Under Trick Room, Mudsdale's terrible Speed becomes its best asset — it 'outspeeds' nearly everything when turns are reversed. And it hits hard enough to make that matter. Electric moves can't touch it, and only 3 types hit it super-effectively. Built to hit on the physical side.
Mudsdale's all-in on Attack at the expense of Speed. The physical lean is obvious from the bars. Yields 2 Attack EVs and follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
This Pokémon has been treasured not just for its physical labor but also because it produces high-quality mud used for making pottery.
Its legs are fortified with mud and harder than stone, and they can reduce a large truck to scrap with one kick.
Mudsdale Weakness
AvgType-wise, Mudsdale takes extra damage from Water, Grass, and Ice. Electric moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. Mudsdale's overall bulk (100/100/85) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.
Mudsdale is the evolved form of Mudbray. Breeding produces Mudbray eggs, and they're average hatch time. Evolving from Mudbray gave Mudsdale the biggest boost in HP (+30), bringing the total to 500 stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Mudsdale to get Mudbray eggs easily using 195 partners from the Ground egg group. Notable egg moves include Double-Edge, Endeavor, Fissure and 2 more.
The build centers on Stealth Rock and survivability. Leftovers means passive recovery each turn, and max HP and Defense EVs give Mudsdale the bulk to set up repeatedly. Stamina adds another layer of staying power.
Best Build
Best Mudsdale Moveset
- Earthquake
- Stealth Rock
- Body Press
- Roar
Recommended Teammates
Breeding's the move. Double-Edge and Endeavor give Mudsdale options it can't learn any other way, and Fighting and Normal coverage and more already covers a decent range on top of Earthquake and High Horsepower. The egg moves push it further.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
moderate rates is the best you'll get on Mudsdale in mid-game routes. Use the sort toggle below. Best shows where the odds peak, Earliest shows where you can access it soonest in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Mudsdale in Scarlet & Violet
Mudbray is your first catch on the way to Mudsdale. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 16-49 across 40 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch MudbrayEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area One) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.16-3436%MidRouteEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area One) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.16-3436%MidRouteEFFORTLESSGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.16-3436%MidCaveEFFORTLESSGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.16-3436%MidCaveEFFORTLESSGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.16-3436%MidCaveEFFORTLESSGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.16-3436%MidCaveEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area One) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.16-3436%MidRouteEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area One) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.16-3436%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Five) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.16-3436%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Five) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.16-3436%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Four) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.16-3436%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Four) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.16-3436%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Six) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.16-3436%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Six) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.16-3436%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Two) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.16-3436%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Two) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.16-3436%MidRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area One) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.16-3436%MidRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area One) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.16-3436%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - SwampScarletOverworldLv.16-349%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - SwampVioletOverworldLv.16-349%MidRoute
Step 2Mudsdale ✓MODERATEEast Province (Area One) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.30-495%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area One) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.30-495%MidRouteMODERATEGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.30-495%MidCaveMODERATEGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.30-495%MidCaveMODERATEGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.30-495%MidCaveMODERATEGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.30-495%MidCaveMODERATENorth Province (Area One) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.30-495%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area One) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.30-495%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.30-495%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.30-495%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Four) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.30-495%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Four) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.30-495%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Six) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.30-495%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Six) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.30-495%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Two) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.30-495%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Two) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.30-495%MidRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area One) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.30-495%MidRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area One) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.30-495%MidRouteCHALLENGINGSouth Province (Area Five) - SwampScarletOverworldLv.30-492%MidRouteCHALLENGINGSouth Province (Area Five) - SwampVioletOverworldLv.30-492%MidRouteor evolve from Mudbray (Step 1)
Mudsdale has a 500 base stat total and ranks as A-Tier — a strong competitive pick. It works best as a wallbreaker. Base 125 Attack is where it shines.
Mudbray evolves into Mudsdale at level 30. Mudsdale is the fully evolved form. At 500 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Own Tempo is the go-to ability for Mudsdale. It prevents confusion. Its hidden ability Inner Focus can work in specific setups. Stamina is the other option — pick based on what your team needs.
Mudsdale fills the wallbreaker role. It's a physical attacker with base 125 Attack. Base 35 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. And it's tanky enough to absorb a few hits.
Mudsdale can be found in Scarlet & Violet, Sword & Shield, Sun & Moon, and Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Introduced in Sun & Moon, Mudsdale has appeared in 4 games across 3 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 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 VIISMDebut
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