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Incineroar

Incineroar

FIREDARK
HP
95
Atk
115
Def
90
SpA
80
SpD
90
Spe
60
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Weaknesses

  • FIGHTING2x
  • GROUND2x
  • ROCK2x
  • WATER2x

Best Nature

Careful 32/2/0/0/32/0

Best Moveset

  1. Fake OutNORMALPhysical25.1%
  2. Parting ShotDARKStatus23.9%
  3. Flare BlitzFIREPhysical22.8%
  4. Throat ChopDARKPhysical12.9%

Best Ability / Item

IntimidateSitrus BerrySitrus Berry

Incineroar technical VGC usage sections

Best Incineroar Moves

  • #1

    Fake Out

    NORPhysical40 BP

    This attack hits first and makes the target flinch. It works only on the first turn each time the user enters battle.

    25.11%
  • #2

    Parting Shot

    DARStatus

    With a parting threat, the user lowers the target's Attack and Sp. Atk stats. Then it switches places with a party Pokémon in waiting.

    23.92%
  • #3

    Flare Blitz

    FIRPhysical120 BP

    The user cloaks itself in fire and charges the target to inflict damage. This also damages the user quite a lot and may leave the target with a burn.

    22.75%
  • #4

    Throat Chop

    DARPhysical80 BP

    The user attacks the target's throat, and the resultant suffering prevents the target from using sound-based moves for two turns.

    12.95%
  • #5

    Darkest Lariat

    DARPhysical85 BP

    The user swings both arms and hits the target. The target's stat changes don't affect the damage inflicted by this move.

    7.43%
  • #6

    Protect

    NORStatus

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

    2.99%
  • #7

    Helping Hand

    NORStatus

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

    1.82%
  • #8

    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.

    1.21%
  • #9

    Taunt

    DARStatus

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

    0.91%
  • #10

    Will-O-Wisp

    FIRStatus

    The user shoots a sinister flame at the target to inflict a burn.

    0.91%

Best Incineroar Natures

  • #1

    Careful 32/2/0/0/32/0

    83.52%
  • #2

    Impish 32/1/32/0/1/0

    8.61%
  • #3

    Adamant 32/32/1/0/1/0

    3.75%
  • #4

    Sassy 32/0/13/0/21/0

    1.69%
  • #5

    Brave 32/32/1/0/1/0

    1.14%
  • #6

    Relaxed 32/0/25/0/9/0

    0.96%
  • #7

    Bold 32/0/31/0/3/0

    0.14%
  • #8

    Jolly 23/1/8/0/2/32

    0.09%
  • #9

    Serious 32/0/2/0/32/0

    0.05%
  • #10

    Calm 16/15/17/0/16/2

    0.05%

Best Incineroar Abilities

  • #1

    Intimidate

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

    100.00%

Best Incineroar Items

  • #1
    Sitrus Berry

    Sitrus Berry

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

    55.00%
  • #2
    Chople Berry

    Chople Berry

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

    16.44%
  • #3
    Passho Berry

    Passho Berry

    Reduces damage from a super effective Water-type move.

    12.30%
  • #4
    Shuca Berry

    Shuca Berry

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

    5.02%
  • #5
    Charcoal

    Charcoal

    Raises the power of Fire-type moves.

    3.68%
  • #6
    White Herb

    White Herb

    Raises a lowered stat.

    3.09%
  • #7
    Leftovers

    Leftovers

    Heals a little HP at the end of each turn.

    3.04%
  • #8
    Lum Berry

    Lum Berry

    Cures any status condition .

    0.97%
  • #9
    Quick Claw

    Quick Claw

    May allow the user to move first.

    0.23%
  • #10
    Life Orb

    Life Orb

    Raises the power of moves, but causes recoil damage.

    0.23%

Best Incineroar Teammates

  • #1
    sinistchaSinistcha
    GRAGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    18.61%
  • #2
    sneaslerSneasler
    FIGPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    14.51%
  • #3
    floette-megaFloette-mega
    FAI
    TeamsBuilder
    14.21%
  • #4
    garchompGarchomp
    DRAGRO
    TeamsBuilder
    11.75%
  • #5
    kingambitKingambit
    DARSTE
    TeamsBuilder
    9.44%
  • #6
    basculegion-maleBasculegion-male
    WATGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    8.77%
  • #7
    charizard-mega-yCharizard-mega-y
    FIRFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    8.06%
  • #8
    gengar-megaGengar-mega
    GHOPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    5.24%
  • #9
    farigirafFarigiraf
    NORPSY
    TeamsBuilder
    5.18%
  • #10
    whimsicottWhimsicott
    GRAFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    4.24%

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Blastoise MegaSinistchaIncineroarSneaslerDelphox MegaKingambit
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Delphox MegaSneaslerKingambitSinistchaIncineroarFloette Mega
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Charizard Mega YIncineroarSylveonFarigirafGarchompAerodactyl
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VenusaurGarchompIncineroarSylveonCharizard Mega YFarigiraf
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Incineroar Overview & Strategy

Incineroar is widely regarded as the most dominant support Pokémon in VGC history. In the Champions format (which lacks Terastallization), its base Fire/Dark typing remains highly reliable. Equipped with the Intimidate ability and access to essential moves like Fake Out, Parting Shot and Flare Blitz, Incineroar excels at cycling stat drops, positioning teammates safely, and disrupting physical attackers.

Best Teammates for Incineroar

Incineroar pairs exceptionally well with offensive powerhouses that appreciate safe switch-ins and Fake Out support. Key partners include high-damage sweepers, speed control supporters, and setup attackers that need protection while boosting their stats.

Incineroar Counters & Checks

Defeating Incineroar involves using threats that punish its entrance.

Kingambit is an excellent check, gaining a +2 Attack boost from Defiant when Intimidated.

Milotic similarly counters it by triggering Competitive to gain +2 Special Attack, hitting back with Scald or Muddy Water.

Guides featuring Incineroar

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How to Counter Incineroar in Pokémon Champions

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Incineroar?

The best moveset for Incineroar in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Fake Out, Parting Shot, Flare Blitz, Throat Chop.

How to counter Incineroar in Champions?

In the Pokémon Champions meta, Incineroar can be countered by exploiting its weaknesses (fighting 2x, ground 2x, rock 2x, water 2x) and using effective check/counter teams.

What is the best item for Incineroar?

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