Dachsbun's spread isn't flashy. Defense leads, Sp. Atk trails, 4 stats clear the bar. Moderately hard to find and worth 2 Speed EVs, on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
The pleasant aroma that emanates from this Pokémon’s body helps wheat grow, so Dachsbun has been treasured by farming villages.
The surface of this Pokémon’s skin hardens when exposed to intense heat, and its body has an appetizing aroma.
Dachsbun's Fairy typing leaves it vulnerable to Poison and Steel. It shrugs off Dragon-type attacks completely. Dachsbun's physical bulk (base 115 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Poison, Steel |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fighting, Bug, Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Dragon |
Tyranitar's Stone Edge hits Dachsbun for 57-67%.
 | S | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureImpish Moves View Ho-Oh builds →
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 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilitySand Stream ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Dachsbun View Tyranitar builds →Knock Off19-22% Stone Edge57-67% Pursuit11-14% Earthquake38-45% | ||
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityTechnician ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Dachsbun View Hitmontop builds →Rapid Spin10-12% Close Combat17-20% Mach Punch6-7% | ||
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityLibero ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Dachsbun View Cinderace builds →U Turn7-8% Sucker Punch7-8% | ||
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityInfiltrator ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Dachsbun View Dragapult builds →U Turn5-7% Shadow Ball62-73% | ||
Dachsbun is the evolved form of Fidough. Breeding produces Fidough eggs, and they're average hatch time. Evolving from Fidough gave Dachsbun the biggest boost in Defense (+45), bringing the total to 477 stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Dachsbun to get Fidough eggs easily using 278 partners from the Ground and Mineral egg groups.
max HP and Defense EVs and Impish nature turn Dachsbun into a wall that doesn't fold easily. Rocky Helmet brings chip damage on every physical hit received for the long game, and Wish handles sustain. Wellbakedbody fills in the gaps.
Best Build
Dachsbun best EVs are HP and Defense
Wall Moveset
- Wish
- Play Rough
- Roar
- Body Press
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Wall Moveset
- Body Press
- Play Rough
- Wish
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Pivot Moveset
- Play Rough
- Baton Pass
- Agility
- Body Press
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Body Press
- Protect
- Snarl
- Play Rough
Recommended Teammates
Wall Moveset
- Wish
- Play Rough
- Roar
- Body Press
Doubles Wall Moveset
- Body Press
- Play Rough
- Wish
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Pivot Moveset
- Play Rough
- Baton Pass
- Agility
- Body Press
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Body Press
- Protect
- Snarl
- Play Rough
Moves
Breadth over depth defines this movepool. Dachsbun won't stack one type's damage ceiling, but coverage across 10 types means it always has an effective option. Play Rough and Alluring Voice anchor the STAB core.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Dachsbun develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Play Rough and Double-Edge show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
decent spawn rates across 14 locations for Dachsbun 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 Dachsbun in Scarlet & Violet
The path to Dachsbun starts with Fidough at Lv. 5-44 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch FidoughEast Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.5-12 Route36%EarlyEast Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.5-12 Route36%EarlySouth Province (Area One) - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.5-12 Route36%EarlySouth Province (Area One) - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.5-12 Route36%EarlySouth Province (Area Six) - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.5-12 Route36%EarlySouth Province (Area Six) - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.5-12 Route36%EarlySouth Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.5-12 Route36%EarlySouth Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.5-12 Route36%EarlySouth Province (Area Two) - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.5-12 Route36%EarlySouth Province (Area Two) - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.5-12 Route36%EarlyThe Pokémon League - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.5-1236%EarlyThe Pokémon League - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.5-1236%EarlyWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.5-12 Route36%EarlyWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.5-12 Route36%Early
Step 2Dachsbun ✓East Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.26-44 Route15%MidEast Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.26-44 Route15%MidSouth Province (Area One) - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.26-44 Route15%MidSouth Province (Area One) - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.26-44 Route15%MidSouth Province (Area Six) - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.26-44 Route15%MidSouth Province (Area Six) - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.26-44 Route15%MidSouth Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.26-44 Route15%MidSouth Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.26-44 Route15%MidSouth Province (Area Two) - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.26-44 Route15%MidSouth Province (Area Two) - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.26-44 Route15%MidThe Pokémon League - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.26-4415%MidThe Pokémon League - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.26-4415%MidWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.26-44 Route15%MidWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.26-44 Route15%Midor evolve from Fidough (Step 1)
Dachsbun isn't available in the wild in Legends: Z-A. Start by transferring Fidough from Scarlet. The evolution path from Fidough to Dachsbun is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Dachsbun in Legends: Z-A
- Step 1Obtain Fidough
Catch in the wild in:
Then trade to Legends: Z-A to continue the evolution chain.
- Step 2Dachsbun ✓
Dachsbun has a 477 base stat total and ranks as C-Tier: a situational pick that fills a niche. It works best as a balanced. Base 115 Defense is where it shines.
Watch for Roserade (Poison) and Ferrothorn (Steel) when using Dachsbun. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Only 2 weaknesses means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Well Baked Body immune to Fire-type moves, and Defense is sharply boosted. That's the one you want on Dachsbun. Aroma Veil is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses.
Dachsbun fills the balanced role. It's a physical attacker with base 80 Attack. Base 95 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Run Wish, Play Rough, Roar, and Bodypress on Dachsbun. Wish is the most common pick at 23% usage. This set covers the balanced role with a mix of damage and utility.
Introduced in Scarlet & Violet, Dachsbun has appeared in 2 games across 2 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SVDebut
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves