Weavile Best Moveset
120 Attack at 125 Speed on Dark/Ice TermStab with AbilityPressure forcing double PP usage. Held ItemHeavy Duty Boots blocks TermEntry Hazards damage. NatureJolly outspeeds nearly everything in the format. The moveset runs fast physical Dark and Ice coverage that hits Ghost, Dragon, Flying, and Psychic super-effectively. MoveIce Shard priority handles anything that might outspeed. A-Tier through raw speed and coverage.
125 Attack and 125 Speed with Pursuit trapping in Gen IV (Diamond & Pearl). Trapped Psychic and Ghost types that tried to switch out, removing them for the rest of the game.
Best Moves
Best Build
Weavile best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Ice Shard
- Night Slash
- Low Kick
- Pursuit
Recommended Teammates
Fighting-types dominated Gen V (Black & White), and Weavile's 4x Fighting weakness made it a liability. Mach Punch from Conkeldurr ended games before Weavile could swing.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Ice Shard
- Low Kick
- Ice Punch
- Night Slash
Recommended Teammates
Knock Off got a massive power boost in Gen VI (X & Y) and Weavile abused it. 125 Attack plus boosted Knock Off removed items while dealing heavy damage. Back at the top.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Knock Off
- Icicle Crash
- Ice Shard
- Pursuit
Recommended Teammates
Between tiers in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). Z-Moves gave every Pokemon a nuke, and Weavile's frail defenses meant it rarely survived one to keep sweeping.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Knock Off
- Icicle Crash
- Ice Shard
- Pursuit
Recommended Teammates
Back at the top in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). Triple Axel gave it a reliable multi-hit Ice STAB, and Knock Off was still one of the best moves in the game.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Knock Off
- Ice Shard
- Triple Axel
- Swords Dance
Recommended Teammates
Dropped again in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). Three trips to the top and three drops. The oscillation showed Weavile lived and died by the format around it.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Knock Off
- Ice Shard
- Triple Axel
- Swords Dance
Recommended Teammates
Weavile Weakness
Fighting, Fire, Bug, Rock, Steel, and Fairy moves hit Weavile for super-effective damage. Fighting hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. The upside? Psychic-type moves can't touch it at all.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Fighting |
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Bug, Rock, Steel, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Ice, Ghost, Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Psychic |
What is Weavile Weak Against
FragileBest Pokemon Against Weavile
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Recommended Build AbilityNatural Cure ItemLeftovers NatureCalm Moves View Blissey builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityOwntempo ItemFocus Sash NatureJolly Moves View Smeargle builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityCursedbody ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Weavile View Froslass builds →Ice Beam14-17% Shadow Ball13-15% | ||
Recommended Build AbilityPsychic Surge ItemTerrain Extender NatureTimid Moves View Indeedee-F builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureSassy Moves View Slowking-Galar builds →
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Evolution
You get Weavile from Sneasel while holding a Razor Claw. It's one of 2 possible evolutions in this branching family, each requiring its own method. Breed through Sneasel to get eggs. Both Weavile and Sneasler hit 510 total stats from Sneasel. The difference is how those stats are split. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Weavile to get Sneasel eggs easily using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
How to Get Weavile
Weavile tops out at low spawn rates across 4 locations in late-game routes. The encounters below are sorted by rate so you can see exactly what you're working with.
Where To Catch Weavile in SV
To get Weavile, start by catching Sneasel through walking encounters at Lv. 8-65. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch SneaselNorth Province (Area One) - MountainLv.15-40OverworldRate 36%North Province (Area One) - SnowLv.15-40OverworldRate 36%The Great Crater of Paldea - Hidden CaveLv.15-60OverworldRate 30%Chilling WaterheadLv.8-60OverworldOni MountainLv.8-60OverworldTimeless WoodsLv.8-60Overworld
Step 2Weavile ✓North Province (Area One) - SnowLv.37-65OverworldRate 1%The Great Crater of Paldea - Hidden CaveLv.37-65OverworldRate 1%or evolve from Sneasel (Step 1)
1 encounter spots for Weavile at decent spawn rates starting from mid-game routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Where To Catch Weavile in PLA
To get Weavile, start by catching Sneasel through walking encounters at Lv. 25-56. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch SneaselSpace-Time Distortion - Obsidian FieldlandsLv.25-40CaveRate 15%Celestica TrailLv.30-46GrassRate 15%Primeval GrottoLv.53-56CaveRate 15%
Step 2Weavile ✓Space-Time Distortion - Obsidian FieldlandsLv.25-40CaveRate 15%or evolve from Sneasel (Step 1)
You're catching Sneasel first, not Weavile. Sneasel appears at solid rates in the encounters below. The step cards map the full 2-stage line with evolution methods between each stage.
