Gyarados counters, weaknesses & stats
Type: Water / Flying
Looking for the best counters for Gyarados? This page lists the top Pokémon from the Pokémon Champions roster that hit Gyarados super-effectively, along with its full base stats, defensive matchups, abilities and weaknesses. Gyarados is a Water / Flying-type Pokémon that takes super-effective damage from Electric, Rock.
Base stats
- HP
- 95
- Attack
- 125
- Defense
- 79
- Sp. Attack
- 60
- Sp. Defense
- 100
- Speed
- 81
- Total
- 540
Weaknesses
- Electric (×4)
- Rock (×2)
Resistances
- Fire (×0.5)
- Water (×0.5)
- Fighting (×0.5)
- Bug (×0.5)
- Steel (×0.5)
Immunities
- Ground
Abilities
- Intimidate — Lowers opponents' Attack one stage upon entering battle.
- Moxie (hidden) — Raises Attack one stage upon KOing a Pokémon.
Top counters vs Gyarados
Frequently asked questions
What is the best counter for Gyarados?
Based on STAB type coverage and defensive safety, the top counter in the Pokémon Champions roster is Pikachu. See the full ranked list above for more options.
What are Gyarados's weaknesses?
Gyarados is weak to Electric, Rock.
What type is Gyarados?
Gyarados is a Water / Flying-type Pokémon.