Falinks doesn't stand out in any single area, but it gets the job done for in-game teams. Only weak to Flying, Psychic, and Fairy. Been around since Gen 8. Built to hit on the physical side. It needs some investment to avoid getting outsped.
Falinks's spread isn't flashy. Attack leads, Sp. Def trails, 2 stats clear the bar. Tough to catch and worth 3 Attack and Sp. Def EVs, on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
The brass, which is the one that stands at the front and issues orders, is the strongest and smartest of the six.
The leader, known as the brass, uses its extendible horn to issue orders to the others when it’s time to change formation.
Falinks Weakness
AvgType-wise, Falinks takes extra damage from Flying, Psychic, and Fairy. Falinks's physical bulk (base 100 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
Falinks doesn't evolve, so breeding's where the action is. You'll find plenty of partners across two egg groups, and eggs are average hatch time.
How to Evolve
Breed Falinks (with patience) with 66 breeding partners from the Fairy and Mineral egg groups.
Ditto only
the remaining moves keeps opponents guessing about Falinks's real targets. Lum Berry provides one-time status cleanse while max Attack and Speed EVs and Jolly nature handle the stat profile. Defiant ties it together.
Best Build
Best Falinks Moveset
- Close Combat
- Knock Off
- No Retreat
- Iron Head
Recommended Teammates
TMs define Falinks's movepool. The natural moves cover basics with Close Combat and Focus Blast, but the real versatility comes from technical machines giving it coverage across 9 types. That's where the options open up.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
TMs define Falinks's movepool. The natural moves cover basics with Close Combat and Focus Blast, but the real versatility comes from technical machines giving it coverage across 8 types. That's where the options open up.
TMs define Falinks's movepool. The natural moves cover basics with Close Combat and Focus Blast, but the real versatility comes from technical machines giving it coverage across 7 types. That's where the options open up.
You'll want early-game access before hunting Falinks. Low spawn rates across 6 encounter spots means the location matters. Sort by Best below and target the top-rated area first.
Best Locations
walking encounters for Falinks across 6 spots at Lv. 13-55. The catch is that Violet and Scarlet don't share every location, so compare what's available in your version.
No wild encounters for Falinks in Legends: Z-A. It's available in Sword or Scarlet and can be transferred over. The details below show where to find it.
Falinks is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
Catch in the wild in:
Then trade to Legends: Z-A.
Also found in:
4 encounter spots for Falinks at moderate rates starting from late-game routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Best Locations
Which version you're playing matters for Falinks. 4 walking spots at Lv. 38-52 spread across Shield and Sword, and some routes only appear in one cartridge. Check the version badges below.
Falinks has a 470 base stat total and ranks as C-Tier — a situational pick that fills a niche. It works best as an attacker. Base 100 Attack is where it shines.
Falinks doesn't evolve and has no evolutionary line. It's a Fighting-type Pokemon with a 470 base stat total.
Battle Armor is the go-to ability for Falinks. It protects against critical hits. Its hidden ability Defiant can work in specific setups.
Falinks fills the attacker role. It's a physical attacker with base 100 Attack. Base 75 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Falinks can be found in Legends: Z-A, Scarlet & Violet, and Sword & Shield.
Introduced in Sword & Shield, Falinks has appeared in 3 games across 2 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 VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwShDebut
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A