The wait is over. Pokemon Arceus is here! This updated version brings a ton of Hisuian forms to the game, which brings Pokemon to an entirely new level. We’re going to be discussing all of the forms, how to evolve them, their base stats and so much more.
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Hisuian Pokemon Forms Guide: 101 Guide to Base Stats, Evolve and More
Hisuian Decidueye
Hisui’s harsh environment has made Decidueye fierce and strong. Hisuian Decidueye wanders searching for food, and unlike its previous form, likes to engage in close-range combat. Decidueye’s kicks are so powerful that they can knock down trees and smash boulders.
Hisuian Decidueye can be found during Space-Time Distortions at the Coronet Highlands.
Hisuian Decidueye Base Stats
HP: 78
Speed: 70
Defence: 75
Attack: 107
Sp. Attack: 100
Sp. Defence: 100
How to Evolve
- Rowlet is the first evolution, which you can obtain after completing the main story.
- Rowlet evolves at level 17 to Dartrix.
- Dartrix evolves at level 36 to Hisuian Decidueye.
Level Up Learnsets
Rock Smash: Power – 40
Gust: Power – 40
Leafage: Power – 40
Roost: PP – 10
Aerial Ace: Power – 60
Magical Leaf: Power – 60
Air Slash: Power – 75
Aura Sphere: Power – 80
Leaf Blade: Power – 85
Triple Arrows: Power – 50
Brave Bird: Power – 100
Leaf Storm: Power – 110
Hisuian Typhlosion
Hisuian Typhlosion has a laid-back nature, but if angered, it will lose control and won’t hesitate to incinerate its opponents with ghost flames. Hisuian Typhlosion appears at the Crimson Mirelands during a Space Time Distortion.
Hisuian Typhlosion Base Stats
HP: 73
Speed: 95
Defence: 78
Attack: 84
Sp. Attack: 119
Sp. Defence: 85
How to Evolve
- Cyndaquil is the first evolution.
- Cyndaquil evolves at level 17 to Quilava.
- Quilava evolves at level 36 to Hisuian Typhlosion.
Level Up Learnsets
Hex: Power – 65
Quick Attack: Power – 40
Ember: Power – 40
Rollout: Power – 30
Flame Wheel: Power – 60
Swift: Power – 60
Flamethrower: Power – 90
Infernal Parade: Power – 60
Shadow Ball: Power – 80
Overheat: Power – 130
Hisuian Samurott
Hisuian Samurott will do whatever it takes to win and will use surprise attacks and other tricky strategies to gain an advantage during battle. You can find Hisuian Samurott at Alabaster Icelands during a Space Time Distortion.
Hisuian Samurott Base Stats
HP: 90
Speed: 85
Defence: 80
Attack: 108
Sp. Attack: 100
Sp. Defence: 65
How to Evolve
- Oshawott is the first evolution.
- Oshawott evolves at level 17 to Dewott.
- Dewott evolves at level 36 to Hisuian Samurott.
Level Up Learnsets
Night Slash: Power – 70
Tackle: Power – 40
Acqua Jet: Power – 40
Swords Dance: PP – 20
Water Pulse: Power – 60
Ceaseless Edge: Power – 65
Slash: Power – 70
Acqua Tail: Power – 90
Dark Pulse: Power – 80
Hydro Pump: Power – 110
Hisuian Qwilfish
The Hisuian Qwilfish can be found at the Cobalt Coastlands in the ocean. Typically, the Qwilfish doesn’t evolve into any other form, but in Hisui, it has a dual-type Dark/Poison form.
Hisuian Qwilfish Base Stats
HP: 65
Speed: 85
Defence: 85
Attack: 95
Sp. Attack: 55
Sp. Defence: 55
How to Evolve
The Hisuian Qwilfish can evolve after using Barbed Barrage 20 times in battles. After the 20th use, you will have the option to evolve.
