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Polteageist Counters, Weaknesses & Best Builds — Pokémon Champions

Type: Ghost · BST: 508 · Role: Special Wallbreaker

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

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With a 508 base stat total, Polteageist plays as a Special Wallbreaker. Its highest stat is Special Attack (134), and at base 70 Speed it sits faster than 34% 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 Polteageist 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 Polteageist

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

How each counter beats Polteageist

  • Hisuian Zoroark (Normal / Ghost) outspeeds Polteageist and hits it super-effectively with STAB Ghost moves.
  • Sharpedo (Water / Dark) outspeeds Polteageist and hits it super-effectively with STAB Dark moves.
  • Mega Sharpedo (Water / Dark) outspeeds Polteageist and hits it super-effectively with STAB Dark moves.
  • Liepard (Dark) outspeeds Polteageist and hits it super-effectively with STAB Dark moves.
  • Pangoro (Fighting / Dark) underspeeds but can still trade Polteageist and hits it super-effectively with STAB Dark moves.

Polteageist weaknesses, resistances & immunities

Weaknesses

  • Ghost (×2)
  • Dark (×2)

Resistances

  • Poison (×0.5)
  • Bug (×0.5)

Immunities

  • Normal
  • Fighting

Base stats

HP
60
Attack
65
Defense
65
Sp. Attack
134
Sp. Defense
114
Speed
70
Total
508

Best Tera Types for Polteageist

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

Abilities

  • Weak Armor — [object Object]
  • Cursed Body (hidden) — [object Object]

Other Ghost-type Pokémon in Pokémon Champions

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

Frequently asked questions about Polteageist

What counters Polteageist in Pokémon Champions?

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

What is Polteageist weak to?

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

What is the best Pokémon against Polteageist?

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

How do you beat Polteageist in Pokémon Champions?

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

Is Polteageist good in Pokémon Champions?

Polteageist's viability in Pokémon Champions depends on the Season roster and tier. Check its base stats (508 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.