Stats & Training
The stat line revolves around HP. Percentage recovery gets extra mileage here. Attack backs it up, though Speed doesn't pull its weight. Worth 1 HP EV on a medium-fast 1M XP curve to max out.
Dunsparce has a drill for its tail. It uses this tail to burrow into the ground backward. This Pokémon is known to make its nest in complex shapes deep under the ground.
Dunsparce has a drill for its tail. It uses this tail to burrow into the ground backward. This Pokémon is known to make its nest in complex shapes deep under the ground.
Dunsparce Weakness
Type-wise, Dunsparce takes extra damage from Fighting. Ghost moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. With 100 HP and balanced defenses, Dunsparce can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
In Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, Conkeldurr's Drain Punch hits Dunsparce for 64-76%.
 Breloom GrassFighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityTechnician ItemMiracleseed NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Breloom builds →Bullet Seed9-11% Mach Punch 2x30-36% | ||
 Conkeldurr Fighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityIronfist ItemLum Berry NatureBrave Moves
Damage vs Dunsparce View Conkeldurr builds →Drain Punch 2x64-76% Mach Punch 2x35-41% Knock Off18-22% Rock Slide21-25% | ||
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire Evolution
To get Dudunsparce from Dunsparce, you need knowing a specific move. The evolution method matters here. Evolving adds up to 105 stat points total. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Dunsparce easily with 200 breeding partners from the Ground egg group. Pass egg moves like Agility, Ancient Power, Astonish and 10 more to offspring.
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire Dunsparce Best Moveset
This is a pure walling set. Leftovers provides passive recovery each turn so Dunsparce sticks around, and the Impish nature reinforces physical wall. Roost handles sustain while Serenegrace does work passively.
Best Build
Dunsparce best EVs are HP and Defense
Doubles Wall Moveset
- Glare
- Headbutt
- Roost
- Zen Headbutt
Recommended Teammates
Bulky Support Moveset
- Headbutt
- Coil
- Roost
- Water Pulse
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Stall teams hate this. Dunsparce can spread damage across 13 types, with Rock and Dark punishing common defensive pivots. STAB from Last Resort and Double-Edge keeps the pressure honest on everything else.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Dunsparce in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire
No wild encounters for Dunsparce in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire. It's available in Gold, Crystal, or X and can be transferred over. The details below show where to find it.
Dunsparce Guide
At 415 BST, Dunsparce is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Dudunsparce before bringing it to any serious fight.
In Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, Dunsparce's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Serene Grace is the go-to ability for Dunsparce. It doubles the chance of moves' extra effects occurring. Its hidden ability Rattled can work in specific setups. Run Away is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
Dunsparce is a physical attacker with base 70 Attack. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 45 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go.
In Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, For a casual playthrough, Dunsparce works as a placeholder. Normal coverage is useful early. The real payoff is Dudunsparce. That's where the stats start mattering.
Game Availability
Debuting in Gold & Silver, Dunsparce appears in 17 games across 9 generations. A reliable presence in most mainline games, typically found through catching or hatching as a base form.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GSDebut
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