Stats & Training
An unusually even spread gives Dragonair flexibility. Attack barely edges ahead. But HP isn't far off. Tough to catch and follows a slow 1.25M XP grind. Yields 2 Attack EVs.
It has long been thought that its crystalline orbs are imbued with the power to control the weather.
From time immemorial, it has been venerated by agricultural peoples as an entity able to control the weather.
Dragonair Weakness
Dragonair is weak to Ice, Dragon, and Fairy. 4 resistances help offset the weaknesses. Standard number of weaknesses for the Dragon typing.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Ice, Dragon, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Electric, Grass |
 Tapu Lele PsychicFairy | A | |
Obtain MethodRuins Of Life Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonair View Tapu Lele builds →Moonblast 2x133-157%KO Dazzling Gleam 2x113-132%KO Draining Kiss 2x71-84% | ||
 Mimikyu GhostFairy | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonair View Mimikyu builds →Play Rough 2x99-117%KO Dazzling Gleam 2x54-64% | ||
 Whimsicott GrassFairy | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonair View Whimsicott builds →Moonblast 2x88-104%KO Dazzling Gleam 2x73-86% | ||
 Carbink RockFairy | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonair View Carbink builds →Moonblast 2x63-75% Dazzling Gleam 2x54-64% | ||
 Comfey Fairy | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dragonair View Comfey builds →Play Rough 2x65-77% Dazzling Gleam 2x76-90% Draining Kiss 2x49-57% | ||
In Sun & Moon, Garchomp's Earthquake hits Dragonair for 59-70%. Togekiss's Air Slash hits Dragonair for 40-47%.
 Garchomp DragonGround | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRough Skin ItemRocky Helmet NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Dragonair View Garchomp builds →Earthquake59-70% Stone Edge40-47% | ||
 Togekiss Fairy | A | |
Recommended Build AbilitySerenegrace ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Dragonair View Togekiss builds →Air Slash40-47% | ||
 Klefki SteelFairy | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityPrankster ItemLeftovers NatureBold Moves View Klefki builds →
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 Weavile DarkIce | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemChoice Band NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Dragonair View Weavile builds →Knock Off55-64% Ice Shard 2x68-80% Pursuit34-40% | ||
 Lapras WaterIce | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityHydration ItemLeftovers NatureHardy Moves
Damage vs Dragonair View Lapras builds →Surf19-22% | ||
Sun & Moon Evolution
Partway through Dratini's chain. Dragonair still has another evolution ahead before reaching Dragonite. For breeding, takes forever to hatch with plenty of partners via two egg groups. HP has grown the most so far (+20), but there's still another 180 stats to gain in the final evolution. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Dragonair to get Dratini eggs easily using 57 partners from the Dragon and Water1 egg groups. Notable egg moves include Aqua Jet, Dragon Breath, Dragon Dance and 8 more.
Sun & Moon Dragonair Best Moveset
One boost from Dragon Dance and Dragonair gets dangerous fast. The Adamant nature targets max Attack and Speed, and Shedskin backs the whole approach. Dragon Dance and the remaining moves handle most of what's left standing.
Best Build
Dragonair best EVs are Attack and Speed
Doubles Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Dragon Dance
- Dragon Tail
- Aqua Tail
- Iron Tail
Recommended Teammates
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Dragon Dance
- Dragon Tail
- Aqua Tail
- Iron Tail
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Egg moves make a real difference. Dragonair gets Aqua Jet and Dragon Breath exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Coverage across 7 types rounds out the picture alongside Draco Meteor and Outrage.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Dragonair in Sun & Moon
Dragonair starts showing up in early-game fishing spots at moderate rates across 12 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Dragonair in Sun & Moon
Dratini is your first catch on the way to Dragonair. You'll find fishing encounters from Lv. 10-59 across 24 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch DratiniPoni GauntletMoonSuper Rod Lv.10-5910%EarlyShaking spotPoni GauntletSunSuper Rod Lv.10-5910%EarlyShaking spotPoni MeadowSunSuper Rod Lv.10-5710%EarlyShaking spotPoni MeadowMoonSuper Rod Lv.10-5710%EarlyShaking spotVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)SunSuper Rod Lv.10-4410%EarlyShaking spotVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)MoonSuper Rod Lv.10-4410%EarlyShaking spotPoni GauntletMoonSuper Rod Lv.10-591%EarlyPoni GauntletSunSuper Rod Lv.10-591%EarlyPoni MeadowSunSuper Rod Lv.10-571%EarlyPoni MeadowMoonSuper Rod Lv.10-571%EarlyVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)SunSuper Rod Lv.10-441%EarlyVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)MoonSuper Rod Lv.10-441%Early
Step 2Dragonair ✓Poni GauntletMoonSuper Rod Lv.10-59EarlySOS from DratiniPoni GauntletMoonSuper Rod Lv.10-59EarlySOS from DratiniPoni GauntletSunSuper Rod Lv.10-59EarlySOS from DratiniPoni GauntletSunSuper Rod Lv.10-59EarlySOS from DratiniPoni MeadowSunSuper Rod Lv.10-57EarlySOS from DratiniPoni MeadowSunSuper Rod Lv.10-57EarlySOS from DratiniPoni MeadowMoonSuper Rod Lv.10-57EarlySOS from DratiniPoni MeadowMoonSuper Rod Lv.10-57EarlySOS from DratiniVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)SunSuper Rod Lv.10-44EarlySOS from DratiniVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)SunSuper Rod Lv.10-44EarlySOS from DratiniVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)MoonSuper Rod Lv.10-44EarlySOS from DratiniVast Poni Canyon - Northwest (Hidden Area)MoonSuper Rod Lv.10-44EarlySOS from Dratinior evolve from Dratini (Step 1)
Dragonair Guide
Dragonair is meant to evolve into Dragonite. At 420 BST, the stats aren't there for competitive play yet. Pre-evolution Pokemon rarely hold up against fully evolved threats.
Shed Skin is the go-to ability for Dragonair. It has a 33% chance of curing any major status ailment after each turn. Its hidden ability Marvel Scale can work in specific setups.
Base 70 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Dragonair is a mixed attacker with base 84 Attack and 70 Sp. Atk.
Game Availability
One of the original 151, Dragonair has appeared in 21 games — nearly every mainline game. From Red & Blue through the latest titles, it's rarely been left out of a regional Pokedex.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RBDebut
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 7SM
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