Staryu.
BST 340 · water
Staryu is weak to Electric, Grass and resists Fire, Water, Ice, Steel.
Staryu base stats
BST 340 · ranges at level 100Staryu weaknesses and resistances
damage taken from each attacking typeStaryu abilities
3 total · 1 hiddenStaryu evolution line
2 stagesStaryu evolves into Starmie: use a Water Stone. How to evolve Staryu, every game
Best Staryu moves
gen 8 learnset · sorted by base powerStaryu moves
gen 8 · 72 moves · 17 level-up · 40 TM/HM · 15 tutorStaryu Pokédex entries
8 generations · newest firstIf you visit a beach at the end of summer, you’ll be able to see groups of Staryu lighting up in a steady rhythm.
Fish Pokémon nibble at it, but Staryu isn’t bothered. Its body regenerates quickly, even if part of it is completely torn off.
Large numbers of these Pokémon make their home at the seaside. At night, a strange red glow radiates from the center of their bodies.
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.
In many places, there are folktales of stardust falling into the ocean and becoming Staryu.
No number of injuries can bother Staryu. Its amazing regenerative powers return it to its previous state in half a day!
As long as the center section is unharmed, this Pokémon can grow back fully even if it is chopped to bits.
Even if its body is torn, it can regenerate as long as the glowing central core remains intact.
It appears in large numbers by seashores. At night, its central core flashes with a red light.
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.
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.
If its body is torn, it can grow back if the red core remains. The core flashes at midnight.
As long as its red core remains, it can regenerate its body instantly, even if it’s torn apart.
If its body is torn, it can grow back if the red core remains. The core flashes at midnight.
At night, the middle of its body slowly flickers with the same rhythm as a human heartbeat.
Even if its body is torn, it can regenerate as long as the glowing central core remains intact.
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.
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.
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.
It appears in large numbers by seashores. At night, its central core flashes with a red light.
An enigmatic POKéMON that can effortlessly regenerate any appendage it loses in battle.
At night, the cen ter of its body slowly flickers with the same rhythm as a human heartbeat.
Even if its body is torn, it can regenerate as long as the glowing central core re mains intact.
When the stars twinkle at night, it floats up from the sea floor, and its body's center core flickers.
An enigmatic POKéMON that can effortlessly regenerate any appendage it loses in battle.
As long as the center section is unharmed, it can grow back fully even if it is chopped to bits.
Staryu species data
gen I species · breeding and trainingAbout Staryu
Staryu is a Water-type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1 (Kanto). 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. Staryu stands 0.8 m (2'07") tall and weighs 34.5 kg (76.1 lbs), making it a small Pokémon.
Staryu base stats
Staryu has a base stat total of 340, which is low, indicating a pre-evolution or utility-focused Pokémon. Its highest stat is Speed at 85 (good), while its lowest is HP at 30 (poor). Staryu is moderately fast with a base Speed of 85.
Staryu weaknesses and resistances
As a Water-type, Staryu is weak to Electric, Grass-type moves, resists Fire, Water, Ice, Steel-type attacks. This gives Staryu 2 weaknesses, 4 resistances, and 0 immunities.
Staryu abilities
Staryu's abilities include Natural Cure, Illuminate, Analytic. Natural Cure cures any major status ailment upon switching out.. Illuminate doubles the wild encounter rate. Its Hidden Ability is Analytic, which strengthens moves to 1.3× their power when moving last.
Staryu moves and learnset
Staryu can learn 72 moves in Generation 8, including 17 by leveling up, 40 via TM/HM, and 15 from move tutors. Its strongest STAB moves include Hydro Pump (Water, 110 power), Surf (Water, 90 power), Dive (Water, 80 power), Scald (Water, 80 power). For coverage, Staryu can learn Blizzard (Ice), Thunder (Electric), Psychic (Psychic).
Training Staryu
Staryu has a capture rate of 225 (88.2%), making it relatively easy to catch. Defeating Staryu yields 1 Speed EV. It has a slow growth rate and requires approximately 5,376 steps to hatch from an Egg. Staryu belongs to the Water3 egg group. Staryu is part of a 2-stage evolution line (Staryu → Starmie). Wild Staryu may be found holding Stardust or Star Piece.
Use the tools on the right to calculate damage, optimize EVs, build teams, and more with Staryu. Check the damage calculator to find the best moves against Staryu, or use the team builder to see how Staryu fits into your squad.
