Palafin

Palafin

Tier E VGC Reglation M-A (Pokemon Champions)

Last Updated: 04/10/2026 01:43 [UTC]

Battle Statistics

4.10%
Usage Rate
44.38%
Win Rate
61.25%
Lead Rate
68.12%
Selection Rate
1113
Avg Rating
159
Total Games
70
Wins
89
Losses

Move Performance Analysis

Top 10 moves used in 10+ battles

⚠️ Important Note:

  • This data shows moves actually used in battles, not move adoption rates in team building.
  • Some moves may be on the Pokémon's moveset but never used during a battle, so they won't appear here.
  • Win rate reflects performance in battles where the move was used.
  • For actual move adoption rates, please refer to Smogon Stats or other official sources.

Usage Trend

Win Rate Trend

Performance by Rating Tier

Palafin Competitive Analysis

Performance Metrics

Palafin currently holds a E tier ranking in the VGC Reglation M-A (Pokemon Champions) metagame with a 4.1% usage rate and 44.4% win rate. This data represents 1,949 games analyzed over 14 days from 04/09/2026 to 04/10/2026.

Usage Trends

Usage has been trending upward over the past two weeks, indicating growing popularity in the metagame. Win rate has improved over the analysis period, suggesting either better optimization or favorable metagame conditions.

Rating Tier Performance

Usage remains consistent across all rating tiers, demonstrating broad appeal at all skill levels.

Key Moves

The most frequently used move in competitive battles is Flip Turn used in 31.9% of battles. Protect demonstrates the highest win rate at 71.4% While Flip Turn is the most popular choice, Protect shows promising results as an underexplored option.

Team Synergies

Frequently partners with Incineroar, Sinistcha, and Sneasler in successful team compositions. The strongest synergy is observed with Politoed, achieving a 73.3% win rate when used together.

Matchup Analysis

Favorable matchups include Torkoal, Sylveon, and Politoed, while caution is advised against Drampa, Corviknight, and Gyarados. Particularly effective against Torkoal with a 71.4% win rate in direct matchups.

Strategic Recommendations

Palafin currently faces challenges in the competitive environment. Success with this Pokemon requires careful team building and strategic play to overcome unfavorable matchups. Consider alternative options or specialized team strategies.

Frequent Partners

Most common teammates with Palafin
82 games
46.3% Win
4.2% appear
58 games
43.1% Win
3.0% appear
57 games
49.1% Win
2.9% appear
44 games
43.2% Win
2.3% appear
42 games
35.7% Win
2.1% appear
41 games
41.5% Win
2.1% appear
27 games
55.6% Win
1.4% appear
25 games
44.0% Win
1.3% appear
25 games
60.0% Win
1.3% appear
23 games
52.2% Win
1.2% appear
22 games
31.8% Win
1.1% appear
20 games
45.0% Win
1.0% appear
19 games
57.9% Win
1.0% appear
16 games
43.8% Win
0.8% appear
15 games
60.0% Win
0.8% appear
15 games
53.3% Win
0.8% appear
15 games
73.3% Win
0.8% appear
14 games
64.3% Win
0.7% appear
14 games
42.9% Win
0.7% appear
12 games
25.0% Win
0.6% appear

Frequent Matchups

Most common opponents against Palafin
85 games
52.9% Win
4.36% appear
65 games
43.1% Win
3.34% appear
57 games
38.6% Win
2.92% appear
53 games
37.7% Win
2.72% appear
37 games
35.1% Win
1.90% appear
35 games
34.3% Win
1.80% appear
34 games
32.4% Win
1.74% appear
27 games
44.4% Win
1.39% appear
25 games
48.0% Win
1.28% appear
24 games
50.0% Win
1.23% appear
21 games
33.3% Win
1.08% appear
19 games
57.9% Win
0.97% appear
19 games
42.1% Win
0.97% appear
19 games
63.2% Win
0.97% appear
18 games
61.1% Win
0.92% appear
18 games
44.4% Win
0.92% appear
18 games
38.9% Win
0.92% appear
17 games
35.3% Win
0.87% appear
15 games
40.0% Win
0.77% appear
14 games
21.4% Win
0.72% appear

Strong Partners

Pokemon that perform well with Palafin
15 games
73.3% Win
0.77% appear
7 games
71.4% Win
0.36% appear
6 games
66.7% Win
0.31% appear
14 games
64.3% Win
0.72% appear
15 games
60.0% Win
0.77% appear
25 games
60.0% Win
1.28% appear
19 games
57.9% Win
0.97% appear
7 games
57.1% Win
0.36% appear
9 games
55.6% Win
0.46% appear
27 games
55.6% Win
1.39% appear

Challenging Partners

Pokemon that struggle with Palafin
5 games
0.0% Win
0.26% appear
9 games
22.2% Win
0.46% appear
9 games
22.2% Win
0.46% appear
12 games
25.0% Win
0.62% appear
12 games
25.0% Win
0.62% appear
22 games
31.8% Win
1.13% appear
42 games
35.7% Win
2.15% appear
11 games
36.4% Win
0.56% appear
8 games
37.5% Win
0.41% appear
5 games
40.0% Win
0.26% appear

Favorable Matchups

Opponents Palafin performs well against
7 games
71.4% Win
0.36% appear
10 games
70.0% Win
0.51% appear
11 games
63.6% Win
0.56% appear
11 games
63.6% Win
0.56% appear
19 games
63.2% Win
0.97% appear
18 games
61.1% Win
0.92% appear
5 games
60.0% Win
0.26% appear
19 games
57.9% Win
0.97% appear
7 games
57.1% Win
0.36% appear
9 games
55.6% Win
0.46% appear

Difficult Matchups

Opponents that challenge Palafin
5 games
20.0% Win
0.26% appear
14 games
21.4% Win
0.72% appear
7 games
28.6% Win
0.36% appear
10 games
30.0% Win
0.51% appear
13 games
30.8% Win
0.67% appear
34 games
32.4% Win
1.74% appear
21 games
33.3% Win
1.08% appear
35 games
34.3% Win
1.80% appear
37 games
35.1% Win
1.90% appear
17 games
35.3% Win
0.87% appear