With Scarlet and Violet, the ninth generation of Pokémon introduces three new starters. Here is a list of their evolutions and which to pick.
- Read more: Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: Version Exclusives
As with all previous games, there are three cute creatures representing the three fundamental types that are a staple of the series for you to choose from shortly after you start the experience. These include Fire, Grass, and Water.
Whichever of the starter Pokémon in Scarlet and Violet that you decide on, Nemona, your rival, will opt for the one weak to it. This means if you choose Fuecoco, you will regularly battle against Sprigatito, as grass is weak to fire.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet released worldwide on November 18, 2022, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch.
Fuecoco (Fire)
Fuecoco, the Singer Pokémon, is this generation’s Fire-type starter.
Scarlet description: “It lies on warm rocks and uses the heat absorbed by its square-shaped scales to create fire energy.”
Violet description: “Its flame sac is small, so energy is always leaking out. This energy is released from the dent atop Fuecoco’s head and flickers to and fro.”
Fuecoco base stats
- Type: Fire
- HP: 67
- Attack: 45
- Defense: 59
- Sp. Atk: 63
- Sp. Def: 40
- Speed: 36
- Total: 310
Fuecoco evolutions
Fuecoco evolves into Crocalor at level 16, which then evolves into Skeledirge at level 36.
Crocalor base stats
- Type: Fire
- HP: 81
- Attack: 55
- Defense: 78
- Sp. Atk: 90
- Sp. Def: 58
- Speed: 49
- Total: 411
Skeledirge base stats
- Type: Fire/Ghost
- HP: 104
- Attack: 75
- Defense: 100
- Sp. Atk: 110
- Sp. Def: 75
- Speed: 66
- Total: 530
Sprigatito (Grass)
Spirgatitio, the Magician Pokémon, is this generation’s Grass-type starter.
Scarlet description: “Its fluffy fur is similar in composition to plants. This Pokémon frequently washes its face to keep it from drying out.”
Violet description: “The sweet scent its body gives off mesmerizes those around it. The scent grows stronger when this Pokémon is in the sun.”
Sprigatito base stats
- Type: Grass
- HP: 40
- Attack: 61
- Defense: 54
- Sp. Atk: 45
- Sp. Def: 45
- Speed: 65
- Total: 310
Sprigatito evolutions
Sprigatito evolves into Floragato at level 16, which then evolves into Meowscarada at level 36.
Floragato base stats
- Type: Grass
- HP: 61
- Attack: 80
- Defense: 63
- Sp. Atk: 60
- Sp. Def: 63
- Speed: 83
- Total: 410
Meowscada base stats
- Type: Grass/Dark
- HP: 76
- Attack: 110
- Defense: 70
- Sp. Atk: 81
- Sp. Def: 70
- Speed: 123
- Total: 530
Quaxly (Water)
Quaxly, the Duckling Pokémon, is this generation’s Water-type starter.
Scarlet description: “This Pokémon migrated to Paldea from distant lands long ago. The gel secreted by its feathers repels water and grime.”
Violet description: “Its strong legs let it easily swim around in even fast-flowing rivers. It likes to keep things tidy and is prone to overthinking things.”
Quaxly base stats
- Type: Water
- HP: 55
- Attack: 65
- Defense: 45
- Sp. Atk: 50
- Sp. Def: 45
- Speed: 50
- Total: 310
Quaxly evolutions
Quaxly evolves into Quaxwell at level 16, which then evolves into Quaquaval at level 36.
Quaxwell base stats
- Type: Water
- HP: 70
- Attack: 85
- Defense: 65
- Sp. Atk: 65
- Sp. Def: 60
- Speed: 65
- Total: 410
Quaquaval base stats
- Type: Water/Fighting
- HP: 85
- Attack: 120
- Defense: 80
- Sp. Atk: 85
- Sp. Def: 75
- Speed: 85
- Total: 530
