Pokemon Guide
Zweilous is a Dark / Dragon-type Pokemon. This guide covers Zweilous’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 Zweilous 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 | Abilities |
| Quick Facts | Stats |
| Best Moves | All Moves |
| Weaknesses | Evolution |
| Locations | FAQ |
Zweilous is a Dark and Dragon-type Pokemon that evolves from Deino and later evolves into Hydreigon. It is known for aggressive two-headed behavior, strong physical attacks and its role as the middle stage of the Deino line.
Competitive Overview
Zweilous can be useful in limited formats thanks to Hustle-boosted physical attacks, Dragon typing and Eviolite potential. Its main drawbacks are imperfect accuracy, middling Speed and a major Fairy weakness.
Here are the key facts to know about Zweilous, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Zweilous
National Dex
#0634
Type
Dark / Dragon
Species
Hostile Pokemon
Height
4’07” / 1.4 m
140 cm
Weight
110.2 lbs / 50.0 kg
50.0 kg
Abilities
Hustle
Use the stat table below to review Zweilous’s base stats across Pokemon games.
These are some of Zweilous’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A reliable Dark-type physical attack and one of Zweilous’s most useful STAB moves.
A strong Dragon-type attack that fits Zweilous’s physical offense.
A special Dragon-type option used in some games and mixed sets.
An early Dark-type attack that can cause flinching.
A straightforward physical attack for early and mid-game coverage.
A powerful Dragon-type move for maximum damage when available.
A useful Normal-type coverage move with paralysis chance in several games.
A Dark-type option that can hit harder after the target has already taken damage.
Use the section below to view Zweilous’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Zweilous is a Dark / Dragon-type Pokemon. This typing determines its weaknesses, resistances and immunities in battle.
Type
Dark / Dragon
Weaknesses
Fighting, Bug, Ice, Dragon, Fairy
Resistances
Ghost, Fire, Water, Grass, Electric, Dark
Immunity
Psychic
Zweilous’s abilities shape how it performs in battle across different Pokemon games.
Boosts Zweilous’s Attack but lowers the accuracy of its physical moves. This makes it hit harder while requiring careful move choices.
Deino evolves into Zweilous at Level 50. Zweilous then evolves into Hydreigon at Level 64.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Deino at Level 50
Stage 3
Evolves from Zweilous at Level 64
Zweilous is usually obtained by evolving Deino at Level 50, though some games allow Zweilous to be found directly in late-game areas.
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Earlier Games |
Not available in this generation. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Evolve Deino or Zweilous. Deino and Zweilous are associated with Victory Road in Black, White, Black 2 and White 2. |
 Pokemon White |
Evolve Deino or Zweilous. Deino and Zweilous are associated with Victory Road in Black, White, Black 2 and White 2. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Evolve Deino or Zweilous. Deino and Zweilous are associated with Victory Road in Black, White, Black 2 and White 2. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Evolve Deino or Zweilous. Deino and Zweilous are associated with Victory Road in Black, White, Black 2 and White 2. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Transfer from another game when available. |
 Pokemon Y |
Transfer from another game when available. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Transfer from Pokemon Bank or obtain through supported special methods when available. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Transfer from Pokemon Bank or obtain through supported special methods when available. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Transfer from Pokemon Bank or obtain through supported special methods when available. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Transfer from Pokemon Bank or obtain through supported special methods when available. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Obtain through DLC areas, transfer or supported availability depending on the Pokemon. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Obtain through DLC areas, transfer or supported availability depending on the Pokemon. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Not available in this game unless transferred through supported services. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Not available in this game unless transferred through supported services. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Transfer, evolve or catch depending on current game compatibility and DLC availability. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Transfer, evolve or catch depending on current game compatibility and DLC availability. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data should be checked against current Legends Z-A availability and updates. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 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 Zweilous. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Zweilous is a Dark / Dragon-type Pokemon.
Zweilous is weak to Fighting, Bug, Ice, Dragon, Fairy-type moves.
Zweilous’s abilities are Hustle.
Zweilous’s best moves often include Crunch, Dragon Rush, Dragon Pulse, Bite.
Zweilous is usually obtained by evolving Deino at Level 50, though some games allow Zweilous to be found directly in late-game areas.
Deino evolves into Zweilous at Level 50. Zweilous then evolves into Hydreigon at Level 64.
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