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Espathra

Espathra

PSYCHIC
HP
95
Atk
60
Def
60
SpA
101
SpD
60
Spe
105
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Weaknesses

  • BUG2x
  • DARK2x
  • GHOST2x

Best Nature

Timid 32/0/9/0/6/19

Best Moveset

  1. ProtectNORMALStatus24.8%
  2. Lumina CrashPSYCHICSpecial24.8%
  3. Calm MindPSYCHICStatus22.1%
  4. Baton PassNORMALStatus22.1%

Best Ability / Item

Speed BoostSitrus BerrySitrus Berry

Espathra technical VGC usage sections

Best Espathra 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.

    24.80%
  • #2

    Lumina Crash

    PSYSpecial80 BP

    The user attacks by unleashing a peculiar light that even affects the mind. This also harshly lowers the target's Sp. Def stat.

    24.80%
  • #3

    Calm Mind

    PSYStatus

    The user quietly focuses its mind and calms its spirit to boost its Sp. Atk and Sp. Def stats.

    22.05%
  • #4

    Baton Pass

    NORStatus

    The user switches places with a party Pokémon in waiting and passes along any stat changes.

    22.05%
  • #5

    Dazzling Gleam

    FAISpecial80 BP

    The user damages opposing Pokémon by emitting a powerful flash.

    2.36%
  • #6

    Skill Swap

    PSYStatus

    The user employs its psychic power to exchange Abilities with the target.

    1.97%
  • #7

    Reflect

    PSYStatus

    A wondrous wall of light is put up to reduce damage from physical moves for five turns.

    0.79%
  • #8

    Light Screen

    PSYStatus

    A wondrous wall of light is put up to reduce damage from special moves for five turns.

    0.39%
  • #9

    Pounce

    BUGPhysical50 BP

    The user attacks by pouncing on the target. This also lowers the target's Speed stat.

    0.39%
  • #10

    Stored Power

    PSYSpecial20 BP

    The user attacks the target with stored power. The more the user's stats are boosted, the greater the move's power.

    0.39%

Best Espathra Natures

  • #1

    Timid 32/0/9/0/6/19

    100.00%

Best Espathra Abilities

  • #1

    Speed Boost

    The Pokémon's Speed stat is boosted every turn.

    100.00%

Best Espathra Items

  • #1
    Sitrus Berry

    Sitrus Berry

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

    42.19%
  • #2
    Colbur Berry

    Colbur Berry

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

    31.25%
  • #3
    Focus Sash

    Focus Sash

    Prevents a one-hit knockout.

    10.94%
  • #4
    Mental Herb

    Mental Herb

    Prevents attraction. Consumed after use.

    9.38%
  • #5
    Kasib Berry

    Kasib Berry

    Lowers effectiveness of a super effective Ghost-type move.

    4.69%
  • #6
    Twisted Spoon

    Twisted Spoon

    Raises the power of Psychic-type moves. Note: Formatted as TwistedSpoon prior to Generation VI .

    1.56%

Best Espathra Teammates

  • #1
    archaludonArchaludon
    STEDRA
    TeamsBuilder
    20.00%
  • #2
    politoedPolitoed
    WAT
    TeamsBuilder
    16.67%
  • #3
    scovillain-megaScovillain-mega
    GRAFIR
    TeamsBuilder
    15.83%
  • #4
    sneaslerSneasler
    FIGPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    14.58%
  • #5
    dragonite-megaDragonite-mega
    DRAFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    10.00%
  • #6
    floette-megaFloette-mega
    FAI
    TeamsBuilder
    7.92%
  • #7
    incineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    5.42%
  • #8
    kingambitKingambit
    DARSTE
    TeamsBuilder
    3.75%
  • #9
    basculegion-maleBasculegion-male
    WATGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    2.92%
  • #10
    garchompGarchomp
    DRAGRO
    TeamsBuilder
    2.92%

Teams with Espathra

Dragonite MegaGholdengoClefableEspathraBasculegion-MLopunny Mega
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EspathraArchaludonPolitoedScovillain MegaFloette MegaIncineroar
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SneaslerEspathraArchaludonPolitoedKingambitFloette Mega
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ArchaludonFloette MegaSneaslerKingambitEspathraPolitoed
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EspathraFloette MegaArchaludonIncineroarSneaslerVivillon
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EspathraArchaludonPolitoedScovillain MegaFloette MegaIncineroar
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SneaslerEspathraArchaludonPolitoedKingambitFloette Mega
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Floette MegaSneaslerIncineroarCharizard Mega YEspathraBasculegion-M
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Tauros-Paldea-AquaArchaludonPelipperVenusaur MegaEspathraVivillon
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ArchaludonPolitoedScovillain MegaSneaslerDragonite MegaEspathra
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Espathra?

The best moveset for Espathra in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Protect, Lumina Crash, Calm Mind, Baton Pass.

How to counter Espathra in Champions?

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

What is the best item for Espathra?

The best item for Espathra is typically Sitrus Berry, based on high-level tournament and ladder stats.