quaxly
Generation IX · #0912 — Duckling Pokémon
Quaxly is a Water-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IX and serves as one of the three first partner Pokémon available to trainers at the start of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, alongside Sprigatito and Fuecoco. As National Pokédex number 912, Quaxly represents the water-type choice for new players in the Paldea region. Despite being a native resident of Paldea in modern times, Quaxly is not actually indigenous to the region—instead, this Duckling Pokémon migrated to Paldea from distant lands long ago, establishing itself as a beloved starter option. With a base stat total of 310, Quaxly possesses modest statistical foundations that improve significantly upon evolution, making it an excellent introduction to Pokémon training for beginners while remaining viable throughout a player's journey.
Base Stats
Height
0.5m
Weight
6.1kg
Category
Duckling Pokémon
Gender
Male 87.5% / Female 12.5%
Color
white
Shape
upright
Abilities
Strengthens water moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.
Raises Attack one stage upon KOing a Pokémon.
Quaxly Biology & Physical Characteristics
Quaxly is a small, white duckling-like Pokémon standing just half a meter tall and weighing 6.1 kilograms, making it one of the tiniest starter Pokémon. Its most distinctive feature is its large teal coif-like crest that covers its head, adorned with a feathery tuft in the front and a white curvy line resembling a wave. This striking hairstyle is maintained by a rich, moist cream that Quaxly secretes, keeping the coif smooth and glossy. The gel secreted by Quaxly's feathers serves a crucial biological function, repelling both water and grime from its body and helping maintain its pristine appearance. Quaxly's body is characterized by yellow beak coloring and blue eyes, while its webbed feet are distinctly teal. The Pokémon's strong, muscular legs are built for aquatic locomotion, allowing it to swim effortlessly even in fast-flowing rivers where other water-types might struggle.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Quaxly Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Quaxly exhibits a notable gender imbalance in its population distribution, with approximately 87.5% of individuals being male compared to 12.5% being female. This significant male-to-female ratio is characteristic of many starter Pokémon and reflects breeding mechanics established throughout the franchise. Both male and female Quaxly belong to the Water 1 and Flying egg groups, allowing them to breed with a wide variety of water-type and flying-type Pokémon to produce Quaxly offspring. The species has a base happiness value of 50, which is considered neutral, indicating that Quaxly begins its relationship with trainers with an impartial disposition that must be earned through care and bonding. With an egg hatch counter of 20 cycles, equivalent to approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps, breeding Quaxly is a moderately time-consuming but achievable endeavor for dedicated trainers. The medium-slow growth rate means that while Quaxly develops at a slightly slower pace than some starter Pokémon, it ultimately reaches higher stat potentials, rewarding patient trainers with increasingly powerful evolutions.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm01
ultra sun ultra moon
tm01
sun moon
tm03
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm07
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm09
gold silver
tm09
yellow
tm09
red blue
tm09
crystal
tm95
sword shield
hm03
ruby sapphire
hm03
platinum
hm03
omega ruby alpha sapphire
hm06
gold silver
tr13
sword shield
tr30
sword shield
tr85
sword shield
tr98
sword shield
tm50
scarlet violet
tm65
scarlet violet
+198 more TMs/HMs
quaxly's Evolution Chain
Quaxly Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Quaxly's evolution line is a straightforward progression consisting of three stages. At level 16, Quaxly evolves into Quaxwell, its second form, which begins to develop the more aggressive characteristics of the line. Upon reaching level 36, Quaxwell evolves into its final form, Quaquaval, which gains a second Fighting-type addition to complement its Water typing. This evolution chain represents one of the cleanest progressions in Generation IX, with each stage building upon the previous form's foundations. The transition from Quaxly to Quaxwell marks the beginning of the Pokémon's shift from a modest duckling into a more formidable aquatic combatant, while the final evolution into Quaquaval introduces acrobatic and martial elements that weren't present in Quaxly's original Water-type arsenal. This three-stage evolution line allows trainers to experience meaningful growth throughout their team development, with Quaxly serving as an accessible entry point that doesn't require specific items, locations, or special conditions to advance.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Quaxly Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Quaxly is characteristically an earnest and tidy Pokémon with a particular aversion to uncleanliness, especially regarding its prized coif. This cleanliness-obsessed nature means Quaxly hates getting itself dirty and will actively maintain its appearance throughout the day. Despite this fastidious personality, Quaxly has a tendency to overthink situations, sometimes creating unnecessary worry for itself and its trainer. The Pokémon is naturally inclined toward swimming and uses its powerful legs not only for aquatic movement but also for delivering swift kicks to opponents in battle. In its habitat, Quaxly prefers watery environments where it can freely exercise its exceptional swimming abilities. As noted in the Sleep Style Dex, Quaxly's coif becomes dry and unkempt if it sleeps for extended periods, though this occurs only on extremely rare occasions, suggesting the Pokémon maintains consistent grooming habits even during rest.
Pokedex Entries
This Pokémon migrated to Paldea from distant lands long ago. The gel secreted by its feathers repels water and grime."
