Houndstone
Ghost Dog Pokémon
Houndstone spends most of its time sleeping in graveyards. Among all the dog Pokémon, this one is most loyal to its master.
Recommended set
Best Houndstone build
Moveset
Tap a move for details+50 power for each time a party member fainted.
Prevents moves from affecting the user this turn.
User and ally swap positions; using again can fail.
Burns the target.
Other moves it runs
Psychic Fangs28.1%
Howl19.3%
Shadow Sneak18.3%
Play Rough13.2%
Super effective on
1 physical · 3 statusLoadout
Restores a small amount of HP.
- Also
Life Orb27.9%
Spell Tag25.6%
Leftovers4.5%
Focus Sash4.2%
Doubles Speed during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.
- Also
- Fluffy12.7%
- Also
- Jolly15.2%
- Brave4.8%
- Careful3.7%
- Impish3.3%
Competitive usage
Top moves
- 1Last Respects89.0%
- 2Protect58.8%
- 3Ally Switch49.4%
- 4Will-O-Wisp47.5%
- 5Psychic Fangs28.1%
- 6Howl19.3%
- 7Shadow Sneak18.3%
- 8Play Rough13.2%
Held items
- 1Sitrus Berry28.3%
- 2Life Orb27.9%
- 3Spell Tag25.6%
- 4Leftovers4.5%
- 5Focus Sash4.2%
- 6Wide Lens2.1%
- 7Colbur Berry2.0%
- 8Psychic Seed1.6%
Natures
- 1Adamant70.9%
- 2Jolly15.2%
- 3Brave4.8%
- 4Careful3.7%
Abilities
- 1Sand Rush87.3%
- 2Fluffy12.7%
Full movepool
Common teammates
FAQ
What is the best moveset for Houndstone in Pokémon Champions?
The most popular moveset for Houndstone in Doubles (Current) includes Last Respects, Protect, Ally Switch, Will-O-Wisp.
What is the best nature for Houndstone in Pokémon Champions?
Adamant is the most commonly used nature for Houndstone in current Pokémon Champions competitive data.
What is the best held item for Houndstone in Pokémon Champions?
Sitrus Berry is the most popular held item for Houndstone in Doubles (Current).
What is the best ability for Houndstone in Pokémon Champions?
Sand Rush is the most commonly used ability for Houndstone in Doubles (Current).
What are the best teammates for Houndstone in Pokémon Champions?
Houndstone's most common teammates in current data are Tyranitar, Excadrill, and Sneasler.
