Pokémon Sword & Shield: How to Evolve Dreepy/Drakloak into Dragapult?

Pokémon Sword & Shield and Pokémon GO (thinking of spoofing Pokémon GO on Android?) are popular AR-based games with some overlap. The success of Sword & Shield brought in the Gen VIII Pokédex, featuring rare Pokémon like Dreepy, a sought-after Dragon-type. Want to evolve Dreepy into Drakloak or Dragapult? If you're a true fan, don't miss out on this page for top tips.

Click the video below to watch this topic visually.

Part 1: What Is Dreepy & How Rare Is Dreepy in PG?

What Is Dreepy?

Dreepy is a dual-type Ghost Pokémon first introduced in Generation VIII. Its origins trace back to a dragon that was reborn as a ghost. The "Dragon" typing may be inspired by the Olm, a salamander-like creature from Central Europe once believed to be a baby dragon. Dreepy evolves into Drakloak and then Dragapult, with designs influenced by the Diplocaulus and elements like darts, arrows, or missiles.

How Rare Is Dreepy in PG?

If you're looking for Dreepy in Pokémon GO, you likely know how rare it is. In overcast weather, it only has a 1% spawn rate. During heavy fog or thunderstorms, the odds improve slightly to 2%. Still, it won't appear on the map easily - Dreepy is a non-overworld encounter that hides in the shadows.

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Part 2: What Level Does Dreepy/Drakloak Evolve in Pokemon Sword

Drakloak does not require an evolution stone to level up, for it only evolves by game upgrading. To upgrade Pokemon to a Dragapult, you'll have to improve the Dreepy to level 50 first, which is called a Drakloak. Subsequently, the Dreepy will pave its way to evolving into a Dragapult at level 60. Below is the picture for the exact Dreepy evolution level:

Part 3: Where to Find Dreepy In Pokemon Sword and Shield

Requirements:

• Unlock your surf modification for your Rotom Bike. (Can I unlock an iPhone if it is locked?)
• Accomplish Circhester Gym and explore Route 9.

Possible Dreepy location:

In Pokémon Sword and Shield, Dreepy can be found in the Lake of Outrage area within the Wild Area, but only under specific weather conditions. It has a 1% spawn rate during overcast weather and slightly increases to 2% during heavy fog or thunderstorms. Dreepy appears only in random grass encounters (non-overworld), so you won't see it roaming.

You can also find Dreepy or its evolution, Drakloak, in Max Raid Dens in areas like Rolling Fields and Axew’s Eye, especially when using a Wishing Piece. Another reliable method is breeding Drakloak at the Pokémon Nursery to hatch a Dreepy egg. To access Lake of Outrage, you'll need the Rotom Bike upgrade that allows you to surf across water.

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Part 4: How to Get/Catch Dreepy in Pokemon Sword and Shield

As mentioned earlier, weather conditions influence the chances of encountering Dreepy. To improve your odds, you can set the weather to a thunderstorm, which increases the spawn rate. This can be done by changing your Nintendo Switch's date settings—doing so will trigger a storm in Lake of Outrage.

For example, setting the system date to November 1, 2019, will force the area's weather into a rainstorm, doubling your chances of finding Dreepy or Drakloak. In Pokémon Sword, you have at least three ways to catch Dreepy:

• Option 1: If you have the bicycle, head to the Wild Area and surf toward the guide for the exact Dreepy location. Then, have a certain probability of running into it with a red exclamation mark.
• Option 2: Apply effects to the Pokemon Sword and Shield like consumption, freeze, rest, loss of motion, or toxic substance. Next, you can freeze the Pokemon, paralyze, or snooze before tossing your Poke Ball.
• Option 3: While Ultra Balls are great anytime, Dusk Balls may be more efficient around evening time. That means both Ultra Balls and Dusk Balls could be bought in mass with high adequacy rates. With these tools in your hands, you can evolve into a Dragapult by playing your device at short notice. (Android touch screen doesn't work when you're having fun?)

Part 5: How to Evolve Dreepy into Drakloak and Dragapult

5.1 Evolve Dreepy into Drakloak

Evolving Dreepy into its second form, Drakloak, is fairly straightforward—but if you catch it early, you'll have to wait quite a while before it evolves. To get Drakloak, Dreepy must reach level 50. You can level it up through regular battles with wild Pokémon and trainers, or speed up the process by using experience candies.

5.2 Evolve Drakloak into Dragapult

Evolving Drakloak into its final form, Dragapult, is just as simple - it's all about leveling up. Although the level gap between Drakloak and Dragapult is smaller, it can still take some time unless you have plenty of EXP candies from raids. You'll need to train Drakloak to level 60, and once it hits that mark, you'll have a lightning-fast Dragon/Ghost-type ready for battle.

Part 6: How to Evolve Drakloak in Pokemon Sword and Shield

To evolve Drakloak into Dragapult in Pokémon Sword and Shield, you simply need to level it up to level 60. There's no need for special items or conditions - just regular leveling will do. You can gain experience by battling wild Pokémon, defeating trainers, or using EXP candies from Max Raid Battles.

If you've caught Drakloak at a lower level, this might take some time, but using candies can speed up the process significantly. Once it reaches level 60, Drakloak will automatically evolve into Dragapult. This final form is a powerful Dragon/Ghost-type with excellent Speed and Attack stats, making it a strong asset to your team.

Extra: Other Things You Should Know about Pokemon Sword & Shield

Hot Tips:

• Dragon Darts: In Pokémon Sword & Shield (Gen 8), the Dreepy family's signature move is Dragon Darts, a multi-hit attack that strikes the target twice.
• Dragon and Ghost Type Matchups: Dragon and Ghost types, linked to Giratina, are unique because they are super-effective against themselves.
• Dragapult's Launch: In Sword, Dragapult launches Dreepy like supersonic missiles in battle and stores them in its horn holes afterward; in Shield, Dreepy inside Dragapult's horns eagerly launch at Mach speeds.

OK, that's all for today's post. We hope the above will enable you to catch Dreepy easily and learn more about its tips while evolving to a higher level. Finally, please add a comment below if you have any queries. And we all set great store by your feedback.

Hot FAQs:

Q1: Is there a way to catch a higher-level Dreepy or Drakloak?

Yes, Drakloak can be found in Raid Dens or the Lake of Outrage under specific weather, saving you some leveling time.

Q2: Where can I get EXP Candies for faster evolution?

You can earn EXP Candies by participating in Max Raid Battles throughout the Wild Area.

Q3: What's the fastest way to evolve Dreepy?

Use EXP Candies from Max Raid Battles or fight high-level wild Pokémon and trainers to level up quickly.

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