Attack and Defense carry most of Bisharp's stat budget. Sp. Atk's the obvious dump stat. Tough to catch and yields 2 Attack EVs. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
This Pokémon commands a group of several Pawniard. Groups that are defeated in territorial disputes are absorbed by the winning side.
Bisharp mercilessly cuts its opponents to pieces with the sharp blades covering its body. It will do anything to win.
Fighting, Fire, and Ground moves hit Bisharp for super-effective damage. Fighting hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. The upside? Poison and Psychic-type moves can't touch it at all. With 9 resistances, the defensive profile is strong. Bisharp's physical bulk (base 100 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Fighting |
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Ground |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Normal, Grass, Ice, Flying, Rock, Ghost, Dragon, Dark, Steel |
| 0x (Immune) | Poison, Psychic |
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityTechnician ItemLoaded Dice NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Bisharp View Cinccino builds →Bullet Seed3-3% Knock Off7-8% | ||
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemAssault Vest NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Bisharp View Cyclizar builds →Rapid Spin5-7% U Turn10-12% Knock Off5-5% Draco Meteor19-22% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityPrankster ItemLightclay NatureImpish Moves View Grimmsnarl builds →
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 Decidueye GrassGhost | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityLongreach ItemSpelltag NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Bisharp View Decidueye builds →Shadow Sneak7-9% U Turn17-20% | ||
| B | |
Recommended Build AbilityPrankster ItemLightclay NatureImpish Moves View Grimmsnarl builds →
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Sitting between Pawniard and Kingambit, Bisharp is part of a chain that requires a unique condition. Not your typical level-up setup. So far, Attack got the biggest boost (+40 from Pawniard). The final form adds another 60 stats on top. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Bisharp to get Pawniard eggs easily using 70 partners from the Humanshape egg group.
The game plan is straightforward: click Swords Dance, then sweep. Eviolite and Defiant support the setup turn. EVs go into flexible so Bisharp hits hard once it's boosted.
Best Build
Bisharp best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Attacker Moveset
- Sucker Punch
- Swords Dance
- Iron Head
- Throat Chop
Recommended Teammates
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Iron Head
- Sucker Punch
- Swords Dance
- Throat Chop
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Tank Moveset
- Sucker Punch
- Iron Head
- Swords Dance
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Physical Tank Moveset
- Sucker Punch
- Iron Head
- Swords Dance
- Brick Break
Recommended Teammates
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Iron Head
- Sucker Punch
- Knock Off
- Swords Dance
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Sucker Punch
- Iron Head
- Knock Off
- Foul Play
Recommended Teammates
Physical Tank Moveset
- Iron Head
- Sucker Punch
- Knock Off
- Pursuit
Recommended Teammates
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Sucker Punch
- Iron Head
- Swords Dance
- Knock Off
Doubles Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Iron Head
- Sucker Punch
- Knock Off
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Physical Tank Moveset
- Iron Head
- Sucker Punch
- Knock Off
- Pursuit
Recommended Teammates
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Sucker Punch
- Iron Head
- Swords Dance
- Knock Off
Doubles Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Iron Head
- Sucker Punch
- Knock Off
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Level-up moves are just the starting point for Bisharp. TMs unlock coverage across 9 types and turn a straightforward STAB kit around Steel Beam and Foul Play into something with actual range.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Coverage runs deep. Bisharp can hit 10 types beyond STAB, including Bug and Normal. The offense anchors on Foul Play and Iron Head while TMs handle everything else.
Coverage runs deep. Bisharp can hit 11 types beyond STAB, including Bug and Normal. The offense anchors on Foul Play and Iron Head while TMs handle everything else.
Coverage runs deep. Bisharp can hit 10 types beyond STAB, including Bug and Normal. The offense anchors on Iron Head and Dark Pulse while TMs handle everything else.
moderate rates across 6 encounter spots for Bisharp. That's the kind of hunt where you pick one location and settle in. Sort by Best below to see where the odds are highest.
