Best moveset for Stakataka in Pokemon Go

The upcoming Raid rotations will introduce Shiny Stakataka to Pokemon Go. Should trainers want to take this Ultra Beast for a spin, here are the best movesets you can teach it for PvP and Raids.

Ultra Beasts are alien-like Pokemon from the Alola region that first appeared in Sun & Moon, and they have been making their way into Pokemon Go little by little.

While both Stakataka and Blacephalon debuted in their respective Hemispheres during the Ultra Space Wonders event, their Shinies were missing.

Now, to make up for that, Shiny Stakataka is coming to Niantic’s game, and here are the best movesets you can teach it.

Best moveset for PvP

Stakataka’s best moveset for PvP consists of Rock Throw as a Fast Move and Stone Edge as a Charged Move.

Between both Fast Moves Stakataka has, the only viable option is Rock Throw, as it benefits from STAB, it’s quicker, and deals more damage for less energy.

For the Charged Move, Stone Edge is the way to go to get an outstanding nuke with STAB for a very low energy cost.

If you can afford a secondary Charged Move, you can go with Bulldoze. Even though it is not a great attack, it can help Stakataka expand its coverage. If you’re up against a Fairy-type opponent, then go with Flash Cannon.

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Best moveset for Raids

The best moveset players can teach Stakataka for Raid battles is Rock Throw as a Fast Move and Stone Edge as a Charged Move for a 12.07 DPS and 265.4 total damage output.

As a Normal-type move, Take Down doesn’t benefit from STAB, plus it’s too expensive for the poor damage it deals, so stick with Rock Throw for your Fast Move.

For Raids, it’s better to focus on Stakataka’s Rock-type moves, which means Stone Edge is the way to go. It is a little bit faster than Flash Cannon and has good synergy with Rock Throw. Plus, they both get STAB.

All moves Stakataka can learn in Pokemon Go

This strong Rock/Steel-type Ultra Beast has two Fast Moves and three Charged Moves available in its move pool, leaving players with only a few combinations to try out in the game.

Stakataka Fast Moves

• Rock Throw (Rock/STAB)
• Take Down (Normal)

Stakataka Charged Moves

• Stone Edge (Rock/STAB)
• Flash Cannon (Steel/STAB)
• Bulldoze (Ground)

Those are the best movesets for Stakataka in Pokemon Go. Remember to check out the latest Pokemon Go events, including the current Community Day and Spotlight Hours.