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dartrix
Generation VII · #0723 — Blade Quill Pokémon
Dartrix, known as the Blade Quill Pokémon, is a Grass/Flying-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VII that represents the intermediate stage of Rowlet's evolutionary line. As National Pokédex number 723, Dartrix occupies a unique position in the Alola region's ecosystem, serving as the evolved form of the region's Grass-type starter Pokémon. Standing at just 0.7 meters tall and weighing 16.0 kilograms, this avian Pokémon maintains a balanced base stat total of 420, with particularly notable contributions from its HP (78) and dual offensive stats (Attack 75, Special Attack 70). Dartrix can be encountered with either the Overgrow ability, which amplifies Grass-type moves to 1.5× damage when its health drops to one-third or lower, or its Hidden Ability Long Reach, which allows its moves to connect without physical contact—a trait that proves invaluable in competitive encounters.
Base Stats
Height
0.7m
Weight
16.0kg
Category
Blade Quill Pokémon
Gender
Male 87.5% / Female 12.5%
Color
brown
Shape
wings
Abilities
Strengthens grass moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.
This Pokémon's moves do not make contact.
Dartrix Biology & Physical Characteristics
Dartrix is an elegant avian Pokémon that bears a striking resemblance to an owl, particularly in its distinctive heart-shaped facial disc composed of white plumage. The species displays a sophisticated coloration scheme with dark brown feathers adorning its head, shoulders, and back, contrasting sharply against its predominantly white body. Two curved green leaves frame its face in an asymmetric fashion, with the right leaf extending longer than its counterpart on the left, while a pair of smaller leaf-like structures beneath its chin resemble a delicate bowtie. Its most notable physical features are the two pointed leaves forming its tail and the concealed blade quills—sharp orange-brown feathers stored within the leafy plumage beneath its wings. Dartrix possesses large, typically closed eyes with dark irises, a small stubby beak with a white upper jaw and orange-brown lower jaw, and distinctive orange-brown talons with a zygodactyl arrangement. These physical adaptations work in concert with its exceptional sensory capabilities, allowing it to detect opponents even when positioned behind it, making it a formidable combatant that can strike with lethal precision.
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Training
Breeding
Dartrix Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Dartrix exhibits a pronounced male bias in its gender distribution, with approximately 87.5% of individuals being male and only 12.5% being female, a ratio notably skewed compared to many other Pokémon species. This significant gender disparity may reflect the species' origin as a starter Pokémon in the Alola region, where gender ratios are often deliberately adjusted for narrative or gameplay purposes. The species belongs to the Flying egg group, allowing it to breed with other members of that classification to produce Rowlet offspring. With a base happiness value of 70, Dartrix demonstrates reasonable receptiveness to trainer bonding, though the Ultra Sun Pokédex entry suggests that neglecting proper grooming and care can damage the trainer-Pokémon relationship, potentially causing Dartrix to refuse commands. The hatch counter is set at 15 cycles, requiring approximately 3,599 to 3,855 steps to hatch from an egg, making Dartrix somewhat more time-intensive to breed compared to species with faster hatch rates. The medium-slow growth rate means that Dartrix requires more experience to reach higher levels compared to medium-paced growers, necessitating more grinding for players seeking to reach its final evolution at level 34.
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TMs & HMs
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ultra sun ultra moon
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red blue
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lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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blue japan
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red green japan
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yellow
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gold silver
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red blue
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crystal
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emerald
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firered leafgreen
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diamond pearl
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ruby sapphire
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colosseum
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dartrix's Evolution Chain
Dartrix Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Dartrix occupies the crucial middle stage of the Rowlet evolutionary line, emerging when Rowlet reaches level 17 and subsequently evolving into Decidueye upon reaching level 34. This evolutionary progression represents a transformation from a mischievous, curious chick into a refined and deadly warrior, with Dartrix serving as the transitional phase where the Pokémon gains significant combat capability while developing its signature aesthetic sensibilities. The evolution from Rowlet to Dartrix brings enhanced stats across most categories, with notable increases in HP (from 68 to 78), Attack (from 55 to 75), and Defense (from 55 to 75), establishing a more balanced defensive profile. In the Hisui region, as documented in Legends: Arceus, Dartrix follows an identical leveling threshold for initial evolution but evolves into the regional variant Hisuian Decidueye at level 36 rather than level 34, reflecting the divergent evolutionary pressures present in that ancient environment. The evolutionary line demonstrates a clear progression toward specialization: where Rowlet emphasizes speed and surprise, and Decidueye becomes a specialized Ghost/Grass or Grass/Fighting type with dramatically enhanced Special Attack, Dartrix maintains a balanced, all-purpose moveset and stat distribution that makes it viable throughout the mid-game portions of any Pokémon adventure.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Dartrix Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Dartrix exhibits a remarkably complex personality that combines aesthetic vanity with deadly combat prowess. This Pokémon is notorious for its narcissistic tendencies, spending considerable portions of its free time meticulously preening and grooming its feathers to maintain an impeccable appearance. According to Pokédex entries, this obsession with cleanliness can occasionally render Dartrix unable to engage in battle when it becomes fixated on removing any trace of dirt from its plumage. However, this apparent weakness belies a deeper purpose: thorough preening keeps its blade quills sharp and ready for deployment. Dartrix is supremely sensitive to the presence of other Pokémon and trainers in its vicinity, possessing an almost supernatural awareness that allows it to detect hidden opponents and react with devastating speed. The species inhabits the lush forests and verdant regions of Alola, where it can regularly bask in sunlight to gather power—a behavior observed even in the harsh, frigid climate of ancient Hisui. Its throws of blade quills demonstrate remarkable accuracy and trajectory control; Dartrix can bend these feathers mid-flight to alter their course, allowing it to strike weak points with consistent precision that rarely results in misses.
