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Empoleon

Empoleon

WATERSTEEL
HP
84
Atk
86
Def
88
SpA
111
SpD
101
Spe
60
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Weaknesses

  • ELECTRIC2x
  • FIGHTING2x
  • GROUND2x

Best Nature

Modest 24/0/0/32/0/10

Best Moveset

  1. ProtectNORMALStatus25.0%
  2. Flash CannonSTEELSpecial20.2%
  3. Hydro PumpWATERSpecial19.2%
  4. Ice BeamICESpecial11.5%

Best Ability / Item

CompetitiveLeftoversLeftovers

Empoleon technical VGC usage sections

Best Empoleon 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.

    25.00%
  • #2

    Flash Cannon

    STESpecial80 BP

    The user gathers all its light energy and releases it at once. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.

    20.19%
  • #3

    Hydro Pump

    WATSpecial110 BP

    The target is blasted by a huge volume of water launched under great pressure.

    19.23%
  • #4

    Ice Beam

    ICESpecial90 BP

    The target is struck with an icy-cold beam of energy. This may also leave the target frozen.

    11.54%
  • #5

    Surf

    WATSpecial90 BP

    The user attacks everything around it by swamping its surroundings with a giant wave.

    8.65%
  • #6

    Icy Wind

    ICESpecial55 BP

    The user attacks with a gust of chilled air. This also lowers opposing Pokémon's Speed stats.

    6.73%
  • #7

    Vacuum Wave

    FIGSpecial40 BP

    The user whirls its fists to send a wave of pure vacuum at the target. This move always goes first.

    2.88%
  • #8

    Weather Ball

    NORSpecial50 BP

    This move's type and power change depending on the weather at the time the move is used.

    1.92%
  • #9

    Yawn

    NORStatus

    The user lets loose a huge yawn that lulls the target into falling asleep on the next turn.

    1.92%
  • #10

    Helping Hand

    NORStatus

    The user assists an ally by boosting the power of that ally's attack.

    1.92%
  • #11

    Other

    0.02%

Best Empoleon Natures

  • #1

    Modest 24/0/0/32/0/10

    100.00%

Best Empoleon Abilities

  • #1

    Competitive

    Boosts the Pokémon's Sp. Atk stat sharply when its stats are lowered by an opposing Pokémon.

    100.00%

Best Empoleon Items

  • #1
    Leftovers

    Leftovers

    Heals a little HP at the end of each turn.

    46.43%
  • #2
    Chople Berry

    Chople Berry

    Reduces damage from a super effective Fighting-type move by 50%.

    17.86%
  • #3
    Shuca Berry

    Shuca Berry

    Reduces damage taken from a super effective Ground-type move.

    14.29%
  • #4
    Sitrus Berry

    Sitrus Berry

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

    7.14%
  • #5
    Metal Coat

    Metal Coat

    Raises the power of Steel-type moves. Allows Onix and Scyther to evolve when traded.

    3.57%
  • #6
    Mystic Water

    Mystic Water

    Raises the power of Water-type moves.

    3.57%
  • #7
    Focus Sash

    Focus Sash

    Prevents a one-hit knockout.

    3.57%
  • #8
    Scope Lens

    Scope Lens

    Raises chances of getting a critical hit .

    3.57%

Best Empoleon Teammates

  • #1
    sinistchaSinistcha
    GRAGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    15.25%
  • #2
    incineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    13.56%
  • #3
    charizard-mega-xCharizard-mega-x
    FIRDRA
    TeamsBuilder
    13.56%
  • #4
    garchompGarchomp
    DRAGRO
    TeamsBuilder
    11.86%
  • #5
    sneaslerSneasler
    FIGPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    8.47%
  • #6
    farigirafFarigiraf
    NORPSY
    TeamsBuilder
    8.47%
  • #7
    froslass-megaFroslass-mega
    ICEGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    8.47%
  • #8
    rotom-mowRotom-mow
    ELEGRA
    TeamsBuilder
    6.78%
  • #9
    pelipperPelipper
    WATFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    6.78%
  • #10
    sylveonSylveon
    FAI
    TeamsBuilder
    6.78%
  • #11

    Other

    0.02%

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SinistchaSneaslerIncineroarFloette MegaEmpoleonCharizard Mega X
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Charizard Mega YVenusaurGarchompEmpoleonIncineroarFloette Mega
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MimikyuSnorlaxRoseradeEmpoleonHattereneSableye Mega
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FarigirafTorkoalMeganium MegaEmpoleonIncineroarMedicham
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Empoleon?

The best moveset for Empoleon in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Protect, Flash Cannon, Hydro Pump, Ice Beam.

How to counter Empoleon in Champions?

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

What is the best item for Empoleon?

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