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Mega Pinsir Counters, Weaknesses & Best Builds — Pokémon Champions

Type: Bug / Flying · BST: 600 · Role: Physical Sweeper

Mega Pinsir is a Bug / Flying-type Pokémon in Pokémon Champions that takes super-effective damage from Fire, Electric, Ice, Flying, Rock. This guide lists the top 8 counters for Mega Pinsir, its defensive matchups, base stats, abilities, best Tera Types, competitive role, and how to beat it in ranked play. The best picks are Rampardos, Bastiodon, Hisuian Arcanine plus 5 more ranked below.

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Mega Pinsir is the Mega Evolution of Pinsir. It gains a stat boost and sometimes changes type or ability when it Mega Evolves mid-battle in Pokémon Champions.

With a 600 base stat total, Mega Pinsir plays as a Physical Sweeper. Its highest stat is Attack (155), and at base 105 Speed it sits faster than 80% of the Pokémon Champions roster. Use this profile when building a counter-team: a bulky Physical wall like Skarmory or Hippowdon can switch in safely.

What counters Mega Pinsir 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 Mega Pinsir

  1. Rampardos (Rock)
  2. Bastiodon (Rock / Steel)
  3. Hisuian Arcanine (Fire / Rock)
  4. Aerodactyl (Rock / Flying)
  5. Mega Aerodactyl (Rock / Flying)
  6. Aggron (Steel / Rock)
  7. Rhyperior (Ground / Rock)
  8. Tyrantrum (Rock / Dragon)

How each counter beats Mega Pinsir

  • Rampardos (Rock) underspeeds but can still trade Mega Pinsir and hits it super-effectively with STAB Rock moves.
  • Bastiodon (Rock / Steel) underspeeds but can still trade Mega Pinsir and hits it super-effectively with STAB Rock moves.
  • Hisuian Arcanine (Fire / Rock) underspeeds but can still trade Mega Pinsir and hits it super-effectively with STAB Fire moves.
  • Aerodactyl (Rock / Flying) outspeeds Mega Pinsir and hits it super-effectively with STAB Rock moves.
  • Mega Aerodactyl (Rock / Flying) outspeeds Mega Pinsir and hits it super-effectively with STAB Rock moves.

Mega Pinsir weaknesses, resistances & immunities

Weaknesses

  • Fire (×2)
  • Electric (×2)
  • Ice (×2)
  • Flying (×2)
  • Rock (×4)

Resistances

  • Grass (×0.25)
  • Fighting (×0.25)
  • Bug (×0.5)

Immunities

  • Ground

Base stats

HP
65
Attack
155
Defense
120
Sp. Attack
65
Sp. Defense
90
Speed
105
Total
600

Best Tera Types for Mega Pinsir

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

  • Bug (own STAB — offensive boost)
  • Flying (own STAB — offensive boost)
  • Fire (defensive shift)
  • Water (defensive shift)

Abilities

  • Aerilate — [object Object]

Other Bug-type Pokémon in Pokémon Champions

Want to explore similar picks? These Bug-type Pokémon share matchups and weaknesses with Mega Pinsir:

Frequently asked questions about Mega Pinsir

What counters Mega Pinsir in Pokémon Champions?

The top counters for Mega Pinsir are Rampardos, Bastiodon, Hisuian Arcanine, Aerodactyl, Mega Aerodactyl. These Pokémon hit Mega Pinsir super-effectively with STAB moves and resist (or avoid) its main STAB types, making them reliable picks in Pokémon Champions.

What is Mega Pinsir weak to?

Mega Pinsir is a Bug / Flying-type Pokémon weak to Fire, Electric, Ice, Flying, Rock. Bring STAB moves of those types for super-effective damage.

What is the best Pokémon against Mega Pinsir?

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

How do you beat Mega Pinsir in Pokémon Champions?

To beat Mega Pinsir, lead with a Pokémon that resists its STAB types (Bug / Flying) and carries super-effective coverage (Fire, Electric, Ice, Flying, Rock). Avoid Pokémon that share Mega Pinsir's weaknesses, and use PokeCounter's free counter picker to auto-select the optimal team.

Is Mega Pinsir good in Pokémon Champions?

Mega Pinsir's viability in Pokémon Champions depends on the Season roster and tier. Check its base stats (600 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.