Is Dragonite Good in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Playthrough?
600 BST Dragon/Flying powerhouse. If you manage to evolve Dratini before the E4, Dragonite dominates everything it doesn't have an Ice weakness against. Late Poni availability and the level 55 evolution make it more of a postgame payoff than a story carry, though.
Dratini trades roughly evenly with Ilima's team.
Dratini trades roughly evenly with Hala's team.
Dratini trades roughly evenly with Lana's team.
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Dratini trades roughly evenly with Kiawe's team.
Dratini trades roughly evenly with Mallow's team.
Dratini has the type edge here and should clean up Olivia's team.
Sophocles's Pokemon outpace and outclass Dratini here.
Acerola's team hits Dratini's weaknesses hard.
Dratini trades roughly evenly with Nanu's team.
Mina's team hits Dratini's weaknesses hard.
Dratini trades roughly evenly with Hapu's team.
Dragonite trades roughly evenly with Molayne's team.
Dragonite has the type edge here and should clean up Olivia's team.
Dragonite has the type edge here and should clean up Acerola's team.
Dragonite has the type edge here and should clean up Kahili's team.
Dragonite has the type edge here and should clean up Kukui's team.
Catch Dragonite on Poni Gauntlet (Super Rod fishing, Lv 10-61). Alternate S.O.S. encounters; UNCOMMON; Called by Dratini.
How to Get Dragonite in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Dragonite starts showing up in early-game fishing spots at moderate rates across 4 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Dragonite in USUM
Dratini is your first catch on the way to Dragonite. You'll find fishing encounters from Lv. 10-66 across 20 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch DratiniPoni GauntletLv.10-66Super RodRate 10%Shaking spotPoni MeadowLv.10-62Super RodRate 10%Shaking spotPoni GauntletLv.10-61Super RodRate 1%Poni MeadowLv.10-57Super RodRate 1%
Step 2Catch or Evolve DragonairPoni GauntletLv.10-61Super RodSOS from DratiniPoni GauntletLv.10-66Super RodSOS from DratiniPoni MeadowLv.10-62Super RodSOS from DratiniPoni MeadowLv.10-57Super RodSOS from Dratinior evolve from Dratini (Step 1)
Step 3Dragonite ✓Poni GauntletLv.10-61Super RodSOS from DratiniPoni GauntletLv.10-66Super RodSOS from Dratinior evolve from Dragonair (Step 2)
Dragonite Weakness
Ice, Rock, Dragon, and Fairy moves hit Dragonite for super-effective damage. Ice hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. The upside? Ground-type moves can't touch it at all. The Dragon/Flying typing picks up 5 resistances to work with. Dragonite's overall bulk (91/95/100) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Ice |
| 2x (Weak) | Rock, Dragon, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Fighting, Bug |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Grass |
| 0x (Immune) | Ground |
What is Dragonite Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Dragonite
 Glaceon Ice | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Eevee (Paniola Ranch Gift) | ||
 Jynx IcePsychic | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Jynx builds →Frost Breath 4x97-115%KO Draining Kiss 2x28-33% | ||
 Carbink RockFairy | C | |
 Salamence Dragon | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Salamence builds →Dragon Tail 2x58-69% Rock Tomb 2x38-46% | ||
 Sudowoodo Rock | C | |
Glaceon Ice | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Eevee (Paniola Ranch Gift) | ||
Jynx IcePsychic | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Jynx builds →Frost Breath 4x106-125%KO Draining Kiss 2x31-36% | ||
Carbink RockFairy | C | |
Salamence Dragon | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Salamence builds →Dragon Tail 2x60-71% Rock Tomb 2x39-47% | ||
Sudowoodo Rock | C | |
Glaceon Ice | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Eevee (Paniola Ranch Gift) | ||
Jynx IcePsychic | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Jynx builds →Frost Breath 4x95-113%KO Draining Kiss 2x27-33% | ||
Carbink RockFairy | C | |
 Amaura RockIce | D | |
Obtain MethodRoute 8 Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Amaura builds →Aurora Beam 4x72-85% Rock Tomb 2x33-39% | ||
Salamence Dragon | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Salamence builds →Dragon Tail 2x56-67% Rock Tomb 2x38-45% | ||
Glaceon Ice | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Eevee (Paniola Ranch Gift) | ||
 Probopass RockSteel | C | |
Jynx IcePsychic | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Jynx builds →Frost Breath 4x99-118%KO Draining Kiss 2x28-33% | ||
 Lycanroc Rock | C | |
Amaura RockIce | D | |
Obtain MethodRoute 8 Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Amaura builds →Aurora Beam 4x73-87% Ancient Power 2x34-40% | ||
Glaceon Ice | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Eevee (Paniola Ranch Gift) | ||
 Primarina WaterFairy | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Primarina builds →Ice Beam 4x105-124%KO Disarming Voice 2x36-43% | ||
Jynx IcePsychic | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Jynx builds →Ice Beam 4x145-171%KO Draining Kiss 2x29-34% | ||
 Mamoswine IceGround | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Mamoswine builds →Ice Fang 4x119-141%KO Rock Tomb 2x37-44% | ||
 Clefable Fairy | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Clefable builds →Ice Beam 4x82-97% Disarming Voice 2x29-35% | ||
Glaceon Ice | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Eevee (Paniola Ranch Gift) | ||
Primarina WaterFairy | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Primarina builds →Ice Beam 4x99-117%KO Moonblast 2x78-92% | ||
 Lapras WaterIce | C | |
Obtain MethodPoke Pelago Gift | ||
 Aurorus RockIce | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Amaura (Route 8 Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Aurorus builds →Ice Beam 4x121-143%KO Ancient Power 2x41-49% Dragon Tail 2x24-29% | ||
 Walrein IceWater | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Walrein builds →Ice Beam 4x118-139%KO Rock Slide 2x30-35% | ||
Glaceon Ice | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Eevee (Paniola Ranch Gift) | ||
Aurorus RockIce | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Amaura (Route 8 Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Aurorus builds →Ice Beam 4x122-144%KO Stone Edge 2x57-67% Dragon Tail 2x23-28% | ||
