Mudbray Best Moveset
Ground at 100 Attack and 70 Defense with AbilityStamina boosting Defense every time it gets hit. The moveset has real Attack for a pre-evolution and the Defense snowballs with each hit. Evolve to Mudsdale for 125 Attack and 100/85 defenses that make Stamina even more oppressive.
Mudbray saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). This was Mudbray's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Stamina with Eviolite, favoring a Impish nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Mudbray best EVs are Defense and HP
Wall Moveset
- Earthquake
- Stealth Rock
- Toxic
- Roar
Recommended Teammates
Mudbray saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Mudbray maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Stamina with Eviolite, favoring a Impish nature.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Earthquake
- Heavy Slam
- Rock Slide
- Roar
Recommended Teammates
Mudbray saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Mudbray maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Stamina with Eviolite, favoring a Careful nature.
Wall Moveset
- Earthquake
- Toxic
- Stealth Rock
- Roar
Recommended Teammates
Mudbray Weakness
Water, Grass, and Ice moves hit Mudbray for super-effective damage. The upside? Electric-type moves can't touch it at all. Not too many gaps in the chart, 3 weaknesses to account for.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Water, Grass, Ice |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Poison, Rock |
| 0x (Immune) | Electric |
What is Mudbray Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Mudbray
B | ||
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Mudbray View Cranidos builds →Rock Slide11-13% Earthquake30-35% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Mudbray View Ekans builds →Earthquake19-23% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityTechnician ItemFocus Sash NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Mudbray View Meowth builds →Knock Off10-12% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Mudbray View Glimmet builds →Sludge Bomb7-8% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityDefiant ItemEviolite NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Mudbray View Pawniard builds →Sucker Punch16-19% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Mudbray View Shroodle builds →Dig16-19% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Mudbray View Trapinch builds →Earthquake39-46% Crunch31-37% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityNeutralizinggas ItemEviolite NatureCareful Moves
Damage vs Mudbray View Koffing builds →Explosion33-39% | ||
D | ||
Recommended Build AbilityMold Breaker ItemEviolite NatureImpish Moves View Tinkatink builds →
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D | ||
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Mudbray View Stunky builds →Belch4-5% Knock Off8-10% Trailblaze 2x13-16% | ||
D | ||
Recommended Build AbilityPrankster ItemFocus Sash NatureHardy Moves View Impidimp builds →
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D | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemEviolite NatureBold Moves View Mareanie builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityRockhead ItemChoice Scarf NatureJolly Moves View Growlithe-Hisui builds →
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Evolution
Mudbray is the base form in a two-stage line leading to Mudsdale. Check the evolution method below. A massive partner pool for breeding via one egg group. Eggs take an average time to hatch. The evolved forms gain up to 115 total stats over Mudbray. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Mudbray easily with 278 breeding partners from the Field egg group.
Shiny Mudbray
Mudbray goes from brown donkey to slightly redder brown donkey. The mud patches and mane shift a touch. Ground-types and boring shinies go together like peanut butter and disappointment. At least Mudsdale's clay tones are a bit more distinct.
Shiny Mudbray Odds & Hunting Methods
4 of 4 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 Mudbray
High spawn rates in early-game routes across 12 locations. Mudbray is one of the easier catches on the list. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Mudbray in SV
Mudbray is the chain's first catch. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 7-60 across 44 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Mudbray ✓Paradise BarrensLv.7-60OverworldWistful FieldsLv.7-60OverworldEast Province (Area One) - MountainLv.16-34OverworldRate 36%Glaseado MountainLv.16-34OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Five) - MountainLv.16-34OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Four) - MountainLv.16-34OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Six) - MountainLv.16-44OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Two) - MountainLv.16-34OverworldRate 36%West Province (Area One) - MountainLv.16-34OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Five) - SwampLv.16-34OverworldRate 9%North Province (Area One) - MountainLv.46-49OverworldRate 36%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into MudsdaleEast Province (Area One) - MountainLv.30-49OverworldRate 5%Glaseado MountainLv.30-49OverworldRate 5%North Province (Area One) - MountainLv.30-49OverworldRate 5%South Province (Area Five) - MountainLv.30-49OverworldRate 5%South Province (Area Four) - MountainLv.30-49OverworldRate 5%South Province (Area Six) - MountainLv.30-49OverworldRate 5%South Province (Area Two) - MountainLv.30-49OverworldRate 5%West Province (Area One) - MountainLv.30-49OverworldRate 5%South Province (Area Five) - SwampLv.30-49OverworldRate 2%or evolve from Mudbray (Step 1)
Bring the right balls: check Mudbray catch odds in the Scarlet & Violet Catch Rate Calculator before you throw.
