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chesnaught
Generation VI · #0652 — Spiny Armor Pokémon
Chesnaught is a dual-type Grass/Fighting Pokémon introduced in Generation VI, representing the final evolution in the Kalos starter line beginning with Chespin. As the Spiny Armor Pokémon, Chesnaught embodies both natural protection and martial prowess, standing 1.6 meters tall and weighing 90 kilograms. This formidable creature is known for its unwavering loyalty to its companions, willing to shield allies from danger with its own body—a characteristic deeply reflected in its stat distribution and movepool. With a base stat total of 530, Chesnaught excels primarily in physical defense and attack, making it a dependable protector in team compositions. The species achieved further prominence with the introduction of Mega Chesnaught in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, offering trainers an enhanced form for competitive battling.
Base Stats
Height
1.6m
Weight
90.0kg
Category
Spiny Armor Pokémon
Gender
Male 87.5% / Female 12.5%
Color
green
Shape
upright
Abilities
Strengthens grass moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.
Protects against bullet, ball, and bomb-based moves.
Chesnaught Biology & Physical Characteristics
Chesnaught is a bipedal, mammalian Pokémon featuring a striking combination of organic and armored elements. Its most distinctive feature is the prominent domed, armor-like shell dominating its back—reminiscent of a chestnut—which is beige in coloration with four large spines jutting outward and trimmed with red and green bands. This protective carapace extends across its shoulders via a green breastplate, with additional spines protruding above each shoulder. The creature's face is framed by fluffy white fur that resembles a beard, contrasting sharply with its short snout marked by a small pink nose and four pointed teeth. Its long limbs and tail are banded with plates of armor; the top surfaces are protected by green plating while each arm bears two small spines. Chesnaught possesses three brown, clawed digits on both its hands and feet, allowing for both climbing and combat. Most remarkably, its powerful arms can be brought together to create a spike-covered shield formation, transforming the Pokémon into an impenetrable defensive structure capable of withstanding explosive force.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Chesnaught Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Chesnaught exhibits a heavily male-biased gender ratio, with approximately 87.5% of the species being male and only 12.5% female, a characteristic typical of many evolutionary lines. This significant gender disparity makes female Chesnaught considerably rarer and more sought after by collectors and competitive trainers. The species belongs to the Field egg group, allowing it to breed with compatible Pokémon under those same egg group classifications. With a base happiness of 70 and a medium-slow growth rate, Chesnaught requires moderate investment in friendship and experience to reach its full potential, making it a rewarding long-term companion for trainers committed to its development. The hatch counter of 20 cycles (approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps) makes breeding new Chespin relatively accessible once trainers obtain a breeding pair. Interestingly, the significant gender imbalance may reflect thematic design choices, as Chesnaught's protective, warrior-like demeanor could be intentionally coded as masculine-leaning, though female specimens possess identical stat distributions and capabilities, offering no mechanical disadvantage.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm01
platinum
tm01
emerald
tm01
diamond pearl
tm01
firered leafgreen
tm01
ruby sapphire
tm01
black white
tm01
black 2 white 2
tm01
xd
tm01
colosseum
tm01
heartgold soulsilver
tm01
ultra sun ultra moon
tm01
omega ruby alpha sapphire
tm01
sun moon
tm01
x y
tm02
emerald
tm02
firered leafgreen
tm02
ruby sapphire
tm02
black white
tm02
heartgold soulsilver
tm02
platinum
+940 more TMs/HMs
chesnaught's Evolution Chain
Chesnaught Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Chesnaught represents the final evolutionary stage of the Chespin line, evolving from Quilladin at level 36 after the initial evolution from Chespin at level 16. This transformation brings the significant type addition of Fighting to Chesnaught's Grass typing, fundamentally altering its competitive viability and role in team composition. The transition to Chesnaught causes notable stat redistribution: while Attack increases to 107 and Defense reaches an impressive 122—among its highest base stats—Speed remains low at 64, encouraging a defensive, tank-oriented playstyle. Beyond its standard form, Chesnaught gained access to Mega Evolution through the Chesnaughtite stone, becoming Mega Chesnaught. This Mega Evolution substantially enhances its defensive capabilities, increasing its Defense base stat to 172 while simultaneously boosting its Special Defense from 75 to 115, creating an extraordinarily bulky special wall. Mega Chesnaught's ability also shifts from Overgrow or Bulletproof to Cacophony, changing its strategic utility. The transformation represents a significant investment of resources but rewards trainers with dramatically improved durability and special defense coverage.
