alcremie
Generation VIII · #0869 — Cream Pokémon
Alcremie is a Fairy-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VIII that represents the embodiment of sweetness and culinary charm. As the evolved form of Milcery, Alcremie stands at a diminutive 0.3 meters tall and weighs just 0.5 kilograms, making it one of the smallest Pokémon despite its significant special presence. With a base stat total of 495, Alcremie excels in special defense (121) and special attack (110), positioning it as a capable special wall and attacker in competitive play. The Vanilla Cream Strawberry Sweet form is one of nine distinct Alcremie variations, each representing different flavor profiles and aesthetic presentations that emerge from the evolution process itself.
Base Stats
Height
0.3m
Weight
0.5kg
Category
Cream Pokémon
Gender
100% Female
Color
white
Shape
blob
Abilities
Prevents friendly Pokémon from sleeping.
Protects allies against moves that affect their mental state.
Alcremie Biology & Physical Characteristics
Alcremie is classified as the Cream Pokémon, with biology intrinsically tied to the production and manipulation of whipped cream from its body. According to Pokédex entries, when Alcremie is content, the cream it secretes from its hands becomes sweeter and richer in quality, directly reflecting its emotional state and overall happiness. This remarkable biological feature has made Alcremie highly prized among pastry chefs and bakers throughout the Pokémon world, who actively seek out Alcremie as partners to elevate their culinary creations. The Vanilla Cream form specifically produces cream with a rich, sweet vanilla flavor profile that emerges from the particular cellular composition developed during its evolution under specific conditions. Alcremie's cream is not merely decorative; it possesses genuine nutritional and flavor properties that can transform ordinary berries and desserts into extraordinary confections, demonstrating that this Pokémon's biological processes are deeply aligned with food production and enhancement.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Alcremie Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Alcremie is exclusively female, with a gender ratio of 0% male to 100% female, making it one of the rare all-female Pokémon species in the franchise. This gender composition is consistent across all Alcremie forms, including the Vanilla Cream Strawberry Sweet variant, and reflects the species' association with nurturing, gentleness, and maternal qualities through its cream-producing and berry-sharing behaviors. When breeding Alcremie, trainers must pair a female Alcremie with a compatible male Pokémon from the Fairy or Amorphous egg groups to produce Milcery offspring. The base happiness value of 50 indicates that Alcremie begins at moderate friendship levels and requires active care and interaction to maximize its evolutionary potential and develop stronger bonds with trainers. Alcremie's all-female status contributes to its desirability among collectors and competitive players, as obtaining multiple Alcremie for breeding purposes or team composition requires capturing or evolving multiple Milcery. The breeding mechanics for Alcremie emphasize the importance of finding compatible male partners from the Fairy or Amorphous groups, such as Clefable, Dedenne, or Ditto, to continue the evolutionary line.
Sprites
Forms
TMs & HMs
tm03
x y
tm03
black 2 white 2
tm03
black white
tm03
sun moon
tm03
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm03
ultra sun ultra moon
tm03
omega ruby alpha sapphire
tm04
emerald
tm04
firered leafgreen
tm04
ruby sapphire
tm04
diamond pearl
tm04
xd
tm04
heartgold soulsilver
tm04
black white
tm04
colosseum
tm04
platinum
tm04
sun moon
tm04
ultra sun ultra moon
tm04
x y
tm04
omega ruby alpha sapphire
+361 more TMs/HMs
Forms
vanilla-cream-strawberry-sweetDefault
ruby-cream-strawberry-sweet
matcha-cream-strawberry-sweet
mint-cream-strawberry-sweet
lemon-cream-strawberry-sweet
salted-cream-strawberry-sweet
ruby-swirl-strawberry-sweet
caramel-swirl-strawberry-sweet
rainbow-swirl-strawberry-sweet
vanilla-cream-berry-sweet
ruby-cream-berry-sweet
matcha-cream-berry-sweet
mint-cream-berry-sweet
lemon-cream-berry-sweet
salted-cream-berry-sweet
ruby-swirl-berry-sweet
caramel-swirl-berry-sweet
rainbow-swirl-berry-sweet
vanilla-cream-love-sweet
ruby-cream-love-sweet
matcha-cream-love-sweet
mint-cream-love-sweet
lemon-cream-love-sweet
salted-cream-love-sweet
ruby-swirl-love-sweet
caramel-swirl-love-sweet
rainbow-swirl-love-sweet
