rufflet #627
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rufflet
Generation V · #0627 — Eaglet Pokémon
Rufflet, known as the Eaglet Pokémon, is a Normal/Flying-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V that embodies the spirit of an ambitious young warrior. With a National Pokédex number of #627, Rufflet stands at a modest height of 0.5 meters and weighs 10.5 kilograms, making it one of the smaller avian Pokémon available to trainers. Despite its diminutive stature, this eaglet possesses a fierce temperament and an unwavering determination that belies its compact frame. With a base stat total of 350 and a slow growth rate, Rufflet requires patience and dedication from trainers willing to nurture it through its challenging developmental stages. Its respectable Attack stat of 83 forms the foundation of its combat prowess, supported by solid HP at 70, though its Special Attack and defenses remain comparatively modest at 37 and 50 respectively.
Base Stats
Height
0.5m
Weight
10.5kg
Category
Eaglet Pokémon
Gender
100% Male
Color
white
Shape
wings
Abilities
Prevents accuracy from being lowered.
Strengthens moves with extra effects to 1.3× their power, but prevents their extra effects.
Strengthens physical moves to inflict 1.5× damage, but decreases their accuracy to 0.8×.
Rufflet Biology & Physical Characteristics
Rufflet is a striking avian Pokémon with a predominantly blue body crowned by an elaborate white plume of feathers that extends down past its neck, covering the upper third of its small frame. Its most distinctive feature is its distinctive facial mask—a blue face with five pointed tips that resembles both a crown and a mask, contrasting sharply against the white feathers surrounding it. A large feather extends from its forehead, displaying a striking red lower half transitioning to white on the upper half with a zigzag pattern separating the two colors. The Pokémon's short, wide beak is flanked by large eyes featuring thick black irises and small white pupils, giving it an intense, focused expression. Its yellow legs and feet are disproportionately large compared to its body, equipped with four digits per foot and thick black talons of remarkable strength—strong enough to crush even the hardest berries and crack open Shellder shells to consume their insides. Rufflet also preys on Spewpa, demonstrating its position as an active carnivorous predator despite occasionally supplementing its diet with berries.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Rufflet Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Rufflet exhibits one of the most unusual gender ratios in the Pokémon world, existing exclusively as male with a 100% male to 0% female gender ratio, making it impossible to encounter a female Rufflet in any game or region. This gender exclusivity places Rufflet in a select category of Pokémon, alongside others like Nidoran (male) and Hitmonlee, that reproduce through highly specialized biological means. The breeding mechanism for Rufflet requires pairing with a Ditto to produce offspring, as no compatible female counterpart exists within its species. Rufflet belongs to the Flying egg group, and breeding pairs will produce Rufflet eggs that require 20 cycles—approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps—to hatch into new eaglets. The base friendship value for Rufflet stands at 70, indicating moderate receptiveness to trainer bonds, though its aggressive nature and tendency to cry after losses suggests it requires a patient, dedicated trainer to build strong relationships. This gender distribution raises intriguing questions about Rufflet's evolutionary biology and the possibility that only male eagles of this species survive to reach independent stages, or that the species reproduces through entirely male populations that somehow persist across generations.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm01
black white
tm01
black 2 white 2
tm01
ultra sun ultra moon
tm01
omega ruby alpha sapphire
tm01
sun moon
tm01
x y
tm03
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm04
yellow
tm04
red blue
tm04
red green japan
tm04
blue japan
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm06
yellow
tm06
gold silver
tm06
red blue
tm06
crystal
tm06
emerald
tm06
firered leafgreen
tm06
diamond pearl
tm06
platinum
+548 more TMs/HMs
rufflet's Evolution Chain
Rufflet Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Rufflet undergoes a significant transformation upon reaching level 54, evolving into the more powerful Braviary in standard regions. This evolution represents a dramatic increase in size, power, and maturity, with Braviary developing into a more formidable warrior Pokémon that retains the Normal/Flying typing while substantially improving its stat distribution. In the Hisui region, however, Rufflet follows an alternative evolutionary path, transforming into Hisuian Braviary at the same level threshold of 54. This regional variant diverges from the standard evolution by acquiring an additional Psychic-type, resulting in a Psychic/Flying dual-type that represents a significant thematic and mechanical departure from its Kantonian counterpart. The harsh environmental pressures of the Hisui region appear to have fundamentally shaped this alternative evolutionary path, suggesting that Rufflet's development is influenced by the specific conditions and challenges of its habitat. This branching evolution demonstrates how environmental factors can trigger entirely different transformations, with both forms serving as powerful reminders of the young eaglet's tremendous potential for growth and specialization based on the world in which it matures.
Where to Find
unova victory road
unova
+1 more
village bridge
unova
unova route 10
unova
+5 more
unova route 11
unova
unova route 23
unova
+1 more
poke pelago
alola
alola route 3
alola
Rufflet Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Rufflet exhibits extraordinary aggression from the moment of its hatching, displaying a combative nature that both trainers and the Pokédex have documented extensively. Known as a natural-born warrior, young Rufflet will immediately challenge their parents to fights in order to gain acceptance and establish themselves within the hierarchy, embodying a philosophy that strength is earned through combat and perseverance. These eaglets will indiscriminately pick fights with any Pokémon they encounter, showing no fear regardless of the opponent's size or power—a characteristic that stems more from recklessness than genuine bravery, according to Pokédex entries. What makes this behavior strategically advantageous is that each loss, injury, and fainting episode actually makes Rufflet progressively stronger, creating a self-reinforcing cycle of growth through adversity. However, this aggressive disposition comes with an emotional cost; Rufflet will begin crying whenever it loses a battle, revealing the passionate heart beneath its combative exterior. In its natural habitats throughout various regions, Rufflet thrives in environments where it can freely challenge stronger opponents and hone its fighting skills through constant engagement with worthy adversaries.
Pokedex Entries
Generation V
They crush berries with their talons. They bravely stand up to any opponent, no matter how strong it is.
It stands up to massive opponents, not out of courage, but out of recklessness. But that is how it gets stronger.
They will challenge anything, even strong opponents, without fear. Their frequent fights help them become stronger.
Generation VI
They crush berries with their talons. They bravely stand up to any opponent, no matter how strong it is.
They will challenge anything, even strong opponents, without fear. Their frequent fights help them become stronger.
They crush berries with their talons. They bravely stand up to any opponent, no matter how strong it is.
They will challenge anything, even strong opponents, without fear. Their frequent fights help them become stronger.
Generation VII
They pick fights indiscriminately. They grow stronger and more powerful each time they faint or are injured.
With its powerful legs and sturdy claws, it can crack even the hard shells of Shellder and pluck out their insides.
With its sharp claws, this Pokémon pierces its prey, and then it pecks at them. Although it also consumes berries, it’s a carnivore at heart.
Known as a natural-born warrior, soon after its hatching, it will challenge its parent to a fight in order to gain their acceptance.
Generation VIII
If it spies a strong Pokémon, Rufflet can’t resist challenging it to a battle. But if Rufflet loses, it starts bawling.
A combative Pokémon, it’s ready to pick a fight with anyone. It has talons that can crush hard berries.
Its chick-like looks belie its hotheadedness. It challenges its parents at every opportunity, desperate to prove its strength.
Rufflet Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Rufflet derives from the combination of 'ruff,' referring to the distinctive white plume of feathers that resembles a ruffled collar around its neck and upper body, and 'eaglet,' the diminutive form of eagle that emphasizes its status as a young, developing bird of prey. This nomenclature perfectly encapsulates the Pokémon's visual identity and developmental stage, immediately communicating both its avian nature and youthful status to trainers. The Japanese name Washibon (ワシボン) combines 'washi' (鷲), meaning eagle in Japanese, with 'bon,' a diminutive suffix suggesting youth and immaturity, creating a linguistically equivalent concept that resonates across cultures. Visually, Rufflet draws inspiration from young eagles and hawks, particularly in its aggressive posturing and fierce facial features that betray a warrior's spirit despite its small size. The striking blue coloration and white contrasting patterns evoke the appearance of real-world eagle species while maintaining the vibrant aesthetic sensibility characteristic of Pokémon design. The zigzag pattern on its distinctive forehead feather adds a unique flair that distinguishes it from generic eagle representations, suggesting an element of untamed nature and raw potential waiting to be unleashed.
Learnable Moves
Rufflet can learn 68 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| acrobatics | flying | Physical | 55 | 100 | 15 |
| aerial ace | flying | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| agility | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| air cutter | flying | Special | 60 | 95 | 25 |
| air slash | flying | Special | 75 | 95 | 15 |
| assurance | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 10 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| brave bird | flying | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| bulk up | fighting | Status | — | — | 20 |
| close combat | fighting | Physical | 120 | 100 | 5 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| crush claw | normal | Physical | 75 | 95 | 10 |
| cut | normal | Physical | 50 | 95 | 30 |
| defog | flying | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double edge | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| dual wingbeat | flying | Physical | 40 | 90 | 10 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| feather dance | flying | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| fly | flying | Physical | 90 | 95 | 15 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| fury attack | normal | Physical | 15 | 85 | 20 |
| heat wave | fire | Special | 95 | 90 | 10 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hone claws | dark | Status | — | — | 15 |
| hurricane | flying | Special | 110 | 70 | 10 |
| leer | normal | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| peck | flying | Physical | 35 | 100 | 35 |
| pluck | flying | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| quick attack | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 30 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| retaliate | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| rock slide | rock | Physical | 75 | 90 | 10 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| rock tomb | rock | Physical | 60 | 95 | 15 |
| roost | flying | Status | — | — | 5 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| shadow claw | ghost | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| sky drop | flying | Physical | 60 | 100 | 10 |
| slash | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| steel wing | steel | Physical | 70 | 90 | 25 |
| strength | normal | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| superpower | fighting | Physical | 120 | 100 | 5 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| swift | normal | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| tailwind | flying | Status | — | — | 15 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| thrash | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| twister | dragon | Special | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| u turn | bug | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| whirlwind | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| wing attack | flying | Physical | 60 | 100 | 35 |
| work up | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| zen headbutt | psychic | Physical | 80 | 90 | 15 |
Rufflet Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive Pokémon battling, Rufflet occupies a niche as a physical attacker with several viable ability options that cater to different strategic approaches. Its signature physical movepool, combined with an Attack stat of 83 and access to Keen Eye, Sheer Force, or the hidden ability Hustle, provides competitive players with meaningful choices for constructing effective strategies. Keen Eye prevents opposing Pokémon from reducing Rufflet's accuracy, a defensive utility that protects against common competitive tactics like Intimidate or accuracy-reducing moves, while Sheer Force amplifies physical moves to 1.3× their power at the cost of disabling their secondary effects—a trade that often proves favorable for dedicated sweepers. The hidden ability Hustle presents an aggressive alternative, boosting physical move power to 1.5× damage while reducing accuracy to 0.8×, creating a high-risk, high-reward playstyle suited to aggressive strategies. Rufflet's speed tier of 60 is relatively modest, placing it below many competitive threats, yet its early game presence and ability to set up with moves like Swords Dance can transform it into a formidable sweeper in the hands of skilled trainers. However, its modest defenses (50 Defense and Special Defense) and underwhelming Special Attack of 37 limit its defensive applications and make it vulnerable to priority moves and special attackers. As Rufflet reaches its evolution into Braviary, it gains substantial stat improvements that elevate it to more competitive viability, making it primarily valuable as an early-game momentum tool or specialized niche pick rather than a core competitive threat.
Commonly Asked Questions About Rufflet
What type is Rufflet?
Rufflet is a normal and flying type Pokemon.
What does Rufflet evolve into?
Rufflet evolves into braviary.
What are Rufflet's weaknesses?
Rufflet is weak to rock, electric and ice type moves.
Where can I find Rufflet?
Rufflet can be found in unova victory road (unova), village bridge (unova) and unova route 10 (unova) and 4 other locations.
Rufflet Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Rufflet has achieved notable presence in Pokémon media and competitive communities since its introduction in Generation V, particularly through its role in the animated series where it has appeared in multiple episodes and story arcs. The Pokémon's distinctive design and fierce personality have made it a recognizable character within the franchise, appealing to trainers who appreciate aggressive, combative spirit in their team members. In the Detective Pikachu film, Rufflet appeared as part of the expanded cinematic universe, further embedding the species within popular culture. The anime has explored Rufflet's competitive nature through multiple trainer encounters, showcasing its willingness to challenge opponents far stronger than itself and its dramatic emotional responses to defeat. Competitive players respect Rufflet as a symbol of determination and persistence, embodying the franchise's core philosophy that strength emerges through perseverance and continuous improvement. The species has inspired fan art, merchandise, and community discussions centered on its unique gender ratio and alternative Hisuian evolution, making it a subject of scientific and fictional speculation within the Pokémon community. Rufflet's characteristic cry and aggressive posturing have become instantly recognizable to franchise enthusiasts, contributing to its status as a beloved if not powerhouse Pokémon that represents youthful ambition and untapped potential.
Where to Find Rufflet in Every Pokémon Game
Rufflet's availability varies significantly across different Pokémon games and regions, with its presence determined by the specific game version and release generation. In Generation V games (Black, White, Black 2, and White 2), Rufflet appears as local Pokédex entries #0133 and #0109 respectively, making it a catchable species in these foundational titles. The species continues to appear in later generations, including appearances in the Alola region (Pokémon Sun/Moon and Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon) where it receives local dex entries, as well as significant availability in Pokémon Sword/Shield with local dex number 0281. Legends: Arceus included Rufflet as a capturable species with local dex number 0221, where players can encounter and catch it within the game's unique catching mechanics. More recently, Rufflet appears in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet with local dex number 0365, continuing its presence in contemporary games. The species also appears in DLC content expansions including The Isle of Armor and The Indigo Disk, with local dex entries 0179 and 0032 respectively. Rufflet's consistent availability across multiple generations and regions makes it relatively accessible to trainers seeking to add this determined eaglet to their teams, with a capture rate of 190 indicating reasonable catchability despite its combative nature and tendency to challenge trainers immediately upon encounter.