
Houndoom
Dark Pokémon
If you are burned by the flames it shoots from its mouth, the pain will never go away.
Recommended set
Best Houndoom build
Moveset
Tap a move for details10% chance to burn the foe(s).
20% chance to make the target flinch.
Prevents moves from affecting the user this turn.
Lowers the user's Sp. Atk by 2.
Other moves it runs
Nasty Plot30.6%
Snarl8.3%
Destiny Bond6.9%
Feint4.2%
Super effective on
3 special · 1 statusLoadout
Allows Houndoom to Mega Evolve during battle.
- Also
Focus Sash11.1%
Protects against Fire moves. Once one has been blocked, the Pokémon's own Fire moves inflict 1.5× damage until it leaves battle.
- Also
- Early Bird9.7%
- Also
- Naive4.2%
- Modest1.4%
Competitive usage
Top moves
- 1Heat Wave100.0%
- 2Dark Pulse91.7%
- 3Protect80.6%
- 4Overheat72.2%
- 5Nasty Plot30.6%
- 6Snarl8.3%
- 7Destiny Bond6.9%
- 8Feint4.2%
Held items
- 1Houndoominite88.9%
- 2Focus Sash11.1%
Natures
- 1Timid94.4%
- 2Naive4.2%
- 3Modest1.4%
Abilities
- 1Flash Fire90.3%
- 2Early Bird9.7%
Full movepool
Common teammates
FAQ
What is the best moveset for Houndoom in Pokémon Champions?
The most popular moveset for Houndoom in Doubles (Current) includes Heat Wave, Dark Pulse, Protect, Overheat.
What is the best nature for Houndoom in Pokémon Champions?
Timid is the most commonly used nature for Houndoom in current Pokémon Champions competitive data.
What is the best held item for Houndoom in Pokémon Champions?
Houndoominite is the most popular held item for Houndoom in Doubles (Current).
What is the best ability for Houndoom in Pokémon Champions?
Flash Fire is the most commonly used ability for Houndoom in Doubles (Current).
What are the best teammates for Houndoom in Pokémon Champions?
Houndoom's most common teammates in current data are Torkoal, Farigiraf, and Vileplume.













