Competitive Information for Alakazam (Mega) [Sun/Moon]
Psychic
Abilities:
On switch-in, or when it can, this Pokemon copies a random adjacent foe's Ability.
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Movesets for Singles
Looking for a competitive moveset for Alakazam-mega? These builds are optimized for Sun/Moon Single Battles. The movesets and EVs are designed to maximize damage against common opponents and threats in the Sun/Moon metagame. Check out the expert movesets below to boost your battle performance and dominate your opponents!
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Get hyped for Alakazam-Mega, a sensational Pokémon with Psychic typing! It's to see Alakazam-Mega show up as a Sun/Moon opponent. It is weak to Bug, Dark, and Ghost-typed attacks. Delve into Alakazam-Mega's movesets below and strategize for victory!
Item: Alakazite
Ability: Trace
Nature: Timid (+Spe, -Atk)
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Focus Blast
- Psychic / Psyshock
- Shadow Ball
- Recover
Alakazam proves to be an impressive Special Sweeper for single battles. This moveset was constructed to overwhelm foes with intense special attacks. With Trace, on switch-in or when it can Alakazam copies a random adjacent foe's ability. With a Alakazite equipped to it, if held by an alakazam, this item allows it to mega evolve in battle.
◆ Psychic is a special STAB-boosted 90-base power Psychic-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Psyshock is a special STAB-boosted 80-base power Psychic-type move (damages target based on defense, not special defense).
◆ Shadow Ball is a special 80-base power Ghost-type move (20% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Recover is a status move (heals your Alakazam by 50% of its max hp).
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Item: Alakazite
Ability: Trace
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
Nature: Timid (+Spe, -Atk)
EVs: 220 Hp / 36 Def / 252 SpA
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Psychic / Psyshock
- Foul Play
- Energy Ball
- Dazzling Gleam
When it comes to single battles, Alakazam shines as a brilliant Special Sweeper. It's purpose is to take down the opponent's team with powerful special power. With Trace, on switch-in or when it can Alakazam copies a random adjacent foe's ability. With a Alakazite equipped to it, if held by an alakazam, this item allows it to mega evolve in battle.
◆ Psyshock is a special STAB-boosted 80-base power Psychic-type move (damages target based on defense, not special defense).
◆ Foul Play is a physical 95-base power Dark-type move (uses target's attack stat in damage calculation).
◆ Energy Ball is a special 90-base power Grass-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Dazzling Gleam is a special 80-base power Fairy-type move (no additional effect. Hits adjacent foes).
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Movesets for Doubles
Need a strong doubles moveset for Alakazam-mega? These builds are perfect for VGC (Pokémon Video Game Championship) and other competitive Sun/Moon 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 Sun/Moon metagame with these expert-crafted setups!
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Item: Alakazite
Ability: Trace
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
Nature: Timid (+Spe, -Atk)
EVs: 220 Hp / 36 Def / 252 SpA
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Dazzling Gleam
- Psychic / Psyshock
- Foul Play
- Energy Ball
For those intense double battles, Alakazam is a sensational Special Sweeper. It's goal is to crush rivals using heavy-hitting special moves. With Trace, on switch-in or when it can Alakazam copies a random adjacent foe's ability. With a Alakazite equipped to it, if held by an alakazam, this item allows it to mega evolve in battle.
◆ Psychic is a special STAB-boosted 90-base power Psychic-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Psyshock is a special STAB-boosted 80-base power Psychic-type move (damages target based on defense, not special defense).
◆ Foul Play is a physical 95-base power Dark-type move (uses target's attack stat in damage calculation).
◆ Energy Ball is a special 90-base power Grass-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
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Item: Alakazite
Ability: Trace
Nature: Quiet (+SpA, -Spe)
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
EVs: 220 Hp / 36 Def / 252 SpA
Moveset:
- Psychic / Psyshock
- Foul Play
- Energy Ball
- Trick Room
Taking on single battles? Alakazam is a stunning Offensive Trick Roomer. With Trace, on switch-in or when it can Alakazam copies a random adjacent foe's ability. With a Alakazite equipped to it, if held by an alakazam, this item allows it to mega evolve in battle.
◆ Psyshock is a special STAB-boosted 80-base power Psychic-type move (damages target based on defense, not special defense).
◆ Foul Play is a physical 95-base power Dark-type move (uses target's attack stat in damage calculation).
◆ Energy Ball is a special 90-base power Grass-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Trick Room is a status move (goes last. For 5 turns, turn order is reversed).
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Movepool
Want to know what moves Alakazam-mega can learn? Check out the full list of moves available in the Pokemon Sun/Moon 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-mega.
Damage Modifiers:
Combo List
These are a list of several common move combinations Alakazam-mega can perform in Sun/Moon. 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 SM Move and Ability Combos for Alakazam-mega
- Moves: Swagger + Foul play
- Moves: Swagger + Psych up
- Moves: Rest + Sleep talk
- Moves: Rest + Snore
- Moves: Substitute + Drain punch
- Move: Swagger + Item: Mirror Herb
- Move: Fling + Item: King's Rock
- Move: Facade + Item: Flame Orb
- Move: Facade + Item: Toxic Orb
- Item: Blunder Policy + Move: Dynamic Punch
- Item: Blunder Policy + Move: Zap Cannon
- Moves with Priority: Ally Switch, Bide, Endure, Magic Coat, Protect, Snatch
- Moves that inflict status: Thunder Wave, Toxic
Moves that boost Alakazam-mega's stats
- Barrier
- Calm Mind
- Charge Beam
- Curse
- Rage
- Skull Bash
Most notable and possible best moves for Alakazam-mega
- Calm Mind
- Dazzling Gleam
- Encore
- Energy Ball
- Focus Blast
- Hidden Power
- Knock Off
- Light Screen
- Protect
- Psychic
- Psyshock
- Recover
- Reflect
- Rest
- Shadow Ball
- Taunt
- Teleport
- Toxic
Common Effort Values for Alakazam-mega in Sun and Moon
- Timid Nature ( 0/0/0/252/4/252/ )
- Timid Nature ( 0/0/4/252/0/252/ )
- Optimize Alakazam-mega's Defensive EV-spread for Pokemon Sun and Moon
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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