Golem

Golem (Pokédex #0076) is a Rock/Ground-type POKEMON first introduced in Generation 1. It is officially classified as the Megaton Pokémon. Its boulder-like body is extremely hard. It can easily withstand dynamite blasts without damage.

As a Rock/Ground-type POKEMON, Golem has a specific set of type matchups that trainers must account for. It has a 4× weakness to Water and Grass — these moves deal quadruple damage and should always be avoided in battle. It takes double damage from Ice, Fighting, Ground, Steel moves. Conversely, Golem is completely immune to Electric — these moves deal zero damage regardless of power. It resists Normal, Fire, Flying, Rock moves, taking only half damage from them.

Golem's battle stats: Base Stat Total of 495 (solid). Full distribution: HP 80 · ATK 120 · DEF 130 · SP.ATK 55 · SP.DEF 65 · SPD 45. Its standout stat is DEF (130), which makes it best suited for physical defense roles. Its abilities are Rock head, Sturdy, Sand veil, with Sand veil as its hidden ability.

Golem stands 1.4 m (55") tall and weighs 300.0 kg (661.4 lbs). It is typically found in Mountain environments. Capture rate: 45/255 (difficult to catch). Use Ultra Balls with a status condition (Sleep or Paralysis) for the best results. Growth rate: Medium Slow. Egg groups: Mineral.

Golem is part of the Geodude → Graveler → Golem evolution line (3-stage). Golem is the final evolved form — the strongest stage of this line.

Related POKEMON in the same evolution line: Geodude and Graveler. Click any name to view their full stats, moves, and type matchup chart.