No.0964
Palafin
Dolphin Pokémon
Description
Its physical capabilities are no different than a Finizen’s, but when its allies are in danger, it transforms and powers itself up.
Raising data
Base StatsTotal 457
Actual stats
| Max | 252 EV | 0 EV | Min | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP | 207 | 207 | 175 | 175 |
| Atk | 134 | 122 | 90 | 81 |
| Def | 136 | 124 | 92 | 82 |
| SpA | 115 | 105 | 73 | 65 |
| SpD | 125 | 114 | 82 | 73 |
| Spe | 167 | 152 | 120 | 108 |
Calculated at 31 IVs. Max = 252 EVs with a boosting nature, 252 EV = neutral nature, 0 EV = neutral nature, Min = 0 EVs with a hindering nature. HP is not affected by nature.
Abilities
- Zero to Hero
The Pokémon transforms into its Hero Form when it switches out.
Competitive usage
How often this Pokémon is used in ranked battles, and within that, the share of its moves, items, abilities, Tera types, EV spreads and teammates. Listed per format.
Moves
- Jet Punch85.6%
- Flip Turn69.3%
- Ice Punch57%
- Wave Crash52.8%
- Bulk Up41.5%
- Close Combat38.6%
- Drain Punch22.5%
- Encore17.6%
- Liquidation5.9%
- Body Slam2.7%
Items
- Mystic Water51.3%
- Leftovers23.7%
- Choice Scarf12.6%
- Sitrus Berry3.9%
- Expert Belt2.3%
- Muscle Band1.6%
Abilities
- Zero to Hero100%
EV spreads
Teammates
Source: Smogon (Champions BSS reg.MC)
Moves
- Wave Crash89.8%
- Jet Punch84.9%
- Protect74.7%
- Flip Turn40.1%
- Close Combat39.7%
- Ice Punch21.4%
- Bulk Up18.6%
- Drain Punch17.1%
- Liquidation2.1%
- Throat Chop2%
Items
- Mystic Water45.9%
- Life Orb20.7%
- Choice Scarf13.4%
- Leftovers12.7%
- Eject Button1.7%
- Air Balloon1.6%
Abilities
- Zero to Hero100%
EV spreads
Teammates
Source: Smogon (Champions VGC reg.MC)
Moves
- Jet Punch99.8%
- Wave Crash65.9%
- Flip Turn54.6%
- Protect49%
- Close Combat41.6%
- Drain Punch32.3%
- Bulk Up29.9%
- Ice Punch17%
- Icy Wind7.4%
- Zen Headbutt1.8%
Items
- Clear Amulet27.3%
- Choice Scarf25.3%
- Choice Band24%
- Mystic Water18.9%
- Leftovers2.1%
- Life Orb1.4%
Abilities
- Zero to Hero100%
Tera types
- water83.7%
- fighting13.1%
- grass1.9%
- poison0.9%
- fairy0.1%
- ground0.1%
EV spreads
Teammates
Source: Smogon (Doubles OU)
Moves whose power depends on weight
Low Kick scales with the target's weight; Heavy Slam scales with the attacker-to-target weight ratio. Opponents listed are taken from the usage data, limited to Pokémon that actually run the move.
Power taken from Heavy Slam
Evolution
Type Matchups
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Moves
Level up
| — | WaterFlip Turn | Physical 60 |
| Lv1 | WaterJet Punch | Physical 60 |
| Lv1 | NormalSupersonic | Status |
| Lv1 | WaterWater Gun | Special 40 |
| Lv7 | GhostAstonish | Physical 30 |
| Lv10 | NormalFocus Energy | Status |
| Lv13 | WaterAqua Jet | Physical 40 |
| Lv17 | NormalDouble Hit | Physical 35 |
| Lv21 | WaterDive | Physical 80 |
| Lv25 | FairyCharm | Status |
| Lv29 | FlyingAcrobatics | Physical 55 |
| Lv34 | NormalEncore | Status |
| Lv39 | WaterAqua Tail | Physical 90 |
| Lv44 | IceMist | Status |
| Lv50 | WaterHydro Pump | Special 110 |
| Lv55 | FightingFocus Punch | Physical 150 |
| Lv61 | WaterWave Crash | Physical 120 |
TM (45)
Same-type Pokémon
FAQ
What kind of Pokémon is Palafin?
Dolphin Pokémon Its physical capabilities are no different than a Finizen’s, but when its allies are in danger, it transforms and powers itself up.
What type is Palafin?
Palafin is a Water-type Pokémon.
What is Palafin weak to?
It takes heavy damage from Electric / Grass-type moves.
What are Palafin's base stats?
HP100 / Atk70 / Def72 / SpA53 / SpD62 / Spe100 (total 457)
What are Palafin's abilities?
Zero to Hero