Where to Find
exeggutor island
alola
Chesnaught Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Chesnaught demonstrates exceptional protective instincts, serving as a steadfast guardian for its companions and allies. The species actively places itself between danger and those it cares for, willing to risk serious harm to ensure the safety of others—a behavioral trait that defines its role within both wild colonies and trained teams. Its Tackle attack, despite Chesnaught's modest Speed stat of 64, is extraordinarily forceful; Pokédex entries confirm it possesses enough raw power to flip a fifty-ton tank, showcasing the deceptive strength packed into its sturdy frame. When assuming a defensive posture with its fists guarding its face, Chesnaught becomes virtually impervious to attack, capable of enduring bomb blasts and extreme physical punishment. This species inhabits the Kalos region, with particular prevalence in the central areas where it evolved from Quilladin at level 36. While not extensively documented in diverse habitat types, Chesnaught adapts well to regions with moderate terrain and vegetation, utilizing its armored shell for both shelter and territorial defense.
Pokedex Entries
Generation VI
Its Tackle is forceful enough to flip a 50-ton tank. It shields its allies from danger with its own body.
When it takes a defensive posture with its fists guarding its face, it could withstand a bomb blast.
Its Tackle is forceful enough to flip a 50-ton tank. It shields its allies from danger with its own body.
When it takes a defensive posture with its fists guarding its face, it could withstand a bomb blast.
Chesnaught Name Origin & Design Inspiration
Chesnaught's design philosophy seamlessly blends botanical and martial aesthetics, drawing inspiration from the Spanish chestnut and chestnuts generally while incorporating heavy medieval knight and samurai armor motifs. The name itself is a portmanteau of 'chestnut' and 'onslaught,' capturing both the Pokémon's botanical origins and its aggressive, protective nature. The Japanese name Brigarron combines 'brigade' (suggesting organized military formation and teamwork) with 'iron,' emphasizing the metallic, impenetrable armor plating that dominates its silhouette. The design team intentionally crafted Chesnaught to appear as a small warrior clad in organic plate mail, with the chestnut-shell carapace serving dual purposes: it references the original Chespin's acorn inspiration while metaphorically representing the defensive, shield-like role Chesnaught assumes within teams. The color palette—dominated by beige armor, green trim, and red accents—creates visual harmony while the distinctive spike formations evoke both chestnut spikes and weapon protrusions. This thoughtful design approach makes Chesnaught instantly recognizable while thematically coherent with its protective, combat-oriented identity as a fully evolved starter Pokémon.
Learnable Moves
Chesnaught can learn 117 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| aerial ace | flying | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| belly drum | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| bite | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| block | normal | Status | — | — | 5 |
| body press | fighting | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| brick break | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| bulk up | fighting | Status | — | — | 20 |
| bulldoze | ground | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| bullet seed | grass | Physical | 25 | 100 | 30 |
| close combat | fighting | Physical | 120 | 100 | 5 |
| coaching | fighting | Status | — | — | 10 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| crunch | dark | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| curse | ghost | Status | — | — | 10 |
| cut | normal | Physical | 50 | 95 | 30 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double edge | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| dragon claw | dragon | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| drain punch | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| dual chop | dragon | Physical | 40 | 90 | 15 |
| earthquake | ground | Physical | 100 | 100 | 10 |
| endeavor | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| energy ball | grass | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| feint | normal | Physical | 30 | 100 | 10 |
| flash | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| focus blast | fighting | Special | 120 | 70 | 5 |
| focus punch | fighting | Physical | 150 | 100 | 20 |
| frenzy plant | grass | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| giga drain | grass | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| grass knot | grass | Special | — | 100 | 20 |
| grass pledge | grass | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| grassy glide | grass | Physical | 55 | 100 | 20 |
| grassy terrain | grass | Status | — | — | 10 |
| growl | normal | Status | — | 100 | 40 |
| gyro ball | steel | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| hammer arm | fighting | Physical | 100 | 90 | 10 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| high horsepower | ground | Physical | 95 | 95 | 10 |
| hone claws | dark | Status | — | — | 15 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| iron defense | steel | Status | — | — | 15 |
| iron head | steel | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| iron tail | steel | Physical | 100 | 75 | 15 |
| knock off | dark | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| leaf storm | grass | Special | 130 | 90 | 5 |
| leech seed | grass | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| low kick | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| low sweep | fighting | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| magical leaf | grass | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| metal claw | steel | Physical | 50 | 95 | 35 |
| mud shot | ground | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| mud slap | ground | Special | 20 | 100 | 10 |
| nature power | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| needle arm | grass | Physical | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| pain split | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| payback | dark | Physical | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| pin missile | bug | Physical | 25 | 95 | 20 |
| poison jab | poison | Physical | 80 | 100 | 20 |
| power up punch | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| quick guard | fighting | Status | — | — | 15 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| reflect | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| retaliate | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| reversal | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 15 |
