What separates Dragalge from the pack is Adaptability — it boosts same-type moves from 1.5x to 2x damage. Combine that with Poison/Dragon typing and it works well under Trick Room. Introduced in Gen 6.
Bulk defines Dragalge's stat line. Sp. Def and Sp. Atk anchor the defensive side, but Speed can't keep up offensively. Tough to catch and worth 2 Sp. Def EVs.
Using a liquid poison, Dragalge indiscriminately attacks anything that wanders into its territory. This poison can corrode the undersides of boats.
Since Finizen is the better swimmer, Dragalge will approach it under the cover of seaweed, then immobilize it with a poisonous attack.
Dragalge Weakness
AvgDragalge's Poison/Dragon typing leaves it vulnerable to Ice, Ground, Psychic, and Dragon moves. With 7 resistances, the defensive profile is strong. Dragalge's special bulk (base 123 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
Evolved from Skrelp. Dragalge is the final form in this two-stage line. Plenty of partners for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. Sp.Def grew the most through evolution (+63 over Skrelp), and Dragalge peaks at 494 total stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Dragalge to get Skrelp eggs easily using 65 partners from the Dragon and Water1 egg groups. Notable egg moves include Acid Armor, Dragon Tail, Haze and 1 more.
Flip Turn keeps your team's momentum going. Dragalge doesn't need to stay in long, Dragalgite provides extra utility and max HP and Sp. Atk EVs make every visit count. Draco Meteor threatens on the way out. Poison Point adds passive value.
Best Build
Best Dragalge Moveset
- Draco Meteor
- Flip Turn
- Sludge Wave
- Sludge Bomb
Recommended Teammates
You'll want to breed for Acid Armor and Dragon Tail on Dragalge. These egg moves aren't just nice to have. Combined with STAB from Draco Meteor and Outrage, they expand what Dragalge can actually threaten in practice.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
A solid number of locations for Dragalge 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 Dragalge in Scarlet & Violet
To get Dragalge, start by catching Skrelp through walking encounters at Lv. 34-65. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch SkrelpEFFORTLESSCasseroya Lake - OceanOverworldLv.34-5236%LateWaterEFFORTLESSEast Paldean Sea - OceanOverworldLv.34-5236%LateWaterEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area One) - OceanOverworldLv.34-5236%LateRouteEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area Three) - OceanOverworldLv.34-5236%LateRouteEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area Two) - OceanOverworldLv.34-5236%LateRouteEFFORTLESSGlaseado MountainOverworldLv.34-5236%LateCaveEFFORTLESSNorth Paldean Sea - OceanOverworldLv.34-5236%LateWaterEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area One) - OceanOverworldLv.34-5236%LateRouteEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area Three) - OceanOverworldLv.34-5236%LateRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Paldean Sea - OceanOverworldLv.34-5236%LateWaterEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Five) - OceanOverworldLv.34-5236%LateRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Four) - OceanOverworldLv.34-5236%LateRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area One) - OceanOverworldLv.34-5236%LateRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Six) - OceanOverworldLv.34-5236%LateRouteEFFORTLESSWest Paldean Sea - OceanOverworldLv.34-5236%LateWaterEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area One) - OceanOverworldLv.34-5236%LateRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Two) - OceanOverworldLv.34-5236%LateRoute
Step 2Dragalge ✓MODERATECasseroya Lake - OceanOverworldLv.48-658%PostWaterMODERATEEast Paldean Sea - OceanOverworldLv.48-658%PostWaterMODERATEEast Province (Area One) - OceanOverworldLv.48-658%PostRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area Three) - OceanOverworldLv.48-658%PostRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area Two) - OceanOverworldLv.48-658%PostRouteMODERATEGlaseado MountainOverworldLv.48-658%PostCaveMODERATENorth Paldean Sea - OceanOverworldLv.48-658%PostWaterMODERATENorth Province (Area One) - OceanOverworldLv.48-658%PostRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Three) - OceanOverworldLv.48-658%PostRouteMODERATESouth Paldean Sea - OceanOverworldLv.48-658%PostWaterMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - OceanOverworldLv.48-658%PostRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Four) - OceanOverworldLv.48-658%PostRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area One) - OceanOverworldLv.48-658%PostRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Six) - OceanOverworldLv.48-658%PostRouteMODERATEWest Paldean Sea - OceanOverworldLv.48-658%PostWaterMODERATEWest Province (Area One) - OceanOverworldLv.48-658%PostRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area Two) - OceanOverworldLv.48-658%PostRouteor evolve from Skrelp (Step 1)
Adaptability changes the entire equation for Dragalge. The 494 BST doesn't tell the full story. Ranked C-Tier.
Skrelp evolves into Dragalge at level 48. Dragalge is the fully evolved form. At 494 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Adaptability is what you want on Dragalge. Every competitive set worth running is built with that ability in mind. The alternatives (Poison Point, Poison Touch) work on paper but Adaptability is what makes Dragalge worth using.
Base 44 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. On offense, Dragalge is a special attacker with base 97 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Dragalge appears in 7 games, including X & Y, Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, and Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Since debuting in X & Y, Dragalge has appeared in 7 titles over 4 generations. Along the way, it received a Mega form in Generation 6, keeping it relevant across different competitive metas.
- 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 VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXYDebut
X & Y - Gen VIORASMega
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