Staryu ヒトデマン
Water
Generation I
Star Shape Pokémon
Height 0.8m Weight 34.5kg
Illuminate
Natural Cure
Analytic (Hidden Ability)
Pokémon Profile
An enigmatic Pokémon that can effortlessly regenerate any appendage it loses in battle.
Base Stats
Form Base Stats：Staryu · Total 340
HP
30
Attack
45
Defense
55
Sp. Atk
70
Sp. Def
55
Speed
85
Basic Info
- Catch Rate
- 225（29.4%）
- Egg Groups
- Water 3
- Egg Cycles
- 20
- Base Friendship
- 50
- EV Yield
- Speed+1
- Base Experience
- 68
- Shape
- Columnar
- Color
- Brown
- Experience
- 1,250,000（Slow）
Type Matchups View full type chart →
Defensive (when attacked)
2× Weakness
Electric ×2
Grass ×2
1/2 Resistance
Fire ×0.5
Water ×0.5
Ice ×0.5
Steel ×0.5
Offensive (when attacking)
1/2 Resistance
Water ×0.5
Grass ×0.5
Dragon ×0.5
Evolution Chain
Learnset
| Level | Moves | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Tackle | Normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| — | Harden | Normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| 4 | Water Gun | Water | Special | 40 | 100 | 25 |
| 8 | Confuse Ray | Ghost | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| 12 | Rapid Spin | Normal | Physical | 50 | 100 | 40 |
| 16 | Minimize | Normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| 20 | Swift | Normal | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| 24 | Psybeam | Psychic | Special | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| 28 | Brine | Water | Special | 65 | 100 | 10 |
| 32 | Light Screen | Psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| 36 | Power Gem | Rock | Special | 80 | 100 | 20 |
| 40 | Psychic | Psychic | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| 44 | Surf | Water | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| 48 | Recover | Normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| 52 | Cosmic Power | Psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| 56 | Hydro Pump | Water | Special | 110 | 80 | 5 |
| TM | Moves | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TM14 | Thunder Wave | Electric | Status | — | 90 | 20 |
| TM17 | Light Screen | Psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| TM18 | Reflect | Psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| TM21 | Rest | Psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| TM24 | Snore | Normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| TM25 | Protect | Normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| TM27 | Icy Wind | Ice | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| TM33 | Rain Dance | Water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| TM35 | Hail | Ice | Status | — | — | 10 |
| TM36 | Whirlpool | Water | Special | 35 | 85 | 15 |
| TM39 | Facade | Normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| TM40 | Swift | Normal | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| TM45 | Dive | Water | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| TM55 | Brine | Water | Special | 65 | 100 | 10 |
| TM76 | Round | Normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| TM03 | Hydro Pump | Water | Special | 110 | 80 | 5 |
| TM04 | Surf | Water | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| TM05 | Ice Beam | Ice | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| TM06 | Blizzard | Ice | Special | 110 | 70 | 5 |
| TM08 | Thunderbolt | Electric | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| TM09 | Thunder | Electric | Special | 110 | 70 | 10 |
| TM11 | Psychic | Psychic | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| TM16 | Waterfall | Water | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| TM19 | Tri Attack | Normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| TM20 | Substitute | Normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| TM26 | Endure | Normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| TM27 | Sleep Talk | Normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| TM44 | Cosmic Power | Psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| TM52 | Gyro Ball | Steel | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| TM63 | Power Gem | Rock | Special | 80 | 100 | 20 |
| TM70 | Flash Cannon | Steel | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| TM84 | Scald | Water | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| TM92 | Dazzling Gleam | Fairy | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
Wild Encounters
Generation I
Blue
Kanto
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seafoam Islands | Lv.15 | Super Rod | 25% |
| Lv.28-33 | Walking | 20% | |
| Cinnabar Island | Lv.15 | Super Rod | 25% |
| Sea Route 19 | Lv.15 | Super Rod | 25% |
| Sea Route 20 | Lv.15 | Super Rod | 25% |
| Sea Route 21 | Lv.15 | Super Rod | 25% |
Green
Kanto
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seafoam Islands | Lv.15 | Super Rod | 25% |
| Lv.28-33 | Walking | 20% | |
| Cinnabar Island | Lv.15 | Super Rod | 25% |
| Sea Route 19 | Lv.15 | Super Rod | 25% |
| Sea Route 20 | Lv.15 | Super Rod | 25% |
| Sea Route 21 | Lv.15 | Super Rod | 25% |
Red
Kanto
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seafoam Islands | Lv.15 | Super Rod | 25% |
| Lv.30 | Walking | 20% | |
| Cinnabar Island | Lv.15 | Super Rod | 25% |
| Sea Route 19 | Lv.15 | Super Rod | 25% |
| Sea Route 20 | Lv.15 | Super Rod | 25% |
| Sea Route 21 | Lv.15 | Super Rod | 25% |
Yellow
Kanto
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seafoam Islands | Lv.20-40 | Super Rod | 30% |
| Lv.30 | Surfing | 10% | |
| Vermilion City | Lv.15 | Super Rod | 20% |
| Pallet Town | Lv.5-10 | Super Rod | 40% |
| Cinnabar Island | Lv.10-15 | Super Rod | 40% |
| Sea Route 19 | Lv.20 | Super Rod | 30% |
