Pokemon Scarlet & Violet: How To Catch And Evolve Deino

In Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, the Dark/Dragon-type Hydreigon stands out as one of the most powerful Pokémon. To add this formidable creature to your team, you'll first need to obtain its pre-evolutions: Deino and Zweilous. Evolving this fearsome trio culminates in the mighty Hydreigon, but there's a catch: Deino and its evolutions are exclusive to Pokémon Scarlet. This guide will walk you through obtaining and evolving Deino, regardless of whether you're playing Scarlet or Violet.

Updated January 13, 2025 by Renri Seong: The Deino line, debuting in Generation V, continues its legacy in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet as version exclusives. While easily caught in the wild within Pokémon Scarlet, acquiring one in Violet requires trading or transferring. This guide has been updated with the latest information on Hydreigon's stats and type matchups, helping you decide if it's the right Pokémon for your team.

Where to Catch Deino in Pokémon Scarlet

Deino and Zweilous Locations

In Pokémon Scarlet, you can find Deino in several locations: Alfornada Cavern, Dalizapa Passage, Glaseado Mountain, Area Zero, and North Province (Area Two). While Glaseado Mountain, Area Zero, and North Province (Area Two) are readily accessible, Alfornada Cavern and Dalizapa Passage require a bit more exploration. Expect to encounter Deino at levels 35-40 in Dalizapa Passage and Alfornada Cavern; Koraidon's high jump ability will be essential for navigating the latter.

• Alfornada Cavern: Located in the southwest corner of the Paldea region.
• Dalizapa Passage: Found east of Medali or west of Zapapico.

Three-star Tera Raids (unlocked after three Gym Badges) also offer a chance to encounter Deino, often with different Tera Types and a possibility of possessing its Hidden Ability. Zweilous, Deino's evolved form, can be found in the same wild locations, as well as in four-star Tera Raids. Hydreigon appears in five and six-star Tera Raids.

How to Get Deino in Pokémon Violet

How to Trade and Transfer

Since Deino is exclusive to Pokémon Scarlet, trading or transferring is necessary to obtain it in Pokémon Violet. Nintendo Switch Online is required for Union Circle trading. Alternatively, Pokémon HOME allows transfers from Pokémon Sword/Shield, Pokémon GO, and Pokémon Scarlet.

1. In Pokémon HOME, move Deino from your source game to your Basic Box. Save and exit.
2. Open Pokémon Violet in HOME and transfer Deino from the Basic Box to a PC Box. Save and exit.

How to Evolve Deino into Zweilous and Hydreigon

What Level Does Deino Evolve?

Deino evolves into Zweilous at level 50, and Zweilous evolves into Hydreigon at level 64. Auto-battling or using Exp. Candies (especially L and XL) can significantly speed up the evolution process.

Is Hydreigon a Good Pokémon?

Hydreigon Stats & Weaknesses

As a pseudo-legendary, Hydreigon boasts a base stat total of 600, excelling in Special Attack and Attack, with good Speed. A Timid (+Speed, -Attack) or Jolly (+Speed, -Special Attack) Nature is recommended.

Stat	Base Stat
HP	92
Attack	105
Special Attack	125
Defense	90
Special Defense	90
Speed	98
Total	600

Effectiveness	Types
Super Effective Against	Dragon, Ghost, Psychic
Weaknesses	Fairy (4x), Fighting, Bug, Dragon, Ice
Resistances	Grass, Water, Fire, Electric, Ghost, Dark
Immunities	Ground, Psychic

Hydreigon's double weakness to Fairy-type moves can be mitigated by Terastallizing. Offensively, consider Tera Types that provide STAB (Same-Type Attack Bonus) for moves like Flash Cannon (the only Steel-type move it can learn via TM). Its moveset allows for both physical and special attacking strategies. Nasty Plot, Dragon Pulse (or Draco Meteor), and Dark Pulse are also recommended moves. The significant Fairy-type weakness necessitates a Steel-type move in its moveset.