Pokemon Scarlet & Violet: How To Catch And Evolve Deino

This guide details how to obtain and utilize Hydreigon, a powerful Dark/Dragon-type Pokémon in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Hydreigon, along with its pre-evolutions Deino and Zweilous, are exclusive to Pokémon Scarlet.

Acquiring Deino and Zweilous in Pokémon Scarlet:

Deino and Zweilous can be found in various locations: Alfornada Cavern, Dalizapa Passage, Glaseado Mountain, Area Zero, and North Province (Area Two). Higher-level Deino (levels 35-40) reside in Alfornada Cavern and Dalizapa Passage. Koraidon's high jump ability is necessary for accessing Alfornada Cavern. Dalizapa Passage is located between Medali and Zapapico. Three-star Tera Raids (requiring 3 Gym Badges) also offer Deino, potentially with its Hidden Ability and varying Tera Types. Zweilous appears in four-star Tera Raids.

Obtaining Deino in Pokémon Violet:

Since Deino is Scarlet-exclusive, trading or transferring via Pokémon HOME is necessary. A Nintendo Switch Online membership is required for Union Circle trading. Pokémon HOME allows transfers from Pokémon Sword/Shield, Pokémon GO, and Pokémon Scarlet. Transfer steps:

1. Move Deino to your Basic Box in Pokémon HOME.
2. Open Pokémon Violet in HOME and transfer Deino to a PC Box.

Evolving Deino:

Deino evolves into Zweilous at level 50, and Zweilous evolves into Hydreigon at level 64. Auto-battling or using Exp. Candies (L and XL recommended) accelerates this process.

Hydreigon's Strengths and Weaknesses:

Hydreigon boasts a 600 base stat total, excelling in Special Attack and Attack with good Speed. A Timid or Jolly Nature is recommended.

Type Effectiveness:

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

Terastallizing mitigates Hydreigon's 4x Fairy weakness. Its movepool allows for both physical and special attacking styles. Flash Cannon (via TM) is crucial to counter Fairy-type attacks. Other recommended moves include Nasty Plot, Dragon Pulse (or Draco Meteor), and Dark Pulse.