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Heracross

Heracross

BUGFIGHTING
HP
80
Atk
125
Def
75
SpA
40
SpD
95
Spe
85
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Weaknesses

  • FLYING4x
  • FAIRY2x
  • FIRE2x
  • PSYCHIC2x

Best Nature

Brave 32/32/0/0/2/0

Best Moveset

  1. Close CombatFIGHTINGPhysical25.0%
  2. Rock BlastROCKPhysical23.8%
  3. Pin MissileBUGPhysical20.0%
  4. ProtectNORMALStatus12.5%

Best Ability / Item

Skill LinkHeracroniteHeracronite

Heracross technical VGC usage sections

Best Heracross Moves

  • #1

    Close Combat

    FIGPhysical120 BP

    The user fights the target up close, inflicting damage without guarding itself. This also lowers the user's Defense and Sp. Def stats.

    25.00%
  • #2

    Rock Blast

    ROCPhysical25 BP

    The user attacks by hurling hard rocks at the target. This move hits two to five times in a row.

    23.75%
  • #3

    Pin Missile

    BUGPhysical25 BP

    The user attacks by shooting sharp spikes at the target. This move hits two to five times in a row.

    20.00%
  • #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.

    12.50%
  • #5

    Bullet Seed

    GRAPhysical25 BP

    The user attacks by forcefully shooting seeds at the target. This move hits two to five times in a row.

    8.75%
  • #6

    Detect

    FIGStatus

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

    8.75%
  • #7

    Earthquake

    GROPhysical100 BP

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

    1.25%

Best Heracross Natures

  • #1

    Brave 32/32/0/0/2/0

    95.00%
  • #2

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

    5.00%

Best Heracross Abilities

  • #1

    Skill Link

    100.00%

Best Heracross Items

  • #1
    Heracronite

    Heracronite

    Allows Heracross to Mega Evolve into Mega Heracross.

    100.00%

Best Heracross Teammates

  • #1
    kingambitKingambit
    DARSTE
    TeamsBuilder
    21.43%
  • #2
    talonflameTalonflame
    FIRFLY
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    14.29%
  • #3
    basculegion-maleBasculegion-male
    WATGHO
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    14.29%
  • #4
    farigirafFarigiraf
    NORPSY
    TeamsBuilder
    12.50%
  • #5
    glimmora-megaGlimmora-mega
    ROCPOI
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    8.93%
  • #6
    incineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    7.14%
  • #7
    aerodactylAerodactyl
    ROCFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    5.36%
  • #8
    garchompGarchomp
    DRAGRO
    TeamsBuilder
    5.36%
  • #9
    sylveonSylveon
    FAI
    TeamsBuilder
    5.36%
  • #10
    sneaslerSneasler
    FIGPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    5.36%

Teams with Heracross

Heracross MegaPelipperKingambitSwampert MegaRotom-HeatFarigiraf
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Heracross MegaTalonflameSamurott-HisuiGlimmoraAegislashSylveon
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Floette MegaWhimsicottKingambitIncineroarHeracross MegaGlimmora
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DiggersbyCharizard Mega YWeavileRotom-WashHeracross MegaVivillon
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VivillonFarigirafHeracross MegaKingambitCamerupt MegaIncineroar
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Glimmora MegaBasculegion-MWhimsicottTsareenaHeracross MegaNinetales-Alola
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Heracross MegaSlowkingKangaskhanKingambitFarigirafClefable
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SneaslerGengarTalonflameHeracross MegaFloette MegaBasculegion-M
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Heracross MegaTalonflameKingambitGlimmora MegaBasculegion-MTsareena
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Heracross MegaKingambitSylveonKangaskhanFarigirafFeraligatr Mega
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Heracross?

The best moveset for Heracross in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Close Combat, Rock Blast, Pin Missile, Protect.

How to counter Heracross in Champions?

In the Pokémon Champions meta, Heracross can be countered by exploiting its weaknesses (flying 4x, fairy 2x, fire 2x, psychic 2x) and using effective check/counter teams.

What is the best item for Heracross?

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