Competitive Information for Reshiram [Sword/Shield]
Dragon / Fire
Abilities:
This Pokemon's moves and their effects ignore the Abilities of other Pokemon.
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Movesets for Singles
Looking for a competitive moveset for Reshiram? 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 Reshiram, the prestigious Pokémon of Dragon and Fire types! It's a sight to see Reshiram out in the 8th generation battlefield. It is weak to Dragon, Ground, and Rock-typed attacks. Want to master Reshiram's movesets? Dive into our detailed strategies below!
Item: Eject Pack / Choice Specs
Ability: Turboblaze
Nature: Timid (+Spe, -Atk)
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
EVs: 36 Hp / 252 SpA / 220 Spe
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Draco Meteor / Dragon Pulse
- Overheat / Fusion Flare
- Psychic / Extrasensory
- Earth Power / Scorching Sands
Reshiram thrives as a legendary Special Sweeper perfect for single battles. It attempts to overwhelm foes with overwhelming special power. Choice Specs will increase the damage of Reshiram's special moves by 1.5x but will lock you into the first move you pick. With Turboblaze, Reshiram's moves and their effects ignore the abilities of other pokemon. With a Eject Pack equipped to it, if Reshiram's stat stages are lowered, it switches to a chosen ally then the Eject Pack gets consumed.
◆ Dragon Pulse is a special STAB-boosted 85-base power Dragon-type move that deals a mighty amount of damage.
◆ Overheat is a special STAB-boosted 130-base power Fire-type move (lowers your Reshiram's special attack by 2 stages).
◆ Fusion Flare is a special STAB-boosted 100-base power Fire-type move (power doubles if used after fusion bolt this turn).
◆ Psychic is a special 90-base power Psychic-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Extrasensory is a special 80-base power Psychic-type move (10% chance to make the target flinch).
◆ Earth Power is a special 90-base power Ground-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Scorching Sands is a special 70-base power Ground-type move (30% chance to burn the target. Thaws target).
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Movesets for Doubles
Need a strong doubles moveset for Reshiram? 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: Assault Vest
Ability: Turboblaze
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
EVs: 212 Hp / 12 Def / 156 SpA / 4 SpD / 124 Spe
Moveset:
- Blue Flare
- Earth Power
- Draco Meteor
- Solar Beam
Dominating double battles, Reshiram is a exalted Special Tank. Previously, this build dominated competitions. It is designed to handle special hits and respond with decent damage. With Turboblaze, Reshiram's moves and their effects ignore the abilities of other pokemon. With a Assault Vest equipped to it, Reshiram's sp. Def is 1.5x, but it can only select damaging moves.
◆ Earth Power is a special 90-base power Ground-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Draco Meteor is a special STAB-boosted 130-base power Dragon-type move (lowers your Reshiram's special attack by 2 stages).
◆ Solar Beam is a special 120-base power Grass-type move (charges turn 1. Hits turn 2. No charge in sunlight).
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Item: Eject Pack / Choice Specs
Ability: Turboblaze
Nature: Timid (+Spe, -Atk)
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
EVs: 36 Hp / 252 SpA / 220 Spe
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Heat Wave / Incinerate
- Earth Power / Hyper Voice
- Draco Meteor / Dragon Pulse
- Psychic / Extrasensory
Reshiram makes an a eminent Special Sweeper in double battles. This setup is intended to crush rivals using forceful special attacks. Choice Specs will increase the damage of Reshiram's special moves by 1.5x but will lock you into the first move you pick. With Turboblaze, Reshiram's moves and their effects ignore the abilities of other pokemon. Earth Power was added to provide additional threat coverage. With a Eject Pack equipped to it, if Reshiram's stat stages are lowered, it switches to a chosen ally then the Eject Pack gets consumed.
◆ Incinerate is a special STAB-boosted 60-base power Fire-type move (destroys the foes berry/gem).
◆ Earth Power is a special 90-base power Ground-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Hyper Voice is a special 90-base power Normal-type move (no additional effect. Hits adjacent foes).
◆ Draco Meteor is a special STAB-boosted 130-base power Dragon-type move (lowers your Reshiram's special attack by 2 stages).
◆ Dragon Pulse is a special STAB-boosted 85-base power Dragon-type move that deals a decent amount of damage.
◆ Psychic is a special 90-base power Psychic-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Extrasensory is a special 80-base power Psychic-type move (10% chance to make the target flinch).
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Movepool
Want to know what moves Reshiram 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 Reshiram.
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Combo List
These are a list of several common move combinations Reshiram 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 Reshiram
- Moves: Sunny day + Solar beam
- Moves: Safeguard + Outrage
- Moves: Rest + Sleep talk
- Moves: Rest + Snore
- Moves: Body Press + Steel Wing
- 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, Helping Hand, Protect
- Moves that Break Screens: Defog
- Moves that inflict status: Scorching Sands, Will-O-Wisp, Toxic
Moves that boost Reshiram's stats
- Ancient Power
- Dragon Dance
- Flame Charge
- Hone Claws
- Scale Shot
- Steel Wing
Most notable and possible best moves for Reshiram
- Light Screen
- Protect
- Reflect
- Rest
- Roost
- Toxic
Common Effort Values for Reshiram 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 Reshiram'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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