Braviary Best Moveset
123 Attack at 80 Speed on Normal/Flying with AbilityDefiant turning Intimidate and stat drops into +2 Attack boosts. Held ItemHeavy Duty Boots blocks TermEntry Hazards. NatureJolly pushes the Speed. The moveset punishes Defog and Intimidate users. AbilitySheer Force is the alternative for raw damage without Defiant triggers. C-Tier through Defiant punish plays.
Normal/Flying with Sheer Force in Gen V (Black & White). Superpower hit hard, and Brave Bird was a powerful STAB. Defiant boosted Attack when stats were lowered.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Brave Bird
- Superpower
- Roost
- U Turn
Recommended Teammates
Rose slightly in Gen VI (X & Y). Defiant punished Intimidate and Defog users with +2 Attack. The best physical Flying-type for punishing defensive plays.
Best Moves
Best Build
Braviary best EVs are HP and Attack
Physical Revenge Killer Moveset
- Brave Bird
- Superpower
- U Turn
- Rock Slide
Recommended Teammates
Dropped in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). 80 Speed was too slow, and Brave Bird recoil wore Braviary down quickly. Stronger Flying-types took the slot.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Brave Bird
- Bulk Up
- Superpower
- Roost
Recommended Teammates
Same level in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). Defiant was useful when Intimidate showed up, but Braviary couldn't force the matchups it needed. Four gens of consistency.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Brave Bird
- Close Combat
- Iron Head
- Zen Headbutt
Recommended Teammates
Five gens at the same level in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). Never climbed higher, never fell lower. Braviary found its floor early and held it.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Close Combat
- Brave Bird
- U Turn
- Defog
Recommended Teammates
Braviary Weakness
Braviary is weak to Electric, Ice, and Rock. On the flip side, it's immune to Ground and Ghost-type moves entirely. With 100 HP and balanced defenses, Braviary can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Ice, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Grass, Bug |
| 0x (Immune) | Ground, Ghost |
What is Braviary Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Braviary
Dragapult's Draco Meteor hits Braviary for 65-77%. Rillaboom deals 42-50% with Knock Off.
S | ||
Recommended Build AbilityProtosynthesis ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Braviary View Great Tusk builds →Rapid Spin21-24% | ||
S | ||
Recommended Build AbilityInfiltrator ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Braviary View Dragapult builds →U Turn10-12% Draco Meteor65-77% | ||
A | ||
Recommended Build AbilityGrassy Surge ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Braviary View Rillaboom builds →Knock Off42-50% U Turn23-27% Wood Hammer39-46% | ||
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityPoisonheal ItemToxic Orb NatureCareful Moves
Damage vs Braviary View Gliscor builds →Knock Off17-20% | ||
Recommended Build AbilityIntimidate ItemRocky Helmet NatureJolly Moves View Landorus-Therian builds →
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Evolution
Evolved from Rufflet. Braviary is the final form in this two-stage line. Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. Attack grew the most through evolution (+40 over Rufflet), and Braviary peaks at 510 total stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Braviary to get Rufflet eggs using 73 partners from the Flying egg group.
How to Get Braviary
Braviary starts showing up in endgame routes at moderate rates across 16 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Braviary in SV
Rufflet is your first catch on the way to Braviary. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 21-80 across 42 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch RuffletAsado Desert - DesertLv.21-58OverworldRate 36%West Province (Area Two) - DesertLv.21-58OverworldRate 36%East Province (Area One) - MountainLv.21-58OverworldRate 15%Glaseado MountainLv.21-58OverworldRate 15%North Province (Area One) - MountainLv.21-58OverworldRate 15%South Province (Area Five) - MountainLv.21-58OverworldRate 15%South Province (Area Four) - MountainLv.21-58OverworldRate 15%South Province (Area Six) - MountainLv.21-58OverworldRate 15%South Province (Area Two) - MountainLv.21-58OverworldRate 15%West Province (Area One) - MountainLv.21-58OverworldRate 15%East Province (Area Three) - MineLv.21-58OverworldRate 12%Savanna BiomeLv.50-80Overworld
Step 2Braviary ✓Savanna BiomeLv.50-80OverworldNorth Province (Area One) - MountainLv.54-65OverworldRate 8%North Province (Area One) - RockyLv.54-65OverworldRate 8%North Province (Area Two) - RockyLv.54-65OverworldRate 8%The Great Crater of PaldeaLv.54-65OverworldRate 6%or evolve from Rufflet (Step 1)
1 encounter spots for Braviary at decent spawn 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 Braviary in PLA
Step 1Catch RuffletSnowpoint TempleLv.16-70CaveRate 15%
Step 2Braviary ✓Snowpoint TempleLv.16-70CaveRate 15%or evolve from Rufflet (Step 1)
Braviary appears at high spawn rates across 10 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.
