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Dragonite

DRAGONFLYING
HP
91
Atk
134
Def
95
SpA
100
SpD
100
Spe
80
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Weaknesses

  • ICE4x
  • DRAGON2x
  • FAIRY2x
  • ROCK2x

Best Nature

Modest 2/0/0/32/0/32

Best Moveset

  1. ProtectNORMALStatus23.3%
  2. Dragon PulseDRAGONSpecial12.9%
  3. TailwindFLYINGStatus12.0%
  4. Extreme SpeedNORMALPhysical11.2%

Best Ability / Item

MultiscaleDragoniniteDragoninite

Dragonite technical VGC usage sections

Best Dragonite 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.

    23.34%
  • #2

    Dragon Pulse

    DRASpecial85 BP

    The target is attacked with a shock wave generated by the user's gaping mouth.

    12.90%
  • #3

    Tailwind

    FLYStatus

    The user whips up a turbulent whirlwind that boosts the Speed stats of itself and its allies for four turns.

    12.00%
  • #4

    Extreme Speed

    NORPhysical80 BP

    The user charges the target at blinding speed. This move always goes first.

    11.19%
  • #5

    Hurricane

    FLYSpecial110 BP

    The user attacks by wrapping its opponent in a fierce wind. This may also confuse the target.

    10.29%
  • #6

    Dragon Claw

    DRAPhysical80 BP

    The user slashes the target with huge, sharp claws to inflict damage.

    7.18%
  • #7

    Draco Meteor

    DRASpecial130 BP

    Comets are summoned down from the sky onto the target. The recoil from this move harshly lowers the user’s Sp. Atk stat.

    6.68%
  • #8

    Thunderbolt

    ELESpecial90 BP

    The user attacks the target with a strong electric blast. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

    5.67%
  • #9

    Low Kick

    FIGPhysical

    A powerful low kick that makes the target fall over. The heavier the target, the greater the move's power.

    5.47%
  • #10

    Flamethrower

    FIRSpecial90 BP

    The target is scorched with an intense blast of fire. This may also leave the target with a burn.

    5.27%

Best Dragonite Natures

  • #1

    Modest 2/0/0/32/0/32

    67.88%
  • #2

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

    31.25%
  • #3

    Timid 2/0/0/32/0/32

    0.35%
  • #4

    Jolly 1/32/0/0/1/32

    0.17%
  • #5

    Modest 18/0/0/19/17/12

    0.17%
  • #6

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

    0.17%

Best Dragonite Abilities

  • #1

    Multiscale

    Reduces the amount of damage the Pokémon takes while its HP is full.

    97.22%
  • #2

    Inner Focus

    The Pokémon's intense focus prevents it from flinching or being affected by Intimidate.

    2.78%

Best Dragonite Items

  • #1
    Dragoninite

    Dragoninite

    Allows Dragonite to Mega Evolve into Mega Dragonite.

    81.83%
  • #2
    Dragon Fang

    Dragon Fang

    Raises the power of Dragon-type moves.

    13.29%
  • #3
    Lum Berry

    Lum Berry

    Cures any status condition .

    1.87%
  • #4
    Leftovers

    Leftovers

    Heals a little HP at the end of each turn.

    0.93%
  • #5
    Focus Sash

    Focus Sash

    Prevents a one-hit knockout.

    0.42%
  • #6
    Roseli Berry

    Roseli Berry

    Reduces damage from a super effective Fairy-type move.

    0.42%
  • #7
    White Herb

    White Herb

    Raises a lowered stat.

    0.42%
  • #8
    Life Orb

    Life Orb

    Raises the power of moves, but causes recoil damage.

    0.31%
  • #9
    Sitrus Berry

    Sitrus Berry

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

    0.31%
  • #10
    Choice Scarf

    Choice Scarf

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

    0.21%

Best Dragonite Teammates

  • #1
    basculegion-maleBasculegion-male
    WATGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    19.14%
  • #2
    sneaslerSneasler
    FIGPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    13.65%
  • #3
    archaludonArchaludon
    STEDRA
    TeamsBuilder
    12.84%
  • #4
    kingambitKingambit
    DARSTE
    TeamsBuilder
    12.78%
  • #5
    pelipperPelipper
    WATFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    11.32%
  • #6
    incineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    9.74%
  • #7
    garchompGarchomp
    DRAGRO
    TeamsBuilder
    6.18%
  • #8
    scizor-megaScizor-mega
    BUGSTE
    TeamsBuilder
    5.78%
  • #9
    whimsicottWhimsicott
    GRAFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    4.38%
  • #10
    sinistchaSinistcha
    GRAGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    4.20%

Teams with Dragonite

Dragonite MegaBasculegion-MScizor MegaArchaludonPelipperIncineroar
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ArchaludonPelipperSableyeBasculegion-MDragonite MegaSinistcha
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KingambitFloette MegaSneaslerDragoniteIncineroarSinistcha
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Dragonite MegaArchaludonGarchompHydreigonKommo-ODragapult
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Metagross MegaCeruledgeNinetales-AlolaMiloticDragoniteVenusaur Mega
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Gengar MegaIncineroarSinistchaDragoniteSnorlaxNinetales-Alola
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IncineroarKingambitSneaslerFloette MegaSinistchaDragonite
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IncineroarSneaslerDragoniteKingambitGengar MegaNinetales-Alola
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Floette MegaSneaslerIncineroarKingambitDragonitePalafin
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Dragonite MegaGholdengoClefableEspathraBasculegion-MLopunny Mega
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Dragonite Overview & Strategy

Dragonite is a classic bulky physical attacker in VGC that also functions as a utility Tailwind setter. It leverages its Multiscale ability to survive powerful attacks, set up speed control for its team safely, and threaten opposing teams with high physical damage from moves like Extreme Speed, Outrage, or Earthquake.

Best Teammates for Dragonite

Dragonite works well with redirection support (like Clefairy) to maintain its Multiscale, and Tailwind setters (like Whimsicott) to overcome its moderate Speed.

Dragonite Counters & Checks

Defeating base Dragonite involves using Ice-type physical sweepers like Weavile to strike its 4x weakness.

Aegislash also counters it by using King's Shield to drop its Attack on contact and resisting its Dragon/Normal moves.

Guides featuring Dragonite

Battle mechanics
Dragonite

Mega Dragonite Guide for Pokémon Champions

May 31, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Dragonite?

The best moveset for Dragonite in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Protect, Dragon Pulse, Tailwind, Extreme Speed.

How to counter Dragonite in Champions?

In the Pokémon Champions meta, Dragonite can be countered by exploiting its weaknesses (ice 4x, dragon 2x, fairy 2x, rock 2x) and using effective check/counter teams.

What is the best item for Dragonite?

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