Vivillon's Bug/Flying typing gives it an immunity to Ground. The 5 weaknesses are the tradeoff, but that immunity creates real opportunities. Been around since Gen 6. It sits at a decent but contested Speed tier.
Vivillon's built around special offense. Sp. Atk leads the charge, Defense pays for it. Tough to catch, worth 3 HP and Sp. Atk and Speed EVs. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
The patterns on this Pokémon depend on the climate and topography of the land it was born in. This form is from lands with little rain.
This Pokémon was born in a land with little rain. It scatters colorful, toxic scales from its wings during battle.
Vivillon Weakness
VulnerableType-wise, Vivillon takes extra damage from Rock, Fire, Electric, Ice, and Flying. Watch out for Rock attacks, those deal 4x damage. Ground moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. Vivillon leans toward special offense (base 90 Sp.Atk) instead of trying to wall anything.
Vivillon is the final form in a three-stage chain from Scatterbug through Spewpa. Breeding this form produces Scatterbug eggs (quick to hatch). Evolving from Scatterbug gave Vivillon the biggest boost in Sp.Atk (+63), bringing the total to 411 stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Vivillon to get Scatterbug eggs easily using 91 partners from the Bug egg group.
One boost from Quiver Dance and Vivillon gets dangerous fast. The Modest nature targets max Sp. Atk and Speed, and Compoundeyes backs the whole approach. Hurricane and utility options handle most of what's left standing.
Best Build
Best Vivillon Moveset
- Quiver Dance
- Sleep Powder
- Hurricane
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
TMs define Vivillon's movepool. The natural moves cover basics with Hurricane and Bug Buzz, but the real versatility comes from technical machines giving it Psychic and Fairy coverage and more. That's where the options open up.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Vivillon develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Bug Buzz and Hurricane show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
The egg pool carries weight here. Poison Powder and Rage Powder aren't available any other way for Vivillon, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Hurricane and Bug Buzz for solid options.
The egg pool carries weight here. Poison Powder and Rage Powder aren't available any other way for Vivillon, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Hurricane and Bug Buzz for solid options.
low spawn rates is the best you'll get on Vivillon in mid-game routes. Use the sort toggle below. Best shows where the odds peak, Earliest shows where you can access it soonest in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Vivillon in Scarlet & Violet
Scatterbug is your first catch on the way to Vivillon. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 4-50 across 36 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch ScatterbugEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area One) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.4-630%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area One) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.4-630%EarlyRoute
Step 2Catch or Evolve SpewpaMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.8-209%EarlyRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Five) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.8-209%EarlyRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Four) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.8-209%EarlyRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Four) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.8-209%EarlyRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area One) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.8-209%EarlyRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area One) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.8-209%EarlyRouteor evolve from Scatterbug (Step 1)
Step 3Vivillon ✓HARDAsado Desert - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.25-501%MidDesertHARDAsado Desert - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.25-501%MidDesertHARDEast Paldean Sea - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.25-501%MidWaterHARDEast Paldean Sea - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.25-501%MidWaterHARDGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.25-501%MidCaveHARDGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.25-501%MidCaveHARDNorth Province (Area One) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.25-501%MidRouteHARDNorth Province (Area One) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.25-501%MidRouteHARDNorth Province (Area Three) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.25-501%MidRouteHARDNorth Province (Area Three) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.25-501%MidRouteHARDNorth Province (Area Two) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.25-501%MidRouteHARDNorth Province (Area Two) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.25-501%MidRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Five) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.25-501%MidRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Five) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.25-501%MidRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Four) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.25-501%MidRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Four) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.25-501%MidRouteHARDSouth Province (Area One) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.25-501%MidRouteHARDSouth Province (Area One) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.25-501%MidRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Six) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.25-501%MidRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Six) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.25-501%MidRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Two) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.25-501%MidRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Two) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.25-501%MidRouteHARDTagtree Thicket - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.25-501%MidForestHARDTagtree Thicket - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.25-501%MidForestHARDThe Pokémon League - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.25-501%MidHARDThe Pokémon League - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.25-501%MidHARDWest Province (Area One) - Flower PatchVioletOverworldLv.25-501%MidRouteHARDWest Province (Area One) - Flower PatchScarletOverworldLv.25-501%MidRouteor evolve from Spewpa (Step 2)
Vivillon isn't available in the wild in Legends: Z-A. Start by transferring Scatterbug from X, Ultra Sun, or Scarlet. The evolution path from Scatterbug to Vivillon is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Vivillon in Legends: Z-A
- Step 1Obtain Scatterbug
Catch in the wild in:
Then trade to Legends: Z-A to continue the evolution chain.
Also found in:
- Step 2Evolve into Spewpa
- Step 3Vivillon ✓
You're catching Scatterbug first, not Vivillon. Scatterbug appears at moderate rates in the encounters below. The step cards map the full 3-stage chain with evolution methods between each stage.
How to Obtain Vivillon in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Step 1Catch ScatterbugHau'oli CityUltra SunGrassLv.9EarlyCityIsland Scan (Thursday)Hau'oli CityUltra MoonGrassLv.9EarlyCityIsland Scan (Thursday)
Step 2Evolve into Spewpa
Step 3Vivillon ✓
No wild encounters for Vivillon in Sun & Moon. Bring Scatterbug over from X, Ultra Sun, or Scarlet, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Vivillon in Sun & Moon
- Step 1Obtain Scatterbug
Catch in the wild in:
Then trade to Sun & Moon to continue the evolution chain.
Also found in:
- Step 2Evolve into Spewpa
- Step 3Vivillon ✓
Vivillon has a 411 base stat total and ranks as C-Tier — a situational pick that fills a niche. It works best as a balanced.
Vivillon's biggest threats include Aerodactyl (Rock), Arcanine (Fire), and Rotom (Electric), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Aerodactyl is the most dangerous since Rock moves deal 4x damage. Ice and Flying-type attackers are also a problem. With 5 weakness types, most competitive teams carry at least one counter.
Spewpa evolves into Vivillon at level 12. Vivillon is the final evolution in a 3-stage line starting from Scatterbug. It sits at 411 BST in its evolved form.
Shield Dust is the go-to ability for Vivillon. It protects against incoming moves' extra effects. Its hidden ability Friend Guard can work in specific setups. Compound Eyes is the other option — pick based on what your team needs.
Vivillon fills the balanced role. It's a special attacker with base 90 Sp. Atk. Base 89 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many.
Vivillon appears in 6 games, including X & Y, Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, and Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Introduced in X & Y, Vivillon 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