Is Masquerain Good in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Playthrough?
Bug/Flying with AbilityIntimidate for Attack drops. Special Attack focused, which is unusual for a Bug. Outclassed by Vikavolt and Ribombee for the Bug slot on your team.
Surskit trades roughly evenly with Ilima's team.
Hala's team hits Surskit's weaknesses hard.
Lana's team hits Surskit's weaknesses hard.
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Surskit trades roughly evenly with Kiawe's team.
Masquerain has the type edge here and should clean up Mallow's team.
Surskit trades roughly evenly with Olivia's team.
Sophocles's team hits Masquerain's weaknesses hard.
Masquerain trades roughly evenly with Acerola's team.
Masquerain has the type edge here and should clean up Nanu's team.
Masquerain has the type edge here and should clean up Mina's team.
Masquerain has the type edge here and should clean up Hapu's team.
Masquerain trades roughly evenly with Molayne's team.
Masquerain trades roughly evenly with Olivia's team.
Masquerain has the type edge here and should clean up Acerola's team.
Masquerain trades roughly evenly with Kahili's team.
Masquerain trades roughly evenly with Kukui's team.
Catch Surskit on Brooklet Hill (walking, Lv 14-17).
Your Surskit should hit Level 22 before you reach Mallow, at typical leveling pace.
How to Get Masquerain in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
decent spawn rates across 2 locations for Masquerain in mid-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Masquerain in USUM
The path to Masquerain starts with Surskit at Lv. 14-28 via walking and surfing encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch SurskitBrooklet Hill - NorthLv.14-17Surfing on waterRate 40%NightBrooklet Hill - SouthLv.14-17Surfing on waterRate 40%NightBrooklet Hill - NorthLv.14-17GrassRate 20%NightBrooklet Hill - SouthLv.14-17GrassRate 20%Night
Step 2Masquerain ✓Malie GardenLv.25-28GrassRate 20%Nightor evolve from Surskit (Step 1)
Masquerain Weakness
Masquerain is weak to Rock, Fire, Electric, Ice, and Flying. Watch out for Rock attacks, those deal 4x damage. On the flip side, it's immune to Ground-type moves entirely. Masquerain leans toward special offense (base 100 Sp.Atk) instead of trying to wall anything.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Rock |
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Electric, Ice, Flying |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Bug |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Grass, Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Ground |
What is Masquerain Weak Against
VulnerableBest Pokemon Against Masquerain
 Jolteon Electric | B | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Eevee (Paniola Ranch Gift) | ||
 Salamence Dragon | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Salamence builds →Fly 2x125-148%KO Rock Tomb 4x113-133%KO Fire Fang 2x61-72% Thunder Fang 2x61-72% | ||
 Vikavolt BugElectric | B | |
Obtain MethodHeahea Beach Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Vikavolt builds →Thunderbolt 2x110-130%KO Air Slash 2x61-72% | ||
 Sudowoodo Rock | C | |
 Carbink RockFairy | C | |
Jolteon Electric | B | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Eevee (Paniola Ranch Gift) | ||
Salamence Dragon | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Salamence builds →Fly 2x134-159%KO Rock Tomb 4x122-144%KO Fire Fang 2x66-78% Thunder Fang 2x66-78% | ||
Vikavolt BugElectric | B | |
Obtain MethodHeahea Beach Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Vikavolt builds →Thunderbolt 2x119-141%KO Air Slash 2x66-78% | ||
Sudowoodo Rock | C | |
Carbink RockFairy | C | |
 Noctowl Normal | C | |
Jolteon Electric | B | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Eevee (Paniola Ranch Gift) | ||
Salamence Dragon | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Salamence builds →Fly 2x128-152%KO Rock Tomb 4x117-139%KO Fire Fang 2x63-75% Thunder Fang 2x63-75% | ||
Vikavolt BugElectric | B | |
Obtain MethodHeahea Beach Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Vikavolt builds →Thunderbolt 2x112-132%KO Air Slash 2x63-75% | ||
 Archen Rock | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 8 Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Archen builds →Rock Tomb 4x149-176%KO Wing Attack 2x75-88% | ||
 Lycanroc Rock | C | |
 Probopass RockSteel | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Probopass builds →Power Gem 4x126-148%KO Thunderbolt 2x46-54% | ||
 Toucannon Normal | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Toucannon builds →Beak Blast 2x134-159%KO Smack Down 4x92-108%KO Flame Charge 2x46-54% | ||
