Mid-stage Pokemon like Quilladin rarely see competitive play outside of special formats. It's a waypoint on the road to Chesnaught, which is where the real potential kicks in. Been around since Gen 6. Relies on priority moves or Scarf to keep up.
Quilladin's spread isn't flashy. Defense leads, Sp. Atk trails, 1 stats clear the bar. Tough to catch and worth 2 Defense EVs, on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
It relies on its sturdy shell to deflect predators’ attacks. It counterattacks with its sharp quills.
They strengthen their lower bodies by running into one another. They are very kind and won’t start fights.
Quilladin Weakness
FragileQuilladin's Grass typing leaves it vulnerable to Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, and Bug moves. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. Quilladin's physical bulk (base 95 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
Quilladin is the middle stage between Chespin and Chesnaught. It's a three-stage line with one more evolution to go. For breeding, average hatch time with no compatible partners via one egg group. So far, Defense got the biggest boost (+30 from Chespin). The final form adds another 125 stats on top.
How to Evolve
Breed with Quilladin to get Chespin eggs from the Ground egg group. Notable egg moves include Belly Drum, Curse, Defense Curl and 4 more.
Quilladin hasn't fully evolved, but Eviolite's 50% bulk boost makes it viable anyway. Calm nature with Defense and Sp. Def investment EVs shapes the defensive spread, and Overgrow adds utility.
Best Build
Best Quilladin Moveset
- Bulk Up
- Drain Punch
- Wood Hammer
- Thunder Punch
Recommended Teammates
STAB runs through Wood Hammer and Solar Beam for the basics, but Quilladin's real strength is the 10-type coverage spread. Normal and Rock hit common defensive types, and the movepool keeps going.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
You're catching Chespin first, not Quilladin. Chespin appears but it's a rare spawn in the encounters below. The step cards map the full 2-stage line with evolution methods between each stage.
How to Obtain Quilladin in X & Y
Chespin is your first catch on the way to Quilladin. You'll find gift encounters from Lv. 5+ across 4 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch ChespinMODERATEAquacorde TownYGift from NPCLv.5LimitedEarlyCityStarter choiceMODERATEAquacorde TownXGift from NPCLv.5LimitedEarlyCityStarter choiceLEGENDARYVaniville TownYIn-game tradeLv.5LimitedEarlyCityTrade any (post-Elite Four, Fennekin starter)LEGENDARYVaniville TownXIn-game tradeLv.5LimitedEarlyCityTrade any (post-Elite Four, Fennekin starter)
Step 2Quilladin ✓
Quilladin isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Chesnaught to unlock its full potential. At 405 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Chespin evolves into Quilladin at level 16. Quilladin evolves into Chesnaught at level 36. Quilladin is a middle-stage evolution in the Chespin line.
Overgrow strengthens grass moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less — that's the one you want on Quilladin. Bulletproof is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses.
Quilladin fills the balanced role. It's a physical attacker with base 78 Attack. At base 57 Speed, it won't be moving first often. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Quilladin appears in 6 games, including X & Y, Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, and Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Introduced in X & Y, Quilladin has appeared in 6 games across 4 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 VIXYDebut
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