An unusually even spread gives Servine flexibility. Speed barely edges ahead. But HP isn't far off. Tough to catch and follows a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve. Yields 2 Speed EVs.
It moves along the ground as if sliding. Its swift movements befuddle its foes, and it then attacks with a vine whip.
When it gets dirty, its leaves can’t be used in photosynthesis, so it always keeps itself clean.
Servine is weak to Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, and Bug. 4 resistances help offset the weaknesses. That's a lot of weak spots to cover so team support is important.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Water, Electric, Grass, Ground |
Volcarona can KO Servine with Heat Wave (98-115%). Volcanion threatens a KO with Flamethrower (105-124%). Glimmora deals 36-42% with Power Gem.
 Volcarona BugFire | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemGrassyseed NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Servine View Volcarona builds →Heat Wave 2x98-115%KO | ||
 Volcanion FireWater | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityWaterabsorb ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Servine View Volcanion builds →Flamethrower 2x105-124%KO | ||
 Glimmora RockPoison | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityToxicdebris ItemRed Card NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Servine View Glimmora builds →Power Gem36-42% | ||
 Weavile DarkIce | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Servine View Weavile builds →Knock Off33-39% Ice Shard 2x41-48% | ||
 Pelipper Water | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityDrizzle ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Servine View Pelipper builds →Hurricane 2x95-111%KO | ||
Partway through Snivy's chain. Servine still has another evolution ahead before reaching Serperior. For breeding, average hatch time with a massive partner pool via two egg groups. Defense has grown the most so far (+20), but there's still another 115 stats to gain in the final evolution. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Servine to get Snivy eggs easily using 278 partners from the Ground and Plant egg groups.
Still unevolved, still relevant. Servine's Eviolite bulk with max Sp. Atk and Speed EVs creates a defensive profile that punches above its stage. Contrary adds passive value. Leaf Storm gives it offensive presence.
Best Build
Servine best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Support Moveset
- Leaf Storm
- Tera Blast
- Synthesis
- Glare
Recommended Teammates
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Leaf Storm
- Tera Blast
- Glare
- Mirror Coat
Recommended Teammates
Special Revenge Killer Moveset
- Leaf Storm
- Glare
- Giga Drain
- Taunt
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Wall Moveset
- Leaf Storm
- Synthesis
- Tera Blast
- Glare
Recommended Teammates
Special Tank Moveset
- Giga Drain
- Gastro Acid
- Calm Mind
- Leech Seed
Recommended Teammates
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Moves
TMs carry this one. Servine learns Leaf Storm and Solar Beam naturally for STAB, but the offensive range comes almost entirely from technical machines. Normal and Flying and beyond give it real matchup play.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Breeding opens up real options for Servine. Captivate and Glare come exclusively from egg moves, and they're worth the effort. The rest of the kit covers basics through Leaf Storm and Solar Beam and coverage across 7 types.
Breeding opens up real options for Servine. Captivate and Glare come exclusively from egg moves, and they're worth the effort. The rest of the kit covers basics through Leaf Storm and Solar Beam and Normal and Flying coverage and more.
Breeding opens up real options for Servine. Captivate and Glare come exclusively from egg moves, and they're worth the effort. The rest of the kit covers basics through Leaf Storm and Solar Beam and coverage across 7 types.
Servine can't be caught in Scarlet & Violet. Transfer Snivy from Black, Black 2, or Omega Ruby and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Servine in Scarlet & Violet
Step 1Obtain SnivyAlso found in:
Step 2Servine ✓
Servine isn't available in the wild in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Start by transferring Snivy from Black, Black 2, or Omega Ruby. The evolution path from Snivy to Servine is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Servine in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Step 1Obtain SnivyAlso found in:
Step 2Servine ✓
Servine isn't available in the wild in Sun & Moon. Start by transferring Snivy from Black, Black 2, or Omega Ruby. The evolution path from Snivy to Servine is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Servine in Sun & Moon
- Step 1Obtain Snivy
Also found in:
- Step 2Servine ✓
You're catching Snivy first, not Servine. Snivy 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 Servine in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire
Step 1Catch SnivyRoute 101Omega RubyGift from NPC Lv.5 RouteEarlyOne-timeComplete Delta EpisodeRoute 101Alpha SapphireGift from NPC Lv.5 RouteEarlyOne-timeComplete Delta Episode
Step 2Servine ✓
Servine is meant to evolve into Serperior. At 413 BST, the stats aren't there for competitive play yet. Pre-evolution Pokemon rarely hold up against fully evolved threats.
Contrary is what you want on Servine. Every competitive set worth running is built with that ability in mind. The alternatives (Overgrow) work on paper but Contrary is what makes Servine worth using.
Contrary is the hidden ability. It inverts stat changes. Worth hunting for if you want Servine to compete at a higher level.
Servine joined the series in Black & White and has been available in 7 titles so far. With 6 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
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- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BWDebut
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
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