Competitive Information for Frillish [Sword/Shield]
Water / Ghost
Abilities:
If this Pokemon is hit by an attack, there is a 30% chance that move gets disabled.
Prevents Explosion/Mind Blown/Misty Explosion/Self-Destruct/Aftermath while active.
This Pokemon heals 1/4 of its max HP when hit by Water moves; Water immunity.
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Note: Pokemon with the Water Absorb ability are immune to Water attacks.
Movesets for Singles
Looking for a competitive moveset for Frillish? These builds are optimized for Sword/Shield Single Battles. The movesets and EVs are designed to maximize damage against common opponents and threats in the Sword/Shield metagame. Check out the expert movesets below to boost your battle performance and dominate your opponents!
Meet Frillish, the astounding Pokémon of Water and Ghost types! Frillish is not a Pokémon anyone usually expects to see on the battlefield. The LC tier (Little Cup) is where it shines. It is weak to Dark, Electric, Ghost, and Grass-typed attacks. Ready to elevate your game with Frillish's movesets? They're right below!
Item: Life Orb / Choice Specs
Ability: Water Absorb
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
EVs: 160 Hp / 96 Def / 252 SpA
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Surf / Scald
- Shadow Ball / Hex
- Sludge Wave / Sludge Bomb
- Psychic
Frillish shows a first-rate Special Sweeper prowess in single battles. It's designed to overwhelm foes with overwhelming special power. Choice Specs will increase the damage of Frillish's special moves by 1.5x but will lock you into the first move you pick. Life Orb boosts the power of Frillish's damaging moves by 1.3x but it then loses 1/10 its max HP immediately after the attack. With Water Absorb, Frillish heals 1/4 of its max hp when hit by water moves; water immunity.
◆ Scald is a special STAB-boosted 80-base power Water-type move (30% chance to burn the target. Thaws target).
◆ Shadow Ball is a special STAB-boosted 80-base power Ghost-type move (20% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Hex is a special STAB-boosted 65-base power Ghost-type move (power doubles if the target has a status ailment).
◆ Sludge Wave is a special 95-base power Poison-type move (10% chance to poison adjacent pokemon).
◆ Sludge Bomb is a special 90-base power Poison-type move (30% chance to poison the target).
◆ Psychic is a special 90-base power Psychic-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
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Item: Leftovers
Ability: Water Absorb
Nature: Mild (+SpA, -Def)
EVs: 4 Hp / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Trick Room
- Energy Ball
- Recover
- Ice Beam
Taking on single battles? Frillish is a high-quality Special Sweeper. This configuration strives to take down the opponent's team with intense special moves. Leftovers are always a great recovery option to ensure Frillish last longer regaining it's healthiness every turn. With Water Absorb, Frillish heals 1/4 of its max hp when hit by water moves; water immunity.
◆ Energy Ball is a special 90-base power Grass-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Recover is a status move (heals your Frillish by 50% of its max hp).
◆ Ice Beam is a special 90-base power Ice-type move (10% chance to freeze the target).
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Item: Life Orb
Ability: Water Absorb
Nature: Quiet (+SpA, -Spe)
EVs: 130 Hp / 250 SpA / 130 Spe
Moveset:
- Hex / Giga Drain
- Scald
- Recover
- Ice Beam
Frillish proves to be a noteworthy Special Tank for single battles. It's goal is to absorb special attacks and counter with decent force. Life Orb boosts the power of Frillish's damaging moves by 1.3x but it then loses 1/10 its max HP immediately after the attack. With Water Absorb, Frillish heals 1/4 of its max hp when hit by water moves; water immunity.
◆ Giga Drain is a special 75-base power Grass-type move (Frillish recovers 50% of the damage dealt).
◆ Scald is a special STAB-boosted 80-base power Water-type move (30% chance to burn the target. Thaws target).
◆ Recover is a status move (heals your Frillish by 50% of its max hp).
◆ 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 Frillish? These builds are perfect for VGC (Pokémon Video Game Championship) and other competitive Sword/Shield 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 Sword/Shield metagame with these expert-crafted setups!
