Dragapult Best Moveset
142 Speed is the highest among all pseudo-legendaries, and 120 Attack with 100 Sp. Atk on Dragon/Ghost gives mixed offensive flexibility. AbilityInfiltrator bypasses Substitute and screens. Held ItemChoice Specs with NatureTimid fires special Ghost and Dragon TermStab at pace nothing matches. The moveset outspeeds the format and hits from either side. S-Tier through raw speed.
Ghost/Dragon with 142 Speed in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). The fastest Dragon ever printed at the time. Dragon Darts, Shadow Ball, and U-turn from blinding Speed. Top tier on debut.
Best Moves
Best Build
Dragapult best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Draco Meteor
- U Turn
- Shadow Ball
- Flamethrower
Recommended Teammates
Two gens at the top in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). 142 Speed outran everything except Regieleki. Infiltrator bypassed Substitute and screens. Consistent offensive pivot across both gens.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- U Turn
- Dragon Darts
- Draco Meteor
- Shadow Ball
Recommended Teammates
Dragapult Weakness
Dragapult's Dragon/Ghost typing leaves it vulnerable to Ice, Ghost, Dragon, Dark, and Fairy. It shrugs off Normal and Fighting-type attacks completely. It resists 6 types, so it can switch into a lot of moves safely.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Ice, Ghost, Dragon, Dark, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Electric, Grass, Poison, Bug |
| 0x (Immune) | Normal, Fighting |
What is Dragapult Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Dragapult
Kilowattrel's Hurricane hits Dragapult for 41-49%. Magmortar deals 38-45% with Psychic.
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityVoltabsorb ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Dragapult View Kilowattrel builds →Volt Switch13-15% Hurricane41-49% Air Slash28-33% Thunderbolt17-20% | ||
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityCorrosion ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Dragapult View Salazzle builds →Flamethrower17-21% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemAssault Vest NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Dragapult View Magmortar builds →Thunderbolt19-22% Flamethrower19-22% Scorching Sands30-35% Psychic38-45% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityDrought ItemHeatrock NatureTimid Moves View Ninetales builds →
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C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityDrizzle ItemDamprock NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Dragapult View Pelipper builds →Hurricane30-36% U Turn6-7% | ||
Evolution
The three-stage chain from Dreepy through Drakloak ends here at Dragapult. Want more? Breed for Dreepy eggs. Plenty of partners available via two egg groups. The evolution from Dreepy pushed Dragapult to 600 total stats. HP saw the largest single gain at +60. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Dragapult
Can't catch Dragapult directly. Start with Dreepy at moderate rates from the locations below, then evolve at level 60. The 3-stage chain from Dreepy to Dragapult is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Dragapult in SV
Dreepy is your first catch on the way to Dragapult. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 20-60 across 63 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch DreepySouth Province (Area Five) - SwampLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 10%Casseroya Lake - LakeLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 8%East Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 8%Glaseado MountainLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 8%North Province (Area One) - LakeLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 8%North Province (Area Two) - LakeLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 8%South Province (Area Five) - LakeLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 8%South Province (Area Four) - LakeLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 8%South Province (Area One) - LakeLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 8%South Province (Area Six) - LakeLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 8%Tagtree Thicket - LakeLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 8%West Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 8%Asado Desert - RiverLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 3%Casseroya Lake - RiverLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 3%East Province (Area One) - RiverLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 3%East Province (Area Three) - RiverLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 3%East Province (Area Two) - RiverLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 3%Glaseado MountainLv.20-40OverworldRate 3%North Province (Area One) - RiverLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 3%North Province (Area Three) - RiverLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 3%South Paldean Sea - RiverLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 3%South Province (Area Five) - RiverLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 3%South Province (Area Four) - RiverLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 3%South Province (Area One) - RiverLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 3%South Province (Area Six) - RiverLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 3%South Province (Area Two) - RiverLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 3%Tagtree Thicket - RiverLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 3%West Province (Area One) - RiverLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 3%West Province (Area Three) - RiverLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 3%West Province (Area Two) - RiverLv.20-40OverworldVioletRate 3%The Great Crater of PaldeaLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 6%
