Stats & Training
The stat line revolves around HP. Percentage recovery gets extra mileage here. Attack backs it up, though Speed doesn't pull its weight. Worth 1 HP EV on a medium-fast 1M XP curve to max out.
It creates mazes in dark locations. When spotted, it flees into the ground by digging with its tail.
It creates mazes in dark locations. When spotted, it flees into the ground by digging with its tail.
Dunsparce Weakness
Type-wise, Dunsparce takes extra damage from Fighting. Ghost moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. With 100 HP and balanced defenses, Dunsparce can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
 Terrakion RockFighting | A | |
Obtain MethodRoute 22 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Terrakion builds →Sacred Sword 2x97-115%KO Rock Smash 2x45-53% Double Kick 2x33-39% | ||
 Mienshao Fighting | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Mienshao builds →High Jump Kick 2x137-161%KO Jump Kick 2x105-123%KO Aura Sphere 2x71-84% Drain Punch 2x80-94% | ||
 Cobalion SteelFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 13 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Cobalion builds →Sacred Sword 2x73-86% Rock Smash 2x33-39% Double Kick 2x26-31% | ||
 Virizion GrassFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 11 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Virizion builds →Sacred Sword 2x73-86% Rock Smash 2x33-39% Double Kick 2x26-31% | ||
 Emboar FireFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Tepig (Aspertia City Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Emboar builds →Hammer Arm 2x103-122%KO Brick Break 2x78-93% Rock Smash 2x42-50% Arm Thrust 2x17-21% | ||
 Riolu Fighting | D | |
Riolu Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Riolu builds →Force Palm 2x42-50% Rock Smash 2x31-38% | ||
 Scraggy DarkFighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Scraggy builds →Brick Break 2x56-66% Rock Smash 2x30-36% | ||
Riolu Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Riolu builds →Force Palm 2x41-50% Rock Smash 2x30-36% | ||
 Heracross BugFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Heracross builds →Close Combat 2x123-145%KO Brick Break 2x77-91% Rock Smash 2x43-52% | ||
Scraggy DarkFighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Scraggy builds →High Jump Kick 2x88-103%KO Brick Break 2x52-61% Rock Smash 2x29-34% | ||
Riolu Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Riolu builds →Brick Break 2x50-59% Force Palm 2x42-49% Rock Smash 2x29-34% | ||
Heracross BugFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Heracross builds →Close Combat 2x122-145%KO Brick Break 2x77-91% Rock Smash 2x42-50% | ||
 Gurdurr Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Gurdurr builds →Dynamic Punch 2x88-104%KO Brick Break 2x68-80% Wake-Up Slap 2x62-73% Rock Smash 2x37-43% | ||
Scraggy DarkFighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Scraggy builds →High Jump Kick 2x88-104%KO Brick Break 2x51-60% Rock Smash 2x29-35% | ||
Riolu Fighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Riolu builds →Brick Break 2x49-58% Force Palm 2x40-47% Rock Smash 2x27-32% | ||
Cobalion SteelFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 13 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Cobalion builds →Sacred Sword 2x73-86% Rock Smash 2x33-39% Double Kick 2x26-30% | ||
Virizion GrassFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 11 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Virizion builds →Sacred Sword 2x73-86% Rock Smash 2x33-39% Double Kick 2x26-30% | ||
Heracross BugFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Heracross builds →Close Combat 2x124-146%KO Brick Break 2x79-93% Rock Smash 2x42-50% | ||
Gurdurr Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Gurdurr builds →Dynamic Punch 2x89-105%KO Hammer Arm 2x89-105%KO Brick Break 2x68-80% Wake-Up Slap 2x64-75% | ||
Scraggy DarkFighting | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Scraggy builds →High Jump Kick 2x89-105%KO Brick Break 2x51-61% Rock Smash 2x29-34% | ||
Terrakion RockFighting | A | |
Obtain MethodRoute 22 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Terrakion builds →Sacred Sword 2x97-115%KO Rock Smash 2x45-53% Double Kick 2x33-39% | ||
Cobalion SteelFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 13 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Cobalion builds →Sacred Sword 2x73-86% Rock Smash 2x33-39% Double Kick 2x26-31% | ||
Virizion GrassFighting | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 11 Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Virizion builds →Sacred Sword 2x73-86% Rock Smash 2x33-39% Double Kick 2x26-31% | ||
Heracross BugFighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Heracross builds →Close Combat 2x126-149%KO Brick Break 2x80-94% Rock Smash 2x43-51% | ||
Gurdurr Fighting | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Gurdurr builds →Dynamic Punch 2x91-108%KO Hammer Arm 2x91-108%KO Brick Break 2x68-81% Wake-Up Slap 2x64-75% | ||
In Black 2 & White 2, Conkeldurr can KO Dunsparce with Drain Punch (95-111%).
 Conkeldurr Fighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityGuts ItemLeftovers NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Conkeldurr builds →Drain Punch 2x95-111%KO Mach Punch 2x50-59% | ||
Black 2 & White 2 Evolution
To get Dudunsparce from Dunsparce, you need knowing a specific move. The evolution method matters here. Evolving adds up to 105 stat points total. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Dunsparce easily with 181 breeding partners from the Ground egg group. Pass egg moves like Agility, Ancient Power, Astonish and 10 more to offspring.
Black 2 & White 2 Dunsparce Best Moveset
This is a pure walling set. Leftovers provides passive recovery each turn so Dunsparce sticks around, and the Careful nature reinforces special wall. Roost handles sustain while Serenegrace does work passively.
Best Build
Dunsparce best EVs are HP and Sp. Def
Wall Moveset
- Headbutt
- Coil
- Glare
- Roost
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Stall teams hate this. Dunsparce can spread damage across 13 types, with Rock and Dark punishing common defensive pivots. STAB from Last Resort and Double-Edge keeps the pressure honest on everything else.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
Black 2 & White 2 Dunsparce Locations
A solid number of locations for Dunsparce with decent spawn rates across early-game routes. The sort toggle below swaps between best odds and earliest access, so you can approach it based on where you are in the game.
Best Locations to Catch Dunsparce in Black 2 & White 2
Dunsparce's encounter pool splits between White 2 and Black 2. You've got 26 walking spots at Lv. 3-57 total, but your version determines which ones actually show up.
Dunsparce Guide
At 415 BST, Dunsparce is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Dudunsparce before bringing it to any serious fight.
In Black 2 & White 2, Dunsparce's biggest threats include Machamp (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 Dunsparce. 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.
Dunsparce is a physical attacker with base 70 Attack. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 45 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go.
In Black 2 & White 2, For a casual playthrough, Dunsparce works as a placeholder. Normal coverage is useful early. The real payoff is Dudunsparce. That's where the stats start mattering.
Game Availability
Debuting in Gold & Silver, Dunsparce appears in 17 games across 9 generations. A reliable presence in most mainline games, typically found through catching or hatching as a base form.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GSDebut
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves