Dragonite
Dragonite is a Dragon/Flying type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1.
Dragonite is a pseudo-legendary Pokémon. Its evolution line were the only Dragon type Pokémon in the first generation of games (Red/Blue/Yellow).
Dragonite has a Mega Evolution, available in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0149 |
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| Type | Dragon Flying |
| Species | Dragon Pokémon |
| Height | 2.2 m (7′03″) |
| Weight | 210.0 kg (463.0 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Inner Focus Multiscale (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0149 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 0243 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0149 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0248 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0147 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 0283 (Sun/Moon — Alola dex) 0381 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) 0149 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0349 (Scarlet/Violet) 0147 (Legends: Z-A) 0196 (The Crown Tundra) |
Training
| EV yield | 3 Attack |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 35 (lower than normal) |
| Base Exp. | 300 |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Dragon, Water 1 |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 40 (10,024–10,280 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 91 | 292 | 386 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 134 | 245 | 403 | |
| Defense | 95 | 175 | 317 | |
| Sp. Atk | 100 | 184 | 328 | |
| Sp. Def | 100 | 184 | 328 | |
| Speed | 80 | 148 | 284 | |
| Total | 600 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0149 |
|---|---|
| Type | Dragon Flying |
| Species | Dragon Pokémon |
| Height | 2.2 m (7′03″) |
| Weight | 290.0 kg (639.3 lbs) |
| Abilities | — |
| Local № | 0149 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 0243 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0149 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0248 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0147 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 0283 (Sun/Moon — Alola dex) 0381 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) 0149 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0349 (Scarlet/Violet) 0147 (Legends: Z-A) 0196 (The Crown Tundra) |
Training
| EV yield | — |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | — |
| Base Friendship | — |
| Base Exp. | — |
| Growth Rate | — |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | — |
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| Gender | — |
| Egg cycles | — |
Base stats
| HP | 91 | 292 | 386 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 124 | 227 | 381 | |
| Defense | 115 | 211 | 361 | |
| Sp. Atk | 145 | 265 | 427 | |
| Sp. Def | 125 | 229 | 383 | |
| Speed | 100 | 184 | 328 | |
| Total | 700 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
Dragonite changes
- In Generation 1, Dragonite has a base Special stat of 100.
- In Pokémon Yellow, Dragonite has a catch rate of 9.
- In Generations 1-4, Dragonite has a base experience yield of 218.
- In Generations 5-7, Dragonite has a base experience yield of 270.
- In Generation 2, Dragonite has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Red Blue |
An extremely rarely seen marine POKéMON. Its intelligence is said to match that of humans. |
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| Yellow | It is said that this POKéMON lives somewhere in the sea and that it flies. However, it is only a rumor. |
| Gold | It is said that this POKéMON constantly flies over the immense seas and rescues drowning people. |
| Silver | This marine POKéMON has an impressive build that lets it freely fly over raging seas without trouble. |
| Crystal | It is said that somewhere in the ocean lies an island where these gather. Only they live there. |
| Ruby Sapphire |
DRAGONITE is capable of circling the globe in just sixteen hours. It is a kindhearted POKéMON that leads lost and foundering ships in a storm to the safety of land. |
| FireRed | It can fly in spite of its big and bulky physique. It circles the globe in just 16 hours. |
| LeafGreen | Only a very few people ever see this POKéMON. Its intelligence is said to match that of humans. |
| Emerald | It can circle the globe in just 16 hours. It is a kindhearted POKéMON that leads lost and foundering ships in a storm to the safety of land. |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
It is said to make its home somewhere in the sea. It guides crews of shipwrecks to shore. |
| HeartGold | It is said that this Pokémon constantly flies over the immense seas and rescues drowning people. |
| SoulSilver | This marine Pokémon has an impressive build that lets it freely fly over raging seas without trouble. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
It is said to make its home somewhere in the sea. It guides crews of shipwrecks to shore. |
| X | It can fly in spite of its big and bulky physique. It circles the globe in just 16 hours. |
| Y | It is said to make its home somewhere in the sea. It guides crews of shipwrecks to shore. |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Dragonite is capable of circling the globe in just 16 hours. It is a kindhearted Pokémon that leads lost and foundering ships in a storm to the safety of land. |
| Sun | This Pokémon saved a shipwrecked man, taking him to a remote island—a paradise occupied solely by Dragonite. |
| Moon | Incur the wrath of this normally calm Pokémon at your peril, because it will smash everything to smithereens before it’s satisfied. |
| Ultra Sun | It flies over raging seas as if they were nothing. Observing this, a ship’s captain dubbed this Pokémon “the sea incarnate.” |
| Ultra Moon | You’ll often hear tales of this kindhearted Pokémon rescuing people or Pokémon that are drowning. |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
It is said that this Pokémon lives somewhere in the sea and that it flies. However, these are only rumors. |
| Sword | It’s a kindhearted Pokémon. If it spots a drowning person or Pokémon, Dragonite simply must help them. |
| Shield | This Pokémon is known as the Sea Incarnate. Figureheads that resemble Dragonite decorate the bows of many ships. |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
It is said to make its home somewhere in the sea. It guides wrecked ships to shore. |
| Scarlet | It is said that somewhere in the ocean lies an island where these gather. Only they live there. |
| Violet | It can fly in spite of its big and bulky physique. It circles the globe in just 16 hours. |
