Competitive Information for Mesprit [Sun/Moon]
Psychic
Abilities:
This Pokemon is immune to Ground; Gravity/Ingrain/Smack Down/Iron Ball nullify it.
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Note: Pokemon with the Levitate ability are immune to Ground attacks.
Movesets for Singles
Looking for a competitive moveset for Mesprit? 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 Mesprit, a marvelous Pokémon with Psychic typing! Mesprit is a common Pokémon to see in the SM metagame. It's an underrated pick that could surprise many in the meta. It is weak to Bug, Dark, and Ghost-typed attacks. Discover how Mesprit excels in battles with the movesets provided below.
Item: Mental Herb / Rocky Helmet
Ability: Levitate
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
EVs: 236 Hp / 252 SpA / 20 Spe
Moveset:
- Shadow Ball
- Healing Wish / Psychic
- Stealth Rock
- Trick Room
Prepare for single battles with Mesprit as a legendary Special Tank. It's meant to handle special hits and respond with decent damage. With Levitate, Mesprit is immune to damaging Ground-typed moves (except Thousand Arrows). Levitate also makes Mesprit unaffected by the effects of Spikes, Arena Trap, Toxic Spikes, Sticky Web, Rototiller or terrain effects. Keep in mind that Ingrain, Gravity, Smack down and the Iron ball item will nullify Levitate's effect. With a Mental Herb equipped to it, cures Mesprit of attract, disable, encore, heal block, taunt, torment then the Mental Herb gets consumed. With a Rocky Helmet equipped to it, if Mesprit is hit by a contact move, the attacker loses 1/6 of its max hp.
◆ Healing Wish is a status move (Mesprit faints. Replacement is fully healed).
◆ Psychic is a special STAB-boosted 90-base power Psychic-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Stealth Rock is a status move (hurts foes on switch-in. Factors rock weakness).
◆ Trick Room is a status move (goes last. For 5 turns, turn order is reversed).
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Item: Psychium Z / Life Orb
Ability: Levitate
Nature: Adamant (+Atk, -SpA)
EVs: 4 Hp / 252 Atk / 252 Spe
Moveset:
- Zen Headbutt
- Return
- Knock Off
- Fire Punch
Mesprit stands out as a prodigious Physical Sweeper in single battles. It's purpose is to crush rivals using potent physical attacks. Life Orb boosts the power of Mesprit's damaging moves by 1.3x but it then loses 1/10 its max HP immediately after the attack. With Levitate, Mesprit is immune to damaging Ground-typed moves (except Thousand Arrows). Levitate also makes Mesprit unaffected by the effects of Spikes, Arena Trap, Toxic Spikes, Sticky Web, Rototiller or terrain effects. Keep in mind that Ingrain, Gravity, Smack down and the Iron ball item will nullify Levitate's effect. With a Psychium Z equipped to it, if Mesprit has a psychic move, this item allows it to use a psychic z-move.
◆ Return is a physical 0-base power Normal-type move (max 102 power at maximum happiness).
◆ Knock Off is a physical 65-base power Dark-type move (1.5x damage if foe holds an item; Note: This will also remove that item).
◆ Fire Punch is a physical 75-base power Fire-type move (10% chance to burn the target).
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Item: Psychium Z / Life Orb
Ability: Levitate
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
EVs: 4 Hp / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Psychic / Psyshock
- Energy Ball
- Thunderbolt
- Ice Beam
In single battles, Mesprit's Special Sweeper role is a unforgettable. It's purpose is to take down the opponent's team with intense special attacks. Life Orb boosts the power of Mesprit's damaging moves by 1.3x but it then loses 1/10 its max HP immediately after the attack. With Levitate, Mesprit is immune to damaging Ground-typed moves (except Thousand Arrows). Levitate also makes Mesprit unaffected by the effects of Spikes, Arena Trap, Toxic Spikes, Sticky Web, Rototiller or terrain effects. Keep in mind that Ingrain, Gravity, Smack down and the Iron ball item will nullify Levitate's effect. With a Psychium Z equipped to it, if Mesprit has a psychic move, this item allows it to use a psychic z-move.
◆ Psyshock is a special STAB-boosted 80-base power Psychic-type move (damages target based on defense, not special defense).
◆ Energy Ball is a special 90-base power Grass-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Thunderbolt is a special 90-base power Electric-type move (10% chance to paralyze the target).
◆ Ice Beam is a special 90-base power Ice-type move (10% chance to freeze the target).
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Item: Eject Button
Ability: Levitate
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
EVs: 62 Hp / 223 Def / 223 SpA
Moveset:
- Psyshock
- Calm Mind
- Signal Beam
- Shadow Ball
Taking on single battles? Mesprit is a remarkable Special Tank. This moveset was constructed to handle special hits and respond with decent damage. With Levitate, Mesprit is immune to damaging Ground-typed moves (except Thousand Arrows). Levitate also makes Mesprit unaffected by the effects of Spikes, Arena Trap, Toxic Spikes, Sticky Web, Rototiller or terrain effects. Keep in mind that Ingrain, Gravity, Smack down and the Iron ball item will nullify Levitate's effect. With a Eject Button equipped to it, if Mesprit survives a hit, it immediately switches out to a chosen ally then the Eject Button gets consumed.
