Corviknight Best Moveset
Flying/Steel at 105 Defense behind a typing that resists 8 types and is immune to Ground and Poison. AbilityPressure forces double PP. AbilityMirror Armor bounces back stat drops. Held ItemRocky Helmet with NatureImpish punishes physical contact. The moveset clears hazards with Defog, sets up with MoveBulk Up, and absorbs physical damage. S-Tier as the premier physical defensive pivot.
Flying/Steel with Mirror Armor reflecting stat drops in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). Intimidate, Sticky Web, and Defog stat penalties bounced back. Defog, Roost, and Brave Bird. Top tier on debut.
Best Moves
Best Build
Corviknight best EVs are HP and Defense
Wall Moveset
- Roost
- Defog
- U Turn
- Body Press
Recommended Teammates
Two gens at the top in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). Pressure wasted PP on defensive sets, and Flying/Steel resisted 8 types. The premier physical wall across both gens.
Wall Moveset
- Roost
- Defog
- U Turn
- Body Press
Recommended Teammates
Corviknight Weakness
Corviknight's Flying/Steel typing leaves it vulnerable to Fire and Electric. It shrugs off Poison and Ground-type attacks completely. With 8 resistances, the defensive profile is strong. Corviknight's overall bulk (98/105/85) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Electric |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Normal, Flying, Psychic, Dragon, Steel, Fairy |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Grass, Bug |
| 0x (Immune) | Poison, Ground |
What is Corviknight Weak Against
FortressBest Pokemon Against Corviknight
A | ||
Recommended Build AbilityGrassy Surge ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Corviknight View Rillaboom builds →Knock Off20-24% U Turn5-6% Wood Hammer9-11% | ||
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityTruant ItemChoice Band NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Corviknight View Slaking builds →Knock Off22-26% Double Edge20-24% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityTechnician ItemAssault Vest NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Corviknight View Hitmontop builds →Rapid Spin4-5% Mach Punch7-8% Close Combat20-24% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Corviknight View Amoonguss builds →Giga Drain3-4% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityChlorophyll ItemFocus Sash NatureAdamant Moves View Leavanny builds →
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Evolution
End of the line. Corviknight caps a three-stage chain that started at Rookidee. Breeding produces the base form, and eggs are quick to hatch. Defense grew the most through evolution (+70 over Rookidee), and Corviknight peaks at 495 total stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Corviknight to get Rookidee eggs easily using 73 partners from the Flying egg group.
How to Get Corviknight
Corviknight starts showing up in mid-game routes at moderate rates across 4 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Corviknight in SV
Rookidee is your first catch on the way to Corviknight. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 5-60 across 62 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch RookideeEast Province (Area One) - GrassLv.5-29OverworldRate 15%East Province (Area One) - MountainLv.5-29OverworldRate 15%East Province (Area One) - Near TownLv.5-29OverworldRate 15%East Province (Area One) - RockyLv.5-29OverworldRate 15%East Province (Area Three) - GrassLv.5-29OverworldRate 15%East Province (Area Three) - Near TownLv.5-29OverworldRate 15%East Province (Area Three) - RockyLv.5-29OverworldRate 15%East Province (Area Two) - GrassLv.5-29OverworldRate 15%East Province (Area Two) - Near TownLv.5-29OverworldRate 15%East Province (Area Two) - RockyLv.5-29OverworldRate 15%South Province (Area Five) - GrassLv.5-29OverworldRate 15%South Province (Area Five) - MountainLv.5-29OverworldRate 15%South Province (Area Five) - RockyLv.5-29OverworldRate 15%South Province (Area Three) - GrassLv.5-29OverworldRate 15%South Province (Area Three) - Near TownLv.5-29OverworldRate 15%South Province (Area Three) - RockyLv.5-29OverworldRate 15%
Step 2Catch or Evolve CorvisquireEast Province (Area One) - MountainLv.18-38OverworldRate 9%East Province (Area One) - Near TownLv.18-38OverworldRate 9%East Province (Area One) - RockyLv.18-38OverworldRate 9%East Province (Area Three) - Near TownLv.18-38OverworldRate 9%East Province (Area Three) - RockyLv.18-38OverworldRate 9%East Province (Area Two) - Near TownLv.18-38OverworldRate 9%East Province (Area Two) - RockyLv.18-38OverworldRate 9%South Province (Area Five) - MountainLv.18-38OverworldRate 9%South Province (Area Five) - RockyLv.18-38OverworldRate 9%East Province (Area One) - GrassLv.18-38OverworldRate 6%East Province (Area Three) - GrassLv.18-38OverworldRate 6%East Province (Area Two) - GrassLv.18-38OverworldRate 6%South Province (Area Five) - GrassLv.18-38OverworldRate 6%or evolve from Rookidee (Step 1)
Step 3Corviknight ✓The Great Crater of PaldeaLv.18-60OverworldRate 6%or evolve from Corvisquire (Step 2)
