Competitive Information for Alakazam (Mega) [X/Y]
Psychic
Abilities:
On switch-in, or when it can, this Pokemon copies a random adjacent foe's Ability.
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Movesets for Singles
Looking for a competitive moveset for Alakazam-mega? These builds are optimized for X/Y Single Battles. The movesets and EVs are designed to maximize damage against common opponents and threats in the X/Y metagame. Check out the expert movesets below to boost your battle performance and dominate your opponents!
Get ready to meet Alakazam-Mega, the dazzling Psychic-typed Pokémon! Alakazam-Mega is a common Pokémon to see in the XY metagame. It is weak to Bug, Dark, and Ghost-typed attacks. Discover Alakazam-Mega's movesets below and unleash its potential in battles!
Item: Alakazite
Ability: Trace
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
Nature: Timid (+Spe, -Atk)
EVs: 232 Hp / 24 Def / 252 SpA
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Psychic / Psyshock
- Foul Play
- Energy Ball / Grass Knot
- Dazzling Gleam
Alakazam is a wonderful Special Sweeper to use for single battles. It's primary goal is to crush rivals using destructive special power. With Trace, on switch-in or when it can Alakazam copies a random adjacent foe's ability. With a Alakazite equipped to it, if held by an alakazam, this item allows it to mega evolve in battle.
◆ Psyshock is a special STAB-boosted 80-base power Psychic-type move (damages target based on defense, not special defense).
◆ Foul Play is a physical 95-base power Dark-type move (uses target's attack stat in damage calculation).
◆ Energy Ball is a special 90-base power Grass-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Grass Knot is a special 0-base power Grass-type move (more power the heavier the target).
◆ Dazzling Gleam is a special 80-base power Fairy-type move (no additional effect. Hits adjacent foes).
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Movesets for Doubles
Need a strong doubles moveset for Alakazam-mega? These builds are perfect for VGC (Pokémon Video Game Championship) and other competitive X/Y 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 X/Y metagame with these expert-crafted setups!
Item: Alakazite
Ability: Trace
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
Nature: Timid (+Spe, -Atk)
EVs: 232 Hp / 24 Def / 252 SpA
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Dazzling Gleam
- Psychic / Psyshock
- Foul Play
- Energy Ball / Grass Knot
Alakazam thrives as popular Special Sweeper perfect for double battles. This moveset is formulated to take down the opponent's team with forceful special attacks. With Trace, on switch-in or when it can Alakazam copies a random adjacent foe's ability. With a Alakazite equipped to it, if held by an alakazam, this item allows it to mega evolve in battle.
◆ 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).
◆ Foul Play is a physical 95-base power Dark-type move (uses target's attack stat in damage calculation).
◆ Energy Ball is a special 90-base power Grass-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Grass Knot is a special 0-base power Grass-type move (more power the heavier the target).
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Item: Alakazite
Ability: Trace
Nature: Quiet (+SpA, -Spe)
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
EVs: 232 Hp / 24 Def / 252 SpA
Moveset:
- Psychic / Psyshock
- Foul Play
- Energy Ball / Grass Knot
- Trick Room
Alakazam thrives as a fabulous Offensive Trick Roomer perfect for single battles. With Trace, on switch-in or when it can Alakazam copies a random adjacent foe's ability. With a Alakazite equipped to it, if held by an alakazam, this item allows it to mega evolve in battle.
◆ Psyshock is a special STAB-boosted 80-base power Psychic-type move (damages target based on defense, not special defense).
◆ Foul Play is a physical 95-base power Dark-type move (uses target's attack stat in damage calculation).
◆ Energy Ball is a special 90-base power Grass-type move (10% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
◆ Grass Knot is a special 0-base power Grass-type move (more power the heavier 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 Alakazam-mega can learn? Check out the full list of moves available in the Pokemon X/Y 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 Alakazam-mega.
Damage Modifiers:
Combo List
These are a list of several common move combinations Alakazam-mega can perform in X/Y. 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 XY Move and Ability Combos for Alakazam-mega
- Moves: Swagger + Foul play
- Moves: Swagger + Psych up
- Moves: Rest + Sleep talk
- Moves: Rest + Snore
- Moves: Substitute + Drain punch
- Move: Swagger + Item: Mirror Herb
- Move: Fling + Item: King's Rock
- Move: Facade + Item: Flame Orb
- Move: Facade + Item: Toxic Orb
- Item: Blunder Policy + Move: Dynamic Punch
- Moves with Priority: Ally Switch, Endure, Magic Coat, Protect, Snatch
- Moves that inflict status: Thunder Wave, Toxic
Moves that boost Alakazam-mega's stats
- Barrier
- Calm Mind
- Charge Beam
Most notable and possible best moves for Alakazam-mega
- Knock Off
- Light Screen
- Protect
- Reflect
- Rest
- Taunt
- Teleport
- Toxic
Common Effort Values for Alakazam-mega in X and Y
- 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 Alakazam-mega's Defensive EV-spread for Pokemon X and Y
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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