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Base Stats for Arcanine
HP
90
Atk
110
Def
80
SpA
100
SpD
80
Spe
95
Best Moves for Arcanine
Envite Ígneo
86.704%
Fuego Fatuo
85.684%
Velocidad Extrema
75.804%
Protección
57.611%
Alarido
33.105%
Cara Susto
15.359%
Sol Matinal
7.370%
Terratemblor
6.580%
Lanzallamas
6.256%
A Bocajarro
4.315%
Psicocolmillo
3.913%
Other
17.299%
Best Teammates for Arcanine
Best Items for Arcanine
Gafa Protectora
58.956%
Pañuelo Elección
15.388%
Casco Dentado
7.367%
Covert Cloak
5.894%
Chaleco Asalto
4.615%
Restos
2.230%
Baya Zidra
2.057%
Other
3.494%
Best Abilities for Arcanine
Intimidación
96.684%
Justiciero
3.274%
Absorbe Fuego
0.042%
Best EV Spreads for Arcanine
Firme
116/
156/
4/
0/
100/
132
42.971%
Alegre
236/
76/
0/
0/
0/
196
15.359%
Agitada
236/
0/
212/
0/
0/
60
6.442%
Cauta
252/
4/
92/
0/
156/
4
5.863%
Serena
252/
0/
0/
4/
252/
0
5.683%
Firme
252/
100/
0/
0/
0/
156
3.878%
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best moves for Arcanine in VGC 2025 Regulation Set I?
The top moves for Arcanine in VGC 2025 Regulation Set I are Envite Ígneo (86.704%), Fuego Fatuo (85.684%), Velocidad Extrema (75.804%), Protección (57.611%). These represent the highest usage percentages on the competitive ladder.
What are the best teammates for Arcanine?
Arcanine synergizes well with Miraidon (49.421%), Ting-Lu (48.645%), Calyrex-Ice (38.790%), Iron Hands (38.592%). These Pokemon frequently appear on teams together and cover each other's weaknesses.
What item should I use on Arcanine?
The most popular items for Arcanine are Gafa Protectora (58.956%), Pañuelo Elección (15.388%), Casco Dentado (7.367%). The best choice depends on your team composition and strategy.
What ability is best for Arcanine?
The most common abilities for Arcanine are Intimidación (96.684%) and Justiciero (3.274%). The choice often depends on your team's strategy.
What Tera Type should I use on Arcanine?
Tera Type data is not available for this format or Pokemon.
What is the best EV spread for Arcanine?
The most common EV spread for Arcanine is Firme with 116/156/4/0/100/132 (42.971% usage). This build is optimized for the current metagame.
What is Arcanine weak to and resistant against?
Arcanine 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 Arcanine good in VGC 2025 Regulation Set I?
Arcanine is currently ranked in the VGC 2025 Regulation Set I 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.
Pokemon
% usage
Incineroar firedarkIntimidateBlaze Assault VestRocky HelmetSafety GogglesRoom Service Sitrus Berry Covert Cloak Other Fake OutKnock OffFlare BlitzParting ShotU-turnWill-O-WispTauntOther
47.67%
Miraidon electricdragonHadron EngineChoice ScarfChoice SpecsAssault VestLife Orb Covert Cloak Other Electro DriftVolt SwitchDraco MeteorSnarlDazzling GleamProtect Other
42.62%
Calyrex-Shadow psychicghostLife OrbFocus SashChoice SpecsSpell Tag Covert Cloak Spooky Plate Leftovers Other Astral BarrageProtectPsychicNasty PlotPollen PuffEncoreDraining KissExpanding Force Will-O-Wisp Calm Mind Shadow Ball Trick Tera Blast Other
36.90%
Zamazenta-Crowned fightingsteelDauntless ShieldRusted ShieldBody PressProtectWide GuardHeavy SlamImprisonIron HeadOther
34.05%
Urshifu fightingwaterUnseen FistFocus SashChoice ScarfChoice BandMystic WaterOther Surging StrikesAqua JetClose CombatU-turnDetectTauntProtectOther
29.94%
