Moltres

Moltres

Tier C OU (Over Used)

Last Updated: 09/12/2026 11:04 [UTC]

Battle Statistics

5.02%
Usage Rate
50.62%
Win Rate
8.38%
Lead Rate
1375
Avg Rating
6972
Total Games
3529
Wins
3443
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

Moltres Competitive Analysis

Performance Metrics

Moltres currently holds a C tier ranking in the OU (Over Used) metagame with a 5.0% usage rate and 50.6% win rate. This data represents 69,388 games analyzed over 14 days from 08/29/2026 to 09/12/2026.

Usage Trends

Usage has declined recently, potentially due to rising counters or metagame shifts. Win rate has remained consistent throughout the analysis period.

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 Flamethrower used in 36.8% of battles. Roost demonstrates the highest win rate at 54.3% Both Flamethrower and Roost are competitive choices with distinct strategic applications.

Team Synergies

Frequently partners with Great Tusk, Gholdengo, and Samurott-Hisui in successful team compositions. The strongest synergy is observed with Ursaluna, achieving a 64.4% win rate when used together.

Matchup Analysis

Favorable matchups include Talonflame, Gengar, and Maushold, while caution is advised against Hydreigon, Volcanion, and Manaphy. Particularly effective against Talonflame with a 59.8% win rate in direct matchups.

Strategic Recommendations

Moltres offers solid performance as a mid-tier option. While not dominating the metagame, it provides consistent results when properly supported. Focus on team compositions that maximize its favorable matchups.

Frequent Partners

Most common teammates with Moltres
2537 games
51.6% Win
3.7% appear
1656 games
51.1% Win
2.4% appear
1455 games
51.1% Win
2.1% appear
1430 games
51.3% Win
2.1% appear
1378 games
51.5% Win
2.0% appear
1296 games
51.8% Win
1.9% appear
1269 games
51.4% Win
1.8% appear
1225 games
50.9% Win
1.8% appear
1106 games
51.7% Win
1.6% appear
1022 games
55.8% Win
1.5% appear
826 games
51.6% Win
1.2% appear
804 games
51.4% Win
1.2% appear
777 games
50.3% Win
1.1% appear
749 games
49.4% Win
1.1% appear
745 games
51.5% Win
1.1% appear
701 games
51.8% Win
1.0% appear
677 games
52.4% Win
1.0% appear
652 games
51.8% Win
0.9% appear
635 games
49.8% Win
0.9% appear
533 games
44.1% Win
0.8% appear

Frequent Matchups

Most common opponents against Moltres
2211 games
47.9% Win
3.19% appear
1488 games
47.2% Win
2.14% appear
1467 games
50.9% Win
2.11% appear
1166 games
46.0% Win
1.68% appear
1074 games
50.2% Win
1.55% appear
1073 games
48.6% Win
1.55% appear
1052 games
48.1% Win
1.52% appear
1004 games
54.5% Win
1.45% appear
983 games
48.6% Win
1.42% appear
929 games
49.3% Win
1.34% appear
885 games
53.5% Win
1.28% appear
883 games
48.7% Win
1.27% appear
870 games
50.5% Win
1.25% appear
849 games
51.4% Win
1.22% appear
768 games
47.3% Win
1.11% appear
758 games
50.5% Win
1.09% appear
754 games
50.4% Win
1.09% appear
720 games
49.2% Win
1.04% appear
709 games
49.5% Win
1.02% appear
691 games
50.1% Win
1.00% appear

Strong Partners

Pokemon that perform well with Moltres
132 games
64.4% Win
0.19% appear
75 games
60.0% Win
0.11% appear
441 games
56.9% Win
0.64% appear
75 games
56.0% Win
0.11% appear
1022 games
55.8% Win
1.47% appear
131 games
55.7% Win
0.19% appear
116 games
55.2% Win
0.17% appear
91 games
55.0% Win
0.13% appear
114 games
54.4% Win
0.16% appear
100 games
54.0% Win
0.14% appear

Challenging Partners

Pokemon that struggle with Moltres
133 games
42.1% Win
0.19% appear
170 games
42.9% Win
0.24% appear
77 games
42.9% Win
0.11% appear
76 games
43.4% Win
0.11% appear
533 games
44.1% Win
0.77% appear
220 games
44.5% Win
0.32% appear
112 games
44.6% Win
0.16% appear
205 games
45.9% Win
0.30% appear
282 games
46.1% Win
0.41% appear
75 games
46.7% Win
0.11% appear

Favorable Matchups

Opponents Moltres performs well against
82 games
59.8% Win
0.12% appear
95 games
59.0% Win
0.14% appear
95 games
59.0% Win
0.14% appear
308 games
57.8% Win
0.44% appear
89 games
57.3% Win
0.13% appear
121 games
57.0% Win
0.17% appear
200 games
56.5% Win
0.29% appear
176 games
56.2% Win
0.25% appear
82 games
56.1% Win
0.12% appear
272 games
55.9% Win
0.39% appear

Difficult Matchups

Opponents that challenge Moltres
70 games
40.0% Win
0.10% appear
145 games
40.7% Win
0.21% appear
95 games
43.2% Win
0.14% appear
128 games
44.5% Win
0.18% appear
357 games
44.8% Win
0.51% appear
144 games
45.1% Win
0.21% appear
119 games
45.4% Win
0.17% appear
116 games
45.7% Win
0.17% appear
268 games
45.9% Win
0.39% appear
1166 games
46.0% Win
1.68% appear