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Espathra Counters, Weaknesses & Best Builds — Pokémon Champions

Type: Psychic · BST: 481 · Role: Special Sweeper

Espathra is a Psychic-type Pokémon in Pokémon Champions that takes super-effective damage from Bug, Ghost, Dark. This guide lists the top 8 counters for Espathra, its defensive matchups, base stats, abilities, best Tera Types, competitive role, and how to beat it in ranked play. The best picks are Sharpedo, Mega Sharpedo, Liepard plus 5 more ranked below.

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With a 481 base stat total, Espathra plays as a Special Sweeper. Its highest stat is Speed (105), and at base 105 Speed it sits faster than 80% 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 Espathra 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 Espathra

  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)

How each counter beats Espathra

  • Sharpedo (Water / Dark) underspeeds but can still trade Espathra and hits it super-effectively with STAB Dark moves.
  • Mega Sharpedo (Water / Dark) speed-ties Espathra and hits it super-effectively with STAB Dark moves.
  • Liepard (Dark) outspeeds Espathra and hits it super-effectively with STAB Dark moves.
  • Pangoro (Fighting / Dark) underspeeds but can still trade Espathra and hits it super-effectively with STAB Dark moves.
  • Mega Gyarados (Water / Dark) underspeeds but can still trade Espathra and hits it super-effectively with STAB Dark moves.

Espathra weaknesses, resistances & immunities

Weaknesses

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

Resistances

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

Base stats

HP
95
Attack
60
Defense
60
Sp. Attack
101
Sp. Defense
60
Speed
105
Total
481

Best Tera Types for Espathra

The best Tera Types for Espathra cover its main weaknesses or boost its STAB offense. Consider:

Abilities

  • Opportunist — [object Object]
  • Frisk — [object Object]
  • Speed Boost (hidden) — [object Object]

Other Psychic-type Pokémon in Pokémon Champions

Want to explore similar picks? These Psychic-type Pokémon share matchups and weaknesses with Espathra:

Frequently asked questions about Espathra

What counters Espathra in Pokémon Champions?

The top counters for Espathra are Sharpedo, Mega Sharpedo, Liepard, Pangoro, Mega Gyarados. These Pokémon hit Espathra super-effectively with STAB moves and resist (or avoid) its main STAB types, making them reliable picks in Pokémon Champions.

What is Espathra weak to?

Espathra is a Psychic-type Pokémon weak to Bug, Ghost, Dark. Bring STAB moves of those types for super-effective damage.

What is the best Pokémon against Espathra?

The single best pick against Espathra in the Pokémon Champions roster is Sharpedo, based on STAB type coverage and defensive safety. See the full ranked list above for alternatives.

How do you beat Espathra in Pokémon Champions?

To beat Espathra, lead with a Pokémon that resists its STAB types (Psychic) and carries super-effective coverage (Bug, Ghost, Dark). Avoid Pokémon that share Espathra's weaknesses, and use PokeCounter's free counter picker to auto-select the optimal team.

Is Espathra good in Pokémon Champions?

Espathra's viability in Pokémon Champions depends on the Season roster and tier. Check its base stats (481 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.