Decidueye Build: Guide & Moveset | Pokemon UNITE

Decidueye is a playable character in Pokemon Unite (Pokemon MOBA). Guide features Decidueye's stats, best items, release date, moveset, build, guide, cost & more!

Decidueye Buffs, Nerfs, & Changes

Decidueye Move Changes (March 14)

Move / Stat	Changes
Spirit Shackle	Changes - Damage dealt to opposing Pokemon increased - Move Upgrade
Nock Nock	Changes - Damage dealt to opposing Pokemon increased

Decidueye Move Changes (February 20)

Move / Stat	Changes
Leaf Storm	Changes - Bugs fixed for the following effects on opposing Pokemon: shoved

Patch Notes: Balance Patch (February 24)

Decidueye Move Changes (January 26)

Move / Stat	Changes
Stats	Fixed Bugs

Patch Notes: Balance Patch (January 26)

Decidueye Move Changes (January 20)

Move / Stat	Changes
Razor Leaf	Changes - Damage has been increased.
Spirit Shackle	Changes - Charging stages have been increased to 3 - Bug fix on the move still inflicting increased damage whether it was charged or not despite the move being cancelled
Leaf Storm	Changes - The range has become wider - Increased effect on enemy Pokemon - Move operational adjustments.
Nock Nock	Changes - Controls Adjusted
Stats	Changes - Recovery effect of Basic Attack after Lv7 has been increased

Patch Notes: Balance Patch (January 20)

Decidueye Balance Changes (December 20th)

Move / Stat	Changes
Leafage	Changes - Damage has been increased from 372 to 428 (About 15%).
Spirit Shackle	Changes - Cooldown has been reduced from 9s to 6s
Leaf Storm	Changes - Cooldown has been reduced from 8s to 6s - Range Increased & Damage has been increased from 605 to 740 (About 23%).

Patch Notes: Balance Patch (December 20)

Decidueye Overview

Decidueye Stats

Offense	(7)
Endurance	(3)
Mobility	(3)
Scoring	(7)
Support	(7)
Total	27

HP, Defense, & Sp. Defense

※ Listed stat values are at level 15

Decidueye Evolution

First ↓	Rowlet
Second (Lv. 5) ↓	Dartrix
Final (Lv. 7)	Decidueye

Decidueye Best Builds

Overview Of Builds

※ Click or tap to swap between different builds

Lane
Top
Moves
Lv. 7	Razor Leaf Summons whirling razor leaves. For a short time after using this move, the user’s Attack and basic attack speed are increased. In addition, the user’s basic attacks can target multiple opposing Pokémon for a short time. Cooldown: 10 seconds
Lv. 8	Shadow Sneak Creates a shadow that takes hold of one opposing Pokémon in the area of effect, dealing damage to it and decreasing its movement speed and Defense for a short time. Also increases the user’s movement speed for a short time. Cooldown: 12 seconds
Held Items
Muscle Band	・Atk +1 (+15) ・Basic Atk Speed +0% (+7.5%) When basic attacks hit, the damage is increased by 1% of the opposing Pokemon's remaining HP.
Scope Lens	・Critical-Hit Rate +0.4% (+6%) ・Critical-Hit Damage 0% (+12%) Increases the damage of basic attack critical hits. The higher the Pokemon's attack, the more the damage increases.
Buddy Barrier	・HP +20 (+600) When the Pokemon uses its Unite Move, that Pokemon and the nearby ally Pokemon with the lowest HP are each granted a shield equal to 20% of their max HP.
Battle Item
Eject Button	・Quickly moves your Pokemon in the designated location. (Cooldown: 70s)

Razor Leaf For Powered-up Attacks

Razor Leaf is a power buff as it not only increases your basic attack & speed, but it also gives you the ability to hit multiple Pokemon at once with your basic attacks - something very unique to Decidueye in Pokemon Unite. This move gives you the opportunity to be both a sniper and a multiple damage-dealer in teamfights.

Shadow Sneak For Damaging Debuffs

Shadow Sneak really packs a punch as not only is it a Sure Hit, but it also debuffs the unfortunate enemy that it hits - slowing them down and lowering their defense in the process. This is great for preventing enemies from escaping, and paired with your onslaught of attacks from Razor Leaf, you're bound to see some quick KO's.

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Top
Moves
Lv. 7	Spirit Shackle Charges power before firing quills in the designated direction. Damage dealt by quills increases the longer power is charged, but movement speed is decreased while charging. If this move hits after power is charged to the maximum, it can stitch the opposing Pokémon’s shadow to the ground. The affected Pokémon receives damage upon moving a set distance from that location, and its movement speed is decreased for a short time. Cooldown: 9 seconds
Lv. 8	Shadow Sneak Creates a shadow that takes hold of one opposing Pokémon in the area of effect, dealing damage to it and decreasing its movement speed and Defense for a short time. Also increases the user’s movement speed for a short time. Cooldown: 12 seconds
Held Items
Muscle Band	・Atk +1 (+15) ・Basic Atk Speed +0% (+7.5%) When basic attacks hit, the damage is increased by 1% of the opposing Pokemon's remaining HP.
Scope Lens	・Critical-Hit Rate +0.4% (+6%) ・Critical-Hit Damage 0% (+12%) Increases the damage of basic attack critical hits. The higher the Pokemon's attack, the more the damage increases.
Score Shield	・HP +15 (+450) While Pokemon is attempting to score a goal, it is granted a shield equal to 5% of its max HP and its goals cannot be interrupted while it is shielded.
Battle Item
Eject Button	・Quickly moves your Pokemon in the designated location. (Cooldown: 70s)

Spirit Shackle For Fully-Charged Hits

Spirit Shackle gives you the option to either attack immediately or charge to a certain degree to deal more damage and slow your enemies down. Either way, this move gives you the option of going easy with quick hits, or more strategic with fully charged hits depending on the situation at hand.

Shadow Sneak For Damaging Debuffs

Shadow Sneak really packs a punch as not only is it a Sure Hit, but it also debuffs the unfortunate enemy that it hits - slowing them down and lowering their defense in the process. Use it to prime your enemy for a quick KO!

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Top
Moves
Lv. 7	Razor Leaf Summons whirling razor leaves. For a short time after using this move, the user’s Attack and basic attack speed are increased. In addition, the user’s basic attacks can target multiple opposing Pokémon for a short time. Cooldown: 10 seconds
Lv. 8	Leaf Storm Creates a tempest of sharp leaves, dealing damage to opposing Pokémon it hits and decreasing their movement speed for a short time. At point-blank range, it also shoves opposing Pokémon it hits. Cooldown: 8 seconds
Held Items
Score Shield	・HP +15 (+450) While Pokemon is attempting to score a goal, it is granted a shield equal to 5% of its max HP and its goals cannot be interrupted while it is shielded.
Buddy Barrier	・HP +20 (+600) When the Pokemon uses its Unite Move, that Pokemon and the nearby ally Pokemon with the lowest HP are each granted a shield equal to 20% of their max HP.
Scope Lens	・Critical-Hit Rate +0.4% (+6%) ・Critical-Hit Damage 0% (+12%) Increases the damage of basic attack critical hits. The higher the Pokemon's attack, the more the damage increases.
Battle Item
Eject Button	・Quickly moves your Pokemon in the designated location. (Cooldown: 70s)

Razor Leaf For Powered-up Attacks

Razor Leaf is a power buff as it not only increases your basic attack & speed, but it also gives you the ability to hit multiple Pokemon at once with your basic attacks - something very unique to Decidueye in Pokemon Unite. This move gives you the opportunity to be both a sniper and a multiple damage-dealer in teamfights.

Leaf Storm For Damaging Crowd Control

Leaf Storm is a great move for both damage-dealing and crowd controlling as it attacks Pokemon in range and can shove them out of the way if you hit them at point-blank range. This move is particularly useful when pushing enemies out of the way to prevent them from scoring or even moving them further away from Wild Boss Pokemon.

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Moves
Lv. 7	Spirit Shackle Charges power before firing quills in the designated direction. Damage dealt by quills increases the longer power is charged, but movement speed is decreased while charging. If this move hits after power is charged to the maximum, it can stitch the opposing Pokémon’s shadow to the ground. The affected Pokémon receives damage upon moving a set distance from that location, and its movement speed is decreased for a short time. Cooldown: 9 seconds
Lv. 8	Leaf Storm Creates a tempest of sharp leaves, dealing damage to opposing Pokémon it hits and decreasing their movement speed for a short time. At point-blank range, it also shoves opposing Pokémon it hits. Cooldown: 8 seconds
Held Items
Muscle Band	・Atk +1 (+15) ・Basic Atk Speed +0% (+7.5%) When basic attacks hit, the damage is increased by 1% of the opposing Pokemon's remaining HP.
Score Shield	・HP +15 (+450) While Pokemon is attempting to score a goal, it is granted a shield equal to 5% of its max HP and its goals cannot be interrupted while it is shielded.
Buddy Barrier	・HP +20 (+600) When the Pokemon uses its Unite Move, that Pokemon and the nearby ally Pokemon with the lowest HP are each granted a shield equal to 20% of their max HP.
Battle Item
Eject Button	・Quickly moves your Pokemon in the designated location. (Cooldown: 70s)