Step 2Catch or Evolve DrakloakCasseroya Lake - LakeLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 8%East Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 8%Glaseado MountainLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 8%North Province (Area One) - LakeLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 8%North Province (Area Two) - LakeLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 8%South Province (Area Five) - LakeLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 8%South Province (Area Four) - LakeLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 8%South Province (Area One) - LakeLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 8%South Province (Area Six) - LakeLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 8%Tagtree Thicket - LakeLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 8%West Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 8%The Great Crater of PaldeaLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 6%Asado Desert - RiverLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 2%Casseroya Lake - RiverLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 2%East Province (Area One) - RiverLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 2%East Province (Area Three) - RiverLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 2%East Province (Area Two) - RiverLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 2%Glaseado MountainLv.50-60OverworldRate 2%North Province (Area One) - RiverLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 2%North Province (Area Three) - RiverLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 2%South Paldean Sea - RiverLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 2%South Province (Area Five) - RiverLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 2%South Province (Area Four) - RiverLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 2%South Province (Area One) - RiverLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 2%South Province (Area Six) - RiverLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 2%South Province (Area Two) - RiverLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 2%Tagtree Thicket - RiverLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 2%West Province (Area One) - RiverLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 2%West Province (Area Three) - RiverLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 2%West Province (Area Two) - RiverLv.50-60OverworldVioletRate 2%or evolve from Dreepy (Step 1)
Step 3Dragapult ✓BREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Dragapult egg.
Can't catch Dragapult directly. Start with Dreepy but it's a rare spawn from the locations below, then evolve at level 60. The 3-stage chain from Dreepy to Dragapult is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Dragapult in SwSh
To get Dragapult, start by catching Dreepy through walking encounters at Lv. 50-65. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch DreepyLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassRate 2%ThunderstormLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassRate 2%Heavy FogLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassRate 1%Overcast
Step 2Catch or Evolve DrakloakOld CemeteryLv.60-65OverworldRate 100%SandstormOld CemeteryLv.60-65OverworldRate 9%OvercastOld CemeteryLv.60-65OverworldRate 9%ThunderstormOld CemeteryLv.60-65OverworldRate 9%Normal WeatherOld CemeteryLv.60-65OverworldRate 9%RainingOld CemeteryLv.60-65OverworldRate 9%Intense SunOld CemeteryLv.60-65OverworldRate 9%SnowstormOld CemeteryLv.60-65OverworldRate 9%Heavy FogOld CemeteryLv.60-65OverworldRate 9%SnowingLake of OutrageLv.55-58OverworldRate 2%ThunderstormLake of OutrageLv.55-58OverworldRate 2%Heavy FogLake of OutrageLv.55-58OverworldRate 1%OvercastLake of OutrageLv.55-58OverworldRate 1%Rainingor evolve from Dreepy (Step 1)
Step 3Dragapult ✓BREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Dragapult egg.
Base Stats
Everything pushes toward mixed damage here. Dragapult's Speed does the work, Defense pays the price. But you're still getting 3 Speed EVs per KO. Tough to catch, on a slow 1.25M XP grind.
The fastest Dragapult of the group is always surrounded by Dreepy that want to fly at sonic speed.
Dragapult Guide
Dragapult works as a sweeper with 600 BST behind it. S-Tier on our list: one of the best competitive options available. That 142 base Speed does the heavy lifting.
Clear Body prevents stats from being lowered by other Pokémon. That's the one you want on Dragapult. Cursed Body is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Infiltrator works too if your team needs something different.
Dragapult is a mixed attacker with base 120 Attack and 100 Sp. Atk. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 142 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. Fits the sweeper role.
Dragapult has answers, but so do you. Priority moves (Mach Punch, Aqua Jet, Ice Shard) bypass its speed. Bulky walls that resist its STAB also shut it down.
Game Availability
Since Sword & Shield, Dragapult has been obtainable in 2 games. A Generation 8 debut means a shorter history, but Dragapult has appeared steadily across every generation since.
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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 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