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Torkoal

Torkoal

FIRE
HP
70
Atk
85
Def
140
SpA
85
SpD
70
Spe
20
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Weaknesses

  • GROUND2x
  • ROCK2x
  • WATER2x

Best Nature

Quiet 32/0/0/32/2/0

Best Moveset

  1. EruptionFIRESpecial24.1%
  2. ProtectNORMALStatus23.9%
  3. Weather BallNORMALSpecial15.3%
  4. Heat WaveFIRESpecial14.1%

Best Ability / Item

DroughtCharcoalCharcoal

Torkoal technical VGC usage sections

Best Torkoal Moves

  • #1

    Eruption

    FIRSpecial150 BP

    The user attacks opposing Pokémon with explosive fury. The lower the user's HP, the lower the move's power.

    24.14%
  • #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.

    23.95%
  • #3

    Weather Ball

    NORSpecial50 BP

    This move's type and power change depending on the weather at the time the move is used.

    15.27%
  • #4

    Heat Wave

    FIRSpecial95 BP

    The user attacks by exhaling hot breath on opposing Pokémon. This may also leave them with a burn.

    14.08%
  • #5

    Earth Power

    GROSpecial90 BP

    The user makes the ground under the target erupt with power. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.

    8.99%
  • #6

    Solar Beam

    GRASpecial120 BP

    The user gathers light on the first turn, then blasts a bundled beam on the next turn.

    5.09%
  • #7

    Helping Hand

    NORStatus

    The user assists an ally by boosting the power of that ally's attack.

    4.09%
  • #8

    Yawn

    NORStatus

    The user lets loose a huge yawn that lulls the target into falling asleep on the next turn.

    2.01%
  • #9

    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.

    1.51%
  • #10

    Flamethrower

    FIRSpecial90 BP

    The target is scorched with an intense blast of fire. This may also leave the target with a burn.

    0.88%

Best Torkoal Natures

  • #1

    Quiet 32/0/0/32/2/0

    91.44%
  • #2

    Modest 32/0/0/32/2/0

    3.67%
  • #3

    Relaxed 32/0/32/2/0/0

    3.67%
  • #4

    Bold 32/0/32/2/0/0

    0.98%
  • #5

    quiet 32/0/0/32/2/0

    0.24%

Best Torkoal Abilities

  • #1

    Drought

    Turns the sunlight harsh when the Pokémon enters a battle.

    100.00%

Best Torkoal Items

  • #1
    Charcoal

    Charcoal

    Raises the power of Fire-type moves.

    89.00%
  • #2
    Leftovers

    Leftovers

    Heals a little HP at the end of each turn.

    4.89%
  • #3
    Heat Rock

    Heat Rock

    Extends the duration of harsh sunlight .

    3.18%
  • #4
    Sitrus Berry

    Sitrus Berry

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

    0.98%
  • #5
    Life Orb

    Life Orb

    Raises the power of moves, but causes recoil damage.

    0.98%
  • #6
    Focus Sash

    Focus Sash

    Prevents a one-hit knockout.

    0.49%
  • #7
    White Herb

    White Herb

    Raises a lowered stat.

    0.24%
  • #8
    Quick Claw

    Quick Claw

    May allow the user to move first.

    0.24%

Best Torkoal Teammates

  • #1
    farigirafFarigiraf
    NORPSY
    TeamsBuilder
    30.03%
  • #2
    kingambitKingambit
    DARSTE
    TeamsBuilder
    10.86%
  • #3
    incineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    10.76%
  • #4
    kangaskhan-megaKangaskhan-mega
    NOR
    TeamsBuilder
    10.39%
  • #5
    sylveonSylveon
    FAI
    TeamsBuilder
    9.35%
  • #6
    basculegion-maleBasculegion-male
    WATGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    6.23%
  • #7
    venusaurVenusaur
    GRAPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    6.23%
  • #8
    hattereneHatterene
    PSYFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    5.57%
  • #9
    oranguruOranguru
    NORPSY
    TeamsBuilder
    5.38%
  • #10
    sneaslerSneasler
    FIGPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    5.19%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Torkoal?

The best moveset for Torkoal in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Eruption, Protect, Weather Ball, Heat Wave.

How to counter Torkoal in Champions?

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

What is the best item for Torkoal?

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