How to Obtain Weavile in BDSP
The path to Weavile starts with Sneasel at Lv. 32-56 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch SneaselRoute 216Lv.32-33GrassRate 25%Acuity LakefrontLv.34-35GrassRate 25%Route 217Lv.34-35GrassRate 25%Lake AcuityLv.35-36GrassRate 25%Glacial CavernLv.42-46CaveRequires Icicle BadgeIcy CaveLv.42-46CaveRequires Icicle BadgeWhiteout CaveLv.42-46CaveRequires Icicle BadgeSnowpoint Temple - 1FLv.50-52CaveRate 35%Snowpoint Temple - B1FLv.52-54CaveRate 35%Snowpoint Temple - B2FLv.52-54CaveRate 35%Snowpoint Temple - B3FLv.52-54CaveRate 35%Snowpoint Temple - B4FLv.54-56CaveRate 35%Snowpoint Temple - B5FLv.54-56CaveRate 35%
Step 2Weavile ✓
Can't catch Weavile directly. Start with Sneasel at solid rates from the locations below, then evolve through a special method. The 2-stage line from Sneasel to Weavile is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Weavile in SwSh
To get Weavile, start by catching Sneasel through walking encounters at Lv. 26-65. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch SneaselGiant's Cap - 2Lv.28-30OverworldRate 50%SnowstormStony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldRate 50%SnowstormGiant's Cap - 3Lv.29-32OverworldRate 50%SnowstormStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldRate 45%SnowstormMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28OverworldSwordRate 40%SnowstormMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28OverworldSwordRate 40%SnowingStony WildernessLv.26-28GrassRate 40%SnowstormBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldRate 40%SnowstormGiant's CapLv.28-30OverworldRate 40%SnowstormMotostoke RiverbankLv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 40%SnowingMotostoke RiverbankLv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 40%SnowstormHammerlocke HillsLv.29-31OverworldRate 40%SnowstormMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28GrassRate 35%SnowingGiant's CapLv.28-30OverworldRate 35%SnowingStony WildernessLv.28-30OverworldRate 35%SnowstormBridge FieldLv.26-28GrassRate 30%SnowstormBridge FieldLv.26-28GrassRate 30%SnowingMotostoke RiverbankLv.26-28GrassRate 30%SnowstormStony WildernessLv.26-28GrassRate 30%SnowingStony WildernessLv.28-30OverworldRate 15%SnowingStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldRate 15%SnowingStony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldRate 15%SnowingBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldRate 10%SnowingGiant's Cap - 2Lv.28-30OverworldRate 10%SnowingGiant's Cap - 3Lv.29-32OverworldRate 10%SnowingHammerlocke HillsLv.29-31OverworldRate 10%SnowingDusty BowlLv.42-47OverworldRate 35%SnowingRoute 8 - on Steamdrift WayLv.38-41GrassRate 25%All WeatherRoute 8 - on Steamdrift WayLv.39-43OverworldRate 20%All WeatherRoute 10Lv.45-48OverworldRate 14%OvercastRoute 10Lv.45-48OverworldRate 14%SandstormRoute 10Lv.45-48OverworldRate 14%SnowstormRoute 10Lv.45-48OverworldRate 14%ThunderstormRoute 10Lv.45-48OverworldRate 14%Heavy FogRoute 10Lv.45-48OverworldRate 14%SnowingRoute 10Lv.45-48OverworldRate 14%Normal WeatherRoute 10Lv.45-48OverworldRate 14%RainingRoute 10Lv.45-48OverworldRate 14%Intense SunFrigid SeaLv.60-65OverworldRate 15%OvercastFrostpoint FieldLv.60-65OverworldRate 10%OvercastSlippery SlopeLv.60-65OverworldRate 10%OvercastSnowslide SlopeLv.60-65OverworldRate 10%Overcast
Step 2Weavile ✓BREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Weavile egg.
Base Stats
The stat bars tell the story: Speed carries everything and Sp. Atk's dead weight. But this Sharp Claw Pokemon still yields 2 Attack and Speed EVs per fight on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
They travel in groups of four or five, leaving signs for one another on trees and rocks. They bring down their prey with coordinated attacks.
Weavile Guide
Weavile works as a sweeper with 510 BST behind it. B-Tier on our list: a solid choice for the right team. That 125 base Speed does the heavy lifting.
Watch for Hitmonlee (Fighting), Arcanine (Fire), and Heracross (Bug) when using Weavile. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Hitmonlee is the most dangerous since Fighting moves deal 4x damage. Rock, Steel, and Fairy-type attackers are also a problem. With 6 weakness types, most competitive teams carry at least one counter.
Pressure increases the PP cost of moves targetting the Pokémon by one. That's the one you want on Weavile. Pickpocket is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses.
Weavile is a physical attacker with base 120 Attack. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 125 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. Fits the sweeper role.
Run Knock Off, Ice Shard, Tripleaxel, and Swords Dance on Weavile. Knock Off is the most common pick at 0% usage. This set covers the sweeper role with a mix of damage and utility.
Game Availability
Since Diamond & Pearl, Weavile has been in 13 games. Requiring an item-based evolution to obtain means it's consistently available but requires more effort than simply catching it in the wild.
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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 4DPDebut
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
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
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