Remoraid is a Water-type Pokémon introduced in Generation II. Known as the "Jet Pokémon," it has a unique appearance resembling a combination of a fish and a handgun. Remoraid is well-known for its exceptional accuracy in shooting water from its mouth, capable of hitting moving targets from over 300 feet away. This remarkable ability has earned it the nickname "sniper of the seas".
One of Remoraid's most interesting behaviors is its symbiotic relationship with Mantine. It often attaches itself to Mantine's underside using its dorsal fin as a suction pad, feeding on the larger Pokémon's leftovers. This adaptation helps Remoraid avoid predators and share in Mantine's prosperity. Interestingly, Remoraid will even fight alongside Mantine if it's attacked, showcasing a unique form of mutualism in the Pokémon world.
Remoraid's evolution is quite surprising. Despite its fish-like appearance, it evolves into Octillery, an octopus-like Pokémon, at level 25. This drastic change in form has puzzled researchers for a long time. Additionally, Remoraid plays a crucial role in Mantyke's evolution, as a Mantyke will only evolve into Mantine if a Remoraid is present in the party.
Pokédex Data
- Category: Jet Pokémon
- Height: 2'00" (0.6 m)
- Weight: 26.5 lbs (12 kg)
- Abilities: Hustle, Sniper, Moody (Hidden)
Breeding
- Egg Groups: Water 1, Water 2
- Gender Ratio: 50% Male, 50% Female
- Base Egg Steps: 5,120
Pokédex Entries Across Versions
- Gold: It has superb accuracy. The water it shoots out can strike even moving prey from more than 300 feet.
- Silver: Using its dorsal fin as a suction pad, it clings to a Mantine's underside to scavenge for leftovers.
- Crystal: To escape from an attacker, it may shoot water out of its mouth, then use that force to swim backward.
- Ruby/Sapphire: Remoraid sucks in water, then expels it at high velocity using its abdominal muscles to shoot down flying prey. When evolution draws near, this Pokémon travels downstream from rivers.
Evolutions
Remoraid evolves into Octillery at level 25.
Habits
Remoraid is known to travel in schools and often attaches itself to Mantine. It uses its powerful water-shooting ability not only for hunting but also for propelling itself backward when threatened. When evolution is near, Remoraid tends to travel downstream from rivers.
Additions Across Generations
In Generation 3, Remoraid gained the Sniper ability. Its hidden ability, Moody, was introduced in later generations. The base friendship value for Remoraid was changed from 70 to 50 in Generation 8. Remoraid's role in Mantyke's evolution was introduced in Generation 4, adding an interesting mechanic to its gameplay significance.