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Steelix

Steelix

STEELGROUND
HP
75
Atk
85
Def
200
SpA
55
SpD
65
Spe
30
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Weaknesses

  • FIGHTING2x
  • FIRE2x
  • GROUND2x
  • WATER2x

Best Nature

Brave 32/32/0/0/2/0

Best Moveset

  1. Heavy SlamSTEELPhysical24.8%
  2. ProtectNORMALStatus17.8%
  3. Wide GuardROCKStatus16.8%
  4. High HorsepowerGROUNDPhysical13.9%

Best Ability / Item

Sand ForceSteelixiteSteelixite

Steelix technical VGC usage sections

Best Steelix Moves

  • #1

    Heavy Slam

    STEPhysical

    The user slams into the target with its heavy body. The more the user outweighs the target, the greater the move's power.

    24.75%
  • #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.

    17.82%
  • #3

    Wide Guard

    ROCStatus

    The user and its allies are protected from wide-ranging attacks for one turn.

    16.83%
  • #4

    High Horsepower

    GROPhysical95 BP

    The user fiercely attacks the target using its entire body.

    13.86%
  • #5

    Earthquake

    GROPhysical100 BP

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

    9.90%
  • #6

    Body Press

    FIGPhysical80 BP

    The user attacks by slamming its body into the target. The higher the user's Defense stat, the greater the damage this move deals.

    8.91%
  • #7

    Stealth Rock

    ROCStatus

    The user lays a trap of levitating stones around the opposing team. The trap damages opposing Pokémon that switch into battle.

    3.96%
  • #8

    Psychic Fangs

    PSYPhysical85 BP

    The user attacks by biting the target with its psychic capabilities. This move can also break barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.

    1.98%
  • #9

    Stone Edge

    ROCPhysical100 BP

    The user stabs the target with sharpened stones. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.

    0.99%
  • #10

    Stomping Tantrum

    GROPhysical75 BP

    Driven by frustration, the user attacks the target. This move's power is doubled if the user's previous move failed.

    0.99%

Best Steelix Natures

  • #1

    Brave 32/32/0/0/2/0

    73.08%
  • #2

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

    15.38%
  • #3

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

    7.69%
  • #4

    Impish 32/2/32/0/0/0

    3.85%

Best Steelix Abilities

  • #1

    Sand Force

    76.92%
  • #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.

    23.08%

Best Steelix Items

  • #1
    Steelixite

    Steelixite

    Allows Steelix to Mega Evolve into Mega Steelix.

    86.96%
  • #2
    Leftovers

    Leftovers

    Heals a little HP at the end of each turn.

    10.87%
  • #3
    Sitrus Berry

    Sitrus Berry

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

    2.17%

Best Steelix Teammates

  • #1
    tyranitar-megaTyranitar-mega
    ROCDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    18.57%
  • #2
    sinistchaSinistcha
    GRAGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    15.71%
  • #3
    sneaslerSneasler
    FIGPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    12.86%
  • #4
    talonflameTalonflame
    FIRFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    12.86%
  • #5
    rotom-washRotom-wash
    ELEWAT
    TeamsBuilder
    12.86%
  • #6
    whimsicottWhimsicott
    GRAFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    8.57%
  • #7
    gengarGengar
    GHOPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    5.71%
  • #8
    charizard-mega-yCharizard-mega-y
    FIRFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    4.29%
  • #9
    incineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    4.29%
  • #10
    hydrappleHydrapple
    GRADRA
    TeamsBuilder
    4.29%

Teams with Steelix

SneaslerSteelix MegaTyranitar MegaSinistchaGyaradosGardevoir
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GrimmsnarlDragoniteSteelix MegaTauros-Paldea-AquaWhimsicottPolitoed
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Gengar MegaAzumarillSceptileSteelixCharizardRaichu
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Charizard Mega YArcanine-HisuiWhimsicottSteelixGengarGarchomp
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BelliboltPrimarinaTrevenantFarigirafSteelix MegaIncineroar
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CorviknightTyranitar MegaKommo-OFroslass MegaGarchompSteelix Mega
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TalonflameSneaslerSteelix MegaTyranitar MegaRotom-WashSinistcha
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Tyranitar MegaExcadrillGarchompIncineroarSteelix MegaSinistcha
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Steelix MegaTyranitarDragoniteVolcaronaSylveonOranguru
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KrookodilePinsir MegaSalazzleHydrappleSlowbroSteelix Mega
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Steelix?

The best moveset for Steelix in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Heavy Slam, Protect, Wide Guard, High Horsepower.

How to counter Steelix in Champions?

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

What is the best item for Steelix?

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