Speed Boost raises its Speed every turn it stays in, adding real value on top of Espathra's already solid stats. Psychic typing means only weak to Bug, Ghost, and Dark. Part of the Gen 9 roster.
Everything pushes toward special damage here. Espathra's Speed does the work, Attack pays the price. But you're still getting 2 Speed EVs per KO. Moderately hard to find, on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
It immobilizes opponents by bathing them in psychic power from its large eyes. Despite its appearance, it has a vicious temperament.
It emits psychic power from the gaps between its multicolored frills and sprints at speeds greater than 120 mph.
Espathra Weakness
VulnerableEspathra is weak to Bug, Ghost, and Dark-type moves. Espathra leans toward special offense (base 101 Sp.Atk) instead of trying to wall anything.
Espathra is what Flittle becomes. Breed it for Flittle eggs (average hatch time). A decent partner pool for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolution from Flittle pushed Espathra to 481 total stats. HP saw the largest single gain at +65.
How to Evolve
Breed with Espathra to get Flittle eggs easily using 45 partners from the Flying egg group. Notable egg moves include Ally Switch, Hypnosis, Roost.
Find one free turn for Calm Mind and Espathra can run through teams. Modest nature leans special, Speed Boost supports the sweep, and the remaining moves stops anything from walling it cleanly.
Best Build
Best Espathra Moveset
- Baton Pass
- Calm Mind
- Protect
- Stored Power
Recommended Teammates
Uproar and Psychic bring the raw damage. But Espathra 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
Espathra starts showing up in late-game routes at moderate rates across 24 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Espathra in Scarlet & Violet
Flittle is your first catch on the way to Espathra. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 17-60 across 46 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch FlittleEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area One) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.17-3844%MidRouteEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area One) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.17-3844%MidRouteEFFORTLESSGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.17-3844%MidCaveEFFORTLESSGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.17-3844%MidCaveEFFORTLESSGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.17-3844%MidCaveEFFORTLESSGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.17-3844%MidCaveEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area One) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.17-3844%MidRouteEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area One) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.17-3844%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Five) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.17-3844%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Five) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.17-3844%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Four) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.17-3844%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Four) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.17-3844%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Six) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.17-3844%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Six) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.17-3844%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Two) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.17-3844%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Two) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.17-3844%MidRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area One) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.17-3844%MidRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area One) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.17-3844%MidRouteEFFORTLESSAsado Desert - DesertVioletOverworldLv.17-3829%MidDesertEFFORTLESSAsado Desert - DesertScarletOverworldLv.17-3829%MidDesertEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Two) - DesertVioletOverworldLv.17-3829%MidRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Two) - DesertScarletOverworldLv.17-3829%MidRoute
Step 2Espathra ✓MODERATEAsado Desert - DesertVioletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateDesertMODERATEAsado Desert - DesertScarletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateDesertMODERATEEast Province (Area One) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area One) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateRouteMODERATEGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateCaveMODERATEGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateCaveMODERATEGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateCaveMODERATEGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateCaveMODERATENorth Province (Area One) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area One) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Four) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Four) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Six) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Six) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Two) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Two) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area One) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area One) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area Two) - DesertScarletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area Two) - DesertVioletOverworldLv.35-6010%LateRouteCHALLENGINGThe Great Crater of PaldeaVioletOverworldLv.35-603%LateCHALLENGINGThe Great Crater of PaldeaScarletOverworldLv.35-603%Lateor evolve from Flittle (Step 1)
Espathra looks average on paper at 481 BST. But Speed Boost is why it sees play — build around that and it pulls its weight. B-Tier sweeper on our tier list.
Espathra's biggest threats include Heracross (Bug), Chandelure (Ghost), and Hydreigon (Dark), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Espathra's base 105 Speed lets it outpace many threats and strike first, which matters more than trying to tank hits.
Flittle evolves into Espathra at level 35. Espathra is the fully evolved form. At 481 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Espathra gets Speed Boost, Opportunist, and Frisk. But Speed Boost is the one that matters — it's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that. With base 105 Speed, Speed Boost gives Espathra an edge before opponents can react.
Espathra is leaning toward the special side (base 101 Sp. Atk). Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. But the speed tells the real story — base 105 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. Fits the sweeper role.
Espathra can be found in Scarlet & Violet.
Since Scarlet & Violet, Espathra has been obtainable in 1 games. A Generation 9 debut means a shorter history, but Espathra has appeared steadily across every generation since.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
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 IXSVDebut
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A