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quilladin
Generation VI · #0651 — Spiny Armor Pokémon
Quilladin, known as the Spiny Armor Pokémon, is a Grass-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VI that occupies the middle stage of the Kalos region's starter evolution line. With a National Pokédex number of #651, Quilladin represents the transitional form between the diminutive Chespin and the formidable Chesnaught. Standing at just 0.7 meters tall and weighing 29.0 kilograms, this bipedal creature embodies a fascinating fusion of mammalian and botanical characteristics, presenting trainers with a capable mid-stage Pokémon that emphasizes defensive capabilities and physical resilience. Despite its intimidating appearance adorned with sharp quills and a protective shell, Quilladin maintains a gentle temperament and avoids conflict whenever possible, making it a companion suited for trainers who value both strength and compassion.
Base Stats
Height
0.7m
Weight
29.0kg
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.
Quilladin Biology & Physical Characteristics
Quilladin presents a distinctly mammalian body structure with remarkable botanical armor plating that covers the majority of its form. The creature's most striking feature is its green, shell-like carapace that resembles a chestnut burr, encasing everything except its face, lower body, legs, and the undersides of its arms. Beneath this protective exterior, Quilladin's visible flesh is dark brown, contrasting with a lighter-colored face that features dark, oval eyes, a small pink nose, characteristic rodent-like incisors, and three-pointed patches of dark brown fur both on its forehead and cheeks. Each side of its head supports a large ear-like spike with distinctive reddish tips, while its tail also terminates in a reddish point. The creature possesses three white, clawed digits on each hand and two on its feet, providing surprising dexterity despite its armored appearance. The shell itself is reinforced with band-like striations across the arms and back, while the fur on its lower body forms a pronounced three-pointed pattern along its front. Notably, the weight and density of Quilladin's shell composition naturally strengthens its lower body musculature, enabling remarkable physical prowess; its tackles are reportedly powerful enough to send trailers airborne. This biological adaptation has rendered Quilladin immune to pain, with violent collisions failing to produce any visible distress.
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Training
Breeding
Quilladin Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Quilladin exhibits a pronounced sexual dimorphism ratio common among many Pokémon, with approximately 87.5 percent of the species being male while only 12.5 percent are female. This heavily male-skewed distribution creates interesting breeding dynamics, as female Quilladin are considerably rarer in both wild populations and trainer collections. Quilladin belongs to the Field egg group, classifying it among terrestrial and mammalian-type Pokémon that breed through conventional means. The species has a base friendship value of 70, indicating a moderate initial bond with newly-captured specimens, making them reasonably receptive to training and care compared to more temperamental Pokémon. The breeding cycle requires 20 egg cycles to produce a hatched Quilladin, equivalent to approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps of in-game travel, a reasonable timeframe that encourages both casual and competitive breeders to cultivate this species. When bred, Quilladin offspring inherit the potential to develop either of the species' two known abilities—the standard Overgrow ability or the exceptionally rare Bulletproof hidden ability. The rarity of female Quilladin adds significant value to breeding specimens possessing Bulletproof, as the hidden ability cannot be guaranteed through normal wild encounters. This breeding pattern has established a secondary market among competitive breeders seeking optimal Quilladin specimens with specific nature and ability combinations.
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quilladin's Evolution Chain
Quilladin Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Quilladin occupies a crucial evolutionary midpoint within its three-stage progression. It evolves from Chespin upon reaching level 16, marking the young starter's transition from an inexperienced hatchling to a more capable combatant. The transformation is visually dramatic, as Quilladin's frame expands and its defensive capabilities intensify considerably compared to its pre-evolved form. The most significant stat increase manifests in Defense, which rises substantially, along with notable improvements to HP and Attack. This intermediate stage serves as an optimal training partner for mid-game challenges, offering trainers a Pokémon with balanced offensive and defensive potential. Continuing the evolutionary line, Quilladin progresses into Chesnaught upon reaching level 36, a transformation that adds the Fighting type to its Grass typing, fundamentally altering its strategic utility and movepool. Chesnaught represents the apex of this evolutionary line, developing a much more robust and aggressively-oriented physiology while maintaining the core defensive principles established at the Quilladin stage. The journey from Chespin through Quilladin to Chesnaught represents one of Generation VI's most well-designed evolutionary progressions, with each stage building logically upon the previous form's characteristics while introducing new tactical dimensions for competitive players.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Quilladin Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Quilladin exhibits remarkably gentle and non-aggressive behavior despite its formidable defensive armaments. According to Pokédex entries, these creatures are very kind and actively avoid initiating fights, instead channeling their energies into constructive physical conditioning. In social groups, Quilladin strengthen their lower bodies through ritualistic contests where they deliberately run into one another, engaging in tests of strength that reinforce their muscular development without malice or genuine conflict. When forced into defensive situations, Quilladin's tactical approach prioritizes its natural advantages: the creature first relies upon its sturdy shell to deflect incoming attacks before counterattacking with its sharp quills in measured retaliation. This defensive-first mentality reflects Quilladin's reluctance to engage in unnecessary violence. The species inhabits temperate forest regions where vegetation is abundant, particularly those environments conducive to the growth of chestnut trees and similar flora. They are most active during daylight hours and appear to be somewhat solitary except during specific breeding seasons or when gathered in same-sex groups for competitive physical exercise. The combination of their gentle nature and impressive durability makes them surprisingly approachable creatures within their natural habitats.
Pokedex Entries
Generation VI
It relies on its sturdy shell to deflect predators’ attacks. It counterattacks with its sharp quills.
They strengthen their lower bodies by running into one another. They are very kind and won’t start fights.
It relies on its sturdy shell to deflect predators’ attacks. It counterattacks with its sharp quills.
They strengthen their lower bodies by running into one another. They are very kind and won’t start fights.
Quilladin Name Origin & Design Inspiration
Quilladin's name derives from a clever linguistic blend of 'quill' and 'paladin,' with the Japanese designation 'Hariborg' combining 'hari' (needle or quill) with 'borg' (suggesting armor or castle-like fortification). This nomenclature perfectly encapsulates the Pokémon's dual nature as both an armored defender and a creature equipped with defensive quills. The design philosophy draws heavily from chestnuts and their spiky protective burrs, creating a botanical-mammalian hybrid that feels cohesive rather than disparate. The ear-like spikes and overall silhouette evoke small rodents such as hedgehogs or porcupines, while the green armor plating and hint of plant-life integration reference the Grass-type designation. The three-pointed facial markings and similar pattern across its lower body create visual symmetry that makes the creature instantly recognizable, while the reddish tips on its spikes and tail introduce warmth and visual interest to an otherwise green-and-brown color scheme. Interestingly, the progression from Quilladin to Chesnaught involves the addition of Fighting-type characteristics, suggesting that the design team envisioned this evolutionary line developing both defensive and martial prowess simultaneously. The overall aesthetic successfully communicates Quilladin's role as a creature of gentle strength—powerful and well-armored, yet fundamentally non-aggressive.
Learnable Moves
Quilladin can learn 97 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 |
| 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 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| curse | ghost | Status | — | — | 10 |
| cut | normal | Physical | 50 | 95 | 30 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| drain punch | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| dual chop | dragon | Physical | 40 | 90 | 15 |
| endeavor | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| energy ball | grass | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| flash | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| focus punch | fighting | Physical | 150 | 100 | 20 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 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 |
| gyro ball | steel | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hone claws | dark | Status | — | — | 15 |
| iron defense | steel | Status | — | — | 15 |
| iron head | steel | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| iron tail | steel | Physical | 100 | 75 | 15 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
Quilladin Competitive Battle Guide
Quilladin functions primarily as a defensive wall in competitive Pokémon formats, leveraging its exceptional Defense stat of 95 paired with a respectable HP of 61 and Special Defense of 58 to absorb incoming damage effectively. With an Attack stat of 78 and Special Attack of only 56, Quilladin naturally favors physical moves over special ones, making it an excellent candidate for physical sweepers or defensive pivots in team structures. The species' Speed stat of 57 ranks as its weakest stat, necessitating either choice of slower strategic play or investment in Speed-enhancing natures and items. Quilladin's movepool provides solid coverage options including Pin Missile, Take Down, Brick Break, Body Slam, and its signature move Wood Hammer, which delivers 120 base power at the cost of significant recoil damage. The Overgrow ability activates when Quilladin's health falls below one-third of maximum capacity, boosting Grass-type move effectiveness to 1.5 times normal damage and potentially enabling last-stand comebacks in closely-matched battles. However, Quilladin's hidden ability Bulletproof provides substantially greater competitive utility, granting immunity to ball, bullet, and bomb-based moves such as Focus Blast, Aura Sphere, Discharge, and Explosion—a defensive advantage that has historically made Bulletproof Quilladin a niche defensive specialist in formats where such moves are prevalent. Competitive trainers typically utilize Quilladin as a mid-game physical tank that provides defensive pivoting opportunities while maintaining the potential to deal respectable damage output through its Attack-prioritized moveset.
Commonly Asked Questions About Quilladin
What type is Quilladin?
Quilladin is a grass type Pokemon.
What does Quilladin evolve into?
Quilladin evolves into chesnaught.
What are Quilladin's weaknesses?
Quilladin is weak to flying, poison, bug, fire and ice type moves.
Quilladin Cultural Impact & Franchise History
As the middle evolutionary stage of the Kalos region's Grass-type starter, Quilladin occupies a notable position within the broader Pokémon cultural landscape, though it remains somewhat overshadowed by both its pre-evolution Chespin and final evolution Chesnaught in terms of popularity metrics and fan engagement. Nevertheless, Quilladin has cultivated a dedicated following among players who appreciate its gentle nature paired with formidable defensive capabilities, embodying a philosophy of strength tempered by kindness that resonates with many trainers. The species has appeared in various Pokémon media adaptations, including the animated television series where trainer encounters with Quilladin often highlight the species' reluctance to engage in needless conflict. Within competitive communities, discussions regarding Bulletproof Quilladin's viability in specific metagames have periodically elevated the species' visibility, particularly during competitive seasons where ball and bomb-based moves dominate the offensive meta. Fan communities have developed considerable affection for Quilladin's design, with numerous pieces of fan art celebrating the creature's aesthetic fusion of armor plating and organic form. The Pokémon's role as a middle-stage evolution occupying the critical level 16-36 training range has also established it as a significant part of many trainers' canonical team compositions during their Kalos region adventures, contributing to a nostalgic cultural resonance among players who experienced Generation VI games.
Where to Find Quilladin in Every Pokémon Game
Quilladin is available in the main Pokémon games primarily through evolutionary progression from Chespin, the Grass-type starter Pokémon offered at the beginning of Pokémon X and Y versions. Within these Generation VI games, players can obtain Chespin from the Kalos region's Professor Sycamore and raise it to level 16 to trigger evolution into Quilladin. The species has maintained availability across subsequent generations through various methods including Pokémon Bank transfers, Pokédex completion features, and limited wild encounters in selected titles. In Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, Quilladin remains obtainable through similar evolutionary pathways rather than direct wild encounters. The species appears with local Pokédex number 0002 in Pokémon X and Y's Central Kalos region and number 0214 in the newly-released Pokémon Legends: Z-A, confirming continued integration into modern game iterations. Quilladin may also be obtained through Pokémon HOME transfers from earlier generation titles where the species was previously captured or bred. Trading with other trainers represents another viable acquisition method, as players possessing duplicate Quilladin specimens from their own playthroughs may exchange them for other desired Pokémon. The species' moderate capture rate of 45 and presence in breeding-accessible egg groups ensures that dedicated trainers can reliably obtain Quilladin specimens with preferred nature and ability combinations through methodical breeding programs, supporting both casual completion goals and competitive team construction objectives.