vanilla-cream-star-sweet
ruby-cream-star-sweet
matcha-cream-star-sweet
mint-cream-star-sweet
lemon-cream-star-sweet
salted-cream-star-sweet
ruby-swirl-star-sweet
caramel-swirl-star-sweet
rainbow-swirl-star-sweet
vanilla-cream-clover-sweet
ruby-cream-clover-sweet
matcha-cream-clover-sweet
mint-cream-clover-sweet
lemon-cream-clover-sweet
salted-cream-clover-sweet
ruby-swirl-clover-sweet
caramel-swirl-clover-sweet
rainbow-swirl-clover-sweet
vanilla-cream-flower-sweet
ruby-cream-flower-sweet
matcha-cream-flower-sweet
mint-cream-flower-sweet
lemon-cream-flower-sweet
salted-cream-flower-sweet
ruby-swirl-flower-sweet
caramel-swirl-flower-sweet
rainbow-swirl-flower-sweet
vanilla-cream-ribbon-sweet
ruby-cream-ribbon-sweet
matcha-cream-ribbon-sweet
mint-cream-ribbon-sweet
lemon-cream-ribbon-sweet
salted-cream-ribbon-sweet
ruby-swirl-ribbon-sweet
caramel-swirl-ribbon-sweet
rainbow-swirl-ribbon-sweet
Alcremie Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Alcremie evolves from Milcery through a unique and interactive process that requires the player to hold a Sweet while spinning their character in place. The Vanilla Cream Strawberry Sweet form specifically results from spinning clockwise for less than five seconds during daytime hours, making it one of the more straightforward forms to obtain among Alcremie's nine variations. This evolution method represents a notable departure from traditional Pokémon evolution mechanics, emphasizing player engagement and real-time interaction rather than simple level-ups or item-based triggers. The specific form achieved is determined by a combination of three variables: the direction of spin (clockwise or counterclockwise), the duration of the spin (less than five seconds, between five and ten seconds, or more than ten seconds), and the time of day (daytime, nighttime, or evening). Alcremie possesses a Gigantamax form available in Pokémon Sword and Shield, which dramatically increases its size and power while gaining access to the exclusive G-Max move G-Max Finale, allowing it to unleash devastating attacks regardless of its cream-based form.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Alcremie Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Alcremie demonstrates gentle and affectionate behavior, particularly toward trainers who have earned its trust and care. According to Pokédex lore, when Alcremie trusts a Trainer, it will treat them to berries it has carefully decorated with its cream, showcasing a generous and nurturing temperament. This behavior suggests that Alcremie values emotional bonds and responds positively to well-maintained relationships, making it an ideal companion for trainers seeking a loyal and emotionally responsive Pokémon. The happiness stat of 50 indicates that Alcremie begins with moderate friendliness but can develop stronger bonds through proper care and interaction. Alcremie inhabits regions where berries are abundant and accessible, as it naturally incorporates these fruits into its daily activities by adorning them with cream. Its presence in bakeries and culinary establishments throughout the Galar region indicates an adaptability to human environments and a particular affinity for areas where food preparation occurs.
Pokedex Entries
When it trusts a Trainer, it will treat them to berries it’s decorated with cream.
When Alcremie is content, the cream it secretes from its hands becomes sweeter and richer.
Alcremie Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The Vanilla Cream Strawberry Sweet form of Alcremie features a charming dessert-inspired aesthetic that combines soft pastry tones with vibrant berry accents. Its name derives from the French word 'crème' and its Japanese name 'Mawhip' combines 'Maho' (referring to magic) with 'Whip,' reflecting its cream-manipulating abilities. The Vanilla Cream variant specifically showcases a pale vanilla-colored cream base with decorative strawberry embellishments, creating a visually appetizing appearance that perfectly captures the Cream Pokémon concept. The design philosophy emphasizes roundness and softness, with cream-like textures adorning its body in a manner reminiscent of elaborately decorated pastries and confections. The strawberry sweet decoration serves as both a visual identifier for this particular form and a thematic element connecting Alcremie to berry-based culinary applications. The overall aesthetic appeal of the Vanilla Cream form makes it particularly popular among trainers seeking a cute and cuddly Pokémon companion with genuine personality and charm.