Where To Catch Braviary in SwSh
Rufflet is your first catch on the way to Braviary. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 19-58 across 30 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch RuffletBridge FieldLv.26-28GrassSwordRate 25%SandstormPotbottom DesertLv.19-24OverworldSwordRate 5%OvercastPotbottom DesertLv.19-24OverworldSwordRate 5%SandstormPotbottom DesertLv.19-24OverworldSwordRate 5%ThunderstormPotbottom DesertLv.19-24OverworldSwordRate 5%Normal WeatherPotbottom DesertLv.19-24OverworldSwordRate 5%RainingPotbottom DesertLv.19-24OverworldSwordRate 5%Intense SunPotbottom DesertLv.19-24OverworldSwordRate 5%SnowstormPotbottom DesertLv.19-24OverworldSwordRate 5%Heavy FogPotbottom DesertLv.19-24OverworldSwordRate 5%SnowingStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 5%OvercastStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 5%SandstormStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 5%ThunderstormStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 5%Normal WeatherStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 5%RainingStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 5%Intense SunStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 5%SnowstormStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 5%Heavy FogStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 5%SnowingRoute 8Lv.39-41OverworldSwordRate 10%All Weather- Step 2Braviary ✓Dusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldSwordRate 100%SnowstormDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldSwordRate 100%SnowingDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldSwordRate 100%OvercastDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldSwordRate 100%SandstormDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldSwordRate 100%ThunderstormDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldSwordRate 100%Normal WeatherDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldSwordRate 100%RainingDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldSwordRate 100%Intense SunDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldSwordRate 98%Heavy FogLake of OutrageLv.55-58OverworldSwordRate 25%Normal Weatheror evolve from Rufflet (Step 1)
1 encounter spots for Braviary at high spawn rates starting from endgame routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Where To Catch Braviary in USUM
Step 1Catch RuffletRoute 3 - NorthLv.10-13GrassUltra SunRate 30%Shaking spot
Step 2Braviary ✓Poni Plains - NorthLv.54-57GrassUltra SunRate 30%Shaking spotor evolve from Rufflet (Step 1)
Base Stats
Raw Attack carries Braviary's bulk more than the defenses do. Sp. Atk barely registers. But that HP pool covers for it. A moderately hard to find Valiant Pokemon that yields 2 Attack EVs on a slow 1.25M XP grind.
For the sake of its friends, this brave warrior of the sky will not stop battling, even if injured.
Braviary Guide
Sheer Force changes the entire equation for Braviary. The 510 BST doesn't tell the full story. Ranked C-Tier as a support.
Sheer Force is what you want on Braviary. Every competitive set worth running is built with that ability in mind. The alternatives (Keen Eye, Defiant) work on paper but Sheer Force is what makes Braviary worth using.
Base 80 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Braviary is a physical attacker with base 123 Attack. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two. Best used as a support.
The core moveset is Close Combat, Bravebird, U Turn, and Defog. Close Combat leads at 0% usage. This set covers the support role with a mix of damage and utility.
Game Availability
Since debuting in Black & White, Braviary has appeared in 9 titles over 6 generations. Along the way, it received a Hisuian form in Generation 8, keeping it relevant across different competitive metas.
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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 8PLAHisuian
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves