Dottler Best Moveset
Bug/Psychic middle evolution with 80 Defense and 90 Sp. Def for unexpected bulk. 50 Sp. Atk at 30 Speed gives the moveset nothing offensively. AbilityCompound Eyes boosts accuracy. One evolution from Orbeetle for usable Sp. Def and 90 Speed.
Dottler saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). This was Dottler's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Compoundeyes with Eviolite, favoring a Bold nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Dottler best EVs are Defense and HP
Wall Moveset
- Recover
- Calm Mind
- Sticky Web
- Psychic
Recommended Teammates
Dottler Weakness
Fire, Flying, Bug, Rock, Ghost, and Dark moves hit Dottler for super-effective damage. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Flying, Bug, Rock, Ghost, Dark |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Grass, Ground, Psychic |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Fighting |
What is Dottler Weak Against
FragileBest Pokemon Against Dottler
Scizor's U-turn hits Dottler for 79-93%. Charizard's Flamethrower hits Dottler for 82-97%.
 Scizor BugSteel | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityTechnician ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Dottler View Scizor builds →Bullet Punch22-27% Knock Off 2x49-58% U Turn 2x79-93% Close Combat11-13% | ||
 Charizard Fire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySolarpower ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Dottler View Charizard builds →Flamethrower 2x82-97% Air Slash 2x69-81% Scorching Sands11-13% | ||
 Salamence Dragon | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMoxie ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Dottler View Salamence builds →Earthquake13-15% | ||
 Tyranitar RockDark | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySand Stream ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Dottler View Tyranitar builds →Knock Off 2x74-88% Stone Edge 2x115-135%KO | ||
 Gengar GhostPoison | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityCursedbody ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Dottler View Gengar builds →Shadow Ball 2x55-65% Sludge Bomb31-37% | ||
Evolution
Dottler is the middle stage between Blipbug and Orbeetle. It's a three-stage line with one more evolution to go. For breeding, quick to hatch with plenty of partners via one egg group. So far, Defense got the biggest boost (+60 from Blipbug). The final form adds another 170 stats on top. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Dottler to get Blipbug eggs easily using 91 partners from the Bug egg group.
How to Get Dottler
Dottler is available from mid-game routes onward at high spawn rates. 46 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 Dottler in SwSh
Blipbug is your first catch on the way to Dottler. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 2-52 across 166 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch BlipbugRoute 2Lv.4-6GrassRate 40%All WeatherRoute 1Lv.2-5GrassRate 30%All WeatherChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%SnowingChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%SnowstormChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%ThunderstormChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%Normal WeatherChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%Heavy FogChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%RainingChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%Intense SunChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%OvercastChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%SandstormFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%RainingFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%SnowingFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%Intense SunFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%Normal WeatherFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%OvercastFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%SandstormFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%SnowstormFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%ThunderstormFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%Heavy FogSlumbering Weald - Low LevelLv.2-3OverworldRate 20%All WeatherSlumbering WealdLv.2-3GrassRate 10%All WeatherGiant's Cap - 2Lv.28-30OverworldRate 35%Normal WeatherGiant's Cap - 3Lv.29-32OverworldRate 35%Normal WeatherTraining LowlandsLv.16-21GrassRate 30%Intense SunTraining LowlandsLv.16-21GrassRate 30%Normal WeatherTraining LowlandsLv.16-21GrassRate 30%OvercastTraining LowlandsLv.16-21GrassRate 30%RainingTraining LowlandsLv.16-21GrassRate 30%SandstormTraining LowlandsLv.16-21GrassRate 30%ThunderstormTraining LowlandsLv.16-21GrassRate 30%SnowstormTraining LowlandsLv.16-21GrassRate 30%Heavy FogTraining LowlandsLv.16-21GrassRate 30%SnowingChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 30%SandstormChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 30%Intense SunChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 30%ThunderstormChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 30%SnowstormChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 30%OvercastChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 30%Heavy FogChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 30%SnowingChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 30%Normal WeatherChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 30%RainingLoop LagoonLv.19-24GrassRate 30%Intense SunLoop LagoonLv.19-24GrassRate 30%Normal WeatherLoop LagoonLv.19-24GrassRate 30%OvercastLoop LagoonLv.19-24GrassRate 30%RainingLoop LagoonLv.19-24GrassRate 30%SandstormLoop LagoonLv.19-24GrassRate 30%ThunderstormLoop LagoonLv.19-24GrassRate 30%SnowstormLoop LagoonLv.19-24GrassRate 30%Heavy FogLoop LagoonLv.19-24GrassRate 30%SnowingRoute 2 - High LevelLv.40-43OverworldRate 30%All WeatherHoneycalm IslandLv.43-48GrassRate 30%All WeatherInsular SeaLv.43-48GrassRate 30%All WeatherStepping-Stone SeaLv.43-48GrassRate 30%All WeatherWorkout SeaLv.43-48GrassRate 30%All WeatherRoute 2 - High LevelLv.37-40GrassRate 10%All Weather
Step 2Dottler ✓Giant's Cap - 2Lv.28-30OverworldRate 50%ThunderstormGiant's Cap - 2Lv.28-30OverworldRate 50%Normal WeatherGiant's Cap - 2Lv.28-30OverworldRate 50%RainingGiant's Cap - 2Lv.28-30OverworldRate 50%OvercastGiant's Cap - 2Lv.28-30OverworldRate 35%SnowingGiant's Cap - 2Lv.28-30OverworldRate 35%SnowstormGiant's Cap - 2Lv.28-30OverworldRate 35%Heavy FogGiant's Cap - 2Lv.28-30OverworldRate 35%Intense SunGiant's Cap - 2Lv.28-30OverworldRate 35%SandstormGiant's CapLv.26-28GrassRate 30%Heavy FogStony WildernessLv.26-28GrassRate 30%Heavy FogGiant's CapLv.27-29GrassRate 30%Normal WeatherGiant's CapLv.27-29GrassRate 30%OvercastRoute 5Lv.16-18GrassRate 26%All WeatherGiant's CapLv.26-28GrassRate 20%RainingGiant's MirrorLv.26-28GrassRate 20%SandstormGiant's MirrorLv.27-29GrassRate 20%Normal WeatherGiant's CapLv.26-28GrassRate 10%SnowingGiant's CapLv.26-28GrassRate 10%SnowstormGiant's CapLv.26-28GrassRate 10%ThunderstormGiant's CapLv.26-28GrassRate 10%SandstormGiant's MirrorLv.26-28GrassRate 10%RainingGiant's MirrorLv.27-29GrassRate 10%Overcastor evolve from Blipbug (Step 1)
Step 3Catch or Evolve into OrbeetleSlumbering WealdLv.45-47GrassRate 15%All WeatherSlumbering Weald - High LevelLv.45-47OverworldRate 15%All WeatherLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassRate 13%Normal Weatheror evolve from Dottler (Step 2)
Base Stats
Dottler's spread isn't flashy. Sp. Def leads, Speed trails, 2 stats clear the bar. Common in the wild and worth 2 Sp. Def EVs, on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
As it grows inside its shell, it uses its psychic abilities to monitor the outside world and prepare for evolution.
Dottler Guide
Dottler does the job early-game if you need a Bug/Psychic type on your team. Evolve it into Orbeetle before the later gyms and it holds up fine through the story.
Game Availability
Introduced in Sword & Shield, Dottler has appeared in 1 games across 3 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- 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 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwShDebut
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves