The stat budget goes to damage. Attack and Sp. Atk carry the offense, Sp. Def doesn't even come close. An Apple Wing Pokemon on a standard growth curve, worth 2 Attack EVs per KO.
It flutters around while seeking an opening in the opponent’s guard, then attacks by spitting acidic liquid strong enough to melt metal.
It uses its own body fluid to repair its apple. Strong Flapple that have won many battles have apples that are clay colored all over.
Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug, Dragon, and Fairy moves hit Flapple for super-effective damage. Ice hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. 4 resistances help offset the weaknesses.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Ice |
| 2x (Weak) | Poison, Flying, Bug, Dragon, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Ground |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Water, Electric, Grass |
Archaludon can KO Flapple with Dragon Pulse (145-171%). Volcarona's Heat Wave hits Flapple for 80-94%. Glimmora deals 58-68% with Power Gem.
 Archaludon SteelDragon | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityStamina ItemAssault Vest NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Flapple View Archaludon builds →Flash Cannon68-80% Dragon Pulse 2x145-171%KO | ||
 Volcarona BugFire | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemGrassyseed NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Flapple View Volcarona builds →Heat Wave80-94% | ||
 Glimmora RockPoison | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityToxicdebris ItemRed Card NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Flapple View Glimmora builds →Power Gem58-68% | ||
 Talonflame Fire | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves View Talonflame builds →
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 Whimsicott GrassFairy | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityPrankster ItemCovert Cloak NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Flapple View Whimsicott builds →Moonblast 2x90-106%KO | ||
You get Flapple from Applin using a Tart Apple. It's one of 3 possible evolutions in this branching family, each requiring its own method. Breed through Applin to get eggs. Both Flapple and Appletun hit 485 total stats from Applin. The difference is how those stats are split. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Flapple to get Applin eggs easily using 72 partners from the Dragon and Plant egg groups.
One boost from Dragon Dance and Flapple gets dangerous fast. The Jolly nature targets max Attack and Speed, and Hustle backs the whole approach. Outrage and the remaining moves handle most of what's left standing.
Best Build
Flapple best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Grav Apple
- Outrage
- Sucker Punch
- Dragon Dance
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Grav Apple
- Sucker Punch
- Acrobatics
- Dragon Rush
Recommended Teammates
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Grav Apple
- Sucker Punch
- U Turn
- Draco Meteor
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Wallbreaker Moveset
- Grav Apple
- Dragon Rush
- Dual Wingbeat
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Revenge Killer Moveset
- Sucker Punch
- U Turn
- Grassy Glide
- Outrage
Recommended Teammates
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Grav Apple
- Sucker Punch
- Outrage
- Dragon Dance
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Level-up moves are just the starting point for Flapple. TMs unlock Ghost and Poison coverage and more and turn a straightforward STAB kit around Draco Meteor and Leaf Storm into something with actual range.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Don't skip the egg moves. Flapple picks up Defense Curl and Recycle only through breeding, and both fill gaps the natural movepool can't. STAB runs through Outrage and Solar Beam while coverage across 8 types adds range.
No wild encounters for Flapple. The 2-stage line runs through Applin, which you can catch at moderate rates from the locations below. Evolve through a special method once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Flapple in Scarlet & Violet
Applin is your first catch on the way to Flapple. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 10-35 across 20 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch ApplinCasseroya Lake - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.10-35 Water6%EarlyCasseroya Lake - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.10-35 Water6%EarlyEast Province (Area One) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.10-35 Route6%EarlyEast Province (Area One) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.10-35 Route6%EarlyEast Province (Area Two) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.10-35 Route6%EarlyEast Province (Area Two) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.10-35 Route6%EarlyNorth Province (Area One) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.10-35 Route6%EarlyNorth Province (Area One) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.10-35 Route6%EarlyNorth Province (Area Two) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.10-35 Route6%EarlyNorth Province (Area Two) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.10-35 Route6%EarlySouth Province (Area Four) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.10-35 Route6%EarlySouth Province (Area Four) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.10-35 Route6%EarlySouth Province (Area One) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.10-35 Route6%EarlySouth Province (Area One) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.10-35 Route6%EarlySouth Province (Area Two) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.10-35 Route6%EarlySouth Province (Area Two) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.10-35 Route6%EarlyTagtree Thicket - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.10-35 Forest6%EarlyTagtree Thicket - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.10-35 Forest6%EarlyWest Province (Area Three) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.10-35 Route6%EarlyWest Province (Area Three) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.10-35 Route6%Early
Step 2Flapple ✓
Standard wild encounters won't get you Flapple. You'll need shaking trees, available at 1 different locations. These become available in late-game encounter areas. The list below breaks down where and how each encounter works.
