Free switch-ins on Dragon moves make Alcremie useful in any team that needs that coverage. Only 2 weaknesses keeps it safe in most matchups. Known as the Cream Pokemon. The stat spread leans into special offense.
Nothing fancy in Alcremie's spread. It leans special with Sp. Def out front. And you'll get 2 Sp. Def EVs per KO for it. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
The moment it evolved, it took on a sweet and tart flavor. This is because of the way its cells spontaneously shifted during evolution.
The cells that compose its cream fluctuated suddenly during evolution, giving the cream a sweet and tart flavor.
Alcremie Weakness
GoodPoison and Steel-type moves hit Alcremie for super-effective damage. The upside? Dragon-type moves can't touch it at all. Alcremie's special bulk (base 121 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
Alcremie evolved from Milcery's chain using a unique condition. It's a non-standard trigger, so check the details below. Breed this form to get Milcery eggs (average hatch time). The evolution from Milcery pushed Alcremie to 495 total stats. Sp.Atk saw the largest single gain at +60.
How to Evolve
Breed with Alcremie to get Milcery eggs using 63 partners from the Indeterminate and Fairy egg groups.
The special wall spread is where Alcremie earns its spot. Leftovers for passive recovery each turn, Calm nature for the right lean, and Recover handles sustain. Aromaveil does the rest without needing a move slot.
Best Build
Best Alcremie Moveset
- Calm Mind
- Acid Armor
- Draining Kiss
- Recover
Recommended Teammates
The level-up pool is slim, so TMs matter here. Alcremie's Normal and Fighting coverage and more all comes from technical machines, built on top of Misty Explosion and Play Rough for same-type damage. Energy Ball and Giga Impact are the payoff moves.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
The level-up pool is slim, so TMs matter here. Alcremie's Normal and Fighting coverage and more all comes from technical machines, built on top of Misty Explosion and Play Rough for same-type damage. Energy Ball and Giga Impact are the payoff moves.
Alcremie can't be caught in Scarlet & Violet. Transfer Milcery from Sword and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
No wild encounters for Alcremie. The 2-stage line runs through Milcery, which you can catch at solid rates from the locations below. Evolve through a special method once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Alcremie in Sword & Shield
The path to Alcremie starts with Milcery at Lv. 13-28 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch MilceryEASYRoute 4ShieldGrassLv.13-1520%EarlyRouteAll WeatherEASYRoute 4SwordGrassLv.13-1520%EarlyRouteAll WeatherEFFORTLESSGiant's MirrorShieldGrassLv.26-2832%MidHeavy FogEFFORTLESSGiant's MirrorSwordGrassLv.26-2832%MidHeavy FogEFFORTLESSBridge FieldShieldGrassLv.26-2830%MidHeavy FogEFFORTLESSBridge FieldSwordGrassLv.26-2830%MidHeavy Fog
Step 2Alcremie ✓
Alcremie works as an attacker with 495 BST behind it. C-Tier on our list — a situational pick that fills a niche. That 121 base Sp. Def does the heavy lifting.
Milcery evolves into Alcremie through a special method. Alcremie is the fully evolved form. At 495 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Sweet Veil prevents friendly Pokémon from sleeping — that's the one you want on Alcremie. Aroma Veil is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses.
Alcremie is leaning toward the special side (base 110 Sp. Atk). Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. But the speed tells the real story — at base 64 Speed, it won't be moving first often. Fits the attacker role.
Alcremie can be found in Scarlet & Violet and Sword & Shield.
Available since Sword & Shield, Alcremie appears in 2 games spanning 2 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained a Gigantamax form in Generation 8.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwShDebutGigantamax
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A