Corviknight isn't available in the wild in Legends: Z-A. Start by transferring Rookidee from Sword & Shield or Scarlet & Violet. The evolution path from Rookidee to Corviknight is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Corviknight in LZA
- Step 1Obtain RookideeCARTRIDGE TRADEfrom Scarlet & VioletAvailableCatch in Scarlet & Violet via Overworld · East Province (Area Two), then trade to the current game via link cable.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Sword & ShieldNot TradeableAppears in Sword & Shield via Walking · Route 3 · All Weather. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
- Step 2Evolve into Corvisquire
- Step 3Corviknight ✓
high spawn rates across 42 locations for Corviknight 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 Corviknight in SwSh
The path to Corviknight starts with Rookidee at Lv. 2-65 via walking encounters. 3 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch RookideeRoute 3Lv.8-13GrassRate 35%All WeatherSlumbering Weald - Low LevelLv.2-3OverworldRate 30%All WeatherRoute 1Lv.3-6OverworldRate 30%All WeatherRoute 2Lv.5-7OverworldRate 30%All WeatherRoute 2Lv.4-6GrassRate 25%All WeatherSlumbering WealdLv.2-3GrassRate 20%All WeatherMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28OverworldSwordRate 10%OvercastMotostoke RiverbankLv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 10%Overcast
Step 2Catch or Evolve CorvisquireGiant's Mirror - FlyingLv.28-30OverworldRate 40%All WeatherMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28GrassRate 35%Normal WeatherMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28GrassRate 30%OvercastMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28GrassRate 20%RainingMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28GrassRate 20%Intense SunMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28GrassRate 20%SnowstormMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28GrassRate 20%Heavy FogMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28GrassRate 20%SnowingHammerlocke HillsLv.28-30GrassRate 15%Normal WeatherMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28GrassRate 10%SandstormMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28GrassRate 10%ThunderstormHammerlocke Hills - FlyingLv.36-39OverworldRate 40%All WeatherBallimere LakeLv.60-65OverworldRate 10%Normal WeatherBallimere LakeLv.60-65OverworldRate 10%Snowingor evolve from Rookidee (Step 1)
Step 3Corviknight ✓Route 7Lv.28-40GrassRate 20%SnowstormRoute 7Lv.36-40GrassRate 20%RainingRoute 7Lv.36-40GrassRate 20%SnowingRoute 7Lv.36-40GrassRate 20%Intense SunRoute 7Lv.36-40GrassRate 20%Normal WeatherRoute 7Lv.36-40GrassRate 20%OvercastRoute 7Lv.36-40GrassRate 20%SandstormRoute 7Lv.36-40GrassRate 20%ThunderstormRoute 7Lv.36-40GrassRate 20%Heavy FogDusty BowlLv.40-45GrassRate 20%SnowingSlumbering WealdLv.45-47GrassRate 20%All WeatherSlumbering Weald - High LevelLv.45-47OverworldRate 5%All WeatherLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassRate 40%Normal WeatherLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassRate 23%Heavy FogLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassShieldRate 21%SandstormLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassSwordRate 20%SandstormLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassRate 20%Intense SunLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassRate 20%OvercastLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassRate 20%SnowingLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassSwordRate 20%SnowstormLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassSwordRate 20%ThunderstormLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassRate 20%RainingLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassShieldRate 15%SnowstormLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassShieldRate 15%Thunderstormor evolve from Corvisquire (Step 2)
Base Stats
Bulk defines Corviknight's stat line. Defense and HP anchor the defensive side, but Sp. Atk can't keep up offensively. Tough to catch and worth 3 Defense EVs.
Corviknight can’t serve as a taxi service in Paldea because the Pokémon’s natural predators will attack it while it flies, endangering the customer.
Corviknight Guide
We rate Corviknight B-Tier: a solid choice for the right team. At 495 BST, it fits the support role. Base 105 Defense stands out.
Pressure increases the PP cost of moves targetting the Pokémon by one. That's the one you want on Corviknight. Mirror Armor is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Unnerve works too if your team needs something different.
At base 67 Speed, it won't be moving first often. On offense, Corviknight is a physical attacker with base 87 Attack. Defensively? Tanky enough to absorb a few hits. Best used as a support.
Run Roost, Defog, U Turn, and Bodypress on Corviknight. Roost is the most common pick at 0% usage. This set covers the support role with a mix of damage and utility.
Game Availability
Since debuting in Sword & Shield, Corviknight has appeared in 3 titles over 3 generations. Along the way, it received a Gigantamax 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 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 8SwShDebutGigantamax
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