While many fan-favorite Gen 8 Pokemon were excluded fromPokemon Scarlet & Violet,Chewtle and Drednaw managed to make the cut. Known as the Snapping Pokemon and the Bite Pokemon respectively, these two turtle-based Pokemon make a great addition to any team.
As far as stats go, Drednaw is a strong Pokemon in terms of Attack, Defense, and HP. It hasa very strong typing in Water/Rock, making it resistant to Normal-, Flying-, Poison-, Fire-, and Ice-type moves. For players looking to add Drednaw to their team, here’s how to find it inPokemon Scarlet & Violet.
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Where To Find Chewtle in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet
As its Pokedex entry states, Chewtle is most often found in and around bodies of water inPokemon Scarlet & Violet, though rarely in beach areas. Many of the areas in which Chewtle can be found are accessible very early in game, so players can get their hands ona great Water/Rock-typein the beginning of their journey. Chewtle can be found in the following locations:
How To Evolve Chewtle in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet
To evolve a Chewtle into its final form, Drednaw, players must get the Snapping Pokemon to Level 22. This shouldn’t be difficult,as EXP Share cannot be turned offinPokemon Scarlet & Violet. Players can also use Rare Candies to bulk up Chewtle to Level 22, but keeping Chewtle in the party while auto-battling, in Gym Battles, or Trainer Battles will have the same effect.
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Where To Find Drednaw in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet
A fully-evolved Drednaw can be slightly more difficult to find than a Chewtle, though not significantly. It can be worthwhile for players to acquire a fully-evolved Drednaw over a Chewtle, as their stats will be more fully developed, and they’ll already have some optimized moves.Drednaw is a fantastic Water/Rock-type, and they can be found in the following locations:
