Ferrothorn was practically built for Trick Room teams. 131 base Defense provides real offensive pressure once it's 'fastest' on the field. Poison moves can't touch it, and only 2 types hit it super-effectively. Known as the Thorn Pod Pokemon.
Defense leads and Speed gets almost nothing. That's Ferrothorn's stat line in a nutshell. 3 stats sit in respectable range, but the spread is brutal. Moderately hard to find and yields 2 Defense EVs.
It fights by swinging around its three spiky feelers. A hit from these steel spikes can reduce a boulder to rubble.
They attach themselves to cave ceilings, firing steel spikes at targets passing beneath them.
Ferrothorn Weakness
ExcellentType-wise, Ferrothorn takes extra damage from Fire and Fighting. Watch out for Fire attacks, those deal 4x damage. Poison moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. With 10 resistances, the defensive profile is strong. Ferrothorn's overall bulk (74/131/116) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
Evolved from Ferroseed. Ferrothorn is the final form in this two-stage line. Plenty of partners for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. Attack grew the most through evolution (+44 over Ferroseed), and Ferrothorn peaks at 489 total stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Ferrothorn to get Ferroseed eggs easily using 57 partners from the Plant and Mineral egg groups. Notable egg moves include Bullet Seed, Gravity, Leech Seed and 5 more.
The build centers on Stealth Rock and survivability. Leftovers means passive recovery each turn, and max HP and Sp. Def EVs give Ferrothorn the bulk to set up repeatedly. Iron Barbs adds another layer of staying power.
Best Build
Best Ferrothorn Moveset
- Spikes
- Power Whip
- Stealth Rock
- Gyro Ball
Recommended Teammates
Stall teams hate this. Ferrothorn can spread damage across 10 types, with Normal and Rock punishing common defensive pivots. STAB from Power Whip and Solar Beam keeps the pressure honest on everything else.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Ferrothorn doesn't appear wild. Catch Ferroseed instead, it shows up at decent rates. Evolve it at level 40 to get Ferrothorn. The 2-stage line is mapped in the step cards below.
How to Obtain Ferrothorn in Black & White
Ferroseed is your first catch on the way to Ferrothorn. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 24-27 across 6 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch FerroseedEASYChargestone Cave - 1FBlackGrassLv.24-25UncommonMidCaveAnyEASYChargestone Cave - 1FWhiteGrassLv.24-25UncommonMidCaveAnyEASYChargestone Cave - B1FBlackGrassLv.25-26UncommonMidCaveAnyEASYChargestone Cave - B1FWhiteGrassLv.25-26UncommonMidCaveAnyEASYChargestone Cave - B2FWhiteGrassLv.26-27UncommonMidCaveAnyEASYChargestone Cave - B2FBlackGrassLv.26-27UncommonMidCaveAny
Step 2Ferrothorn ✓
We rate Ferrothorn A-Tier — a strong competitive pick. At 489 BST, it fits the hazard setter role. Base 131 Defense stands out.
Ferrothorn's biggest threats include Infernape (Fire) and Lucario (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Infernape is the most dangerous since Fire moves deal 4x damage. Only 2 weaknesses means fewer dedicated counters to worry about. At base 20 Speed, Ferrothorn won't outrun any of these threats so switching to a resist is usually the safer play.
Ferroseed evolves into Ferrothorn at level 40. Ferrothorn is the fully evolved form. At 489 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Iron Barbs is the go-to ability for Ferrothorn. It damages attacking Pokémon for 1/8 their max HP on contact. Its hidden ability Anticipation can work in specific setups.
Base 20 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. On offense, Ferrothorn is leaning toward the physical side (base 94 Attack). Defensively? Tanky enough to absorb a few hits. Best used as a hazard setter.
Ferrothorn appears in 7 games, including Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, and X & Y.
Ferrothorn joined the series in Black & White and has been available in 7 titles so far. With 5 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
- 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 VBWDebut
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