Easy grab on Mudbray with high spawn rates across 13 locations in early-game routes. The sorted list below shows the full spread so you can pick the most convenient spot.
Where To Catch Mudbray in SwSh
The line opens with Mudbray at Lv. 7-38 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
- Step 1Mudbray ✓East Lake AxewellLv.10-15OverworldRate 60%Intense SunSouth Lake MilochLv.14-16OverworldRate 55%SandstormEast Lake AxewellLv.8-12CaveRate 40%Intense SunNorth Lake MilochLv.14-16GrassRate 40%Intense SunRolling FieldsLv.7-10GrassShieldRate 35%Intense SunRolling FieldsLv.7-9GrassSwordRate 35%Intense SunDappled GroveLv.11-15GrassRate 35%Intense SunEast Lake AxewellLv.10-15OverworldRate 25%SandstormRoute 3Lv.8-13GrassRate 15%All WeatherWest Lake AxewellLv.7-11CaveRate 10%SandstormNorth Lake MilochLv.14-16GrassRate 10%SandstormSouth Lake MilochLv.14-16OverworldRate 10%Intense SunGiant's CapLv.26-28GrassRate 20%SandstormGiant's SeatLv.33-38OverworldRate 60%Intense Sun
- Step 2Catch or Evolve into MudsdaleGiant's SeatLv.30-35GrassRate 40%SandstormGiant's SeatLv.30-35GrassRate 15%Intense SunAxew's EyeLv.36-40OverworldRate 60%SandstormAxew's EyeLv.35-40GrassRate 20%SandstormAxew's EyeLv.35-40GrassRate 10%Intense SunAxew's EyeLv.36-40OverworldRate 10%Intense SunDusty BowlLv.40-45GrassRate 10%Intense Sunor evolve from Mudbray (Step 1)
Bring the right balls: check Mudbray catch odds in the Sword & Shield Catch Rate Calculator before you throw.
Mudbray plods through the tall grass across a good scatter of routes, a steady walking encounter you will meet anywhere from level 11 up to 32.
Where To Catch Mudbray in USUM
Mudbray is where the line starts, caught through walking encounters at Lv. 11-32. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 2Catch or Evolve into MudsdaleBlush MountainLv.29-32CaveSOS from MudbrayRoute 12Lv.29-32GrassSOS from MudbrayPoni Plains - WestLv.54-57GrassRate 20%or evolve from Mudbray (Step 1)
Bring the right balls: check Mudbray catch odds in the Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Catch Rate Calculator before you throw.
Mudbray kicks up dirt across a spread of routes and meadows, a sturdy walk through the countryside you can rope in anywhere from level 11 to level 29.
Where To Catch Mudbray in SM
Mudbray is where the line starts, caught through walking encounters at Lv. 11-29. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
- Step 2Catch or Evolve into Mudsdaleor evolve from Mudbray (Step 1)
Bring the right balls: check Mudbray catch odds in the Sun & Moon Catch Rate Calculator before you throw.
Base Stats
Nothing fancy in Mudbray's spread. It leans physical with Attack out front. And you'll get 1 Attack EV per KO for it. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
Though a slow walker, Mudbray is plenty strong. Its pace doesn’t change even when it’s loaded with 50 times its own body weight.
Mudbray Guide
For a casual playthrough, Mudbray works as a placeholder. Ground coverage is useful early. The real payoff is Mudsdale. That's where the stats start mattering.
Inner Focus is the hidden ability. Prevents flinching. Not always the best choice. Compare it to Mudbray's regular abilities before committing.
Use Mudbray as an attacker. Physical side carries the damage. Not the fastest, Earthquake is the primary attack.
Run Careful on Mudbray. +Sp. Def is what matters, and the -Sp. Atk cut doesn't hurt this set. Fits the attacker role.
Build your team around Iron Bundle, Komala, and Pecharunt. These have the highest co-usage rates with Mudbray in competitive formats. They cover each other's weaknesses.
Game Availability
Since Sun & Moon, Mudbray has been obtainable in 4 games. A Generation 7 debut means a shorter history, but Mudbray has appeared steadily across every generation since.
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 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SMDebut
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
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