| Sea Route 20 | Lv.30 | Super Rod | 20% |
| Sea Route 21 | Lv.20 | Super Rod | 30% |
Generation II
Crystal
Johto
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Cave | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Cherrygrove City | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Olivine City | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Cianwood City | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Route 34 | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Sea Route 40 | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% |
Kanto
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Route 19 | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% |
Gold
Johto
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Cave | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Cherrygrove City | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Olivine City | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Cianwood City | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Route 34 | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Sea Route 40 | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% |
Kanto
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Route 19 | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% |
Silver
Johto
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Cave | Lv.40 | Super Rod | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Cherrygrove City | Lv.40 | Super Rod | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Olivine City | Lv.40 | Super Rod | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Cianwood City | Lv.40 | Super Rod | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Route 34 | Lv.40 | Super Rod | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Sea Route 40 | Lv.40 | Super Rod | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% |
Kanto
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Route 19 | Lv.40 | Super Rod | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% |
Generation III
Emerald
Hoenn
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lilycove City | Lv.25-30 | Super Rod | 15% |
LeafGreen
Kanto
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Icefall Cave | Lv.15-25 | Super Rod | 40% |
| S.S. Anne | Lv.15-25 | Super Rod | 40% |
| Vermilion City | Lv.15-25 | Super Rod | 40% |
| Pallet Town | Lv.15-25 | Super Rod | 40% |
| One Island | Lv.15-25 | Super Rod | 40% |
| Five Island | Lv.15-25 | Super Rod | 40% |
| Cinnabar Island | Lv.15-25 | Super Rod | 40% |
Ruby
Hoenn
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lilycove City | Lv.25-30 | Super Rod | 15% |
Sapphire
Hoenn
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lilycove City | Lv.25-30 | Super Rod | 15% |
Generation IV
Diamond
Sinnoh
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canalave City | Lv.20-40 | Super Rod | 15% |
| Sunyshore City | Lv.20-40 | Super Rod | 15% |
HeartGold
Johto
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Cave | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Cherrygrove City | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Olivine City | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Cianwood City | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Route 34 | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Sea Route 40 | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Route 47 | Lv.15-25 | Surfing | 5% |
Kanto
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Route 19 | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% |
Pearl
Sinnoh
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canalave City | Lv.20-40 | Super Rod | 15% |
| Sunyshore City | Lv.20-40 | Super Rod | 15% |
Platinum
Sinnoh
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canalave City | Lv.20-50 | Super Rod | 15% |
| Sunyshore City | Lv.20-50 | Super Rod | 15% |
SoulSilver
Johto
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Cave | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Cherrygrove City | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Olivine City | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Cianwood City | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Route 34 | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Sea Route 40 | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% | |
| Route 47 | Lv.15-25 | Surfing | 5% |
Kanto
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Route 19 | Lv.40 | Super RodNight | 30% |
| Lv.20 | Good RodNight | 10% |
Generation V
Black
Unova
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Route 13 | Lv.25-60 | Surfing (ripples) | 60% |
| Lv.25-55 | Surfing | 30% |
Black 2
Unova
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undella Town | Lv.25-40 | Surfing (ripples) | 60% |
| Lv.25-40 | Surfing | 30% | |
| Humilau City | Lv.30-45 | Surfing | 30% |
| Route 13 | Lv.25-40 | Surfing (ripples) | 60% |
| Lv.25-40 | Surfing | 30% |
White
Unova
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Route 13 | Lv.25-60 | Surfing (ripples) | 60% |
| Lv.25-55 | Surfing | 30% |
White 2
Unova
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undella Town | Lv.25-40 | Surfing (ripples) | 60% |
| Lv.25-40 | Surfing | 30% | |
| Humilau City | Lv.30-45 | Surfing | 30% |
| Route 13 | Lv.25-40 | Surfing (ripples) | 60% |
| Lv.25-40 | Surfing | 30% |
Generation VI
X
Kalos
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Route 8 | Lv.25 | Good Rod | 35% |
Generation VII
Let's Go, Eevee!
Kanto
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Route 18 | Lv.33-38 | Overworld (water) | 100% |
| Sea Route 19 | Lv.37-42 | Overworld (water) | 100% |
| Sea Route 21 | Lv.37-42 | Overworld (water) | 100% |
Let's Go, Pikachu!
