Clefable Counters, Weaknesses & Best Builds — Pokémon Champions
Type: Fairy · BST: 483 · Role: Special Attacker
Clefable is a Fairy-type Pokémon in Pokémon Champions that takes super-effective damage from Poison, Steel. This guide lists the top 8 counters for Clefable, its defensive matchups, base stats, abilities, best Tera Types, competitive role, and how to beat it in ranked play. The best picks are Venusaur, Mega Venusaur, Beedrill plus 5 more ranked below.
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Clefable can Mega Evolve into Mega Clefable, changing its stats and role mid-battle. See the Mega form page for its updated counters and weaknesses.
With a 483 base stat total, Clefable plays as a Special Attacker. Its highest stat is HP (95), and at base 60 Speed it sits faster than 23% of the Pokémon Champions roster. Use this profile when building a counter-team: a Special wall like Blissey or Assault Vest Tyranitar can soak its damage.
What counters Clefable in Pokémon Champions?
The top counters are picked using STAB type coverage + defensive safety across the entire Pokémon Champions roster. Click any Pokémon below to open its own counter page.
Top counters vs Clefable
- Venusaur (Grass / Poison)
- Mega Venusaur (Grass / Poison)
- Beedrill (Bug / Poison)
- Mega Beedrill (Bug / Poison)
- Arbok (Poison)
- Ariados (Bug / Poison)
- Forretress (Bug / Steel)
- Mega Chimecho (Psychic / Steel)
How each counter beats Clefable
- Venusaur (Grass / Poison) outspeeds Clefable and hits it super-effectively with STAB Poison moves.
- Mega Venusaur (Grass / Poison) outspeeds Clefable and hits it super-effectively with STAB Poison moves.
- Beedrill (Bug / Poison) outspeeds Clefable and hits it super-effectively with STAB Poison moves.
- Mega Beedrill (Bug / Poison) outspeeds Clefable and hits it super-effectively with STAB Poison moves.
- Arbok (Poison) outspeeds Clefable and hits it super-effectively with STAB Poison moves.
Clefable weaknesses, resistances & immunities
Weaknesses
- Poison (×2)
- Steel (×2)
Resistances
- Fighting (×0.5)
- Bug (×0.5)
- Dark (×0.5)
Immunities
- Dragon
Base stats
- HP
- 95
- Attack
- 70
- Defense
- 73
- Sp. Attack
- 95
- Sp. Defense
- 90
- Speed
- 60
- Total
- 483
Best Tera Types for Clefable
The best Tera Types for Clefable cover its main weaknesses or boost its STAB offense. Consider:
Abilities
- Cute Charm — [object Object]
- Magic Guard — [object Object]
- Unaware (hidden) — [object Object]
Other Fairy-type Pokémon in Pokémon Champions
Want to explore similar picks? These Fairy-type Pokémon share matchups and weaknesses with Clefable:
Frequently asked questions about Clefable
What counters Clefable in Pokémon Champions?
The top counters for Clefable are Venusaur, Mega Venusaur, Beedrill, Mega Beedrill, Arbok. These Pokémon hit Clefable super-effectively with STAB moves and resist (or avoid) its main STAB types, making them reliable picks in Pokémon Champions.
What is Clefable weak to?
Clefable is a Fairy-type Pokémon weak to Poison, Steel. Bring STAB moves of those types for super-effective damage.
What is the best Pokémon against Clefable?
The single best pick against Clefable in the Pokémon Champions roster is Venusaur, based on STAB type coverage and defensive safety. See the full ranked list above for alternatives.
How do you beat Clefable in Pokémon Champions?
To beat Clefable, lead with a Pokémon that resists its STAB types (Fairy) and carries super-effective coverage (Poison, Steel). Avoid Pokémon that share Clefable's weaknesses, and use PokeCounter's free counter picker to auto-select the optimal team.
Is Clefable good in Pokémon Champions?
Clefable's viability in Pokémon Champions depends on the Season roster and tier. Check its base stats (483 BST), ability synergies and current usage rates on PokeCounter's live rankings.
Looking for more Pokémon Champions resources? Check the competitive tier list, the live meta rankings, the speed tiers, the full type chart, or the held items guide.