Vullaby Best Moveset
Dark/Flying at 75/65 defenses with AbilityOvercoat blocking weather and powder moves. Held ItemEviolite adds significant bulk since Mandibuzz exists. The moveset is a defensive pre-evolution that absorbs hits between pivots. Evolve to Mandibuzz for 110 HP and the A-Tier defensive utility.
Vullaby saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). This was Vullaby's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Bigpecks with Eviolite, favoring a Impish nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Vullaby best EVs are HP and Defense
Wall Moveset
- Roost
- Brave Bird
- Taunt
- Toxic
Recommended Teammates
Vullaby saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). Vullaby maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Overcoat with Eviolite, favoring a Impish nature.
Wall Moveset
- Defog
- Roost
- Foul Play
- U Turn
Recommended Teammates
Vullaby saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Vullaby maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Overcoat with Eviolite, favoring a Bold nature.
Wall Moveset
- Roost
- Defog
- Toxic
- Foul Play
Recommended Teammates
Vullaby saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Vullaby maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Overcoat with Eviolite, favoring a Adamant nature.
Wall Moveset
- Toxic
- Defog
- Knock Off
- Roost
Recommended Teammates
Vullaby saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Vullaby maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Overcoat with Eviolite, favoring a Bold nature.
Wall Moveset
- Defog
- Foul Play
- Roost
- Toxic
Recommended Teammates
Vullaby Weakness
Electric, Ice, Rock, and Fairy moves hit Vullaby for super-effective damage. The upside? Ground and Psychic-type moves can't touch it at all.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Ice, Rock, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Grass, Ghost, Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Ground, Psychic |
What is Vullaby Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Vullaby
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemEviolite NatureCalm Moves View Duskull builds →
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C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemEviolite NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Vullaby View Foongus builds →Venoshock6-8% | ||
D | ||
Recommended Build AbilityWindrider ItemEviolite NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Vullaby View Bramblin builds →Rapid Spin8-10% Poltergeist9-10% | ||
D | ||
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemEviolite NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Vullaby View Larvesta builds →Body Slam15-17% | ||
D | ||
Recommended Build AbilityBulletproof ItemEviolite NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Vullaby View Chespin builds →Drain Punch8-9% Wood Hammer6-7% | ||
Evolution
Vullaby is the base form in a two-stage line leading to Mandibuzz. Check the evolution method below. Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolved forms gain up to 140 total stats over Vullaby. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Vullaby with 73 breeding partners from the Flying egg group.
How to Get Vullaby
moderate rates across 16 locations for Vullaby in early-game 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 Vullaby in SV
The path to Vullaby starts with Vullaby at Lv. 7-80 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Vullaby ✓Fellhorn GorgeLv.7-60OverworldDayInfernal PassLv.7-60OverworldDayKitakami WildsLv.7-60OverworldDayOni MountainLv.7-60OverworldDayParadise BarrensLv.7-60OverworldDayWistful FieldsLv.7-60OverworldDaySavanna BiomeLv.50-80OverworldDaySavanna BiomeLv.57OverworldDay
Step 2Catch or Evolve into MandibuzzSavanna BiomeLv.50-80OverworldSavanna BiomeLv.67Overworldor evolve from Vullaby (Step 1)
Vullaby's scattered across 20 spots in early-game routes with decent spawn rates. Check the list below for the closest location to wherever you are in the game. This one's quick.
Where To Catch Vullaby in SwSh
Vullaby is your first catch on the way to Vullaby. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 10-58 across 30 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Vullaby ✓Potbottom DesertLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 5%OvercastPotbottom DesertLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 5%SandstormPotbottom DesertLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 5%ThunderstormPotbottom DesertLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 5%Normal WeatherPotbottom DesertLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 5%RainingPotbottom DesertLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 5%Intense SunPotbottom DesertLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 5%SnowstormPotbottom DesertLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 5%Heavy FogPotbottom DesertLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 5%SnowingBridge FieldLv.26-28GrassShieldRate 25%SandstormStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%OvercastStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%SandstormStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%ThunderstormStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%Normal WeatherStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%RainingStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%Intense SunStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%SnowstormStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%Heavy FogStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 5%SnowingRoute 8Lv.39-41OverworldShieldRate 10%All Weather
Step 2Catch or Evolve into MandibuzzDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldShieldRate 100%SnowstormDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldShieldRate 100%SnowingDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldShieldRate 100%OvercastDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldShieldRate 100%SandstormDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldShieldRate 100%ThunderstormDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldShieldRate 100%Normal WeatherDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldShieldRate 100%RainingDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldShieldRate 100%Intense SunDusty Bowl - FlyingLv.54OverworldShieldRate 98%Heavy FogLake of OutrageLv.55-58OverworldShieldRate 25%Normal Weatheror evolve from Vullaby (Step 1)
high spawn rates in early-game routes across 1 locations. Vullaby's one of the easier catches on the list. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Vullaby in USUM
Step 1Vullaby ✓Route 3 - NorthLv.10-13GrassUltra MoonRate 30%Shaking spot
Step 2Catch or Evolve into MandibuzzPoni Plains - NorthLv.54-57GrassUltra MoonRate 30%Shaking spotor evolve from Vullaby (Step 1)
Easy grab on Vullaby with high spawn rates across 4 locations in early-game routes. The sorted list below shows the full spread so you can pick the most convenient spot.
Where To Catch Vullaby in SM
Vullaby is your first catch on the way to Vullaby. You'll find gift and walking encounters from Lv. 11-55 across 4 total spots in the chain.
- Step 1Vullaby ✓Route 3 - NorthLv.11-12GrassMoonRate 30%Shaking spotPoké Pelago - Ula'ula Island reachedLv.21-27Gift from NPCMoonRate 3%Poké Pelago - Poni Island reachedLv.37-43Gift from NPCMoonRate 3%Poké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedLv.49-55Gift from NPCMoonRate 2%
- Step 2Evolve into MandibuzzBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Mandibuzz egg.
Base Stats
Vullaby's built to absorb hits, not race for knockouts. Balanced defenses with Defense doing the heavy lifting. And the slow 1.25M XP grind means it won't take forever to bring up, worth 1 Defense EV.
Vullaby grow quickly. Bones that have gotten too small for older Vullaby to wear often get passed down to younger ones in the nest.
Vullaby Guide
At 370 BST, Vullaby is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Mandibuzz before bringing it to any serious fight.
Watch for Raikou (Electric), Lapras (Ice), and Aerodactyl (Rock) when using Vullaby. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Fairy-type attackers are also a problem.
Big Pecks protects against Defense drops. That's the one you want on Vullaby. Weak Armor is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Overcoat works too if your team needs something different.
Vullaby is a physical attacker with base 55 Attack. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. Speed tells the real story. At base 60 Speed, it won't be moving first often. Fits the support role.
For a casual playthrough, Vullaby works as a placeholder. Dark/Flying coverage is useful early. The real payoff is Mandibuzz. That's where the stats start mattering.
Game Availability
Since Black & White, Vullaby has been obtainable in 8 games. A Generation 5 debut means a shorter history, but Vullaby has appeared steadily across every generation since.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- 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 5BWDebut
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
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