Note on TTV (True Total Value): TTV is a total sum of all stats except the unused attack stat. It includes either Attack or Special Attack, depending on which is more likely to be used in battles.
Competitive Information for Reshiram [Black/White]
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Weakness Chart for Dragon/Fire-type:
Bug
Dark
Dragon
Electric
Fighting
Fire
Flying
Ghost
Grass
0.5x
2x
0.5x
0.25x
0.25x
Ground
Ice
Normal
Poison
Psychic
Rock
Steel
Water
2x
2x
0.5x
¼x
½x
2x
4x
Movesets for Singles
Looking for a competitive moveset for Reshiram? These builds are optimized for Black/White Single Battles. The movesets and EVs are designed to maximize damage against common opponents and threats in the Black/White metagame. Check out the expert movesets below to boost your battle performance and dominate your opponents!
Meet Reshiram, the incredible Pokémon of Dragon and Fire types! It's a sight to see Reshiram out in the 5th generation battlefield. It is weak to Dragon, Ground, and Rock-typed attacks. Explore the movesets below to see how Reshiram performs in battles.
Prepare for single battles with Reshiram as a prodigious Special Sweeper. The objective of this moveset is to crush rivals using intense special moves. Choice Specs will increase the damage of Reshiram's special moves by 1.5x but will lock you into the first move you pick. Life Orb boosts the power of Reshiram's damaging moves by 1.3x but it then loses 1/10 its max HP immediately after the attack. With Turboblaze, Reshiram's moves and their effects ignore the abilities of other pokemon.
◆ Draco Meteor is a special STAB-boosted 140-base power Dragon-type move (lowers your Reshiram's special attack by 2 stages). ◆ Dragon Pulse is a special STAB-boosted 90-base power Dragon-type move that deals a hefty amount of damage. ◆ Overheat is a special STAB-boosted 140-base power Fire-type move (lowers your Reshiram's special attack by 2 stages). ◆ Fusion Flare is a special STAB-boosted 100-base power Fire-type move (power doubles if used after fusion bolt this turn). ◆ Earth Power is a special 90-base power Ground-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage). ◆ Hyper Voice is a special 90-base power Normal-type move (no additional effect. Hits adjacent foes). ◆ Hyper Beam is a special 150-base power Normal-type move (Reshiram cannot move next turn).
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Movesets for Doubles
Need a strong doubles moveset for Reshiram? These builds are perfect for VGC (Pokémon Video Game Championship) and other competitive Black/White Double Battles. The VGC is the ultimate test of strategy and skill, and these movesets and EVs are designed to excel against multiple opponents at once while providing essential support to your team. Dominate the Black/White metagame with these expert-crafted setups!
Reshiram proves to be a prominent Special Sweeper for double battles. It's purpose is to overwhelm foes with lethal special attacks. Choice Specs will increase the damage of Reshiram's special moves by 1.5x but will lock you into the first move you pick. Life Orb boosts the power of Reshiram's damaging moves by 1.3x but it then loses 1/10 its max HP immediately after the attack. With Turboblaze, Reshiram's moves and their effects ignore the abilities of other pokemon.
◆ Heat Wave is a special STAB-boosted 100-base power Fire-type move (10% chance to burn the foes). ◆ Overheat is a special STAB-boosted 140-base power Fire-type move (lowers your Reshiram's special attack by 2 stages). ◆ Draco Meteor is a special STAB-boosted 140-base power Dragon-type move (lowers your Reshiram's special attack by 2 stages). ◆ Dragon Pulse is a special STAB-boosted 90-base power Dragon-type move that deals a substantial amount of damage. ◆ Hyper Voice is a special 90-base power Normal-type move (no additional effect. Hits adjacent foes). ◆ Hyper Beam is a special 150-base power Normal-type move (Reshiram cannot move next turn). ◆ Earth Power is a special 90-base power Ground-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
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Movepool
Want to know what moves Reshiram can learn? Check out the full list of moves available in the Pokemon Black/White generation.
Sort and organize the learnset by type, category, accuracy, and power. Moves in bold get the same-type attack bonus (STAB) when used by Reshiram.
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Note: The damage listed here under Versus is not actually calculated using the in-game damage formula. It is simply calculated using typing weaknesses and resistances from the selected type-matchup modifier along with STAB (if applied) to help sort through and give a general idea as to how powerful certain moves might be towards that selected typing after modifiers are applied. Several moves listed here may have additional effects that might alter actual damage output which are not factored on this specific list. Use damage calculators to find actual damage amounts.
Combo List
These are a list of several common move combinations Reshiram can perform in Black/White. Not every combo going to be game-changing, but some can be pretty fun to play with. Sometimes these can be easily overlooked or forgotten, hence why we find and list them here. Discover what items, abilities, and moves this Pokemon can use in combination with each other to gain a strategic advantage in competitive battles.
Competitive BW Move and Ability Combos for Reshiram
Moves: Sunny day + Solar beam
Moves: Safeguard + Outrage
Moves: Rest + Sleep talk
Moves: Rest + Snore
Move: Swagger + Item: Mirror Herb
Move: Fling + Item: King's Rock
Move: Facade + Item: Flame Orb
Move: Facade + Item: Toxic Orb
Moves with Priority: Protect
Moves that inflict status: Will-O-Wisp, Toxic
Moves that boost Reshiram's stats
Ancient Power
Flame Charge
Hone Claws
Most notable and possible best moves for Reshiram
Light Screen
Protect
Reflect
Rest
Roost
Toxic
Common Effort Values for Reshiram in Black and White
Explore the latest analytical usage data for this Pokémon from various VGC and online competitions. We use this data to develop our strategies and movesets. The data is categorized by competition and skill level: top-ranking trainers, mid-level players, and entry-level players.
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