Dragon moves don't affect Sylveon at all — that's the advantage of Fairy typing. It relies on priority moves or Scarf to keep up. Its damage comes from the special side. Introduced in Gen 6.
Bulk defines Sylveon's stat line. Sp. Def and Sp. Atk anchor the defensive side, but Speed can't keep up offensively. Tough to catch and worth 2 Sp. Def EVs.
This Pokémon uses its ribbonlike feelers to send a soothing aura into its opponents, erasing their hostility.
Sylveon cuts an elegant figure as it dances lightly around, feelers fluttering, but its piercing moves aim straight for its opponents’ weak spots.
Sylveon Weakness
GoodSylveon is weak to Poison and Steel-type moves. On the flip side, it's immune to Dragon-type moves entirely. Sylveon's special bulk (base 130 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
Eevee's line splits into 8 evolutions, and Sylveon is the level-up path. Each sibling form needs a different method to obtain. Breed through Eevee to get eggs. Sylveon and Vaporeon share the same 525 total stats, but they're distributed differently. Check the comparison below to see where each one specializes.
How to Evolve
Breed with Sylveon to get Eevee eggs (with patience) using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
Sylveon's built to absorb hits. Bold nature leans into physical wall duty, Leftovers gives it passive recovery each turn, and Wish handles sustain. Pixilate and max HP and Defense EVs tie the defensive profile together.
Best Build
Best Sylveon Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Wish
- Calm Mind
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Leveling does the heavy lifting. Sylveon picks up Double-Edge and Take Down along the way, building toward a complete offensive set. TMs add Dark and Normal coverage and more, but the foundation's already strong by then.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
TMs carry this one. Sylveon learns Moonblast and Dazzling Gleam naturally for STAB, but the offensive range comes almost entirely from technical machines. Dark and Normal and beyond give it real matchup play.
A solid spread overall. Sylveon gets Play Rough and Dazzling Gleam for same-type damage alongside Normal and Steel coverage and more. It won't blow anyone away, but it doesn't leave you stuck either.
Egg moves make a real difference. Sylveon gets Curse and Detect exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Coverage across 9 types rounds out the picture alongside Misty Explosion and Moonblast.
You'll want late-game access before hunting Sylveon. Low spawn rates across 4 encounter spots means the location matters. Sort by Best below and target the top-rated area first.
Where To Catch Sylveon in Scarlet & Violet
The path to Sylveon starts with Eevee at Lv. 11-65 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch EeveeMODERATESouth Province (Area Two) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.11-306%EarlyRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Two) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.11-306%EarlyRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.11-306%EarlyRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.11-306%EarlyRouteCHALLENGINGSouth Province (Area Two) - Olive GroveScarletOverworldLv.11-303%EarlyRouteCHALLENGINGSouth Province (Area Two) - Olive GroveVioletOverworldLv.11-303%EarlyRoute
Step 2Sylveon ✓HARDSouth Province (Area Six) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Six) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteor evolve from Eevee (Step 1)
Sylveon isn't available in the wild in Legends: Z-A. Start by transferring Eevee from Red, Yellow, or Ultra Sun. The evolution path from Eevee to Sylveon is covered in the steps below.
A few locations for Sylveon with decent spawn rates across mid-game routes. The sort toggle below swaps between best odds and earliest access, so you can approach it based on where you are in the game.
Where To Catch Sylveon in Legends: Arceus
To get Sylveon, start by catching Eevee through walking encounters at walking. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch EeveeEASYHorseshoe PlainsGrassUncommonEASYSpace-Time Distortion - Obsidian FieldlandsGrassUncommonDistortion
Step 2Sylveon ✓EASYSpace-Time Distortion - Coronet HighlandsGrassUncommonDistortionEASYSpace-Time Distortion - Obsidian FieldlandsGrassUncommonDistortionor evolve from Eevee (Step 1)
Can't catch Sylveon directly. Start with Eevee at moderate rates from the locations below, then evolve with high friendship. The 2-stage line from Eevee to Sylveon is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Sylveon in Sword & Shield
To get Sylveon, start by catching Eevee through walking encounters at Lv. 14-65. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch EeveeMODERATERoute 4ShieldOverworldLv.14-165%EarlyRouteAll WeatherHARDRoute 4SwordOverworldLv.14-161%EarlyRouteAll WeatherMODERATEBallimere LakeShieldOverworldLv.60-655%PostWaterNormal WeatherMODERATEBallimere LakeSwordOverworldLv.60-655%PostWaterNormal WeatherMODERATEGiant's BedShieldOverworldLv.60-655%PostNormal WeatherMODERATEGiant's BedSwordOverworldLv.60-655%PostNormal Weather
Step 2Sylveon ✓
We rate Sylveon B-Tier — a solid choice for the right team. At 525 BST, it fits the tank role. Base 130 Sp. Def stands out.
Cute Charm is the go-to ability for Sylveon. It has a 30% chance of infatuating attacking Pokémon on contact. Its hidden ability Pixilate can work in specific setups.
At base 60 Speed, it won't be moving first often. On offense, Sylveon is a special attacker with base 110 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Tanky enough to absorb a few hits. Best used as a tank.
Sylveon appears in 8 games, including X & Y, Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, and Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Sylveon joined the series in X & Y and has been available in 8 titles so far. With 4 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
- 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 VIXYDebut
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 VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A