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The Bug/Fire-type Larvesta and Volcarona first appeared in Generation 5's Pokemon Black/White, where trainers could obtain one by hatching an Egg. With each new generation, it became possible to catch Larvesta in the wild, and this holds true for Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet.
Larvesta is known for having the latest evolution level out of all Bug types, which is unusual for most Bug-type Pokemon like Caterpie, which evolve at relatively early levels. Fortunately, some Scarlet/Violet players may find it easier to level up and evolve the Bug/Fire-type Pokemon than they would have in previous generations.
Where to Find Larvesta in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Larvesta can be found anywhere in the Asado Desert near Cascarrafa and Port Marinada. While they can be seen crawling along the sand, players can also find them on top of the mesas.
These Larvesta can only be reached if Koraidon/Miraidon has the ability to climb walls, which unlocks after getting the last Herba Mystica with Arven. When looking for Larvesta, Scarlet/Violet players will want to be around level 26. To make catching Larvesta easier, trainers should also have 2-3 gym badges.
As a Bug/Fire-type Pokemon, Larvesta has quite a few weaknesses. When battling it, use a Quick Ball on the first turn, or use moves that target its resistances (i.e., Ice, Bug) to slowly get its HP down to yellow or red. It shouldn't be too difficult to catch if players are at the appropriate level.
Larvesta can also be found in 3-Star Tera Raids. A Terastallized Larvesta may have a Tera Typing that's different from its primary (Bug) and second-typing (Fire). So, if this is a problem for Scarlet/Violet players, then they should stick to catching the Larvestas in Asado Desert. Remember that a Pokemon can change its Tera Typing at the Treasure Eatery in Medali in exchange for 50 Tera Shards of the desired Typing.
How to Evolve Larvesta into Volcarona
The next step is evolving Larvesta into Volcarona. Larvesta will evolve at level 59. The quickest way to level up is to feed it Exp. Candies, particularly Exp. Candy L or Exp. Candy M. These can be farmed by winning 4-Star Tera Raids.
As Volcarona, it shares the following type effectiveness and gains a stronger base stat spread:
Strong against (deals x2 or more damage to these Types with the right moves) | Psychic, Grass, Dark, Bug, Ice, Steel |
|---|---|
Weak against (takes x2 or more damage from these Types) | Rock (x4 damage), Water, Flying |
Resistances (takes half or less damage from these Types) | Fairy, Ice, Steel, Bug, Grass (1/4 damage), Fighting |
Immunities (cannot be damaged by these Types) | N/A |
Stat | Base Number | Total |
|---|---|---|
HP | 85 | 550 |
Attack | 60 | |
Special Attack | 135 | |
Defense | 60 | |
Special Defense | 105 | |
Speed | 100 |
The best Nature for Larvesta and Volcarona is Timid (+Spd, -Attk) or Modest (+Sp. Attk, -Attk) since Volcarona's better moves that it learns via leveling up or TM, are Special Moves. Avoid pitting it against Pokemon with Rock-type moves, as Larvesta/Volcarona is extremely weak to Rock-type Pokemon.
Evolving Larvesta takes a lot of time and patience, but its impressive Special Attack and Speed make it a swift, hard-hitting addition to the team.
Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet are available now on Nintendo Switch.