Farfetch'd Best Moveset
No Mega access, no evolution in this game, and a stat spread that caps at 90 Attack. Normal and Flying TermStab fires at 60 Speed cooldowns with moderate force. The moveset hits respectably but has no path to escalate beyond what the base stats offer.
377 BST was among the lowest for any Pokemon that wasn't a baby or first stage in Gen I (Red & Blue). Normal/Flying with no standout stat.
Utility Moveset
- Swords Dance
- Slash
- Agility
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Stick item doubled Farfetch'd's critical hit rate in Gen II (Gold & Silver). A unique gimmick, but crits on 90 Attack from 377 BST didn't threaten much.
Utility Moveset
- Agility
- Baton Pass
- Return
- Hidden Power Rock
Recommended Teammates
Keen Eye and Inner Focus were the ability options in Gen III (Ruby & Sapphire). Neither helped a Pokemon with 90 Attack and 55 Defense find a role.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Quick Attack
- Iron Tail
- Swords Dance
- Hidden Power Flying
Recommended Teammates
Physical/Special split didn't change much in Gen IV (Diamond & Pearl). Farfetch'd's 90 Attack was already physical. Swords Dance plus Stick crits was the best available set.
Best Moves
Best Build
Farfetch'd best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Leaf Blade
- Sand Attack
- Return
- U Turn
Recommended Teammates
Defiant punished Intimidate and stat drops in Gen V (Black & White). A useful ability on the wrong body. 90 Attack after one boost still fell short.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- U Turn
- Roost
- Brave Bird
- Leaf Blade
Recommended Teammates
Fell in Gen VI (X & Y) as power creep widened the gap. Farfetch'd needed something drastic. It took three more gens before the games gave it an evolution.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Aerial Ace
- Knock Off
- Roost
- Steel Wing
Recommended Teammates
Still waiting in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). The same 377 BST, the same Stick gimmick. One of the most iconic weak Pokemon in the franchise.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Brave Bird
- Knock Off
- Swords Dance
- First Impression
Recommended Teammates
Sirfetch'd arrived as a Galarian evolution in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield), but base Farfetch'd stayed behind. The original duck watched its regional variant succeed from the bottom.
Support Moveset
- U Turn
- Tailwind
- Defog
- Yawn
Recommended Teammates
Farfetch'd Weakness
Farfetch'd's Normal/Flying typing leaves it vulnerable to Electric, Ice, and Rock. It shrugs off Ground and Ghost-type attacks completely.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Ice, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Grass, Bug |
| 0x (Immune) | Ground, Ghost |
What is Farfetch'd Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Farfetch'd
Regieleki can KO Farfetch'd with Volt Switch (116-136%). Baxcalibur's Icicle Spear hits Farfetch'd for 65-77%. Terrakion's Stone Edge also KOs at 215-253%.
 Regieleki Electric | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityTransistor ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Farfetch'd View Regieleki builds →Volt Switch 2x116-136%KO Rapid Spin21-25% Rapid Spin21-25% Volt Switch 2x116-136%KO | ||
 Baxcalibur DragonIce | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityThermalexchange ItemLoaded Dice NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Farfetch'd View Baxcalibur builds →Icicle Spear 2x65-77% | ||
 Terrakion RockFighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityJustified ItemLeftovers NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Farfetch'd View Terrakion builds →Close Combat129-152%KO Stone Edge 2x215-253%KO | ||
Evolution
Farfetch'd is what Farfetch'd becomes. Breed it for Farfetch'd eggs (average hatch time). A massive partner pool for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Farfetch'd
Farfetch'd can't be caught in Legends: Z-A. Transfer Farfetch'd from Red & Blue, Yellow, or Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Farfetch'd in LZA
- Step 1Farfetch'd ✓LATER APPEARANCEfrom Red & BlueNot TradeableAppears in Red & Blue via In-game trade · Vermilion City · Trade for (give Spearow). Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom YellowNot TradeableAppears in Yellow via Walking · Route 13. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Gold & SilverNot TradeableAppears in Gold & Silver via Walking · Route 39. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom CrystalNot TradeableAppears in Crystal via Walking · Route 43. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom FireRed & LeafGreenNot TradeableAppears in FireRed & LeafGreen via In-game trade · Vermilion City · Trade for (give Spearow). Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Diamond & PearlNot TradeableAppears in Diamond & Pearl via Walking · Route 221 · Swarm active. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Evolve into Sirfetch'd
high spawn rates across 10 locations for Farfetch'd in mid-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Farfetch'd in BDSP
The path to Farfetch'd starts with Farfetch'd at Lv. 28-63 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Farfetch'd ✓Route 221Lv.28GrassRate 40%Swarm activeFountainspring CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameGrassland CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameSpacious CaveLv.58-63CavePost-gameSunlit CavernLv.58-63CavePost-game- Step 2Evolve into Sirfetch'd
moderate rates across 2 encounter spots for Farfetch'd. That's the kind of hunt where you pick one location and settle in. Sort by Best below to see where the odds are highest.
Where To Catch Farfetch'd in SwSh
Step 1Farfetch'd ✓Route 5Lv.19-21OverworldSwordRate 5%All WeatherGiant's MirrorLv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 5%Overcast- Step 2Evolve into Sirfetch'dBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Sirfetch'd egg.
Farfetch'd starts showing up in late-game routes at moderate rates across 4 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Best Locations to Catch Farfetch'd in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
Base Stats
Nothing fancy in Farfetch'd's spread. It leans physical with Attack out front. And you'll get 1 Attack EV per KO for it. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
The Farfetch’d of the Galar region are brave warriors, and they wield thick, tough leeks in battle.
Farfetch'd Guide
At 377 BST, Farfetch'd is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Not competitive in its current form.
Watch for Raikou (Electric), Lapras (Ice), and Aerodactyl (Rock) when using Farfetch'd. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB.
Keen Eye prevents accuracy from being lowered. That's the one you want on Farfetch'd. Defiant is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Inner Focus works too if your team needs something different.
Farfetch'd is a physical attacker with base 90 Attack. Fragile, can't afford to take many hits, too. Speed tells the real story. At base 60 Speed, it won't be moving first often.
Farfetch'd at 377 BST is a stepping stone. Evolve it when you can for a real stat jump.
Game Availability
Available since Red & Blue, Farfetchd appears in 20 games spanning 10 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained a Galarian form in Generation 8.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1RBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwShGalarian
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves