Cascoon Best Moveset
Bug cocoon at the same stats as Silcoon. The moveset is equally empty. Evolve to Dustox for Bug/Poison TermStab and 90 Sp. Def that absorb special hits on the defensive side.
Cascoon was a niche pick at best in Gen III (Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald), rarely seen in standard play. This was Cascoon's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran shed skin with Nothing, favoring a Hardy nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Cascoon best EVs are Attack
Utility Moveset
- Harden
- Harden
Cascoon was a niche pick at best in Gen IV (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum), rarely seen in standard play. Cascoon maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran shed skin with Nothing, favoring a Hardy nature.
Utility Moveset
- Bug Bite
- String Shot
- Harden
- Iron Defense
Cascoon was a niche pick at best in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2), rarely seen in standard play. Cascoon maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran shed skin with Eviolite, favoring a Naughty nature.
Utility Moveset
- Bug Bite
- Electroweb
- Electroweb
- Iron Defense
Cascoon was a niche pick at best in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS), rarely seen in standard play. Cascoon maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran shed skin with Eviolite, favoring a Hardy nature.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Iron Defense
- Bug Bite
- Electroweb
- Electroweb
Cascoon was a niche pick at best in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM), rarely seen in standard play. Cascoon maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran shed skin with Eviolite, favoring a Hardy nature.
Utility Moveset
- Iron Defense
- Electroweb
- Harden
- Bug Bite
Cascoon Weakness
Cascoon is weak to Fire, Flying, and Rock. Cascoon's physical bulk (base 55 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Flying, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Grass, Fighting, Ground |
What is Cascoon Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Cascoon
Staraptor threatens a KO with Double-Edge (99-117%). Rhyperior's Stone Edge also KOs at 203-239%.
 Volcarona BugFire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureModest Moves View Volcarona builds →
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 Staraptor Normal | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityReckless ItemChoice Scarf NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Cascoon View Staraptor builds →Close Combat33-39% U Turn39-46% Double Edge99-117%KO | ||
 Rhyperior GroundRock | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySolidrock ItemAssault Vest NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Cascoon View Rhyperior builds →Earthquake50-59% Stone Edge 2x203-239%KO | ||
Evolution
From here, Cascoon's line branches into Silcoon and Cascoon. That's 2 possible evolutions, each with its own method. Defense has grown the most so far (+20), but there's still another 190 stats to gain in the final evolution. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Cascoon to get Wurmple eggs easily using 91 partners from the Bug egg group.
How to Get Cascoon
decent spawn rates across 2 locations for Cascoon in early-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.
Where To Catch Cascoon in PLA
The path to Cascoon starts with Wurmple at Lv. 2-32 via walking encounters. 3 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch WurmpleFloaro GardensLv.2-6GrassRate 15%Horseshoe PlainsLv.2-6GrassRate 15%The HeartwoodLv.3-6GrassRate 15%
Step 2Cascoon ✓Floaro GardensLv.3-5GrassRate 15%NightThe HeartwoodLv.7-9GrassRate 15%Nightor evolve from Wurmple (Step 1)
Step 3Catch or Evolve into DustoxThe HeartwoodLv.13-16GrassRate 15%NightGrueling GroveLv.15-18GrassRate 15%NightFloaro GardensLv.18-22GrassRate 15%NightVeilstone CapeLv.29-32GrassRate 15%Nightor evolve from Cascoon (Step 2)
5 encounter spots for Cascoon at decent spawn rates starting from early-game routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Where To Catch Cascoon in BDSP
To get Cascoon, start by catching Wurmple through walking encounters at Lv. 10-51. The chain covers 3 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch WurmpleEterna ForestLv.10-11GrassRate 30%Morning/dayEterna ForestLv.10GrassRate 20%NightGrassland CaveLv.16-20CaveRiverbank CaveLv.16-20CaveStill-Water CavernLv.16-20CaveSunlit CavernLv.16-20Cave
Step 2Cascoon ✓Eterna ForestLv.10GrassShining PearlRate 20%Grassland CaveLv.16-20CaveShining PearlRiverbank CaveLv.16-20CaveShining PearlStill-Water CavernLv.16-20CaveShining PearlSunlit CavernLv.16-20CaveShining Pearlor evolve from Wurmple (Step 1)
Step 3Catch or Evolve into DustoxEterna ForestLv.12GrassShining PearlRate 2%Route 230Lv.51GrassShining PearlRate 10%or evolve from Cascoon (Step 2)
Cascoon can't be caught in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Transfer Wurmple from Ruby & Sapphire, Emerald, or Diamond & Pearl and evolve through the 3-stage chain to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Cascoon in USUM
Step 1Obtain WurmpleLATER APPEARANCEfrom Ruby & SapphireNot TradeableAppears in Ruby & Sapphire via Walking · Route 101. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom EmeraldNot TradeableAppears in Emerald via Walking · Route 101. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Diamond & PearlNot TradeableAppears in Diamond & Pearl via Honey tree · Route 208. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.- Step 2Cascoon ✓
Step 3Evolve into Dustox
No wild encounters for Cascoon in Sun & Moon. Bring Wurmple over from Ruby & Sapphire, Emerald, or Diamond & Pearl, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Cascoon in SM
- Step 1Obtain WurmpleBREEDINGAvailableLeave Cascoon with a compatible partner at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Wurmple egg.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Ruby & SapphireNot TradeableAppears in Ruby & Sapphire via Walking · Route 101. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom EmeraldNot TradeableAppears in Emerald via Walking · Route 101. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Diamond & PearlNot TradeableAppears in Diamond & Pearl via Honey tree · Route 208. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
- Step 2Cascoon ✓
- Step 3Evolve into Dustox
Base Stats
Defense and HP carry most of Cascoon's stat budget. Speed's the obvious dump stat. Common in the wild and yields 2 Defense EVs. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
The silk coating its body is thin but sufficiently strong. Cascoon’s silk has a luster and texture superior to that of Silcoon’s, and clothes made using Cascoon silk are regarded as top-notch.
Cascoon Guide
You can run Cascoon through the first few routes without issues. 205 BST won't carry you far though. Get it to Beautifly as fast as you can.
Game Availability
Available in 14 titles since its debut in Ruby & Sapphire, Cascoon spans 8 generations of Pokemon games. It's accessible through catching or hatching as a base form in a solid number of games.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RSDebut
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 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