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Arcanine

Arcanin

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Usage Percent
0%
Monthly Rank
#101

Base Stats for Arcanine

HP
90
Atk
110
Def
80
SpA
100
SpD
80
Spe
95

Best Moves for Arcanine

Boutefeu
78.231%
Vitesse Extrême
70.109%
Abri
65.985%
Feu Follet
47.117%
Aboiement
44.751%
Éclair Fou
24.715%
Grondement
20.935%
Canicule
8.731%
Lance-Flammes
7.166%
Aurore
6.615%
Coup d’Main
4.128%
Close Combat
3.973%
Other
17.545%

Best Teammates for Arcanine

Best Items for Arcanine

Baie Sitrus
44.893%
Mouchoir Soie
17.382%
Baie Pocpoc
15.879%
Restes
8.683%
Baie Jouca
5.162%
Baie Charti
1.804%
Ceinture Noire
1.249%
Other
4.947%

Best Abilities for Arcanine

Intimidation
85.683%
Torche
11.475%
Cœur Noble
2.842%

Best EV Spreads for Arcanine

Rigide
30/
30/
0/
0/
0/
6
8.864%
Timide
32/
0/
0/
2/
0/
32
7.133%
Rigide
30/
0/
21/
0/
15/
0
6.932%
Jovial
26/
2/
1/
0/
10/
27
5.935%
Rigide
26/
30/
0/
0/
0/
10
5.741%
Rigide
21/
20/
1/
0/
1/
23
3.220%
Jovial
31/
2/
3/
0/
3/
27
2.880%
Timide
32/
0/
7/
0/
0/
27
2.611%
Rigide
30/
0/
19/
0/
15/
2
2.180%
Rigide
31/
10/
4/
0/
2/
19
1.865%
Rigide
32/
32/
0/
0/
0/
2
1.829%
Malin
32/
1/
20/
0/
1/
12
1.758%
Rigide
23/
10/
2/
0/
12/
19
1.689%
Timide
19/
0/
15/
0/
15/
17
1.672%
Jovial
32/
0/
7/
0/
0/
27
1.349%
Rigide
32/
32/
0/
0/
2/
0
1.321%
Jovial
26/
1/
1/
0/
11/
27
1.277%
Jovial
32/
0/
2/
0/
0/
32
1.221%
Rigide
12/
22/
11/
0/
0/
21
1.204%
Rigide
32/
10/
0/
0/
6/
18
1.197%

Type Matchups for Arcanine

Weak
Water 2x Ground 2x Rock 2x
Resist
Fire 1/2x Grass 1/2x Ice 1/2x Bug 1/2x Steel 1/2x Fairy 1/2x
Immune
None
Ability notes
Flash Fire: Fire moves become 0x after the ability is active.
Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best moves for Arcanin in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-A?

The top moves for Arcanin in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-A are Boutefeu (78.231%), Vitesse Extrême (70.109%), Abri (65.985%), Feu Follet (47.117%). These represent the highest usage percentages on the competitive ladder.

What are the best teammates for Arcanin?

Arcanin synergizes well with Basculegion (41.959%), Sneasler (36.284%), Kingambit (35.278%), Sylveon (27.278%). These Pokemon frequently appear on teams together and cover each other's weaknesses.

What item should I use on Arcanin?

The most popular items for Arcanin are Baie Sitrus (44.893%), Mouchoir Soie (17.382%), Baie Pocpoc (15.879%). The best choice depends on your team composition and strategy.

What ability is best for Arcanin?

The most common abilities for Arcanin are Intimidation (85.683%) and Torche (11.475%). The choice often depends on your team's strategy.

What is Arcanin weak to and resistant against?

Arcanin is weak to Water (2x), Ground (2x), Rock (2x), resists Fire (1/2x), Grass (1/2x), Ice (1/2x), Bug (1/2x), Steel (1/2x), Fairy (1/2x), and is immune to no attacking types. Ability notes: Flash Fire: Fire moves become 0x after the ability is active.

Is Arcanin good in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-A?

Arcanin is currently ranked in the Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-A metagame. Check the usage percentage and teammates section to see how well it performs. The data is aggregated from thousands of high-level ranked battles.





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