Pokedex Entries
Generation VII
A bit of a dandy, it spends its free time preening its wings. Its preoccupation with any dirt on its plumage can leave it unable to battle.
This narcissistic Pokémon is a clean freak. If you don’t groom it diligently, it will stop listening to you.
It throws sharp feathers called blade quills at enemies or prey. It seldom misses.
Supremely sensitive to the presence of others, it can detect opponents standing behind it, flinging its sharp feathers to take them out.
Generation VIII
It throws one knifelike feather after another at its enemies, and each one precisely strikes a weak point. These feathers are known as blade quills.
It never slacks when it comes to the task of cleaning its feathers. Thorough preening keeps it looking spiffy and its blade quills nice and sharp.
Regularly basks in sunlight to gather power—presumably due to the frigid climate. Nonetheless, the edges of the blade quills set into its wings are keen as ever.
Dartrix Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Dartrix is a portmanteau of 'dart' and 'trix' (possibly derived from matrix or tricks), perfectly encapsulating the Pokémon's primary signature move and combat philosophy of throwing sharp feathers with precise accuracy. The Japanese name Fukuthrow combines elements suggesting both its appearance and function. Visually, Dartrix's design represents a sophisticated evolution of Rowlet's round, owl-like appearance, incorporating refined aesthetic elements that reflect its vain, grooming-obsessed nature. The asymmetric green leaves framing its face serve dual purposes: they provide a visually striking design element that distinguishes Dartrix from its pre-evolution while symbolizing its status as an intermediate between Rowlet's simple foliage and Decidueye's elaborate feathered appearance. The blade quills themselves draw inspiration from real owl feathers, which are known for their silent flight and deadly precision in hunting, while their depiction as actual blades reflects the Pokémon's combat capability. The bowtie-like leaf structures beneath its chin add a whimsical, fashion-conscious element that reinforces the species' characterization as a 'dandy' preoccupied with appearance. The color palette—white plumage contrasting with brown and green accents—evokes the appearance of specific owl species while maintaining the characteristic grass-type color associations established throughout the Pokémon franchise.
