Alakazam sprite

Alakazam counters, weaknesses & stats

Type: Psychic

Looking for the best counters for Alakazam? This page lists the top Pokémon from the Pokémon Champions roster that hit Alakazam super-effectively, along with its full base stats, defensive matchups, abilities and weaknesses. Alakazam is a Psychic-type Pokémon that takes super-effective damage from Bug, Ghost, Dark.

Base stats

HP
55
Attack
50
Defense
45
Sp. Attack
135
Sp. Defense
95
Speed
120
Total
500

Weaknesses

  • Bug (×2)
  • Ghost (×2)
  • Dark (×2)

Resistances

  • Fighting (×0.5)
  • Psychic (×0.5)

Abilities

  • Synchronize — Copies burns, paralysis, and poison received onto the Pokémon that inflicted them.
  • Inner Focus — Prevents flinching.
  • Magic Guard (hidden) — Protects against damage not directly caused by a move.

Top counters vs Alakazam

  1. Sharpedo (Water / Dark)
  2. Mega Sharpedo (Water / Dark)
  3. Liepard (Dark)
  4. Pangoro (Fighting / Dark)
  5. Mega Gyarados (Water / Dark)
  6. Umbreon (Dark)
  7. Houndoom (Dark / Fire)
  8. Mega Houndoom (Dark / Fire)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best counter for Alakazam?

Based on STAB type coverage and defensive safety, the top counter in the Pokémon Champions roster is Sharpedo. See the full ranked list above for more options.

What are Alakazam's weaknesses?

Alakazam is weak to Bug, Ghost, Dark.

What type is Alakazam?

Alakazam is a Psychic-type Pokémon.