Finneon Best Moveset
Water at 49 Sp. Atk and 66 Speed. AbilityStorm Drain redirects Water moves and boosts Sp. Atk. The stats are pre-evolution level and the moveset can't compete. Evolve to Lumineon for 91 Speed and the Storm Drain redirect that has niche doubles value.
Finneon saw minimal competitive use in Gen IV (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum). This was Finneon's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Swiftswim with Life Orb, favoring a Modest nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Finneon best EVs are Speed and Sp. Atk
Special Sweeper Moveset
- U Turn
- Surf
- Ice Beam
- Return
Recommended Teammates
Finneon saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). Finneon maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Stormdrain with Expert Belt, favoring a Modest nature.
Utility Moveset
- U Turn
- Scald
- Hidden Power Grass
- Ice Beam
Recommended Teammates
Finneon saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). Finneon maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Swiftswim with Splashplate, favoring a Lonely nature.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Dive
- Bounce
- Attract
- Hidden Power Grass
Recommended Teammates
Finneon saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Finneon maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Swiftswim with Flyiniumz, favoring a Timid nature.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Scald
- Defog
- Hidden Power Fighting
- Icy Wind
Recommended Teammates
Finneon saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Finneon maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Stormdrain with Focus Sash, favoring a Calm nature.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Hydro Pump
- Protect
- Attract
- Surf
Recommended Teammates
Finneon Weakness
Finneon is weak to Electric and Grass. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. Storm Drain grants an additional Water immunity, reshaping the matchup chart.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Grass |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Ice, Steel |
What is Finneon Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Finneon
Jolteon can KO Finneon with Thunderbolt (126-149%). Venusaur threatens a KO with Giga Drain (86-102%).
 Jolteon Electric | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityVoltabsorb ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Finneon View Jolteon builds →Volt Switch 2x99-116%KO Thunderbolt 2x126-149%KO Shadow Ball37-44% | ||
 Venusaur GrassPoison | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityChlorophyll ItemLife Orb NatureNaive Moves
Damage vs Finneon View Venusaur builds →Giga Drain 2x86-102%KO Sludge Bomb52-61% | ||
Evolution
Finneon evolves into Lumineon. It's a two-stage chain with the method shown below. A decent partner pool for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. Evolving adds up to 130 stat points total. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Finneon easily with 34 breeding partners from the Water2 egg group.
How to Get Finneon
Finneon's scattered across 10 spots in mid-game routes with high spawn rates. Check the list below for the closest location to wherever you are in the game. This one's quick.
Where To Catch Finneon in SV
Finneon is your first catch on the way to Finneon. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 17-80 across 20 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Finneon ✓North Paldean Sea - OceanLv.17-35OverworldRate 36%West Paldean Sea - OceanLv.17-35OverworldRate 36%Coastal BiomeLv.50-80OverworldPolar BiomeLv.50-80OverworldCoastal BiomeLv.59Overworld
Step 2Catch or Evolve into LumineonNorth Paldean Sea - OceanLv.31-50OverworldRate 12%West Paldean Sea - OceanLv.31-50OverworldRate 12%Coastal BiomeLv.50-80OverworldPolar BiomeLv.50-80OverworldCoastal BiomeLv.66Overworldor evolve from Finneon (Step 1)
Location info for Finneon in Winds & Waves isn't available yet. It can be found in Diamond & Pearl, Platinum, or Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire in other games.
How to Obtain Finneon in WW
- Step 1Finneon ✓LATER APPEARANCEfrom Diamond & PearlNot TradeableAppears in Diamond & Pearl via Good rod · Route 220. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom PlatinumNot TradeableAppears in Platinum via Good rod · Route 218. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black & WhiteNot TradeableAppears in Black & White via Super rod · P2 Laboratory. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black 2 & White 2Not TradeableAppears in Black 2 & White 2 via Super rod · Route 17. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire via Walking · Route 131 · DexNav chain. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Evolve into Lumineon
A few locations for Finneon with decent spawn rates across mid-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 Finneon in PLA
Step 1Finneon ✓Seagrass HavenLv.27-30GrassRate 15%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into LumineonSeagrass HavenLv.24-34GrassRate 15%or evolve from Finneon (Step 1)
high spawn rates in early-game fishing spots across 18 locations. Finneon's one of the easier catches on the list. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Finneon in BDSP
To get Finneon, start by catching Finneon through fishing encounters at Lv. 10-50. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Finneon ✓Canalave CityLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Fuego IronworksLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Iron Island - OutsideLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 205 - SouthLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 218Lv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 219Lv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 220Lv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Route 221Lv.10-25Good RodRate 35%Valley WindworksLv.10-25Good RodRate 35%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into LumineonCanalave CityLv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Fuego IronworksLv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Iron Island - OutsideLv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Route 205 - SouthLv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Route 218Lv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Route 219Lv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Route 221Lv.20-50Super RodRate 35%Valley WindworksLv.30-50Super RodRate 35%Route 220Lv.30-40Super RodRate 5%or evolve from Finneon (Step 1)
Base Stats
Finneon's stats barely vary. None sit in respectable range with no real gaps. It's a blank slate for EV investment. Worth 1 Speed EV, standard growth curve to max.
It absorbs sunlight with the pink areas of its skin, which then shine. This appears to be a form of camouflage.
Finneon Guide
Finneon does the job early-game if you need a Water type on your team. Evolve it into Lumineon before the later gyms and it holds up fine through the story.
Game Availability
Finneon first appeared in Diamond & Pearl and has been available in 13 games across 7 generations. Obtainable through catching or hatching as a base form in most titles where it appears.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DPDebut
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 8SwSh
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