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Vanilluxe is an Ice-type Pokemon known for its two-headed ice cream-like body, strong Special Attack, Snow Warning ability and evolution from Vanillish. This guide covers Vanilluxe’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 Vanilluxe guide supports current Pokemon games 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 |
Vanilluxe is the final evolution of Vanillite and Vanillish. It is an Ice-type Pokemon with two heads, strong special attacking power and access to snow-based abilities that support Ice-type strategies.
Competitive Overview
Vanilluxe can be useful in competitive formats as a special attacker and weather setter thanks to Snow Warning, which can automatically start snow in games where the ability works that way. Its Ice typing gives it strong offensive pressure against Dragon, Flying, Grass and Ground-type Pokemon.
Vanilluxe’s biggest strengths are Blizzard, Freeze-Dry, Ice Beam and snow synergy. Its biggest issues are its defensive typing and weaknesses to Fire, Fighting, Rock and Steel-type moves.
Here are the key facts to know about Vanilluxe, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Vanilluxe
National Dex
#0584
Type
Ice
Species
Snowstorm Pokemon
Height
4’03” / 1.3 m
130 cm
Weight
126.8 lbs / 57.5 kg
57.5 kg
Abilities
Ice Body, Snow Warning, Weak Armor
Vanilluxe has strong Special Attack and solid mixed bulk for an Ice-type Pokemon. It is usually strongest when using special Ice-type attacks and snow-based support.
Vanilluxe has useful Ice-type attacks and coverage options across Pokemon games. These are some of Vanilluxe’s most useful and recognizable moves.
A powerful Ice-type attack that becomes especially threatening when supported by snow or hail.
A reliable Ice-type special attack with strong accuracy and a chance to freeze.
A unique Ice-type attack that is super effective against Water-type Pokemon.
Coverage that helps Vanilluxe hit Rock, Ice and Fairy-type Pokemon.
Coverage that can help Vanilluxe damage Fire and Rock-type Pokemon in games where it can learn the move.
A counterattack option that can punish special attackers after Vanilluxe takes damage.
A setup move that boosts Speed and can help Vanilluxe become harder to outspeed.
A high-risk finishing move that can deal heavy damage before Vanilluxe leaves the field.
Vanilluxe has useful Ice-type attacks and coverage options across Pokemon games. These are some of Vanilluxe’s most useful and recognizable moves. Use the section below to view Vanilluxe’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Sword and Shield
Vanilluxe is an Ice-type Pokemon. This gives it resistance to Ice-type moves, but it is weak to Fire, Fighting, Rock and Steel-type attacks.
Type
Ice
Weaknesses
Fire, Fighting, Rock and Steel
Resistances
Ice
Immunity
None
Vanilluxe’s abilities support Ice-type play, weather strategies and speed-based counterplay depending on the game and format.
Restores HP during hail or snow in games where the ability is active. This can help Vanilluxe stay healthy on Ice-focused teams.
Summons hail or snow when Vanilluxe enters battle, depending on the game. This can power up Blizzard accuracy and support Ice-type strategies.
Raises Speed when Vanilluxe is hit by a physical attack, but lowers Defense. This can help it become faster after taking contact damage.
Vanilluxe evolves from Vanillish, which evolves from Vanillite. The full Vanilluxe evolution line is Vanillite, Vanillish and Vanilluxe.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Vanillite at Level 35
Stage 3
Evolves from Vanillish at Level 47
Vanilluxe’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Vanilluxe is obtained by evolving Vanillish at Level 47, while some games allow it to be found directly in the wild.
| Game | Where to Find Vanilluxe |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Vanilluxe had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Vanilluxe had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Vanilluxe had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Vanilluxe |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Vanilluxe had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Vanilluxe had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Vanilluxe had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Vanilluxe |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Vanilluxe had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Vanilluxe had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Vanilluxe had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Vanilluxe had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Vanilluxe had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Vanilluxe |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Vanilluxe had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Vanilluxe had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Vanilluxe had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Vanilluxe had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Vanilluxe had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Vanilluxe |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Evolve Vanillite or Vanillish. |
 Pokemon White |
Evolve Vanillite or Vanillish. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Dragonspiral Tower and Giant Chasm. Vanilluxe can also be obtained by evolving Vanillish at Level 47. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Dragonspiral Tower and Giant Chasm. Vanilluxe can also be obtained by evolving Vanillish at Level 47. |
| Game | Where to Find Vanilluxe |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Evolve Vanillite or Vanillish. |
 Pokemon Y |
Evolve Vanillite or Vanillish. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Vanilluxe |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Evolve Vanillite or Vanillish. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Evolve Vanillite or Vanillish. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Mount Lanakila. Vanilluxe can also be obtained by evolving Vanillish at Level 47. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Mount Lanakila. Vanilluxe can also be obtained by evolving Vanillish at Level 47. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Vanilluxe |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Route 10 and Lake of Outrage. Vanilluxe can also be obtained by evolving Vanillish at Level 47. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Route 10 and Lake of Outrage. Vanilluxe can also be obtained by evolving Vanillish at Level 47. |
 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 Vanilluxe |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Available as an Alpha Pokemon in Wild Zone 20. Also appears in 4-Star Hyperspace Wild Zones. |
| Game | Where to Find Vanilluxe |
|---|---|
 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 Vanilluxe. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Vanilluxe is an Ice-type Pokemon.
Vanilluxe is weak to Fire, Fighting, Rock and Steel-type moves.
Vanilluxe evolves from Vanillish at Level 47. Vanillish evolves from Vanillite at Level 35.
Vanilluxe’s abilities are Ice Body, Snow Warning and Weak Armor. Weak Armor is its hidden ability.
Vanilluxe’s best moves often include Blizzard, Ice Beam, Freeze-Dry, Flash Cannon, Water Pulse, Mirror Coat, Autotomize and Explosion.
Vanilluxe can be useful as an Ice-type special attacker and snow setter, especially when it can use Snow Warning and accurate Blizzards.
The most common way to get Vanilluxe is to evolve Vanillish at Level 47, though some games also have wild Vanilluxe encounters.
No. Vanilluxe does not have a Mega Evolution, Gigantamax form, regional form or other major alternate form.
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