Dunsparce is technically a pre-evolution of Dudunsparce, but it holds its own in formats where Eviolite is allowed. Ghost moves can't touch it, and only a single type hits it super-effectively. A longtime staple going back to Gen 2.
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.
When spotted, this POKéMON escapes backward by furiously boring into the ground with its tail.
If spotted, it escapes by burrowing with its tail. It can float just slightly using its wings.
Dunsparce Weakness
GoodType-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.
- Dark and Steel types added — Fairy does not exist yet
- Moves are Physical or Special based on type, not per move
- Special stat split into Sp.Atk and Sp.Def
To get Dudunsparce from Dunsparce, you need knowing a specific move. The evolution method matters here. Evolving adds up to 105 stat points total.
How to Evolve
Breed Dunsparce easily with 66 breeding partners from the Ground egg group. Pass egg moves like Ancient Power, Bide, Bite and 2 more to offspring.
Best Build
Gen 2 build content has limited support (no abilities).
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Breeding's the move. Ancient Power and Bide give Dunsparce options it can't learn any other way, and coverage across 8 types already covers a decent range on top of Take Down and Strength. The egg moves push it further.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
high spawn rates in early-game routes across 4 locations. Dunsparce's one of the easier catches on the list. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Best Locations
You can catch Dunsparce through 4 walking encounters from Lv. 2-4, but availability differs between Gold and Silver. Some spots are exclusive to one version.
At 415 BST, Dunsparce is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Dudunsparce before bringing it to any serious fight.
Dunsparce's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Dunsparce evolves into Dudunsparce after learning Hyper Drill. Dunsparce is the base form of this evolutionary line.
Dunsparce is a physical attacker with base 70 Attack. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. But the speed tells the real story — base 45 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go.
Dunsparce appears in 17 games, including Gold & Silver, Crystal, and Ruby & Sapphire.
Debuting in Gold & Silver, Dunsparce appears in 17 games across 8 generations. A reliable presence in most mainline games, typically found through catching or hatching as a base form.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGSDebut
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
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