milcery
Generation VIII · #0868 — Cream Pokémon
Milcery is a Fairy-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VIII, representing one of the most delightful and whimsical additions to the Pokédex. As the Cream Pokémon, it holds National Pokédex number #868 and serves as the base form in its evolutionary line, eventually developing into the versatile Alcremie through a unique and interactive evolution method. Despite its diminutive size of just 0.2 meters in height and weighing only 0.3 kilograms, Milcery possesses surprising significance in both casual gameplay and competitive contexts. The species is exclusively female, with a gender ratio of 0% male to 100% female, making it one of the few all-female Pokémon species. With a base stat total of 270, Milcery emphasizes special defense and special attack over physical prowess, making it a specialized support Pokémon rather than a physical combatant.
Base Stats
Height
0.2m
Weight
0.3kg
Category
Cream Pokémon
Gender
100% Female
Color
white
Shape
ball
Abilities
Prevents friendly Pokémon from sleeping.
Protects allies against moves that affect their mental state.
Milcery Biology & Physical Characteristics
Milcery is composed entirely of cream, with a body structure that resembles a floating droplet or splash of milk suspended in mid-air. Its distinctive appearance features a cream-colored form with a crown of six protrusions that continuously shed cream droplets, giving it an appearance reminiscent of whipped cream or meringue. The Pokémon's two arms extend from its body, and its completely white eyes give it an innocent, endearing expression. According to Pokédex entries, Milcery was born from sweet-smelling particles that exist in the air, suggesting a mystical origin tied to sugary aromas and bakery environments. As Milcery absorbs sweet aromas around it, its body begins to swell, indicating that its growth is directly influenced by its dessert-rich surroundings. This composition of pure cream makes Milcery extremely unique in the Pokémon world, as it represents one of the few species whose entire biology is based on a food substance rather than traditional biological material.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Milcery Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Milcery is one of the exclusively female Pokémon species, with a gender ratio of 0% male and 100% female, meaning that all wild Milcery and those obtained in the games are guaranteed to be female. This gender distribution is paired with its classification in the Fairy and Amorphous egg groups, allowing it to breed with male Pokémon from these groups or with Ditto regardless of the breeding partner's gender. The species has a hatch counter of 20 cycles, which equates to approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps before an egg hatches into a Milcery, placing it in the moderate breeding timeframe. With a base happiness of 50, Milcery starts with neutral affection toward new trainers, requiring bonding efforts to reach higher happiness levels through interaction and battle experience. The capture rate of 200, equivalent to 26.1% when using a Poké Ball on a full-health specimen, makes Milcery relatively easy to catch in the wild, encouraging trainers to capture multiple specimens for breeding purposes or team composition. When bred, Milcery can pass down egg moves such as Baby-Doll Eyes and Last Resort to offspring, making strategic breeding valuable for competitive training.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm03
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm07
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm08
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm99
sun moon
tr92
sword shield
tm02
scarlet violet
tm37
scarlet violet
tm139
scarlet violet
tm43
scarlet violet
tm25
scarlet violet
tm41
scarlet violet
tm79
scarlet violet
tm85
scarlet violet
tm130
scarlet violet
tm99
ultra sun ultra moon
tr82
sword shield
tm47
scarlet violet
tr20
sword shield
tr27
sword shield
+140 more TMs/HMs
Milcery Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Milcery evolves into Alcremie through a unique and interactive evolution method that requires the player to perform specific actions while the Pokémon holds a Sweet item. The evolution is triggered by spinning the Pokémon around while it holds a Sweet, with the resulting Alcremie form depending on multiple variables including the time of day, the direction and duration of the spin, and the type of Sweet being held. Short clockwise spins during the day result in Vanilla Cream Alcremie, while short counterclockwise spins yield Ruby Cream Alcremie. The night hours produce different variations such as Matcha Cream and Salted Cream Alcremie, depending on spin direction and duration. Extended spins over five seconds produce variations like Lemon Cream, Caramel Swirl, and Ruby Swirl Alcremie. The most exclusive form, Rainbow Swirl Alcremie, requires spinning in either direction for more than ten seconds during the evening hours, making it the rarest and most difficult evolution to obtain. This evolution method represents one of the most interactive and player-engaging mechanics in the Pokémon games, transforming evolution from a simple level-up or item usage into a genuine physical action.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Milcery Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Milcery are drawn to environments rich with sweet-smelling particles and sugary aromas, making patisseries, bakeries, and confectionery shops their natural habitats. According to regional folklore, any patisserie visited by Milcery is guaranteed success and good fortune, making these Pokémon considered auspicious presences in the baking community. They thrive in areas where confectionary crafts are practiced, seemingly attracted to the ingredients and processes involved in dessert-making. Milcery's behavior is gentle and non-aggressive, consistent with its Fairy typing and its status as a support-oriented species. The Pokémon has a base happiness of 50, suggesting it maintains a neutral disposition until it bonds with a trainer. Its move pool, which includes supportive moves like Aromatic Mist, Sweet Scent, and Misty Terrain, indicates that Milcery serves a nurturing role in both wild populations and trained teams, supporting those around it rather than engaging in direct combat.
