Mid-stage Pokemon like Eevee rarely see competitive play outside of special formats. It's a waypoint on the road to Vaporeon, which is where the real potential kicks in. Ghost moves can't touch it, and only a single type hits it super-effectively. Known as the Evolution Pokemon.
An unusually even spread gives Eevee flexibility. Sp. Def barely edges ahead. But Sp. Atk isn't far off. Tough to catch and follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve. Yields 1 Sp. Def EV.
Its ability to evolve into many forms allows it to adapt smoothly and perfectly to any environment.
Its genetic code is irregular. It may mutate if it is exposed to radiation from element stones.
Eevee Weakness
GoodFighting-type moves hit Eevee for super-effective damage. The upside? Ghost-type moves can't touch it at all. Just 1 weak spot to worry about, which keeps teambuilding straightforward.
From here, Eevee's line branches into Vaporeon, Jolteon, Flareon, Espeon, Umbreon, Leafeon, Glaceon, and Sylveon. That's 8 possible evolutions, each with its own method. The evolved forms gain up to 200 total stats over Eevee.
How to Evolve
Breed Eevee (with patience) with 278 breeding partners from the Ground egg group.
Eevee hasn't fully evolved, but Eviolite's 50% bulk boost makes it viable anyway. Adamant nature with max Attack and Speed EVs shapes the defensive spread, and Adaptability adds utility.
Best Build
Best Eevee Moveset
- Unknown
- Protect
- Quick Attack
- Shadow Ball
Recommended Teammates
Leveling does the heavy lifting. Eevee picks up Take Down and Double-Edge along the way, building toward a complete offensive set. TMs add Dark and Fairy coverage and more, but the foundation's already strong by then.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Level-up moves are just the starting point for Eevee. TMs unlock Fairy and Dark coverage and more and turn a straightforward STAB kit around Double-Edge and Take Down into something with actual range.
Not a lot to pick from. Eevee gets Double-Edge and Swift for same-type damage, and Steel and Ghost coverage rounds things out. You're building around what's available rather than choosing from a deep bench.
Without breeding, Eevee misses out on Charm and Covet. That's 12 egg moves adding depth that the base kit lacks. STAB comes from Last Resort and Double-Edge, with Dark and Ground coverage and more rounding things out.
moderate rates for Eevee across 6 locations in early-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Best Locations
Which version you're playing matters for Eevee. 6 walking spots at Lv. 11-30 spread across Scarlet and Violet, and some routes only appear in one cartridge. Check the version badges below.
Eevee can't be caught in Legends: Z-A. Bring it over from Red, Yellow, or Ultra Sun instead. The encounter info below covers the source games.
Eevee starts showing up in mid-game routes at decent spawn rates across 2 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Best Locations
Eevee is meant to evolve into Vaporeon. At 325 BST, the stats aren't there for competitive play yet. Pre-evolution Pokemon rarely hold up against fully evolved threats.
Watch for Hitmonlee (Fighting) when using Eevee. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Adaptability is what you want on Eevee. Every competitive set worth running is built with that ability in mind. The alternatives (Run Away, Anticipation) work on paper but Adaptability is what makes Eevee worth using.
At base 55 Speed, it won't be moving first often. On offense, Eevee is leaning toward the physical side (base 55 Attack).
Eevee appears in 22 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Since debuting in Red & Blue, Eevee has appeared in 22 titles over 9 generations. Along the way, it received a Gigantamax form in Generation 8, keeping it relevant across different competitive metas.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRBDebut
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 VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwShGigantamax
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A