Flaaffy sits in the middle of its evolution line — stronger than Mareep but not yet at full power. Most trainers push through to Ampharos as fast as possible. Flexible enough to run physical or special sets. Been around since Gen 2.
Flaaffy's spread isn't flashy. Sp. Atk leads, Speed trails, 1 stats clear the bar. Common in the wild and worth 2 Sp. Atk EVs, on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
As a result of storing too much electricity, it developed patches where even downy wool won’t grow.
Its fluffy fleece easily stores electricity. Its rubbery hide keeps it from being electrocuted.
Flaaffy Weakness
GoodFlaaffy is weak to Ground-type moves. Its Electric typing keeps the defensive matchups simple. Only 1 weakness makes it relatively easy to build around defensively.
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
Flaaffy is the middle stage between Mareep and Ampharos. It's a three-stage line with one more evolution to go. For breeding, average hatch time with a massive partner pool via two egg groups. HP has grown the most so far (+15), but there's still another 145 stats to gain in the final evolution.
How to Evolve
Breed with Flaaffy to get Mareep eggs easily using 131 partners from the Ground and Monster egg groups. Notable egg moves include Body Slam, Charge, Flatter and 6 more.
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Egg moves make a real difference. Flaaffy gets Body Slam and Charge exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Coverage across 7 types rounds out the picture alongside Thunder and Thunderbolt.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
Easy grab on Flaaffy with high spawn rates across 6 locations in early-game routes. The sorted list below shows the full spread so you can pick the most convenient spot.
Where To Catch Flaaffy in HeartGold & SoulSilver
Mareep is your first catch on the way to Flaaffy. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 6-17 across 14 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch MareepEFFORTLESSRoute 42HeartGoldGrassLv.13CommonEarlyRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 42SoulSilverGrassLv.13-15CommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 32HeartGoldGrassLv.6UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 32SoulSilverGrassLv.6UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 43SoulSilverGrassLv.15UncommonEarlyRouteMorning/dayEASYRoute 43HeartGoldGrassLv.15UncommonEarlyRouteMorning/dayCHALLENGINGRoute 43SoulSilverGrassLv.16RareMidRouteNightCHALLENGINGRoute 43HeartGoldGrassLv.16RareMidRouteNight
Step 2Flaaffy ✓EFFORTLESSRoute 43HeartGoldGrassLv.15-17CommonEarlyRouteDayEFFORTLESSRoute 43SoulSilverGrassLv.15CommonEarlyRouteMorning/nightEFFORTLESSRoute 43SoulSilverGrassLv.15-17CommonEarlyRouteDayEFFORTLESSRoute 43HeartGoldGrassLv.15CommonEarlyRouteMorning/nightEASYRoute 42HeartGoldGrassLv.15-17UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 42SoulSilverGrassLv.15-17UncommonEarlyRouteor evolve from Mareep (Step 1)
Flaaffy isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Ampharos to unlock its full potential. At 365 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Flaaffy's biggest threats include Golem (Ground), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Static is the go-to ability for Flaaffy. It has a 30% chance of paralyzing attacking Pokémon on contact. Its hidden ability Plus can work in specific setups.
Flaaffy fills the balanced role. It's a special attacker with base 80 Sp. Atk. Base 45 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go.
Flaaffy appears in 17 games, including Gold & Silver, Crystal, and Ruby & Sapphire.
Flaaffy first appeared in Gold & Silver and has been available in 17 games across 8 generations. Obtainable through catching or hatching as a base form in most titles where it appears.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGSDebut
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 IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A