Ribombee Best Moveset
124 Speed at 95 Sp. Atk on Bug/Fairy with AbilityShield Dust blocking secondary move effects like Scald burns or Thunderbolt paralysis. Held ItemFocus Sash with NatureTimid guarantees one hit survived. The moveset sets MoveSticky Web and fires fast Bug and Fairy TermStab. MoveQuiver Dance turns it into a setup threat. B-Tier through Speed and Shield Dust safety.
Sticky Web from 124 Speed in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). The fastest Web setter. Shield Dust blocked secondary effects. Set hazards and fired Moonblast before most leads could react.
Best Moves
Best Build
Ribombee best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Support Moveset
- Sticky Web
- Moonblast
- Stun Spore
- Hidden Power Fire
Recommended Teammates
Dropped in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). Heavy-Duty Boots ignored Sticky Web entirely. The hazard lost value when every team had a Boots user.
Support Moveset
- Sticky Web
- Moonblast
- Stun Spore
- U Turn
Recommended Teammates
Rose slightly in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). Sticky Web still slowed teams. Quiver Dance plus 124 Speed let Ribombee sweep in lower formats after setting web. Three gens of oscillation.
Support Moveset
- Sticky Web
- Moonblast
- Stun Spore
- Skill Swap
Recommended Teammates
Ribombee Weakness
Ribombee's Bug/Fairy typing leaves it vulnerable to Fire, Poison, Flying, Rock, and Steel. It shrugs off Dragon-type attacks completely. The Bug/Fairy typing picks up 5 resistances to work with. At base 124 Speed, Ribombee outspeeds most threats and doesn't need to tank what it can outrun.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Poison, Flying, Rock, Steel |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Grass, Ground, Bug, Dark |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Dragon |
What is Ribombee Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Ribombee
A | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Ribombee View Alomomola builds →Flip Turn20-24% Scald15-18% | ||
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityDragonsmaw ItemChoice Scarf NatureTimid Moves View Regidrago builds →
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B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemRocky Helmet NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Ribombee View Hydrapple builds →Giga Drain16-19% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityBulletproof ItemRocky Helmet NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Ribombee View Chesnaught builds →Knock Off14-17% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityOvercoat ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves View Mandibuzz builds →
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Evolution
Ribombee is what Cutiefly becomes. Breed it for Cutiefly eggs (average hatch time). Plenty of partners for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolution from Cutiefly pushed Ribombee to 464 total stats. Sp.Atk saw the largest single gain at +40. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Ribombee
A handful of locations for Ribombee with moderate rates across mid-game 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 Ribombee in SV
To get Ribombee, start by catching Cutiefly through walking encounters at Lv. 7-60. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch CutieflyKitakami RoadLv.7-60OverworldDayMossfell ConfluenceLv.7-60OverworldDayParadise BarrensLv.7-60OverworldDayWistful FieldsLv.7-60OverworldDay
Step 2Ribombee ✓Mossfell ConfluenceLv.25-60OverworldDayWistful FieldsLv.25-60OverworldDayor evolve from Cutiefly (Step 1)
high spawn rates for Ribombee across 4 locations in mid-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Ribombee in SwSh
The path to Ribombee starts with Cutiefly at Lv. 13-30 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch CutieflyRoute 4Lv.13-15GrassRate 5%All WeatherBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldRate 30%Normal WeatherBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldRate 30%Heavy FogMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28OverworldSwordRate 25%OvercastMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28OverworldSwordRate 25%SnowingBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldRate 25%OvercastMotostoke RiverbankLv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 25%OvercastMotostoke RiverbankLv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 25%SnowingBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldRate 20%Intense SunMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28OverworldSwordRate 10%Heavy FogMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28OverworldSwordRate 10%SnowstormMotostoke RiverbankLv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 10%Heavy FogMotostoke RiverbankLv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 10%SnowstormGiant's MirrorLv.28-30OverworldRate 5%Heavy Fog
Step 2Ribombee ✓Stony WildernessLv.27-29GrassRate 30%Normal WeatherStony WildernessLv.27-29GrassRate 20%Overcastor evolve from Cutiefly (Step 1)
A handful of locations for Ribombee with high spawn rates across late-game 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 Ribombee in USUM
To get Ribombee, start by catching Cutiefly through walking and gift encounters at Lv. 7-57. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch CutieflyRoute 3 - NorthLv.9-12GrassRate 30%Route 3 - SouthLv.9-12GrassRate 30%Melemele MeadowLv.9-12GrassUltra SunRate 20%Melemele MeadowLv.10-12GrassUltra MoonRate 20%Route 2 - NorthLv.7-10GrassRate 10%Poké Pelago - Ula'ula Island reachedLv.21-27Gift from NPCPoké Pelago - Poni Island reachedLv.37-43Gift from NPCPoké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedLv.49-55Gift from NPC
Step 2Ribombee ✓Ula'ula MeadowLv.33-36GrassRate 20%Poni MeadowLv.54-57GrassRate 30%Poni MeadowLv.54-57GrassRate 20%NightHeahea BeachLv.50Gift from NPCUltra SunTotem gift (100 stickers)or evolve from Cutiefly (Step 1)
high spawn rates across 4 locations for Ribombee in late-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 Ribombee in SM
The path to Ribombee starts with Cutiefly at Lv. 7-57 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch CutieflyMelemele MeadowLv.9-12GrassRate 30%Route 2 - NorthLv.7-10GrassRate 20%Route 3 - NorthLv.9-12GrassRate 20%Route 3 - SouthLv.9-12GrassRate 20%
Step 2Ribombee ✓Ula'ula MeadowLv.31-34GrassRate 30%Poni MeadowLv.54-57GrassRate 30%or evolve from Cutiefly (Step 1)
Base Stats
Everything pushes toward special damage here. Ribombee's Speed does the work, Attack pays the price. But you're still getting 2 Speed EVs per KO. Moderately hard to find, on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
Ribombee absolutely hate getting wet or rained on. In the cloudy Galar region, they are very seldom seen.
Ribombee Guide
Ribombee works as a pivot with 464 BST behind it. B-Tier on our list: a solid choice for the right team. That 124 base Speed does the heavy lifting.
Watch for Infernape (Fire), Gengar (Poison), and Aerodactyl (Flying) when using Ribombee. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Rock and Steel-type attackers are also a problem. With 5 weakness types, most competitive teams carry at least one counter. Ribombee's base 124 Speed lets it outpace many threats and strike first, which matters more than trying to tank hits.
Honey Gather the Pokémon may pick up honey after battle. That's the one you want on Ribombee. Sweet Veil is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Shield Dust works too if your team needs something different.
Ribombee is a special attacker with base 95 Sp. Atk. Speed tells the real story. Base 124 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. Fits the pivot role.
Run Sticky Web, Moonblast, Stun Spore, and Skillswap on Ribombee. Sticky Web is the most common pick at 0% usage. Moonblast provides reliable STAB damage.
Game Availability
Since Sun & Moon, Ribombee has been obtainable in 4 games. A Generation 7 debut means a shorter history, but Ribombee has appeared steadily across every generation since.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
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 7SMDebut
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