Escavalier
Escavalier is a Bug/Steel type Pokémon introduced in Generation 5.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0589 |
|---|---|
| Type | Bug Steel |
| Species | Cavalry Pokémon |
| Height | 1.0 m (3′03″) |
| Weight | 33.0 kg (72.8 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Swarm 2. Shell Armor Overcoat (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0095 (Black/White) 0156 (Black 2/White 2) 0023 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 0274 (Sword/Shield) 0067 (The Isle of Armor) 0096 (The Crown Tundra) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Attack |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 75 (9.8% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 173 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Bug |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 15 (3,599–3,855 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 70 | 250 | 344 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 135 | 247 | 405 | |
| Defense | 105 | 193 | 339 | |
| Sp. Atk | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Sp. Def | 105 | 193 | 339 | |
| Speed | 20 | 40 | 152 | |
| Total | 495 | 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
Escavalier changes
- In Generations 5-7, Escavalier has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Black | They fly around at high speed, striking with their pointed spears. Even when in trouble, they face opponents bravely. |
|---|---|
| White | These Pokémon evolve by wearing the shell covering of a Shelmet. The steel armor protects their whole body. |
| Black 2 White 2 |
Wearing the shell covering they stole from Shelmet, they defend themselves and attack with two lances. |
| X Omega Ruby |
Wearing the shell covering they stole from Shelmet, they defend themselves and attack with two lances. |
| Y Alpha Sapphire |
These Pokémon evolve by wearing the shell covering of a Shelmet. The steel armor protects their whole body. |
| Sword | They use shells they’ve stolen from Shelmet to arm and protect themselves. They’re very popular Pokémon in the Galar region. |
| Shield | It charges its enemies, lances at the ready. An image of one of its duels is captured in a famous painting of Escavalier clashing with Sirfetch’d. |
Moves learned by Escavalier
Moves learnt by level up
Escavalier does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Escavalier does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Escavalier cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Escavalier learns the following moves in Pokémon Sword & Shield at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Double-Edge | Normal | 120 | 100 | |
| 1 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | Fell Stinger | Bug | 50 | 100 | |
| 1 | Flail | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Fury Cutter | Bug | 40 | 95 | |
| 1 | Leer | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Peck | Flying | 35 | 100 | |
| 1 | Quick Guard | Fighting | — | — | |
| 1 | Scary Face | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
| 12 | False Swipe | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 16 | Acid Spray | Poison | 40 | 100 | |
| 20 | Headbutt | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 24 | Reversal | Fighting | — | 100 | |
| 28 | Iron Defense | Steel | — | — | |
| 32 | X-Scissor | Bug | 80 | 100 | |
| 36 | Swords Dance | Normal | — | — | |
| 40 | Iron Head | Steel | 80 | 100 | |
| 44 | Bug Buzz | Bug | 90 | 100 | |
| 48 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 52 | Metal Burst | Steel | — | 100 |
Egg moves
Escavalier learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Sword & Shield. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Escavalier gen 8 learnset page.
Moves learnt by TM
Escavalier 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 | |
| 16 | Screech | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 21 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 24 | Snore | Normal | 50 | 100 | |
| 25 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 26 | Scary Face | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 28 | Giga Drain | Grass | 75 | 100 | |
| 31 | Attract | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 33 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 39 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 42 | Revenge | Fighting | 60 | 100 | |
| 76 | Round | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
| 83 | Razor Shell | Water | 75 | 95 | |
| 94 | False Swipe | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 96 | Smart Strike | Steel | 70 | — | |
| 97 | Brutal Swing | Dark | 60 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TR
Escavalier is compatible with these Technical Records in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TR | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00 | Swords Dance | Normal | — | — | |
| 12 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 20 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 21 | Reversal | Fighting | — | 100 | |
| 26 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 27 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 28 | Megahorn | Bug | 120 | 85 | |
| 30 | Encore | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 37 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 46 | Iron Defense | Steel | — | — | |
| 53 | Close Combat | Fighting | 120 | 100 | |
| 57 | Poison Jab | Poison | 80 | 100 | |
| 60 | X-Scissor | Bug | 80 | 100 | |
| 61 | Bug Buzz | Bug | 90 | 100 | |
| 64 | Focus Blast | Fighting | 120 | 70 | |
| 65 | Energy Ball | Grass | 90 | 100 | |
| 74 | Iron Head | Steel | 80 | 100 | |
| 87 | Drill Run | Ground | 80 | 95 |
Escavalier sprites
Where to find Escavalier
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Evolve Karrablast |
|---|---|
| X Y |
Evolve Karrablast |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield |
Evolve Karrablast |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Escavalier questions
- What is a good moveset for Escavalier?
- Leavanny,scolipede,galvantula or escavalier?
- Should replace my Escavalier with Accelgor,leavanny or any other grass or bug types or other suggestions in this team?
- Accelgor or Escavalier?
- Is there an In-game trade of Shelmet for a Karrablast in White?
- Ferrothorn or Escavalier?
- What level should I evolve Karrablast/Shelmet in Pokemon Sun/Moon?
- Is Escavalier viable for battles on the Battle Spot and in-game?
- How could I breed both Megahorn and Drill Run onto a Karrablast?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
| English | Escavalier |
|---|---|
| Japanese | シュバルゴ (Chevargo) |
| German | Cavalanzas |
| French | Lançargot |
| Italian | Escavalier |
| Spanish | Escavalier |
| Korean | 슈바르고 (syubareugo) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 骑士蜗牛 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 騎士蝸牛 |
| English |
Cavalry Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | きへいポケモン |
| German | Kavallerie-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Chevalier |
| Italian | Pokémon Cavaliere |
| Spanish | Pokémon Soldado |
| Korean | 기병포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 骑兵宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 騎兵寶可夢 |
Name origin
- escargot
- French for ‘snail’
- cavalier
- knight; mounted soldier

