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Eternatus is a Legendary Poison and Dragon-type Pokemon introduced in Pokemon Sword and Shield. This guide covers Eternatus’ stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations, Eternamax form and current Pokemon game availability.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Special Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Eternatus guide supports current Pokemon games and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
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Eternatus is a Legendary Poison and Dragon-type Pokemon from the Galar region. It is closely tied to the Dynamax phenomenon and has a unique Eternamax form that appears during the story of Pokemon Sword and Shield.
Competitive Overview
Eternatus is usually strong in formats where it is legal because it has excellent HP, Special Attack and Speed, plus a useful Poison and Dragon typing. Its special attacking movepool lets it pressure many opponents with moves like Dynamax Cannon, Sludge Bomb and Flamethrower.
Eternatus also has strong defensive utility thanks to Recover, Toxic and Cosmic Power in games where those options are available. Its biggest concerns are its weaknesses to Ground, Psychic, Ice and Dragon-type attacks, along with format restrictions that often limit Legendary Pokemon.
Here are the key facts to know about Eternatus, including its type, ability, height, weight and species information.
Name
Eternatus
National Dex
#0890
Type
Poison / Dragon
Species
Gigantic Pokemon
Height
65’07” / 20.0 m
2000 cm
Weight
2094.4 lbs / 950.0 kg
950 kg
Abilities
Pressure
Eternatus has a very high base stat total with standout HP, Special Attack and Speed. This makes it a fast and powerful special attacker with unusual bulk for an offensive Legendary Pokemon.
Eternatus is best known for Dragon, Poison and special coverage moves. These are some of Eternatus’ most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
Eternatus’ signature Dragon-type attack is especially important against Dynamaxed targets in games where Dynamax is active.
A massive Dragon-type attack with huge power, balanced by the need to recharge afterward.
A reliable Poison-type attack that gives Eternatus strong same-type damage and a chance to poison targets.
Useful Fire-type coverage against Steel, Ice, Bug and Grass-type Pokemon that may try to switch in.
A key recovery move that helps Eternatus use its high HP and stay active during longer battles.
A classic status move that lets Eternatus wear down bulky opponents when available.
Boosts Defense and Special Defense, helping Eternatus become harder to remove in longer games.
A powerful special coverage option in games where Eternatus can use it, especially with the right item support.
Eternatus can learn a focused movepool across different Pokemon games, including Dragon, Poison, Fire, Psychic, Normal and support moves. Use the section below to view Eternatus’ move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Eternatus is a Poison and Dragon-type Pokemon. This gives it several useful resistances, including a strong resistance to Grass-type moves, but it is weak to Ground, Psychic, Ice and Dragon-type attacks.
Type
Poison / Dragon
Weaknesses
Ground, Psychic, Ice and Dragon
Resistances
Fighting, Poison, Bug, Fire, Water and Electric
Strong Resistance
Grass
Eternatus has Pressure as its standard ability. This ability can drain opposing move PP more quickly when opponents target Eternatus.
Makes opposing Pokemon use extra PP when they target Eternatus with a move. This can matter in longer battles where move resources are important.
Eternatus does not evolve from or into any other Pokemon. Eternamax Eternatus is a special story form rather than a normal evolution.
Single Stage
Does not evolve
Eternatus availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In Pokemon Sword and Shield, Eternatus is obtained during the main story, while most other games either do not include it or require transfer support.
| Game | Where to Find Eternatus |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Eternatus |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Eternatus |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Eternatus |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Eternatus |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Eternatus |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Y |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Eternatus |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available because Eternatus had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Eternatus |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Caught during the main story at the Energy Plant in Hammerlocke Stadium. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Caught during the main story at the Energy Plant in Hammerlocke Stadium. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Eternatus |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Transfer when supported. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Transfer when supported. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Eternatus |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
Eternamax Eternatus is Eternatus’ special powered-up form connected to the Dynamax phenomenon. It appears during the story of Pokemon Sword and Shield, but it is not normally used as a standard playable form.
Category
Gigantic Pokemon
Type
Poison / Dragon
Height
328’1″
Weight
Unknown
Eternamax Eternatus represents Eternatus overloaded with energy. Because it is a special battle and story form, availability and competitive use should be reviewed carefully before publishing format-specific build advice.
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Eternatus. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Eternatus is a Poison and Dragon-type Pokemon.
Eternatus is weak to Ground, Psychic, Ice and Dragon-type moves.
No. Eternatus does not evolve from or into any other Pokemon.
Eternatus has Pressure as its standard ability.
Eternatus’ best moves often include Dynamax Cannon, Eternabeam, Sludge Bomb, Flamethrower, Recover, Toxic, Cosmic Power and Meteor Beam.
Yes, Eternatus is usually strong in formats where it is legal because of its high HP, Special Attack, Speed and useful special movepool.
The main way to get Eternatus is by catching it during the story of Pokemon Sword and Shield. In other games, use transfer only when supported.
Eternamax Eternatus information is included on this page and can be updated as new game and competitive details become available.
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