Jynx IcePsychic | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Jynx builds →Ice Beam 4x136-161%KO Draining Kiss 2x25-30% | ||
 Haxorus Dragon | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Haxorus builds →Outrage 2x117-137%KO Rock Slide 2x49-58% | ||
Primarina WaterFairy | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Primarina builds →Ice Beam 4x98-116%KO Moonblast 2x78-92% | ||
Glaceon Ice | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Eevee (Paniola Ranch Gift) | ||
Jynx IcePsychic | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Jynx builds →Ice Beam 4x138-163%KO Draining Kiss 2x26-31% | ||
 Rampardos Rock | B | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Cranidos (Route 8 Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Rampardos builds →Head Smash 2x164-193%KO Ice Beam 4x59-69% Dragon Tail 2x45-53% | ||
Aurorus RockIce | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Amaura (Route 8 Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Aurorus builds →Ice Beam 4x122-144%KO Stone Edge 2x58-69% Dragon Tail 2x24-28% | ||
 Rayquaza Dragon | S | |
Obtain MethodUltra Space Wilds Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Rayquaza builds →Ice Beam 4x116-137%KO Dragon Pulse 2x82-97% Stone Edge 2x68-80% | ||
A | ||
Recommended Build AbilityFlashfire ItemLeftovers NatureCalm Moves View Heatran builds →
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B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityDrought ItemHeatrock NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Torkoal builds →Rapid Spin9-11% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityDrizzle ItemDamprock NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Pelipper builds →U Turn5-6% Hurricane24-28% Scald9-10% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityWaterabsorb ItemLeftovers NatureCareful Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Seismitoad builds →Scald7-8% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemBlack Sludge NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Dragonite View Amoonguss builds →Giga Drain3-4% Sludge Bomb17-21% | ||
Dragonite Evolutions
The three-stage chain from Dratini through Dragonair ends here at Dragonite. Want more? Breed for Dratini eggs. Plenty of partners available via two egg groups. The evolution from Dratini pushed Dragonite to 600 total stats. Attack saw the largest single gain at +70. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Dragonite to get Dratini eggs easily using 57 partners from the Dragon and Water1 egg groups. Notable egg moves include Aqua Jet, Dragon Breath, Dragon Dance and 8 more.
USUM Dragonite Best Moveset
Halved damage at full HP through AbilityMultiscale guarantees one free turn to set up MoveDragon Dance, boosting Attack and Speed simultaneously. 134 Attack behind Dragon/Flying TermStab compounds with every boost. MoveExtreme Speed at +2 Attack picks off faster targets. The moveset holds A-tier through the guaranteed setup turn that AbilityMultiscale provides.
Best Build
Dragonite best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Dragon Dance
- Earthquake
- Extreme Speed
- Fly
Recommended Teammates
Moves List
Need something that threatens multiple types? Dragonite's movepool delivers. Coverage across 10 types plus STAB from Draco Meteor and Outrage gives it answers for most defensive cores you'll run into.
How to Read the Moves Table
Tabs
- Level-Up
- Learned by leveling up.
- TM
- Taught by a Technical Machine.
- Egg
- Inherited via breeding.
- Tutor
- NPC tutor (cost: items, BP, money).
- Reminder
- An NPC reteaches any move this Pokemon could have learned by leveling up.
- Transfer
- Carried over from an older game using Pokemon HOME.
- Event
- Given out through Mystery Gift events.
Visual Signals
CAT (Category)
How the move deals damage and which stats it uses.
A small dot on the icon's corner marks the move as contact. That triggers abilities like Static, Flame Body, Rough Skin, or Iron Barbs, plus items like Rocky Helmet and Sticky Barb.
Tier (S to D)
Each move's competitive rank in RankedBoost's system. TM, Egg, and Tutor sort by tier by default (best first). On Level-Up, click the Tier header to do the same.
PWR (Power)
Base damage. Numbers shown in a type color include STAB (base × 1.5). Hover any colored number to see the math.
— means no power (status moves) or variable power.
Sorting & Filter
Click any column header to sort. Level-Up opens with Lv 1 at the top. TM, Egg, and Tutor open with the highest-tier moves at the top.
Search filters by move name or type. The Filter button limits the list to STAB, Physical, Special, or Status moves.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Base Stats
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Dragonite Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Guide
In the Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon meta, Dragonite already has 600 BST going for it, and Multiscale pushes the competitive value even higher. B-Tier wallbreaker on our tier list. Dragon Dance with Flyiniumz is the standard set.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, watch for Cloyster (Ice), Aerodactyl (Rock), and Kingdra (Dragon) when using Dragonite. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Cloyster is the most dangerous since Ice moves deal 4x damage. Fairy-type attackers are also a problem.
Dragonite gets Multiscale and Inner Focus. But Multiscale is the one that matters. It's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that. Multiscale synergizes with Dragonite's base 100 Sp.Def, letting it soak special attacks as a pivot.
Dragonite is a physical attacker with base 134 Attack. Tanky enough to absorb a few hits, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 80 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. Fits the wallbreaker role.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, run Dragon Dance, Earthquake, Extreme Speed, and Fly on Dragonite. Dragon Dance is the most common pick at 0% usage. Fly provides reliable STAB damage.
Game Availability
Present since Red & Blue, Dragonite appears in 21 games spanning 10 generations. Gen 1 originals like Dragonite have the longest track record of availability in the series.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1RBDebut
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 8SwSh
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