Free switch-ins on Psychic moves make Drapion useful in any team that needs that coverage. Only 1 weaknesses keeps it safe in most matchups. It sits at a decent but contested Speed tier. Known as the Ogre Scorp Pokemon.
Nothing fancy in Drapion's spread. It leans physical with Defense out front. And you'll get 2 Defense EVs per KO for it. Follows a slow 1.25M XP grind.
It has the power in its clawed arms to make scrap of a car. The tips of its claws release poison.
Its body is encased in a sturdy shell. Its head rotates 180 degrees, eliminating blind spots.
Drapion Weakness
ExcellentDrapion is weak to Ground-type moves. On the flip side, it's immune to Psychic-type moves entirely. The Poison/Dark typing picks up 4 resistances to work with. Drapion's physical bulk (base 110 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
Drapion is what Skorupi becomes. Breed it for Skorupi eggs (average hatch time). No compatible partners for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolution from Skorupi pushed Drapion to 500 total stats. Attack saw the largest single gain at +40.
How to Evolve
Breed with Drapion to get Skorupi eggs easily from the Bug and Water3 egg groups. Notable egg moves include Agility, Confuse Ray, Night Slash and 5 more.
For a hazard lead, Drapion wants max Attack and Speed EVs and Scopelens. The Jolly nature tilts toward fast physical duty, and Sniper contributes without taking a move slot.
Best Build
Best Drapion Moveset
- Knock Off
- Cross Poison
- Poison Jab
- Toxic Spikes
Recommended Teammates
Bug Buzz and Earthquake bring the raw damage. But Drapion also picks up coverage across 11 types from TMs, making it tough to find a safe switch. You're not locked into one angle here.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
No wild encounters for Drapion. The 2-stage line runs through Skorupi, which you can catch at moderate rates from the locations below. Evolve at level 40 once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Drapion in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
The path to Drapion starts with Skorupi at Lv. 16-20 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch SkorupiBig Bluff CavernBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.16-20MidCaveBig Bluff CavernShining PearlGrassLv.16-20MidCaveBogsunk CavernBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.16-20MidSwampBogsunk CavernShining PearlGrassLv.16-20MidSwampRocky CaveShining PearlGrassLv.16-20MidCaveRocky CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.16-20MidCaveSandsear CaveShining PearlGrassLv.16-20MidDesertSandsear CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.16-20MidDesertSwampy CaveShining PearlGrassLv.16-20MidSwampSwampy CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.16-20MidSwampTyphlo CavernBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.16-20MidCaveTyphlo CavernShining PearlGrassLv.16-20MidCaveVolcanic CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.16-20MidVolcanoVolcanic CaveShining PearlGrassLv.16-20MidVolcano
Step 2Drapion ✓
Drapion brings 500 BST to the table. C-Tier on our list — a situational pick that fills a niche. That 110 base Defense does the heavy lifting.
Drapion's biggest threats include Golem (Ground), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Skorupi evolves into Drapion at level 40. Drapion is the fully evolved form. At 500 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Battle Armor is the go-to ability for Drapion. It protects against critical hits. Its hidden ability Keen Eye can work in specific setups. Sniper is the other option — pick based on what your team needs.
Drapion is a physical attacker with base 90 Attack. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. But the speed tells the real story — base 95 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many.
Drapion appears in 12 games, including Platinum, HeartGold & SoulSilver, and Diamond & Pearl.
Debuting in Diamond & Pearl, Drapion appears in 12 games across 6 generations. A reliable presence in a solid number of games, typically found through wild encounters.
- 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 IVDPDebut
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