Mandibuzz's Dark/Flying typing gives it an immunity to Ground and Psychic. The 4 weaknesses are the tradeoff, but that immunity creates real opportunities. Flexible enough to run physical or special sets. Been around since Gen 5.
Mandibuzz's spread favors balanced defenses over offense. HP leads the defensive side, Sp. Atk eats the cost. Yields 2 Sp. Atk EVs per defeat. Slow 1.25M XP grind to level.
Although it’s a bit of a ruffian, this Pokémon will take lost Vullaby under its wing and care for them till they’re ready to leave the nest.
They adorn themselves with bones. There seem to be fashion trends among them, as different bones come into and fall out of popularity.
Mandibuzz Weakness
GoodType-wise, Mandibuzz takes extra damage from Electric, Ice, Rock, and Fairy. Ground and Psychic moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. Mandibuzz's overall bulk (110/105/95) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
Mandibuzz is the evolved form of Vullaby. Breeding produces Vullaby eggs, and they're average hatch time. Evolving from Vullaby gave Mandibuzz the biggest boost in HP (+40), bringing the total to 510 stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Mandibuzz to get Vullaby eggs using 39 partners from the Flying egg group. Notable egg moves include Mean Look, Roost, Toxic.
Mandibuzz's built to absorb hits. Impish nature leans into physical wall duty, Heavy-Duty Boots gives it hazard immunity on every switch-in, and Roost handles sustain. Overcoat and a spread EV build EVs tie the defensive profile together.
Best Build
Best Mandibuzz Moveset
- U Turn
- Roost
- Foul Play
- Defog
Recommended Teammates
Breeding's the move. Mean Look and Roost give Mandibuzz options it can't learn any other way, and coverage across 7 types already covers a decent range on top of Sky Attack and Brave Bird. The egg moves push it further.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
A solid number of locations for Mandibuzz with high spawn rates across endgame 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 Mandibuzz in Sword & Shield
To get Mandibuzz, start by catching Vullaby through walking encounters at Lv. 10-58. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch VullabyMODERATEPotbottom DesertOverworldLv.10-155%EarlyDesertSnowstormMODERATEPotbottom DesertOverworldLv.10-155%EarlyDesertThunderstormMODERATEPotbottom DesertOverworldLv.10-155%EarlyDesertIntense SunMODERATEPotbottom DesertOverworldLv.10-155%EarlyDesertSnowingMODERATEPotbottom DesertOverworldLv.10-155%EarlyDesertSandstormMODERATEPotbottom DesertOverworldLv.10-155%EarlyDesertRainingMODERATEPotbottom DesertOverworldLv.10-155%EarlyDesertHeavy FogMODERATEPotbottom DesertOverworldLv.10-155%EarlyDesertOvercastMODERATEPotbottom DesertOverworldLv.10-155%EarlyDesertNormal WeatherEASYBridge FieldGrassLv.26-2825%MidSandstormMODERATEStony Wilderness - 2OverworldLv.28-305%MidSnowstormMODERATEStony Wilderness - 2OverworldLv.28-305%MidThunderstormMODERATEStony Wilderness - 2OverworldLv.28-305%MidIntense SunMODERATEStony Wilderness - 2OverworldLv.28-305%MidSnowingMODERATEStony Wilderness - 2OverworldLv.28-305%MidSandstormMODERATEStony Wilderness - 2OverworldLv.28-305%MidRainingMODERATEStony Wilderness - 2OverworldLv.28-305%MidHeavy FogMODERATEStony Wilderness - 2OverworldLv.28-305%MidOvercastMODERATEStony Wilderness - 2OverworldLv.28-305%MidNormal WeatherMODERATERoute 8OverworldLv.39-4110%LateRouteAll Weather
Step 2Mandibuzz ✓EFFORTLESSDusty Bowl - FlyingOverworldLv.54100%PostNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSDusty Bowl - FlyingOverworldLv.54100%PostSnowstormEFFORTLESSDusty Bowl - FlyingOverworldLv.54100%PostThunderstormEFFORTLESSDusty Bowl - FlyingOverworldLv.54100%PostIntense SunEFFORTLESSDusty Bowl - FlyingOverworldLv.54100%PostSnowingEFFORTLESSDusty Bowl - FlyingOverworldLv.54100%PostSandstormEFFORTLESSDusty Bowl - FlyingOverworldLv.54100%PostRainingEFFORTLESSDusty Bowl - FlyingOverworldLv.54100%PostOvercastEFFORTLESSDusty Bowl - FlyingOverworldLv.5498%PostHeavy FogEASYLake of OutrageOverworldLv.55-5825%PostWaterNormal Weatheror evolve from Vullaby (Step 1)
Mandibuzz has a 510 base stat total and ranks as B-Tier — a solid choice for the right team. It works best as a support. Base 110 HP is where it shines.
Vullaby evolves into Mandibuzz at level 54. Mandibuzz is the fully evolved form. At 510 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Big Pecks is the go-to ability for Mandibuzz. It protects against Defense drops. Its hidden ability Weak Armor can work in specific setups. Overcoat is the other option — pick based on what your team needs.
Mandibuzz fills the support role. It's leaning toward the physical side (base 65 Attack). Base 80 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. And it's tanky enough to absorb a few hits.
Mandibuzz appears in 8 games, including Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, and X & Y.
Introduced in Black & White, Mandibuzz has appeared in 8 games across 5 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
- 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