Don't let the raw stats fool you. Chlorophyll doubles its Speed in sun, and that completely changes the math for Sawsbuck. Ghost moves can't touch it, which offsets the 6 weaknesses somewhat. Introduced in Gen 5.
Attack and Speed carry most of Sawsbuck's stat budget. Sp. Atk's the obvious dump stat. Moderately hard to find and yields 2 Attack EVs. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It’s said that Sawsbuck are calm and easy to tame during the season when they take on this form, so it’s the perfect time to make one your partner.
Though there are many enthusiasts for Sawsbuck as a species, this seasonal form in particular is not very popular.
Sawsbuck Weakness
VulnerableType-wise, Sawsbuck takes extra damage from Fire, Ice, Fighting, Poison, Flying, and Bug. Ghost moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. 4 resistances help offset the weaknesses. Sap Sipper grants an additional Grass immunity, reshaping the matchup chart.
Evolved from Deerling. Sawsbuck is the final form in this two-stage line. A massive partner pool for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. Attack grew the most through evolution (+40 over Deerling), and Sawsbuck peaks at 475 total stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Sawsbuck to get Deerling eggs easily using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
the remaining moves is what separates a good sweep from a wasted boost. After Swords Dance, Sawsbuck threatens a wide range with max Attack and Speed EVs and Life Orb backing every hit.
Best Build
Best Sawsbuck Moveset
- Horn Leech
- Headbutt
- Swords Dance
- High Horsepower
Recommended Teammates
TMs carry this one. Sawsbuck learns Giga Impact and Hyper Beam naturally for STAB, but the offensive range comes almost entirely from technical machines. Bug and Fighting and beyond give it real matchup play.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
The egg pool carries weight here. Agility and Baton Pass aren't available any other way for Sawsbuck, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Giga Impact and Hyper Beam for solid options.
The egg pool carries weight here. Agility and Baton Pass aren't available any other way for Sawsbuck, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Giga Impact and Hyper Beam for solid options.
The egg pool carries weight here. Agility and Baton Pass aren't available any other way for Sawsbuck, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Giga Impact and Hyper Beam for solid options.
decent spawn rates for Sawsbuck across 22 locations in late-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Sawsbuck in Scarlet & Violet
The path to Sawsbuck starts with Deerling at Lv. 16-55 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch DeerlingEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area One) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.16-4054%MidRouteWinter FormEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area One) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.16-4054%MidRouteWinter FormEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area One) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.16-3242%MidRouteSummer FormEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area One) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.16-3242%MidRouteSummer FormEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area Two) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.16-3242%MidRouteSummer FormEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area Two) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.16-3242%MidRouteSummer FormEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Three) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.16-3542%MidRouteSelect formsEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Three) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.16-3542%MidRouteSelect formsEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Two) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.16-3542%MidRouteSelect formsEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Two) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.16-3542%MidRouteSelect formsEASYSouth Province (Area Five) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.16-3224%MidRouteSpring FormEASYSouth Province (Area Five) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.16-3224%MidRouteSpring FormEASYSouth Province (Area Four) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.16-3224%MidRouteSpring FormEASYSouth Province (Area Four) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.16-3224%MidRouteSpring FormEASYSouth Province (Area One) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.16-3224%MidRouteSpring FormEASYSouth Province (Area One) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.16-3224%MidRouteSpring FormEASYCasseroya Lake - ForestVioletOverworldLv.34-5520%LateWaterSelect formsEASYCasseroya Lake - ForestScarletOverworldLv.34-5520%LateWaterSelect formsEASYWest Province (Area Three) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.34-5520%LateRouteSelect formsEASYWest Province (Area Three) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.34-5520%LateRouteSelect formsMODERATENorth Province (Area One) - SnowVioletOverworldLv.34-5512%LateRouteWinter FormMODERATENorth Province (Area One) - SnowScarletOverworldLv.34-5512%LateRouteWinter Form
Step 2Sawsbuck ✓EASYNorth Province (Area One) - MountainVioletOverworldLv.34-5524%LateRouteWinter FormEASYNorth Province (Area One) - MountainScarletOverworldLv.34-5524%LateRouteWinter FormEASYCasseroya Lake - ForestVioletOverworldLv.34-5520%LateWaterSelect formsEASYCasseroya Lake - ForestScarletOverworldLv.34-5520%LateWaterSelect formsEASYEast Province (Area One) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.34-5520%LateRouteSummer FormEASYEast Province (Area One) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.34-5520%LateRouteSummer FormEASYEast Province (Area Two) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.34-5520%LateRouteSummer FormEASYEast Province (Area Two) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.34-5520%LateRouteSummer FormEASYSouth Province (Area Five) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.34-5520%LateRouteSpring FormEASYSouth Province (Area Five) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.34-5520%LateRouteSpring FormEASYSouth Province (Area Four) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.34-5520%LateRouteSpring FormEASYSouth Province (Area Four) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.34-5520%LateRouteSpring FormEASYSouth Province (Area One) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.34-5520%LateRouteSpring FormEASYSouth Province (Area One) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.34-5520%LateRouteSpring FormEASYWest Province (Area Three) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.34-5520%LateRouteSelect formsEASYWest Province (Area Three) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.34-5520%LateRouteSelect formsMODERATENorth Province (Area One) - SnowVioletOverworldLv.34-5512%LateRouteWinter FormMODERATENorth Province (Area One) - SnowScarletOverworldLv.34-5512%LateRouteWinter FormCHALLENGINGWest Province (Area Three) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.34-554%LateRouteSelect formsCHALLENGINGWest Province (Area Three) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.34-554%LateRouteSelect formsCHALLENGINGWest Province (Area Two) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.34-554%LateRouteSelect formsCHALLENGINGWest Province (Area Two) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.34-554%LateRouteSelect formsor evolve from Deerling (Step 1)
No wild encounters for Sawsbuck in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Bring Deerling over from Black, Black 2, or Scarlet, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Sawsbuck in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Step 1Obtain DeerlingAlso found in:
Step 2Sawsbuck ✓
Sawsbuck can't be caught in Sun & Moon. Transfer Deerling from Black, Black 2, or Scarlet and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Sawsbuck in Sun & Moon
- Step 1Obtain Deerling
Also found in:
- Step 2Sawsbuck ✓
You're catching Deerling first, not Sawsbuck. Deerling appears at solid rates in the encounters below. The step cards map the full 2-stage line with evolution methods between each stage.
How to Obtain Sawsbuck in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire
Step 1Catch DeerlingEFFORTLESSRoute 117Omega RubyGrassLv.1435%EarlyRouteDexNav chainEFFORTLESSRoute 117Alpha SapphireGrassLv.1435%EarlyRouteDexNav chain
Step 2Sawsbuck ✓
Chlorophyll changes the entire equation for Sawsbuck. The 475 BST doesn't tell the full story. Ranked C-Tier as an attacker.
Deerling evolves into Sawsbuck at level 34. Sawsbuck is the fully evolved form. It sits at 475 BST in its evolved form.
Chlorophyll is what you want on Sawsbuck. Every competitive set worth running is built with that ability in mind. The alternatives (Sap Sipper, Serene Grace) work on paper but Chlorophyll is what makes Sawsbuck worth using.
Base 95 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Sawsbuck is a physical attacker with base 100 Attack. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two. Best used as an attacker.
Sawsbuck appears in 7 games, including Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, and X & Y.
Sawsbuck joined the series in Black & White and has been available in 7 titles so far. With 5 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
- 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