Snivy Best Moveset
Grass at 45 Sp. Atk and 63 Speed with AbilityContrary reversing all stat changes. MoveLeaf Storm drops Sp. Atk by two stages, which Contrary turns into a +2 boost. The trick works but 45 Sp. Atk behind it deals no damage. Evolve through to Serperior for 113 Speed and the Contrary Leaf Storm engine that dominates.
Snivy saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). This was Snivy's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Overgrow with Eviolite, favoring a Careful nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Snivy best EVs are HP and Sp. Def
Wall Moveset
- Leech Seed
- Synthesis
- Return
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Snivy 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 Overgrow with Focus Sash, favoring a Hardy nature.
Utility Moveset
- Hidden Power Dark
- Leaf Blade
- Substitute
- Giga Drain
Recommended Teammates
Snivy saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Snivy climbed from F-Tier as the competitive landscape shifted. Its most popular set ran Contrary with Sitrus Berry, favoring a Timid nature.
Support Moveset
- Leaf Storm
- Synthesis
- Glare
- Hidden Power Dragon
Recommended Teammates
Snivy was a niche pick at best in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A), rarely seen in standard play. This was a decline from E-Tier in the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Contrary with Eviolite, favoring a Calm nature.
Wall Moveset
- Leaf Storm
- Protect
- Leaf Blade
- Glare
Recommended Teammates
Snivy Weakness
Snivy's Grass typing leaves it vulnerable to Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, and Bug. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Water, Electric, Grass, Ground |
What is Snivy Weak Against
FragileBest Pokemon Against Snivy
Scizor can KO Snivy with U-turn (139-163%). Charizard threatens a KO with Flamethrower (92-108%). Baxcalibur deals 36-43% with Icicle Spear.
 Scizor BugSteel | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityTechnician ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Snivy View Scizor builds →Bullet Punch40-47% Knock Off43-51% U Turn 2x139-163%KO Close Combat79-93% | ||
 Charizard Fire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySolarpower ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Snivy View Charizard builds →Flamethrower 2x92-108%KO Air Slash 2x77-91% Scorching Sands12-14% | ||
 Baxcalibur DragonIce | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityThermalexchange ItemLoaded Dice NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Snivy View Baxcalibur builds →Icicle Spear 2x36-43% | ||
 Gengar GhostPoison | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityCursedbody ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Snivy View Gengar builds →Shadow Ball31-37% Sludge Bomb 2x70-83% | ||
 Salamence Dragon | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMoxie ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Snivy View Salamence builds →Earthquake22-27% | ||
Evolution
Snivy is the start of a three-stage chain. It evolves into Servine first, then eventually reaches Serperior. For breeding, average hatch time with a massive partner pool via two egg groups. The evolved forms gain up to 220 total stats over Snivy. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Snivy
Snivy appears at moderate rates across 2 spots in endgame routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Snivy can't be caught in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Transfer Snivy from Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, or Scarlet & Violet and evolve through the 3-stage chain to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Snivy in USUM
- Step 1Snivy ✓LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black & WhiteNot TradeableAppears in Black & White via Gift · Nuvema Town · Starter Pokémon. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black 2 & White 2Not TradeableAppears in Black 2 & White 2 via Gift · Aspertia City · Starter Pokémon. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire via Gift · Route 101 · Complete Delta Episode. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Scarlet & VioletNot TradeableAppears in Scarlet & Violet via Overworld · Savanna Biome. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Evolve into Servine
Step 3Evolve into Serperior
No wild encounters for Snivy. The 3-stage chain runs through Snivy, which you can catch in the wild from the locations below. Evolve at level 36 once you've got the levels.
Snivy is a gift in this game. Pick it up at Route 101 — no wild encounters or spawn rates to deal with. The details below cover exactly when it becomes available.
Base Stats
Snivy's stats barely vary. None sit in respectable range with no real gaps. It's a blank slate for EV investment. Worth 1 Speed EV, 1.06M XP medium-slow curve to max.
They photosynthesize by bathing their tails in sunlight. When they are not feeling well, their tails droop.
Snivy Guide
Snivy does the job early-game if you need a Grass type on your team. Evolve it into Servine before the later gyms and it holds up fine through the story.
Game Availability
Introduced in Black & White, Snivy has appeared in 7 games across 6 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
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- 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 7LGPE
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