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Garchomp

Garchomp

DRAGONGROUND
HP
108
Atk
130
Def
95
SpA
80
SpD
85
Spe
102
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Weaknesses

  • ICE4x
  • DRAGON2x
  • FAIRY2x

Best Nature

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

Best Moveset

  1. EarthquakeGROUNDPhysical22.2%
  2. Dragon ClawDRAGONPhysical21.8%
  3. Rock SlideROCKPhysical18.4%
  4. ProtectNORMALStatus18.3%

Best Ability / Item

Rough SkinSitrus BerrySitrus Berry

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Best Garchomp Moves

  • #1

    Earthquake

    GROPhysical100 BP

    The user sets off an earthquake that strikes every Pokémon around it.

    22.18%
  • #2

    Dragon Claw

    DRAPhysical80 BP

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

    21.76%
  • #3

    Rock Slide

    ROCPhysical75 BP

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

    18.39%
  • #4

    Protect

    NORStatus

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

    18.30%
  • #5

    Stomping Tantrum

    GROPhysical75 BP

    Driven by frustration, the user attacks the target. This move's power is doubled if the user's previous move failed.

    10.46%
  • #6

    Rock Tomb

    ROCPhysical60 BP

    The user hurls boulders at the target to inflict damage. This also lowers the target's Speed stat by cutting off its movement.

    3.14%
  • #7

    Poison Jab

    POIPhysical80 BP

    The target is stabbed with a tentacle, an arm, or the like steeped in poison. This may also poison the target.

    2.84%
  • #8

    Scale Shot

    DRAPhysical25 BP

    The user attacks by shooting scales two to five times in a row. This move boosts the user's Speed stat but lowers its Defense stat.

    1.90%
  • #9

    Swords Dance

    NORStatus

    A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. This sharply boosts the user's Attack stat.

    0.57%
  • #10

    Iron Head

    STEPhysical80 BP

    The user slams the target with its steel-hard head. This may also make the target flinch.

    0.45%

Best Garchomp Natures

  • #1

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

    90.99%
  • #2

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

    6.09%
  • #3

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

    2.47%
  • #4

    Adamant 27/24/2/0/6/7

    0.31%
  • #5

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

    0.07%
  • #6

    jolly 1/32/0/0/1/32

    0.03%
  • #7

    Quirky 2/32/0/0/0/32

    0.03%

Best Garchomp Abilities

  • #1

    Rough Skin

    The Pokémon's rough skin damages attackers that make direct contact with it.

    97.22%
  • #2

    Sand Force

    2.78%

Best Garchomp Items

  • #1
    Sitrus Berry

    Sitrus Berry

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

    25.18%
  • #2
    Choice Scarf

    Choice Scarf

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

    19.73%
  • #3
    Life Orb

    Life Orb

    Raises the power of moves, but causes recoil damage.

    18.16%
  • #4
    Soft Sand

    Soft Sand

    Raises the power of Ground-type moves.

    7.47%
  • #5
    Roseli Berry

    Roseli Berry

    Reduces damage from a super effective Fairy-type move.

    7.33%
  • #6
    Garchompite

    Garchompite

    Allows Garchomp to Mega Evolve into Mega Garchomp.

    5.59%
  • #7
    Dragon Fang

    Dragon Fang

    Raises the power of Dragon-type moves.

    4.92%
  • #8
    Lum Berry

    Lum Berry

    Cures any status condition .

    4.47%
  • #9
    White Herb

    White Herb

    Raises a lowered stat.

    4.37%
  • #10
    Haban Berry

    Haban Berry

    Halves the power of super effective Dragon-type moves.

    2.76%
  • #11

    Other

    0.02%

Best Garchomp Teammates

  • #1
    charizard-mega-yCharizard-mega-y
    FIRFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    18.20%
  • #2
    kingambitKingambit
    DARSTE
    TeamsBuilder
    16.00%
  • #3
    basculegion-maleBasculegion-male
    WATGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    13.75%
  • #4
    whimsicottWhimsicott
    GRAFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    10.82%
  • #5
    sneaslerSneasler
    FIGPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    9.11%
  • #6
    floette-megaFloette-mega
    FAI
    TeamsBuilder
    8.27%
  • #7
    incineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    7.79%
  • #8
    sylveonSylveon
    FAI
    TeamsBuilder
    6.68%
  • #9
    aerodactyl-megaAerodactyl-mega
    ROCFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    4.94%
  • #10
    aerodactylAerodactyl
    ROCFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    4.43%

Teams with Garchomp

Sceptile MegaRotom-WashFloette MegaGarchompKingambitTalonflame
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Charizard Mega YAerodactyl MegaFarigirafGarchompSylveonKingambit
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WhimsicottKingambitBasculegion-MCharizard Mega YGarchompFloette Mega
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Charizard Mega YWhimsicottGarchompBasculegion-MSylveonHydreigon
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Froslass MegaRotom-WashWhimsicottSneaslerGarchompKingambit
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Delphox MegaGarchompSneaslerKingambitSinistchaNinetales-Alola
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Charizard Mega YGarchompToxapexHydreigonLucarioGrimmsnarl
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Charizard Mega YIncineroarSylveonFarigirafGarchompAerodactyl
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VenusaurGarchompIncineroarSylveonCharizard Mega YFarigiraf
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Aerodactyl MegaKingambitSylveonCharizard Mega YGarchompFarigiraf
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Garchomp Overview & Strategy

Garchomp remains a premier fast physical attacker in the Champions format. Its Dragon/Ground typing provides excellent offensive coverage and natural bulk. Utilizing its Rough Skin ability alongside powerful STAB moves like Earthquake and Dragon Claw, Garchomp excels at exerting immediate pressure and punishing physical contact.

Best Teammates for Garchomp

Garchomp thrives alongside Flying-type or Levitate Pokémon that can safely avoid its Earthquakes, such as Pelipper or Charizard. It also greatly appreciates speed control from Tailwind setters to ensure it moves before opposing threats.

Garchomp Counters & Checks

Defeating Garchomp involves exploiting its weaknesses with key meta threats.

Archaludon acts as a solid physical wall that gains Stamina defense boosts when hit.

Primarina resists its Dragon STAB and can retaliate with powerful Fairy-type attacks like Moonblast.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Garchomp?

The best moveset for Garchomp in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Earthquake, Dragon Claw, Rock Slide, Protect.

How to counter Garchomp in Champions?

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

What is the best item for Garchomp?

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