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Absol

Absol

DARK
HP
65
Atk
130
Def
60
SpA
75
SpD
60
Spe
75
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Weaknesses

  • BUG2x
  • FAIRY2x
  • FIGHTING2x

Best Nature

Adamant 2/32/0/0/0/32

Best Moveset

  1. Knock OffDARKPhysical18.8%
  2. ProtectNORMALStatus18.8%
  3. Sucker PunchDARKPhysical12.5%
  4. Swords DanceNORMALStatus12.5%

Best Ability / Item

Super LuckAbsoliteAbsolite

Absol technical VGC usage sections

Best Absol Moves

  • #1

    Knock Off

    DARPhysical65 BP

    The user slaps down the target's held item, making it unusable for that battle. This move does more damage if the target has a held item.

    18.75%
  • #2

    Protect

    NORStatus

    This move enables the user to protect itself from all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

    18.75%
  • #3

    Sucker Punch

    DARPhysical70 BP

    This move enables the user to attack first. This move fails if the target is not readying an attack.

    12.50%
  • #4

    Swords Dance

    NORStatus

    A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. This sharply boosts the user's Attack stat.

    12.50%
  • #5

    Night Slash

    DARPhysical70 BP

    The user slashes the target the instant an opportunity arises. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.

    6.25%
  • #6

    Psycho Cut

    PSYPhysical70 BP

    The user tears at the target with blades formed by psychic power. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.

    6.25%
  • #7

    Play Rough

    FAIPhysical90 BP

    The user attacks by playing rough with the target. This may also lower the target's Attack stat.

    6.25%
  • #8

    Dark Pulse

    DARSpecial80 BP

    The user releases a horrible aura imbued with ill intent. This may also make the target flinch.

    6.25%
  • #9

    Close Combat

    FIGPhysical120 BP

    The user fights the target up close, inflicting damage without guarding itself. This also lowers the user's Defense and Sp. Def stats.

    6.25%
  • #10

    Rock Slide

    ROCPhysical75 BP

    Large boulders are hurled at opposing Pokémon to inflict damage. This may also make the opposing Pokémon flinch.

    6.25%

Best Absol Natures

  • #1

    Adamant 2/32/0/0/0/32

    50.00%
  • #2

    Naive 0/27/0/9/0/30

    25.00%
  • #3

    Jolly 2/32/0/0/0/32

    25.00%

Best Absol Abilities

  • #1

    Super Luck

    The Pokémon is so lucky that the critical-hit ratios of its moves are boosted.

    75.00%
  • #2

    Magic Bounce

    25.00%

Best Absol Items

  • #1
    Absolite

    Absolite

    Allows Absol to Mega Evolve into Mega Absol.

    40.00%
  • #2
    Focus Sash

    Focus Sash

    Prevents a one-hit knockout.

    40.00%
  • #3
    Scope Lens

    Scope Lens

    Raises chances of getting a critical hit .

    20.00%

Best Absol Teammates

  • #1
    garchompGarchomp
    DRAGRO
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    14.29%
  • #2
    corviknightCorviknight
    FLYSTE
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    14.29%
  • #3
    whimsicottWhimsicott
    GRAFAI
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    14.29%
  • #4
    sinistchaSinistcha
    GRAGHO
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    14.29%
  • #5
    froslassFroslass
    ICEGHO
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    7.14%
  • #6
    arcanineArcanine
    FIR
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    7.14%
  • #7
    vivillonVivillon
    BUGFLY
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    7.14%
  • #8
    clefable-megaClefable-mega
    FAIFLY
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    7.14%
  • #9
    palafinPalafin
    WAT
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    7.14%
  • #10
    kangaskhan-megaKangaskhan-mega
    NOR
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    7.14%

Teams with Absol

AbsolGarchompCorviknightDragoniteSinistchaDelphox Mega
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Absol MegaWhimsicottArchaludonDragapultSinistchaPelipper
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VivillonClefable MegaPalafinKangaskhan MegaAbsolWyrdeer
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AbsolGarchompCorviknightFroslassArcanineWhimsicott
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Absol?

The best moveset for Absol in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Knock Off, Protect, Sucker Punch, Swords Dance.

How to counter Absol in Champions?

In the Pokémon Champions meta, Absol can be countered by exploiting its weaknesses (bug 2x, fairy 2x, fighting 2x) and using effective check/counter teams.

What is the best item for Absol?

The best item for Absol is typically Absolite, based on high-level tournament and ladder stats.