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 11–60
- West Lake AxewellWalking in tall grass or a cave, Walking in the overworld · Lv 7–60
- West Lake Axewell (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
- West Lake Axewell (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
- West Lake Axewell (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
Sword 13 areas
- Dappled GroveWalking in tall grass or a cave, Walking in the overworld · Lv 11–60
- Dusty Bowl (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
- North Lake MilochWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 14–60
- North Lake Miloch (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–20
- North Lake Miloch (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–20
- South Lake Miloch (Main Area)Walking in tall grass or a cave, Walking in the overworld · Lv 11–60
- South Lake Miloch (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–20
- South Lake Miloch (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–20
- Watchtower RuinsWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 11–60
- West Lake AxewellWalking in tall grass or a cave, Walking in the overworld · Lv 7–60
- West Lake Axewell (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
- West Lake Axewell (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
- West Lake Axewell (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
White 1 area
- Pinwheel Forest (outside)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 12–17
Black 1 area
- Pinwheel Forest (outside)Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 12–17
Locations cover Red & Blue to Sword & Shield (with its DLC) and Let’s Go. We don’t have them yet for Legends: Arceus, Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl, Scarlet & Violet and Legends: Z-A.