Kanto
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Route 18 | Lv.33-38 | Overworld (water) | 100% |
| Sea Route 19 | Lv.37-42 | Overworld (water) | 100% |
| Sea Route 21 | Lv.37-42 | Overworld (water) | 100% |
Moon
Alola
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poké Pelago | Lv.21-55 | Gift | 8% |
| Hano Beach | Lv.21-24 | Walking | 80% |
| Route 7 | Lv.10-19 | Super Rod | 1% |
Sun
Alola
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poké Pelago | Lv.21-55 | Gift | 8% |
| Hano Beach | Lv.21-24 | Walking | 80% |
| Route 7 | Lv.10-19 | Super Rod | 1% |
Ultra Moon
Alola
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poké Pelago | Lv.21-55 | Gift | 5% |
| Hano Beach | Lv.22-25 | Walking | 70% |
| Route 7 | Lv.10-23 | Bubbling spots | 35% |
| Lv.10-18 | Super Rod | 5% |
Ultra Sun
Alola
| Location | Level | Method | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poké Pelago | Lv.21-55 | Gift | 5% |
| Hano Beach | Lv.22-25 | Walking | 70% |
| Route 7 | Lv.10-23 | Bubbling spots | 35% |
| Lv.10-18 | Super Rod | 5% |
Staryu Competitive Movesets & Sets
Staryu movesets cover 8 generations and 14 formats with 19 sets in total, including moves, abilities, items, natures, EVs and Tera types with analysis.
8 Generation
14 Format
19 set
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Pokédex Entries
Generation I
- Red：
- An enigmatic Pokémon that can effortlessly regenerate any appendage it loses in battle.
- Yellow：
- As long as the center section is unharmed, it can grow back fully even if it is chopped to bits.
Generation II
- Gold：
- At night, the cen ter of its body slowly flickers with the same rhythm as a human heartbeat.
- Silver：
- Even if its body is torn, it can regenerate as long as the glowing central core re mains intact.
- Crystal：
- When the stars twinkle at night, it floats up from the sea floor, and its body's center core flickers.
Generation III
- Ruby：
- STARYU’s center section has an organ called the core that shines bright red. If you go to a beach toward the end of summer, the glowing cores of these Pokémon look like the stars in the sky.
- Sapphire：
- STARYU apparently communicates with the stars in the night sky by flashing the red core at the center of its body. If parts of its body are torn, this Pokémon simply regenerates the missing pieces and limbs.
- Emerald：
- It gathers with others in the night and makes its red core glow on and off with the twinkling stars. It can regenerate limbs if they are severed from its body.
- FireRed：
- It appears in large numbers by seashores. At night, its central core flashes with a red light.
- LeafGreen：
- An enigmatic Pokémon that can effortlessly regenerate any appendage it loses in battle.
Generation IV
- Diamond：
- If its body is torn, it can grow back if the red core remains. The core flashes at midnight.
- HeartGold：
- At night, the middle of its body slowly flickers with the same rhythm as a human heartbeat.
- SoulSilver：
- Even if its body is torn, it can regenerate as long as the glowing central core remains intact.
Generation V
- Black：
- If its body is torn, it can grow back if the red core remains. The core flashes at midnight.
- Black 2：
- As long as its red core remains, it can regenerate its body instantly, even if it’s torn apart.
Generation VI
- X：
- Even if its body is torn, it can regenerate as long as the glowing central core remains intact.
- Y：
- It appears in large numbers by seashores. At night, its central core flashes with a red light.
- Omega Ruby：
- Staryu’s center section has an organ called the core that shines bright red. If you go to a beach toward the end of summer, the glowing cores of these Pokémon look like the stars in the sky.
- Alpha Sapphire：
- Staryu apparently communicates with the stars in the night sky by flashing the red core at the center of its body. If parts of its body are torn, this Pokémon simply regenerates the missing pieces and limbs.
Generation VII
- Sun：
- Large numbers of these Pokémon make their home at the seaside. At night, a strange red glow radiates from the center of their bodies.
- Moon：
- This Pokémon gets nibbled on by Lumineon and others. Thanks to its red core, it regenerates fast, so it’s unconcerned by their snack attacks.
- Ultra Sun：
- In many places, there are folktales of stardust falling into the ocean and becoming Staryu.
- Ultra Moon：
- No number of injuries can bother Staryu. Its amazing regenerative powers return it to its previous state in half a day!
- Let's Go Pikachu：
- As long as the center section is unharmed, this Pokémon can grow back fully even if it is chopped to bits.
Generation VIII
- Sword：
- If you visit a beach at the end of summer, you’ll be able to see groups of Staryu lighting up in a steady rhythm.
- Shield：
- Fish Pokémon nibble at it, but Staryu isn’t bothered. Its body regenerates quickly, even if part of it is completely torn off.