Pokemon Guide
Deino is a Dark / Dragon-type Pokemon. This guide covers Deino’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Deino 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 |
Deino is a Dark / Dragon-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 5. It is the first stage of the Hydreigon evolution line and is known for its aggressive, hard-hitting nature.
Competitive Overview
Deino is mainly valuable as the first stage of a powerful pseudo-legendary line. It can hit hard for an unevolved Pokemon, but it usually needs evolution into Zweilous and Hydreigon to reach its full potential.
Its best role depends on the current game, ruleset, available moves and team support.
Here are the key facts to know about Deino, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Deino
National Dex
#0633
Type
Dark / Dragon
Species
Irate Pokemon
Height
2’07” / 0.8 m
80 cm
Weight
38.1 lbs / 17.3 kg
17.3 kg
Abilities
Hustle
Deino’s stats shape how it performs across Pokemon games. Use the stat chart below to view its base stat spread.
Deino can use several useful moves depending on the game, format and available move tutor or TM options.
A reliable Dragon-type special attack.
A powerful physical Dragon-type move.
A strong physical Dark-type attack.
A reliable special Dark-type move.
A simple physical attack with flinch potential.
Boosts offensive stats for mixed attacking sets.
Coverage against Steel, Bug, Ice and Grass-type Pokemon.
Coverage against Dragon, Flying, Grass and Ground-type Pokemon.
Use the section below to view Deino’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Deino is a Dark / Dragon-type Pokemon. Its typing determines its weaknesses, resistances and immunities across Pokemon battles.
Type
Dark / Dragon
Weaknesses
Fighting, Bug, Ice, Dragon, Fairy
Resistances
Fire, Water, Grass, Electric, Ghost, Dark
Immunity
Psychic
Deino’s abilities can affect its role across different Pokemon games and battle formats.
Hustle is one of Deino’s abilities and can change how it performs depending on the game, battle format and available ability slot.
Deino’s evolution details depend on its evolution line and current game rules.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Deino at Level 50
Stage 3
Evolves from Zweilous at Level 64
Deino availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. It is often version-exclusive or found in late-game areas, then evolved into Zweilous and Hydreigon.
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Victory Road. |
 Pokemon White |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Victory Road. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Terminus Cave. |
 Pokemon Y |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Lake of Outrage and Max Raid Battles. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Alfornada Cavern and other mountain or cave areas. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Deino. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Deino is a Dark / Dragon-type Pokemon.
Deino is weak to Fighting, Bug, Ice, Dragon, Fairy-type moves.
Deino is the starting form in its evolution line.
Deino’s abilities are Hustle.
Deino’s best moves often include Dragon Pulse, Dragon Rush, Crunch, Dark Pulse, Headbutt.
Deino can be useful depending on the game, team role and battle format.
Deino availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. It is often version-exclusive or found in late-game areas, then evolved into Zweilous and Hydreigon.
No, Deino does not have a confirmed official Mega Evolution.
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