Where To Catch Flapple in Sword & Shield
To get Flapple, start by catching Applin through special and walking encounters at Lv. 13-48. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch ApplinChallenge BeachShieldShaking berry trees Lv.13-18 Water30%EarlyChallenge BeachSwordShaking berry trees Lv.13-18 Water30%EarlyFields of HonorSwordShaking berry trees Lv.13-1830%EarlyFields of HonorShieldShaking berry trees Lv.13-1830%EarlyForest of FocusSwordShaking berry trees Lv.13-18 Forest30%EarlyForest of FocusShieldShaking berry trees Lv.13-18 Forest30%EarlySoothing WetlandsSwordShaking berry trees Lv.13-18 Swamp30%EarlySoothing WetlandsShieldShaking berry trees Lv.13-18 Swamp30%EarlyTraining LowlandsSwordShaking berry trees Lv.16-2130%MidTraining LowlandsShieldShaking berry trees Lv.16-2130%MidLoop LagoonSwordShaking berry trees Lv.19-2430%MidLoop LagoonShieldShaking berry trees Lv.19-2430%MidGiant's MirrorShieldGrass Lv.26-2830%MidThunderstormGiant's MirrorSwordGrass Lv.26-2830%MidThunderstormRoute 5SwordGrass Lv.16-18 Route10%MidAll WeatherRoute 5ShieldGrass Lv.16-18 Route10%MidAll WeatherStony WildernessSwordGrass Lv.26-2810%MidThunderstormStony WildernessShieldGrass Lv.26-2810%MidThunderstormInsular SeaSwordShaking berry trees Lv.43-48 Water30%LateInsular SeaShieldShaking berry trees Lv.43-48 Water30%LateStepping-Stone SeaSwordShaking berry trees Lv.43-48 Water30%LateStepping-Stone SeaShieldShaking berry trees Lv.43-48 Water30%LateWorkout SeaShieldShaking berry trees Lv.43-48 Water30%LateWorkout SeaSwordShaking berry trees Lv.43-48 Water30%LateDusty BowlShieldGrass Lv.40-4510%LateNormal WeatherDusty BowlSwordGrass Lv.40-4510%LateNormal Weather
Step 2Flapple ✓Stepping-Stone SeaShaking berry trees Lv.43-48 Water10%Lateor evolve from Applin (Step 1)
We rate Flapple C-Tier: a situational pick that fills a niche. At 485 BST, it fits the attacker role. Base 110 Attack stands out.
Watch for Cloyster (Ice), Nidoking (Poison), and Salamence (Flying) when using Flapple. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Cloyster is the most dangerous since Ice moves deal 4x damage. Bug, Dragon, and Fairy-type attackers are also a problem. With 6 weakness types, most competitive teams carry at least one counter.
Ripen doubles the effect of berries. That's the one you want on Flapple. Hustle is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Gluttony works too if your team needs something different.
Base 70 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Flapple is a mixed attacker with base 110 Attack and 95 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two. Best used as an attacker.
Run Gravapple, Outrage, Sucker Punch, and Dragon Dance on Flapple. Gravapple is the most common pick at 25% usage. Outrage provides reliable STAB damage.
Since debuting in Sword & Shield, Flapple has appeared in 2 titles over 3 generations. Along the way, it received a Gigantamax form in Generation 8, keeping it relevant across different competitive metas.
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