Level Up Learnsets
Poison Sting: Power – 15
Spikes: Power – 40
Pin Missile: Power – 25
Barb Barrage: Power – 60
Water Pulse: Power – 60
Dark Pulse: Power – 80
Poison Jab: Power – 80
Acqua Tail: Power – 90
Double-Edge: Power – 120
Self-Destruct: Power – 200
Hisuian Lilligant
Hisuian Lilligant can be found in the Crimson Mirelands at either the Cottonsedge Prairie or the Holm of the Trials.
Hisuian Lilligant Base Stats
HP: 70
Speed: 105
Defence: 75
Attack: 105
Sp. Attack: 50
Sp. Defence: 75
How to Evolve
- Petilil is the first evolution.
- Petilil evolves into Lilligant when using a Sun Stone.
There are several ways to obtain a Sun Stone:
- Completing Request #85
- Exchanging MP for one at the Item Exchange
- Finding one in a Space Time Distortion
Level Up Learnsets
Rock Smash: Power – 40
Absorb: Power – 20
Leafage: Power – 40
Stun Spore: Accuracy – 80, PP – 20
Poison Powder: Accuracy – 80, PP – 20
Energy Ball: Power – 90
Sleep Powder: Accuracy – 80, PP – 20
Drain Punch: Power – 75
Leaf Blade: Power – 90
Recover: PP – 10
Victory Dance: PP – 10
Leaf Storm: Power – 130
Petal Dance: Power – 120
Close Combat: Power – 120
Hisuian Sliggoo
An unevolved Hisuian Sliggoo can be found in the Crimson Mirelands during Mass Outbreaks in Ursa’s Ring or the Holm of Trials.
Hisuian Sliggoo Base Stats
HP: 58
Speed: 40
Defence: 83
Attack: 75
Sp. Attack: 83
Sp. Defence: 113
How to Evolve
- Goomy is the first evolution.
- Goomy evolves into Sliggoo at level 40.
- At level 50 during rain, Sliggoo can evolve into Goodra.
Level Up Learnsets
Bubble: Power – 40
Acid Spray: Power – 40
Acid Armor: PP – 20
Water Pulse: Power – 60
Dragon Pulse: Power – 85
Iron Head: Power – 80
Shelter: PP – 10
Hydro Pump: Power – 110
Hisuian Goodra
Hisuian Goodra is the next evolution after Hisuian Sliggoo. So, you can find an unevolved Goodra in the same locations as you find an unevolved Sliggoo:
- Ursa’s Ring in the Crimson Mirelands
- Holm of Trials in the Crimson Mirelands
Hisuian Goodra Base Stats
HP: 90
Speed: 80
Defence: 70
Attack: 100
Sp. Attack: 110
Sp. Defence: 150
How to Evolve
- Goomy is the first evolution.
- Goomy evolves into Sliggoo at level 40.
- Sliggoo evolves into Goodra at level 50 during rain.
Level Up Learnsets
Bubble: Power – 40
Acid Spray: Power – 40
Acid Armor: PP – 20
Water Pulse: Power – 60
Dragon Pulse: Power – 85
Iron Head: Power – 80
Shelter: PP – 10
Hydro Pump: Power – 110
Hisuian Growlithe
The Hisuian Growlithe prefers to live in packs in the snow-covered mountains. They use icy breath as a defence. You can find a Hisuian Growlithe at the Cobalt Coastlands at the Windbreak Stand or, more rarely, at the Veilstone Cape.
Hisuian Growlithe Base Stats
HP: 60
Speed: 55
Defence: 45
Attack: 75
Sp. Attack: 65
Sp. Defence: 50
How to Evolve
- Growlithe is the first evolution.
- If you have a Fire Stone, you can evolve a Growlithe into a Hisuian Arcanine.