| roar | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rock slide | rock | Physical | 75 | 90 | 10 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| rock tomb | rock | Physical | 60 | 95 | 15 |
| rollout | rock | Physical | 30 | 90 | 20 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| seed bomb | grass | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| shadow claw | ghost | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sludge bomb | poison | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| smack down | rock | Physical | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| solar beam | grass | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| spikes | ground | Status | — | — | 20 |
| spiky shield | grass | Status | — | — | 10 |
| stomping tantrum | ground | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| stone edge | rock | Physical | 100 | 80 | 5 |
| strength | normal | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| super fang | normal | Physical | — | 90 | 10 |
| superpower | fighting | Physical | 120 | 100 | 5 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| swift | normal | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| swords dance | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| synthesis | grass | Status | — | — | 5 |
| tackle | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| taunt | dark | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| thunder punch | electric | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| trailblaze | grass | Physical | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| vine whip | grass | Physical | 45 | 100 | 25 |
| wide guard | rock | Status | — | — | 10 |
| wood hammer | grass | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| work up | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| worry seed | grass | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| zen headbutt | psychic | Physical | 80 | 90 | 15 |
Chesnaught Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive Pokémon battling, Chesnaught occupies a respected niche as a physical wall and support Pokémon, leveraging its exceptional Defense stat of 122 and moderate Special Defense of 75. Its base stat total of 530 places it within mid-tier competitive viability, particularly effective in defensive team compositions requiring reliable physical damage mitigation. The dual Grass/Fighting typing grants useful resistances to Water, Electric, and Dark-type moves while providing coverage against common threats, though its four-fold weakness to Flying-type attacks remains a significant vulnerability requiring careful team construction. Chesnaught's ability Overgrow provides modest offensive support by increasing Grass-type move power to 1.5× damage when its HP falls below one-third, though this reactive capability sees limited competitive application. More valuable is its hidden ability Bulletproof, which provides complete immunity to projectile-based attacks including Aura Sphere, Flash Cannon, and Bullet Seed—offering specialized defensive utility in specific metagames. Its movepool supports diverse coverage options through level-up moves like Stone Edge, Earthquake, and Drain Punch, while Spiky Shield and Leech Seed enable stall strategies. Mega Chesnaught's transformation provides superior bulk and Special Defense, making it a formidable special wall in formats allowing Mega Evolution, though its reduced Speed remains a strategic constraint requiring careful positioning.
Commonly Asked Questions About Chesnaught
What type is Chesnaught?
Chesnaught is a grass and fighting type Pokemon.
What does Chesnaught evolve from?
Chesnaught evolved from quilladin that evolved from chespin.
What are Chesnaught's weaknesses?
Chesnaught is weak to flying, poison, fire, psychic, ice and fairy type moves.
Where can I find Chesnaught?
Chesnaught can be found in exeggutor island (alola).
Chesnaught Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Chesnaught achieved cultural prominence as one of the three Kalos region starter Pokémon, introducing generations of players to the Grass/Fighting type combination during the beloved Generation VI era. Its design resonated particularly with players appreciating the thematic evolution of Chespin's small acorn form into a fully-armored warrior, creating satisfying narrative progression. The species garnered significant fan appreciation for its protective personality and selfless behavioral characteristics, inspiring fan art, creative writing, and community discussions about loyalty and sacrifice within the Pokémon universe. Competitive players recognized Chesnaught's defensive utility early, establishing it as a reliable team member in multiple metagames and formats. The introduction of Mega Chesnaught in Pokémon Legends: Z-A renewed interest in the species among competitive communities, further cementing its relevance in the broader Pokémon competitive landscape. Its representation in anime appearances, trading card game releases, and merchandise ensured Chesnaught maintained consistent presence within Pokémon media and merchandise beyond its debut generation. The species exemplifies successful starter Pokémon design, balancing approachability with competitive viability and emotional resonance with players seeking protective, warrior-themed companions.
Where to Find Chesnaught in Every Pokémon Game
Chesnaught's availability varies significantly across Pokémon game generations and regions. As a Kalos starter Pokémon, players could obtain a Chespin—and subsequently raise it to Chesnaught—in Pokémon X and Y versions, with Chesnaught designated as local Pokédex number 0003 for Central Kalos. The species reappeared in subsequent games including Pokémon Legends: Z-A (local Pokédex #0215), where it gained Mega Evolution capabilities through Chesnaughtite availability. Chesnaught is also obtainable in The Indigo Disk DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet (local Pokédex #0211), allowing modern players to access and train the species. Beyond main series games, Chesnaught appears in Pokémon GO, Pokémon Sword and Shield (via DLC), and various spin-off titles, though availability varies by release. The species is relatively accessible to dedicated trainers willing to restart games or obtain breeding pairs, given its starter status and broad distribution across multiple generations. Its capture rate of 45 (approximately 5.9% with a standard Poké Ball at full health) presents moderate challenge if wild encounters are available, though most players obtain Chesnaught through evolution of starter Chespin, eliminating capture mechanics entirely. Trading and breeding remain viable methods for obtaining Chesnaught across all compatible game generations.