Learnable Moves
Alcremie can learn 55 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| acid armor | poison | Status | — | — | 20 |
| alluring voice | fairy | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| aromatherapy | grass | Status | — | — | 5 |
| aromatic mist | fairy | Status | — | — | 20 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| baby doll eyes | fairy | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| calm mind | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| charm | fairy | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| dazzling gleam | fairy | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| decorate | fairy | Status | — | — | 15 |
| disarming voice | fairy | Special | 40 | — | 15 |
| drain punch | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| draining kiss | fairy | Special | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| encore | normal | Status | — | 100 | 5 |
| endeavor | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| energy ball | grass | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| entrainment | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fake tears | dark | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| giga drain | grass | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| imprison | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| last resort | normal | Physical | 140 | 100 | 5 |
| light screen | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| magic room | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| magical leaf | grass | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| metronome | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| misty explosion | fairy | Special | 100 | 100 | 5 |
| misty terrain | fairy | Status | — | — | 10 |
| mystical fire | fire | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| pain split | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| play rough | fairy | Physical | 90 | 90 | 10 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psych up | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psychic | psychic | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| psyshock | psychic | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| recover | normal | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| safeguard | normal | Status | — | — | 25 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| solar beam | grass | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| stored power | psychic | Special | 20 | 100 | 10 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sweet kiss | fairy | Status | — | 75 | 10 |
| sweet scent | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| tackle | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| tri attack | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| wonder room | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
Alcremie Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive Pokémon battles, Alcremie occupies a specialized defensive niche with its exceptional special defense stat of 121 and solid special attack stat of 110, providing a foundation for bulky special attacker strategies. The Vanilla Cream form, like all Alcremie variants, benefits from the Sweet Veil ability, which prevents the user and its allies from falling asleep—a crucial defensive utility in competitive environments where sleep-inducing moves can cripple team compositions. The hidden ability Aroma Veil provides an alternative protective option by shielding Alcremie and its allies from moves that affect mental state, including popular competitive options like Intimidate stat reductions and Trick Room reversals. With a base stat total of 495, Alcremie occupies the mid-tier power range, requiring strategic move selection and team synergy to maximize effectiveness against stronger opponents. Alcremie's limited physical bulk with defense at 75 necessitates careful positioning and defensive investment through EV training to capitalize on its special defense strengths. The Gigantamax form grants access to G-Max Finale, a powerful move that damages opponents while restoring health to Alcremie and its allies, providing strategic sustainability in extended battles and turning Alcremie into a viable team cornerstone for defensive and balanced strategies.
Commonly Asked Questions About Alcremie
What type is Alcremie?
Alcremie is a fairy type Pokemon.
What does Alcremie evolve from?
Alcremie evolved from milcery.
What are Alcremie's weaknesses?
Alcremie is weak to poison and steel type moves.
Alcremie Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Alcremie has achieved significant cultural prominence within the Pokémon community due to its charming design, unique evolution mechanics, and appealing association with desserts and culinary arts. The Cream Pokémon became immediately popular upon Generation VIII's release, with the Vanilla Cream form representing the most aesthetically accessible and universally appealing variant among the nine forms. Alcremie's appearance in the Pokémon Sword and Shield anime series, including notable trainer Murdock's Alcremie, solidified its presence in mainstream Pokémon media and expanded its cultural footprint beyond gaming communities. The species resonates particularly strongly with younger audiences and casual players who appreciate Pokémon with strong thematic coherence and real-world cultural connections to food and baking. Alcremie has become a favorite subject for fan art, merchandise, and community discussions, with players actively debating their preferred forms and sharing strategies for obtaining specific Alcremie variants. The interactive spinning evolution mechanic generated widespread engagement, with trainers worldwide experimenting with timing and direction to collect multiple forms, making Alcremie a symbol of Generation VIII's innovative approach to Pokémon evolution and player interaction.
Where to Find Alcremie in Every Pokémon Game
In Pokémon Sword and Shield, Alcremie is available through the evolution of Milcery, which can be captured in the Wild Area and various overland locations throughout the Galar region. The Vanilla Cream Strawberry Sweet form is obtained by evolving Milcery while holding a Strawberry Sweet and spinning clockwise for less than five seconds during daytime hours, making it one of the more accessible forms to acquire during standard gameplay progression. Players can obtain Strawberry Sweets from various in-game sources, including shops in Hammerlocke and other towns, ensuring that trainers can obtain this form without excessive grinding or event participation. Alcremie has been included in subsequent generations and spin-off games, including Pokémon Legends: Arceus and Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, expanding its availability across the modern Pokémon ecosystem. The base happiness of 50 and 20 egg cycles for Milcery eggs provide reasonable breeding timelines for trainers seeking multiple Alcremie for competitive teams or form collections. Event distributions and special Wild Area News updates in Sword and Shield periodically feature Alcremie with exceptional stats or held items, providing additional opportunities for trainers to acquire tournament-ready specimens without requiring extensive training investments.