Brionne Best Moveset
91 Sp. Atk at 50 Speed on Water. AbilityLiquid Voice converts sound moves to Water TermStab. Held ItemEviolite adds bulk since Primarina exists. The moveset has real special output building toward evolution. One step from S-Tier.
Brionne saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). This was Brionne's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Liquidvoice with Eviolite, favoring a Modest nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Brionne best EVs are HP and Sp. Atk
Special Tank Moveset
- Ice Beam
- Hyper Voice
- Echoed Voice
- Moonblast
Recommended Teammates
Brionne saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Brionne maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Liquidvoice with Eviolite, favoring a Hardy nature.
Special Attacker Moveset
- Protect
- Moonblast
- Hyper Voice
- Ice Beam
Recommended Teammates
Brionne saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Brionne maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Liquidvoice with Eviolite, favoring a Modest nature.
Special Tank Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Moonblast
- Ice Beam
- Aqua Ring
Recommended Teammates
Brionne Weakness
Electric and Grass moves hit Brionne for super-effective damage. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. Only 2 weaknesses makes it relatively easy to build around defensively.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Grass |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Ice, Steel |
What is Brionne Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Brionne
Raikou can KO Brionne with Thunderbolt (100-118%).
 Raikou Electric | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityInnerfocus ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Brionne View Raikou builds →Scald15-17% Thunderbolt 2x100-118%KO Volt Switch 2x78-92% | ||
 Breloom GrassFighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityTechnician ItemLoaded Dice NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Brionne View Breloom builds →Mach Punch19-22% Bullet Seed 2x23-28% | ||
Evolution
Brionne is the middle stage between Popplio and Primarina. It's a three-stage line with one more evolution to go. For breeding, quick to hatch with a massive partner pool via two egg groups. So far, Sp.Atk got the biggest boost (+25 from Popplio). The final form adds another 110 stats on top. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Brionne
Brionne doesn't appear wild. Catch Popplio instead, it shows up at moderate rates. Evolve it at level 34 to get Brionne. The 3-stage chain is mapped in the step cards below.
Brionne can't be caught in Sword & Shield. Transfer Popplio from Sun & Moon, Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, or Scarlet & Violet and evolve through the 3-stage chain to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Brionne in SwSh
Step 1Obtain PopplioBREEDINGAvailableLeave Brionne with a compatible partner at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Popplio egg.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Sun & MoonNot TradeableAppears in Sun & Moon via Gift · Iki Town · Starter Pokémon. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon via Gift · Route 1 · Starter Pokémon. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Scarlet & VioletNot TradeableAppears in Scarlet & Violet via Overworld · Coastal Biome. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Brionne ✓
Step 3Evolve into Primarina
Can't catch Brionne directly. Start with Popplio at moderate rates from the locations below, then evolve at level 34. The 3-stage chain from Popplio to Brionne is where the leveling time goes.
You're catching Popplio first, not Brionne. Popplio appears at moderate rates in the encounters below. The step cards map the full 3-stage chain with evolution methods between each stage.
Base Stats
Brionne's spread isn't flashy. Sp. Atk leads, Speed trails, 2 stats clear the bar. Tough to catch and worth 2 Sp. Atk EVs, on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
On nights when the sea is calm, Brionne dance with one another to the singing of the Primarina that’s leading them.
Brionne Guide
Brionne isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Primarina to unlock its full potential. At 420 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Torrent strengthens water moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less. That's the one you want on Brionne. Liquid Voice is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses.
Brionne fills the balanced role. It's a special attacker with base 91 Sp. Atk. Base 50 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Brionne does the job early-game if you need a Water type on your team. Evolve it into Primarina before the later gyms and it holds up fine through the story.
Game Availability
Introduced in Sun & Moon, Brionne has appeared in 4 games across 4 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
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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 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SMDebut
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