Slither Wing Pokemon Guide

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Slither Wing Pokemon Guide

Slither Wing is a Bug / Fighting-type Paradox Pokemon from Generation 9. This guide covers Slither Wing’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations across Pokemon games.

Bug type Pokemon icon
Fighting type Pokemon icon

Normal Form

Slither Wing

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Shiny Form

Shiny Slither Wing

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Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Slither Wing 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.

Slither Wing Description

Slither Wing is a Bug and Fighting-type Paradox Pokemon introduced in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. It resembles an ancient relative of Volcarona and uses strong physical attacks to pressure opponents.

Competitive Overview

Is Slither Wing Good in Competitive?

Slither Wing can be useful as a physical attacker because of its high Attack, strong Fighting and Bug moves and Protosynthesis support. Its biggest challenge is handling Flying-type attacks, which are especially dangerous.

Its value can change by format, but Slither Wing is easiest to understand by its typing, ability, strongest moves and how well it fits into current team structures.

Slither Wing Quick Facts

Here are the key facts to know about Slither Wing, including its type, ability, height, weight and species information.

Name

Slither Wing

National Dex

#0988

Type

Bug type Pokemon icon
Fighting type Pokemon icon

Bug / Fighting

Species

Paradox Pokemon

Height

10’06” / 3.2 m

320 cm

Weight

202.8 lbs / 92.0 kg

92.0 kg

Ability

Protosynthesis

Slither Wing Stats

Slither Wing has a Paradox Pokemon stat profile built around its typing, ability and battle role. Use the stat table below to review its full base stat spread.

Hp
85
Attack
135
Defense
79
Special Attack
85
Special Defense
105
Speed
81

Slither Wing Best Moves Across Pokemon Games

These are some of Slither Wing’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.

Bug type Pokemon icon

First Impression

A strong priority Bug-type attack that works on the first turn Slither Wing is active.

Fighting type Pokemon icon

Close Combat

A high-power Fighting-type move that gives Slither Wing major damage potential.

Bug type Pokemon icon

Leech Life

A Bug-type attack that restores HP after dealing damage.

Electric type Pokemon icon

Wild Charge

Coverage against Water and Flying-type Pokemon.

Fire type Pokemon icon

Flare Blitz

Powerful coverage against Steel, Grass, Bug and Ice-type Pokemon.

Ground type Pokemon icon

Earthquake

Ground coverage for Fire, Electric, Rock, Poison and Steel-type Pokemon.

Bug type Pokemon icon

U-turn

A pivoting attack that lets Slither Wing deal damage and switch out.

Normal type Pokemon icon

Morning Sun

Recovery that can help Slither Wing stay active longer.

Slither Wing All Moves

Use the section below to view Slither Wing’s move list by learn method.

Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

Level-Up Moves
LevelMoveTypeCategoryPowerAccuracy
1Bug Bite Bug type Pokemon icon Bug Physical60100
1Ember Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Special40100
1Gust Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Special40100
7Poison Powder Poison type Pokemon icon Poison Status75
7Stun Spore Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Status75
14Flame Charge Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Physical50100
21Stomp Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical65100
28Low Sweep Fighting type Pokemon icon Fighting Physical65100
35Morning Sun Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status
42Lunge Bug type Pokemon icon Bug Physical80100
49Superpower Fighting type Pokemon icon Fighting Physical120100
56Bulk Up Fighting type Pokemon icon Fighting Status
63Dual Wingbeat Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Physical4090
70First Impression Bug type Pokemon icon Bug Physical90100
77Whirlwind Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status
84Leech Life Bug type Pokemon icon Bug Physical80100
91Thrash Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical120100
TM Moves
MethodMoveTypeCategoryPowerAccuracy
TMAcrobatics Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Physical55100
TMAerial Ace Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Physical60
TMBody Press Fighting type Pokemon icon Fighting Physical80100
TMBody Slam Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical85100
TMBrick Break Fighting type Pokemon icon Fighting Physical75100
TMBug Bite Bug type Pokemon icon Bug Physical60100
TMBug Buzz Bug type Pokemon icon Bug Special90100
TMBulk Up Fighting type Pokemon icon Fighting Status
TMClose Combat Fighting type Pokemon icon Fighting Physical120100
TMCurse Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Status
TMDouble Edge Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical120100
TMDual Wingbeat Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Physical4090
TMEarthquake Ground type Pokemon icon Ground Physical100100
TMEndure Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status
TMFacade Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical70100
TMFlame Charge Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Physical50100
TMFlare Blitz Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Physical120100
TMGiga Drain Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Special75100
TMGiga Impact Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical15090
TMHeat Crash Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Physical100
TMHeat Wave Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Special9590
TMHeavy Slam Steel type Pokemon icon Steel Physical100
TMHigh Horsepower Ground type Pokemon icon Ground Physical9595
TMHurricane Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Special11070
TMHyper Beam Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Special15090
TMLeech Life Bug type Pokemon icon Bug Physical80100
TMLow Kick Fighting type Pokemon icon Fighting Physical100
TMLow Sweep Fighting type Pokemon icon Fighting Physical65100
TMLunge Bug type Pokemon icon Bug Physical80100
TMProtect Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status
TMRain Dance Water type Pokemon icon Water Status
TMRest Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Status
TMReversal Fighting type Pokemon icon Fighting Physical100
TMSandstorm Rock type Pokemon icon Rock Status
TMSkitter Smack Bug type Pokemon icon Bug Physical7090
TMSleep Talk Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status
TMStomping Tantrum Ground type Pokemon icon Ground Physical75100
TMSubstitute Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status
TMSunny Day Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Status
TMTake Down Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical9085
TMTemper Flare Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Physical75100
TMTera Blast Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Special80100
TMTrailblaze Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Physical50100
TMU Turn Bug type Pokemon icon Bug Physical70100
TMWild Charge Electric type Pokemon icon Electric Physical90100
TMWill O Wisp Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Status85
TMZen Headbutt Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Physical8090
Egg Moves
MoveTypeCategoryPowerAccuracy
Sunny Day Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Status

Slither Wing Typing, Weaknesses and Resistances

Slither Wing is a Bug / Fighting-type Pokemon. This typing determines which attacks it is weak to, resists or ignores.

Type

Bug type Pokemon icon
Fighting type Pokemon icon

Bug / Fighting

Weaknesses

Flying type Pokemon icon
Fire type Pokemon icon
Psychic type Pokemon icon
Fairy type Pokemon icon

Flying, Fire, Psychic, Fairy

Resistances

Fighting type Pokemon icon
Ground type Pokemon icon
Bug type Pokemon icon
Grass type Pokemon icon
Dark type Pokemon icon

Fighting, Ground, Bug, Grass, Dark

Immunity

None

Slither Wing Abilities

Slither Wing’s ability helps define its role in battle.

Protosynthesis

Raises Slither Wing’s highest stat in harsh sunlight or when it holds Booster Energy.

Slither Wing Evolution

Slither Wing does not evolve. It is a single-stage Paradox Pokemon.

Single Stage

Slither Wing

Bug type Pokemon icon
Fighting type Pokemon icon
slither-wing

Does not evolve

Where to Find Slither Wing in Pokemon Games

Slither Wing’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Check the tables below for current location and transfer notes.

Generation 9: Scarlet, Violet and Legends Z-A
Game Where to Find Slither Wing
Pokemon Scarlet box artPokemon Scarlet Found in Area Zero in Pokemon Scarlet. It is not normally available in Pokemon Violet without trading or transfer.
Pokemon Violet box artPokemon Violet Found in Area Zero in Pokemon Scarlet. It is not normally available in Pokemon Violet without trading or transfer.
Pokemon Legends Z-A box artPokemon Legends Z-A Location data not yet available.
Generation 10: Pokemon Winds and Waves
Game Where to Find Slither Wing
Pokemon Winds and Waves placeholder box artPokemon Winds and Waves Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed.

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Slither Wing FAQ

Here are quick answers to common questions about Slither Wing. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.

What type is Slither Wing?

Slither Wing is a Bug / Fighting-type Pokemon.

What is Slither Wing weak against?

Slither Wing is weak to Flying, Fire, Psychic, Fairy-type moves.

Does Slither Wing evolve?

No, Slither Wing does not evolve.

What is Slither Wing’s ability?

Slither Wing’s ability is Protosynthesis.

What are Slither Wing’s best moves?

Slither Wing’s best moves often include First Impression, Close Combat, Leech Life, Wild Charge.

How do you get Slither Wing?

Found in Area Zero in Pokemon Scarlet. It is not normally available in Pokemon Violet without trading or transfer.





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