Totodile Evolutions, Mega Evolution and Tips

Learn all about Totodile's evolutions, Croconaw and Feraligatr, plus its powerful Mega Evolution in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Get tips for using it effectively!

Hey there! So you're curious about Totodile and how it grows in Pokémon Legends: Z-A? It's a solid choice, and I'm here to walk you through its journey from a cute little starter to a powerhouse.

Totodile’s Evolution in Pokemon ZA

First off, Totodile's evolution path is pretty straightforward, just like you might remember. Here's the breakdown:

• Totodile evolves into Croconaw starting at level 18.
• Then, Croconaw evolves into the mighty Feraligatr at level 30.

One of the coolest things about Totodile is its movepool early on. It gets a nice mix of Normal, Water, and even Dark-type moves. This makes it super handy right from the get-go, especially because Water moves are effective against Ground, Fire, and Rock-type Pokémon – and you'll run into a bunch of those early to mid-game. Plus, its Dark-type move, Bite, is fantastic for taking on Ghost and Psychic Pokémon. You'll start seeing more of those around Main Story mission 8 or in Wild Zone 4, so Totodile is really well-positioned for those encounters. If you pair it with a Fire-type like Houndoom later on, Feraligatr really shines. The only real snag is that some main story battles might throw an Ice-type at you, which can be a bit tough for Totodile and Croconaw. Also, keep an eye out for Mareep in the Battle Zones; they can also give your Water-type a hard time.

Another secret perk of picking Totodile is that you won't be stuck with weak Water Pokémon early on. Honestly, Starmie is about the only other Water-type that's really worth the hassle early on. So, Totodile can easily be your go-to Water-type for the entire game. Oh, and don't forget, you can use Totodile and its evolutions' Water Gun move to clear out those annoying purple slime obstacles you'll find scattered around the map!

Totodile’s Mega Evolution in Pokemon ZA

Now, let's talk about the really exciting stuff: Mega Evolution! If you weren't aware, Totodile and its final evolution, Feraligatr, can achieve a Mega Evolution. This feature is a big deal in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, and your starter is likely to be one of the first Pokémon you'll Mega Evolve, especially in mid to late-game battles.

With Totodile, you'll be able to Mega Evolve your Feraligatr into Mega Feraligatr. You'll get the necessary Mega Stone as part of the main storyline, so don't worry about missing it. When Feraligatr Mega Evolves, it transforms from a Water-type to a Dragon-type. This is a huge change! Its only weaknesses then become Dragon and Fairy types. You'll encounter some Dragon-types later in the game, like Dragonites, so you'll want to keep Mega Feraligatr away from them. Also, Chikorita's Mega Evolution also becomes a Fairy-type, so that's another one to watch out for.

Beyond those specific matchups, Mega Feraligatr is a beast against Steel, Fire, Ground, and Rock types. You'll have access to plenty of powerful Water moves, and you'll even learn Outrage, a Dragon move that can actually heal you from attacks. Plus, as you progress your Research or explore our interactive map, you can find TMs to teach it various Ice and Dragon-type moves.

Overall, Mega Feraligatr is a fantastic choice for general combat when you need a Mega Pokémon on your team. Even though you won't face tons of Mega Steel, Fire, Ground, or Rock types during the main or side story missions, its offensive capabilities are undeniable.