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Qwilfish

Qwilfish

WATERPOISON
HP
65
Atk
95
Def
85
SpA
55
SpD
55
Spe
85
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Weaknesses

  • ELECTRIC2x
  • GROUND2x
  • PSYCHIC2x

Best Nature

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

Best Moveset

  1. Flip TurnWATERPhysical13.8%
  2. LiquidationWATERPhysical10.1%
  3. ProtectNORMALStatus7.8%
  4. Poison JabPOISONPhysical7.7%

Best Ability / Item

IntimidateChoice ScarfChoice Scarf

Qwilfish technical VGC usage sections

Best Qwilfish Moves

  • #1

    Flip Turn

    WATPhysical60 BP

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

    13.82%
  • #2

    Liquidation

    WATPhysical85 BP

    The user slams into the target using a full-force blast of water. This may also lower the target's Defense stat.

    10.06%
  • #3

    Protect

    NORStatus

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

    7.82%
  • #4

    Poison Jab

    POIPhysical80 BP

    The target is stabbed with a tentacle, an arm, or the like steeped in poison. This may also poison the target.

    7.70%
  • #5

    Barb Barrage

    POIPhysical60 BP

    The user launches countless toxic barbs to inflict damage. This may also poison the target. This move’s power is doubled if the target is already poisoned.

    6.05%
  • #6

    Taunt

    DARStatus

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

    5.51%
  • #7

    Aqua Jet

    WATPhysical40 BP

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

    5.47%
  • #8

    Destiny Bond

    GHOStatus

    If the user is knocked out after using this move, the Pokémon that knocked it out will also faint. This move's chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

    4.93%
  • #9

    Gunk Shot

    POIPhysical120 BP

    The user shoots filthy garbage at the target to attack. This may also poison the target.

    4.74%
  • #10

    Icy Wind

    ICESpecial55 BP

    The user attacks with a gust of chilled air. This also lowers opposing Pokémon's Speed stats.

    4.05%
  • #11

    Other

    29.85%

Best Qwilfish Natures

  • #1

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

    17.11%
  • #2

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

    8.15%
  • #3

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

    6.11%
  • #4

    Careful 32/0/2/0/32/0

    5.40%
  • #5

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

    3.30%
  • #6

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

    3.02%
  • #7

    Impish 31/0/23/0/7/5

    2.97%
  • #8

    Careful 26/0/25/0/13/2

    2.69%
  • #9

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

    2.50%
  • #10

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

    2.15%
  • #11

    Other

    46.60%

Best Qwilfish Abilities

  • #1

    Intimidate

    When the Pokémon enters a battle, it intimidates opposing Pokémon and makes them cower, lowering their Attack stats.

    75.95%
  • #2

    Swift Swim

    Boosts the Pokémon's Speed stat in rain.

    19.01%
  • #3

    Poison Point

    Contact with the Pokémon may poison the attacker.

    5.03%

Best Qwilfish Items

  • #1
    Choice Scarf

    Choice Scarf

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

    22.91%
  • #2
    Sitrus Berry

    Sitrus Berry

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

    18.27%
  • #3
    Leftovers

    Leftovers

    Heals a little HP at the end of each turn.

    10.59%
  • #4
    Focus Sash

    Focus Sash

    Prevents a one-hit knockout.

    10.43%
  • #5
    Shuca Berry

    Shuca Berry

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

    6.92%
  • #6
    Life Orb

    Life Orb

    Raises the power of moves, but causes recoil damage.

    5.93%
  • #7
    Bright Powder

    Bright Powder

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

    5.09%
  • #8
    Expert Belt

    Expert Belt

    Increases the power of super effective moves.

    4.22%
  • #9
    Wacan Berry

    Wacan Berry

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

    3.85%
  • #10
    Mystic Water

    Mystic Water

    Raises the power of Water-type moves.

    2.61%
  • #11

    Other

    9.18%

Best Qwilfish Teammates

  • #1
    PelipperPelipper
    WATFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    6.69%
  • #2
    FarigirafFarigiraf
    NORPSY
    TeamsBuilder
    5.54%
  • #3
    SinistchaSinistcha
    GRAGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    4.82%
  • #4
    IncineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    4.33%
  • #5
    GarchompGarchomp
    DRAGRO
    TeamsBuilder
    4.29%
  • #6
    WhimsicottWhimsicott
    GRAFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    4.17%
  • #7
    ArchaludonArchaludon
    STEDRA
    TeamsBuilder
    3.89%
  • #8
    Swampert-MegaSwampert-Mega
    WATGRO
    TeamsBuilder
    3.69%
  • #9
    Raichu-Mega-YRaichu-Mega-Y
    ELE
    TeamsBuilder
    3.15%
  • #10
    Meganium-MegaMeganium-Mega
    GRAFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    2.66%
  • #11

    Other

    56.77%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Qwilfish?

The best moveset for Qwilfish in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Flip Turn, Liquidation, Protect, Poison Jab.

How to counter Qwilfish in Champions?

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

What is the best item for Qwilfish?

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