Type matchups
Damage Zacian takes from each attacking type.
As a Fairy type, Zacian has 2 weaknesses, 3 resistances and 1 immunity, fewer than the average Pokémon's 3.3 weaknesses. 21 other Pokémon share the Fairy typing.
Base stats
- HP
- 92
- Attack
- 120
- Defense
- 115
- Sp. Atk
- 80
- Sp. Def
- 115
- Speed
- 138
- Total
- 660
Zacian has a base stat total of 660, higher than 96% of Pokémon. Its best stat is Speed (138). With Attack (120) well above Sp. Atk (80), it works best as a physical attacker. A Speed of 138 beats 98% of Pokémon, so it outspeeds most opponents. With 92 HP, 115 Defense and 115 Sp. Def it is bulky.
Zacian's only ability is Intrepid Sword.
How to beat Zacian
Zacian takes 2× damage from Poison and Steel moves, so lead with those.
Avoid relying on attacks it shrugs off: Dragon moves have no effect on it and Fighting, Bug and Dark moves are resisted.
Good counters: Heatran hits for 2× with Steel-type STAB and resists its Fairy moves. Iron Moth hits for 2× with Poison-type STAB and resists its Fairy moves. Revavroom hits for 2× with Steel-type STAB and resists its Fairy moves.
Evolution
Zacian does not evolve.
Best counters to Zacian
Other Fairy Pokémon
Frequently asked questions
What is Zacian weak to?
As a Fairy type, Zacian takes super-effective damage from Poison and Steel moves.
What is Zacian resistant to?
Zacian resists Fighting, Bug and Dark moves. It is immune to Dragon.
What are the best counters to Zacian?
Strong type-based picks include Heatran, Iron Moth and Revavroom, which hit Zacian with super-effective attacks.