Competitive Information for Luvdisc [Sun/Moon]
Water
Abilities:
This Pokemon has its status cured at the end of each turn if Rain Dance is active.
If Rain Dance is active, this Pokemon's Speed is doubled.
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Movesets for Singles
Looking for a competitive moveset for Luvdisc? 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!
Unveil the power of Luvdisc, a cool Pokémon known for its Water typing! It's a sight to see Luvdisc out in the 7th generation battlefield. Its only type-related weaknesses are Electric and Grass. Want to master Luvdisc's movesets? Dive into our detailed strategies below!
Item: Waterium Z / Focus Sash
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Adamant (+Atk, -SpA)
EVs: 244 Hp / 252 Atk / 12 Def
Moveset:
- Liquidation / Waterfall
- Double-Edge / Return
- Heart Stamp
- Toxic
Luvdisc is an impressive Physical Sweeper to use for single battles. The intention of this moveset is to take down the opponent's team with brute physical moves. Focus Sash helps protect Luvdisc from being one-shotted and allowing it to atleast use a crucial move when brought out. With Swift Swim, Luvdisc's speed is doubled during rainy weather. With a Waterium Z equipped to it, if Luvdisc has a water move, this item allows it to use a water z-move.
◆ Waterfall is a physical STAB-boosted 80-base power Water-type move (20% chance to make the target flinch).
◆ Double-Edge is a physical 120-base power Normal-type move (has 33% recoil).
◆ Return is a physical 0-base power Normal-type move (max 102 power at maximum happiness).
◆ Heart Stamp is a physical 60-base power Psychic-type move (30% chance to make the target flinch).
◆ Toxic is a status move (badly poisons the target; Note: Poison types can't miss with Toxic).
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Item: Waterium Z / Focus Sash
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
EVs: 244 Hp / 12 Def / 252 SpA
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Surf / Scald
- Ice Beam / Icy Wind
- Hidden Power / Round
- Draining Kiss
Prepare for single battles with Luvdisc as a superb Special Sweeper. It's purpose is to overwhelm foes with devastating special moves. Focus Sash helps protect Luvdisc from being one-shotted and allowing it to atleast use a crucial move when brought out. With Swift Swim, Luvdisc's speed is doubled during rainy weather. With a Waterium Z equipped to it, if Luvdisc has a water move, this item allows it to use a water z-move.
◆ Scald is a special STAB-boosted 80-base power Water-type move (30% chance to burn the target. Thaws target).
◆ Ice Beam is a special 90-base power Ice-type move (10% chance to freeze the target).
◆ Icy Wind is a special 55-base power Ice-type move (100% chance to lower the foes speed by 1 stage).
◆ Hidden Power is a special 60-base power Normal-type move (varies in type based on your Luvdisc's ivs).
◆ Round is a special 60-base power Normal-type move (power doubles if others used round this turn).
◆ Draining Kiss is a special 50-base power Fairy-type move (Luvdisc recovers 75% of the damage dealt).
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Movesets for Doubles
Need a strong doubles moveset for Luvdisc? 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!
Item: Waterium Z / Focus Sash
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Adamant (+Atk, -SpA)
EVs: 244 Hp / 252 Atk / 12 Def
Moveset:
- Liquidation / Waterfall
- Double-Edge / Return
- Heart Stamp
- Toxic
Taking on double battles? Luvdisc is a fabulous Physical Sweeper. This moveset is tailored to crush rivals using brute physical attacks. Focus Sash helps protect Luvdisc from being one-shotted and allowing it to atleast use a crucial move when brought out. With Swift Swim, Luvdisc's speed is doubled during rainy weather. With a Waterium Z equipped to it, if Luvdisc has a water move, this item allows it to use a water z-move.
◆ Waterfall is a physical STAB-boosted 80-base power Water-type move (20% chance to make the target flinch).
◆ Double-Edge is a physical 120-base power Normal-type move (has 33% recoil).
◆ Return is a physical 0-base power Normal-type move (max 102 power at maximum happiness).
◆ Heart Stamp is a physical 60-base power Psychic-type move (30% chance to make the target flinch).
◆ Toxic is a status move (badly poisons the target; Note: Poison types can't miss with Toxic).
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Item: Waterium Z / Focus Sash
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
EVs: 244 Hp / 12 Def / 252 SpA
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Surf / Scald
- Icy Wind / Ice Beam
- Hidden Power / Round
- Draining Kiss
Luvdisc makes an a brilliant Special Sweeper in double battles. It's goal is to crush rivals using devastating special attacks. Focus Sash helps protect Luvdisc from being one-shotted and allowing it to atleast use a crucial move when brought out. With Swift Swim, Luvdisc's speed is doubled during rainy weather. With a Waterium Z equipped to it, if Luvdisc has a water move, this item allows it to use a water z-move.
◆ Scald is a special STAB-boosted 80-base power Water-type move (30% chance to burn the target. Thaws target).
◆ Icy Wind is a special 55-base power Ice-type move (100% chance to lower the foes speed by 1 stage).
◆ Ice Beam is a special 90-base power Ice-type move (10% chance to freeze the target).
◆ Hidden Power is a special 60-base power Normal-type move (varies in type based on your Luvdisc's ivs).
◆ Round is a special 60-base power Normal-type move (power doubles if others used round this turn).
◆ Draining Kiss is a special 50-base power Fairy-type move (Luvdisc recovers 75% of the damage dealt).
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Movepool
Want to know what moves Luvdisc 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 Luvdisc.
Damage Modifiers:
Combo List
These are a list of several common move combinations Luvdisc 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 Luvdisc
- Moves: Swagger + Psych up
- Moves: Endure + Flail
- Moves: Rest + Sleep talk
- Moves: Rest + Snore
- Move: Swagger + Item: Mirror Herb
- Move: Facade + Item: Flame Orb
- Move: Facade + Item: Toxic Orb
- Moves with Priority: Endure, Protect, Aqua Jet
- Moves that inflict status: Scald, Toxic
Moves that boost Luvdisc's stats
- Agility
Most notable and possible best moves for Luvdisc
- Hidden Power
- Hydro Pump
- Ice Beam
- Protect
- Rest
- Scald
- Toxic
Common Effort Values for Luvdisc in 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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