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Skarmory

Skarmory

STEELFLYING
HP
65
Atk
80
Def
140
SpA
40
SpD
70
Spe
70
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Weaknesses

  • ELECTRIC2x
  • FIRE2x

Best Nature

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

Best Moveset

  1. Iron HeadSTEELPhysical23.8%
  2. Brave BirdFLYINGPhysical22.9%
  3. ProtectNORMALStatus21.5%
  4. Rock TombROCKPhysical12.3%

Best Ability / Item

StalwartSkarmoriteSkarmorite

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Best Skarmory Moves

  • #1

    Iron Head

    STEPhysical80 BP

    The user slams the target with its steel-hard head. This may also make the target flinch.

    23.84%
  • #2

    Brave Bird

    FLYPhysical120 BP

    The user tucks in its wings and charges at a low altitude. This also damages the user quite a lot.

    22.85%
  • #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.

    21.52%
  • #4

    Rock Tomb

    ROCPhysical60 BP

    The user hurls boulders at the target to inflict damage. This also lowers the target's Speed stat by cutting off its movement.

    12.25%
  • #5

    Tailwind

    FLYStatus

    The user whips up a turbulent whirlwind that boosts the Speed stats of itself and its allies for four turns.

    7.95%
  • #6

    Rock Slide

    ROCPhysical75 BP

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

    3.64%
  • #7

    Taunt

    DARStatus

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

    2.98%
  • #8

    Dual Wingbeat

    FLYPhysical40 BP

    The user slams the target with its wings to inflict damage. The target is hit twice in a row.

    1.99%
  • #9

    Swords Dance

    NORStatus

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

    1.66%
  • #10

    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.

    1.32%

Best Skarmory Natures

  • #1

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

    97.40%
  • #2

    Calm 32/0/0/2/32/0

    1.30%
  • #3

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

    1.30%

Best Skarmory Abilities

  • #1

    Stalwart

    98.70%
  • #2

    Sturdy

    The Pokémon cannot be knocked out by a single hit as long as its HP is full. One-hit KO moves will also fail to knock it out.

    1.30%

Best Skarmory Items

  • #1
    Skarmorite

    Skarmorite

    Allows Skarmory to Mega Evolve into Mega Skarmory.

    99.35%
  • #2
    Quick Claw

    Quick Claw

    May allow the user to move first.

    0.65%

Best Skarmory Teammates

  • #1
    sneaslerSneasler
    FIGPOI
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    16.11%
  • #2
    garchompGarchomp
    DRAGRO
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    16.11%
  • #3
    basculegion-maleBasculegion-male
    WATGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    15.64%
  • #4
    whimsicottWhimsicott
    GRAFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    13.27%
  • #5
    archaludonArchaludon
    STEDRA
    TeamsBuilder
    7.11%
  • #6
    sylveonSylveon
    FAI
    TeamsBuilder
    7.11%
  • #7
    incineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    6.64%
  • #8
    hydreigonHydreigon
    DARDRA
    TeamsBuilder
    6.64%
  • #9
    charizard-mega-yCharizard-mega-y
    FIRFLY
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    5.69%
  • #10
    kingambitKingambit
    DARSTE
    TeamsBuilder
    5.69%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Skarmory?

The best moveset for Skarmory in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Iron Head, Brave Bird, Protect, Rock Tomb.

How to counter Skarmory in Champions?

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

What is the best item for Skarmory?

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