West Lake Axewell
60%- Method
- Walking in the overworld
- Level Range
- Lv. 8-14
- Conditions
- During overcast weather, Before entering the Hall of Fame
PokemonLore Pokédex
#270
POKÉDEX No. #270
Lotad
Water Weed Pokémon
LOTAD live in ponds and lakes, where they float on the surface. It grows weak if its broad leaf dies. On rare occasions, this POKéMON travels on land in search of clean water.
Weak to
Flying
Poison
Bug
Height0.5 m
Weight2.6 kg
AbilitiesSwift Swim
Varieties1
Evolution Chain
Base Stats
Lv.100 Range- HP40190–284
- Attack3058–174
- Defense3058–174
- Sp. Atk4076–196
- Sp. Def5094–218
- Speed3058–174
Total220
/ 720
BST220
2 percentile (1025)-190 vs Gen 3 avg (410)
Stat Radar
This PokémonAverage
Species Identity
Core species facts, alternate varieties, and Pokédex placements at a glance.
Generation
Generation 3
Habitat
Waters Edge
Color
Green
Shape
Armor
Gender Difference
No
Forms Switchable
No
Regional Pokédex Numbers
| National | #270 |
| Galar | #36 |
| Hoenn | #19 |
| Kalos Mountain | #55 |
| Kitakami | #104 |
| Updated Hoenn | #19 |
Training Profile
Battle-ready training facts pulled from EV yield, growth curve, and wild held item data.
Base Experience
44
EV Yield
+1 Sp. Def
Growth Curve
Medium Slow
(6x³) / (5) - 15x² + 100x - 140Exp at Lv. 50
117,360
Exp at Lv. 100
1,059,860
Wild Held Items
Mental Herb
Max rarity: 5%Versions: Omega Ruby, Alpha Sapphire, Sun, Moon
Evolution Chain
Type Matchups
Understanding damage taken from different types is crucial for battles. Plan your team accordingly!
Tip: Build your team with Pokémon that cover each other's weaknesses!
Full Type Defense Chart
Damage multipliers from all 18 attacking types
Battle Strategy
Ground
Rock
FireWater
Offensive Coverage
Lotad's Water / Grass typing gives it 3 weaknesses but strong offensive coverage against ground, rock, fire, water types
Recommended NaturesBased on stat distribution
Careful
+Sp. Def−Sp. Atk
Adamant
+Attack−Sp. Atk
In-Depth Analysis
With a base stat total of 220, Lotad plays as a balanced Pokémon with a flexible stat spread. Its standout stat is Special Defense at 50, while Attack (30) is the clear soft spot — build sets that protect that weakness.
Its Water, Grass typing leaves Lotad with 3 weaknesses against 3 resistances. Notably, it carries no 4× weaknesses, which makes it harder to punish. On offense, its STAB moves threaten 4 types for super-effective damage.
With a catch rate of 255, Lotad is comparatively easy to catch in the wild. It levels on the Medium Slow experience curve. Defeating it grants Special Defense +1 EVs, which is worth remembering when EV-training your own team.
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Reference Data
Names in Other Languages
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Pokédex Data
Height
0.5 m
Weight
2.6 kg
TypeWaterGrass
Abilities
Doubles Speed during rain.
Heals for 1/16 max HP after each turn during rain.
Prevents confusion.
Breeding Information
Breeding Information
🥚
Egg Groups
Water 1Plant
⚧
Gender Ratio
♂
50%
♀
50%
🐣
Hatch Steps
3,825
Hatch Counter: 15
⚪
Capture Rate
255
Higher values mean easier to catch
❤️
Base Happiness
70
Initial friendship level
📈
Growth Rate
Medium Slow
Experience points needed to level up
Move Name
Pokédex Entries
Frequently Asked Questions
What type is Lotad?
Lotad is a dual-type Water, Grass Pokémon.
What are Lotad's weaknesses?
Lotad takes 2× damage from Flying, Poison, Bug type moves.
How does Lotad evolve?
Lotad evolves into Lombre at level 14. Full evolution line: Lotad → Lombre → Ludicolo.
What are Lotad's base stats?
Lotad has a base stat total of 220: HP 40, Attack 30, Defense 30, Sp. Atk 40, Sp. Def 50, Speed 30. Its highest stat is Sp. Def (50).