Moves learned by Dragonite
Moves learnt by level up
Dragonite learns the following moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Air Slash | Flying | 75 | 95 | |
| 1 | Leer | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 5 | Twister | Dragon | 40 | 100 | |
| 10 | Thunder Wave | Electric | — | 90 | |
| 15 | Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
| 20 | Breaking Swipe | Dragon | 60 | 100 | |
| 25 | Brutal Swing | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 30 | Dragon Rush | Dragon | 100 | 75 | |
| 40 | Safeguard | Normal | — | — | |
| 50 | Extreme Speed | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
| 55 | Outrage | Dragon | 120 | 100 | |
| 60 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 |
Egg moves
Dragonite does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Move Tutor moves
Dragonite can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Legends: Z-A from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fire Punch | Fire | 75 | 100 | |
| Hurricane | Flying | 110 | 70 | |
| Thunder Punch | Electric | 75 | 100 | |
| Wing Attack | Flying | 60 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TM
Dragonite is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Legends: Z-A:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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| 02 | Dragon Claw | Dragon | 80 | 100 | |
| 05 | Roar | Normal | — | — | |
| 10 | Brick Break | Fighting | 75 | 100 | |
| 12 | Rock Slide | Rock | 75 | 90 | |
| 13 | Ice Beam | Ice | 90 | 100 | |
| 16 | Light Screen | Psychic | — | — | |
| 17 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 22 | Aerial Ace | Flying | 60 | ∞ | |
| 24 | Ice Punch | Ice | 75 | 100 | |
| 27 | Swift | Normal | 60 | ∞ | |
| 35 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 36 | Rock Tomb | Rock | 60 | 95 | |
| 38 | Fire Blast | Fire | 110 | 85 | |
| 41 | Water Pulse | Water | 60 | 100 | |
| 43 | Fly | Flying | 90 | 95 | |
| 47 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 54 | Draco Meteor | Dragon | 130 | 90 | |
| 55 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 58 | Iron Head | Steel | 80 | 100 | |
| 62 | Flamethrower | Fire | 90 | 100 | |
| 65 | Stone Edge | Rock | 100 | 80 | |
| 67 | Thunderbolt | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
| 68 | Heat Wave | Fire | 95 | 90 | |
| 69 | Earthquake | Ground | 100 | 100 | |
| 70 | Whirlpool | Water | 35 | 85 | |
| 72 | Fire Spin | Fire | 35 | 85 | |
| 73 | Surf | Water | 90 | 100 | |
| 75 | Dragon Pulse | Dragon | 85 | 100 | |
| 85 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 94 | Whirlwind | Normal | — | — | |
| 96 | Hydro Pump | Water | 110 | 80 | |
| 98 | Waterfall | Water | 80 | 100 | |
| 99 | Metronome | Normal | — | — | |
| 102 | Focus Blast | Fighting | 120 | 70 | |
| 105 | Blizzard | Ice | 110 | 70 | |
| 106 | Thunder | Electric | 110 | 70 |
Moves learnt by level up
Dragonite learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Extreme Speed | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
| 1 | Fire Punch | Fire | 75 | 100 | |
| 1 | Leer | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Roost | Flying | — | — | |
| 1 | Thunder Punch | Electric | 75 | 100 | |
| 1 | Thunder Wave | Electric | — | 90 | |
| 1 | Twister | Dragon | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Wing Attack | Flying | 60 | 100 | |
| 1 | Wrap | Normal | 15 | 90 | |
| 15 | Dragon Tail | Dragon | 60 | 90 | |
| 20 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 25 | Slam | Normal | 80 | 75 | |
| 33 | Aqua Tail | Water | 90 | 90 | |
| 39 | Dragon Rush | Dragon | 100 | 75 | |
| 41 | Outrage | Dragon | 120 | 100 | |
| 46 | Safeguard | Normal | — | — | |
| 53 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 62 | Dragon Dance | Dragon | — | — | |
| 80 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Dragonite learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet (regardless of level).
Egg moves
Dragonite learns the following moves via breeding or picnics in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Dragonite gen 9 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua Jet | Water | 40 | 100 | |
| Dragon Breath | Dragon | 60 | 100 | |
| Extreme Speed | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
| Mist | Ice | — | — | |
| Supersonic | Normal | — | 55 | |
| Water Pulse | Water | 60 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TM
Dragonite is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
Dragonite sprites
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Where to find Dragonite
| Red Blue Yellow |
Evolve Dratini/Dragonair |
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| Gold Silver Crystal |
Evolve Dratini/Dragonair |
| Ruby Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| FireRed LeafGreen |
Evolve Dratini/Dragonair |
| Emerald | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum HeartGold SoulSilver |
Evolve Dratini/Dragonair |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Dragonspiral Tower |
| X Y |
Evolve Dratini/Dragonair |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Poni Gauntlet |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Route 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25 |
| Sword Shield Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Evolve Dratini/Dragonair |
| Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Dragonite questions
- What is a good moveset for Dragonite?
- From these pokemon which will I choose?
- Dragonite is smaller than Dragonair?!
- Which should learn Fly: Togekiss, Dragonite, or Charizard?
- Is two dragon types too many?
- What is the chance of a fishing spot bubbling?
- Should I teach Dragonite Outrage and/or Wing Attack?
- Is Draco Meteor a good move for my Dragonite?
- Dragonite or Goodra?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
| English | Dragonite |
|---|---|
| Japanese | カイリュー (Kairyu) |
| German | Dragoran |
| French | Dracolosse |
| Italian | Dragonite |
| Spanish | Dragonite |
| Korean | 망나뇽 (mangnanyong) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 快龙 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 快龍 |
| English |
Dragon Pokémon |
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| Japanese | ドラゴンポケモン |
| German | Drachen-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Dragon |
| Italian | Pokémon Drago |
| Spanish | Pokémon Dragón |
| Korean | 드래곤포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 龙宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 龍寶可夢 |
Name origin
- dragon
- mythical fire-breathing creature
- knight
- noble cavalier



