Steenee's stats barely vary. None sit in respectable range with no real gaps. It's a blank slate for EV investment. Worth 2 Speed EVs, 1.06M XP medium-slow curve to max.
Steenee spreads a sweet scent that makes others feel invigorated. This same scent is popular for antiperspirants.
Steenee bounces energetically through forests. If the rind that peels off its body is pulverized, it can be used to treat stomach pains.
Type-wise, Steenee takes extra damage from Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, and Bug. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Water, Electric, Grass, Ground |
Kyurem can KO Steenee with Draco Meteor (155-182%). Braviary threatens a KO with U-turn (107-127%). Delphox's Flamethrower also KOs at 196-231%.
 Kyurem DragonIce | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemLoaded Dice NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Steenee View Kyurem builds →Icicle Spear 2x46-54% Draco Meteor155-182%KO | ||
 Braviary Normal | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityDefiant ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Steenee View Braviary builds →U Turn 2x107-127%KO Close Combat92-108%KO | ||
 Delphox FirePsychic | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityBlaze ItemDelphoxite NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Steenee View Delphox builds →Flamethrower 2x196-231%KO Psyshock87-103%KO | ||
 Toxapex PoisonWater | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves View Toxapex builds →
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 Galvantula BugElectric | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityCompoundeyes ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Steenee View Galvantula builds →Thunder53-63% | ||
Steenee is partway through a three-stage line between Bounsweet and Tsareena. The chain involves knowing a specific move, so it's not a straightforward grind. Speed has grown the most so far (+30), but there's still another 220 stats to gain in the final evolution. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Steenee to get Bounsweet eggs using 89 partners from the Plant egg group.
Best Build
No build content available for this Pokemon in Gen 9.
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No build content available for this Pokemon in Gen 8.
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No build content available for this Pokemon in Gen 7.
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Moves
TMs define Steenee's movepool. The natural moves cover basics with Leaf Storm and Solar Beam, but the real versatility comes from technical machines giving it Normal and Fairy coverage and more. That's where the options open up.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
The egg pool carries weight here. Acupressure and Endeavor aren't available any other way for Steenee, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Leaf Storm and Solar Beam for solid options.
The egg pool carries weight here. Acupressure and Charm aren't available any other way for Steenee, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Leaf Storm and Solar Beam for solid options.
The egg pool carries weight here. Acupressure and Charm aren't available any other way for Steenee, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Leaf Storm and Solar Beam for solid options.
moderate rates across 4 locations for Steenee in mid-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 Steenee in Scarlet & Violet
The path to Steenee starts with Bounsweet at Lv. 5-47 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch BounsweetCasseroya Lake - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.5-17 Water30%EarlyCasseroya Lake - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.5-17 Water30%EarlyEast Province (Area One) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.5-17 Route30%EarlyEast Province (Area One) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.5-17 Route30%EarlyEast Province (Area Two) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.5-17 Route30%EarlyEast Province (Area Two) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.5-17 Route30%EarlyNorth Province (Area One) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.5-17 Route30%EarlyNorth Province (Area One) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.5-17 Route30%EarlyNorth Province (Area Two) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.5-17 Route30%EarlyNorth Province (Area Two) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.5-17 Route30%EarlySouth Province (Area Four) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.5-17 Route30%EarlySouth Province (Area Four) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.5-17 Route30%EarlySouth Province (Area One) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.5-17 Route30%EarlySouth Province (Area One) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.5-17 Route30%EarlySouth Province (Area Two) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.5-17 Route30%EarlySouth Province (Area Two) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.5-17 Route30%EarlyTagtree Thicket - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.5-17 Forest30%EarlyTagtree Thicket - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.5-17 Forest30%EarlyWest Province (Area Three) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.5-17 Route30%EarlyWest Province (Area Three) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.5-17 Route30%Early
