Yveltal has the stats to dominate any format it's allowed in. 131 base Attack stands out, and the rest of the spread doesn't have obvious weak points either. Known as the Destruction Pokemon. Been around since Gen 6.
Yveltal's spread is anchored by Attack, with balanced defenses backing it up. Defense is the clear weak point. Worth 3 HP EVs per KO, and the slow 1.25M XP grind keeps leveling painless.
When this legendary Pokémon’s wings and tail feathers spread wide and glow red, it absorbs the life force of living creatures.
When its life comes to an end, it absorbs the life energy of every living thing and turns into a cocoon once more.
Yveltal Weakness
GoodElectric, Ice, Rock, and Fairy-type moves hit Yveltal for super-effective damage. The upside? Ground and Psychic-type moves can't touch it at all. Yveltal's overall bulk (126/95/98) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
A Dark/Flying-type legendary, Yveltal doesn't evolve or breed. At 680 total stats, it's meant to stand on its own.
How to Evolve
Start with max Sp. Atk and Speed EVs. Naive nature gives Yveltal the right fast mixed lean, Life Orb adds extra damage on every hit for a health trade, and Darkaura works in the background. Oblivionwing is the main damage option.
Best Build
Best Yveltal Moveset
- Oblivion Wing
- Dark Pulse
- Sucker Punch
- Taunt
Recommended Teammates
Without TMs, Yveltal's movepool is bare bones. With them, you get coverage across 8 types on top of Sky Attack and Hurricane for STAB. The natural kit handles basics, but TMs are doing the real work.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Yveltal develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Psychic and Phantom Force show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
Without TMs, Yveltal's movepool is bare bones. With them, you get coverage across 9 types on top of Sky Attack and Hurricane for STAB. The natural kit handles basics, but TMs are doing the real work.
Without TMs, Yveltal's movepool is bare bones. With them, you get coverage across 8 types on top of Sky Attack and Hurricane for STAB. The natural kit handles basics, but TMs are doing the real work.
Yveltal doesn't appear in Legends: Z-A. Transfer it from Y or Ultra Moon to add it to your collection. Check the source games below for encounter details.
No wild encounters for Yveltal in Sword & Shield. It's available in Y or Ultra Moon and can be transferred over. The details below show where to find it.
You'll find Yveltal at Ultra Space Wilds as a set encounter. It's always there at that location, so come prepared for the battle. The location details below cover exact positioning.
Best Locations
Yveltal doesn't appear in Sun & Moon. Transfer it from Y or Ultra Moon to add it to your collection. Check the source games below for encounter details.
Yveltal is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
Special encounter in:
Then trade to Sun & Moon.
Also found in:
At 680 BST, Yveltal is built different. We rank it S-Tier. As a Legendary Pokemon, the raw stats back up the reputation. Best used as a pivot.
Yveltal doesn't evolve. As a Legendary Pokemon, it stands on its own without an evolutionary line. It's a Dark/Flying type with 680 BST.
Dark Aura strengthens dark moves to 1.33× their power for all friendly and opposing Pokémon — that's the one you want on Yveltal. It's the only ability Yveltal has.
Yveltal fills the pivot role. It's leaning toward the physical side (base 131 Attack). Base 99 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. And it's tanky enough to absorb a few hits.
Yveltal appears in 6 games, including X & Y, Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, and Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Yveltal has appeared in 6 games since X & Y, spanning 4 generations. As a Legendary, it's typically a one-per-save encounter tied to the story or post-game content.
- 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