Sylveon Best Moveset
AbilityPixilate converts Normal moves to Fairy type and boosts them by 20%, turning MoveHyper Voice into a 117-power Fairy TermStab. 130 Sp. Def at 110 Sp. Atk absorbs special damage and fires back. Held ItemLeftovers with NatureModest runs a bulky special Fairy attacker. Tera Fairy amplifies the Pixilate-boosted damage further. C-Tier through Pixilate Hyper Voice.
Pixilate turned Normal moves into Fairy STAB in Gen VI (X & Y). Hyper Voice became a spread Fairy move. Wish plus Protect kept it healthy. Solid on debut.
Best Moves
Best Build
Sylveon best EVs are HP and Sp. Atk
Special Tank Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Wish
- Heal Bell
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Same Pixilate Hyper Voice formula in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). Calm Mind sets boosted while Wish healed. Two gens of consistency as the premier special Fairy wall.
Wall Moveset
- Wish
- Hyper Voice
- Heal Bell
- Light Screen
Recommended Teammates
Dropped in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). Faster and stronger Fairy-types like Clefable and Hatterene offered more utility. Pixilate Hyper Voice wasn't unique enough anymore.
Wall Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Wish
- Protect
- Calm Mind
Recommended Teammates
Fell further in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). Four gens since its peak. The Eeveelution Fairy couldn't compete with dedicated Fairy-types that had better abilities and wider movepools.
Special Tank Moveset
- Hyper Voice
- Calm Mind
- Wish
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Sylveon Weakness
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 |
What is Sylveon Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Sylveon
Noivern's Boomburst hits Sylveon for 38-44%.
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Recommended Build AbilityInfiltrator ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Sylveon View Noivern builds →Boomburst38-44% Flamethrower24-29% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityOvercoat ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves View Mandibuzz builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityPrankster ItemLeftovers NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Sylveon View Sableye builds →Knock Off7-8% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityDrizzle ItemDamprock NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Sylveon View Pelipper builds →Hurricane15-18% U Turn5-6% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityBulletproof ItemRocky Helmet NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Sylveon View Chesnaught builds →Knock Off9-11% | ||
Evolution
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.
How to Get Sylveon
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 SV
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 TownLv.11-30OverworldRate 6%West Province (Area Three) - Near TownLv.11-30OverworldRate 6%South Province (Area Two) - Olive GroveLv.11-30OverworldRate 3%
Step 2Sylveon ✓South Province (Area Six) - Near TownLv.35-65OverworldRate 1%West Province (Area Three) - Near TownLv.35-65OverworldRate 1%or evolve from Eevee (Step 1)
moderate rates across 1 locations for Sylveon in endgame 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 Sylveon in LZA
- Step 1Catch EeveeWild Zone 19Lv.48-49OverworldLegends: Z-A
- Step 2Sylveon ✓Wild Zone 20Lv.63-64OverworldLegends: Z-Aor evolve from Eevee (Step 1)
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 PLA
To get Sylveon, start by catching Eevee through walking encounters at Lv. 2-62. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch EeveeHorseshoe PlainsLv.2-6GrassRate 15%Space-Time Distortion - Obsidian FieldlandsLv.25-40CaveRate 15%
Step 2Sylveon ✓Space-Time Distortion - Obsidian FieldlandsLv.25-40CaveRate 15%Space-Time Distortion - Coronet HighlandsLv.48-62CaveRate 15%or 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 SwSh
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 4Lv.14-16OverworldShieldRate 5%All WeatherRoute 4Lv.14-16OverworldSwordRate 1%All WeatherBallimere LakeLv.60-65OverworldRate 5%Normal WeatherGiant's BedLv.60-65OverworldRate 5%Normal Weather
Step 2Sylveon ✓BREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Sylveon egg.
Base Stats
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 Guide
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, Calm Mind, Wish, and Protect. Hypervoice leads at 0% usage. This set covers the tank role with a mix of damage and utility.
Game Availability
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 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XYDebut
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves