quaxwell
Generation IX · #0913 — Practicing Pokémon
Quaxwell, known as the Practicing Pokémon, is a Water-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IX that represents the intermediate stage of evolution for the Paldea region's water starter, Quaxly. Bearing the National Pokédex number #913, this graceful yet determined aquatic duck has captured the hearts of trainers with its dedication to self-improvement and artistic expression. As the evolutionary bridge between the adorable Quaxly and the powerful dual-type Quaquaval, Quaxwell embodies themes of hard work, discipline, and the pursuit of perfection through constant practice. With a base stat total of 410, Quaxwell demonstrates a lean distribution favoring physical attack at 85, making it a capable combatant during the middle stages of a trainer's journey through Paldea.
Base Stats
Height
1.2m
Weight
21.5kg
Category
Practicing Pokémon
Gender
Male 87.5% / Female 12.5%
Color
blue
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.
Quaxwell Biology & Physical Characteristics
Quaxwell is a striking white, duck-like Pokémon standing 1.2 meters tall and weighing 21.5 kilograms, featuring an elegant design that emphasizes its role as a practitioner of martial arts and dance. Its most distinctive feature is the large, round blue crest that crowns its head, capable of absorbing impacts and serving as a protective shield during combat. The crest sits above a teal-colored brow that flares into two large branches flanking a small central bump, while its face displays bright blue eyes and a pointed yellow beak characteristic of its avian nature. Quaxwell's body is adorned with blue and teal feathers across its chest, forearms, tail, and the insides of its feet, with three feather-like projections at the end of each arm resembling delicate fingers. Its most impressive anatomical features are its long, powerful legs ending in yellow feet with three toes each, wrapped in a manner that resembles ballet pointe shoes, perfectly suited for the graceful kicks and acrobatic movements this Pokémon is known for. Notably, Quaxwell's crest requires careful maintenance—if it becomes unkempt or messy from absorbing impacts, the Pokémon's body and mind feel weakened until it can comb the crest back into shape using gel.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Quaxwell Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Quaxwell exhibits a significant gender bias, with approximately 87.5 percent of the population being male and only 12.5 percent being female, a ratio consistent with many other starter Pokémon and their evolutionary lines. This heavy male skew reflects traditional Pokémon design conventions and may suggest that in the Paldean ecosystem, male Quaxwell possess some competitive or evolutionary advantage, though the exact biological mechanisms remain unexplained in available documentation. When breeding Quaxwell, trainers will find that the species belongs to both the Water 1 and Flying egg groups, providing considerable flexibility in breeding compatibility with a wide range of parent Pokémon. The base friendship value of 50 indicates that Quaxwell begins with a neutral disposition toward its trainer, requiring deliberate effort and positive interactions to develop stronger bonds. With an egg hatch counter of 20 cycles, requiring approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps to hatch, breeding Quaxwell is moderately time-intensive compared to faster-hatching species. The capture rate of 45 suggests that wild Quaxwell can be caught with standard Poké Balls with reasonable success, making it accessible to trainers seeking to add one to their roster without requiring specialty capture equipment.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm01
ultra sun ultra moon
tm01
sun moon
tm03
ruby sapphire
tm03
platinum
tm03
firered leafgreen
tm03
heartgold soulsilver
tm03
diamond pearl
tm03
emerald
tm03
xd
tm03
colosseum
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
+214 more TMs/HMs
quaxwell's Evolution Chain
Quaxwell Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Quaxwell occupies a critical position within the evolutionary line connecting Quaxly and Quaquaval. It evolves from Quaxly at level 16, representing a significant development from its pre-evolution form, and continues its growth journey until reaching level 36, at which point it undergoes its final evolution into the powerful Quaquaval. This final evolution marks a major transformation, as Quaquaval gains a Fighting-type secondary typing and experiences substantial stat increases, particularly in its offensive capabilities. The evolutionary progression mirrors Quaxwell's journey from a diligent student of combat techniques to a master martial artist, with each stage reflecting increased mastery and refinement. During its time as Quaxwell, trainers will notice that the Pokémon's emphasis remains on building a strong physical foundation, with its Attack stat of 85 providing a clear indication of its predisposition toward physical moves. The transition to Quaquaval represents the culmination of all this training and practice, transforming Quaxwell from a promising practitioner into a confident competitor ready for serious battles.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Quaxwell Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Quaxwell exhibits a serious and stoic personality, though it is known to possess a temperamental side that emerges when its carefully maintained crest becomes disheveled. These Pokémon are renowned workaholics, constantly training and refining their physical technique through dedicated practice regimens. According to Pokédex entries, Quaxwell frequently runs through shallow waters with flocks of its kind to train and strengthen its legs, engaging in friendly competitions to determine which individual can execute the most gracefully performed kicks. What truly sets Quaxwell apart from other Pokémon is its observational nature—these hardworking creatures study the movements of people and Pokémon from various regions, incorporating observed techniques and dance routines into their own repertoire. This cultural curiosity and adaptability suggests that Quaxwell inhabits regions with diverse populations and varied martial traditions. The Pokémon's commitment to maintaining proper posture and its daily training regimen indicate it thrives in environments near water sources, particularly shallow areas where it can practice its signature aquatic leg training without obstruction.
Pokedex Entries
These Pokémon constantly run through shallow waters to train their legs, then compete with each other to see which of them kicks most gracefully.
The hardworking Quaxwell observes people and Pokémon from various regions and incorporates their movements into its own dance routines.