Snipe Enemies With Spirit Shackle

Use Spirit Shackle to steal last hits from the enemy team even from a distance. This move can deal more damage the longer you charge your shot, so make sure you use your environment to your advantage! Use bushes near objectives as a safe hideout while you power up Decidueye's quills to deliver the deadliest blow!

Stir Up Crowds Using Leaf Storm

Use knockback from Leafy Storm to prevent enemies from getting near Decidueye! It not only deals damage to enemies but also slows them down. This move also has a wide range of AoE that can affect multiple Pokemon which is useful when crowds gather to capture team objectives.

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Pure Physical (Neil_Ace) Build

Lane	Bottom
Moves	Leaf Storm Spirit Shackle
Held Items	Muscle Band Buddy Barrier Scope Lens
Battle Item	Eject Button

The Hunter (Ghyst's Build)

Lane	Middle
Moves	Spirit Shackle Leaf Storm
Held Items	Buddy Barrier Focus Band Scope Lens
Battle Item	X Speed or Eject Button

Author's Notes
- Always get to level 7 before going into fights. - Snipe your opponents from a far.

The All Power (JSteel42's Build)

Lane	Top
Moves	Spirit Shackle Leaf Storm
Held Items	Buddy Barrier Muscle Band Choice Specs
Battle Item	Eject Button

Author's Notes
- This will help u carry the team and lead to a bunch of victories

Decidueye - Basics & Advanced Tips

Basic Mechanics

This section has basic tips and tricks that you must know to effectively control Decidueye.Treat this as a supplement to the Beginner's Guide.

Advanced Mechanics

This section is for those looking to up their play with Decidueye. Treat this as a supplement to the Beginner's Guide.

Decidueye Strategy Guide

Decidueye Strengths & Weaknesses

Recommended Lanes

The number of ★ shows the level on a particular route area.

Lane	Route Details
Top	Recommendation level: ★★★ Rowlet's level may be increased quite quickly as the battles in the upper route area are less likely to be as intense as it would be on the lower path. Once it evolve's into Decidueye, it can use its high fighting ability to easily KO opponents who are agressively aiming to score in the goal zones.
Middle	Recommendation level:★★★ The middle lane is the easiest to raise your level that you can almost certainly reach level 7 by the first battle with Drednaw. It can also be used as a tactical position for suprise attacks against the opposing team on either lanes.
Bottom	Recommendation level: ★★ ・ Rowlet has poor early performance. You won't notice much of its offensive power until it reaches it power spike at level 7, so it is a little difficult to gain an advantage on the bottom lane in the beginning. Team battles often occur here so make sure that you pair up with an ally Supporter or Defender when going down this path.

Rowlet (Lv 1~) Strategy

Pick Leafage First

Although Astonish is an equally great offensive move, Leafage is the more certain choice as it deals more damage than the former and can hit several Pokemon at once! Aside from this, it also increases your Attack & attack speed. You may choose to then follow up with Astonish which would both deal damage and slow your opponent's movements, but pay attention to your positioning!

Generally Best To Attack From A Distance

You will find that your endurance is on the lower end, especially at the early stages of the game. Avoid close fights and generally try to keep your distance as you inflict continuous damage on your opponents.

Dartrix (Lv 5~) Strategy

Focus On Farming To Level Up

Rowlet won't have much firepower until it levels up and gets access to stronger moves, so focus on farming Wild Pokemon at the earlier stages of the game and get that much needed EXP.

Moves Get More Powerful From Lv7 Onward

At level 7, you'll get a choice between basic attack buffing Razor Leaf or Spirit Shackle. Your choice will largely depend on the role you want to play in your team. Pick Razor Leaf if you want to aid your teammates in annihilating stacked enemies, and choose Spirit Shackle if you want to be a sniper and aim primarily for objectives.

Adapt Your Build To Your Attack Style

At level 8, you'll get a choice between Leaf Storm & Shadow Sneak. The former lets you deal hits from afar and gives you some CC capabilities as it can shove Pokemon that you hit at point-blank. The latter, although dealing less damage than the former, is a Sure Hit and is very useful in preventing enemies from escaping. Consider adjusting your 2nd move depending on which style you prefer.

