Swirlix is technically a pre-evolution of Slurpuff, but it holds its own in formats where Eviolite is allowed. Dragon moves can't touch it, and only 2 types hit it super-effectively. Known as the Cotton Candy Pokemon. Flexible enough to run physical or special sets.
Swirlix's stats barely vary. 0 sit in respectable range with no real gaps. It's a blank slate for EV investment. Worth 1 Defense EV, medium-fast 1M XP curve to max.
It eats its own weight in sugar every day. If it doesn’t get enough sugar, it becomes incredibly grumpy.
The sweet smell of cotton candy perfumes Swirlix’s fluffy fur. This Pokémon spits out sticky string to tangle up its enemies.
Swirlix Weakness
GoodSwirlix is weak to Poison and Steel-type moves. On the flip side, it's immune to Dragon-type moves entirely. Only 2 weaknesses makes it relatively easy to build around defensively.
Evolving Swirlix into Slurpuff takes a trade. It's not a simple level-up, so check the chain details below. Evolving adds up to 139 stat points total.
How to Evolve
Breed Swirlix easily with 41 breeding partners from the Fairy egg group. Pass egg moves like After You, Copycat, Sticky Web and 1 more to offspring.
Focus Sash guarantees Swirlix survives one hit from full HP. That's enough to get Sticky Web up and fire off Yawn before going down. Unburden and max Attack and Speed EVs maximize first-turn impact.
Best Build
Best Swirlix Moveset
- Yawn
- Sticky Web
- Misty Explosion
- Safeguard
Recommended Teammates
Egg moves make a real difference. Swirlix gets After You and Copycat exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Coverage across 7 types rounds out the picture alongside Misty Explosion and Play Rough.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Swirlix's scattered across 6 spots in mid-game routes with high spawn rates. Check the list below for the closest location to wherever you are in the game. This one's quick.
Best Locations
You can find Swirlix through 6 walking encounters at Lv. 16-36. The list is sorted by game progression, so the earliest accessible spots show up first.
Swirlix isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Slurpuff to unlock its full potential. At 341 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Swirlix evolves into Slurpuff while holding a Whipped Dream. Swirlix is the base form of this evolutionary line.
Sweet Veil is the go-to ability for Swirlix. It prevents friendly Pokémon from sleeping. Its hidden ability Unburden can work in specific setups.
Swirlix fills the balanced role. It's leaning toward the special side (base 59 Sp. Atk). Base 49 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go.
Swirlix appears in 6 games, including X & Y, Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, and Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Introduced in X & Y, Swirlix 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