Pokémon counters guide

Best Counters for Meloetta

Find practical counter Pokémon, attacking types, and defensive matchup notes for Meloetta.

NormalPsychic
Meloetta Pokémon sprite

Meloetta

#0648

Quick answer

Meloetta is best pressured by Bug and Dark-type attacks at 2x damage. Because there is no 4x weakness, defensive safety, Speed, and raw stats matter more.

Best move types

Bug×2Dark×2

Top weaknesses (2)

Bug×2Dark×2

Type matchup table

Bug type iconBug2x
Dark type iconDark2x
Normal type iconNormal1x
Fire type iconFire1x
Water type iconWater1x
Electric type iconElectric1x
Grass type iconGrass1x
Ice type iconIce1x
Fighting type iconFighting1x
Poison type iconPoison1x
Ground type iconGround1x
Flying type iconFlying1x
Rock type iconRock1x
Dragon type iconDragon1x
Steel type iconSteel1x
Fairy type iconFairy1x
Psychic type iconPsychic0.5x
Ghost type iconGhost0x

Recommended practical counters

Overqwil Pokémon sprite

Overqwil

#0904

Immune to PsychicBudget option
DarkPoison
  • Deals 2x damage with Dark-type attacks
  • Has STAB Dark-type attacks
  • Is immune to the target's Psychic 0x STAB attacks
  • Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Best typeDark×2

Safe into Psychic 0x

115 offense · 85 Speed

Strong theoretical counters

Best move types to use

Bug×2Dark×2

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

Bug type pageDark type page

Counter notes for Meloetta

  • Meloetta is a Normal / Psychic Pokémon with 90 base Speed and stronger special attack (128 Sp. Atk). Bug and Dark attacks all work offensively, but safer counters are usually the ones that reduce risk from its own STAB types.
  • Meloetta has several 2x weaknesses rather than a single 4x weakness, so the best counters are the ones that can hit it super-effectively while also reducing the risk from Normal / Psychic STAB.
  • Known abilities include Serene Grace. 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 Normal / Psychic unless they are fast enough to pressure immediately or bulky enough to survive the exchange.
  • Meloetta has alternate forms that can change this matchup, including Pirouette Meloetta. Check the specific form before relying on this defensive profile.

What not to use

Ghost×0Psychic×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

Meloetta weakness chartMeloetta PokédexNormal / Psychic countersBug type pageDark type pagePokémon type chartSpeed tiers

FAQ

What is the best counter for Meloetta?

Meloetta is best countered by Pokémon that can use Bug and Dark (2x) attacks while avoiding bad defensive matchups into Normal / Psychic 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 Meloetta?

Bug and Dark are the strongest attacking types against Meloetta, dealing 2x damage under the modern Gen 6+ type chart.

How many useful attacking types hit Meloetta super-effectively?

Meloetta has 2 super-effective attacking options: Bug and Dark. Use the highest multiplier first, then choose a Pokémon that is not exposed to Normal / Psychic 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 Meloetta 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 Meloetta?

Avoid relying on Ghost and Psychic attacks unless they have a special role or unusually high power.

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