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Manectric

Manectric

ELECTRIC
HP
70
Atk
75
Def
60
SpA
105
SpD
60
Spe
105
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Weaknesses

  • GROUND2x

Best Nature

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

Best Moveset

  1. ProtectNORMALStatus23.8%
  2. Volt SwitchELECTRICSpecial23.8%
  3. SnarlDARKSpecial17.2%
  4. ThunderboltELECTRICSpecial16.5%

Best Ability / Item

IntimidateManectiteManectite

Manectric technical VGC usage sections

Best Manectric Moves

  • #1

    Protect

    NORStatus

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

    23.75%
  • #2

    Volt Switch

    ELESpecial70 BP

    After making its attack, the user rushes back to switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.

    23.75%
  • #3

    Snarl

    DARSpecial55 BP

    The user yells as if it's ranting about something, which lowers the Sp. Atk stats of opposing Pokémon.

    17.24%
  • #4

    Thunderbolt

    ELESpecial90 BP

    The user attacks the target with a strong electric blast. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

    16.48%
  • #5

    Thunder

    ELESpecial110 BP

    A wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the target to inflict damage. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

    6.13%
  • #6

    Flamethrower

    FIRSpecial90 BP

    The target is scorched with an intense blast of fire. This may also leave the target with a burn.

    4.98%
  • #7

    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.

    4.21%
  • #8

    Eerie Impulse

    ELEStatus

    The user's body generates an eerie impulse. Exposing the target to it harshly lowers the target's Sp. Atk stat.

    1.53%
  • #9

    Discharge

    ELESpecial80 BP

    The user strikes everything around it by letting loose a flare of electricity. This may also leave those hit by the attack with paralysis.

    1.15%
  • #10

    Rain Dance

    WATStatus

    The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type attacks. The rain also lowers the power of Fire-type attacks.

    0.77%

Best Manectric Natures

  • #1

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

    95.45%
  • #2

    Timid 20/0/0/32/0/14

    4.55%

Best Manectric Abilities

  • #1

    Intimidate

    95.45%
  • #2

    Lightning Rod

    The Pokémon draws in all Electric-type moves. Instead of taking damage from them, its Sp. Atk stat is boosted.

    4.55%

Best Manectric Items

  • #1
    Manectite

    Manectite

    Allows Manectric to Mega Evolve into Mega Manectric.

    97.67%
  • #2
    Choice Scarf

    Choice Scarf

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

    1.55%
  • #3
    Bright Powder

    Bright Powder

    Lowers the opponent's accuracy. Note: Formatted as BrightPowder prior to Generation VI.

    0.78%

Best Manectric Teammates

  • #1
    pelipperPelipper
    WATFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    18.68%
  • #2
    sinistchaSinistcha
    GRAGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    17.58%
  • #3
    archaludonArchaludon
    STEDRA
    TeamsBuilder
    15.38%
  • #4
    scizor-megaScizor-mega
    BUGSTE
    TeamsBuilder
    9.34%
  • #5
    palafinPalafin
    WAT
    TeamsBuilder
    9.34%
  • #6
    basculegion-maleBasculegion-male
    WATGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    8.24%
  • #7
    sneaslerSneasler
    FIGPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    7.69%
  • #8
    incineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    5.49%
  • #9
    lucario-megaLucario-mega
    FIGSTE
    TeamsBuilder
    4.40%
  • #10
    sableyeSableye
    DARGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    3.85%

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Manectric MegaPelipperArchaludonScizor MegaPalafinSinistcha
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Manectric MegaPelipperArchaludonScizor MegaPalafinSinistcha
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Manectric MegaAzumarillSinistchaMausholdPelipperIncineroar
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PelipperSinistchaArchaludonManectric MegaScizor MegaSneasler
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Manectric?

The best moveset for Manectric in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Protect, Volt Switch, Snarl, Thunderbolt.

How to counter Manectric in Champions?

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

What is the best item for Manectric?

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