Axew Best Moveset
Dragon at 87 Attack and 57 Speed with AbilityMold Breaker ignoring opposing abilities. High Attack for a pre-evolution. The moveset runs physical Dragon TermStab at modest pace. Evolve through to Haxorus for 147 Attack and the Dragon damage that breaks through anything.
Axew saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). This was Axew's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Mold Breaker with Lum Berry, favoring a Jolly nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Axew best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Outrage
- Dragon Dance
- Superpower
- Aqua Tail
Recommended Teammates
Axew saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). Axew maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Rivalry with Nothing, favoring a Hardy nature.
Utility Moveset
- Dragon Rage
- Dragon Claw
- Cut
- Slash
Recommended Teammates
Axew saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Axew maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Mold Breaker with Eviolite, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Dragon Dance
- Poison Jab
- Dragon Claw
- Outrage
Axew saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Axew maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Mold Breaker with Focus Sash, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Dragon Dance
- Dragon Claw
- Aqua Tail
- Outrage
Recommended Teammates
Axew saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Axew maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Mold Breaker with Focus Sash, favoring a Jolly nature.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Guillotine
- Protect
- Iron Head
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Axew Weakness
Type-wise, Axew takes extra damage from Ice, Dragon, and Fairy. 4 resistances help offset the weaknesses. Standard number of weaknesses for the Dragon typing.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Ice, Dragon, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Electric, Grass |
What is Axew Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Axew
Kyurem can KO Axew with Draco Meteor (292-344%). Garchomp's Earthquake hits Axew for 84-99%. Togekiss's Dazzling Gleam also KOs at 170-201%.
 Kyurem DragonIce | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemLoaded Dice NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Axew View Kyurem builds →Icicle Spear 2x32-38% Draco Meteor 2x292-344%KO | ||
 Garchomp DragonGround | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityRough Skin ItemRocky Helmet NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Axew View Garchomp builds →Earthquake84-99% | ||
 Togekiss Fairy | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySerenegrace ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Axew View Togekiss builds →Air Slash80-94% Dazzling Gleam 2x170-201%KO | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemEviolite NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Axew View Mienfoo builds →Knock Off30-35% U Turn32-38% High Jump Kick59-70% | ||
Evolution
Three stages ahead. Axew grows into Fraxure, then pushes on to Haxorus. Check the evolution methods below. For breeding, takes forever to hatch with plenty of partners via two egg groups. Evolving adds up to 220 stat points total. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Axew
Easy grab on Axew with high spawn rates across 12 locations in mid-game routes. The sorted list below shows the full spread so you can pick the most convenient spot.
Where To Catch Axew in SV
To get Axew, start by catching Axew through walking encounters at Lv. 16-80. The chain covers 3 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Axew ✓North Province (Area One) - MountainLv.16-42OverworldRate 30%South Province (Area Five) - MountainLv.16-42OverworldRate 30%North Province (Area One) - RiverLv.16-42OverworldRate 10%South Province (Area Five) - RiverLv.16-42OverworldRate 10%Canyon BiomeLv.50-80OverworldPolar BiomeLv.50-80Overworld
Step 2Catch or Evolve into FraxureNorth Province (Area One) - MountainLv.38-50OverworldRate 6%South Province (Area Five) - MountainLv.38-50OverworldRate 6%North Province (Area One) - RiverLv.38-50OverworldRate 2%South Province (Area Five) - RiverLv.38-50OverworldRate 2%Canyon BiomeLv.50-80OverworldPolar BiomeLv.50-80Overworldor evolve from Axew (Step 1)
11 encounter spots for Axew at moderate rates starting from mid-game routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Where To Catch Axew in SwSh
To get Axew, start by catching Axew through walking encounters at Lv. 29-58. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Axew ✓Route 6Lv.29-33OverworldSwordRate 5%All WeatherHammerlocke HillsLv.29-31OverworldSwordRate 2%SandstormRoute 6Lv.29-33OverworldShieldRate 1%All WeatherAxew's EyeLv.36-40OverworldRate 10%Normal WeatherAxew's EyeLv.36-40OverworldRate 10%RainingAxew's EyeLv.36-40OverworldRate 10%OvercastAxew's EyeLv.36-40OverworldRate 10%Heavy Fog
Step 3Catch or Evolve into HaxorusLake of OutrageLv.55-58OverworldSwordRate 5%ThunderstormLake of OutrageLv.55-58OverworldShieldRate 1%Thunderstormor evolve from Fraxure (Step 2)
moderate rates for Axew across 2 locations in mid-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
moderate rates across 2 locations for Axew in mid-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Base Stats
Attack and Defense carry most of Axew's stat budget. Sp. Atk's the obvious dump stat. Moderately hard to find and yields 1 Attack EV. Follows a slow 1.25M XP grind.
If you see peculiar teeth marks on boulders or trees, it means an Axew is likely living nearby.
Axew Guide
You can run Axew through the first few routes without issues. 320 BST won't carry you far though. Get it to Fraxure as fast as you can.
Game Availability
Axew joined the series in Black & White and has been available in 8 titles so far. With 6 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
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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