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Slowbro Counters, Weaknesses & Best Builds — Pokémon Champions

Type: Water / Psychic · BST: 490 · Role: Special Attacker

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

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Slowbro can Mega Evolve into Mega Slowbro, changing its stats and role mid-battle. See the Mega form page for its updated counters and weaknesses.

With a 490 base stat total, Slowbro plays as a Special Attacker. Its highest stat is Defense (110), and at base 30 Speed it sits faster than 2% 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 Slowbro 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 Slowbro

  1. Pikachu (Electric)
  2. Raichu (Electric)
  3. Forretress (Bug / Steel)
  4. Manectric (Electric)
  5. Mega Manectric (Electric)
  6. Sharpedo (Water / Dark)
  7. Mega Sharpedo (Water / Dark)
  8. Banette (Ghost)

How each counter beats Slowbro

  • Pikachu (Electric) outspeeds Slowbro and hits it super-effectively with STAB Electric moves.
  • Raichu (Electric) outspeeds Slowbro and hits it super-effectively with STAB Electric moves.
  • Forretress (Bug / Steel) outspeeds Slowbro and hits it super-effectively with STAB Bug moves.
  • Manectric (Electric) outspeeds Slowbro and hits it super-effectively with STAB Electric moves.
  • Mega Manectric (Electric) outspeeds Slowbro and hits it super-effectively with STAB Electric moves.

Slowbro weaknesses, resistances & immunities

Weaknesses

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

Resistances

  • Fire (×0.5)
  • Water (×0.5)
  • Ice (×0.5)
  • Fighting (×0.5)
  • Psychic (×0.5)
  • Steel (×0.5)

Base stats

HP
95
Attack
75
Defense
110
Sp. Attack
100
Sp. Defense
80
Speed
30
Total
490

Best Tera Types for Slowbro

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

  • Water (own STAB — offensive boost)
  • Psychic (own STAB — offensive boost)
  • Fire (defensive shift)
  • Electric (defensive shift)

Abilities

  • Oblivious — [object Object]
  • Own Tempo — [object Object]
  • Regenerator (hidden) — [object Object]

Other Water-type Pokémon in Pokémon Champions

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

Frequently asked questions about Slowbro

What counters Slowbro in Pokémon Champions?

The top counters for Slowbro are Pikachu, Raichu, Forretress, Manectric, Mega Manectric. These Pokémon hit Slowbro super-effectively with STAB moves and resist (or avoid) its main STAB types, making them reliable picks in Pokémon Champions.

What is Slowbro weak to?

Slowbro is a Water / Psychic-type Pokémon weak to Electric, Grass, Bug, Ghost, Dark. Bring STAB moves of those types for super-effective damage.

What is the best Pokémon against Slowbro?

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

How do you beat Slowbro in Pokémon Champions?

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

Is Slowbro good in Pokémon Champions?

Slowbro's viability in Pokémon Champions depends on the Season roster and tier. Check its base stats (490 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.