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 Name Origin & Design Inspiration
Quaxly's design draws clear inspiration from real-world ducks and waterfowl, specifically capturing the essence of a duckling with a distinctive styling flair. The name Quaxly likely derives from "quack," the onomatopoeia for a duck's call, combined with a diminutive suffix suggesting its duckling status. In Japanese, Quaxly is known as Kuwassu, which carries similar phonetic connections to waterfowl vocalizations. The Pokémon's most notable design element is its elaborate coif hairstyle, which sets it apart from typical duck-inspired Pokémon designs and gives Quaxly a surprisingly fashionable appearance for a duckling. This hair-focused design philosophy foreshadows the acrobatic, styling-conscious evolution line that follows, particularly evident in Quaquaval's theatrical final form. The teal coloration of Quaxly's crest and feet contrasts beautifully with its white plumage, creating a visually striking and immediately recognizable silhouette. The glossy gel secretion mechanic is both biologically grounded and mechanically symbolic, representing Quaxly's natural defense against its environment and its obsessive-compulsive desire to maintain a polished appearance.
Learnable Moves
Quaxly can learn 39 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| acrobatics | flying | Physical | 55 | 100 | 15 |
| aerial ace | flying | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| air cutter | flying | Special | 60 | 95 | 25 |
| air slash | flying | Special | 75 | 95 | 15 |
| aqua cutter | water | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| aqua jet | water | Physical | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| baton pass | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| brave bird | flying | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| chilling water | water | Special | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| detect | fighting | Status | — | — | 5 |
| disarming voice | fairy | Special | 40 | — | 15 |
| double hit | normal | Physical | 35 | 90 | 10 |
| encore | normal | Status | — | 100 | 5 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| focus energy | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| growl | normal | Status | — | 100 | 40 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hydro pump | water | Special | 110 | 80 | 5 |
| last resort | normal | Physical | 140 | 100 | 5 |
| liquidation | water | Physical | 85 | 100 | 10 |
| low kick | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| misty terrain | fairy | Status | — | — | 10 |
| pound | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psych up | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rapid spin | normal | Physical | 50 | 100 | 40 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| roost | flying | Status | — | — | 5 |
| surf | water | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| swift | normal | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| water gun | water | Special | 40 | 100 | 25 |
| water pledge | water | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| whirlpool | water | Special | 35 | 85 | 15 |
| wing attack | flying | Physical | 60 | 100 | 35 |
| work up | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
Quaxly Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive play, Quaxly functions primarily as a bulky physical attacker with moderate Speed and Attack stats of 65 and 50 respectively, though its defenses of 45 in both Defense and Special Defense are its weakest points. Quaxly's signature ability Torrent activates when the Pokémon's health drops to one-third of its maximum, increasing the power of Water-type moves to 1.5 times their normal damage output, making it a valuable emergency button in dire situations. The hidden ability Moxie provides an alternative competitive option, raising Quaxly's Attack stat by one stage upon defeating an opponent, enabling potential sweep scenarios if the Pokémon secures knockout victories. Quaxly's moveset includes useful coverage options such as Water Gun at level 1, Aqua Jet at level 13 for priority attacking, Aqua Cutter at level 21, and the formidable Liquidation at level 35, which becomes increasingly important as the Pokémon approaches its evolutions. However, Quaxly's modest base stat total of 310 limits its effectiveness in competitive formats, and most trainers transition to its evolutions before engaging in serious competitive battling. The availability of breeding moves like Detect, Rapid Spin, and Roost provides strategic flexibility for breeders preparing competitive Quaxwell or Quaquaval specimens.
Commonly Asked Questions About Quaxly
What type is Quaxly?
Quaxly is a water type Pokemon.
What does Quaxly evolve into?
Quaxly evolves into quaxwell, then into quaquaval.
What are Quaxly's weaknesses?
Quaxly is weak to grass and electric type moves.
Quaxly Cultural Impact & Franchise History
As one of the three first partner Pokémon in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Quaxly has achieved significant cultural prominence within the franchise and among the gaming community. The Pokémon's design resonated strongly with players upon its first reveal on February 27, 2022, during a Pokémon Presents video presentation, establishing it as an immediately beloved addition to Generation IX. Quaxly's appearance in the anime series, notably through Dot's Quaxly in the main series, has further cemented its status as a recognizable and fan-favorite starter Pokémon. The character of Dot's Quaxly demonstrates the species' earnest and dedicated personality, showcasing how trainers can bond with this charming duckling through patient companionship. The Pokémon's unique aesthetic—combining cleanliness obsession with an elaborate hairstyle—has made it particularly appealing to players who appreciate personality-driven character design. Within the broader Pokémon community, Quaxly represents the continuation of the starter Pokémon tradition while introducing fresh design philosophy that emphasizes grooming and personal presentation, making it a distinctive choice among the hundreds of Pokémon available in the franchise.
Where to Find Quaxly in Every Pokémon Game
Quaxly is exclusively available as a starter Pokémon at the beginning of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, where players must choose between Quaxly, Sprigatito, or Fuecoco before beginning their adventure in the Paldea region. This selection mechanism makes Quaxly potentially unobtainable in a single playthrough if the player selects a different starter, though multiple playthroughs or trading with other trainers provide pathways to obtain all three starter options. The Pokémon has a catch rate of 45, which is standard for starter Pokémon, though this statistic becomes irrelevant since Quaxly cannot be encountered in the wild—it only becomes available through the starter selection or subsequent breeding. Within Pokémon Scarlet and Violet specifically, Quaxly is assigned local Pokédex number 007, reflecting its significance as an early-game Pokémon. The species' availability is restricted to Generation IX games and any future remakes or remasters of those titles, making it a region-specific starter option. Trading remains the primary method for trainers who wish to use Quaxly without restarting their game, and the Pokémon's popularity as a starter choice means many players actively breed and trade Quaxly and its evolutions within the community.