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Finneon is a Water-type Pokemon known for its role in the Sinnoh era, its evolution line, abilities and unique matchup profile. This guide covers Finneon’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Finneon 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 | Quick Facts |
| Stats | Best Moves |
| All Moves | Weaknesses |
| Evolution | Locations |
| Abilities | FAQ |
Finneon is a Water-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 4. It is known as the Wing Fish Pokemon and evolves into Lumineon.
Competitive Overview
Finneon is usually a lower-power Pokemon that is more useful during progression than in serious competitive play. Swift Swim can help it move faster in rain, while Storm Drain gives it useful Water-type utility when available.
Its low stats mean it is usually outclassed until it evolves into Lumineon.
Here are the key facts to know about Finneon, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Finneon
National Dex
#0456
Type
Water
Species
Wing Fish Pokemon
Height
1’04” / 0.4 m
40 cm
Weight
15.4 lbs / 7.0 kg
7.0 kg
Abilities
Swift Swim, Storm Drain, Water Veil
Finneon has a stat profile that shapes its role across Pokemon games. Use the stats module below to view its base stats.
Finneon can use several useful attacks and support moves across different Pokemon games. These are some of Finneon’s most useful and recognizable moves.
A reliable Water-type special attack across many Pokemon games.
A physical Water-type option when available.
A high-power Water-type attack with lower accuracy.
Coverage against Grass, Dragon, Flying and Ground-type Pokemon.
Lets Finneon deal damage and switch out when available.
Provides passive recovery over time.
Can support the team by boosting Speed when available.
A situational disruption move in some games.
Finneon can learn different moves across Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Finneon’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Finneon is a Water-type Pokemon. Its typing determines which attacks it is weak to, resists or is immune to across most Pokemon games.
Type
Water
Weaknesses
Grass, Electric
Resistances
Fire, Water, Ice, Steel
Immunity
None
Finneon’s abilities can affect its defensive value, offensive pressure or team role depending on the game and format.
Doubles Speed in rain, making this Pokemon faster on rain teams.
Draws in Water-type moves and raises Special Attack when hit by one.
Prevents burns, protecting physical attackers from Attack reduction.
Finneon evolution information is listed below, including its previous form, next form or single-stage status where applicable.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Finneon at Level 31
Finneon’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Some games allow direct encounters, while others require evolution, trade, transfer or migration.
| Game | Where to Find Finneon |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Finneon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Finneon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Finneon had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Finneon |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Finneon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Finneon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Finneon had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Finneon |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Finneon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Finneon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Finneon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Finneon had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Finneon had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Finneon |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Fish with the Good Rod on Sinnoh water routes, including Route 205 and Route 218. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Fish with the Good Rod on Sinnoh water routes, including Route 205 and Route 218. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Fish with the Good Rod on Sinnoh water routes, including Route 205 and Route 218. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Finneon |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon White |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Finneon |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Y |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Finneon |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate 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 Finneon |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Fish with the Good Rod on Sinnoh water routes, including Route 205 and Route 218. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Fish with the Good Rod on Sinnoh water routes, including Route 205 and Route 218. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Cobalt Coastlands water areas such as Seagrass Haven. |
| Game | Where to Find Finneon |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Finneon |
|---|---|
 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 Finneon. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Finneon is a Water-type Pokemon.
Finneon is weak to Grass, Electric-type moves.
Finneon evolution details are listed in the evolution section above.
Finneon’s abilities are Swift Swim, Storm Drain, Water Veil.
Finneon’s best moves often include Surf, Waterfall, Hydro Pump, Ice Beam, U-turn, Aqua Ring, Tailwind, Attract.
Finneon can be useful depending on the game, format and team support, especially when its typing, abilities and best moves fit the matchup.
The most common method depends on the game. Check the Where to Find section above for generation-by-generation availability.
Finneon does not have a confirmed major Mega, Gigantamax, regional or similar alternate form section on this page.
Final Output Note:
Removed: Featured Competitive Build section removed because no confirmed TGH Pokemon Champions build was found for this Pokemon. Mega or alternate form sections removed because no major alternate form applies.
Not API-driven yet: Descriptions, abilities text, best moves, competitive overview, Related Guides links, Legends Z-A locations and Pokemon Winds and Waves availability are manually written.
Needs human review before publishing: Location rows, type icon media IDs, Pokemon Champions build availability, shortcodes, and all Pokemon Legends Z-A availability details.
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