Dudunsparce Best Moveset
125 HP at 100 Attack on Normal with AbilitySerene Grace doubling secondary effect chances. MoveHeadbutt flinches 60% with Serene Grace, and MoveBody Slam paralyzes 60%. The moveset stacks flinch and paralysis to lock opponents out of turns. MoveCoil boosts Attack, Defense, and accuracy. C-Tier through Serene Grace disruption.
Dudunsparce landed at C-Tier in Gen IX. This was Dudunsparce's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Serenegrace with Leftovers, favoring a Modest nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Dudunsparce best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Support Moveset
- Roost
- Glare
- Boomburst
- Stealth Rock
Recommended Teammates
Dudunsparce Weakness
Type-wise, Dudunsparce takes extra damage from Fighting. Ghost moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. Dudunsparce's overall bulk (125/80/75) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
What is Dudunsparce Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Dudunsparce
A | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Dudunsparce View Alomomola builds →Flip Turn10-13% Scald9-11% | ||
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityDrought ItemHeatrock NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Dudunsparce View Torkoal builds →Rapid Spin9-10% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityDrizzle ItemDamprock NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Dudunsparce View Pelipper builds →Hurricane25-29% U Turn9-11% | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureSassy Moves View Slowking-Galar builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityNeutralizinggas ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves View Weezing-Galar builds →
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Evolution
Getting Dudunsparce requires knowing a specific move, not just grinding levels. The chain starts at Dunsparce. Breed this form to get Dunsparce eggs (average hatch time). Attack grew the most through evolution (+30 over Dunsparce), and Dudunsparce peaks at 520 total stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Dudunsparce to get Dunsparce eggs easily using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
How to Get Dudunsparce
8 encounter spots for Dudunsparce at moderate rates starting from early-game routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Where To Catch Dudunsparce in SV
To get Dudunsparce, start by catching Dunsparce through walking encounters at Lv. 8-60. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch DunsparceThe Great Crater of PaldeaLv.15-60OverworldRate 12%Chilling WaterheadLv.8-60OverworldCrystal PoolLv.8-60OverworldOni MountainLv.8-60OverworldTimeless WoodsLv.8-60OverworldCasseroya Lake - ForestLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%Casseroya Lake - LakeLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%East Province (Area One) - CaveLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%East Province (Area One) - ForestLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%East Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%East Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%East Province (Area Two) - ForestLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%Glaseado MountainLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%North Province (Area One) - CaveLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%North Province (Area One) - ForestLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%North Province (Area One) - LakeLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%North Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%North Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%North Province (Area Two) - ForestLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%North Province (Area Two) - LakeLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%South Province (Area Five) - LakeLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%South Province (Area Four) - ForestLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%South Province (Area Four) - LakeLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%South Province (Area One) - CaveLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%South Province (Area One) - ForestLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%South Province (Area One) - LakeLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%South Province (Area Six) - CaveLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%South Province (Area Six) - LakeLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%South Province (Area Two) - ForestLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%Tagtree Thicket - ForestLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%Tagtree Thicket - LakeLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%West Province (Area One) - CaveLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%West Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%West Province (Area Three) - ForestLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%West Province (Area Three) - LakeLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%West Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.15-40OverworldRate 3%Asado Desert - GrassLv.15-40OverworldRate 2%East Province (Area One) - GrassLv.15-40OverworldRate 2%East Province (Area Three) - GrassLv.15-40OverworldRate 2%East Province (Area Two) - GrassLv.15-40OverworldRate 2%North Province (Area Three) - GrassLv.15-40OverworldRate 2%South Province (Area Five) - GrassLv.15-40OverworldRate 2%South Province (Area Four) - GrassLv.15-40OverworldRate 2%South Province (Area One) - GrassLv.15-40OverworldRate 2%South Province (Area Three) - GrassLv.15-40OverworldRate 2%South Province (Area Two) - GrassLv.15-40OverworldRate 2%The Pokémon League - GrassLv.15-40OverworldRate 2%West Province (Area One) - GrassLv.15-40OverworldRate 2%West Province (Area Three) - GrassLv.15-40OverworldRate 2%West Province (Area Two) - GrassLv.15-40OverworldRate 2%- Step 2Dudunsparce ✓The Great Crater of PaldeaLv.15-60OverworldRate 2%Chilling WaterheadLv.32-60OverworldOni MountainLv.32-60OverworldTimeless WoodsLv.32-60Overworldor evolve from Dunsparce (Step 1)
Base Stats
Raw HP carries Dudunsparce's bulk more than the defenses do. Speed barely registers. But that HP pool covers for it. A tough to catch Land Snake Pokemon that yields 2 HP EVs on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
A recent study uncovered that the number of segments a Dudunsparce’s body has is determined by the Pokémon’s genes.
Dudunsparce Guide
We rate Dudunsparce C-Tier: a situational pick that fills a niche. At 520 BST, it fits the support role. Base 125 HP stands out.
Dudunsparce's biggest threats include Conkeldurr (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Serene Grace is the go-to ability for Dudunsparce. It doubles the chance of moves' extra effects occurring. Its hidden ability Rattled can work in specific setups. Run Away is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
At base 55 Speed, it won't be moving first often. On offense, Dudunsparce is a special attacker with base 85 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Tanky enough to absorb a few hits. Best used as a support.
The core moveset is Roost, Glare, Boomburst, and Stealth Rock. Roost leads at 0% usage. This set covers the support role with a mix of damage and utility.
Game Availability
Dudunsparce joined the series in Scarlet & Violet and has been available in 1 titles so far. With 2 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
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- Gen 1RB
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 9SVDebut
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
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