Drifblim's Ghost/Flying typing gives it an immunity to Normal, Fighting, and Ground. The 5 weaknesses are the tradeoff, but that immunity creates real opportunities. Been around since Gen 4. It needs some investment to avoid getting outsped.
Drifblim's spread is anchored by HP, with balanced defenses backing it up. Defense is the clear weak point. Worth 2 HP EVs per KO, and the standard growth curve keeps leveling painless.
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Drifblim Weakness
ExcellentType-wise, Drifblim takes extra damage from Electric, Ice, Rock, Ghost, and Dark. Normal, Fighting, and Ground moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity.
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
Drifblim is the evolved form of Drifloon. Breeding produces Drifloon eggs, and they're slow to hatch. Evolving from Drifloon gave Drifblim the biggest boost in HP (+60), bringing the total to 498 stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Drifblim to get Drifloon eggs easily from the Indeterminate egg group. Notable egg moves include Body Slam, Clear Smog, Defog and 6 more.
Drifblim spreads damage across 2 coverage types. Flame Orb provides self-burn for Guts activation to maximize each hit, and max Sp. Atk and Speed EVs push the math. Unburden ties the set together while Electric and Psychic coverage prevents safe switch-ins.
Best Build
Best Drifblim Moveset
- Shadow Ball
- Thunderbolt
- Psychic
- Will O Wisp
Recommended Teammates
Hard to wall, honestly. Drifblim threatens 10 types beyond its own STAB, with Normal and Dark standing out. Pair that with Fly and Shadow Ball and switchins need to think twice.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
decent spawn rates across 12 locations for Drifblim in late-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Drifblim in Black 2 & White 2
The path to Drifblim starts with Drifloon at Lv. 32-39 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Obtain Drifloon
Step 2Drifblim ✓EASYReversal Mountain - OutsideBlack 2GrassLv.32-33UncommonLateVolcanoAnyEASYReversal Mountain - OutsideWhite 2GrassLv.32-33UncommonLateVolcanoAnyEASYRoute 13White 2GrassLv.34-35UncommonLateRouteAnyEASYRoute 13Black 2GrassLv.34-35UncommonLateRouteAnyEASYRoute 14White 2GrassLv.34-35UncommonLateRouteAnyEASYRoute 14Black 2GrassLv.34-35UncommonLateRouteAnyEASYReversal Mountain - OutsideBlack 2GrassLv.36-37UncommonLateVolcanoAnyDouble grassEASYReversal Mountain - OutsideWhite 2GrassLv.36-37UncommonLateVolcanoAnyDouble grassEASYRoute 13White 2GrassLv.38-39UncommonLateRouteAnyDouble grassEASYRoute 13Black 2GrassLv.38-39UncommonLateRouteAnyDouble grassEASYRoute 14White 2GrassLv.38-39UncommonLateRouteAnyDouble grassEASYRoute 14Black 2GrassLv.38-39UncommonLateRouteAnyDouble grassor evolve from Drifloon (Step 1)
Drifblim has a 498 base stat total and ranks as B-Tier — a solid choice for the right team. It works best as a balanced. Base 150 HP is where it shines.
Drifloon evolves into Drifblim at level 28. Drifblim is the fully evolved form. At 498 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Aftermath is the go-to ability for Drifblim. It damages the attacker for 1/4 its max HP when knocked out by a contact move. Its hidden ability Flare Boost can work in specific setups. Unburden is the other option — pick based on what your team needs.
Drifblim fills the balanced role. It's leaning toward the special side (base 90 Sp. Atk). Base 80 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Drifblim appears in 13 games, including Platinum, HeartGold & SoulSilver, and Diamond & Pearl.
Drifblim first appeared in Diamond & Pearl and has been available in 13 games across 6 generations. Obtainable through wild encounters in most titles where it appears.
- 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