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Best Counters for Arceus (Rock Type)

Find practical counter Pokémon, attacking types, and defensive matchup notes for Arceus (Rock Type).

Rock
Arceus (Rock Type) Pokémon sprite

Arceus (Rock Type)

#0493

Quick answer

Arceus (Rock Type) is best pressured by Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground, and Steel-type attacks at 2x damage. Because there is no 4x weakness, defensive safety, Speed, and raw stats matter more.

Best move types

Water×2Grass×2Fighting×2Ground×2

Top weaknesses (5)

Water×2Grass×2Fighting×2Ground×2Steel×2

Type matchup table

Water type iconWater2x
Grass type iconGrass2x
Fighting type iconFighting2x
Ground type iconGround2x
Steel type iconSteel2x
Electric type iconElectric1x
Ice type iconIce1x
Psychic type iconPsychic1x
Bug type iconBug1x
Rock type iconRock1x
Ghost type iconGhost1x
Dragon type iconDragon1x
Dark type iconDark1x
Fairy type iconFairy1x
Normal type iconNormal0.5x
Fire type iconFire0.5x
Poison type iconPoison0.5x
Flying type iconFlying0.5x

Recommended practical counters

Archaludon Pokémon sprite

Archaludon

#1018

Bulky switch-inStrong special attacker
SteelDragon
  • Deals 2x damage with Steel-type attacks
  • Has STAB Steel-type attacks
  • Resists the target's Rock 0.5x STAB attacks
  • Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
  • Solid mixed bulk improves switch-in safety
Best typeSteel×2

Safe into Rock 0.5x

125 offense · 85 Speed

Lucario Pokémon sprite

Lucario

#0448

Bulky switch-inBudget option
FightingSteel
  • Deals 2x damage with Fighting-type attacks
  • Has STAB Fighting-type attacks
  • Resists the target's Rock 0.25x STAB attacks
  • Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Best typeFighting×2

Safe into Rock 0.25x

115 offense · 90 Speed

Strong theoretical counters

Best move types to use

Water×2Grass×2Fighting×2Ground×2Steel×2

Move availability depends on game version and learnset data, so this page recommends move types rather than guaranteed moves.

Water type pageGrass type pageFighting type pageGround type pageSteel type page

Counter notes for Arceus (Rock Type)

  • Arceus (Rock Type) is a Rock Pokémon with 120 base Speed and stronger mixed offenses. Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground, and Steel attacks all work offensively, but safer counters are usually the ones that reduce risk from its own STAB types.
  • Arceus (Rock Type) has 5 weaknesses that deal 2× damage and no 4× weakness, so the best counters are the ones that can hit it super-effectively while also reducing the risk from Rock STAB.
  • Known abilities include Multitype. This page does not assume ability-specific battle effects, so verify the format before relying on a single counter.
  • Avoid counters that are weak to Rock unless they are fast enough to pressure immediately or bulky enough to survive the exchange.
  • Arceus (Rock Type) has alternate forms that can change this matchup, including Arceus, Arceus (Bug Type), and Arceus (Dark Type). Check the specific form before relying on this defensive profile.

What not to use

Normal×0.5Fire×0.5Poison×0.5Flying×0.5

These attacking types are resisted or blocked by the defender's typing, so they are usually lower-priority choices unless they provide a special battle role.

Battle caveats

  • This ranking uses modern Gen 6+ type matchups, STAB value, defensive switch-in safety, and base stats.
  • Abilities, held items, Terastallization, weather, terrain, and format rules can change real battle outcomes.
  • Coverage moves can punish obvious counters, so treat this as type-based guidance rather than a full matchup simulator.
  • Move availability depends on game version and learnset data; this page recommends attacking types rather than guaranteed moves.

Related pages

Arceus (Rock Type) weakness chartArceus (Rock Type) PokédexRock countersWater type pageGrass type pageFighting type pagePokémon type chartSpeed tiers

FAQ

What is the best counter for Arceus (Rock Type)?

Arceus (Rock Type) is best countered by Pokémon that can use Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground, and Steel (2x) attacks while avoiding bad defensive matchups into Rock STAB attacks. Because there is no 4x weakness, Speed, bulk, and offensive stats matter more when choosing the actual Pokémon.

What type is best against Arceus (Rock Type)?

Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground, and Steel are the strongest attacking types against Arceus (Rock Type), dealing 2x damage under the modern Gen 6+ type chart.

How many useful attacking types hit Arceus (Rock Type) super-effectively?

Arceus (Rock Type) has 5 super-effective attacking options: Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground, and Steel. Use the highest multiplier first, then choose a Pokémon that is not exposed to Rock STAB attacks.

Are abilities included in this counter ranking?

No. The ranking uses base typing and base stats. Abilities, items, Terastallization, weather, terrain, and special move rules can change the real matchup.

Does Terastallization change Arceus (Rock Type) counters?

Yes. Terastallization can replace the defensive typing used here, so the recommended counter types may change completely in formats where Tera is active.

What should I avoid using against Arceus (Rock Type)?

Avoid relying on Normal, Fire, Poison, and Flying attacks unless they have a special role or unusually high power.

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