◆ Calm Mind is a status move (raises your Mesprit's special attack and special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Signal Beam is a special 75-base power Bug-type move (10% chance to confuse the target).
◆ Shadow Ball is a special 80-base power Ghost-type move (20% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
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Movesets for Doubles
Need a strong doubles moveset for Mesprit? 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: Psychium Z / Life Orb
Ability: Levitate
Nature: Adamant (+Atk, -SpA)
EVs: 4 Hp / 252 Atk / 252 Spe
Moveset:
- Zen Headbutt
- Return
- Knock Off
- Fire Punch
In double battles, Mesprit is known as a renowned Physical Sweeper. This moveset attempts to overwhelm foes with intense physical attacks. Life Orb boosts the power of Mesprit's damaging moves by 1.3x but it then loses 1/10 its max HP immediately after the attack. With Levitate, Mesprit is immune to damaging Ground-typed moves (except Thousand Arrows). Levitate also makes Mesprit unaffected by the effects of Spikes, Arena Trap, Toxic Spikes, Sticky Web, Rototiller or terrain effects. Keep in mind that Ingrain, Gravity, Smack down and the Iron ball item will nullify Levitate's effect. With a Psychium Z equipped to it, if Mesprit has a psychic move, this item allows it to use a psychic z-move.
◆ Return is a physical 0-base power Normal-type move (max 102 power at maximum happiness).
◆ Knock Off is a physical 65-base power Dark-type move (1.5x damage if foe holds an item; Note: This will also remove that item).
◆ Fire Punch is a physical 75-base power Fire-type move (10% chance to burn the target).
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Item: Fairium Z / Life Orb
Ability: Levitate
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
EVs: 4 Hp / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Dazzling Gleam
- Psychic / Psyshock
- Energy Ball
- Thunderbolt
For those intense double battles, Mesprit is a heroic Special Sweeper. This moveset focuses to crush rivals using heavy-hitting special power. Life Orb boosts the power of Mesprit's damaging moves by 1.3x but it then loses 1/10 its max HP immediately after the attack. With Levitate, Mesprit is immune to damaging Ground-typed moves (except Thousand Arrows). Levitate also makes Mesprit unaffected by the effects of Spikes, Arena Trap, Toxic Spikes, Sticky Web, Rototiller or terrain effects. Keep in mind that Ingrain, Gravity, Smack down and the Iron ball item will nullify Levitate's effect. With a Fairium Z equipped to it, if Mesprit has a fairy move, this item allows it to use a fairy z-move.
◆ 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).
◆ Energy Ball is a special 90-base power Grass-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Thunderbolt is a special 90-base power Electric-type move (10% chance to paralyze the target).
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Item: Psychium Z / Life Orb
Ability: Levitate
Nature: Brave (+Atk, -Spe)
EVs: 252 Hp / 252 Atk / 4 SpD
Moveset:
- Zen Headbutt
- Return
- Knock Off
- Trick Room
In single battles, Mesprit is known as a illustrious Offensive Trick Roomer. Life Orb boosts the power of Mesprit's damaging moves by 1.3x but it then loses 1/10 its max HP immediately after the attack. With Levitate, Mesprit is immune to damaging Ground-typed moves (except Thousand Arrows). Levitate also makes Mesprit unaffected by the effects of Spikes, Arena Trap, Toxic Spikes, Sticky Web, Rototiller or terrain effects. Keep in mind that Ingrain, Gravity, Smack down and the Iron ball item will nullify Levitate's effect. With a Psychium Z equipped to it, if Mesprit has a psychic move, this item allows it to use a psychic z-move.
◆ Return is a physical 0-base power Normal-type move (max 102 power at maximum happiness).
◆ Knock Off is a physical 65-base power Dark-type move (1.5x damage if foe holds an item; Note: This will also remove that item).
◆ 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 Mesprit 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 Mesprit.
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Combo List
These are a list of several common move combinations Mesprit 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 Mesprit
- Moves: Swagger + Psych up
- Moves: Rain dance + Thunder
- Moves: Rest + Sleep talk
- Moves: Rest + Snore
- Moves: Thunderbolt + Ice beam
- Move: Swagger + Item: Mirror Herb
- Move: Fling + Item: King's Rock
- Move: Facade + Item: Flame Orb
- Move: Facade + Item: Toxic Orb
- Move: Acrobatics + Item: Red Card
- Move: Acrobatics + Item: Flying Gem
- Moves with Priority: Ally Switch, Endure, Helping Hand, Magic Coat, Protect
- Moves that inflict status: Thunder Wave, Toxic
Moves that boost Mesprit's stats
- Calm Mind
- Charge Beam
- Power-Up Punch
Most notable and possible best moves for Mesprit
- Healing Wish
- Ice Beam
- Knock Off
- Light Screen
- Other
- Protect
- Psychic
- Psyshock
- Reflect
- Rest
- Shadow Ball
- Stealth Rock
- Thunderbolt
- Toxic
- Trick Room
- U-turn
Common Effort Values for Mesprit in Sun and Moon
- Bold Nature ( 252/0/252/0/4/0/ )
- Modest Nature ( 236/0/0/252/0/20/ )
- Optimize Mesprit'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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