Stantler is technically a pre-evolution of Wyrdeer, but it holds its own in formats where Eviolite is allowed. Ghost moves can't touch it, and only a single type hits it super-effectively. Known as the Big Horn Pokemon.
Stantler's built around mixed offense. Attack leads the charge, Defense pays for it. Tough to catch, worth 1 Attack EV. Follows a slow 1.25M XP grind.
The curved antlers subtly change the flow of air to create a strange space where reality is distorted.
Those who stare at its antlers will gradually lose control of their senses and be unable to stand.
Stantler Weakness
GoodType-wise, Stantler takes extra damage from Fighting. Ghost moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. Stantler leans offensive (base 95 Atk) rather than trying to tank its weaknesses.
- Dark and Steel types added — Fairy does not exist yet
- Moves are Physical or Special based on type, not per move
- Special stat split into Sp.Atk and Sp.Def
Evolving Stantler into Wyrdeer takes an evolution item. It's not a simple level-up, so check the chain details below. Evolving adds up to 60 stat points total.
How to Evolve
Breed Stantler easily with 66 breeding partners from the Ground egg group. Pass egg moves like Bite, Disable, Light Screen and 2 more to offspring.
Nothing fancy here. Stantler builds around Leftovers for passive recovery each turn, a nature nature for the right stat lean, and flexible EVs EVs. An ability does its job quietly.
Best Build
Best Stantler Moveset
- Earthquake
- Curse
- Return
- Hypnosis
Recommended Teammates
The egg pool carries weight here. Bite and Disable aren't available any other way for Stantler, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Take Down and Headbutt for solid options.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
high spawn rates in early-game routes across 4 locations. Stantler's one of the easier catches on the list. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Best Locations
4 spots to find Stantler at Lv. 13-15 via walking. Not all of them exist in both Gold and Silver versions, so filter by your copy below.
Stantler isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Wyrdeer to unlock its full potential. At 465 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Stantler's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Stantler evolves into Wyrdeer using a Psyshield Bash 20 Times In Agile Style. Stantler is the base form of this evolutionary line.
Stantler fills the balanced role. It's a physical attacker with base 95 Attack. Base 85 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Stantler appears in 17 games, including Gold & Silver, Crystal, and Ruby & Sapphire.
Stantler has been available in 17 games since Gold & Silver, though obtaining it requires an item-based evolution. This extra step makes it less common than Pokemon found through standard wild encounters.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGSDebut
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 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