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Lucario

Lucario

FIGHTINGSTEEL
HP
70
Atk
110
Def
70
SpA
115
SpD
70
Spe
90
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Weaknesses

  • FIGHTING2x
  • FIRE2x
  • GROUND2x

Best Nature

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

Best Moveset

  1. Close CombatFIGHTINGPhysical21.2%
  2. Meteor MashSTEELPhysical19.2%
  3. Bullet PunchSTEELPhysical14.5%
  4. ProtectNORMALStatus13.3%

Best Ability / Item

AdaptabilityLucarioniteLucarionite

Lucario technical VGC usage sections

Best Lucario 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.

    21.18%
  • #2

    Meteor Mash

    STEPhysical90 BP

    The target is hit with a hard punch fired like a meteor. This may also boost the user’s Attack stat.

    19.22%
  • #3

    Bullet Punch

    STEPhysical40 BP

    The user strikes the target with tough punches as fast as bullets. This move always goes first.

    14.51%
  • #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.

    13.33%
  • #5

    Detect

    FIGStatus

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

    10.20%
  • #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.

    5.88%
  • #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.

    4.31%
  • #8

    Flash Cannon

    STESpecial80 BP

    The user gathers all its light energy and releases it at once. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.

    3.92%
  • #9

    Final Gambit

    FIGSpecial

    The user risks everything to attack the target. The user faints but inflicts damage equal to its own HP.

    3.92%
  • #10

    Swords Dance

    NORStatus

    A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. This sharply boosts the user's Attack stat.

    3.53%

Best Lucario Natures

  • #1

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

    74.03%
  • #2

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

    24.68%
  • #3

    Timid 2/0/0/32/0/32

    1.30%

Best Lucario Abilities

  • #1

    Adaptability

    74.03%
  • #2

    Inner Focus

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

    25.97%

Best Lucario Items

  • #1
    Lucarionite

    Lucarionite

    Allows Lucario to Mega Evolve into Mega Lucario.

    85.82%
  • #2
    Choice Scarf

    Choice Scarf

    Raises user's Speed , but they can only use one move.

    7.46%
  • #3
    Focus Sash

    Focus Sash

    Prevents a one-hit knockout.

    2.24%
  • #4
    Chople Berry

    Chople Berry

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

    1.49%
  • #5
    Black Belt

    Black Belt

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

    0.75%
  • #6
    Lum Berry

    Lum Berry

    Cures any status condition .

    0.75%
  • #7
    Sitrus Berry

    Sitrus Berry

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

    0.75%
  • #8
    White Herb

    White Herb

    Raises a lowered stat.

    0.75%

Best Lucario Teammates

  • #1
    basculegion-maleBasculegion-male
    WATGHO
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    15.79%
  • #2
    whimsicottWhimsicott
    GRAFAI
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    13.16%
  • #3
    garchompGarchomp
    DRAGRO
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    11.40%
  • #4
    sylveonSylveon
    FAI
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    9.65%
  • #5
    incineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    9.65%
  • #6
    meowscaradaMeowscarada
    GRADAR
    TeamsBuilder
    8.77%
  • #7
    palafinPalafin
    WAT
    TeamsBuilder
    7.89%
  • #8
    ninetales-alolaNinetales-alola
    ICEFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    7.89%
  • #9
    rotom-mowRotom-mow
    ELEGRA
    TeamsBuilder
    7.89%
  • #10
    politoedPolitoed
    WAT
    TeamsBuilder
    7.89%
  • #11

    Other

    0.02%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Lucario?

The best moveset for Lucario in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Close Combat, Meteor Mash, Bullet Punch, Protect.

How to counter Lucario in Champions?

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

What is the best item for Lucario?

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