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Barbaracle

Barbaracle

ROCKWATER
HP
72
Atk
105
Def
115
SpA
54
SpD
86
Spe
68
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Weaknesses

  • GRASS4x
  • ELECTRIC2x
  • FIGHTING2x
  • GROUND2x

Best Nature

Brave 32/32/0/0/2/0

Best Moveset

  1. ProtectNORMALStatus14.8%
  2. Aqua CutterWATERPhysical11.4%
  3. Rock SlideROCKPhysical11.0%
  4. Shell SmashNORMALStatus10.4%

Best Ability / Item

Tough ClawsScope LensScope Lens

Barbaracle technical VGC usage sections

Best Barbaracle Moves

  • #1

    Protect

    NORStatus

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

    14.84%
  • #2

    Aqua Cutter

    WATPhysical70 BP

    The user expels pressurized water to cut at the target like a blade. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.

    11.45%
  • #3

    Rock Slide

    ROCPhysical75 BP

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

    11.04%
  • #4

    Shell Smash

    NORStatus

    The user breaks its shell, which lowers its Defense and Sp. Def stats but sharply boosts its Attack, Sp. Atk, and Speed stats.

    10.36%
  • #5

    Stone Edge

    ROCPhysical100 BP

    The user stabs the target with sharpened stones. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.

    10.21%
  • #6

    Liquidation

    WATPhysical85 BP

    The user slams into the target using a full-force blast of water. This may also lower the target's Defense stat.

    9.90%
  • #7

    Cross Chop

    FIGPhysical100 BP

    The user delivers a double chop with its forearms crossed. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.

    9.38%
  • #8

    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.

    7.01%
  • #9

    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.

    2.42%
  • #10

    Waterfall

    WATPhysical80 BP

    The user charges at the target and may make it flinch.

    1.42%
  • #11

    Other

    11.97%

Best Barbaracle Natures

  • #1

    Brave 32/32/0/0/2/0

    24.44%
  • #2

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

    13.03%
  • #3

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

    8.48%
  • #4

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

    5.23%
  • #5

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

    5.21%
  • #6

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

    2.47%
  • #7

    Adamant 2/32/0/0/6/26

    1.99%
  • #8

    Adamant 24/18/2/0/20/2

    1.81%
  • #9

    Naughty 32/32/0/0/2/0

    1.40%
  • #10

    Hardy 24/32/0/0/10/0

    1.40%
  • #11

    Other

    34.54%

Best Barbaracle Abilities

  • #1

    Tough Claws

    Powers up moves that make direct contact.

    53.83%
  • #2

    Sniper

    Powers up moves if they become critical hits when attacking.

    44.87%
  • #3

    Pickpocket

    The Pokémon steals the held item from attackers that made direct contact with it.

    1.30%

Best Barbaracle Items

  • #1
    Scope Lens

    Scope Lens

    Raises chances of getting a critical hit .

    39.62%
  • #2
    White Herb

    White Herb

    Raises a lowered stat.

    23.82%
  • #3
    Focus Sash

    Focus Sash

    Prevents a one-hit knockout.

    15.34%
  • #4
    Life Orb

    Life Orb

    Raises the power of moves, but causes recoil damage.

    4.86%
  • #5
    Choice Scarf

    Choice Scarf

    Raises user's Speed , but they can only use one move.

    4.59%
  • #6
    Expert Belt

    Expert Belt

    Increases the power of super effective moves.

    2.43%
  • #7
    Rindo Berry

    Rindo Berry

    Reduces damage from a super effective Grass-type move.

    2.27%
  • #8
    Sitrus Berry

    Sitrus Berry

    Restores 30 HP in Generation III . Restores ¼ of maximum HP from Generation IV onwards.

    1.74%
  • #9
    Wide Lens

    Wide Lens

    Boosts accuracy of holder by an 110%.

    1.06%
  • #10
    Hard Stone

    Hard Stone

    Raises the power of Rock-type moves.

    0.84%
  • #11

    Other

    3.43%

Best Barbaracle Teammates

  • #1
    FarigirafFarigiraf
    NORPSY
    TeamsBuilder
    9.15%
  • #2
    SinistchaSinistcha
    GRAGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    6.28%
  • #3
    SylveonSylveon
    FAI
    TeamsBuilder
    5.94%
  • #4
    Camerupt-MegaCamerupt-Mega
    FIRGRO
    TeamsBuilder
    5.88%
  • #5
    AnnihilapeAnnihilape
    FIGGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    5.24%
  • #6
    HydrappleHydrapple
    GRADRA
    TeamsBuilder
    3.97%
  • #7
    WhimsicottWhimsicott
    GRAFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    3.31%
  • #8
    Tyranitar-MegaTyranitar-Mega
    ROCDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    2.90%
  • #9
    IncineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    2.72%
  • #10
    PelipperPelipper
    WATFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    2.71%
  • #11

    Other

    51.90%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Barbaracle?

The best moveset for Barbaracle in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Protect, Aqua Cutter, Rock Slide, Shell Smash.

How to counter Barbaracle in Champions?

In the Pokémon Champions meta, Barbaracle can be countered by exploiting its weaknesses (grass 4x, electric 2x, fighting 2x, ground 2x) and using effective check/counter teams.

What is the best item for Barbaracle?

The best item for Barbaracle is typically Scope Lens, based on high-level tournament and ladder stats.