Competitive Information for Mimikyu (Busted) [Sword/Shield]
Ghost / Fairy
Abilities:
(Mimikyu only) The first hit it takes is blocked, and it takes 1/8 HP damage instead.
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Movesets for Singles
Looking for a competitive moveset for Mimikyu-busted? 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!
Mimikyu-Busted is here! This terrific Pokémon is Ghost and Fairy-typed and ready to shine! Mimikyu-Busted is a common Pokémon to see in the SS metagame. Its only type-related weaknesses are Ghost and Steel. Want to master Mimikyu-Busted's movesets? Dive into our detailed strategies below!
Item: Shell Bell / Life Orb
Ability: Disguise
Nature: Jolly (+Spe, -SpA)
Nature: Adamant (+Atk, -SpA)
EVs: 84 Hp / 252 Atk / 172 Spe
Moveset:
- Shadow Claw / Phantom Force
- Play Rough
- Wood Hammer / X-Scissor
- Slash / Facade
In single battles, Mimikyu is known as a dazzling Physical Sweeper. It's primary goal is to overwhelm foes with brute physical power. Life Orb boosts the power of Mimikyu's damaging moves by 1.3x but it then loses 1/10 its max HP immediately after the attack. The Shell Bell item option is to help Mimikyu recover from the recoil damage it may take from Wood Hammer. With Disguise, (mimikyu only) the first hit it takes is blocked and it takes 1/8 hp damage instead. Facade's damage doubles when the user has a status affliction.
◆ Phantom Force is a physical STAB-boosted 90-base power Ghost-type move (disappears turn 1. Hits turn 2. Breaks protection).
◆ Play Rough is a physical STAB-boosted 90-base power Fairy-type move (10% chance to lower the target's attack by 1 stage).
◆ Wood Hammer is a physical 120-base power Grass-type move (has 33% recoil).
◆ X-Scissor is a physical 80-base power Bug-type move that deals a hefty amount of damage.
◆ Slash is a physical 70-base power Normal-type move (high critical hit ratio).
◆ Facade is a physical 70-base power Normal-type move (power doubles if Mimikyu is burn/poison/paralyzed).
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Movesets for Doubles
Need a strong doubles moveset for Mimikyu-busted? 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: Shell Bell / Life Orb
Ability: Disguise
Nature: Jolly (+Spe, -SpA)
Nature: Adamant (+Atk, -SpA)
EVs: 84 Hp / 252 Atk / 172 Spe
Moveset:
- Shadow Claw / Phantom Force
- Play Rough
- Wood Hammer / X-Scissor
- Slash / Facade
Mimikyu shows popular Physical Sweeper prowess in double battles. This moveset is tailored to crush rivals using intense physical moves. Life Orb boosts the power of Mimikyu's damaging moves by 1.3x but it then loses 1/10 its max HP immediately after the attack. The Shell Bell item option is to help Mimikyu recover from the recoil damage it may take from Wood Hammer. With Disguise, (mimikyu only) the first hit it takes is blocked and it takes 1/8 hp damage instead. Facade's damage doubles when the user has a status affliction.
◆ Phantom Force is a physical STAB-boosted 90-base power Ghost-type move (disappears turn 1. Hits turn 2. Breaks protection).
◆ Play Rough is a physical STAB-boosted 90-base power Fairy-type move (10% chance to lower the target's attack by 1 stage).
◆ Wood Hammer is a physical 120-base power Grass-type move (has 33% recoil).
◆ X-Scissor is a physical 80-base power Bug-type move that deals a nice amount of damage.
◆ Slash is a physical 70-base power Normal-type move (high critical hit ratio).
◆ Facade is a physical 70-base power Normal-type move (power doubles if Mimikyu is burn/poison/paralyzed).
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Item: Shell Bell
Ability: Disguise
Nature: Sassy (+SpD, -Spe)
Nature: Relaxed (+Def, -Spe)
EVs: 252 Hp / 228 Def / 28 SpD
Moveset:
- Shadow Claw / Phantom Force
- Play Rough
- Wood Hammer / X-Scissor
- Trick Room
Mimikyu excels as an incredible Defensive Trick Roomer during single battles. The Shell Bell item is to help Mimikyu recover from the recoil damage it may take from Wood Hammer. With Disguise, (mimikyu only) the first hit it takes is blocked and it takes 1/8 hp damage instead.
◆ Phantom Force is a physical STAB-boosted 90-base power Ghost-type move (disappears turn 1. Hits turn 2. Breaks protection).
◆ Play Rough is a physical STAB-boosted 90-base power Fairy-type move (10% chance to lower the target's attack by 1 stage).
◆ Wood Hammer is a physical 120-base power Grass-type move (has 33% recoil).
◆ X-Scissor is a physical 80-base power Bug-type move that deals a hefty amount of damage.
◆ 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 Mimikyu-busted 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 Mimikyu-busted.
Damage Modifiers:
Combo List
These are a list of several common move combinations Mimikyu-busted 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 Mimikyu-busted
- Moves: Swagger + Psych up
- Moves: Swagger + Screech
- Moves: Rest + Sleep talk
- Moves: Rest + Snore
- Moves: Substitute + Drain punch
- Moves: Pain split + Toxic
- Moves: Pain split + Will-o-wisp
- Move: Swagger + Item: Mirror Herb
- Move: Fling + Item: King's Rock
- Move: Facade + Item: Flame Orb
- Move: Facade + Item: Toxic Orb
- Moves with Priority: Endure, Protect, Baby-Doll Eyes, Shadow Sneak
- Moves that inflict status (and combo with the move Hex): Burning Jealousy, Will-O-Wisp, Thunder Wave, Toxic
Moves that boost Mimikyu-busted's stats
- Bulk Up
- Charge Beam
- Curse
- Hone Claws
- Swords Dance
- Work Up
Most notable and possible best moves for Mimikyu-busted
- Destiny Bond
- Light Screen
- Protect
- Rest
- Taunt
- Toxic
Common Effort Values for Mimikyu-busted 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 Mimikyu-busted'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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