Cherubi Best Moveset
Grass at 62 Sp. Atk and 35 Speed. The moveset can't compete at pre-evo numbers. Evolve to Cherrim for 87 Sp. Atk and 85 Speed on the same Grass TermStab.
Cherubi was a niche pick at best in Gen IV (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum), rarely seen in standard play. This was Cherubi's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Chlorophyll with Heatrock, favoring a Modest nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Cherubi best EVs are Speed and Sp. Atk
Utility Moveset
- Sunny Day
- Solar Beam
- Hidden Power Ice
- Weather Ball
Recommended Teammates
Cherubi was a niche pick at best in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2), rarely seen in standard play. Cherubi maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Chlorophyll with Eviolite, favoring a Modest nature.
Utility Moveset
- Sunny Day
- Solar Beam
- Weather Ball
- Hidden Power Ice
Recommended Teammates
Cherubi was a niche pick at best in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS), rarely seen in standard play. Cherubi maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran chlorophyll with Eviolite, favoring a Calm nature.
Support Moveset
- Toxic
- Leech Seed
- Solar Beam
- Petal Blizzard
Cherubi was a niche pick at best in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM), rarely seen in standard play. Cherubi maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Chlorophyll with Eviolite, favoring a Modest nature.
Utility Moveset
- Solar Beam
- Dazzling Gleam
- Weather Ball
- Sunny Day
Recommended Teammates
Cherubi was a niche pick at best in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP), rarely seen in standard play. Cherubi maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Chlorophyll with Focus Sash, favoring a Modest nature.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Leech Seed
- Dazzling Gleam
- Giga Drain
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Cherubi Weakness
Cherubi is weak to Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, and Bug. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. That's a lot of weak spots to cover so team support is important.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Water, Electric, Grass, Ground |
What is Cherubi Weak Against
FragileBest Pokemon Against Cherubi
Scizor can KO Cherubi with U-turn (306-360%). Charizard threatens a KO with Flamethrower (280-330%). Gengar's Sludge Bomb also KOs at 213-251%.
 Scizor BugSteel | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityTechnician ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Cherubi View Scizor builds →Bullet Punch87-103%KO Knock Off95-112%KO U Turn 2x306-360%KO Close Combat174-205%KO | ||
 Charizard Fire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySolarpower ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Cherubi View Charizard builds →Flamethrower 2x280-330%KO Air Slash 2x234-275%KO Scorching Sands36-43% | ||
 Gengar GhostPoison | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityCursedbody ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Cherubi View Gengar builds →Shadow Ball94-111%KO Sludge Bomb 2x213-251%KO | ||
 Salamence Dragon | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMoxie ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Cherubi View Salamence builds →Earthquake50-59% | ||
 Lapras WaterIce | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityWaterabsorb ItemLeftovers NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Cherubi View Lapras builds →Surf44-52% Thunderbolt29-34% | ||
Evolution
Cherubi evolves into Cherrim. It's a two-stage chain with the method shown below. Plenty of partners for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. Evolving adds up to 175 stat points total. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Cherubi
shaking trees is the only way to find Cherubi in this game. 5 locations host these encounters, and each one has its own conditions. These become available in early-game encounter areas. Sort below to compare them.
Where To Catch Cherubi in PLA
The path to Cherubi starts with Cherubi at Lv. 3-56 via special encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Cherubi ✓The HeartwoodLv.3-16Shaking berry treesRate 15%Gapejaw BogLv.11-36Shaking berry treesRate 15%Lonely SpringLv.21-24Shaking berry treesRate 15%Fabled SpringLv.43-46Shaking berry treesRate 15%Primeval GrottoLv.53-56Shaking berry treesRate 15%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into CherrimThe HeartwoodLv.3-16Shaking berry treesRate 15%Gapejaw BogLv.11-36Shaking berry treesRate 15%Lonely SpringLv.37-40Shaking berry treesRate 15%Fabled SpringLv.43-46Shaking berry treesRate 15%Primeval GrottoLv.53-56Shaking berry treesRate 15%or evolve from Cherubi (Step 1)
moderate rates across 4 locations for Cherubi 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.
Where To Catch Cherubi in BDSP
The path to Cherubi starts with Cherubi at Lv. 16-20 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Cherubi ✓Grassland CaveLv.16-20CaveSunlit CavernLv.16-20Cave- Step 2Evolve into Cherrim
Skip the tall grass for Cherubi. This Pokemon only appears through shaking trees, which requires you to know where to look. 26 spots are covered below with full details. These become available in early-game encounter areas.
Where To Catch Cherubi in SwSh
Cherubi is your first catch on the way to Cherubi. You'll find special encounters from Lv. 7-52 across 26 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Cherubi ✓Watchtower RuinsLv.11-14Shaking berry treesRate 50%North Lake MilochLv.14-16Shaking berry treesRate 50%Dappled GroveLv.11-15Shaking berry treesRate 30%Rolling FieldsLv.7-10Shaking berry treesRate 20%Route 3Lv.8-13Shaking berry treesRate 20%Giant's SeatLv.30-35Shaking berry treesRate 30%Bridge FieldLv.26-28Shaking berry treesRate 25%Giant's CapLv.26-28Shaking berry treesRate 25%Giant's MirrorLv.26-28Shaking berry treesRate 25%Hammerlocke HillsLv.28-30Shaking berry treesRate 25%Motostoke RiverbankLv.26-28Shaking berry treesRate 15%Axew's EyeLv.35-40Shaking berry treesRate 25%Lake of OutrageLv.50-52Shaking berry treesRate 5%- Step 2Evolve into CherrimBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Cherrim egg.
Cherubi isn't available in the wild in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Start by transferring Cherubi from Diamond & Pearl or Platinum. The evolution path from Cherubi to Cherubi is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Cherubi in USUM
- Step 1Cherubi ✓LATER APPEARANCEfrom Diamond & PearlNot TradeableAppears in Diamond & Pearl via Honey tree · Route 205. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom PlatinumNot TradeableAppears in Platinum via Honey tree · Route 207. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Evolve into Cherrim
Base Stats
Cherubi's spread isn't flashy. Sp. Atk leads, Attack trails, 0 stats clear the bar. Common in the wild and worth 1 Sp. Atk EV, on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
Once the fruit growing alongside the main body is large and plump, Cherubi will use the nutrients within to evolve. The fruit then detaches, becoming nourishment for other creatures.
Cherubi Guide
Cherubi does the job early-game if you need a Grass type on your team. Evolve it into Cherrim before the later gyms and it holds up fine through the story.
Game Availability
Cherubi first appeared in Diamond & Pearl and has been available in 12 games across 7 generations. Obtainable through catching or hatching as a base form in most titles where it appears.
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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 4DPDebut
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