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Gyarados

Gyarados

WATERFLYING
HP
95
Atk
125
Def
79
SpA
60
SpD
100
Spe
81
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Weaknesses

  • ELECTRIC4x
  • ROCK2x

Best Nature

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

Best Moveset

  1. WaterfallWATERPhysical26.0%
  2. ProtectNORMALStatus21.9%
  3. Dragon DanceDRAGONStatus18.4%
  4. CrunchDARKPhysical10.3%

Best Ability / Item

Mold BreakerGyaradositeGyaradosite

Gyarados technical VGC usage sections

Best Gyarados Moves

  • #1

    Waterfall

    WATPhysical80 BP

    The user charges at the target and may make it flinch.

    26.04%
  • #2

    Protect

    NORStatus

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

    21.88%
  • #3

    Dragon Dance

    DRAStatus

    The user vigorously performs a mystic, powerful dance that boosts its Attack and Speed stats.

    18.38%
  • #4

    Crunch

    DARPhysical80 BP

    The user crunches up the target with sharp fangs. This may also lower the target's Defense stat.

    10.28%
  • #5

    Lash Out

    DARPhysical75 BP

    The user lashes out to vent its frustration toward the target. This move's power is doubled if the user's stats were lowered during this turn.

    5.91%
  • #6

    Thunder Wave

    ELEStatus

    The user launches a weak jolt of electricity that paralyzes the target.

    5.25%
  • #7

    Taunt

    DARStatus

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

    3.94%
  • #8

    Ice Fang

    ICEPhysical65 BP

    The user bites with cold-infused fangs. This may also make the target flinch or leave it frozen.

    3.06%
  • #9

    Helping Hand

    NORStatus

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

    2.63%
  • #10

    Power Whip

    GRAPhysical120 BP

    The user violently whirls its vines, tentacles, or the like to lash the target.

    2.63%

Best Gyarados Natures

  • #1

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

    61.98%
  • #2

    Careful 30/0/14/0/20/2

    19.01%
  • #3

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

    11.57%
  • #4

    Adamant 19/15/1/0/1/30

    3.31%
  • #5

    Adamant 32/8/3/0/22/1

    3.31%
  • #6

    adamant 19/15/1/0/1/30

    0.83%

Best Gyarados Abilities

  • #1

    Mold Breaker

    66.12%
  • #2

    Intimidate

    When the Pokémon enters a battle, it intimidates opposing Pokémon and makes them cower, lowering their Attack stats.

    33.88%

Best Gyarados Items

  • #1
    Gyaradosite

    Gyaradosite

    Allows Gyarados to Mega Evolve into Mega Gyarados.

    80.00%
  • #2
    Leftovers

    Leftovers

    Heals a little HP at the end of each turn.

    9.00%
  • #3
    Sitrus Berry

    Sitrus Berry

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

    5.00%
  • #4
    Lum Berry

    Lum Berry

    Cures any status condition .

    2.00%
  • #5
    Quick Claw

    Quick Claw

    May allow the user to move first.

    1.50%
  • #6
    Charti Berry

    Charti Berry

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

    0.50%
  • #7
    King's Rock

    King's Rock

    Slightly increases the chances of inflicting the Flinch condition on the opponent. Allows Slowpoke and Poliwhirl to evolve when traded.

    0.50%
  • #8
    Never-Melt Ice

    Never-Melt Ice

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

    0.50%
  • #9
    Shell Bell

    Shell Bell

    Restores HP to the holder based on damage inflicted to the opponent.

    0.50%
  • #10
    Wacan Berry

    Wacan Berry

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

    0.50%

Best Gyarados Teammates

  • #1
    sneaslerSneasler
    FIGPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    18.99%
  • #2
    garchompGarchomp
    DRAGRO
    TeamsBuilder
    18.35%
  • #3
    sinistchaSinistcha
    GRAGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    14.24%
  • #4
    kingambitKingambit
    DARSTE
    TeamsBuilder
    10.44%
  • #5
    incineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    8.23%
  • #6
    floette-megaFloette-mega
    FAI
    TeamsBuilder
    6.96%
  • #7
    whimsicottWhimsicott
    GRAFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    6.65%
  • #8
    delphox-megaDelphox-mega
    FIRPSY
    TeamsBuilder
    6.65%
  • #9
    ninetales-alolaNinetales-alola
    ICEFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    5.38%
  • #10
    tyranitar-megaTyranitar-mega
    ROCDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    4.11%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Gyarados?

The best moveset for Gyarados in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Waterfall, Protect, Dragon Dance, Crunch.

How to counter Gyarados in Champions?

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

What is the best item for Gyarados?

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