Quilladin
Quilladin is a Grass type Pokémon introduced in Generation 6.
Upon evolution, the hard spikes on Quilladin's body grow even sturdier. Despite its prickly appearance, Quilladin is considered a gentle Pokémon that avoids battle.
Quilladin evolves from Chespin at level 16, and evolves into Chesnaught at level 36.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0651 |
|---|---|
| Type | Grass |
| Species | Spiny Armor Pokémon |
| Height | 0.7 m (2′04″) |
| Weight | 29.0 kg (63.9 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Overgrow Bulletproof (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0002 (X/Y — Central Kalos) 0214 (Legends: Z-A) 0210 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Defense |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 142 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Field |
|---|---|
| Gender | 87.5% male, 12.5% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 61 | 232 | 326 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 78 | 144 | 280 | |
| Defense | 95 | 175 | 317 | |
| Sp. Atk | 56 | 105 | 232 | |
| Sp. Def | 58 | 108 | 236 | |
| Speed | 57 | 107 | 234 | |
| Total | 405 | 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
Quilladin changes
- In Generations 6-7, Quilladin has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| X Omega Ruby |
It relies on its sturdy shell to deflect predators’ attacks. It counterattacks with its sharp quills. |
|---|---|
| Y Alpha Sapphire |
They strengthen their lower bodies by running into one another. They are very kind and won’t start fights. |
Moves learned by Quilladin
Moves learnt by level up
Quilladin learns the following moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Growl | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Vine Whip | Grass | 45 | 100 | |
| 5 | Growth | Normal | — | — | |
| 8 | Rollout | Rock | 30 | 90 | |
| 11 | Bite | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 15 | Leech Seed | Grass | — | 90 | |
| 18 | Pin Missile | Bug | 25 | 95 | |
| 27 | Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
| 35 | Brick Break | Fighting | 75 | 100 | |
| 42 | Body Slam | Normal | 85 | 100 | |
| 48 | Wood Hammer | Grass | 120 | 100 |
Egg moves
Quilladin does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Quilladin is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Legends: Z-A:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Headbutt | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 04 | Rock Smash | Fighting | 40 | 100 | |
| 05 | Roar | Normal | — | — | |
| 11 | Bulk Up | Fighting | — | — | |
| 12 | Rock Slide | Rock | 75 | 90 | |
| 17 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 22 | Aerial Ace | Flying | 60 | ∞ | |
| 23 | Thunder Punch | Electric | 75 | 100 | |
| 26 | Energy Ball | Grass | 90 | 100 | |
| 27 | Swift | Normal | 60 | ∞ | |
| 28 | Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | |
| 31 | Reflect | Psychic | — | — | |
| 35 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 36 | Rock Tomb | Rock | 60 | 95 | |
| 40 | Bullet Seed | Grass | 25 | 100 | |
| 42 | Giga Drain | Grass | 75 | 100 | |
| 46 | Mud Shot | Ground | 55 | 95 | |
| 58 | Iron Head | Steel | 80 | 100 | |
| 59 | Zen Headbutt | Psychic | 80 | 90 | |
| 61 | Shadow Claw | Ghost | 70 | 100 | |
| 64 | Solar Beam | Grass | 120 | 100 | |
| 77 | Poison Jab | Poison | 80 | 100 | |
| 78 | Bulldoze | Ground | 60 | 100 | |
| 85 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 88 | Spikes | Ground | — | — | |
| 91 | Curse | Ghost | — | — |
Moves learnt by level up
Quilladin learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Growl | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Vine Whip | Grass | 45 | 100 | |
| 8 | Rollout | Rock | 30 | 90 | |
| 11 | Bite | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 15 | Leech Seed | Grass | — | 90 | |
| 20 | Seed Bomb | Grass | 80 | 100 | |
| 24 | Pin Missile | Bug | 25 | 95 | |
| 29 | Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
| 34 | Mud Shot | Ground | 55 | 95 | |
| 38 | Bulk Up | Fighting | — | — | |
| 43 | Body Slam | Normal | 85 | 100 | |
| 47 | Pain Split | Normal | — | — | |
| 53 | Wood Hammer | Grass | 120 | 100 |
Egg moves
Quilladin learns the following moves via breeding or picnics in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Quilladin gen 9 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belly Drum | Normal | — | — | |
| Curse | Ghost | — | — | |
| Quick Guard | Fighting | — | — | |
| Spikes | Ground | — | — | |
| Super Fang | Normal | — | 90 | |
| Synthesis | Grass | — | — | |
| Wide Guard | Rock | — | — |
Moves learnt by TM
Quilladin is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
Quilladin sprites
Where to find Quilladin
| X Y |
Evolve Chespin |
|---|---|
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Sun Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Evolve Chespin |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Quilladin questions
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Other languages
| English | Quilladin |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ハリボーグ (Hariborg) |
| German | Igastarnish |
| French | Boguérisse |
| Italian | Quilladin |
| Spanish | Quilladin |
| Korean | 도치보구 (dochibogu) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 胖胖哈力 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 胖胖哈力 |
| English |
Spiny Armor Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | とげよろいポケモン |
| German | Spitzpanzer-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Épinarmure |
| Italian | Pokémon Spincorazza |
| Spanish | Pokémon Corazaespín |
| Korean | 가시갑옷포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 刺铠宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 刺鎧寶可夢 |
Name origin
- quill
- sharp feather/needle
- paladin
- heroic, chivalrous knight