Pokedex Entries
This Pokémon was born from sweet-smelling particles in the air. Its body is made of cream.
They say that any patisserie visited by Milcery is guaranteed success and good fortune.
Milcery Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Milcery appears to be derived from a combination of "milk" and "celery" or potentially "creamery," reflecting its cream-based composition and origin in dairy and bakery environments. The Japanese name Mahomil similarly combines elements related to its whimsical nature. The design of Milcery draws heavy inspiration from whipped cream, meringue, and other dairy-based desserts, with its crown-like protrusions resembling peaks of frosting or whipped cream. The constantly dripping cream droplets from its crown emphasize its liquid, dessert-like nature, distinguishing it from other Pokémon species. Its droplet-shaped body reinforces the aesthetic of liquid dairy products, while its pure white coloration mirrors the appearance of fresh cream or milk. The overall design philosophy positions Milcery as an embodiment of sweetness and indulgence, making it visually distinct from other Fairy-types while maintaining an adorable and approachable appearance that appeals to players of all ages. This design successfully translates the concept of animated dessert into an engaging and charming Pokémon.
Learnable Moves
Milcery can learn 27 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| acid armor | poison | Status | — | — | 20 |
| aromatherapy | grass | Status | — | — | 5 |
| aromatic mist | fairy | Status | — | — | 20 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| baby doll eyes | fairy | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| charm | fairy | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| dazzling gleam | fairy | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| draining kiss | fairy | Special | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| entrainment | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| last resort | normal | Physical | 140 | 100 | 5 |
| misty terrain | fairy | Status | — | — | 10 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| recover | normal | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| 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 |
Milcery Competitive Battle Guide
Despite its modest base stat total of 270, Milcery fills a specialized support role in competitive Pokémon battles through its access to utility moves and beneficial abilities. Its highest stat is Special Defense at 61, followed by Special Attack at 50, making it a defensively-oriented special attacker rather than a physical threat. The ability Sweet Veil prevents friendly Pokémon from falling asleep, providing valuable protection against sleep-inducing strategies, while its hidden ability Aroma Veil protects allies from moves that affect their mental state, such as Attract, Confusion, and Taunt. Milcery's move pool emphasizes support and special offense, including moves like Misty Terrain for weather manipulation, Draining Kiss for reliable special damage with recovery, Dazzling Gleam for fairy-type coverage, and Aromatic Mist for direct ally support. However, its low Speed stat of 34 makes it a slow Pokémon that typically requires defensive investment to survive competitive play. Most competitive usage involves Milcery holding items that enhance its survivability or support capabilities rather than offensive output. Trainers typically employ Milcery in double or triple battles where its support abilities shine, though its evolution Alcremie is generally considered the superior competitive choice in most formats.
Commonly Asked Questions About Milcery
What type is Milcery?
Milcery is a fairy type Pokemon.
What does Milcery evolve into?
Milcery evolves into alcremie.
What are Milcery's weaknesses?
Milcery is weak to poison and steel type moves.
Milcery Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Milcery has captured the affection of the Pokémon fanbase through its unique design and wholesome aesthetic, becoming particularly popular among players who appreciate Fairy-type Pokémon and dessert-themed creatures. The species appears in the Pokémon animated series, including major appearances that highlight its gentle nature and connection to baking communities. Its appearance in Pokémon: Twilight Wings further established its character within the broader Pokémon narrative, showcasing how it interacts with human characters and other Pokémon in various story arcs. The interactive evolution mechanic involving spinning has become iconic within the Generation VIII games, creating memorable gameplay moments and encouraging player experimentation with different evolution variables. Social media communities celebrate Milcery's charm, with fan art and trading posts regularly featuring the species, particularly around the evolution variations that players discover through gameplay. The association of Milcery with good fortune and successful patisseries has resonated with players, creating a narrative where capturing and training Milcery feels like inviting prosperity into one's game world. This cultural embrace has solidified Milcery's position as one of Generation VIII's most beloved Pokémon species.
Where to Find Milcery in Every Pokémon Game
Milcery is available in Pokémon Sword and Shield as a wild encounter in various locations throughout the Galar region, where it appears with relative frequency due to its high capture rate of 200. In these Generation VIII games, Milcery holds local Pokédex number #0185 in Sword and Shield, and #0042 in the later DLC expansion The Indigo Disk. The species can be encountered as a random encounter in grassy areas and through overworld encounters in wild areas known for their abundance of Fairy-type Pokémon. Milcery was subsequently made available in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet for Generation IX, where it continues to appear in wild encounters throughout the Paldea region, allowing for easy acquisition and breeding. The high base happiness of 50 and generous capture rate make Milcery one of the most accessible Pokémon for new players and trainers building their first teams. Additionally, Milcery may appear in special event distributions through Poké Portal News and other official Pokémon distribution methods, though such events are typically limited in availability. The species' consistent inclusion across multiple generations ensures that trainers can reliably obtain Milcery for their teams across different game versions and platforms.