Dragonair is technically a pre-evolution of Dragonite, but it can still hold its own in battle. Only weak to Ice and Dragon. Known as the Dragon Pokemon. Flexible enough to run physical or special sets.
An unusually even spread gives Dragonair flexibility. Attack barely edges ahead. But HP isn't far off. Tough to catch and follows a slow 1.25M XP grind. Yields 2 Attack stat exp.
It is called the divine POKéMON. When its entire body brightens slightly, the weather changes.
Dragonair Weakness
AvgDragonair is weak to Ice and Dragon-type moves. 4 resistances help offset the weaknesses. Just 2 weak spots to worry about, which keeps teambuilding straightforward.
- Dark and Steel types added — Fairy does not exist yet
- Moves are Physical or Special based on type, not per move
- Special stat split into Sp.Atk and Sp.Def
Partway through Dratini's chain. Dragonair still has another evolution ahead before reaching Dragonite. For breeding, takes forever to hatch with a small partner pool via two egg groups. HP has grown the most so far (+20), but there's still another 180 stats to gain in the final evolution.
How to Evolve
Breed with Dragonair to get Dratini eggs easily using 13 partners from the Dragon and Water1 egg groups. Notable egg moves include Haze, Light Screen, Mist and 1 more.
Best Build
Best Dragonair Moveset
- Extreme Speed
- Thunder Wave
- Thunder
- Fire Blast
Recommended Teammates
Egg moves make a real difference. Dragonair gets Haze and Light Screen exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Normal and Ice coverage and more rounds out the picture alongside Outrage and Dragon Breath.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Dragonair starts showing up in late-game fishing spots at decent spawn rates across 2 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Dragonair in Crystal
Dratini is your first catch on the way to Dragonair. You'll find fishing, surfing, and more encounters from Lv. 10-40 across 8 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch DratiniEFFORTLESSDragon's DenGift from NPCLv.15CommonEarlyMODERATEDragon's DenSurfing on waterLv.10-14UncommonEarlyMODERATEDragon's DenGood RodLv.20UncommonMidMODERATERoute 45Good RodLv.20UncommonMidRouteEASYDragon's DenSuper RodLv.40CommonLateEASYRoute 45Super RodLv.40CommonLateRoute
Step 2Dragonair ✓MODERATEDragon's DenSuper RodLv.40UncommonLateMODERATERoute 45Super RodLv.40UncommonLateRouteor evolve from Dratini (Step 1)
Dragonair is meant to evolve into Dragonite. At 420 BST, the stats aren't there for competitive play yet. Pre-evolution Pokemon rarely hold up against fully evolved threats.
Base 70 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Dragonair is a special attacker with base 70 Sp. Atk.
Dragonair appears in 21 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
One of the original 151, Dragonair has appeared in 21 games — nearly every mainline game. From Red & Blue through the latest titles, it's rarely been left out of a regional Pokedex.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRBDebut
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 VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
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