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Ambipom

Ambipom

NORMAL
HP
75
Atk
100
Def
66
SpA
60
SpD
66
Spe
115
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Weaknesses

  • FIGHTING2x

Best Nature

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

Best Moveset

  1. Fake OutNORMALPhysical24.0%
  2. Triple AxelICEPhysical18.8%
  3. Knock OffDARKPhysical15.2%
  4. Double-EdgeNORMALPhysical10.8%

Best Ability / Item

TechnicianSilk ScarfSilk Scarf

Ambipom technical VGC usage sections

Top Moves

  • #1

    Fake Out

    NORPhysical40 BP

    This attack hits first and makes the target flinch. It works only on the first turn each time the user enters battle.

    24.00%
  • #2

    Triple Axel

    ICEPhysical20 BP

    A consecutive three-kick attack that becomes more powerful with each successful hit.

    18.84%
  • #3

    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.

    15.17%
  • #4

    Double-Edge

    NORPhysical120 BP

    A reckless life-risking tackle in which the user rushes the target. This also damages the user quite a lot.

    10.79%
  • #5

    U-turn

    BUGPhysical70 BP

    After making its attack, the user rushes back to switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.

    6.95%
  • #6

    Protect

    NORStatus

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

    4.80%
  • #7

    Double Hit

    NORPhysical35 BP

    The user slams the target with a tail or the like. The target is hit twice in a row.

    4.13%
  • #8

    Trailblaze

    GRAPhysical50 BP

    The user attacks suddenly as if leaping out from tall grass. The user's nimble footwork boosts its Speed stat.

    3.79%
  • #9

    Taunt

    DARStatus

    The target is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for three turns.

    1.51%
  • #10

    Quick Guard

    FIGStatus

    The user protects itself and its allies from priority moves.

    1.51%
  • #11

    Other

    8.51%

Top Natures

  • #1

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

    58.76%
  • #2

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

    14.34%
  • #3

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

    6.03%
  • #4

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

    4.58%
  • #5

    Hardy 2/32/0/0/0/32

    4.32%
  • #6

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

    3.85%
  • #7

    Jolly 3/32/0/0/0/31

    3.66%
  • #8

    Hasty 32/2/0/0/0/32

    3.11%
  • #9

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

    0.62%
  • #10

    Jolly 0/32/0/0/4/30

    0.36%
  • #11

    Other

    0.37%

Top Abilities

  • #1

    Technician

    Powers up weak moves so the Pokémon can deal more damage with them.

    100.00%

Top Items

  • #1
    Silk Scarf

    Silk Scarf

    Held: Normal-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.

    38.71%
  • #2
    Leftovers

    Leftovers

    Held: Restores 1/16 (6.25%) holder’s max HP at the end of each turn.

    30.69%
  • #3
    Life Orb

    Life Orb

    Held: Holder’s moves inflict 30% extra damage, but cost 10% max HP.

    19.12%
  • #4
    Wide Lens

    Wide Lens

    Held: Provides a 1/10 (10%) boost in accuracy to the holder.

    8.71%
  • #5
    Focus Sash

    Focus Sash

    Held: Holder survives any single-hit attack at 1 HP if at max HP, then the item is consumed.

    2.76%
  • #6
    Choice Scarf

    Choice Scarf

    Held: Increases Speed by 50%, but restricts the holder to only one move.

    0.00%
  • #7
    Expert Belt

    Expert Belt

    Held: Holder’s Super Effective moves do 20% extra damage.

    0.00%

Top Teammates

  • #1
    Zoroark-HisuiZoroark-Hisui
    NORGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    15.54%
  • #2
    WhimsicottWhimsicott
    GRAFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    9.40%
  • #3
    SerperiorSerperior
    GRA
    TeamsBuilder
    8.33%
  • #4
    Rotom-WashRotom-Wash
    ELEWAT
    TeamsBuilder
    8.33%
  • #5
    IncineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    7.71%
  • #6
    DragoniteDragonite
    DRAFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    7.11%
  • #7
    AnnihilapeAnnihilape
    FIGGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    5.72%
  • #8
    InfernapeInfernape
    FIRFIG
    TeamsBuilder
    5.71%
  • #9
    PrimarinaPrimarina
    WATFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    5.56%
  • #10
    GyaradosGyarados
    WATFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    5.40%
  • #11

    Other

    21.19%
Meta Discussion

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How to use Ambipom in the current VGC format?

**To use Ambipom effectively in the current VGC format, leverage its Normal type typing and build around its top-performing movesets.** Ambipom appears as a prominent choice in the current Pokémon Champions format, with usage data pulled from competitive teams, tournament results and Showdown-ready pastes tracked by MetaVGC. This page brings together its most common moveset, nature, ability, item, teammates and type weaknesses so you can judge where Ambipom fits in a VGC team.

The most common build highlights Technician, Silk Scarf and Jolly 2/32/0/0/0/32. Its frequent moves include Fake Out, Triple Axel, Knock Off, Double-Edge, U-turn, and Protect. Treat those choices as a data-backed starting point: they show what players are bringing, while EV spreads, Tera Type and the final move slot should still respond to your expected matchups.

Defensively, Ambipom has important weaknesses to fighting 2x. That matters during teambuilding because a strong composition needs ways to cover those attacks without giving up offensive pressure. Partners such as Zoroark-Hisui, Whimsicott, Serperior, Rotom-Wash, and Incineroar appear often because they can add positioning, type coverage, speed control or safer switches into common checks.

MetaVGC tracks recent teams using Ambipom. Open the Ambipom teams page to compare complete structures, copy Showdown pastes and see how players combine Ambipom with other Pokémon in the active format.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ambipom in VGC

What is the best moveset for Ambipom?

The best moveset for Ambipom in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Fake Out, Triple Axel, Knock Off, Double-Edge.

How to counter Ambipom in Champions?

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

What is the best item for Ambipom?

The best item for Ambipom is typically Silk Scarf, based on high-level tournament and ladder stats.

Where does the competitive VGC data for Ambipom come from?

Usage statistics and battle data compiled from Pokémon Showdown usage reports and official Play! Pokémon VGC tournament results.

External sources cited: Pokémon Showdown | Play! Pokémon