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Scolipede

Scolipede

BUGPOISON
HP
60
Atk
100
Def
89
SpA
55
SpD
69
Spe
112
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Weaknesses

  • FIRE2x
  • FLYING2x
  • PSYCHIC2x
  • ROCK2x

Best Nature

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

Best Moveset

  1. ProtectNORMALStatus23.2%
  2. Poison JabPOISONPhysical14.4%
  3. Swords DanceNORMALStatus10.6%
  4. Baton PassNORMALStatus9.1%

Best Ability / Item

Speed BoostFocus SashFocus Sash

Scolipede technical VGC usage sections

Best Scolipede 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.

    23.17%
  • #2

    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.

    14.36%
  • #3

    Swords Dance

    NORStatus

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

    10.57%
  • #4

    Baton Pass

    NORStatus

    The user switches places with a party Pokémon in waiting and passes along any stat changes.

    9.08%
  • #5

    Leech Life

    BUGPhysical80 BP

    The user drains the target's blood. The user's HP is restored by up to half the damage taken by the target.

    8.67%
  • #6

    Rock Slide

    ROCPhysical75 BP

    Large boulders are hurled at opposing Pokémon to inflict damage. This may also make the opposing Pokémon flinch.

    6.19%
  • #7

    Megahorn

    BUGPhysical120 BP

    Using its tough and impressive horn, the user rams into the target with no letup.

    5.73%
  • #8

    Gunk Shot

    POIPhysical120 BP

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

    4.43%
  • #9

    Acid Spray

    POISpecial40 BP

    The user attacks by spitting fluid that works to melt the target. This also harshly lowers the target's Sp. Def stat.

    2.74%
  • #10

    Superpower

    FIGPhysical120 BP

    The user attacks the target with great power. This also lowers the user's Attack and Defense stats.

    2.05%
  • #11

    Other

    13.01%

Best Scolipede Natures

  • #1

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

    28.93%
  • #2

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

    13.94%
  • #3

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

    4.92%
  • #4

    Adamant 16/32/0/0/0/18

    4.86%
  • #5

    Adamant 4/32/0/0/0/30

    2.65%
  • #6

    Careful 17/5/1/0/11/32

    1.36%
  • #7

    Adamant 21/25/0/0/20/0

    1.25%
  • #8

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

    1.15%
  • #9

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

    1.08%
  • #10

    Naive 2/32/0/0/0/32

    1.04%
  • #11

    Other

    38.82%

Best Scolipede Abilities

  • #1

    Speed Boost

    The Pokémon's Speed stat is boosted every turn.

    97.91%
  • #2

    Poison Point

    Contact with the Pokémon may poison the attacker.

    1.94%
  • #3

    Swarm

    Powers up Bug-type moves when the Pokémon's HP is low.

    0.15%

Best Scolipede Items

  • #1
    Focus Sash

    Focus Sash

    Prevents a one-hit knockout.

    36.29%
  • #2
    Life Orb

    Life Orb

    Raises the power of moves, but causes recoil damage.

    23.02%
  • #3
    Wide Lens

    Wide Lens

    Boosts accuracy of holder by an 110%.

    6.73%
  • #4
    Sitrus Berry

    Sitrus Berry

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

    6.03%
  • #5
    Mental Herb

    Mental Herb

    Prevents attraction. Consumed after use.

    5.30%
  • #6
    Poison Barb

    Poison Barb

    Raises the power of Poison-type moves.

    4.79%
  • #7
    Leftovers

    Leftovers

    Heals a little HP at the end of each turn.

    4.51%
  • #8
    Expert Belt

    Expert Belt

    Increases the power of super effective moves.

    3.32%
  • #9
    Occa Berry

    Occa Berry

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

    2.80%
  • #10
    White Herb

    White Herb

    Raises a lowered stat.

    1.52%
  • #11

    Other

    5.69%

Best Scolipede Teammates

  • #1
    IncineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    5.43%
  • #2
    GrimmsnarlGrimmsnarl
    DARFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    5.10%
  • #3
    SinistchaSinistcha
    GRAGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    4.71%
  • #4
    WhimsicottWhimsicott
    GRAFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    3.74%
  • #5
    FarigirafFarigiraf
    NORPSY
    TeamsBuilder
    3.61%
  • #6
    KingambitKingambit
    DARSTE
    TeamsBuilder
    3.52%
  • #7
    Staraptor-MegaStaraptor-Mega
    FIGFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    3.29%
  • #8
    AraquanidAraquanid
    WATBUG
    TeamsBuilder
    3.22%
  • #9
    BasculegionBasculegion
    WATGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    3.09%
  • #10
    AnnihilapeAnnihilape
    FIGGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    2.79%
  • #11

    Other

    61.50%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Scolipede?

The best moveset for Scolipede in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Protect, Poison Jab, Swords Dance, Baton Pass.

How to counter Scolipede in Champions?

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

What is the best item for Scolipede?

The best item for Scolipede is typically Focus Sash, based on high-level tournament and ladder stats.