Pokemon Guide
Thievul is a Dark-type Pokemon from the Galar region, known for its fox-like design, tricky battle style and evolution from Nickit. This guide covers Thievul’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations across Pokemon games.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Thievul 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.
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| Stats | Best Moves |
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| Evolution | Locations |
| Abilities | FAQ |
Thievul is the evolved form of Nickit. It is a Dark-type Pokemon known for stealthy movement, clever tactics and a movepool that includes Dark, Ghost, Psychic and Normal-type options.
Competitive Overview
Thievul is a niche competitive Pokemon that can function as a fast special attacker or disruptive support option in formats where its tools are available. Moves like Nasty Plot, Dark Pulse, Snarl and Parting Shot-style utility can help it create pressure.
Thievul’s biggest strengths are its Speed, special utility and tricky ability options such as Unburden and Stakeout. Its biggest issue is that its bulk and raw damage are limited compared with many fully evolved attackers.
Here are the key facts to know about Thievul, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Thievul
National Dex
#0828
Type
Dark
Species
Fox Pokemon
Height
3’11” / 1.2 m
120 cm
Weight
43.9 lbs / 19.9 kg
19.9 kg
Abilities
Run Away, Unburden, Stakeout
Thievul has solid Speed and Special Defense with a usable Special Attack stat. It usually plays best as a fast utility Pokemon or special attacker rather than a bulky front-line fighter.
Thievul has a tricky movepool with Dark, Ghost, Psychic and Normal-type options. These are some of Thievul’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A reliable Dark-type special attack that gives Thievul steady damage against Psychic and Ghost-type Pokemon.
A setup move that sharply boosts Special Attack and can turn Thievul into a stronger special attacker.
A useful Dark-type spread move in some formats that can lower opposing Special Attack.
A strong utility attack that removes opposing held items when available.
A physical Dark-type attack with an increased critical-hit chance.
Coverage that helps Thievul hit Ghost and Psychic-type Pokemon.
Special coverage that can help Thievul hit Fighting and Poison-type Pokemon.
A priority move that can help Thievul finish weakened opponents.
Thievul can learn a move pool across different Pokemon games that reflects its typing and role. Use the section below to view Thievul’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Sword and Shield
Thievul is a Dark-type Pokemon. This gives it weaknesses to Fighting, Bug and Fairy-type moves, resistances to Ghost and Dark-type moves and an immunity to Psychic-type moves.
Type
Dark
Weaknesses
Fighting, Bug and Fairy
Resistances
Ghost and Dark
Immunity
Psychic
Thievul’s abilities support escape, item-based speed strategies or extra damage against switching opponents depending on the game and format.
Allows Thievul to escape from wild Pokemon battles more reliably in games where the ability applies.
Doubles Speed after Thievul consumes or loses its held item, which can support fast offensive strategies.
Increases damage against opposing Pokemon that switch in, rewarding strong prediction and aggressive play.
Thievul evolves from Nickit at Level 18. The full Thievul evolution line is Nickit and Thievul.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Nickit at Level 18
Thievul’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Thievul is obtained by catching it directly, catching Nickit and evolving it at Level 18 or transferring it from another game.
| Game | Where to Find Thievul |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Thievul |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Thievul |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Thievul |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Thievul |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Thievul |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Y |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Thievul |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available because Thievul had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Thievul |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Found in the Wild Area in several areas depending on weather. Thievul can also be obtained by evolving Nickit at Level 18. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Found in the Wild Area in several areas depending on weather. Thievul can also be obtained by evolving Nickit at Level 18. |
 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 Thievul |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Appears in 3-Star Hyperspace Wild Zones in the Mega Dimension DLC. Thievul can also be obtained by evolving Nickit at Level 18. |
| Game | Where to Find Thievul |
|---|---|
 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 Thievul. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Thievul is a Dark-type Pokemon.
Thievul is weak to Fighting, Bug and Fairy-type moves.
Thievul evolves from Nickit at Level 18. The full Thievul evolution line is Nickit and Thievul.
Thievul’s abilities are Run Away, Unburden, Stakeout.
Thievul’s best moves often include Dark Pulse, Nasty Plot, Snarl, Knock Off, Night Slash, Shadow Ball, Psychic and Quick Attack.
Thievul is a niche competitive Pokemon that can function as a fast special attacker or disruptive support option in formats where its tools are available. Moves like Nasty Plot, Dark Pulse, Snarl and Parting Shot-style utility can help it create pressure.
Thievul’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Thievul is obtained by catching it directly, catching Nickit and evolving it at Level 18 or transferring it from another game.
No. Thievul does not have a Mega Evolution, Gigantamax form or major alternate form in the main Pokemon games.
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