Level Up Learnsets
Tackle: Power – 40
Ember: Power – 40
Bite: Power – 60
Fire Fang: Power – 65
Rock Slide: Power – 75
Crunch: Power – 80
Double-Edge: Power – 120
Flare Blitz: Power – 120
Hisuian Arcanine
The Hisuian Arcanine is an evolved Growlithe. You can find a Growlithe at the Cobalt Coastlands at the Windbreak Stand or, more rarely, at the Veilstone Cape.
Hisuian Arcanine Base Stats
HP: 90
Speed: 95
Defence: 80
Attack: 110
Sp. Attack: 100
Sp. Defence: 80
How to Evolve
- Growlithe is the first evolution.
- Growlithe evolves into Hisuian Arcanine using a Fire Stone.
A Fire Stone can be obtained by:
- Completing Request #52 – Eevee’s Evolutions
- Purchasing it for 5,000 Pokedollars from Ginter’s Specials
Level Up Learnsets
Tackle: Power – 40
Ember: Power – 40
Bite: Power – 60
Fire Fang: Power – 65
Rock Slide: Power – 75
Crunch: Power – 80
Double-Edge: Power – 120
Flare Blitz: Power – 120
Hisuian Voltorb
An Hisuian Voltorb is an unevolved Hisuian Electrode. In this generation, the Voltorb is both Electric and Grass. You can find an unevolved Voltorb during Mass Outbreaks at the Sacred Plaza or Celestica Ruins in the Coronet Highlands.
Hisuian Voltorb Base Stats
HP: 40
Speed: 100
Defence: 50
Attack: 30
Sp. Attack: 55
Sp. Defence: 55
How to Evolve
- Voltorb is the first evolution.
- Voltorb can evolve into an Electrode using a Leaf Stone.
Level Up Learnsets
Thunder Shock: Power – 40
Tackle: Power – 40
Thunder Wave: Accuracy 90, PP – 20
Spark: Power – 65
Energy Ball: Power – 90
Thunderbolt: Power -90
Thunder: Power – 110
Self-Destruct: Power – 200
Hisuian Electrode
The Hisuian Electrode throws out electric currents with power equal to 20 lightning bolts. The Electrode is an evolved Voltorb. You can find an unevolved Voltorb during Mass Outbreaks at the Sacred Plaza or Celestica Ruins in the Coronet Highlands.
Hisuian Electrode Base Stats
HP: 60
Speed: 150
Defence: 70
Attack: 50
Sp. Attack: 80
Sp. Defence: 80
How to Evolve
- Voltorb is the first evolution.
- Voltorb can evolve into an Electrode using a Leaf Stone.
A Leaf Stone can be purchased with Merit Points at the Outpost Trader or found in a Space Time Distortion.
Level Up Learnsets
Thunder Shock: Power – 40
Tackle: Power – 40
Thunder Wave: Accuracy – 90, PP – 20
Spark: Power – 65
Energy Ball: Power – 90
Thunderbolt: Power -90
Thunder: Power – 110
Self-Destruct: Power – 200
Hisuian Sneasel
A Hisuian Sneasel uses its sharp claws to climb cliffs, but these same claws ooze venom that can decimate its victims. Unlike its previous generation, the Hisuian Sneasel is focused on Poison and Fighting. An unevolved Hisuian Sneasel can be found in the Alabaster Icelands at Glacier Terrace.
Hisuian Sneasel Base Stats
HP: 55
Speed: 115
Defence: 55
Attack: 95
Sp. Attack: 35
Sp. Defence: 75
How to Evolve
- Sneasel is the first evolution.
- A Sneasel can evolve into a Sneasler using a Razor Claw.
