127 base Sp. Atk is no joke, but Naganadel can't afford to take a hit back. It comfortably outruns most offensive threats, so at least it usually attacks first. Known as the Poison Pin Pokemon. One of the newer additions from Gen 7.
Naganadel's built around special offense. Sp. Atk leads the charge, HP pays for it. Tough to catch, worth 3 Sp. Atk EVs. Follows a slow 1.25M XP grind.
It stores hundreds of liters of poisonous liquid inside its body. It is one of the organisms known as UBs.
One kind of Ultra Beast, it fires a glowing, venomous liquid from its needles. This liquid is also immensely adhesive.
Naganadel Weakness
AvgNaganadel is weak to Ice, Ground, Psychic, and Dragon-type moves. 7 resistances give it solid defensive coverage on top of that. Naganadel leans toward special offense (base 127 Sp.Atk) instead of trying to wall anything.
Naganadel evolved from Poipole after learning Dragon Pulse, landing at 540 stats as a Poison/Dragon type. Breeding isn't in the picture. Evolving from Poipole gave Naganadel the biggest boost in Sp.Atk (+54), bringing the total to 540 stats.
How to Evolve
Life Orb buys the setup turn. Naganadel clicks Nasty Plot, then starts cleaning with Sludgewave and Fire coverage. Timid nature with max Sp. Atk and Speed EVs makes sure nothing tanks a boosted hit comfortably.
Best Build
Best Naganadel Moveset
- Sludge Wave
- Nasty Plot
- Draco Meteor
- Flamethrower
Recommended Teammates
TMs define Naganadel's movepool. The natural moves cover basics with Gunk Shot and Outrage, but the real versatility comes from technical machines giving it coverage across 8 types. That's where the options open up.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
TMs define Naganadel's movepool. The natural moves cover basics with Draco Meteor and Gunk Shot, but the real versatility comes from technical machines giving it coverage across 8 types. That's where the options open up.
Naganadel isn't available in the wild in Sword & Shield. Start by transferring Poipole from Ultra Sun. The evolution path from Poipole to Naganadel is covered in the steps below.
You're catching Poipole first, not Naganadel. Poipole appears at moderate rates in the encounters below. The step cards map the full 2-stage line with evolution methods between each stage.
How to Obtain Naganadel in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Step 1Catch PoipoleUltra MegalopolisUltra MoonGift from NPCLv.40LateDistortionGift from Ultra Recon SquadUltra MegalopolisUltra SunGift from NPCLv.40LateDistortionGift from Ultra Recon Squad
Step 2Naganadel ✓
Naganadel has a 540 base stat total and ranks as B-Tier — a solid choice for the right team. It works best as a sweeper. Base 127 Sp. Atk is where it shines.
Poipole evolves into Naganadel after learning Dragon Pulse. Naganadel is the fully evolved form. At 540 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Beast Boost is the go-to ability for Naganadel. It raises this Pokémon's highest stat by one stage when it faints another Pokémon. It's Naganadel's only ability.
Naganadel fills the sweeper role. It's a special attacker with base 127 Sp. Atk. Base 121 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Naganadel can be found in Sword & Shield and Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Introduced in Sun & Moon, Naganadel has appeared in 2 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