Pokemon Guide
Braviary is a Normal / Flying-type Pokemon. This guide covers Braviary’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Regional Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Braviary guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
| Description | Abilities |
| Quick Facts | Stats |
| Best Moves | All Moves |
| Weaknesses | Evolution |
| Locations | FAQ |
Braviary evolves from Rufflet. It is a Normal and Flying-type Pokemon known for bravery, high physical power and a Hisuian regional form.
Competitive Overview
Braviary can work in formats where its typing, abilities and movepool fit the team. Its best role changes depending on the game, available moves and competitive rules.
Use its best attacks, ability options and matchup advantages carefully, especially against Pokemon that target its weaknesses.
Here are the key facts to know about Braviary, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Braviary
National Dex
#0628
Type
Normal / Flying
Species
Valiant Pokemon
Height
4’11” / 1.5 m
150 cm
Weight
90.4 lbs / 41.0 kg
41.0 kg
Abilities
Keen Eye, Sheer Force, Defiant
Braviary’s stats shape how it performs across Pokemon games. Use the stat chart below to view its base stat spread.
Braviary can use several useful moves depending on the game, format and available move tutor or TM options.
A powerful Flying-type attack and one of Braviary’s strongest options.
A strong Normal-type attack in games where it is available.
Excellent coverage against Rock, Steel, Ice, Normal and Dark-type Pokemon.
Boosts team Speed support.
A Normal-type move that can lower Defense.
Reliable Flying-type damage that does not miss.
Boosts Attack and Defense for physical sets.
Coverage against Ghost and Psychic-type Pokemon.
Use the section below to view Braviary’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Braviary is a Normal / Flying-type Pokemon. Its typing determines its weaknesses, resistances and immunities across Pokemon battles.
Type
Normal / Flying
Weaknesses
Electric, Ice, Rock
Resistances
Grass, Bug
Immunity
Ground, Ghost
Braviary’s abilities can change how it performs in battle depending on the game and format.
Keen Eye is one of Braviary’s available abilities. Its value depends on the game, ruleset and team role.
Sheer Force is one of Braviary’s available abilities. Its value depends on the game, ruleset and team role.
Defiant is one of Braviary’s available abilities. Its value depends on the game, ruleset and team role.
Braviary’s evolution line and related forms are shown below.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Rufflet at Level 54
Regional Form
Hisuian Braviary is a Psychic and Flying-type regional form
Braviary’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Use the dropdowns below for generation-by-generation location notes.
| Game | Where to Find Braviary |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Red | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Blue | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Yellow | Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Braviary |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Gold | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Silver | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Crystal | Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Braviary |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Ruby | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Sapphire | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Emerald | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon FireRed | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon LeafGreen | Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Braviary |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Diamond | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Pearl | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Platinum | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon HeartGold | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon SoulSilver | Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Braviary |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Black | Usually obtained through catching, evolving or trading depending on the version. |
| Pokemon White | Usually obtained through catching, evolving or trading depending on the version. |
| Pokemon Black 2 | Usually obtained through catching, evolving or trading depending on the version. |
| Pokemon White 2 | Usually obtained through catching, evolving or trading depending on the version. |
| Game | Where to Find Braviary |
|---|---|
| Pokemon X | Trade or transfer from another game unless available through special encounters. |
| Pokemon Y | Trade or transfer from another game unless available through special encounters. |
| Pokemon Omega Ruby | Trade or transfer from another game. |
| Pokemon Alpha Sapphire | Trade or transfer from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Braviary |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Sun | Trade or transfer from another game. |
| Pokemon Moon | Trade or transfer from another game. |
| Pokemon Ultra Sun | Trade or transfer from another game. |
| Pokemon Ultra Moon | Trade or transfer from another game. |
| Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee | Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Braviary |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Sword | Available through encounter, evolution, DLC or transfer depending on species and version. |
| Pokemon Shield | Available through encounter, evolution, DLC or transfer depending on species and version. |
| Pokemon Brilliant Diamond | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Shining Pearl | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Legends: Arceus | Available as Hisuian Braviary by evolving Rufflet in Hisui. |
| Game | Where to Find Braviary |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Scarlet | Available through encounter, evolution or transfer depending on species and version. |
| Pokemon Violet | Available through encounter, evolution or transfer depending on species and version. |
| Pokemon Legends Z-A | Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Braviary |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Winds and Waves | Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
Hisuian Braviary is Braviary’s Psychic and Flying-type regional form from Pokemon Legends: Arceus.
This form changes Braviary from Normal / Flying to Psychic / Flying and gives the line special Hisui-region coverage.
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Braviary. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Braviary is a Normal and Flying-type Pokemon.
Braviary is weak to Electric, Ice, Rock-type moves.
Evolves from Rufflet at Level 54
Braviary’s abilities are Keen Eye, Sheer Force, Defiant.
Braviary’s best moves often include Brave Bird, Return, Close Combat, Tailwind.
Braviary can be useful depending on the game, format, moves and ability choices.
Braviary’s availability changes by game. Check the locations section for generation-by-generation availability.
Braviary does not currently have a Mega Evolution.
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