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Kangaskhan

Kangaskhan

NORMAL
HP
105
Atk
95
Def
80
SpA
40
SpD
80
Spe
90
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Weaknesses

  • FIGHTING2x

Best Nature

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

Best Moveset

  1. Fake OutNORMALPhysical43.0%
  2. Last ResortNORMALPhysical37.0%
  3. Double-EdgeNORMALPhysical5.0%
  4. ProtectNORMALStatus2.5%

Best Ability / Item

ScrappySilk ScarfSilk Scarf

Kangaskhan technical VGC usage sections

Best Kangaskhan 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.

    43.02%
  • #2

    Last Resort

    NORPhysical140 BP

    This move can be used only after the user has used all the other moves it knows in the battle.

    37.00%
  • #3

    Double-Edge

    NORPhysical120 BP

    A reckless life-risking tackle in which the user rushes the target. This also damages the user quite a lot.

    5.01%
  • #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.

    2.49%
  • #5

    Sucker Punch

    DARPhysical70 BP

    This move enables the user to attack first. This move fails if the target is not readying an attack.

    2.42%
  • #6

    Ice Punch

    ICEPhysical75 BP

    The target is attacked with an icy punch. This may also leave the target frozen.

    1.72%
  • #7

    Drain Punch

    FIGPhysical75 BP

    The user attacks with an energy-draining punch. The user's HP is restored by up to half the damage taken by the target.

    1.42%
  • #8

    Hammer Arm

    FIGPhysical100 BP

    The user swings its strong, heavy fist at the target to inflict damage. This also lowers the user's Speed stat.

    1.40%
  • #9

    Brick Break

    FIGPhysical75 BP

    The user attacks with a swift chop. This move can also break barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.

    1.22%
  • #10

    Low Kick

    FIGPhysical

    A powerful low kick that makes the target fall over. The heavier the target, the greater the move's power.

    0.85%
  • #11

    Other

    3.45%

Best Kangaskhan Natures

  • #1

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

    14.46%
  • #2

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

    13.90%
  • #3

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

    8.14%
  • #4

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

    7.79%
  • #5

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

    7.14%
  • #6

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

    5.30%
  • #7

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

    4.91%
  • #8

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

    4.15%
  • #9

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

    2.52%
  • #10

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

    2.45%
  • #11

    Other

    29.24%

Best Kangaskhan Abilities

  • #1

    Scrappy

    The Pokémon can hit Ghost-type Pokémon with Normal- and Fighting-type moves. It is also unaffected by Intimidate.

    97.38%
  • #2

    Inner Focus

    The Pokémon's intense focus prevents it from flinching or being affected by Intimidate.

    1.73%
  • #3

    Early Bird

    The Pokémon awakens from sleep twice as fast as other Pokémon.

    0.88%

Best Kangaskhan Items

  • #1
    Silk Scarf

    Silk Scarf

    Must be returned to Destin to complete Side Mission 150: "Corvisquire's Search".

    51.30%
  • #2
    Kangaskhanite

    Kangaskhanite

    Allows Kangaskhan to Mega Evolve into Mega Kangaskhan.

    34.89%
  • #3
    Life Orb

    Life Orb

    Raises the power of moves, but causes recoil damage.

    7.52%
  • #4
    Chople Berry

    Chople Berry

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

    1.69%
  • #5
    Leftovers

    Leftovers

    Heals a little HP at the end of each turn.

    0.79%
  • #6
    Sitrus Berry

    Sitrus Berry

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

    0.70%
  • #7
    Iron Ball

    Iron Ball

    Cuts a Pokémon's Speed and makes it susceptible to Ground-type moves.

    0.63%
  • #8
    Metronome

    Metronome

    Raises power of moves used in a row.

    0.53%
  • #9
    Lum Berry

    Lum Berry

    Cures any status condition .

    0.30%
  • #10
    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.

    0.29%
  • #11

    Other

    1.36%

Best Kangaskhan Teammates

  • #1
    FarigirafFarigiraf
    NORPSY
    TeamsBuilder
    13.82%
  • #2
    TorkoalTorkoal
    FIR
    TeamsBuilder
    10.25%
  • #3
    Mawile-MegaMawile-Mega
    STEFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    8.43%
  • #4
    SinistchaSinistcha
    GRAGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    4.33%
  • #5
    WhimsicottWhimsicott
    GRAFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    4.21%
  • #6
    BasculegionBasculegion
    WATGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    3.60%
  • #7
    StaraptorStaraptor
    NORFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    3.56%
  • #8
    KingambitKingambit
    DARSTE
    TeamsBuilder
    2.98%
  • #9
    SylveonSylveon
    FAI
    TeamsBuilder
    2.69%
  • #10
    GarchompGarchomp
    DRAGRO
    TeamsBuilder
    2.35%
  • #11

    Other

    43.78%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Kangaskhan?

The best moveset for Kangaskhan in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Fake Out, Last Resort, Double-Edge, Protect.

How to counter Kangaskhan in Champions?

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

What is the best item for Kangaskhan?

The best item for Kangaskhan is typically Silk Scarf, based on high-level tournament and ladder stats.