Pokemon Go Virizion: Best moveset for PvP and Raids

Chris Studley
Pokemon Go Virizion

Pokemon Go has introduced one of the Swords of Justice, Virizion, to the mobile game. As such, some trainers may be wondering what the best moveset for this powerful Grass/Fighting-type Legendary is. Let’s go over that.

The Legendary Pokemon Virizion was a highly sought-after monster to catch in the Unova region. Now, Pokemon Go players can use the Grass/Fighting-type in the mobile game.

Virizion has made a name for itself by being an incredibly strong competitor in the Ultra and Master Leagues in competitive PvP play.

So, here’s a look at the best moveset for the Legendary Virizion in Pokemon Go, plus whether it’s any good in PvP play.

All moves Virizion can learn in Pokemon Go

Here’s an overview of all the moves that Virizion can learn in Pokemon Go:

Fast Moves

  • Quick Attack (Normal)
  • Zen Headbutt (Psychic)
  • Double Kick (Fighting)

Charged Moves

  • Stone Edge (Rock)
  • Leaf Blade (Grass)
  • Close Combat (Fighting)
  • Sacred Sword (Fighting)*

* Denotes an Elite TM move

Pokemon Go Virizion: Best moveset for PvP

Pokemon Go players should equip Virizion with Double Kick as its Fast Move, with Leaf Blade and Sacred Sword as Charged Moves.

All three moves listed above are either Grass or Fighting, which is beneficial for Virizion thanks to the STAB bonus awarded by each move.

Double Kick is the clear winner here for the Fast Move, as it has the best Energy and Power stats overall.

As for the Charged Moves, Leaf Blade has a very efficient DPE in Pokemon Go. Additionally, pairing it with Sacred Sword gives Virizion both a Grass and Fighting-type move in its arsenal.

Pokemon Go Virizion: Best moveset for Raids

Virizion’s best moveset to use in Raids is Double Kick as the Fast Move, with Sacred Sword and Leaf Blade as Charged Moves.

Similar to its use in PvP, Double Kick simply outclasses the other Fast Move options even when used in Raid content.

For the Charged Moves, Sacred Sword is a great move thanks to its low energy cost, STAB, and Damage output. The second Charged Move should go to Leaf Blade for similar reasons.

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