Calyrex-Ice psychiciceClear AmuletLeftoversNever-Melt IceChoice Band Sitrus Berry Assault Vest Other Glacial LanceTrick RoomProtectHigh HorsepowerLeech SeedImprison Close Combat Icicle Crash Other
29.23%
Rillaboom grassGrassy SurgeOvergrow Assault VestMiracle Seed Other Fake OutGrassy GlideU-turnWood HammerOther
25.70%
Chien-Pao darkiceSword of RuinFocus SashLife OrbAssault Vest Safety Goggles Other ProtectSucker PunchIce SpinnerIcicle CrashTauntSacred SwordIce ShardCrunchRuinationOther
21.01%
Electrofuria electricdragonProtosynthesisBooster EnergyLife OrbMagnetAssault VestZap Plate Other ThunderclapThunderboltProtectDraco MeteorDragon PulseSnarl Other
16.76%
Whimsicott grassfairyPranksterChlorophyll Infiltrator Covert CloakFocus SashAbility Shield Mental Herb Other TailwindMoonblastEncoreLight ScreenFake TearsTauntEndeavorDazzling Gleam Protect Other
16.37%
Amoonguss grasspoisonRegeneratorEffect Spore Rocky HelmetMental HerbCovert Cloak Sitrus Berry Other SporeRage PowderProtectPollen PuffSludge BombOther
15.83%
Grimmsnarl darkfairyPranksterFrisk Pickpocket Light ClayCovert CloakOther Light ScreenSpirit BreakReflectThunder WaveFake OutScary FaceFoul PlayParting Shot Other
15.06%
Kyogre waterDrizzleMystic WaterChoice ScarfAssault VestChoice Specs Covert Cloak Splash Plate Leftovers Power Lens Other Water SpoutOrigin PulseProtectHydro PumpThunderIce BeamTera Blast Other
14.84%
Volcarona bugfireFlame BodySwarm LeftoversElectric SeedRocky HelmetCovert Cloak Grassy Seed Other ProtectQuiver DanceFiery DanceStruggle BugGiga DrainFlamethrowerRage PowderTailwindOther
14.47%
Smeargle normalMoodyTechnicianOwn Tempo Focus SashOther Follow MeSporeFake OutDecorateWide GuardSpiky ShieldOther
14.05%
Landorus groundflyingSheer ForceSand Force Life OrbChoice Scarf Focus Sash Other Earth PowerSludge BombProtectSandsear StormTauntSubstituteOther
13.60%
Tornadus flyingPranksterDefiant Covert CloakSharp BeakRocky HelmetFocus Sash Mental Herb Sky Plate Other TailwindBleakwind StormTauntProtectRain DanceOther
12.84%
Melenaleteo ghostfairyProtosynthesisFocus SashBooster EnergyChoice SpecsOther MoonblastProtectIcy WindShadow BallTauntThunder WaveDazzling GleamOther
11.05%
Farigiraf normalpsychicArmor TailCud Chew Sap Sipper Electric SeedSitrus BerrySafety Goggles Mental Herb Rocky Helmet Throat Spray Other Trick RoomHelping HandFoul PlayPsychicImprisonProtectPsychic NoiseRoarAlly Switch Other
9.83%
Lunala psychicghostShadow ShieldElectric SeedPower HerbLeftoversCovert Cloak Mental Herb Grassy Seed Choice Specs Other Moongeist BeamTrick RoomWide GuardMoonblastMeteor BeamProtectExpanding ForceCalm MindOther
9.39%
Groudon groundDroughtAssault VestClear AmuletSitrus Berry Leftovers Covert Cloak Other Precipice BladesHeat CrashProtectHigh HorsepowerStone EdgeBulldozeWill-O-Wisp Rock Slide Brick Break Fire Punch Bulk Up Other
9.14%
Chi-Yu darkfireBeads of RuinChoice ScarfChoice Specs Other Heat WaveDark PulseSnarlOverheatFlamethrowerRuinationOther
8.46%
Sneasler fightingpoisonUnburdenPoison Touch Pressure Electric SeedOther Fake OutDire ClawClose CombatToxic SpikesThroat ChopAcid SprayUpper HandLow KickFeintOther
8.12%
Koraidon fightingdragonOrichalcum PulseLife OrbClear AmuletAbility ShieldPsychic Seed Choice Scarf Covert Cloak Loaded Dice Other Flare BlitzProtectFlame ChargeClose CombatCollision CourseDragon ClawU-turn Drain Punch Swords Dance Other
7.90%
Ogerpon-Cornerstone grassrockSturdyCornerstone MaskIvy CudgelFollow MeSpiky ShieldWood HammerPower WhipTauntEncore Other
7.59%
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