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Infernape

Infernape

FIREFIGHTING
HP
76
Atk
104
Def
71
SpA
104
SpD
71
Spe
108
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Weaknesses

  • FLYING2x
  • GROUND2x
  • PSYCHIC2x
  • WATER2x

Best Nature

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

Best Moveset

  1. Fake OutNORMALPhysical23.1%
  2. Flare BlitzFIREPhysical15.4%
  3. OverheatFIRESpecial11.5%
  4. CoachingFIGHTINGStatus7.7%

Best Ability / Item

BlazeFocus SashFocus Sash

Infernape technical VGC usage sections

Best Infernape 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.

    23.08%
  • #2

    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.

    15.38%
  • #3

    Overheat

    FIRSpecial130 BP

    The user attacks the target with all its might. The recoil from this move harshly lowers the user's Sp. Atk stat.

    11.54%
  • #4

    Coaching

    FIGStatus

    The user properly coaches its ally Pokémon, boosting their Attack and Defense stats.

    7.69%
  • #5

    Mach Punch

    FIGPhysical40 BP

    The user throws a punch at blinding speed. This move always goes first.

    7.69%
  • #6

    Aura Sphere

    FIGSpecial80 BP

    The user lets loose a pulse of aura power from deep within its body at the target. This attack never misses.

    7.69%
  • #7

    Taunt

    DARStatus

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

    7.69%
  • #8

    Encore

    NORStatus

    The user compels the target to keep using the move it encored for three turns.

    7.69%
  • #9

    Fire Punch

    FIRPhysical75 BP

    The target is attacked with a fiery punch. This may also leave the target with a burn.

    7.69%
  • #10

    Earthquake

    GROPhysical100 BP

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

    3.85%

Best Infernape Natures

  • #1

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

    62.50%
  • #2

    Timid 3/0/1/32/0/30

    25.00%
  • #3

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

    12.50%

Best Infernape Abilities

  • #1

    Blaze

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

    100.00%

Best Infernape Items

  • #1
    Focus Sash

    Focus Sash

    Prevents a one-hit knockout.

    37.50%
  • #2
    Leftovers

    Leftovers

    Heals a little HP at the end of each turn.

    12.50%
  • #3
    Shuca Berry

    Shuca Berry

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

    12.50%
  • #4
    Black Belt

    Black Belt

    Raises the power of Fighting-type moves. Note: Formatted as Blackbelt in Generation II .

    12.50%
  • #5
    Life Orb

    Life Orb

    Raises the power of moves, but causes recoil damage.

    12.50%
  • #6
    Charcoal

    Charcoal

    Raises the power of Fire-type moves.

    12.50%

Best Infernape Teammates

  • #1
    sylveonSylveon
    FAI
    TeamsBuilder
    16.67%
  • #2
    basculegion-maleBasculegion-male
    WATGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    16.67%
  • #3
    dragapultDragapult
    DRAGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    8.33%
  • #4
    arcanine-hisuiArcanine-hisui
    FIRROC
    TeamsBuilder
    8.33%
  • #5
    mamoswineMamoswine
    ICEGRO
    TeamsBuilder
    8.33%
  • #6
    clefableClefable
    FAI
    TeamsBuilder
    8.33%
  • #7
    ampharos-megaAmpharos-mega
    ELEDRA
    TeamsBuilder
    8.33%
  • #8
    charizard-mega-xCharizard-mega-x
    FIRDRA
    TeamsBuilder
    8.33%
  • #9
    tyranitar-megaTyranitar-mega
    ROCDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    8.33%
  • #10
    dragonite-megaDragonite-mega
    DRAFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    8.33%
  • #11

    Other

    0.02%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Infernape?

The best moveset for Infernape in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Fake Out, Flare Blitz, Overheat, Coaching.

How to counter Infernape in Champions?

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

What is the best item for Infernape?

The best item for Infernape is typically Focus Sash, based on high-level tournament and ladder stats.