Level Up Learnsets
Quick Attack: Power – 40
Rock Smash: Power – 40
Swift: Power – 60
Slash: Power – 70
Poison Jab: Power -80
Swords Dance: PP – 20
Close Combat: Power – 120
Hisuian Avalugg
The Hisuian Avalugg’s lower jaw is covered in solid ice. Steel is no match for Avalugg’s jaw, and it can easily shatter rocks. Hisuian Avalugg still relies on ice attacks in combat. You can find an Hisuian Avalugg in the Alabaster Icelands at the Avalugg’s Legacy, Arena’s Approach, Whiteout Valley, Secret Hollow, Bonechill Wastes, Crevassee Passage, Ice Column Chamber and Icepeak Cavern.
Hisuian Avalugg Base Stats
HP: 95
Speed: 38
Defence: 184
Attack: 127
Sp. Attack: 34
Sp. Defence: 36
How to Evolve
- Bergmite is the first evolution.
- Bergmite evolves into Avalugg at level 37.
Level Up Learnsets
Rock Slide: Power – 75
Tackle: Power – 40
Powder Snow: Power – 40
Ice Shard: Power – 40
Bite: Power – 60
Iron Defense: PP – 20
Crunch: Power – 80
Earth Power: Power – 90
Blizzard: Power – 110
Mountain Gale: Power – 100
Double-Edge: Power – 120
Hisuian Zorua
An Hisuian Zorua is a soul returned to life in Hisui, where resentment fuels its power. Previously, Zorua were Dark. Hisuian Zorua is Normal and Ghost. You can find an unevolved Zorua in the Alabaster Icelands at the Icepeak Cavern.
Hisuian Zorua Base Stats
HP: 35
Speed: 70
Defence: 40
Attack: 60
Sp. Attack: 85
Sp. Defence: 40
How to Evolve
- Zorua is the first evolution.
- A Zorua can evolve into a Zoroark after reaching level 30.
Level Up Learnsets
Shadow Sneak: Power – 40
Snarl: Power – 55
Swift: Power – 60
Bitter Malice: Power – 60
Slash: Power – 70
Shadow Claw: Power – 70
Nasty Plot: PP – 20
Hisuian Zoroark
A Hisuian Zoroark is the evolved form of the Zorua. You can find an unevolved Zorua in the Alabaster Icelands at the Icepeak Cavern.
Hisuian Zoroark Base Stats
HP: 55
Speed: 110
Defence: 60
Attack: 100
Sp. Attack: 125
Sp. Defence: 60
How to Evolve
- Zorua is the first evolution.
- Zorua evolves into a Zoroark after reaching level 30.
Level Up Learnsets
Shadow Sneak: Power – 40
Snarl: Power – 55
Swift: Power – 60
Bitter Malice: Power – 60
Slash: Power – 70
Shadow Claw: Power – 70
Nasty Plot: PP – 20
Hisuian Braviary
A Hisuian Braviary is a ferocious hunting bird that uses shock waves to find its prey. In this generation, Braviary is both Psychic and Flying. You can find an unevolved Braviary in the Alabaster Icelands at Lake Acuity and Heart’s Craig.
Hisuian Braviary Base Stats
HP: 110
Speed: 65
Defence: 70
Attack: 83
Sp. Attack: 112
Sp. Defence: 70
How to Evolve
- Rufflet is the first evolution.
- Rufflet evolves into a Braviary after reaching level 54.
Level Up Learnsets
Quick Attack: Power – 40
Aerial Ace: Power – 60
Twister: Power – 40
Slash: Power – 70
Air Slash: Power – 75
Esper Wing: Power – 75
Roost: PP – 10
Double-Edge: Power – 100
Brave Bird: Power – 100
Hurricane: Power – 100
New Evolutions in Pokemon Arceus
Wyrdeer
The Wyrdeer is a Psychic and Normal Pokemon that was introduced with Pokemon Arceus. You can find an unevolved Wyrdeer early on. Many players come across them during the main mission in the Obsidian Fieldlands.
Wyrdeer Base Stats
HP: 103
Speed: 65
Defence: 72
Attack: 105
Sp. Attack: 105
Sp. Defence: 75
How to Evolve
- Stantler is the first evolution.