Item: Life Orb / Choice Specs
Ability: Water Absorb
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
EVs: 160 Hp / 96 Def / 252 SpA
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Water Spout / Surf
- Dazzling Gleam
- Sludge Wave / Sludge Bomb
- Shadow Ball / Hex
Frillish proves to be an impressive Special Sweeper for double battles. It attempts to overwhelm foes with destructive special attacks. Choice Specs will increase the damage of Frillish's special moves by 1.5x but will lock you into the first move you pick. Life Orb boosts the power of Frillish's damaging moves by 1.3x but it then loses 1/10 its max HP immediately after the attack. With Water Absorb, Frillish heals 1/4 of its max hp when hit by water moves; water immunity.
◆ Surf is a special STAB-boosted 90-base power Water-type move (hits adjacent pokemon. Double damage on dive).
◆ Dazzling Gleam is a special 80-base power Fairy-type move (no additional effect. Hits adjacent foes).
◆ Sludge Wave is a special 95-base power Poison-type move (10% chance to poison adjacent pokemon).
◆ Sludge Bomb is a special 90-base power Poison-type move (30% chance to poison the target).
◆ Shadow Ball is a special STAB-boosted 80-base power Ghost-type move (20% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Hex is a special STAB-boosted 65-base power Ghost-type move (power doubles if the target has a status ailment).
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Item: Focus Sash
Ability: Water Absorb
Nature: Sassy (+SpD, -Spe)
Nature: Relaxed (+Def, -Spe)
EVs: 252 Hp / 252 Def / 4 SpD
Moveset:
- Surf / Scald
- Shadow Ball / Hex
- Sludge Wave / Sludge Bomb
- Trick Room
Frillish excels as an exquisite Defensive Trick Roomer during single battles. Focus Sash helps protect Frillish from being one-shotted and allowing it to atleast use a crucial move when brought out. With Water Absorb, Frillish heals 1/4 of its max hp when hit by water moves; water immunity.
◆ Scald is a special STAB-boosted 80-base power Water-type move (30% chance to burn the target. Thaws target).
◆ Shadow Ball is a special STAB-boosted 80-base power Ghost-type move (20% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Hex is a special STAB-boosted 65-base power Ghost-type move (power doubles if the target has a status ailment).
◆ Sludge Wave is a special 95-base power Poison-type move (10% chance to poison adjacent pokemon).
◆ Sludge Bomb is a special 90-base power Poison-type move (30% chance to poison the target).
◆ 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 Frillish can learn? Check out the full list of moves available in the Pokemon Sword/Shield 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 Frillish.
Damage Modifiers:
Combo List
These are a list of several common move combinations Frillish can perform in Sword/Shield. 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 SS Move and Ability Combos for Frillish
- Moves: Swagger + Psych up
- Moves: Rest + Sleep talk
- Moves: Rest + Snore
- Moves: Pain split + Toxic
- Moves: Pain split + Will-o-wisp
- Move: Swagger + Item: Mirror Herb
- Move: Facade + Item: Flame Orb
- Move: Facade + Item: Toxic Orb
- Moves with Priority: Endure, Magic Coat, Protect
- Moves that inflict status (and combo with the move Hex): Scald, Will-O-Wisp, Toxic
Moves that boost Frillish's stats
- Acid Armor
Most notable and possible best moves for Frillish
- Destiny Bond
- Hydro Pump
- Ice Beam
- Protect
- Rest
- Scald
- Taunt
- Toxic
- Water Spout
Common Effort Values for Frillish in Sword and Shield
- Adamant Nature ( 0/252/0/0/0/252 )
- Modest Nature ( 0/0/0/252/0/252 )
- Jolly Nature ( 0/252/0/0/0/252 )
- Timid Nature ( 0/0/0/252/0/252 )
- Bold Nature ( 252/0/252/0/0/4 )
- Calm Nature ( 252/0/0/0/252/4 )
- Relaxed Nature ( 252/0/88/0/168/0 )
- Sassy Nature ( 252/0/4/0/252/0 )
- Optimize Frillish's Defensive EV-spread for Pokemon Sword and Shield
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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