Clefable — Abilities, Weaknesses & Best Builds
"Clefable is a special attacker built around special attacks (95 Sp. Atk). It can take hits and hit back, and it's commonly used because its fairy typing only has 2 weaknesses, which makes it forgiving to switch in."
✅ Strong against
Resisted or immune to these attack types
⚠️ Watch out for
These attack types deal extra damage
How to actually play it
- 1
Open Clefable into a favorable type matchup using its fairy STAB.
- 2
Pick the move that does the most damage to the most likely switch-in, not just the current Pokémon.
- 3
Pivot out once the opponent brings in a counter — don't get walled and lose a turn.
What new players get wrong
- ✕
Forgetting which attacks Clefable actually resists and burning a switch on a neutral hit.
- ✕
Trying to outspeed faster threats. Pair it with a slow pivot or speed control instead.
- ✕
Expecting it to OHKO things — its job is usually role compression, not raw damage.
Why we rate Clefable the way we do
- Multiple abilities to choose between
Base Stats
Total: 483Use EVs to amplify the highest two — that's usually where this Pokémon's job lives.
Mega Evolutions
Clefable transforms mid-battle when holding the right Mega Stone. Each form has its own stats, typing and ability.
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Where Clefable shows up
#49
Usage ~4.15% · Win rate ~53.77%
#66
Usage ~3.15% · Win rate ~53.35%
Clefable FAQ
- What are Clefable's abilities in Pokémon Champions?
- Clefable can run cute-charm, magic-guard, unaware. The competitive default is usually cute-charm — see the abilities section above for the trade-offs.
- What is Clefable weak to in Pokémon Champions?
- Clefable takes extra damage from poison, steel. The full weakness breakdown is in the Weaknesses section, including any 4× type matchups.
- What is the best moveset for Clefable?
- The best moveset for Clefable depends on whether you're running it in Singles or Doubles. The Best Moveset section above lists the standard competitive set used at the top of the Pokémon Champions ladder.
- What counters Clefable in Pokémon Champions?
- The most reliable counters to Clefable are Pokémon with strong poison, steel attacks that outspeed it. See the Best Counters section for specific picks.
- Is Clefable good in the current Pokémon Champions meta?
- Clefable's usage and win rate in M-B Singles and Doubles are shown in the Format Snapshot section. Cross-reference with the Champions Lab tier list for full context.