Bulk defines Sylveon's stat line. Sp. Def and Sp. Atk anchor the defensive side, but Speed can't keep up offensively. Tough to catch and worth 2 Sp. Def EVs.
This Pokémon uses its ribbonlike feelers to send a soothing aura into its opponents, erasing their hostility.
Sylveon cuts an elegant figure as it dances lightly around, feelers fluttering, but its piercing moves aim straight for its opponents’ weak spots.
Sylveon is weak to Poison and Steel. On the flip side, it's immune to Dragon-type moves entirely. Sylveon's special bulk (base 130 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Poison, Steel |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fighting, Bug, Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Dragon |
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityInfiltrator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Sylveon View Noivern builds →U Turn4-5% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityStormdrain ItemRocky Helmet NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Sylveon View Gastrodon builds →Ice Beam12-15% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySand Stream ItemRocky Helmet NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Sylveon View Hippowdon builds →Earthquake30-35% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityOvercoat ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Sylveon View Mandibuzz builds →U Turn4-5% | ||
 | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityPrankster ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Sylveon View Sableye builds →Knock Off7-8% | ||
Eevee's line splits into 8 evolutions, and Sylveon is the level-up path. Each sibling form needs a different method to obtain. Breed through Eevee to get eggs. Sylveon and Vaporeon share the same 525 total stats, but they're distributed differently. Check the comparison below to see where each one specializes. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Sylveon to get Eevee eggs (with patience) using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
Sylveon's built to absorb hits. Bold nature leans into physical wall duty, Leftovers gives it passive recovery each turn, and Wish handles sustain. Pixilate and max HP and Defense EVs tie the defensive profile together.
Best Build
Sylveon best EVs are HP and Defense
Wall Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Wish
- Calm Mind
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Tank Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Protect
- Yawn
- Quick Attack
Recommended Teammates
Special Tank Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Calm Mind
- Shadow Ball
- Moonblast
Doubles Special Tank Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Protect
- Yawn
- Quick Attack
Recommended Teammates
Special Tank Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Calm Mind
- Shadow Ball
- Moonblast
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Special Tank Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Psyshock
- Mystical Fire
- Quick Attack
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Tank Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Shadow Ball
- Mystical Fire
- Calm Mind
Recommended Teammates
Wall Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Wish
- Protect
- Calm Mind
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Leveling does the heavy lifting. Sylveon picks up Double-Edge and Take Down along the way, building toward a complete offensive set. TMs add Dark and Normal coverage and more, but the foundation's already strong by then.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
TMs carry this one. Sylveon learns Moonblast and Dazzling Gleam naturally for STAB, but the offensive range comes almost entirely from technical machines. Dark and Normal and beyond give it real matchup play.
A solid spread overall. Sylveon gets Play Rough and Dazzling Gleam for same-type damage alongside Normal and Steel coverage and more. It won't blow anyone away, but it doesn't leave you stuck either.
Egg moves make a real difference. Sylveon gets Curse and Detect exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Coverage across 9 types rounds out the picture alongside Misty Explosion and Moonblast.
You'll want late-game access before hunting Sylveon. Low spawn rates across 4 encounter spots means the location matters. Sort by Best below and target the top-rated area first.
Where To Catch Sylveon in Scarlet & Violet
The path to Sylveon starts with Eevee at Lv. 11-65 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch EeveeSouth Province (Area Two) - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.11-30 Route6%EarlySouth Province (Area Two) - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.11-30 Route6%EarlyWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.11-30 Route6%EarlyWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.11-30 Route6%EarlySouth Province (Area Two) - Olive GroveScarletOverworld Lv.11-30 Route3%EarlySouth Province (Area Two) - Olive GroveVioletOverworld Lv.11-30 Route3%Early
Step 2Sylveon ✓South Province (Area Six) - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%LateSouth Province (Area Six) - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%LateWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%LateWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%Lateor evolve from Eevee (Step 1)
Sylveon isn't available in the wild in Legends: Z-A. Start by transferring Eevee from Red, Yellow, or Ultra Sun. The evolution path from Eevee to Sylveon is covered in the steps below.
A few locations for Sylveon with decent spawn 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 Sylveon in Legends: Arceus
To get Sylveon, start by catching Eevee through walking encounters at walking. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch EeveeHorseshoe PlainsGrassUncommonSpace-Time Distortion - Obsidian FieldlandsGrass DistortionUncommon
Step 2Sylveon ✓Space-Time Distortion - Coronet HighlandsGrass DistortionUncommonSpace-Time Distortion - Obsidian FieldlandsGrass DistortionUncommonor evolve from Eevee (Step 1)
Can't catch Sylveon directly. Start with Eevee at moderate rates from the locations below, then evolve with high friendship. The 2-stage line from Eevee to Sylveon is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Sylveon in Sword & Shield
To get Sylveon, start by catching Eevee through walking encounters at Lv. 14-65. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch EeveeRoute 4ShieldOverworld Lv.14-16 Route5%EarlyAll WeatherRoute 4SwordOverworld Lv.14-16 Route1%EarlyAll WeatherBallimere LakeShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Water5%PostNormal WeatherBallimere LakeSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Water5%PostNormal WeatherGiant's BedShieldOverworld Lv.60-655%PostNormal WeatherGiant's BedSwordOverworld Lv.60-655%PostNormal Weather
Step 2Sylveon ✓
We rate Sylveon B-Tier: a solid choice for the right team. At 525 BST, it fits the tank role. Base 130 Sp. Def stands out.
Cute Charm is the go-to ability for Sylveon. It has a 30% chance of infatuating attacking Pokémon on contact. Its hidden ability Pixilate can work in specific setups.
At base 60 Speed, it won't be moving first often. On offense, Sylveon is a special attacker with base 110 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Tanky enough to absorb a few hits. Best used as a tank.
The core moveset is Hypervoice, Wish, Calm Mind, and Protect. Hypervoice leads at 23% usage. This set covers the tank role with a mix of damage and utility.
Sylveon joined the series in X & Y and has been available in 8 titles so far. With 5 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
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- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XYDebut
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
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