Thievul
Thievul is a Dark type Pokémon introduced in Generation 8.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0828 |
|---|---|
| Type | Dark |
| Species | Fox Pokémon |
| Height | 1.2 m (3′11″) |
| Weight | 19.9 kg (43.9 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Run Away 2. Unburden Stakeout (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0030 (Sword/Shield) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Sp. Def |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 127 (16.6% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 159 |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Field |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 15 (3,599–3,855 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 70 | 250 | 344 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 58 | 108 | 236 | |
| Defense | 58 | 108 | 236 | |
| Sp. Atk | 87 | 161 | 300 | |
| Sp. Def | 92 | 170 | 311 | |
| Speed | 90 | 166 | 306 | |
| Total | 455 | 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
Pokédex entries
| Sword | It secretly marks potential targets with a scent. By following the scent, it stalks its targets and steals from them when they least expect it. |
|---|---|
| Shield | With a lithe body and sharp claws, it goes around stealing food and eggs. Boltund is its natural enemy. |
Moves learned by Thievul
Moves learnt by level up
Thievul does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Thievul does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Thievul cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Thievul learns the following moves in Pokémon Sword & Shield at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beat Up | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Hone Claws | Dark | — | — | |
| 1 | Quick Attack | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Tail Whip | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Thief | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 12 | Snarl | Dark | 55 | 95 | |
| 16 | Assurance | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 22 | Nasty Plot | Dark | — | — | |
| 28 | Sucker Punch | Dark | 70 | 100 | |
| 34 | Night Slash | Dark | 70 | 100 | |
| 40 | Tail Slap | Normal | 25 | 85 | |
| 46 | Foul Play | Dark | 95 | 100 | |
| 52 | Parting Shot | Dark | — | 100 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Thievul learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Sword & Shield (regardless of level).
Egg moves
Thievul learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Sword & Shield. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Thievul gen 8 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howl | Normal | — | — | |
| Knock Off | Dark | 65 | 100 | |
| Quick Guard | Fighting | — | — | |
| Torment | Dark | — | 100 |
Move Tutor moves
Thievul can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Sword & Shield from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burning Jealousy | Fire | 70 | 100 | |
| Lash Out | Dark | 75 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TM
Thievul is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 09 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 15 | Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | |
| 16 | Screech | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 21 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 23 | Thief | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 24 | Snore | Normal | 50 | 100 | |
| 25 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 31 | Attract | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 37 | Beat Up | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 39 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 40 | Swift | Normal | 60 | ∞ | |
| 47 | Fake Tears | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 53 | Mud Shot | Ground | 55 | 95 | |
| 56 | U-turn | Bug | 70 | 100 | |
| 58 | Assurance | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 65 | Shadow Claw | Ghost | 70 | 100 | |
| 66 | Thunder Fang | Electric | 65 | 95 | |
| 67 | Ice Fang | Ice | 65 | 95 | |
| 68 | Fire Fang | Fire | 65 | 95 | |
| 76 | Round | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
| 78 | Acrobatics | Flying | 55 | 100 | |
| 84 | Tail Slap | Normal | 25 | 85 | |
| 85 | Snarl | Dark | 55 | 95 |
Moves learnt by TR
Thievul is compatible with these Technical Records in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TR | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Psychic | Psychic | 90 | 100 | |
| 12 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 20 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 26 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 27 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 29 | Baton Pass | Normal | — | — | |
| 32 | Crunch | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 33 | Shadow Ball | Ghost | 80 | 100 | |
| 37 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 58 | Dark Pulse | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 68 | Nasty Plot | Dark | — | — | |
| 77 | Grass Knot | Grass | — | 100 | |
| 81 | Foul Play | Dark | 95 | 100 | |
| 90 | Play Rough | Fairy | 90 | 90 |
Thievul sprites
Where to find Thievul
| Sword Shield |
Route 7, 9, Bridge Field, Hammerlocke Hills, Stony Wilderness |
|---|---|
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Thievul questions
Other languages
| English | Thievul |
|---|---|
| Japanese | フォクスライ (Fokusurai) |
| German | Gaunux |
| French | Roublenard |
| Italian | Thievul |
| Spanish | Thievul |
| Korean | 폭슬라이 (pokseullai) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 猾大狐 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 狐大盜 |
| English |
Fox Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | きつねポケモン |
| German | Fuchs-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Renard |
| Italian | Pokémon Volpe |
| Spanish | Pokémon Zorro |
| Korean | 여우포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 狐狸宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 狐狸寶可夢 |
Name origin
- thieve
- to steal
- vulpine
- of or relating to foxes

