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Talonflame

Talonflame

FIREFLYING
HP
78
Atk
81
Def
71
SpA
74
SpD
69
Spe
126
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Weaknesses

  • ROCK4x
  • ELECTRIC2x
  • WATER2x

Best Nature

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

Best Moveset

  1. TailwindFLYINGStatus25.3%
  2. ProtectNORMALStatus22.6%
  3. Flare BlitzFIREPhysical16.0%
  4. Dual WingbeatFLYINGPhysical10.4%

Best Ability / Item

Gale WingsSharp BeakSharp Beak

Talonflame technical VGC usage sections

Best Talonflame Moves

  • #1

    Tailwind

    FLYStatus

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

    25.31%
  • #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.

    22.59%
  • #3

    Flare Blitz

    FIRPhysical120 BP

    The user cloaks itself in fire and charges the target to inflict damage. This also damages the user quite a lot and may leave the target with a burn.

    15.97%
  • #4

    Dual Wingbeat

    FLYPhysical40 BP

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

    10.44%
  • #5

    Brave Bird

    FLYPhysical120 BP

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

    9.35%
  • #6

    Acrobatics

    FLYPhysical55 BP

    The user nimbly strikes the target. This attack does massive damage if the user isn't holding an item.

    6.07%
  • #7

    Will-O-Wisp

    FIRStatus

    The user shoots a sinister flame at the target to inflict a burn.

    4.75%
  • #8

    Quick Guard

    FIGStatus

    The user protects itself and its allies from priority moves.

    2.73%
  • #9

    Taunt

    DARStatus

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

    1.48%
  • #10

    Overheat

    FIRSpecial130 BP

    The user attacks the target with all its might. The recoil from this move harshly lowers the user's Sp. Atk stat.

    1.32%

Best Talonflame Natures

  • #1

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

    94.07%
  • #2

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

    3.86%
  • #3

    Naive 8/1/0/30/0/27

    1.48%
  • #4

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

    0.59%

Best Talonflame Abilities

  • #1

    Gale Wings

    Gives priority to the Pokémon's Flying-type moves while its HP is full.

    100.00%

Best Talonflame Items

  • #1
    Sharp Beak

    Sharp Beak

    Raises the power of Flying-type moves.

    74.80%
  • #2
    Focus Sash

    Focus Sash

    Prevents a one-hit knockout.

    17.07%
  • #3
    Charcoal

    Charcoal

    Raises the power of Fire-type moves.

    3.66%
  • #4
    Life Orb

    Life Orb

    Raises the power of moves, but causes recoil damage.

    2.44%
  • #5
    Sitrus Berry

    Sitrus Berry

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

    2.03%

Best Talonflame Teammates

  • #1
    garchompGarchomp
    DRAGRO
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    19.85%
  • #2
    kingambitKingambit
    DARSTE
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    16.03%
  • #3
    basculegion-maleBasculegion-male
    WATGHO
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    11.67%
  • #4
    sneaslerSneasler
    FIGPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    9.81%
  • #5
    rotom-washRotom-wash
    ELEWAT
    TeamsBuilder
    9.38%
  • #6
    floette-megaFloette-mega
    FAI
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    9.16%
  • #7
    gardevoir-megaGardevoir-mega
    PSYFAI
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    6.98%
  • #8
    sinistchaSinistcha
    GRAGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    6.00%
  • #9
    maushold-family-of-threeMaushold-family-of-three
    NOR
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    5.78%
  • #10
    incineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    5.34%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Talonflame?

The best moveset for Talonflame in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Tailwind, Protect, Flare Blitz, Dual Wingbeat.

How to counter Talonflame in Champions?

In the Pokémon Champions meta, Talonflame can be countered by exploiting its weaknesses (rock 4x, electric 2x, water 2x) and using effective check/counter teams.

What is the best item for Talonflame?

The best item for Talonflame is typically Sharp Beak, based on high-level tournament and ladder stats.