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Base Stats for Zapdos
HP
90
Atk
90
Def
85
SpA
125
SpD
90
Spe
100
Best Moves for Zapdos
Hurricane
92.350%
Roost
56.795%
Thunderbolt
54.854%
Tailwind
47.494%
Weather Ball
44.331%
Thunder
37.214%
Protect
29.290%
Volt Switch
13.917%
Heat Wave
5.848%
Other
17.906%
Best Teammates for Zapdos
Best Items for Zapdos
Leftovers
47.055%
Covert Cloak
24.530%
Focus Sash
7.667%
Rocky Helmet
6.900%
Sitrus Berry
6.775%
Safety Goggles
2.395%
Other
4.680%
Best Abilities for Zapdos
Static
88.292%
Pressure
11.708%
Best EV Spreads for Zapdos
Hardy
252/
0/
252/
0/
0/
4
42.723%
Timid
4/
0/
0/
252/
0/
252
18.690%
Mild
4/
0/
0/
252/
0/
252
7.661%
Modest
212/
0/
0/
252/
0/
44
4.411%
Modest
0/
0/
252/
0/
4/
252
3.968%
Modest
252/
0/
100/
36/
116/
4
3.641%
Type Matchups for Zapdos
Weak
Ice
2x
Rock
2x
Resist
Grass
1/2x
Fighting
1/2x
Flying
1/2x
Bug
1/2x
Steel
1/2x
Immune
Ground
0x
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best moves for Zapdos in VGC 2025 Regulation Set I?
The top moves for Zapdos in VGC 2025 Regulation Set I are Hurricane (92.350%), Roost (56.795%), Thunderbolt (54.854%), Tailwind (47.494%). These represent the highest usage percentages on the competitive ladder.
What are the best teammates for Zapdos?
Zapdos synergizes well with Kyogre (80.774%), Incineroar (75.483%), Urshifu-Rapid-Strike (47.661%), Miraidon (45.137%). These Pokemon frequently appear on teams together and cover each other's weaknesses.
What item should I use on Zapdos?
The most popular items for Zapdos are Leftovers (47.055%), Covert Cloak (24.530%), Focus Sash (7.667%). The best choice depends on your team composition and strategy.
What ability is best for Zapdos?
The most common abilities for Zapdos are Static (88.292%) and Pressure (11.708%). The choice often depends on your team's strategy.
What Tera Type should I use on Zapdos?
Tera Type data is not available for this format or Pokemon.
What is the best EV spread for Zapdos?
The most common EV spread for Zapdos is Hardy with 252/0/252/0/0/4 (42.723% usage). This build is optimized for the current metagame.
What is Zapdos weak to and resistant against?
Zapdos is weak to Ice (2x), Rock (2x), resists Grass (1/2x), Fighting (1/2x), Flying (1/2x), Bug (1/2x), Steel (1/2x), and is immune to Ground (0x).
Is Zapdos good in VGC 2025 Regulation Set I?
Zapdos is currently ranked in the VGC 2025 Regulation Set I metagame. Check the usage percentage and teammates section to see how well it performs. The data is aggregated from thousands of high-level ranked battles.
Pokemon
% usage
Incineroar firedarkIntimidateBlaze Assault VestRocky HelmetSafety GogglesRoom Service Sitrus Berry Covert Cloak Other Fake OutKnock OffFlare BlitzParting ShotU-turnWill-O-WispTauntOther
47.67%
Miraidon electricdragonHadron EngineChoice ScarfChoice SpecsAssault VestLife Orb Covert Cloak Other Electro DriftVolt SwitchDraco MeteorSnarlDazzling GleamProtect Other
42.62%
Calyrex-Shadow psychicghostLife OrbFocus SashChoice SpecsSpell Tag Covert Cloak Spooky Plate Leftovers Other Astral BarrageProtectPsychicNasty PlotPollen PuffEncoreDraining KissExpanding Force Will-O-Wisp Calm Mind Shadow Ball Trick Tera Blast Other
36.90%
Zamazenta-Crowned fightingsteelDauntless ShieldRusted ShieldBody PressProtectWide GuardHeavy SlamImprisonIron HeadOther
34.05%
Urshifu-Rapid-Strike fightingwaterUnseen FistFocus SashChoice ScarfChoice BandMystic WaterOther Surging StrikesAqua JetClose CombatU-turnDetectTauntProtectOther
29.94%