Learnable Moves
Dartrix can learn 76 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| aerial ace | flying | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| air cutter | flying | Special | 60 | 95 | 25 |
| air slash | flying | Special | 75 | 95 | 15 |
| astonish | ghost | Physical | 30 | 100 | 15 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| baton pass | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| brave bird | flying | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| bullet seed | grass | Physical | 25 | 100 | 30 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| confuse ray | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| covet | normal | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| defog | flying | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| dual wingbeat | flying | Physical | 40 | 90 | 10 |
| echoed voice | normal | Special | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| energy ball | grass | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| false swipe | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 40 |
| feather dance | flying | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| foresight | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| fury attack | normal | Physical | 15 | 85 | 20 |
| giga drain | grass | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| 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 |
| gust | flying | Special | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| haze | ice | Status | — | — | 30 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| knock off | dark | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| leaf blade | grass | Physical | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| leaf storm | grass | Special | 130 | 90 | 5 |
| leafage | grass | Physical | 40 | 100 | 40 |
| light screen | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| magical leaf | grass | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| nasty plot | dark | Status | — | — | 20 |
| nature power | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| night shade | ghost | Special | — | 100 | 15 |
| ominous wind | ghost | Special | 60 | 100 | 5 |
| peck | flying | Physical | 35 | 100 | 35 |
| pluck | flying | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| razor leaf | grass | Physical | 55 | 95 | 25 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| roost | flying | Status | — | — | 5 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| safeguard | normal | Status | — | — | 25 |
| seed bomb | grass | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| shadow claw | ghost | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| shadow sneak | ghost | Physical | 40 | 100 | 30 |
| sky attack | flying | Physical | 140 | 90 | 5 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| solar beam | grass | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| steel wing | steel | Physical | 70 | 90 | 25 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sucker punch | dark | Physical | 70 | 100 | 5 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 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 |
| tailwind | flying | Status | — | — | 15 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| trailblaze | grass | Physical | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| work up | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| worry seed | grass | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
Dartrix Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive Pokémon battles, Dartrix occupies an unusual niche as a Grass/Flying-type with moderately balanced stats that make it viable in casual and lower-tier competitive formats but generally outclassed by more specialized options in higher-level play. Its base stat total of 420 places it squarely in the mid-tier range, with no particularly exceptional stats—its highest values are its HP, Attack, and Defense (78, 75, and 75 respectively), while its Speed stat of only 52 presents a significant liability in competitive speed-dependent metagames. The Overgrow ability provides an offensive boost at low health, potentially allowing Dartrix to serve as a sweeper in desperation situations, while the Hidden Ability Long Reach eliminates contact-based retaliation, providing utility against entry hazards and status moves. Dartrix's movepool, inherited from Rowlet, includes offensive moves like Brave Bird and Leaf Blade, defensive coverage moves such as Synthesis and Defog, and utility options including Swords Dance for setup sweeping. However, its middling Attack and Special Attack stats (both 75 and 70 respectively) mean that Dartrix lacks the raw offensive power to reliably OHKO threats in competitive play. The most viable competitive role for Dartrix exists in Little Cup competitions, where the evolutionary restrictions create an environment where intermediate-stage Pokémon excel. In standard competitive formats, most experienced players recommend bypassing Dartrix entirely in favor of either using Rowlet as a lead with appropriate movesets or investing in the fully-evolved Decidueye, which gains significantly improved stats and Pokédex-breaking offensive capabilities.
Commonly Asked Questions About Dartrix
What type is Dartrix?
Dartrix is a grass and flying type Pokemon.
What does Dartrix evolve into?
Dartrix evolves into decidueye.
What are Dartrix's weaknesses?
Dartrix is weak to flying, poison, rock, fire and ice type moves.
Dartrix Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Dartrix has established itself as a beloved member of the Generation VII starter family, capturing the affection of trainers worldwide through its distinctive aesthetic charm and endearing personality quirks. The Pokémon's vanity and preoccupation with personal grooming have made it a memorable character in Pokémon media, particularly in the animated series where Ash's Rowlet's evolution into Dartrix marked a significant character development moment. Fan communities have embraced Dartrix's design as one of the most visually appealing intermediate evolutionary stages, with its asymmetric leaf design and sophisticated color scheme making it a popular subject for fan art and merchandise. The species represents a successful example of character design that balances visual appeal with personality-driven storytelling, as evidenced by the consistent portrayal of its narcissistic tendencies across multiple Pokédex entries. Dartrix's signature blade quill mechanic has influenced subsequent Pokémon designs and moves, establishing a template for weaponized feather-based attacks in the franchise. The Pokémon has maintained steady popularity across generations, appearing in trading card games, video games, and various media adaptations, with collectors particularly prizing alternate artwork depicting Dartrix's grooming behaviors or mid-attack poses.
Where to Find Dartrix in Every Pokémon Game
Dartrix is primarily available as the natural evolution of Rowlet, the Grass-type starter Pokémon provided to trainers at the beginning of Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon, making it accessible to virtually every player who chooses the Grass-type starter option in Alola. The species can be obtained in the field after evolving a Rowlet at level 17, or through breeding Rowlet or Decidueye with another Pokémon in the Flying egg group. In Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Dartrix is available as the evolved form of Rowlet, which can be caught or obtained as a starter Pokémon in the Hisui region. More recent games including Pokémon Sword and Shield (available through the Expansion Pass) and Pokémon Scarlet and Violet (via the Indigo Disk DLC) have included Dartrix in their Pokédexes, though availability varies depending on version and post-game content access. The Pokémon's catch rate in the wild stands at 45, indicating moderate difficulty in capturing wild Dartrix should one be encountered, though most trainers obtain their Dartrix through evolution rather than wild encounters. Dartrix is also available through Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl following the National Pokédex integration update, though it requires evolution from Rowlet rather than direct wild encounters. Traders and breeders can readily obtain Dartrix through online trading systems, and it remains a consistent fixture in competitive Pokémon communities for players seeking the Rowlet evolutionary line.