Dewpider Best Moveset
Water/Bug at 40 Attack and 72 Sp. Def with AbilityWater Bubble doubling Water damage and halving Fire damage. The doubled Water damage is remarkable for a pre-evolution, but 40 Attack means the base number being doubled is still low. Evolve to Araquanid for 70 Attack and Water Bubble that makes it hit like 140.
Dewpider saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). This was Dewpider's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Waterbubble with Eviolite, favoring a Careful nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Dewpider best EVs are Sp. Def and HP
Wall Moveset
- Sticky Web
- Magic Coat
- Toxic
- Liquidation
Recommended Teammates
Dewpider saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Dewpider maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Waterbubble with Eviolite, favoring a Modest nature.
Utility Moveset
- Scald
- Giga Drain
- Liquidation
- Blizzard
Recommended Teammates
Dewpider saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Dewpider maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Waterabsorb with Custapberry, favoring a Careful nature.
Hazard Setter Moveset
- Endeavor
- Sticky Web
- Endure
- Pounce
Recommended Teammates
Dewpider Weakness
Dewpider's Water/Bug typing leaves it vulnerable to Electric, Flying, and Rock. 5 resistances help offset the weaknesses. Water Absorb grants an additional Water immunity, reshaping the matchup chart.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Flying, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Water, Ice, Fighting, Ground, Steel |
What is Dewpider Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Dewpider
Regieleki's Volt Switch hits Dewpider for 61-72%. Staraptor threatens a KO with Double-Edge (112-132%). Rhyperior's Stone Edge also KOs at 229-270%.
 Regieleki Electric | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityTransistor ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Dewpider View Regieleki builds →Volt Switch 2x61-72% Rapid Spin20-23% Rapid Spin20-23% Volt Switch 2x61-72% | ||
 Staraptor Normal | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityReckless ItemChoice Scarf NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Dewpider View Staraptor builds →Close Combat37-44% U Turn44-52% Double Edge112-132%KO | ||
 Rhyperior GroundRock | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySolidrock ItemAssault Vest NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Dewpider View Rhyperior builds →Earthquake57-67% Stone Edge 2x229-270%KO | ||
Evolution
One evolution ahead. Dewpider grows into Araquanid through a straightforward two-stage chain. Plenty of partners for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are quick to hatch. The evolved forms gain up to 185 total stats over Dewpider. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Dewpider
A handful of locations for Dewpider with moderate rates across endgame routes. The sort toggle below swaps between best odds and earliest access, so you can approach it based on where you are in the game.
Where To Catch Dewpider in SV
To get Dewpider, start by catching Dewpider through walking encounters at Lv. 50-80. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Dewpider ✓Coastal BiomeLv.50-80OverworldSavanna BiomeLv.50-80Overworld
high spawn rates in mid-game routes across 40 locations. Dewpider's one of the easier catches on the list. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Dewpider in SwSh
Dewpider is your first catch on the way to Dewpider. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 16-65 across 66 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Dewpider ✓Stony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 50%ThunderstormStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldRate 45%RainingStony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 45%ThunderstormStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldRate 35%ThunderstormStony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldRate 35%RainingStony WildernessLv.28-30OverworldRate 30%ThunderstormStony WildernessLv.28-30OverworldRate 30%RainingRoute 5Lv.16-18GrassRate 5%All WeatherMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28OverworldSwordRate 5%RainingMotostoke RiverbankLv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%RainingFrigid SeaLv.60-65GrassRate 25%RainingGiant's FootLv.60-65GrassRate 25%RainingThree-Point PassLv.60-65GrassRate 25%RainingFrigid SeaLv.60-65GrassRate 20%ThunderstormGiant's BedLv.60-65GrassRate 20%RainingGiant's FootLv.60-65GrassRate 20%ThunderstormThree-Point PassLv.60-65GrassRate 20%ThunderstormBallimere LakeLv.60-65GrassRate 19%RainingBallimere LakeLv.60-65GrassRate 19%ThunderstormGiant's BedLv.60-65GrassRate 18%ThunderstormOld CemeteryLv.60-65GrassRate 18%RainingOld CemeteryLv.60-65GrassRate 15%Thunderstorm
Step 2Catch or Evolve into AraquanidFrigid SeaLv.60-65OverworldRate 30%RainingGiant's BedLv.60-65OverworldRate 30%RainingThree-Point PassLv.60-65OverworldRate 30%RainingLake of OutrageLv.55-58OverworldRate 25%RainingGiant's FootLv.60-65OverworldRate 25%RainingBallimere LakeLv.60-65OverworldRate 20%RainingFrigid SeaLv.60-65OverworldRate 20%ThunderstormOld CemeteryLv.60-65OverworldRate 20%RainingBallimere LakeLv.60-65OverworldRate 15%ThunderstormGiant's FootLv.60-65OverworldRate 15%ThunderstormGiant's BedLv.60-65OverworldRate 10%ThunderstormOld CemeteryLv.60-65OverworldRate 10%ThunderstormThree-Point PassLv.60-65OverworldRate 10%Thunderstormor evolve from Dewpider (Step 1)
Dewpider is available from early-game water routes onward at high spawn rates. 8 encounter spots give you plenty of options. Grab one early and it'll be ready to evolve or train by mid-game.
Where To Catch Dewpider in USUM
Dewpider is your first catch on the way to Dewpider. You'll find walking, surfing, and more encounters from Lv. 14-28 across 11 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Dewpider ✓Brooklet Hill - NorthLv.14-17Surfing on waterRate 40%DayBrooklet Hill - SouthLv.14-17Surfing on waterRate 40%DayBrooklet Hill - NorthLv.14-17GrassRate 20%DayBrooklet Hill - SouthLv.14-17GrassRate 20%Day
Step 2Catch or Evolve into AraquanidMalie GardenLv.25-28GrassRate 20%DayHeahea BeachLv.25Gift from NPCUltra MoonTotem gift (40 stickers)or evolve from Dewpider (Step 1)
Dewpider's scattered across 8 spots in early-game water routes with high spawn rates. Check the list below for the closest location to wherever you are in the game. This one's quick.
Where To Catch Dewpider in SM
The path to Dewpider starts with Dewpider at Lv. 14-27 via walking and surfing encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
- Step 1Dewpider ✓Brooklet Hill - NorthLv.14-17Surfing on waterRate 40%DayBrooklet Hill - SouthLv.14-17Surfing on waterRate 40%DayBrooklet Hill - SouthLv.14-17GrassRate 20%DayBrooklet Hill - NorthLv.14-17GrassRate 10%Day
- Step 2Catch or Evolve into AraquanidMalie GardenLv.24-27GrassRate 20%Dayor evolve from Dewpider (Step 1)
Base Stats
Sp. Def and Defense carry most of Dewpider's stat budget. Speed's the obvious dump stat. Easy to catch and yields 1 Sp. Def EV. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
Dewpider normally lives underwater. When it comes onto land in search of food, it takes water with it in the form of a bubble on its head.
Dewpider Guide
You can run Dewpider through the first few routes without issues. 269 BST won't carry you far though. Get it to Araquanid as fast as you can.
Game Availability
Dewpider joined the series in Sun & Moon and has been available in 4 titles so far. With 4 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
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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 7SMDebut
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
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