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Greninja

Greninja

WATERDARK
HP
72
Atk
95
Def
67
SpA
103
SpD
71
Spe
122
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Weaknesses

  • BUG2x
  • ELECTRIC2x
  • FAIRY2x
  • FIGHTING2x
  • GRASS2x

Best Nature

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

Best Moveset

  1. ProtectNORMALStatus24.2%
  2. Dark PulseDARKSpecial22.0%
  3. Water ShurikenWATERSpecial13.2%
  4. Ice BeamICESpecial8.8%

Best Ability / Item

ProteanGreninjiteGreninjite

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Best Greninja 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.

    24.18%
  • #2

    Dark Pulse

    DARSpecial80 BP

    The user releases a horrible aura imbued with ill intent. This may also make the target flinch.

    21.98%
  • #3

    Water Shuriken

    WATSpecial15 BP

    The user hits the target with throwing stars two to five times in a row. This move always goes first.

    13.19%
  • #4

    Ice Beam

    ICESpecial90 BP

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

    8.79%
  • #5

    Blizzard

    ICESpecial110 BP

    A howling blizzard is summoned to strike opposing Pokémon. This may also leave the opposing Pokémon frozen.

    7.69%
  • #6

    Hydro Pump

    WATSpecial110 BP

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

    6.59%
  • #7

    Hydro Cannon

    WATSpecial150 BP

    The target is hit with a watery blast. The user can't move on the next turn.

    5.49%
  • #8

    Weather Ball

    NORSpecial50 BP

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

    5.49%
  • #9

    Taunt

    DARStatus

    The target is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for three turns.

    3.30%
  • #10

    Grass Knot

    GRASpecial

    The user snares the target with grass and trips it. The heavier the target, the greater the move's power.

    3.30%

Best Greninja Natures

  • #1

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

    89.29%
  • #2

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

    3.57%
  • #3

    Hasty 0/2/0/32/0/32

    3.57%
  • #4

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

    3.57%

Best Greninja Abilities

  • #1

    Protean

    Changes the Pokémon's type to the type of the move it's about to use. This works only once each time the Pokémon enters battle.

    96.43%
  • #2

    Torrent

    Powers up Water-type moves when the Pokémon's HP is low.

    3.57%

Best Greninja Items

  • #1
    Greninjite

    Greninjite

    Allows Greninja to Mega Evolve into Mega Greninja.

    78.26%
  • #2
    Leftovers

    Leftovers

    Heals a little HP at the end of each turn.

    6.52%
  • #3
    Choice Scarf

    Choice Scarf

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

    4.35%
  • #4
    Focus Sash

    Focus Sash

    Prevents a one-hit knockout.

    4.35%
  • #5
    Focus Band

    Focus Band

    May leave the holder with 1 HP when a move would normally cause them to faint.

    2.17%
  • #6
    Life Orb

    Life Orb

    Raises the power of moves, but causes recoil damage.

    2.17%
  • #7
    Mystic Water

    Mystic Water

    Raises the power of Water-type moves.

    2.17%

Best Greninja Teammates

  • #1
    incineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    15.15%
  • #2
    pelipperPelipper
    WATFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    13.64%
  • #3
    archaludonArchaludon
    STEDRA
    TeamsBuilder
    13.64%
  • #4
    tsareenaTsareena
    GRA
    TeamsBuilder
    10.61%
  • #5
    lucario-megaLucario-mega
    FIGSTE
    TeamsBuilder
    9.09%
  • #6
    basculegion-maleBasculegion-male
    WATGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    9.09%
  • #7
    sinistchaSinistcha
    GRAGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    9.09%
  • #8
    sneaslerSneasler
    FIGPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    7.58%
  • #9
    dragoniteDragonite
    DRAFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    6.06%
  • #10
    talonflameTalonflame
    FIRFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    6.06%

Teams with Greninja

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Greninja MegaSinistchaIncineroarBasculegion-MSneaslerFloette Mega
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Greninja MegaHelioliskPelipperTsareenaLucario MegaArchaludon
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PalafinGreninjaLucario MegaBeedrill MegaDragonitePelipper
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PalafinGreninjaLucario MegaBeedrill MegaDragonitePelipper
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Greninja MegaHelioliskPelipperTsareenaLucario MegaArchaludon
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PalafinGreninjaLucario MegaBeedrill MegaDragonitePelipper
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Greninja MegaTsareenaBasculegion-MArcanineRaichuFloette-Eternal
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Greninja?

The best moveset for Greninja in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Protect, Dark Pulse, Water Shuriken, Ice Beam.

How to counter Greninja in Champions?

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

What is the best item for Greninja?

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