Leaf Storm
Lv 8: Leaf Storm Creates a tempest of sharp leaves, dealing damage to opposing Pokémon it hits and decreasing their movement speed for a short time. At point-blank range, it also shoves opposing Pokémon it hits.
Shadow Sneak
Lv 8: Shadow Sneak Creates a shadow that takes hold of one opposing Pokémon in the area of effect, dealing damage to it and decreasing its movement speed and Defense for a short time. Also increases the user’s movement speed for a short time.

Decidueye (Lv 8~) Strategy

Shadow Sneak & Razor Leaf Build

With this build, you'll be able to prevent even the fastest Speedster from escaping! Begin with Shadow Sneak to debuff its movement speed and defense. This move also gives you a speed buff, enabling you to chase after a fleeing opponent. Then follow up with Razor Leaf and fire your enemy with an onslaught of basic attacks. Watch as they quickly get KO-ed before they even get a chance to escape!

Spirit Shackle & Shadow Sneak Build

This build pairs two strong moves together in a lethal combo. Start with Spirit Shackle to charge and aim at an opponent from afar. Then, once they retaliate and try to come near you, quickly follow up with Shadow Sneak for a Sure Hit and to lower their movement speed & defense. This gives you a great set-up for a good chase!

Razor Leaf & Leaf Storm Build

A build that fully utilizes Decidueye's ability to fire attacks at several opponents at once! Start with Razor Leaf to trigger your ability to fire basic attacks toward multiple Pokemon and get a few hits in. Then follow up with Leaf Storm to further the onslaught of damage to the whole stack.

Unite Move: Nock Nock

This move can be quite useful in team fights as it inflicts damage on all enemy Pokemon around you and can even be targeted toward a specific area as you spin around in place! It's proving to be a great ult not only for for stealing the last hit on objectives but also for KO-ing surrounding enemies! What a wipeout! If you're struggling in a fight, consider saving this to try to get the last hit on Zapdos.

Decidueye - Timing Specific Guide

What To Do At Every Stage Of The Game

This section will guide you on which specific Wild Pokemon to target in order, as well as what to do at the start and end of the game. This guide is based exclusively on a jungle build.

10:00~8:50

※ If the central path on your side is in the desert zone, the locations of Ludicolo (3) and Bouffalant (4) will be reversed.

First and foremost, it is recommended taking Leafage as your first skill since this move deals more damage than Astonish. You can move quickly on the Central area by using the Eject Button to go over the wall. KO all the wild Pokémon in the Central Area to reach Level 5 and evolve into Dartix.

8:50~7:00

Dartrix's performance is low until it reaches level 7. When attacking and defending against an opponent, be careful not to over extend because this could get you KO-ed if you're not careful. Make sure to aim for Level 7, where you'll evolve to Decidueye and choose Spirit Shackle as your next skill.

7:00~Until Defeating Drednaw's 1st Appearance

Decidueye can get the last hit from a very long distance with Spirit Shackle. Even if you're outnumbered in a teamfights & can't get close to Drednaw, don't give up and aim for the last hit with Spirit Shackle. Also, try to quickly level up to level 9 to unlock your Unite Move.

After Defeating The 1st Drednaw~Zapdos Fight & Endgame

Decidueye's endurance is quite low, so attacking Zapdos alone might get you KO'd. We recommend attacking with an ally, and try working up to level 13 - at which point Leaf Storm will be upgraded and deal more damage.

Decidueye Counters

Pokemon Decidueye Is Weak Against

Snorlax

Gardevoir

Crustle

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How To Play Against Decidueye

Best Matchups For Decidueye

Pokemon Decidueye Is Strong Against

Blastoise

Charizard

Absol

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Best Teammates For Decidueye

Garchomp

Alolan Ninetales

Zeraora

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Tips When Allied With Decidueye

Decidueye Moves & Unite Move

Basic Attack & Passive

Basic Attack
Range: Long Increases the speed of basic attacks for a short time after one hits. This effect can stack, and with every third activation of this effect, basic attacks become boosted attacks for a short time. These boosted attacks fire more quills, but the damage dealt by each quill is decreased.
Passive
Long Reach Deals increased damage to distant opposing Pokémon

Level 1 or 3 Moves (Choose Order)

Leafage Area Pelts leaves in the designated direction, dealing damage to opposing Pokémon hit by them. For a short time after using this move, the user’s Attack and basic attack speed are increased. Cooldown: 8 seconds Damage: 372

Detailed Move Damage

These are the actual damages of this move without any Held Items equipped.

