Raw HP carries Entei's bulk more than the defenses do. Sp. Def barely registers. But that HP pool covers for it. A near-impossible to catch Volcano Pokemon that yields 3 HP and Attack EVs on a slow 1.25M XP grind.
It is said that when it roars, a volcano erupts somewhere around the globe.
It is said that when it roars, a volcano erupts somewhere around the globe.
Entei is weak to Water, Ground, and Rock. With 6 resistances, the defensive profile is strong. With 115 HP and balanced defenses, Entei can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Water, Ground, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Grass, Ice, Bug, Steel, Fairy |
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilitySturdy ItemRocky Helmet NatureBold Moves View Skarmory builds →
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 Tinkaton FairySteel | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityPickpocket ItemLeftovers NatureCareful Moves
Damage vs Entei View Tinkaton builds →Knock Off12-14% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityDrought ItemHeatrock NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Entei View Ninetales builds →Heat Wave19-23% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityShielddust ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Entei View Ribombee builds →Moonblast21-25% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityNatural Cure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves View Blissey builds →
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Entei is strong overall with 580 total stats as a Fire legendary. Can't breed it, so you're locked to whatever you catch or receive. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Dark coverage gives Entei answers even while choice-locked. Choice Band provides raw power at the cost of move flexibility, and max Attack and Speed EVs with Innerfocus mean every prediction that lands hits hard.
Best Build
Entei best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Extreme Speed
- Sacred Fire
- Stone Edge
- Crunch
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Utility Moveset
- Extreme Speed
- Sacred Fire
- Stomping Tantrum
- Snarl
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Wallbreaker Moveset
- Extreme Speed
- Sacred Fire
- Stomping Tantrum
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Sacred Fire
- Extreme Speed
- Iron Head
- Stomping Tantrum
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Revenge Killer Moveset
- Extreme Speed
- Sacred Fire
- Stone Edge
- Iron Head
Physical Attacker Moveset
- Sacred Fire
- Extreme Speed
- Substitute
- Howl
Recommended Teammates
Physical Tank Moveset
- Sacred Fire
- Extreme Speed
- Stomping Tantrum
- Crunch
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Revenge Killer Moveset
- Extreme Speed
- Sacred Fire
- Stone Edge
- Iron Head
Recommended Teammates
Physical Attacker Moveset
- Sacred Fire
- Extreme Speed
- Substitute
- Howl
Recommended Teammates
Physical Tank Moveset
- Sacred Fire
- Extreme Speed
- Stomping Tantrum
- Crunch
Recommended Teammates
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Sacred Fire
- Extreme Speed
- Stomping Tantrum
- Stone Edge
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Iron Head
- Stone Edge
- Sacred Fire
- Return
Recommended Teammates
Moves
TMs carry this one. Entei learns Eruption and Overheat naturally for STAB, but the offensive range comes almost entirely from technical machines. Normal and Dark and beyond give it real matchup play.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Leveling does the heavy lifting. Entei picks up Sacred Fire and Fire Blast along the way, building toward a complete offensive set. TMs add coverage across 9 types, but the foundation's already strong by then.
TMs carry this one. Entei learns Eruption and Overheat naturally for STAB, but the offensive range comes almost entirely from technical machines. Normal and Dark and beyond give it real matchup play.
Leveling does the heavy lifting. Entei picks up Eruption and Sacred Fire along the way, building toward a complete offensive set. TMs add coverage across 9 types, but the foundation's already strong by then.
No wild encounters for Entei in Scarlet & Violet. It's available in Gold, Crystal, or Ultra Moon and can be transferred over. The details below show where to find it.
Entei is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
Also found in:
Entei can't be caught in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Bring it over from Gold, Crystal, or Ultra Moon instead. The encounter info below covers the source games.
Entei is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
Also found in:
Entei doesn't appear in Sword & Shield. Transfer it from Gold, Crystal, or Ultra Moon to add it to your collection. Check the source games below for encounter details.
Entei is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
Also found in:
You'll find Entei at Ultra Space Wilds as a set encounter. It's always there at that location, so come prepared for the battle. The location details below cover exact positioning.
Best Locations to Catch Entei in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Entei is a Legendary Pokemon rated A-Tier. At 580 BST, it hits hard. It excels as a sweeper. Base 115 HP stands out.
Pressure is the go-to ability for Entei. It increases the PP cost of moves targetting the Pokémon by one. Its hidden ability Inner Focus can work in specific setups.
Base 100 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. On offense, Entei is a physical attacker with base 115 Attack. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two. Best used as a sweeper.
Best way to handle Entei: Priority moves (Mach Punch, Aqua Jet, Ice Shard) bypass its speed. Bulky walls that resist its STAB also shut it down.
First obtainable in Gold & Silver, Entei has been featured in 17 titles across 9 generations. Legendary status means a single encounter per playthrough in most games.
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