Vullaby Best Moveset
Dark/Flying at 75/65 defenses with AbilityOvercoat blocking weather and powder moves. Held ItemEviolite adds significant bulk since Mandibuzz exists. The moveset is a defensive pre-evolution that absorbs hits between pivots. Evolve to Mandibuzz for 110 HP and the A-Tier defensive utility.
Vullaby saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). This was Vullaby's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Bigpecks with Eviolite, favoring a Impish nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Vullaby best EVs are HP and Defense
Wall Moveset
- Roost
- Brave Bird
- Taunt
- Toxic
Recommended Teammates
Vullaby saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). Vullaby maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Overcoat with Eviolite, favoring a Impish nature.
Wall Moveset
- Defog
- Roost
- Foul Play
- U Turn
Recommended Teammates
Vullaby saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Vullaby maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Overcoat with Eviolite, favoring a Bold nature.
Wall Moveset
- Roost
- Defog
- Toxic
- Foul Play
Recommended Teammates
Vullaby saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Vullaby maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Overcoat with Eviolite, favoring a Adamant nature.
Wall Moveset
- Toxic
- Defog
- Knock Off
- Roost
Recommended Teammates
Vullaby saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Vullaby maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Overcoat with Eviolite, favoring a Bold nature.
Wall Moveset
- Defog
- Foul Play
- Roost
- Toxic
Recommended Teammates
Vullaby Weakness
Electric, Ice, Rock, and Fairy moves hit Vullaby for super-effective damage. The upside? Ground and Psychic-type moves can't touch it at all.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Ice, Rock, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Grass, Ghost, Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Ground, Psychic |
What is Vullaby Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Vullaby
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Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemEviolite NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Vullaby View Foongus builds →Venoshock6-8% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityMyceliummight ItemEviolite NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Vullaby View Toedscool builds →Rapid Spin4-5% Knock Off2-3% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemEviolite NatureSassy Moves View Bronzor builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityClearbody ItemEviolite NatureCalm Moves
Damage vs Vullaby View Tentacool builds →Rapid Spin3-4% Hydro Pump10-12% Sludge Bomb8-10% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityDryskin ItemEviolite NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Vullaby View Croagunk builds →Drain Punch11-13% Sucker Punch5-6% | ||
C | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityIntimidate ItemFocus Sash NatureAdamant Moves View Ekans builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityWindrider ItemEviolite NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Vullaby View Bramblin builds →Rapid Spin8-10% Poltergeist9-10% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemEviolite NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Vullaby View Larvesta builds →Body Slam15-17% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityBulletproof ItemEviolite NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Vullaby View Chespin builds →Drain Punch8-9% Wood Hammer6-7% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityPrankster ItemFocus Sash NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Vullaby View Riolu builds →Bullet Punch7-8% | ||
Evolution
Vullaby is the base form in a two-stage line leading to Mandibuzz. Check the evolution method below. Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs take an average time to hatch. The evolved forms gain up to 140 total stats over Vullaby. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Vullaby with 73 breeding partners from the Flying egg group.
Shiny Vullaby
A greenish tint over the brown. Vullaby's shiny is technically a change, but it's the kind of change that makes you double-check Bulbapedia to be sure.
Shiny Vullaby 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 Vullaby
8 locations for Vullaby in early-game routes. Scroll the list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route.
Where To Catch Vullaby in SV
The line opens with Vullaby at Lv. 7-80 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Vullaby ✓Fellhorn GorgeLv.7-60OverworldDayInfernal PassLv.7-60OverworldDayKitakami WildsLv.7-60OverworldDayOni MountainLv.7-60OverworldDayParadise BarrensLv.7-60OverworldDayWistful FieldsLv.7-60OverworldDaySavanna BiomeLv.50-80OverworldDaySavanna BiomeLv.57OverworldDay
Step 2Catch or Evolve into MandibuzzSavanna BiomeLv.50-80OverworldSavanna BiomeLv.67Overworldor evolve from Vullaby (Step 1)
Bring the right balls: check Vullaby catch odds in the Scarlet & Violet Catch Rate Calculator before you throw.
Vullaby is scattered across 20 spots in early-game routes with decent spawn rates. Check the list below for the closest location to wherever you are in the game. This one's quick.
Where To Catch Vullaby in SwSh
Vullaby is the chain's first catch. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 10-58 across 30 total spots in the chain.
- Step 1Vullaby ✓Potbottom DesertLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 5%SnowstormPotbottom DesertLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 5%Normal WeatherPotbottom DesertLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 5%OvercastPotbottom DesertLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 5%Heavy FogPotbottom DesertLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 5%RainingPotbottom DesertLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 5%SandstormPotbottom DesertLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 5%SnowingPotbottom DesertLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 5%Intense SunPotbottom DesertLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 5%ThunderstormBridge FieldLv.26-28GrassShieldRate 25%SandstormStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%SnowstormStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%Normal WeatherStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%OvercastStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%Heavy FogStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%RainingStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%SandstormStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%SnowingStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%Intense SunStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%ThunderstormRoute 8Lv.39-41OverworldShieldRate 10%All Weather
- Step 2Catch or Evolve into MandibuzzDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldShieldRate 100%SnowstormDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldShieldRate 100%Normal WeatherDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldShieldRate 100%OvercastDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldShieldRate 100%RainingDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldShieldRate 100%SandstormDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldShieldRate 100%SnowingDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldShieldRate 100%Intense SunDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldShieldRate 100%ThunderstormDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldShieldRate 98%Heavy FogLake of OutrageLv.55-58OverworldShieldRate 25%Normal Weatheror evolve from Vullaby (Step 1)
Bring the right balls: check Vullaby catch odds in the Sword & Shield Catch Rate Calculator before you throw.
Exclusive to Ultra Moon, Vullaby rustles out of the swaying grass patches on Route 3, the bone-diapered vulture chick appearing around levels 10 to 13.
Where To Catch Vullaby in USUM
Step 2Catch or Evolve into Mandibuzzor evolve from Vullaby (Step 1)
Bring the right balls: check Vullaby catch odds in the Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Catch Rate Calculator before you throw.
Exclusive to Moon, Vullaby drifts onto Isle Abeens in Poke Pelago to be won over with Poke Beans, or turns up as a low level 11 walker on Route 3.
Where To Catch Vullaby in SM
Vullaby is the chain's first catch. You'll find gift and walking encounters from Lv. 11-57 across 5 total spots in the chain.
- Step 2Catch or Evolve into Mandibuzzor evolve from Vullaby (Step 1)
Bring the right balls: check Vullaby catch odds in the Sun & Moon Catch Rate Calculator before you throw.
Base Stats
Vullaby's built to absorb hits, not race for knockouts. Balanced defenses with Defense doing the heavy lifting. And the slow 1.25M XP grind means it won't take forever to bring up, worth 1 Defense EV.
Vullaby grow quickly. Bones that have gotten too small for older Vullaby to wear often get passed down to younger ones in the nest.
Vullaby Guide
For a casual playthrough, Vullaby works as a placeholder. Dark/Flying coverage is useful early. The real payoff is Mandibuzz. That's where the stats start mattering.
Weak Armor is the hidden ability. Raises Speed and lowers Defense by one stage each upon being hit by a physical move. Not always the best choice. Compare it to Vullaby's regular abilities before committing.
Use Vullaby as a support. Physical side carries the damage. Not the fastest,
Run Bold on Vullaby. +Defense is what matters, and the -Attack cut doesn't hurt this set. Fits the support role.
Game Availability
Since Black & White, Vullaby has been obtainable in 8 games. A Generation 5 debut means a shorter history, but Vullaby 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 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
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