Competitive Information for Bidoof [X/Y]
Normal
Abilities:
Raises a random stat by 2 and lowers another stat by 1 at the end of each turn.
When one of this Pokemon's stat stages is raised or lowered, the amount is doubled.
This Pokemon ignores other Pokemon's stat stages when taking or doing damage.
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Movesets for Singles
Looking for a competitive moveset for Bidoof? 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!
Meet Bidoof, the brilliant Pokémon of Normal types! Bidoof is not a Pokémon anyone usually expects to see on the battlefield. In the LC tier (Little Cup), it's a fierce competitor. Its only type-related weakness is Fighting. Explore the movesets below to see how Bidoof performs in battles.
Item: Shell Bell / Life Orb
Ability: Simple
Nature: Adamant (+Atk, -SpA)
EVs: 80 Hp / 252 Atk / 88 Def / 88 SpD
Moveset:
- Double-Edge / Return
- Superpower / Rock Smash
- Aqua Tail
- Pluck
Bidoof shows a notable Physical Sweeper prowess in single battles. It's meant to overwhelm foes with potent physical moves. Life Orb boosts the power of Bidoof'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 Bidoof recover from the recoil damage it may take from Double-Edge. With Simple, when one of Bidoof's stat stages is raised or lowered the amount is doubled.
◆ Return is a physical STAB-boosted 0-base power Normal-type move (max 102 power at maximum happiness).
◆ Superpower is a physical 120-base power Fighting-type move (lowers your Bidoof's attack and defense by 1 stage).
◆ Rock Smash is a physical 40-base power Fighting-type move (50% chance to lower the target's defense by 1 stage).
◆ Aqua Tail is a physical 90-base power Water-type move that deals a large amount of damage.
◆ Pluck is a physical 60-base power Flying-type move (Bidoof steals and eats the target's berry).
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Item: Life Orb / Choice Specs
Ability: Simple
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
EVs: 80 Hp / 88 Def / 252 SpA / 88 SpD
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Ice Beam / Icy Wind
- Round / Snore
- Thunderbolt / Charge Beam
- Shadow Ball
When it comes to single battles, Bidoof shines as an exceptional Special Sweeper. This moveset is formulated to overwhelm foes with potent special attacks. Choice Specs will increase the damage of Bidoof's special moves by 1.5x but will lock you into the first move you pick. Life Orb boosts the power of Bidoof's damaging moves by 1.3x but it then loses 1/10 its max HP immediately after the attack. With Simple, when one of Bidoof's stat stages is raised or lowered the amount is doubled.
◆ Icy Wind is a special 55-base power Ice-type move (100% chance to lower the foes speed by 1 stage).
◆ Round is a special STAB-boosted 60-base power Normal-type move (power doubles if others used round this turn).
◆ Snore is a special STAB-boosted 50-base power Normal-type move (Bidoof must be asleep. 30% chance to flinch target).
◆ Thunderbolt is a special 90-base power Electric-type move (10% chance to paralyze the target).
◆ Charge Beam is a special 50-base power Electric-type move (70% chance to raise your Bidoof's special attack by 1 stage).
◆ Shadow Ball is a special 80-base power Ghost-type move (20% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
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Movesets for Doubles
Need a strong doubles moveset for Bidoof? 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: Shell Bell / Life Orb
Ability: Simple
Nature: Adamant (+Atk, -SpA)
EVs: 80 Hp / 252 Atk / 88 Def / 88 SpD
Moveset:
- Double-Edge / Return
- Superpower / Rock Smash
- Aqua Tail
- Pluck
Bidoof stands out as an extraordinary Physical Sweeper in double battles. It's goal is to overwhelm foes with forceful physical attacks. Life Orb boosts the power of Bidoof'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 Bidoof recover from the recoil damage it may take from Double-Edge. With Simple, when one of Bidoof's stat stages is raised or lowered the amount is doubled.
◆ Return is a physical STAB-boosted 0-base power Normal-type move (max 102 power at maximum happiness).
◆ Superpower is a physical 120-base power Fighting-type move (lowers your Bidoof's attack and defense by 1 stage).
◆ Rock Smash is a physical 40-base power Fighting-type move (50% chance to lower the target's defense by 1 stage).
◆ Aqua Tail is a physical 90-base power Water-type move that deals a nice amount of damage.
◆ Pluck is a physical 60-base power Flying-type move (Bidoof steals and eats the target's berry).
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Item: Life Orb / Choice Specs
Ability: Simple
Nature: Modest (+SpA, -Atk)
EVs: 80 Hp / 88 Def / 252 SpA / 88 SpD
IVs: 0 Atk
Moveset:
- Icy Wind / Ice Beam
- Round / Snore
- Thunderbolt / Charge Beam
- Shadow Ball
In double battles, Bidoof is known as a superior Special Sweeper. It's primary goal is to crush rivals using formidable special power. Choice Specs will increase the damage of Bidoof's special moves by 1.5x but will lock you into the first move you pick. Life Orb boosts the power of Bidoof's damaging moves by 1.3x but it then loses 1/10 its max HP immediately after the attack. With Simple, when one of Bidoof's stat stages is raised or lowered the amount is doubled.
◆ Ice Beam is a special 90-base power Ice-type move (10% chance to freeze the target).
◆ Round is a special STAB-boosted 60-base power Normal-type move (power doubles if others used round this turn).
◆ Snore is a special STAB-boosted 50-base power Normal-type move (Bidoof must be asleep. 30% chance to flinch target).
◆ Thunderbolt is a special 90-base power Electric-type move (10% chance to paralyze the target).
◆ Charge Beam is a special 50-base power Electric-type move (70% chance to raise your Bidoof's special attack by 1 stage).
◆ Shadow Ball is a special 80-base power Ghost-type move (20% chance to lower the target's special defense by 1 stage).
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Movepool
Want to know what moves Bidoof 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 Bidoof.
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Combo List
These are a list of several common move combinations Bidoof 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 Bidoof
- Moves: Defense curl + Rollout
- Moves: Rain dance + Thunder
- Moves: Rest + Sleep talk
- Moves: Rest + Snore
- Moves: Thunderbolt + Ice beam
- Moves: Yawn + Protect
- Move: Swagger + Item: Mirror Herb
- Move: Facade + Item: Flame Orb
- Move: Facade + Item: Toxic Orb
- Moves with Priority: Endure, Protect, Quick Attack
- Moves that inflict status: Yawn, Thunder Wave, Toxic
Moves that boost Bidoof's stats
- Amnesia
- Charge Beam
- Curse
- Defense Curl
- Skull Bash
- Work Up
Most notable and possible best moves for Bidoof
- Ice Beam
- Protect
- Rest
- Stealth Rock
- Taunt
- Toxic
Common Effort Values for Bidoof 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 )
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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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