Lv	Damage
1	417
2	432
3	447
4	464
5	505
6	526

Astonish Sure Hit Deals damage to opposing Pokémon and decreases their movement speed for a short time. Cooldown: 8 seconds Damage: 170

Detailed Move Damage

These are the actual damages of this move without any Held Items equipped.

Lv	Damage
1	160
2	165
3	170
4	175
5	190
6	197
7	222

Level 7 Moves (Choose One)

Razor LeafBuff Summons whirling razor leaves. For a short time after using this move, the user’s Attack and basic attack speed are increased. In addition, the user’s basic attacks can target multiple opposing Pokémon for a short time. Cooldown: 10 seconds Damage: 0

Spirit ShackleRanged Charges power before firing quills in the designated direction. Damage dealt by quills increases the longer power is charged, but movement speed is decreased while charging. If this move hits after power is charged to the maximum, it can stitch the opposing Pokémon’s shadow to the ground. The affected Pokémon receives damage upon moving a set distance from that location, and its movement speed is decreased for a short time. Cooldown: 9 seconds Damage: 2734

Detailed Move Damage

These are the actual damages of this move without any Held Items equipped.

Lv	Damage (Near)	Damage (Far)
7	836	1507
8	881	1589
9	934	1685
10	995	1796
11	1068	1927
12	1154	2082
13	1253	2262
14	1372	2476
15	1515	2734

Level 8 Moves (Choose One)

Leaf StormRanged Creates a tempest of sharp leaves, dealing damage to opposing Pokémon it hits and decreasing their movement speed for a short time. At point-blank range, it also shoves opposing Pokémon it hits. Cooldown: 8 seconds Damage: 605

Detailed Move Damage

These are the actual damages of this move without any Held Items equipped.

Lv	Damage
8	461
9	484
10	510
11	541
12	578
13	620
14	671
15	731

Shadow SneakSure Hit Creates a shadow that takes hold of one opposing Pokémon in the area of effect, dealing damage to it and decreasing its movement speed and Defense for a short time. Also increases the user’s movement speed for a short time. Cooldown: 12 seconds Damage: 360

Detailed Move Damage

These are the actual damages of this move without any Held Items equipped.

Lv	Damage
8	267
9	281
10	296
11	314
12	336
13	361
14	390
15	426

Unite Move (Level 9)

Nock NockRanged Fires quills in the designated direction, dealing damage to opposing Pokémon. The move ends by unleashing a particularly large quill that deals damage to all opposing Pokémon it hits. This move deals increased damage if the opposing Pokémon’s remaining HP is low. While using this move, the user becomes immune to hindrances but is unable to move. Cooldown: 1 seconds Damage: 13498

Detailed Move Damage

These are the actual damages of this move without any Held Items equipped.

Decidueye Skins

Decidueye - Star Cloak Style

Decidueye - Theather Style

Decidueye - Ninja Style

Other Pokemon Of The Same Role

Alolan Ninetales	Cinderace	Cramorant	Decidueye
Delphox	Duraludon	Espeon	Gardevoir
Greninja	Pikachu	Sylveon	Venusaur

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List Of All Pokemon
Venusaur	Charizard	Pikachu
Machamp	Gengar	Snorlax
Lucario	Talonflame	Alolan Ninetales
Mr. Mime	Absol	Garchomp
Crustle	Cinderace	Eldegoss
Greninja	Slowbro	Wigglytuff
Cramorant	Zeraora	Gardevoir
Blissey	Blastoise	Mamoswine
Sylveon	Greedent	Decidueye
Tsareena	Dragonite	Trevenant
Aegislash	Hoopa	Duraludon
Azumarill	Espeon	Delphox
Glaceon	Tyranitar	Buzzwole
Mew	Dodrio	Scizor
Clefable	Zoroark	Sableye

Items

All Held Items
Leftovers	Muscle Band	Shell Bell
Focus Band	Score Shield	Sp. Atk Specs
Attack Weight	Aeos Cookie	Scope Lens
Exp. Share	Rocky Helmet	Assault Vest
Float Stone	Wise Glasses	Buddy Barrier
Energy Amplifier	Razor Claw	Choice Specs
Weakness Policy	-	-

List Of All Battle Items

All Battle Items
Eject Button	Potion	X-Attack
X-Speed	Full Heal	Goal-Getter
Fluffy Tail	Slow Smoke	-