Encounter locations
| Region | Location | Method | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoenn | Route 102 | Walking | 3–4 |
| Hoenn | Route 114 | Walking | 15–16 |
| Sinnoh | Route 203 | WalkingNational Dex obtained | 6 |
| Sinnoh | Route 204 North | WalkingNational Dex obtained | 10 |
| Sinnoh | Route 204 South | WalkingNational Dex obtained | 5 |
| Sinnoh | Route 205 North | WalkingNational Dex obtained | 13–14 |
| Sinnoh | Route 212 South | WalkingNational Dex obtained | 26 |
| Johto | Lake of Rage | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
This Pokémon is eligible for Mirage Rifts. Each opening rolls its own pool, so check active portals on the Town Map.
Check the Town Map to see which swarms are active.
This guide covers documented encounter tables and selected story events. Other scripted gifts or events may also award this Pokémon.
Natures
Randomly generated Pokémon can have any of the 25 natures. Twenty raise one stat by 10% and lower another by 10%. Five are neutral. HP stays the same.
View all 25 natures and stat effects
| Nature | Raises (+10%) | Lowers (−10%) |
|---|---|---|
| Hardy | — | — |
| Lonely | Attack | Defense |
| Brave | Attack | Speed |
| Adamant | Attack | Special Attack |
| Naughty | Attack | Special Defense |
| Bold | Defense | Attack |
| Docile | — | — |
| Relaxed | Defense | Speed |
| Impish | Defense | Special Attack |
| Lax | Defense | Special Defense |
| Timid | Speed | Attack |
| Hasty | Speed | Defense |
| Serious | — | — |
| Jolly | Speed | Special Attack |
| Naive | Speed | Special Defense |
| Modest | Special Attack | Attack |
| Mild | Special Attack | Defense |
| Quiet | Special Attack | Speed |
| Bashful | — | — |
| Rash | Special Attack | Special Defense |
| Calm | Special Defense | Attack |
| Gentle | Special Defense | Defense |
| Sassy | Special Defense | Speed |
| Careful | Special Defense | Special Attack |
| Quirky | — | — |
Stats and abilities
- HP
- 40
- Attack
- 30
- Defense
- 30
- Sp. Attack
- 40
- Sp. Defense
- 50
- Speed
- 30
Abilities · Swift Swim / Rain Dish
Hidden ability · Own Tempo
Size · 0.5 m · 2.6 kg
Evolution and forms
- Into Lombre · Level 14
Level-up moves
View level-up moves for Lotad
| Level | Move |
|---|---|
| 1 | Growl |
| 1 | Astonish |
| 3 | Absorb |
| 6 | Water Gun |
| 9 | Mist |
| 12 | Mega Drain |
| 16 | Flail |
| 20 | Bubble Beam |
| 24 | Leech Seed |
| 28 | Giga Drain |
| 33 | Rain Dance |
| 38 | Zen Headbutt |
| 43 | Energy Ball |