Stats & Training
Dartrix's spread isn't flashy. HP leads, Speed trails, 0 stats clear the bar. Tough to catch and worth 2 HP EVs, on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
Regularly basks in sunlight to gather power—presumably due to the frigid climate. Nonetheless, the edges of the blade quills set into its wings are keen as ever.
Dartrix Weakness
Dartrix's Grass/Flying typing leaves it vulnerable to Ice, Fire, Poison, Flying, and Rock. Ice hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. It shrugs off Ground-type attacks completely.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Ice |
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Poison, Flying, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Water, Fighting |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Grass |
| 0x (Immune) | Ground |
 Chien-Pao DarkIce | S | |
Obtain MethodWest Province Area One Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dartrix View Chien-Pao builds →Blizzard 4x203-239%KO Icicle Crash 4x190-224%KO Ice Spinner 4x176-208%KO Icy Wind 4x103-122%KO | ||
 Glaceon Ice | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dartrix View Glaceon builds →Blizzard 4x273-322%KO Ice Beam 4x226-267%KO Freeze-Dry 4x176-208%KO Ice Fang 4x86-102%KO | ||
 Cetitan Ice | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dartrix View Cetitan builds →Blizzard 4x120-141%KO Ice Beam 4x100-118%KO Bounce 2x59-71% Ice Spinner 4x170-200%KO | ||
 Avalugg Ice | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dartrix View Avalugg builds →Blizzard 4x120-141%KO Ice Beam 4x100-118%KO Icicle Crash 4x183-216%KO Ice Spinner 4x173-204%KO | ||
 Delibird Ice | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dartrix View Delibird builds →Brave Bird 2x71-84% Blizzard 4x156-184%KO Ice Beam 4x129-153%KO Drill Peck 2x48-57% | ||
In Scarlet & Violet, Rhyperior can KO Dartrix with Stone Edge (161-190%). Kyurem threatens a KO with Draco Meteor (96-113%).
 Rhyperior GroundRock | A | |
Recommended Build AbilitySolidrock ItemLeftovers NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Dartrix View Rhyperior builds →Stone Edge 2x161-190%KO | ||
 Kyurem DragonIce | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemLoaded Dice NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Dartrix View Kyurem builds →Icicle Spear 4x55-64% Draco Meteor96-113%KO | ||
 Braviary Normal | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityDefiant ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Dartrix View Braviary builds →U Turn32-37% Close Combat27-32% | ||
 Delphox FirePsychic | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityBlaze ItemDelphoxite NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Dartrix View Delphox builds →Flamethrower 2x121-143%KO Psyshock54-63% | ||
 Toxapex PoisonWater | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves View Toxapex builds →
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Scarlet & Violet Evolution
Dartrix is the middle stage between Rowlet and Decidueye. It's a three-stage line with one more evolution to go. For breeding, quick to hatch with a decent partner pool via one egg group. So far, Attack got the biggest boost (+20 from Rowlet). The final form adds another 110 stats on top. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Dartrix to get Rowlet eggs using 47 partners from the Flying egg group. Notable egg moves include Confuse Ray, Defog, Double Team and 2 more.
Scarlet & Violet Dartrix Best Moveset
One guaranteed turn is all Dartrix needs. Focus Sash buys it, max Sp. Atk and Speed EVs make it count, and Overgrow adds something extra. The goal: deal early damage and deal damage with Tailwind. Utility options gives it play beyond just the lead turn.
Best Build
Dartrix best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Doubles Special Attacker Moveset
- Tailwind
- Bullet Seed
- Rain Dance
- Leaf Storm
Recommended Teammates
Wall Moveset
- Defog
- Roost
- Haze
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Moves
You'll want to breed for Confuse Ray and Defog on Dartrix. These egg moves aren't just nice to have. Combined with STAB from Leaf Storm and Brave Bird, they expand what Dartrix can actually threaten in practice.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
How to Get Dartrix in Scarlet & Violet
Dartrix can't be caught in Scarlet & Violet. Transfer Rowlet from Sun, Ultra Sun, or Legends: Arceus and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Dartrix in Scarlet & Violet
Step 1Obtain RowletAlso found in:
Step 2Dartrix ✓
Dartrix Guide
In Scarlet & Violet, Dartrix isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Decidueye to unlock its full potential. At 420 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
In Scarlet & Violet, watch for Weavile (Ice), Infernape (Fire), and Salazzle (Poison) when using Dartrix. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Weavile is the most dangerous since Ice moves deal 4x damage. Flying and Rock-type attackers are also a problem. With 5 weakness types, most competitive teams carry at least one counter.
In Scarlet & Violet, Rowlet evolves into Dartrix at level 17. Dartrix can evolve into Decidueye and Hisuian Decidueye depending on the method. Dartrix is a middle-stage evolution in the Rowlet line.
Overgrow strengthens grass moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less. That's the one you want on Dartrix. Long Reach is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses.
In Scarlet & Violet, Dartrix fills the support role. It's leaning toward the physical side (base 75 Attack). At base 52 Speed, it won't be moving first often. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Game Availability
Introduced in Sun & Moon, Dartrix has appeared in 5 games across 4 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SMDebut
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves