Pokémon counters guide

Best Counters for Mimikyu

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

GhostFairy
Mimikyu Pokémon sprite

Mimikyu

#0778

Quick answer

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

Best move types

Ghost×2Steel×2

Top weaknesses (2)

Ghost×2Steel×2

Type matchup table

Ghost type iconGhost2x
Steel type iconSteel2x
Fire type iconFire1x
Water type iconWater1x
Electric type iconElectric1x
Grass type iconGrass1x
Ice type iconIce1x
Poison type iconPoison1x
Ground type iconGround1x
Flying type iconFlying1x
Psychic type iconPsychic1x
Rock type iconRock1x
Dark type iconDark1x
Fairy type iconFairy1x
Bug type iconBug0.25x
Normal type iconNormal0x
Fighting type iconFighting0x
Dragon type iconDragon0x

Recommended practical counters

Revavroom Pokémon sprite

Revavroom

#0966

Bulky switch-inBudget option
SteelPoison
  • Deals 2x damage with Steel-type attacks
  • Has STAB Steel-type attacks
  • Resists the target's Fairy 0.25x STAB attacks
  • Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Best typeSteel×2

Safe into Fairy 0.25x

119 offense · 90 Speed

Archaludon Pokémon sprite

Archaludon

#1018

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

Mostly neutral switch-in

125 offense · 85 Speed

Strong theoretical counters

Best move types to use

Ghost×2Steel×2

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

Ghost type pageSteel type page

Counter notes for Mimikyu

  • Mimikyu is a Ghost / Fairy Pokémon with 96 base Speed and stronger physical attack (90 Attack). Ghost and Steel attacks all work offensively, but safer counters are usually the ones that reduce risk from its own STAB types.
  • Mimikyu 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 Ghost / Fairy STAB.
  • Known abilities include Disguise. 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 Ghost / Fairy unless they are fast enough to pressure immediately or bulky enough to survive the exchange.
  • Mimikyu has alternate forms in the National Dex, but this page focuses on the standard Ghost / Fairy matchup.

What not to use

Normal×0Fighting×0Dragon×0Bug×0.25

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

Mimikyu weakness chartMimikyu PokédexGhost / Fairy countersGhost type pageSteel type pagePokémon type chartSpeed tiers

FAQ

What is the best counter for Mimikyu?

Mimikyu is best countered by Pokémon that can use Ghost and Steel (2x) attacks while avoiding bad defensive matchups into Ghost / Fairy 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 Mimikyu?

Ghost and Steel are the strongest attacking types against Mimikyu, dealing 2x damage under the modern Gen 6+ type chart.

How many useful attacking types hit Mimikyu super-effectively?

Mimikyu has 2 super-effective attacking options: Ghost and Steel. Use the highest multiplier first, then choose a Pokémon that is not exposed to Ghost / Fairy 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 Mimikyu 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 Mimikyu?

Avoid relying on Normal, Fighting, Dragon, and Bug attacks unless they have a special role or unusually high power.

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