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.
Vivillon with many different patterns are found all over the world. These patterns are affected by the climate of their habitat.
The patterns on this Pokémon’s wings depend on the climate and topography of its habitat. It scatters colorful scales.
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 from the Bug egg group. Notable egg moves include Poison Powder, Rage Powder, Stun Spore.
One boost from Quiver Dance and Vivillon gets dangerous fast. The Timid nature targets max Sp. Atk and Speed, and Compoundeyes backs the whole approach. Hurricane and the remaining moves handle most of what's left standing.
Best Build
Best Vivillon Moveset
- Hurricane
- Sleep Powder
- Quiver Dance
- Energy Ball
Recommended Teammates
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.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Event Moves
Can't catch Vivillon directly. Start with Scatterbug at solid rates from the locations below, then evolve at level 12. The 3-stage chain from Scatterbug to Vivillon is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Vivillon in X & Y
Scatterbug is your first catch on the way to Vivillon. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 2-15 across 6 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch ScatterbugEFFORTLESSSantalune ForestXGrassLv.2-3CommonEarlyForestEFFORTLESSSantalune ForestYGrassLv.2-3CommonEarlyForestEASYRoute 2XGrassLv.2-3UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 2YGrassLv.2-3UncommonEarlyRoute
Step 2Catch or Evolve SpewpaEASYRoute 7YGrassLv.14-15UncommonEarlyRoutePink berry treeEASYRoute 7XGrassLv.14-15UncommonEarlyRoutePink berry treeor evolve from Scatterbug (Step 1)
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