Quaxwell Name Origin & Design Inspiration
Quaxwell's name elegantly combines 'quack,' the characteristic sound of ducks, with 'swell,' reflecting both its larger stature compared to Quaxly and its growing proficiency in combat. The Japanese name Welkamo (ウェルカモ) similarly merges 'welcome' with 'kamo,' the Japanese word for duck, suggesting the idea of welcoming new skills and techniques into its growing arsenal. The Pokémon's design aesthetic draws inspiration from ballet dancers and martial artists, evident in its elongated legs, feet wrapped like pointe shoes, and the graceful proportions throughout its body. Its most prominent feature, the blue crest, appears to reference both the natural crests found on certain duck species and the elaborate hairstyles maintained by dedicated athletes and performers who must keep their appearance impeccable despite rigorous training. The color scheme of white primary coloring with blue and teal accents creates a clean, purposeful appearance befitting a Pokémon dedicated to discipline and self-improvement, while the yellow beak and feet provide warm contrasts that prevent the design from appearing overly cold or severe.
Learnable Moves
Quaxwell can learn 40 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 |
| 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 |
| feather dance | flying | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| flip turn | water | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| focus energy | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| growl | normal | Status | — | 100 | 40 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hydro pump | water | Special | 110 | 80 | 5 |
| liquidation | water | Physical | 85 | 100 | 10 |
| low kick | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| low sweep | fighting | Physical | 65 | 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 |
| rest | psychic | 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 |
| triple axel | ice | Physical | 20 | 90 | 10 |
| water gun | water | Special | 40 | 100 | 25 |
| water pledge | water | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| water pulse | water | Special | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| whirlpool | water | Special | 35 | 85 | 15 |
| wing attack | flying | Physical | 60 | 100 | 35 |
| work up | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
Quaxwell Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive battle environments, Quaxwell occupies an unusual niche as a middle-stage Pokémon that many experienced trainers skip entirely in favor of reaching Quaquaval's superior stats and typing. With a base stat total of 410, Quaxwell's most notable strength lies in its Attack stat of 85, significantly outpacing its Special Attack and other defensive statistics, making it a physical attacker by design. Its ability Torrent activates when Quaxwell's health drops to one-third of its maximum, strengthening Water-type moves to 1.5 times their normal power—a classic mechanic that rewards aggressive play and can turn the tide of battle during desperate moments. The hidden ability Moxie provides an alternative competitive avenue, raising Attack by one stage whenever Quaxwell successfully knocks out an opponent's Pokémon, potentially enabling sweeping opportunities in favorable matchups. Quaxwell's movepool reflects its dual identity as both a water specialist and martial artist, with access to moves like Aqua Jet for priority damage, Liquidation for powerful STAB attacks, Water Pulse for special coverage, Low Sweep for fighting-type utility, and Air Slash for flying-type coverage. However, its middling bulk with Defense and Special Defense stats of 65 and 60 respectively means Quaxwell requires careful play and good prediction to avoid being overwhelmed by faster or more defensively-solid opponents, limiting its competitive viability to casual or intermediate-level play.
Commonly Asked Questions About Quaxwell
What type is Quaxwell?
Quaxwell is a water type Pokemon.
What does Quaxwell evolve into?
Quaxwell evolves into quaquaval.
What are Quaxwell's weaknesses?
Quaxwell is weak to grass and electric type moves.
Quaxwell Cultural Impact & Franchise History
While Quaxwell has not achieved the mainstream cultural prominence of certain iconic Pokémon, it has developed a dedicated following within the Generation IX community due to its unique character design and the compelling narrative arc it represents as the middle evolution of Paldea's water starter. The Pokémon's emphasis on training, discipline, and self-improvement through observation has resonated with players who appreciate character-driven storytelling and Pokémon that feel like they possess genuine personality and motivation beyond battle mechanics. Quaxwell's graceful design and elegant aesthetic have made it a subject of fan art and creative expression, with many artists drawn to depicting its elaborate training regimens and the subtle personality quirks suggested by its messy-crest weakness. Within the competitive community, Quaxwell represents a brief moment in a Pokémon's journey rather than a destination, yet players frequently express fondness for this stage of development as representing the moment of transition and growing capability. The Pokémon has also appeared in various spin-off media and animated content, where its dedicated nature and perfectionist tendencies have been explored to develop deeper character connections with trainers who raise them. Quaxwell's design philosophy—combining martial discipline with artistic grace—has influenced how some fans perceive the relationship between physical training and artistic expression in the Pokémon universe.
Where to Find Quaxwell in Every Pokémon Game
Quaxwell is available primarily in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, the Generation IX titles set in the Paldea region, where it represents a natural progression for trainers who selected Quaxly as their initial starter Pokémon. The most straightforward method of obtaining Quaxwell involves leveling a Quaxly to level 16, which automatically triggers its evolution into this form. For trainers seeking to acquire Quaxwell without having started with Quaxly, limited opportunities exist through Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's wild encounters, though specific locations for wild Quaxwell are relatively restricted compared to more common water-types. The Pokédex number assignment of #0913 confirms Quaxwell's legitimate place within Generation IX's official roster, and it was not included in the Pokémon Legends: Z-A data presented in available resources, suggesting it may not appear in that particular title or that its moveset in that game remains undocumented. Trading with other players offers another viable path to obtaining Quaxwell, particularly if one's own starter Pokémon is not a water-type or if early-game acquisition is desired. The capture rate of 45 indicates moderate catchability for wild specimens, though standard Poké Balls prove reasonably effective when encountered. Breeding compatible Pokémon in either the Water 1 or Flying egg groups with a Quaxwell or its evolutionary relatives provides a breeding-based acquisition method, offering trainers the opportunity to obtain multiple specimens with desired natures or individual values for competitive purposes.