Dachsbun's Fairy typing gives it an immunity to Dragon. Only 2 weaknesses on top of that — it has plenty of safe switch-in opportunities. Sits at a decent but contested Speed tier. Known as the Dog Pokemon.
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 Weakness
GoodDachsbun's Fairy typing leaves it vulnerable to Poison and Steel moves. 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.
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.
How to Evolve
Breed with Dachsbun to get Fidough eggs easily using 195 partners from the Ground and Mineral egg groups. Notable egg moves include Copycat, Howl, Sweet Scent and 2 more.
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
Best Dachsbun Moveset
- Wish
- Play Rough
- Roar
- Body Press
Recommended Teammates
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
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 FidoughEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.5-1236%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.5-1236%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area One) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.5-1236%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area One) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.5-1236%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Six) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.5-1236%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Six) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.5-1236%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.5-1236%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.5-1236%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Two) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.5-1236%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Two) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.5-1236%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSThe Pokémon League - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.5-1236%EarlyEFFORTLESSThe Pokémon League - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.5-1236%EarlyEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.5-1236%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.5-1236%EarlyRoute- Step 2Dachsbun ✓EASYEast Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.26-4415%MidRouteEASYEast Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.26-4415%MidRouteEASYSouth Province (Area One) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.26-4415%MidRouteEASYSouth Province (Area One) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.26-4415%MidRouteEASYSouth Province (Area Six) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.26-4415%MidRouteEASYSouth Province (Area Six) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.26-4415%MidRouteEASYSouth Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.26-4415%MidRouteEASYSouth Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.26-4415%MidRouteEASYSouth Province (Area Two) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.26-4415%MidRouteEASYSouth Province (Area Two) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.26-4415%MidRouteEASYThe Pokémon League - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.26-4415%MidEASYThe Pokémon League - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.26-4415%MidEASYWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.26-4415%MidRouteEASYWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.26-4415%MidRouteor evolve from Fidough (Step 1)
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.
Fidough evolves into Dachsbun at level 26. Dachsbun is the fully evolved form. It sits at 477 BST in its evolved form.
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.
Dachsbun can be found in Legends: Z-A and Scarlet & Violet.
Introduced in Scarlet & Violet, Dachsbun has appeared in 2 games across 1 generation. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSVDebut
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A