Build the Best Quaquaval in Scarlet & Violet

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Alright, so you've got your hands on Quaquaval, or you're planning to get one? Awesome choice! This water bird is a real powerhouse, especially when you set it up right for those tough Tera Raids. Think of me as your buddy here, guiding you through how to make Quaquaval absolutely shine in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.

First things first, how do you even get this feathery fighter? You'll either pick Quaxly as your starter or trade with a friend. Once you have your Quaxly, it'll evolve into Quaxwell at level 16, and then into the mighty Quaquaval at level 36. Don't worry about holding back on leveling; you can level it up as much as you want without messing up its best build.

Quaquaval Build For Tera Raids

When you're ready to make Quaquaval a raid-battling beast, you'll want to give it the Focus Sash to hold. This little gem helps it survive a hit it might otherwise not, and you can snag it from the Delibird Presents shop in Mesagoza once you've collected four gym badges. Trust me, it makes a huge difference.

Now, for the moveset that'll make your opponents tremble:

Aqua Step
Close Combat
Aqua Jet
Swords Dance

If you want a bit more type coverage, you can swap out Aqua Jet for Ice Spinner. It’s super effective against Dragon, Ground, Grass, and Flying-types, which can be a lifesaver.

Getting these moves is pretty straightforward. Aqua Jet is learned early by Quaxly at level 13. Aqua Step comes naturally when Quaquaval evolves at level 36, and Close Combat will be learned at level 58. So, you'll have most of them by the time you're ready for serious raiding.

The game plan here is simple but effective: use Swords Dance to seriously boost your Attack stat. Then, depending on your opponent's type, hit them hard with either Aqua Step or Close Combat. If you're facing something faster than you, Aqua Jet is your go-to for a quick, powerful hit.

How to Teach Quaquaval Swords Dance

To get Swords Dance onto Quaquaval, you'll need to either find its TM or craft it using the TM Machine. If you're crafting it, you'll need these materials:

3x Zangoose Claw
3x Scyther Claw
3x Gible Scales

You can find the TM for Swords Dance in a couple of spots:

North Providence Area One
North Providence Area Three

Just a heads-up, these areas are pretty high-level, so you might not be able to grab these TMs until you're further along in the game.

How to Teach Quaquaval Ice Spinner

For Ice Spinner, you've got a couple of options too. You can find it during your journey, or craft it at the TM Machine. To craft it, you'll need: