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Pinsir

Pinsir

BUG
HP
65
Atk
125
Def
100
SpA
55
SpD
70
Spe
85
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Weaknesses

  • FIRE2x
  • FLYING2x
  • ROCK2x

Best Nature

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

Best Moveset

  1. Body SlamNORMALPhysical18.5%
  2. ProtectNORMALStatus18.5%
  3. Quick AttackNORMALPhysical14.8%
  4. LungeBUGPhysical11.1%

Best Ability / Item

AerilatePinsiritePinsirite

Pinsir technical VGC usage sections

Best Pinsir Moves

  • #1

    Body Slam

    NORPhysical85 BP

    The user attacks by dropping onto the target with its full body weight. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

    18.52%
  • #2

    Protect

    NORStatus

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

    18.52%
  • #3

    Quick Attack

    NORPhysical40 BP

    The user lunges at the target to inflict damage, moving at blinding speed. This move always goes first.

    14.81%
  • #4

    Lunge

    BUGPhysical80 BP

    The user makes a lunge at the target, attacking with full force. This also lowers the target's Attack stat.

    11.11%
  • #5

    Feint

    NORPhysical30 BP

    This attack can hit a target using a move such as Protect or Detect. This also lifts the effects of those moves.

    7.41%
  • #6

    Facade

    NORPhysical70 BP

    This move's power is doubled if the user is poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.

    7.41%
  • #7

    Detect

    FIGStatus

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

    7.41%
  • #8

    Storm Throw

    FIGPhysical60 BP

    The user strikes the target with a fierce blow. This attack always results in a critical hit.

    7.41%
  • #9

    Earthquake

    GROPhysical100 BP

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

    3.70%
  • #10

    Circle Throw

    FIGPhysical60 BP

    The target is thrown, and a different Pokémon is dragged out. In the wild, this ends a battle against a single Pokémon.

    3.70%

Best Pinsir Natures

  • #1

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

    85.71%
  • #2

    Adamant 14/25/0/0/0/27

    14.29%

Best Pinsir Abilities

  • #1

    Aerilate

    100.00%

Best Pinsir Items

  • #1
    Pinsirite

    Pinsirite

    Allows Pinsir to Mega Evolve into Mega Pinsir.

    100.00%

Best Pinsir Teammates

  • #1
    clefableClefable
    FAI
    TeamsBuilder
    15.38%
  • #2
    zoroark-hisuiZoroark-hisui
    NORGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    15.38%
  • #3
    glimmora-megaGlimmora-mega
    ROCPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    15.38%
  • #4
    volcaronaVolcarona
    BUGFIR
    TeamsBuilder
    7.69%
  • #5
    scizorScizor
    BUGSTE
    TeamsBuilder
    7.69%
  • #6
    araquanidAraquanid
    WATBUG
    TeamsBuilder
    7.69%
  • #7
    kleavorKleavor
    BUGROC
    TeamsBuilder
    7.69%
  • #8
    vivillonVivillon
    BUGFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    7.69%
  • #9
    decidueye-hisuiDecidueye-hisui
    GRAFIG
    TeamsBuilder
    7.69%
  • #10
    sneaslerSneasler
    FIGPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    7.69%
  • #11

    Other

    0.03%

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Pinsir MegaDecidueye-HisuiClefableZoroark-HisuiSneaslerSlowbro Mega
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VolcaronaScizorAraquanidKleavorVivillonPinsir Mega
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Pinsir?

The best moveset for Pinsir in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Body Slam, Protect, Quick Attack, Lunge.

How to counter Pinsir in Champions?

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

What is the best item for Pinsir?

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