Staraptor — Abilities, Weaknesses & Best Builds
"Staraptor is a fast physical sweeper built around physical attacks (120 Attack). It can outspeed most of the format, and it's commonly used because its normal/flying typing resists 2 attack types but you'll need to play around 3 weaknesses."
✅ Strong against
Resisted or immune to these attack types
⚠️ Watch out for
These attack types deal extra damage
How to actually play it
- 1
Use Staraptor late-game after its checks are weakened or fainted.
- 2
Lead with its strongest physical STAB move when the opponent can't OHKO back.
- 3
Watch for priority moves and faster scarfers — one mistake usually means death.
What new players get wrong
- ✕
Switching Staraptor into electric and ice attacks — it's a fast way to lose half your team's plan.
- ✕
Locking into the wrong move. Always read the opponent's switch-in before clicking.
Why we rate Staraptor the way we do
- Hits hard, but you have to pick the right move
- Dual typing — more weaknesses to track
Base Stats
Total: 485Use EVs to amplify the highest two — that's usually where this Pokémon's job lives.
Mega Evolutions
Staraptor transforms mid-battle when holding the right Mega Stone. Each form has its own stats, typing and ability.
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Where Staraptor shows up
#6
Usage ~21.05% · Win rate ~54.85%
#6
Usage ~21.05% · Win rate ~54.85%
Staraptor FAQ
- What are Staraptor's abilities in Pokémon Champions?
- Staraptor can run intimidate, reckless. The competitive default is usually intimidate — see the abilities section above for the trade-offs.
- What is Staraptor weak to in Pokémon Champions?
- Staraptor takes extra damage from electric, ice, rock. The full weakness breakdown is in the Weaknesses section, including any 4× type matchups.
- What is the best moveset for Staraptor?
- The best moveset for Staraptor 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 Staraptor in Pokémon Champions?
- The most reliable counters to Staraptor are Pokémon with strong electric, ice, rock attacks that outspeed it. See the Best Counters section for specific picks.
- Is Staraptor good in the current Pokémon Champions meta?
- Staraptor'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.