- Stantler evolves into a Wyrdeer after reaching level 30 or after trading a Seed of Mastery to Zisu.
Level Up Learnsets
Tackle: Power – 40
Confusion: Power – 50
Hypnosis: Accuracy – 70, PP – 20
Calm Mind: PP – 10
Psyshield Bash: Power – 70
Extrasensory: Power – 70
Zen Headbutt: Power – 80
Double-Edge: Power – 100
Basculegion
The Basculegion is a Ghost and Water Pokemon found in the Coronet Highlands, Cobalt Coastlands or Alabaster Icelands. The fun part about getting a Basculegion is that you can ride them on water, like a jet ski.
Male Basculegion Base Stats
HP: 120
Speed: 78
Defence: 65
Attack: 112
Sp. Attack: 80
Sp. Defence: 75
Female Basculegion Base Stats
HP: 120
Speed: 78
Defence: 65
Attack: 92
Sp. Attack: 100
Sp. Defence: 75
How to Evolve
- Basculin is the first evolution.
- Basculin evolves into Basculegion in a white-stripe, blue-stripe or red-stripe form.
- You will be given the ability to evolve your Basculin after it receives 294+ recoil damage.
Level Up Learnsets
Tackle: Power – 40
Aqua Jet: Power – 40
Bite: Power – 60
Hex: Power – 65
Zen Headbutt: Power – 80
Crunch: Power – 80
Shadow Ball: Power – 80
Wave Crash: Power – 75
Double-Edge: Power – 100
Noble Pokemon
Kleavor
You can find an unevolved Kleavor at Heart’s Craig through a Space Time Distortion. He’s another variation of the evolved Scyther.
Kleavor Base Stats
HP: 70
Speed: 85
Defence: 95
Attack: 135
Sp. Attack: 45
Sp. Defence: 75
How to Evolve
- Scyther is the first evolution.
- Scyther evolves into Kleavor with a Black Augurite.
Level Up Learnsets
Quick Attack: Power – 40
Silver Wind: Power – 60
Aerial Ace: Power – 60
Double Hit: Power – 35
Stealth Rock: Power – 40
Air Slash: Power – 75
Swords Dance: PP – 20
Stone Axe: Power – 65
X-Scissor: Power – 80
Close Combat: Power – 120
Starter Pokemon
Rowlet
Although Rowlet isn’t originally from Hisui, it is a starter Pokemon that can be obtained early on. You can get a Rowlet through a Space Time Distortion in the Coronet Highlands.
Rowlet Base Stats
HP: 68
Speed: 42
Defence: 55
Attack: 55
Sp. Attack: 50
Sp. Defence: 50
How to Evolve
- Rowlet is the first evolution.
- Rowlet evolves into Dartrix and Decidueye.
Cyndaquil
Cyndaquil is a starter Pokemon that can be found in Space Time Distortions in the Crimson Mirelands.
Cyndaquil Base Stats
HP: 39
Speed: 65
Defence: 43
Attack: 52
Sp. Attack: 60
Sp. Defence: 50
How to Evolve
- Cyndaquil is the first evolution.
- Cyndaquil evolves into a Quilava and then a Typhlosion.
Oshawott
Oshawott is a starter Pokemon that can be obtained early on in a Space Time Distortion in the Alabaster Icelands.
Oshawott Base Stats
HP: 55
Speed: 45
Defence: 45
Attack: 55
Sp. Attack: 63
Sp. Defence: 45
How to Evolve
- Oshawott is the first evolution.
- Oshawott evolves into a Dewott and a Hisuian Samurott
The goofy antics of wild Pokémon bring a lot of fun to Pokémon Arceus. Using the guide above, you’ll be able to make the most out of this game, which melds adventure and exploration into one.
You can watch updates and playthroughs on YouTube and Twitch. Many gamers are streaming the newly released game, and they’ll give you a great run-through should you need more help.
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