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 plenty of partners 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
Best Build
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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.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
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 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 mixed attacker — base 75 Attack and 83 Sp. Atk.
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