The stat budget goes to damage. Attack and Speed carry the offense, HP doesn't even come close. A Triple Bird Pokemon on a medium-fast 1M XP curve, worth 2 Attack EVs per KO.
When Doduo evolves into this odd breed, one of its heads splits into two. This Pokémon runs at nearly 40 mph.
When Doduo evolves into this odd breed, one of its heads splits into two. This Pokémon runs at nearly 40 mph.
Electric, Ice, and Rock moves hit Dodrio for super-effective damage. The upside? Ground and Ghost-type moves can't touch it at all. At base 110 Speed, Dodrio outspeeds most threats and doesn't need to tank what it can outrun.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Ice, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Grass, Bug |
| 0x (Immune) | Ground, Ghost |
Raging Bolt can KO Dodrio with Thunderbolt (175-206%). Chien-Pao's Ice Shard hits Dodrio for 71-84%. Glimmet's Power Gem also KOs at 112-132%.
 Raging Bolt ElectricDragon | S | |
Recommended Build AbilityProtosynthesis ItemAssault Vest NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Dodrio View Raging Bolt builds →Thunderclap 2x136-160%KO Dragon Pulse82-97% Thunderbolt 2x175-206%KO | ||
 Chien-Pao DarkIce | S | |
Recommended Build AbilitySwordofruin ItemFocus Sash NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Dodrio View Chien-Pao builds →Sucker Punch61-72% Ice Shard 2x71-84% | ||
 Glimmet RockPoison | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityToxicdebris ItemEviolite NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Dodrio View Glimmet builds →Power Gem 2x112-132%KO Sludge Bomb63-74% | ||
 Raikou Electric | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Dodrio View Raikou builds →Scald46-54% Thunderbolt 2x156-184%KO Volt Switch 2x122-144%KO | ||
 Weavile DarkIce | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Dodrio View Weavile builds →Knock Off52-61% Ice Shard 2x64-76% | ||
Evolved from Doduo. Dodrio is the final form in this two-stage line. Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. Speed grew the most through evolution (+35 over Doduo), and Dodrio peaks at 470 total stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Dodrio to get Doduo eggs easily using 73 partners from the Flying egg group.
One boost from Swords Dance and Dodrio gets dangerous fast. The Jolly nature targets max Attack and Speed, and Tangledfeet backs the whole approach. Bravebird and the remaining moves handle most of what's left standing.
Best Build
Dodrio best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Brave Bird
- Swords Dance
- Knock Off
- Drill Run
Recommended Teammates
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Drill Run
- Brave Bird
- Knock Off
- Thrash
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Brave Bird
- Knock Off
- Tailwind
- Drill Run
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Swords Dance
- Jump Kick
- Brave Bird
- Steel Wing
Recommended Teammates
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Doubles Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Drill Peck
- Brave Bird
- Mirror Move
- Thrash
Recommended Teammates
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Knock Off
- Stomping Tantrum
- Thrash
- Mirror Move
Moves
Level-up moves are just the starting point for Dodrio. TMs unlock Ground and Dark coverage and more and turn a straightforward STAB kit around Giga Impact and Hyper Beam into something with actual range.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Without breeding, Dodrio misses out on Assurance and Brave Bird. That's 7 egg moves adding depth that the base kit lacks. STAB comes from Giga Impact and Hyper Beam, with Bug and Dark coverage rounding things out.
Leveling does the heavy lifting. Dodrio picks up Jump Kick and Thrash along the way, building toward a complete offensive set. TMs add Fighting coverage, but the foundation's already strong by then.
Without breeding, Dodrio misses out on Assurance and Brave Bird. That's 10 egg moves adding depth that the base kit lacks. STAB comes from Giga Impact and Hyper Beam, with Dark and Fighting coverage and more rounding things out.
Dodrio can't be caught in Scarlet & Violet. Transfer Doduo from Red, Yellow, or Platinum and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
Dodrio doesn't appear wild. Catch Doduo instead, it shows up at solid rates. Evolve it at level 31 to get Dodrio. The 2-stage line is mapped in the step cards below.
How to Obtain Dodrio in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
To get Dodrio, start by catching Doduo through walking encounters at Lv. 2-63. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch DoduoRoute 201Brilliant DiamondGrass Lv.2 Route40%EarlySwarm activeRoute 201Shining PearlGrass Lv.2 Route40%EarlySwarm activeGrassland CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameGrassland CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameSpacious CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameSpacious CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameSunlit CavernShining PearlGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-gameSunlit CavernBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.58-63 CavePostPost-game
Step 2Dodrio ✓
6 encounter spots for Dodrio at moderate rates starting from late-game routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Where To Catch Dodrio in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
To get Dodrio, start by catching Doduo through walking encounters at Lv. 31-38. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch DoduoRoute 16Let's Go EeveeGrass Lv.31-36 Route25%LateRoute 16Let's Go PikachuGrass Lv.31-36 Route25%LateRoute 17Let's Go EeveeGrass Lv.33-38 Route20%LateRoute 17Let's Go PikachuGrass Lv.33-38 Route20%LateRoute 18Let's Go PikachuGrass Lv.33-38 Route20%LateRoute 18Let's Go EeveeGrass Lv.33-38 Route20%Late
Step 2Dodrio ✓Route 18Let's Go PikachuGrass Lv.33-38 Route10%LateRoute 18Let's Go EeveeGrass Lv.33-38 Route10%LateRoute 16Let's Go EeveeGrass Lv.31-36 Route5%LateRoute 16Let's Go PikachuGrass Lv.31-36 Route5%LateRoute 17Let's Go EeveeGrass Lv.33-38 Route5%LateRoute 17Let's Go PikachuGrass Lv.33-38 Route5%Lateor evolve from Doduo (Step 1)
No wild encounters for Dodrio in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Bring Doduo over from Red, Yellow, or Platinum, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
We rate Dodrio B-Tier: a solid choice for the right team. At 470 BST, it fits the sweeper role. Base 110 Attack stands out.
Watch for Raikou (Electric), Lapras (Ice), and Aerodactyl (Rock) when using Dodrio. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Dodrio's base 110 Speed lets it outpace many threats and strike first, which matters more than trying to tank hits.
Run Away ensures success fleeing from wild battles. That's the one you want on Dodrio. Tangled Feet is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Early Bird works too if your team needs something different.
Base 110 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. On offense, Dodrio is a physical attacker with base 110 Attack. Best used as a sweeper.
Run Bravebird, Swords Dance, Knock Off, and Drillrun on Dodrio. Bravebird is the most common pick at 18% usage. This set covers the sweeper role with a mix of damage and utility.
One of the original 151, Dodrio has appeared in 19 games — most mainline games. From Red & Blue through the latest titles, it's rarely been left out of a regional Pokedex.
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- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RBDebut
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 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves