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.
It can generate and release gas within its body. That’s how it can control the altitude of its drift.
They carry people and Pokémon, but the wind can catch them, so there can’t be a fixed destination.
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.
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 using 52 partners from the Indeterminate egg group. Notable egg moves include Clear Smog, Defog, Disable and 3 more.
This build takes hits and hits back. Heavy-Duty Boots provides hazard immunity on every switch-in, Aftermath supports the gameplan, and max Sp. Atk and Speed EVs mean Drifblim doesn't crumble to chip damage. Plus utility options backing it up.
Best Build
Best Drifblim Moveset
- Strength Sap
- Will O Wisp
- Defog
- Hex
Recommended Teammates
The egg pool carries weight here. Clear Smog and Defog aren't available any other way for Drifblim, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Fly and Phantom Force for solid options.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Drifblim appears at moderate rates across 20 spots in mid-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Drifblim in Scarlet & Violet
Drifloon is your first catch on the way to Drifblim. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 14-47 across 40 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch DrifloonEASYEast Province (Area One) - Near TownOverworldLv.14-3224%EarlyRouteNightEASYEast Province (Area Three) - Near TownOverworldLv.14-3224%EarlyRouteNightEASYEast Province (Area Two) - Near TownOverworldLv.14-3224%EarlyRouteNightEASYGlaseado MountainOverworldLv.14-3224%EarlyCaveNightEASYSouth Province (Area One) - Near TownOverworldLv.14-3224%EarlyRouteNightEASYSouth Province (Area Six) - Near TownOverworldLv.14-3224%EarlyRouteNightEASYSouth Province (Area Three) - Near TownOverworldLv.14-3224%EarlyRouteNightEASYSouth Province (Area Two) - Near TownOverworldLv.14-3224%EarlyRouteNightEASYThe Pokémon League - Near TownOverworldLv.14-3224%EarlyNightEASYWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownOverworldLv.14-3224%EarlyRouteNightEASYWest Province (Area Two) - Near TownOverworldLv.14-3224%EarlyRouteNightEASYEast Province (Area One) - MountainOverworldLv.14-3218%EarlyRouteNightEASYGlaseado MountainOverworldLv.14-3218%EarlyCaveNightEASYGlaseado MountainOverworldLv.14-3218%EarlyCaveNightEASYNorth Province (Area One) - MountainOverworldLv.14-3218%EarlyRouteNightEASYSouth Province (Area Five) - MountainOverworldLv.14-3218%EarlyRouteNightEASYSouth Province (Area Four) - MountainOverworldLv.14-3218%EarlyRouteNightEASYSouth Province (Area Six) - MountainOverworldLv.14-3218%EarlyRouteNightEASYSouth Province (Area Two) - MountainOverworldLv.14-3218%EarlyRouteNightEASYWest Province (Area One) - MountainOverworldLv.14-3218%EarlyRouteNight
Step 2Drifblim ✓MODERATEEast Province (Area One) - MountainOverworldLv.28-4712%MidRouteNightMODERATEGlaseado MountainOverworldLv.28-4712%MidCaveNightMODERATEGlaseado MountainOverworldLv.28-4712%MidCaveNightMODERATENorth Province (Area One) - MountainOverworldLv.28-4712%MidRouteNightMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - MountainOverworldLv.28-4712%MidRouteNightMODERATESouth Province (Area Four) - MountainOverworldLv.28-4712%MidRouteNightMODERATESouth Province (Area Six) - MountainOverworldLv.28-4712%MidRouteNightMODERATESouth Province (Area Two) - MountainOverworldLv.28-4712%MidRouteNightMODERATEWest Province (Area One) - MountainOverworldLv.28-4712%MidRouteNightMODERATEEast Province (Area One) - Near TownOverworldLv.28-478%MidRouteNightMODERATEEast Province (Area Three) - Near TownOverworldLv.28-478%MidRouteNightMODERATEEast Province (Area Two) - Near TownOverworldLv.28-478%MidRouteNightMODERATEGlaseado MountainOverworldLv.28-478%MidCaveNightMODERATESouth Province (Area One) - Near TownOverworldLv.28-478%MidRouteNightMODERATESouth Province (Area Six) - Near TownOverworldLv.28-478%MidRouteNightMODERATESouth Province (Area Three) - Near TownOverworldLv.28-478%MidRouteNightMODERATESouth Province (Area Two) - Near TownOverworldLv.28-478%MidRouteNightMODERATEThe Pokémon League - Near TownOverworldLv.28-478%MidNightMODERATEWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownOverworldLv.28-478%MidRouteNightMODERATEWest Province (Area Two) - Near TownOverworldLv.28-478%MidRouteNightor 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