Where To Catch Bisharp in Scarlet & Violet
The path to Bisharp starts with Pawniard at Lv. 22-65 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch PawniardEast Province (Area Three) - RiverScarletOverworld Lv.22-47 Route30%MidEast Province (Area Three) - RiverVioletOverworld Lv.22-47 Route30%MidSouth Province (Area Five) - RiverScarletOverworld Lv.22-47 Route30%MidSouth Province (Area Five) - RiverVioletOverworld Lv.22-47 Route30%MidTagtree Thicket - RiverScarletOverworld Lv.22-47 Forest30%MidTagtree Thicket - RiverVioletOverworld Lv.22-47 Forest30%MidEast Province (Area Three) - RockyScarletOverworld Lv.22-47 Route15%MidEast Province (Area Three) - RockyVioletOverworld Lv.22-47 Route15%MidSouth Province (Area Five) - RockyScarletOverworld Lv.22-47 Route15%MidSouth Province (Area Five) - RockyVioletOverworld Lv.22-47 Route15%MidNorth Province (Area Two) - Bamboo ForestVioletOverworld Lv.52-65 Route5%PostNorth Province (Area Two) - Bamboo ForestScarletOverworld Lv.52-65 Route5%PostNorth Province (Area Two) - RockyVioletOverworld Lv.52-65 Route3%PostNorth Province (Area Two) - RockyScarletOverworld Lv.52-65 Route3%PostThe Great Crater of PaldeaScarletOverworld Lv.52-653%PostThe Great Crater of PaldeaVioletOverworld Lv.52-653%Post
Step 2Bisharp ✓North Province (Area Two) - Bamboo ForestVioletOverworld Lv.52-65 Route5%PostNorth Province (Area Two) - Bamboo ForestScarletOverworld Lv.52-65 Route5%PostNorth Province (Area Two) - RockyVioletOverworld Lv.52-65 Route3%PostNorth Province (Area Two) - RockyScarletOverworld Lv.52-65 Route3%PostThe Great Crater of PaldeaVioletOverworld Lv.52-653%PostThe Great Crater of PaldeaScarletOverworld Lv.52-653%Postor evolve from Pawniard (Step 1)
decent spawn rates across 2 locations for Bisharp in endgame routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Bisharp in Sword & Shield
The path to Bisharp starts with Pawniard at Lv. 10-58 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch PawniardChallenge RoadShieldOverworld Lv.10-15 Route20%EarlyOvercastForest of FocusSwordOverworld Lv.10-15 Forest20%EarlyOvercastPotbottom DesertShieldOverworld Lv.10-15 Desert20%EarlyOvercastSoothing WetlandsSwordOverworld Lv.10-15 Swamp20%EarlyOvercastForest of FocusSwordGrass Lv.13-18 Forest15%EarlyOvercastForest of FocusShieldGrass Lv.13-18 Forest15%EarlyOvercastSoothing WetlandsShieldGrass Lv.13-18 Swamp15%EarlyOvercastSoothing WetlandsSwordGrass Lv.13-18 Swamp15%EarlyOvercastForest of FocusShieldOverworld Lv.10-15 Forest10%EarlyOvercastSoothing WetlandsShieldOverworld Lv.10-15 Swamp10%EarlyOvercastGiant's MirrorSwordOverworld Lv.28-3050%MidSnowstormGiant's MirrorShieldOverworld Lv.28-3050%MidSnowstormMotostoke RiverbankSwordGrass Lv.26-2835%MidSnowstormMotostoke RiverbankShieldGrass Lv.26-2835%MidSnowstormGiant's CapSwordGrass Lv.26-2830%MidSnowstormGiant's CapShieldGrass Lv.26-2830%MidSnowstormStony WildernessSwordGrass Lv.26-2830%MidSnowstormStony WildernessShieldGrass Lv.26-2830%MidSnowstormMotostoke OutskirtsSwordGrass Lv.21-2420%MidAll WeatherMotostoke OutskirtsShieldGrass Lv.21-2420%MidAll WeatherChallenge RoadShieldGrass Lv.19-24 Route15%MidOvercastChallenge RoadSwordGrass Lv.19-24 Route15%MidOvercastChallenge RoadSwordOverworld Lv.16-21 Route10%MidOvercastPotbottom DesertSwordOverworld Lv.19-24 Desert10%MidOvercastMotostoke RiverbankSwordOverworld Lv.26-285%MidSnowstormMotostoke RiverbankShieldOverworld Lv.28-305%MidSnowstormRoute 8ShieldOverworld Lv.39-41 Route20%LateAll WeatherRoute 8SwordOverworld Lv.39-41 Route20%LateAll Weather
Step 2Bisharp ✓Lake of OutrageSwordOverworld Lv.55-58 Water25%PostSnowstormLake of OutrageShieldOverworld Lv.55-58 Water25%PostSnowstormor evolve from Pawniard (Step 1)
Bisharp sits at moderate rates across 2 spots in late-game routes. Pick one from the sorted list and commit to it. Jumping between areas wastes more time than waiting in the right location.
Where To Catch Bisharp in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
To get Bisharp, start by catching Pawniard through walking encounters at Lv. 33-36. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch PawniardRoute 17 - NortheastUltra SunGrass Lv.33-36 RouteLateSOS from BisharpRoute 17 - NortheastUltra MoonGrass Lv.33-36 RouteLateSOS from Bisharp
Step 2Bisharp ✓Route 17 - NortheastUltra SunGrass Lv.33-36 Route5%LateRoute 17 - NortheastUltra MoonGrass Lv.33-36 Route5%Lateor evolve from Pawniard (Step 1)
Bisharp can't be caught in Sun & Moon. Transfer Pawniard from Black, Black 2, or Scarlet and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
Bisharp is meant to evolve into Kingambit. At 490 BST, the stats aren't there for competitive play yet. Pre-evolution Pokemon rarely hold up against fully evolved threats.
Defiant raises Attack two stages upon having any stat lowered. That's the one you want on Bisharp. Pressure is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Inner Focus works too if your team needs something different.
Base 70 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Bisharp is a physical attacker with base 125 Attack. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two. Best used as a wallbreaker.
Bisharp 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 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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