Deino Best Moveset
Dark/Dragon at 65 Attack and 38 Speed with AbilityHustle boosting Attack 50% at accuracy cost. Pre-evolution stats can't use the Hustle boost effectively. The moveset is two evolutions from Hydreigon's 125 Sp. Atk at 98 Speed and the special Dragon/Dark TermStab that competes.
Deino saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). This was Deino's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Hustle with Choice Scarf, favoring a Jolly nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Deino best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Revenge Killer Moveset
- Crunch
- Outrage
- Zen Headbutt
- Superpower
Recommended Teammates
Deino was a niche pick at best in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS), rarely seen in standard play. This was a decline from E-Tier in the previous generation. Its most popular set ran hustle with Eviolite, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Crunch
- Outrage
- Ice Fang
- Sleep Talk
Deino saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Deino climbed from F-Tier as the competitive landscape shifted. Its most popular set ran Hustle with Choice Scarf, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Revenge Killer Moveset
- Crunch
- Outrage
- Superpower
- Zen Headbutt
Deino saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Deino maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Hustle with Choice Scarf, favoring a Modest nature.
Special Revenge Killer Moveset
- Crunch
- Dark Pulse
- Outrage
- Superpower
Recommended Teammates
Deino saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Deino maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Hustle with Eviolite, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Attacker Moveset
- Crunch
- Outrage
- Head Smash
- Dragon Tail
Recommended Teammates
Deino Weakness
Fairy, Ice, Fighting, Bug, and Dragon moves hit Deino for super-effective damage. Fairy hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. The upside? Psychic-type moves can't touch it at all. 6 resistances give it solid defensive coverage on top of that.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Fairy |
| 2x (Weak) | Ice, Fighting, Bug, Dragon |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Electric, Grass, Ghost, Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Psychic |
What is Deino Weak Against
VulnerableBest Pokemon Against Deino
Scizor can KO Deino with Close Combat (191-225%). Dragonite's Earthquake hits Deino for 55-64%. Clefable's Moonblast also KOs at 139-164%.
 Scizor BugSteel | A | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Deino View Scizor builds →Bullet Punch48-57% Knock Off26-31% U Turn 2x169-198%KO Close Combat 2x191-225%KO | ||
 Dragonite Dragon | A | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Deino View Dragonite builds →Extreme Speed44-51% Earthquake55-64% | ||
 Clefable Fairy | B | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Deino View Clefable builds →Moonblast 4x139-164%KO | ||
 Weavile DarkIce | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Deino View Weavile builds →Knock Off22-27% Ice Shard 2x56-66% | ||
 Lucario FightingSteel | B | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Deino View Lucario builds →Extreme Speed45-53% Close Combat 2x203-239%KO Aura Sphere 2x80-94% | ||
Evolution
Deino is the start of a three-stage chain. It evolves into Zweilous first, then eventually reaches Hydreigon. For breeding, takes forever to hatch with plenty of partners via one egg group. The evolved forms gain up to 300 total stats over Deino. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Deino with 72 breeding partners from the Dragon egg group.
Shiny Deino
Green body instead of blue. It's a clear, clean swap on Deino that previews the controversy its final evolution will spark.
Shiny Deino Odds & Hunting Methods
8 of 8 VerifiedHow do we research these odds?
We check every game where a shiny is possible, then rank each one by the best method available in that game, so the row at the top is the fastest route overall.
Odds marked verified are cross-checked against multiple independent sources before we publish them. Where a rate is not yet confirmed we mark the row pending rather than guess a number.