Calyrex-Ice psychiciceClear AmuletLeftoversNever-Melt IceChoice Band Sitrus Berry Assault Vest Other Glacial LanceTrick RoomProtectHigh HorsepowerLeech SeedImprison Close Combat Icicle Crash Other
29.23%
Rillaboom grassGrassy SurgeOvergrow Assault VestMiracle Seed Other Fake OutGrassy GlideU-turnWood HammerOther
25.70%
Chien-Pao darkiceSword of RuinFocus SashLife OrbAssault Vest Safety Goggles Other ProtectSucker PunchIce SpinnerIcicle CrashTauntSacred SwordIce ShardCrunchRuinationOther
21.01%
Raging Bolt electricdragonProtosynthesisBooster EnergyLife OrbMagnetAssault VestZap Plate Other ThunderclapThunderboltProtectDraco MeteorDragon PulseSnarl Other
16.76%
Whimsicott grassfairyPranksterChlorophyll Infiltrator Covert CloakFocus SashAbility Shield Mental Herb Other TailwindMoonblastEncoreLight ScreenFake TearsTauntEndeavorDazzling Gleam Protect Other
16.37%
Amoonguss grasspoisonRegeneratorEffect Spore Rocky HelmetMental HerbCovert Cloak Sitrus Berry Other SporeRage PowderProtectPollen PuffSludge BombOther
15.83%
Grimmsnarl darkfairyPranksterFrisk Pickpocket Light ClayCovert CloakOther Light ScreenSpirit BreakReflectThunder WaveFake OutScary FaceFoul PlayParting Shot Other
15.06%
Kyogre waterDrizzleMystic WaterChoice ScarfAssault VestChoice Specs Covert Cloak Splash Plate Leftovers Power Lens Other Water SpoutOrigin PulseProtectHydro PumpThunderIce BeamTera Blast Other
14.84%
Volcarona bugfireFlame BodySwarm LeftoversElectric SeedRocky HelmetCovert Cloak Grassy Seed Other ProtectQuiver DanceFiery DanceStruggle BugGiga DrainFlamethrowerRage PowderTailwindOther
14.47%
Smeargle normalMoodyTechnicianOwn Tempo Focus SashOther Follow MeSporeFake OutDecorateWide GuardSpiky ShieldOther
14.05%
Landorus groundflyingSheer ForceSand Force Life OrbChoice Scarf Focus Sash Other Earth PowerSludge BombProtectSandsear StormTauntSubstituteOther
13.60%
Tornadus flyingPranksterDefiant Covert CloakSharp BeakRocky HelmetFocus Sash Mental Herb Sky Plate Other TailwindBleakwind StormTauntProtectRain DanceOther
12.84%
Flutter Mane ghostfairyProtosynthesisFocus SashBooster EnergyChoice SpecsOther MoonblastProtectIcy WindShadow BallTauntThunder WaveDazzling GleamOther
11.05%
Farigiraf normalpsychicArmor TailCud Chew Sap Sipper Electric SeedSitrus BerrySafety Goggles Mental Herb Rocky Helmet Throat Spray Other Trick RoomHelping HandFoul PlayPsychicImprisonProtectPsychic NoiseRoarAlly Switch Other
9.83%
Lunala psychicghostShadow ShieldElectric SeedPower HerbLeftoversCovert Cloak Mental Herb Grassy Seed Choice Specs Other Moongeist BeamTrick RoomWide GuardMoonblastMeteor BeamProtectExpanding ForceCalm MindOther
9.39%
Groudon groundDroughtAssault VestClear AmuletSitrus Berry Leftovers Covert Cloak Other Precipice BladesHeat CrashProtectHigh HorsepowerStone EdgeBulldozeWill-O-Wisp Rock Slide Brick Break Fire Punch Bulk Up Other
9.14%
Chi-Yu darkfireBeads of RuinChoice ScarfChoice Specs Other Heat WaveDark PulseSnarlOverheatFlamethrowerRuinationOther
8.46%
Sneasler fightingpoisonUnburdenPoison Touch Pressure Electric SeedOther Fake OutDire ClawClose CombatToxic SpikesThroat ChopAcid SprayUpper HandLow KickFeintOther
8.12%
Koraidon fightingdragonOrichalcum PulseLife OrbClear AmuletAbility ShieldPsychic Seed Choice Scarf Covert Cloak Loaded Dice Other Flare BlitzProtectFlame ChargeClose CombatCollision CourseDragon ClawU-turn Drain Punch Swords Dance Other
7.90%
Ogerpon-Cornerstone grassrockSturdyCornerstone MaskIvy CudgelFollow MeSpiky ShieldWood HammerPower WhipTauntEncore Other
7.59%
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