Dusclops is technically a pre-evolution of Dusknoir, but it holds its own in formats where Eviolite is allowed. Normal and Fighting moves can't touch it, and only 2 types hit it super-effectively. Part of the Gen 3 roster.
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.
Its body is entirely hollow. When it opens its mouth, it sucks everything in as if it were a black hole.
It seeks drifting will-o’-the-wisps and sucks them into its empty body. What happens inside is a mystery.
Dusclops Weakness
ExcellentDusclops is weak to Ghost and Dark-type moves. 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.
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.
How to Evolve
Breed with Dusclops to get Duskull eggs easily using 43 partners from the Indeterminate egg group. Notable egg moves include Grudge, Haze, Memento and 1 more.
Still unevolved, still relevant. Dusclops's Eviolite bulk with HP-heavy investment EVs creates a defensive profile that punches above its stage. Frisk adds passive value. Trickroom gives it offensive presence.
Best Build
Best Dusclops Moveset
- Trick Room
- Will O Wisp
- Pain Split
- Night Shade
Recommended Teammates
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
A few locations for Dusclops with decent spawn rates across late-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.
Where To Catch Dusclops in Sword & Shield
To get Dusclops, start by catching Duskull through walking encounters at Lv. 11-47. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch DuskullEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsShieldGrassLv.11-1440%EarlyBuildingRainingEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsShieldGrassLv.11-1440%EarlyBuildingHeavy FogEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsSwordGrassLv.11-1440%EarlyBuildingRainingEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsShieldGrassLv.11-1440%EarlyBuildingOvercastEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsSwordGrassLv.11-1440%EarlyBuildingHeavy FogEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsSwordGrassLv.11-1440%EarlyBuildingOvercastEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsShieldGrassLv.11-1430%EarlyBuildingIntense SunEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsShieldGrassLv.11-1430%EarlyBuildingSnowingEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsSwordGrassLv.11-1430%EarlyBuildingIntense SunEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsSwordGrassLv.11-1430%EarlyBuildingSnowingEASYWatchtower RuinsShieldGrassLv.11-1420%EarlyBuildingThunderstormEASYWatchtower RuinsSwordGrassLv.11-1420%EarlyBuildingThunderstormEASYWatchtower RuinsShieldGrassLv.11-1420%EarlyBuildingSandstormEASYWatchtower RuinsSwordGrassLv.11-1420%EarlyBuildingSandstormEASYWatchtower RuinsShieldGrassLv.11-1420%EarlyBuildingSnowstormEASYWatchtower RuinsSwordGrassLv.11-1420%EarlyBuildingSnowstormEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsSwordOverworldLv.26-2960%MidBuildingOvercastEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsShieldOverworldLv.26-2960%MidBuildingOvercastEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsShieldOverworldLv.26-2950%MidBuildingRainingEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsSwordOverworldLv.26-2950%MidBuildingRainingEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsShieldOverworldLv.26-2935%MidBuildingThunderstormEFFORTLESSWatchtower RuinsSwordOverworldLv.26-2935%MidBuildingThunderstormEASYWatchtower RuinsShieldOverworldLv.26-2928%MidBuildingIntense SunEASYWatchtower RuinsSwordOverworldLv.26-2928%MidBuildingIntense SunEASYWatchtower RuinsSwordOverworldLv.26-2925%MidBuildingNormal WeatherEASYWatchtower RuinsShieldOverworldLv.26-2925%MidBuildingHeavy FogEASYWatchtower RuinsSwordOverworldLv.26-2925%MidBuildingHeavy FogEASYWatchtower RuinsShieldOverworldLv.26-2925%MidBuildingNormal WeatherEASYGiant's CapShieldGrassLv.26-2820%MidHeavy FogEASYGiant's CapSwordGrassLv.26-2820%MidHeavy FogEASYRoute 6ShieldGrassLv.28-3018%MidRouteAll WeatherEASYRoute 6SwordGrassLv.28-3018%MidRouteAll WeatherEASYWatchtower RuinsShieldOverworldLv.26-2915%MidBuildingSnowingEASYWatchtower RuinsSwordOverworldLv.26-2915%MidBuildingSnowingMODERATEMotostoke RiverbankSwordOverworldLv.26-285%MidHeavy FogMODERATEMotostoke RiverbankShieldOverworldLv.28-305%MidHeavy FogEFFORTLESSGiant's SeatShieldOverworldLv.33-3860%LateWaterHeavy FogEFFORTLESSGiant's SeatSwordOverworldLv.33-3860%LateWaterHeavy FogEFFORTLESSDusty BowlSwordOverworldLv.42-4735%LateHeavy Fog
Step 2Dusclops ✓EASYRoute 8SwordGrassLv.38-4015%LateRouteAll WeatherEASYRoute 8ShieldGrassLv.38-4015%LateRouteAll Weatheror evolve from Duskull (Step 1)
At 455 BST, Dusclops is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Dusknoir before bringing it to any serious fight.
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 a physical attacker with base 70 Attack. Tanky enough to absorb a few hits, too. But the speed tells the real story — base 25 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go.
Dusclops appears in 16 games, including Ruby & Sapphire, FireRed & LeafGreen, and Emerald.
Since Ruby & Sapphire, Dusclops has been in 16 games. Requiring a trade evolution to obtain means it's consistently available but requires more effort than simply catching it in the wild.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRSDebut
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