Read our full methodologyHow to Get Deino
Decent spawn rates across 11 locations for Deino in late-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Deino in SV
The line opens with Deino at Lv. 36-54 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Deino ✓East Province (Area One) - CaveLv.36-54OverworldScarletRate 15%East Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.36-54OverworldScarletRate 15%Glaseado MountainLv.36-54OverworldRate 15%North Province (Area One) - CaveLv.36-54OverworldScarletRate 15%North Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.36-54OverworldScarletRate 15%North Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.36-54OverworldScarletRate 15%South Province (Area Six) - CaveLv.36-54OverworldScarletRate 15%West Province (Area One) - CaveLv.36-54OverworldScarletRate 15%West Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.36-54OverworldScarletRate 15%West Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.36-54OverworldScarletRate 15%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into ZweilousThe Great Crater of PaldeaLv.50-64OverworldScarletRate 6%East Province (Area One) - CaveLv.50-64OverworldScarletRate 3%Glaseado MountainLv.50-64OverworldRate 3%North Province (Area One) - CaveLv.50-64OverworldScarletRate 3%North Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.50-64OverworldScarletRate 3%North Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.50-64OverworldScarletRate 3%West Province (Area One) - CaveLv.50-64OverworldScarletRate 3%West Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.50-64OverworldScarletRate 3%or evolve from Deino (Step 1)
Step 3Evolve into HydreigonBREEDINGAvailableStart a picnic with two compatible Pokemon in your party, then check the picnic basket to receive a Deino egg.
To plan your throws, open the Scarlet & Violet catch rate calculator with Deino preloaded.
2 encounter spots for Deino at moderate rates starting from endgame routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Where To Catch Deino in SwSh
Deino is where the line starts, caught through walking encounters at Lv. 50-65. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
- Step 1Deino ✓Roaring-Sea CavesLv.60-65OverworldSwordRate 10%All WeatherLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassSwordRate 2%Raining
- Step 2Catch or Evolve into ZweilousLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassSwordRate 2%ThunderstormLake of OutrageLv.55-58OverworldSwordRate 2%Sandstormor evolve from Deino (Step 1)
- Step 3Evolve into HydreigonBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Deino egg.
To plan your throws, open the Sword & Shield catch rate calculator with Deino preloaded.
No wild encounters for Deino in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. It can be transferred in from Black & White, Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, or Sun & Moon.
How to Obtain Deino in USUM
Step 1Deino ✓CARTRIDGE TRADEfrom Sun & MoonAvailableCatch in Sun & Moon via Walking · Ten Carat Hill · Island Scan; Tuesday, then trade to the current game via link cable.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black & WhiteNot TradeableAppears in Black & White via Walking · Victory Road. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire via Walking · Meteor Falls · DexNav chain. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Sword & ShieldNot TradeableAppears in Sword & Shield via Overworld · Roaring-Sea Caves · All Weather. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Scarlet & VioletNot TradeableAppears in Scarlet & Violet via Overworld · West Province (Area One). Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Evolve into Zweilous
Step 3Evolve into Hydreigon
Tuesdays are the only window for Deino, an Island Scan catch lurking in Ten Carat Hill at level 13 and gone the moment the day turns over.
Where To Catch Deino in SM
- Step 3Evolve into Hydreigon
To plan your throws, open the Sun & Moon catch rate calculator with Deino preloaded.
Base Stats
Deino's spread isn't flashy. Attack leads, Speed trails, 0 stats clear the bar. Tough to catch and worth 1 Attack EV, on a slow 1.25M XP grind.
It nests deep inside a cave. Food there is scarce, so Deino will sink its teeth into anything that moves and attempt to eat it.
Deino Event Distributions
Deino has seen a few separate Mystery Gift events rather than a steady stream of them.
Dragon-Type Pokemon Complete Conquest Operation!Aug 2012BlackWhiteBlack 2White 2Always shiny
This Year Is the Year of the Dragon! Egg GiftJan 2012BlackWhiteBlack 2White 2Can be shiny
Deino Guide
Deino does the job early-game if you need a Dark/Dragon type on your team. Evolve it into Zweilous before the later gyms and it holds up fine through the story.
Game Availability
Introduced in Black & White, Deino has appeared in 8 games across 5 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BWDebut
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7Let's Go
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves
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