Stats & Training
The stat bars tell the story: Defense carries everything and Speed's dead weight. But this Beckon Pokemon still yields 2 Defense and Sp. Def EVs per fight on a fast 800K XP curve.
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Dusclops Weakness
Dusclops is weak to Ghost and Dark. On the flip side, it's immune to Normal and Fighting-type moves entirely. Dusclops's overall bulk (40/130/130) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Ghost, Dark |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Poison, Bug |
| 0x (Immune) | Normal, Fighting |
 Hydreigon DarkDragon | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dusclops View Hydreigon builds →Crunch 2x69-81% Dark Pulse 2x79-94% Bite 2x53-63% Brutal Swing 2x53-63% | ||
 Incineroar FireDark | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dusclops View Incineroar builds →Darkest Lariat 2x77-91% Throat Chop 2x73-86% Dark Pulse 2x55-65% Shadow Claw 2x43-50% | ||
 Krookodile GroundDark | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dusclops View Krookodile builds →Foul Play 2x89-104%KO Crunch 2x75-89% Dark Pulse 2x46-55% Shadow Claw 2x44-52% | ||
 Guzzlord DarkDragon | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dusclops View Guzzlord builds →Crunch 2x66-78% Dark Pulse 2x63-76% Shadow Claw 2x38-45% Bite 2x50-60% | ||
 Umbreon Dark | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dusclops View Umbreon builds →Dark Pulse 2x44-52% Shadow Ball 2x30-35% Feint Attack 2x35-42% Assurance 2x35-42% | ||
In Sun & Moon, Chandelure's Shadow Ball hits Dusclops for 41-49%. Hydreigon's Dark Pulse hits Dusclops for 37-43%.
 Chandelure GhostFire | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Dusclops View Chandelure builds →Shadow Ball 2x41-49% Flamethrower23-27% | ||
Hydreigon DarkDragon | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemChoice Scarf NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Dusclops View Hydreigon builds →Draco Meteor30-35% Dark Pulse 2x37-43% U Turn5-5% | ||
Sun & Moon Evolution
Dusclops connects Duskull to Dusknoir in this chain. At least one evolution here needs a trade. Defense has grown the most so far (+40), but there's still another 70 stats to gain in the final evolution. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Dusclops to get Duskull eggs easily using 52 partners from the Indeterminate egg group. Notable egg moves include Dark Pulse, Destiny Bond, Feint Attack and 7 more.
Sun & Moon Dusclops Best Moveset
Still unevolved, still relevant. Dusclops's Eviolite bulk with max HP and Sp. Def EVs creates a defensive profile that punches above its stage. Frisk adds passive value. Trickroom gives it offensive presence.
Best Build
Dusclops best EVs are HP and Sp. Def
Doubles Wall Moveset
- Trick Room
- Night Shade
- Pain Split
- Will O Wisp
Recommended Teammates
Wall Moveset
- Will O Wisp
- Pain Split
- Curse
- Haze
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Future Sight and Blizzard bring the raw damage. But Dusclops also picks up coverage across 10 types from TMs, making it tough to find a safe switch. You're not locked into one angle here.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Dusclops in Sun & Moon
Dusclops Guide
At 455 BST, Dusclops is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Dusknoir before bringing it to any serious fight.
In Sun & Moon, Dusclops's biggest threats include Gengar (Ghost) and Tyranitar (Dark), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 2 weaknesses means fewer dedicated counters to worry about. At base 25 Speed, Dusclops won't outrun any of these threats so switching to a resist is usually the safer play.
Pressure is the go-to ability for Dusclops. It increases the PP cost of moves targetting the Pokémon by one. Its hidden ability Frisk can work in specific setups.
Dusclops is leaning toward the physical side (base 70 Attack). Tanky enough to absorb a few hits, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 25 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go.
Game Availability
Since Ruby & Sapphire, Dusclops has been in 17 games. Requiring a trade evolution to obtain means it's consistently available but requires more effort than simply catching it in the wild.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RSDebut
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