While most trainers evolve Dartrix into Decidueye immediately, the unevolved form has a niche with Eviolite boosting its defenses. Ground moves can't touch it, which offsets the 5 weaknesses somewhat. Known as the Blade Quill Pokemon. Can go either physical or special depending on the set.
Dartrix's spread isn't flashy. HP leads, Speed trails, 0 stats clear the bar. Tough to catch and worth 2 HP EVs, on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
Regularly basks in sunlight to gather power—presumably due to the frigid climate. Nonetheless, the edges of the blade quills set into its wings are keen as ever.
Dartrix Weakness
VulnerableDartrix's Grass/Flying typing leaves it vulnerable to Ice, Fire, Poison, Flying, and Rock moves. Ice hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. It shrugs off Ground-type attacks completely.
Dartrix is the middle stage between Rowlet and Decidueye. It's a three-stage line with one more evolution to go. For breeding, quick to hatch with plenty of partners via one egg group. So far, Attack got the biggest boost (+20 from Rowlet). The final form adds another 110 stats on top.
How to Evolve
Breed with Dartrix to get Rowlet eggs using 73 partners from the Flying egg group.
One guaranteed turn is all Dartrix needs. Focus Sash buys it, max Sp. Atk and Speed EVs make it count, and Overgrow adds something extra. The goal: deal early damage and deal damage with Tailwind. Utility options gives it play beyond just the lead turn.
Best Build
Best Dartrix Moveset
- Tailwind
- Bullet Seed
- Rain Dance
- Leaf Storm
Recommended Teammates
Without TMs, Dartrix's movepool is bare bones. With them, you get Ghost and Normal coverage on top of Leaf Storm and Brave Bird for STAB. The natural kit handles basics, but TMs are doing the real work.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Dartrix's options are limited here. You've got Leaf Storm and Leaf Blade for STAB damage, but there isn't much beyond Grass and Flying hitting power. TMs help fill gaps, though the kit stays tight.
You'll want to breed for Confuse Ray and Defog on Dartrix. These egg moves aren't just nice to have. Combined with STAB from Brave Bird and Solar Beam, they expand what Dartrix can actually threaten in practice.
You'll want to breed for Baton Pass and Confuse Ray on Dartrix. These egg moves aren't just nice to have. Combined with STAB from Sky Attack and Brave Bird, they expand what Dartrix can actually threaten in practice.
Dartrix can't be caught in Scarlet & Violet. Transfer Rowlet from Sun, Ultra Sun, or Legends: Arceus and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Dartrix in Scarlet & Violet
Step 1Obtain RowletAlso found in:
Step 2Dartrix ✓
Dartrix starts showing up in mid-game routes at decent spawn rates across 1 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Dartrix in Legends: Arceus
Rowlet is your first catch on the way to Dartrix. You'll find walking and gift encounters from Lv. 5+ across 3 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch RowletMODERATEJubilife VillageGift from NPCLv.5LimitedEarlyCityStarter choiceEASYSpace-Time Distortion - Mount CoronetGrassUncommonDistortionPost-game
Step 2Dartrix ✓EASYSpace-Time Distortion - Mount CoronetGrassUncommonDistortionPost-gameor evolve from Rowlet (Step 1)
Dartrix isn't available in the wild in Sword & Shield. Start by transferring Rowlet from Sun, Ultra Sun, or Legends: Arceus. The evolution path from Rowlet to Dartrix is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Dartrix in Sword & Shield
Step 1Obtain RowletCatch in the wild in:
Then trade to Sword & Shield to continue the evolution chain.
Also found in:
Step 2Dartrix ✓
Dartrix doesn't appear wild. Catch Rowlet instead, it shows up at moderate rates. Evolve it at level 17 to get Dartrix. The 2-stage line is mapped in the step cards below.
How to Obtain Dartrix in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Step 1Catch RowletRoute 1 - WestUltra SunGift from NPCLv.5EarlyRouteStarter choiceRoute 1 - WestUltra MoonGift from NPCLv.5EarlyRouteStarter choice
Step 2Dartrix ✓
Dartrix isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Decidueye to unlock its full potential. At 420 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Watch for Weavile (Ice), Infernape (Fire), and Salazzle (Poison) when using Dartrix. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Weavile is the most dangerous since Ice moves deal 4x damage. Flying and Rock-type attackers are also a problem. With 5 weakness types, most competitive teams carry at least one counter.
Rowlet evolves into Dartrix at level 17. Dartrix can evolve into Decidueye and Hisuian Decidueye depending on the method. Dartrix is a middle-stage evolution in the Rowlet line.
Overgrow strengthens grass moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less — that's the one you want on Dartrix. Long Reach is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses.
Dartrix fills the support role. It's leaning toward the physical side (base 75 Attack). At base 52 Speed, it won't be moving first often. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Dartrix can be found in Scarlet & Violet, Legends: Arceus, Sword & Shield, Sun & Moon, and Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Introduced in Sun & Moon, Dartrix has appeared in 5 games across 3 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISMDebut
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A