Competitive Information for Alakazam [Ruby/Sapphire]
Psychic
Abilities:
This Pokemon cannot be made to flinch.
If another Pokemon burns/poisons/paralyzes this Pokemon, it also gets that status.
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Movesets for Singles
Looking for a competitive moveset for Alakazam? These builds are optimized for Ruby/Sapphire Single Battles. The movesets and EVs are designed to maximize damage against common opponents and threats in the Ruby/Sapphire metagame. Check out the expert movesets below to boost your battle performance and dominate your opponents!
Alakazam is here! This renowned Pokémon is Psychic-typed and ready to shine! It's a sight to see Alakazam out in the 3rd generation battlefield. It is weak to Bug, Dark, and Ghost-typed attacks. Discover how Alakazam excels in battles with the movesets provided below.
Item: Leftovers / Petaya Berry
Ability: Synchronize
Nature: Timid (+Spe, -Atk)
EVs: 4 Hp / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Psychic
- Fire Punch
- Calm Mind
- Encore
In single battles, Alakazam's Special Sweeper role is popular. It's goal is to take down the opponent's team with powerful special power. Keep in mind back before Generation IV, a move's damage category was determined by its type. The Petaya Berry will raise Alakazam's Sp. Atk by 1 stage when it reaches 1/4 max HP or less and gets consumed. Leftovers are always a great recovery option to ensure Alakazam last longer regaining it's health every turn. With Synchronize, if another pokemon burns/poisons/paralyzes Alakazam it also gets that status.
◆ Fire Punch is a special 75-base power Fire-type move (10% chance to burn the target).
◆ Calm Mind is a status move (raises your Alakazam's special attack and special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Encore is a status move (the target repeats its last move for 3-6 turns).
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Item: Twisted Spoon
Ability: Synchronize
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
Nature: Timid (+Spe, -Atk)
EVs: 68 Hp / 104 Def / 252 SpA / 84 Spe
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Psychic / Psybeam
- Fire Punch
- Ice Punch
- Thunder Punch
Alakazam stands out as an incredible Special Sweeper in single battles. This strategy is built to crush rivals using formidable special moves. Remember before Generation IV, a move's damage category was determined by its type. With Synchronize, if another pokemon burns/poisons/paralyzes Alakazam it also gets that status. With a Twisted Spoon equipped to it, Alakazam's psychic-type attacks have 1.1x power.
◆ Psybeam is a special STAB-boosted 65-base power Psychic-type move (10% chance to confuse the target).
◆ Fire Punch is a special 75-base power Fire-type move (10% chance to burn the target).
◆ Ice Punch is a special 75-base power Ice-type move (10% chance to freeze the target).
◆ Thunder Punch is a special 75-base power Electric-type move (10% chance to paralyze the target).
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Movesets for Doubles
Need a strong doubles moveset for Alakazam? These builds are perfect for VGC (Pokémon Video Game Championship) and other competitive Ruby/Sapphire 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 Ruby/Sapphire metagame with these expert-crafted setups!
Item: Twisted Spoon
Ability: Synchronize
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
Nature: Timid (+Spe, -Atk)
EVs: 68 Hp / 104 Def / 252 SpA / 84 Spe
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Psychic / Psybeam
- Fire Punch
- Ice Punch
- Thunder Punch
Alakazam shows popular Special Sweeper prowess in double battles. This build is crafted to overwhelm foes with intense special power. Don't forget back before Generation IV, a move's damage category was determined by its type. With Synchronize, if another pokemon burns/poisons/paralyzes Alakazam it also gets that status. With a Twisted Spoon equipped to it, Alakazam's psychic-type attacks have 1.1x power.
◆ Psybeam is a special STAB-boosted 65-base power Psychic-type move (10% chance to confuse the target).
◆ Fire Punch is a special 75-base power Fire-type move (10% chance to burn the target).
◆ Ice Punch is a special 75-base power Ice-type move (10% chance to freeze the target).
◆ Thunder Punch is a special 75-base power Electric-type move (10% chance to paralyze the target).
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Movepool
Want to know what moves Alakazam can learn? Check out the full list of moves available in the Pokemon Ruby/Sapphire 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 Alakazam.
Damage Modifiers:
Combo List
These are a list of several common move combinations Alakazam can perform in Ruby/Sapphire. 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 RS Move and Ability Combos for Alakazam
- Moves: Swagger + Psych up
- Moves: Rest + Sleep talk
- Moves: Rest + Snore
- Move: Swagger + Item: Mirror Herb
- Move: Facade + Item: Flame Orb
- Move: Facade + Item: Toxic Orb
- Item: Blunder Policy + Move: Dynamic Punch
- Moves with Priority: Endure, Protect, Snatch
- Moves that inflict status: Thunder Wave, Toxic
Moves that boost Alakazam's stats
- Barrier
- Calm Mind
Most notable and possible best moves for Alakazam
- Calm Mind
- Encore
- Fire Punch
- Hidden Power Grass
- Hidden Power Water
- Knock Off
- Light Screen
- Protect
- Psychic
- Reflect
- Rest
- Substitute
- Taunt
- Teleport
- Thunder Punch
- Toxic
Common Effort Values for Alakazam in Ruby and Sapphire
- Timid Nature ( 4/0/0/252/0/252/ )
- Timid Nature ( 0/0/0/252/4/252/ )
- Optimize Alakazam's Defensive EV-spread for Pokemon Ruby and Sapphire
Usage Data
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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