Noctowl Normal | C | |
Jolteon Electric | B | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Eevee (Paniola Ranch Gift) | ||
Lycanroc Rock | C | |
Available Move Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Lycanroc builds →Rock Slide 4x201-237%KO | ||
 Houndoom DarkFire | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Houndoom builds →Overheat 2x132-156%KO Thunder Fang 2x47-56% | ||
Probopass RockSteel | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Probopass builds →Power Gem 4x122-144%KO Thunderbolt 2x45-54% | ||
 Salazzle PoisonFire | B | |
Obtain MethodHeahea Beach Gift | ||
 Rampardos Rock | B | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Cranidos (Route 8 Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Rampardos builds →Rock Tomb 4x215-254%KO Thunderbolt 2x42-50% Ice Beam 2x42-50% | ||
Lycanroc Rock | C | |
 Volcarona BugFire | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Volcarona builds →Overheat 2x152-179%KO Hurricane 2x85-101%KO | ||
 Archeops Rock | B | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Archen (Route 8 Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Archeops builds →Rock Slide 4x225-265%KO Fly 2x134-158%KO | ||
Rampardos Rock | B | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Cranidos (Route 8 Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Rampardos builds →Rock Slide 4x257-302%KO Ice Beam 2x40-47% Thunderbolt 2x40-47% | ||
 Charizard Fire | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Charizard builds →Overheat 2x126-149%KO Air Slash 2x74-88% Rock Slide 4x97-115%KO | ||
Sudowoodo Rock | C | |
Available Move Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Sudowoodo builds →Head Smash 4x337-396%KO | ||
Archeops Rock | B | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Archen (Route 8 Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Archeops builds →Stone Edge 4x297-350%KO Fly 2x134-158%KO | ||
Lycanroc Rock | C | |
 Cranidos Rock | C | |
Obtain MethodRoute 8 Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Cranidos builds →Head Smash 4x405-477%KO Fire Blast 2x28-33% Ice Beam 2x24-28% Thunderbolt 2x24-28% | ||
 Minior Rock | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Minior builds →Power Gem 4x147-173%KO Acrobatics 2x63-75% Charge Beam 2x30-36% | ||
Rampardos Rock | B | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Cranidos (Route 8 Gift) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Rampardos builds →Head Smash 4x529-623%KO Fire Blast 2x48-57% Ice Beam 2x39-46% Thunderbolt 2x39-46% | ||
 Nihilego RockPoison | B | |
Obtain MethodUltra Space Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Nihilego builds →Power Gem 4x181-213%KO Thunderbolt 2x68-81% | ||
 Crustle BugRock | C | |
Obtain MethodUltra Space Wilds Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Crustle builds →Rock Wrecker 4x356-419%KO Aerial Ace 2x48-57% | ||
 Terrakion RockFighting | B | |
Obtain MethodUltra Space Wilds Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Terrakion builds →Stone Edge 4x285-335%KO Aerial Ace 2x58-68% | ||
Sudowoodo Rock | C | |
Available Move Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Sudowoodo builds →Head Smash 4x345-406%KO | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemEviolite NatureCalm Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Tangela builds →Giga Drain6-7% Knock Off14-16% Sludge Bomb27-32% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityOvercoat ItemFocus Sash NatureRash Moves View Leavanny builds →
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C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemLeftovers NatureHardy Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Claydol builds →Rapid Spin14-17% Psychic20-24% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Mesprit builds →Ice Beam 2x71-84% Psyshock32-37% Shadow Ball32-37% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityUnaware ItemLeftovers NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Masquerain View Quagsire builds →Scald17-20% | ||
Masquerain Evolutions
Masquerain is what Surskit becomes. Breed it for Surskit eggs (quick to hatch). Plenty of partners for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are quick to hatch. The evolution from Surskit pushed Masquerain to 454 total stats. Sp.Atk saw the largest single gain at +50. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Masquerain to get Surskit eggs easily using 77 partners from the Bug and Water1 egg groups. Notable egg moves include Aqua Jet, Bug Bite, Endure and 9 more.