Step 2Steenee ✓East Province (Area One) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.21-47 Route9%MidEast Province (Area One) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.21-47 Route9%MidEast Province (Area One) - GrassScarletOverworld Lv.21-47 Route3%MidEast Province (Area One) - GrassVioletOverworld Lv.21-47 Route3%Midor evolve from Bounsweet (Step 1)
moderate rates across 2 locations for Steenee 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 Steenee in Sword & Shield
The path to Steenee starts with Bounsweet at Lv. 7-40 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch BounsweetRolling FieldsSwordGrass Lv.7-920%EarlyNormal WeatherRolling FieldsShieldGrass Lv.7-1020%EarlyNormal WeatherWatchtower RuinsSwordGrass Lv.11-14 Building20%EarlyOvercastWatchtower RuinsSwordGrass Lv.11-14 Building20%EarlyNormal WeatherWatchtower RuinsShieldGrass Lv.11-14 Building20%EarlyOvercastWatchtower RuinsShieldGrass Lv.11-14 Building20%EarlyNormal WeatherEast Lake AxewellSwordOverworld Lv.10-15 Cave15%EarlyNormal WeatherEast Lake AxewellShieldOverworld Lv.10-15 Cave15%EarlyNormal WeatherWest Lake AxewellSwordGrass Lv.7-11 Cave10%EarlyNormal WeatherWest Lake AxewellShieldGrass Lv.7-11 Cave10%EarlyNormal WeatherDappled GroveShieldGrass Lv.11-15 Forest5%EarlySandstormDappled GroveShieldGrass Lv.11-15 Forest5%EarlyNormal WeatherDappled GroveSwordGrass Lv.11-15 Forest5%EarlySandstormDappled GroveSwordGrass Lv.11-15 Forest5%EarlyNormal WeatherStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworld Lv.28-3060%MidRainingStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworld Lv.28-3060%MidRainingStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworld Lv.28-3050%MidOvercastStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworld Lv.28-3050%MidNormal WeatherStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworld Lv.28-3050%MidOvercastStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworld Lv.28-3050%MidNormal WeatherStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworld Lv.28-3045%MidIntense SunStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworld Lv.28-3035%MidIntense SunStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworld Lv.28-3035%MidSnowingStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworld Lv.28-3035%MidSnowstormStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworld Lv.28-3035%MidSandstormStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworld Lv.28-3035%MidHeavy FogStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworld Lv.28-3035%MidThunderstormStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworld Lv.28-3035%MidSnowingStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworld Lv.28-3035%MidSnowstormStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworld Lv.28-3035%MidSandstormStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworld Lv.28-3035%MidHeavy FogStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworld Lv.28-3035%MidThunderstorm
Step 2Steenee ✓Axew's EyeSwordGrass Lv.35-4010%LateNormal WeatherAxew's EyeShieldGrass Lv.35-4010%LateNormal Weatheror evolve from Bounsweet (Step 1)
Easy grab on Steenee with high spawn rates across 10 locations in mid-game routes. The sorted list below shows the full spread so you can pick the most convenient spot.
Where To Catch Steenee in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
The path to Steenee starts with Bounsweet at Lv. 19-22 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Obtain Bounsweet
Step 2Steenee ✓Lush Jungle - SouthUltra SunGrass Lv.19-22 Forest70%MidShaking spotLush Jungle - SouthUltra MoonGrass Lv.19-22 Forest70%MidShaking spotLush Jungle - WestUltra SunGrass Lv.19-22 Forest70%MidShaking spotLush Jungle - WestUltra MoonGrass Lv.19-22 Forest70%MidShaking spotLush Jungle - NorthUltra MoonGrass Lv.19-22 Forest10%MidLush Jungle - NorthUltra SunGrass Lv.19-22 Forest10%MidLush Jungle - SouthUltra MoonGrass Lv.19-22 Forest10%MidLush Jungle - SouthUltra SunGrass Lv.19-22 Forest10%MidLush Jungle - WestUltra SunGrass Lv.19-22 Forest10%MidLush Jungle - WestUltra MoonGrass Lv.19-22 Forest10%Midor evolve from Bounsweet (Step 1)
No wild encounters for Steenee here. It's available through an NPC trade at Seafolk Village. Check the location details below for what Pokemon the trader wants in return.
How to Obtain Steenee in Sun & Moon
Bounsweet is your first catch on the way to Steenee. You'll find trade and walking encounters from Lv. 16-43 across 6 total spots in the chain.
- Step 1Catch BounsweetLush Jungle - WestMoonGrass Lv.18-21 Forest40%MidLush Jungle - WestSunGrass Lv.18-21 Forest40%MidRoute 5MoonIn-game trade Lv.16 RouteMidTrade for (give Lillipup)Route 5SunIn-game trade Lv.16 RouteMidTrade for (give Lillipup)
- Step 2Steenee ✓Seafolk VillageSunIn-game trade Lv.43 CityLateTrade for (give Granbull)Seafolk VillageMoonIn-game trade Lv.43 CityLateTrade for (give Granbull)or evolve from Bounsweet (Step 1)
Steenee evolves into Tsareena after learning Stomp. One evolution, no branching. Solid jump from 290 BST.
Steenee does the job early-game if you need a Grass type on your team. Evolve it into Tsareena before the later gyms and it holds up fine through the story.
Steenee only appears in 4 games. Currently catchable in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon and Sun & Moon. First available in Scarlet & Violet.
Steenee can be found in Scarlet & Violet, Sword & Shield, Sun & Moon, and Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Introduced in Sun & Moon, Steenee has appeared in 4 games across 4 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
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