Dewott sits in the middle of its evolution line — stronger than Oshawott but not yet at full power. Most trainers push through to Samurott as fast as possible. Only weak to Electric and Grass. Known as the Discipline Pokemon.
An unusually even spread gives Dewott flexibility. Sp. Atk barely edges ahead. But Defense isn't far off. Tough to catch and follows a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve. Yields 2 Sp. Atk EVs.
Its exquisite double-scalchop technique is likely the result of daily training, and it can send even masters of the blade fleeing in defeat.
Dewott Weakness
GoodType-wise, Dewott takes extra damage from Electric and Grass. 4 resistances help offset the weaknesses. Just 2 weak spots to worry about, which keeps teambuilding straightforward.
Partway through Oshawott's chain. Dewott still has another evolution ahead before reaching Samurott. For breeding, average hatch time with a massive partner pool via one egg group. HP has grown the most so far (+20), but there's still another 115 stats to gain in the final evolution.
How to Evolve
Breed with Dewott to get Oshawott eggs using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
Eviolite makes Dewott bulkier than you'd expect from something that still evolves. HP-heavy investment EVs with Impish nature handle the stat profile. Utility options keeps it from being passive.
Best Build
Best Dewott Moveset
- Knock Off
- Taunt
- Aqua Jet
- Flip Turn
Recommended Teammates
TMs carry this one. Dewott learns Hydro Pump and Aqua Tail naturally for STAB, but the offensive range comes almost entirely from technical machines. Normal and Bug and beyond give it real matchup play.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
A solid spread overall. Dewott gets Hydro Pump and Aqua Tail for same-type damage alongside Normal and Flying coverage and more. It won't blow anyone away, but it doesn't leave you stuck either.
Breeding's the move. Air Slash and Assurance give Dewott options it can't learn any other way, and coverage across 9 types already covers a decent range on top of Hydro Pump and Aqua Tail. The egg moves push it further.
Breeding's the move. Air Slash and Assurance give Dewott options it can't learn any other way, and coverage across 8 types already covers a decent range on top of Hydro Pump and Aqua Tail. The egg moves push it further.
No wild encounters for Dewott in Scarlet & Violet. Bring Oshawott over from Black, Black 2, or Legends: Arceus, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Dewott in Scarlet & Violet
Step 1Obtain OshawottAlso found in:
Step 2Dewott ✓
Dewott appears at decent spawn rates across 1 spots in mid-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Dewott in Legends: Arceus
Oshawott is your first catch on the way to Dewott. You'll find walking and gift encounters from Lv. 5+ across 3 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch OshawottMODERATEJubilife VillageGift from NPCLv.5LimitedEarlyCityStarter choiceEASYSpace-Time Distortion - Alabaster IcelandsGrassUncommonDistortionPost-game
Step 2Dewott ✓EASYSpace-Time Distortion - Alabaster IcelandsGrassUncommonDistortionPost-gameor evolve from Oshawott (Step 1)
Dewott isn't available in the wild in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Start by transferring Oshawott from Black, Black 2, or Legends: Arceus. The evolution path from Oshawott to Dewott is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Dewott in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Step 1Obtain OshawottAlso found in:
Step 2Dewott ✓
Dewott can't be caught in Sun & Moon. Transfer Oshawott from Black, Black 2, or Legends: Arceus and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Dewott in Sun & Moon
- Step 1Obtain Oshawott
Also found in:
- Step 2Dewott ✓
Dewott is meant to evolve into Samurott. At 413 BST, the stats aren't there for competitive play yet. Pre-evolution Pokemon rarely hold up against fully evolved threats.
Oshawott evolves into Dewott at level 17. Dewott can evolve into Samurott and Hisuian Samurott depending on the method. Dewott is a middle-stage evolution in the Oshawott line.
Torrent is the go-to ability for Dewott. It strengthens water moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less. Its hidden ability Shell Armor can work in specific setups.
At base 60 Speed, it won't be moving first often. On offense, Dewott is a physical attacker with base 75 Attack.
Dewott appears in 8 games, including Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, and X & Y.
Dewott joined the series in Black & White and has been available in 8 titles so far. With 5 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
- 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 VBWDebut
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 IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A