USUM Masquerain Best Moveset
100 Sp. Atk at 80 Speed with AbilityIntimidate dropping opposing Attack on entry. Bug/Flying TermStab at moderate power. But 70/62/82 bulk and common weaknesses limit how many turns the moveset survives. Intimidate support is the main draw on a Pokemon the format mostly ignores.
Best Build
Masquerain best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Special Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Ice Beam
- Air Slash
- Quiver Dance
Recommended Teammates
Moves List
Egg moves make a real difference. Masquerain gets Aqua Jet and Bug Bite exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Coverage across 8 types rounds out the picture alongside Bug Buzz and Lunge.
How to Read the Moves Table
Tabs
- Level-Up
- Learned by leveling up.
- TM
- Taught by a Technical Machine.
- Egg
- Inherited via breeding.
- Tutor
- NPC tutor (cost: items, BP, money).
- Reminder
- An NPC reteaches any move this Pokemon could have learned by leveling up.
- Transfer
- Carried over from an older game using Pokemon HOME.
- Event
- Given out through Mystery Gift events.
Visual Signals
CAT (Category)
How the move deals damage and which stats it uses.
A small dot on the icon's corner marks the move as contact. That triggers abilities like Static, Flame Body, Rough Skin, or Iron Barbs, plus items like Rocky Helmet and Sticky Barb.
Tier (S to D)
Each move's competitive rank in RankedBoost's system. TM, Egg, and Tutor sort by tier by default (best first). On Level-Up, click the Tier header to do the same.
PWR (Power)
Base damage. Numbers shown in a type color include STAB (base × 1.5). Hover any colored number to see the math.
— means no power (status moves) or variable power.
Sorting & Filter
Click any column header to sort. Level-Up opens with Lv 1 at the top. TM, Egg, and Tutor open with the highest-tier moves at the top.
Search filters by move name or type. The Filter button limits the list to STAB, Physical, Special, or Status moves.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Base Stats
Masquerain intimidates enemies with the eyelike patterns of its eyespots. If that doesn’t work, it deftly makes its escape on its set of four wings.
Its thin, winglike antennae are highly absorbent. It waits out rainy days in tree hollows.
Masquerain Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Guide
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Masquerain looks average on paper at 454 BST. But Intimidate is why it sees play. Build around that and it pulls its weight. C-Tier attacker on our tier list. Bugbuzz with Choice Scarf is the standard set.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Masquerain's biggest threats include Tyranitar (Rock), Blaziken (Fire), and Jolteon (Electric), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Tyranitar is the most dangerous since Rock moves deal 4x damage. Ice and Flying-type attackers are also a problem. With 5 weakness types, most competitive teams carry at least one counter.
Masquerain gets Intimidate and Unnerve. But Intimidate is the one that matters. It's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that.
Masquerain is a special attacker with base 100 Sp. Atk. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 80 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. Fits the attacker role.
For Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, the core moveset is Bugbuzz, Ice Beam, Air Slash, and Quiver Dance. Bugbuzz leads at 0% usage. This set covers the attacker role with a mix of damage and utility.
Game Availability
Debuting in Ruby & Sapphire, Masquerain appears in 14 games across 8 generations. A reliable presence in a solid number of games, typically found through wild encounters.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RSDebut
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
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