Competitive Information for Silvally (Ground) [Sun/Moon]
Ground
Abilities:
If this Pokemon is a Silvally, its type changes to match its held Memory.
Type: NullSilvally
Silvally-bugSilvally-dark
Silvally-dragonSilvally-electric
Silvally-fairySilvally-fighting
Silvally-fireSilvally-flying
Silvally-ghostSilvally-grass
Silvally-groundSilvally-ice
Silvally-poisonSilvally-psychic
Silvally-rockSilvally-steel
Silvally-water

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Movesets for Singles
Looking for a competitive moveset for Silvally-ground? 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!
Discover Silvally-Ground, an incredible Pokémon with Ground attributes! Silvally-Ground is a common Pokémon to see in the SM metagame. It is weak to Grass, Ice, and Water-typed attacks. Ready to elevate your game with Silvally-Ground's movesets? They're right below!
Item: Ground Memory
Ability: RKS System
Nature: Adamant (+Atk, -SpA)
EVs: 4 Hp / 252 Atk / 252 Spe
Moveset:
- Multi-Attack
- Outrage / Dragon Claw
- Iron Head / Double-Edge
- Shadow Claw
Silvally proves to be a venerated Physical Sweeper for single battles. It's designed to overwhelm foes with overwhelming physical attacks. Silvally's ability RKS System changes it's typing based on the item it's holding. For this build, Ground Memory will change Silvally's typing to Ground. Iron Head was added to provide additional threat coverage. With a Ground Memory equipped to it, Silvally's multi-attack is ground type.
◆ Outrage is a physical 120-base power Dragon-type move (lasts 2-3 turns. Confuses your Silvally afterwards).
◆ Dragon Claw is a physical 80-base power Dragon-type move that deals a large amount of damage.
◆ Iron Head is a physical 80-base power Steel-type move (30% chance to make the target flinch).
◆ Double-Edge is a physical 120-base power Normal-type move (has 33% recoil).
◆ Shadow Claw is a physical 70-base power Ghost-type move (high critical hit ratio).
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Item: Ground Memory
Ability: RKS System
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
EVs: 4 Hp / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Draco Meteor
- Surf
- Thunderbolt / Flash Cannon
- Ice Beam
Ready for single battles? Silvally is a eminent Special Sweeper. It is primarily designed to overwhelm foes with brute special attacks. Silvally's ability RKS System changes it's typing based on the item it's holding. For this build, Ground Memory will change Silvally's typing to Ground. Thunderbolt or Flash Cannon are added to provide additional threat coverage. With a Ground Memory equipped to it, Silvally's multi-attack is ground type.
◆ Surf is a special 90-base power Water-type move (hits adjacent pokemon. Double damage on dive).
◆ Thunderbolt is a special 90-base power Electric-type move (10% chance to paralyze the target).
◆ Flash Cannon is a special 80-base power Steel-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Ice Beam is a special 90-base power Ice-type move (10% chance to freeze the target).
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Movesets for Doubles
Need a strong doubles moveset for Silvally-ground? 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: Ground Memory
Ability: RKS System
Nature: Adamant (+Atk, -SpA)
EVs: 4 Hp / 252 Atk / 252 Spe
Moveset:
- Multi-Attack
- Rock Slide
- Double-Edge / Return
- Outrage / Dragon Claw
Silvally stands out as a eminent Physical Sweeper in double battles. It's primary goal is to overwhelm foes with formidable physical power. Silvally's ability RKS System changes it's typing based on the item it's holding. For this build, Ground Memory will change Silvally's typing to Ground. With a Ground Memory equipped to it, Silvally's multi-attack is ground type.
◆ Rock Slide is a physical 75-base power Rock-type move (30% chance to make the foes 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).
◆ Outrage is a physical 120-base power Dragon-type move (lasts 2-3 turns. Confuses your Silvally afterwards).
◆ Dragon Claw is a physical 80-base power Dragon-type move that deals a large amount of damage.
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Item: Ground Memory
Ability: RKS System
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
EVs: 4 Hp / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Thunderbolt / Hyper Voice
- Heat Wave / Flamethrower
- Surf
- Draco Meteor
Silvally is a famous Special Sweeper to use for double battles. This strategy is built to overwhelm foes with intense special power. Silvally's ability RKS System changes it's typing based on the item it's holding. For this build, Ground Memory will change Silvally's typing to Ground. Thunderbolt was added to provide additional threat coverage. With a Ground Memory equipped to it, Silvally's multi-attack is ground type.
◆ Hyper Voice is a special 90-base power Normal-type move (no additional effect. Hits adjacent foes).
◆ Heat Wave is a special 95-base power Fire-type move (10% chance to burn the foes).
◆ Flamethrower is a special 90-base power Fire-type move (10% chance to burn the target).
◆ Surf is a special 90-base power Water-type move (hits adjacent pokemon. Double damage on dive).
◆ Draco Meteor is a special 130-base power Dragon-type move (lowers your Silvally's special attack by 2 stages).
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Movepool
Want to know what moves Silvally-ground 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 Silvally-ground.
Damage Modifiers:
Combo List
These are a list of several common move combinations Silvally-ground 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 Silvally-ground
- Moves: Swagger + Punishment
- Moves: Rest + Sleep talk
- Moves: Rest + Snore
- Moves: Thunderbolt + Ice beam
- Move: Swagger + Item: Mirror Herb
- Move: Facade + Item: Flame Orb
- Move: Facade + Item: Toxic Orb
- Move: Double Hit + Item: King's Rock
- Moves with Priority: Magic Coat, Protect
- Moves that Break Screens: Defog
- Moves that inflict status: Thunder Wave, Toxic
Moves that boost Silvally-ground's stats
- Flame Charge
- Iron Defense
- Rage
- Steel Wing
- Swords Dance
- Work Up
Most notable and possible best moves for Silvally-ground
- Ice Beam
- Parting Shot
- Protect
- Rest
- Snarl
- Toxic
- U-turn
Common Effort Values for Silvally-ground 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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