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Ninetales

Uncover the Fox Pokémon's strengths, weaknesses, and key attributes for competitive play.

Ninetales

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Ninetales Deep Dive: Analyzing Stats, Type, and Battle Potential for Pokemon Champions

Explore the complete profile of Ninetales, the elusive Fire-type Fox Pokémon. This page provides a detailed breakdown of its base stats, including its notable high Special Defense and Speed, alongside its primary typing and lore. Understand how its intrinsic qualities translate into battle effectiveness, helping you assess its viability for your roster in Pokemon Champions and refine your strategic approach.

Type
HP73
ATK76
DEF75
SP·A81
SP·D100
SPD100
BST505
Ninetales
Height1.1 mWeight19.9 kg
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01 · Identity

Understanding the mystical heritage and distinct behavioral traits that define this iconic Fire-type fox.

Ninetales Species Identity and Core Classification for Competitive Roster Analysis

Ninetales represents a sophisticated, high-intelligence canine species renowned for its legendary lifespan and complex temperament. Beyond its elegant golden-white appearance, this Fire-type entity carries significant cultural folklore, manifesting in a unique ability to cast long-lasting curses that demand respect from any trainer assessing its tactical utility.

Fox PokémonFire TypeSpecies IdentityLegendary LoreRoster Context
Ninetales

Ninetales is a majestic, quadrupedal canine Pokémon characterized by its thick golden-white fur and nine distinctive, flowing tails. Renowned for its high intelligence and long lifespan, this Fire-type fox is deeply rooted in folklore and is feared by many for its ability to cast powerful, long-lasting curses on those who mistreat it.

EntryBASE♂25%♀75%
  • Capable of living for up to 1,000 years
  • Known to cast curses that last for centuries
  • Highly intelligent and understands human speech
  • Hypnotizes opponents with its fiery breath
02 · Base Stats

Quantifying the specific distribution of attributes that define this Fire-type fox's combat potential and innate battle limitations.

Ninetales Core Base Stat Profile and Numerical Performance Benchmarks

Analyze the inherent physical and special stat architecture of Ninetales through its raw base values. By examining the balance between its high special defense and speed versus its lower offensive and physical output, you can better understand the specific combat role this creature occupies in your research. These figures isolate core capability.

Base StatsStat DistributionPerformance MetricsNumerical Analysis
HP
73Top 61%
Attack
76Top 71%
Defense
75Top 64%
Sp · Atk
81Top 55%
Sp · Def
100Top 24%
Speed
100Top 24%
Base Stat TotalAbove Average
Rank #191Top 57%505

Defensive Matchups

When attacked

Nearby base Speed

Roster entries with the closest base Speed to Ninetales. This compares base stats only; actual turn order depends on battle stats, priority, and effects such as Tailwind or Trick Room.

Speed leaderboard
03 · Types & Abilities

Connecting fundamental elemental properties with combat-defining traits to interpret battle potential.

Analyzing Ninetales Through Essential Typing and Ability Synergies

Ninetales functions as a distinct Fire-type entity, where defensive stability and offensive utility depend heavily on its internal ability structure. Mapping these interactions clarifies how it maneuvers against specific field threats and manages incoming pressure. Understanding these baseline traits remains critical for assessing viability within diverse competitive battle environments today.

Fire TypeAbility LinksBattle IdentityType InteractionCombat Profile
04 · Moveset

Analyze every learned technique to identify coverage options and tactical depth beyond basic elemental attacks.

Mapping the Expanded Move Learnset and Combat Capabilities of Ninetales

Ninetales utilizes a sophisticated move pool to express its high speed and special defense through diverse combat actions. Understanding these specific learnable techniques clarifies how this Fire-type fox transitions from mystical folklore into practical, active field performance. Review current move data to assess how its available toolkit creates unique battle utility.

Move LearnsetsCombat CoverageBattle ToolsFire-type AttacksTactical Options

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Move
PwrAccPP
  • Agility
    No damage20
    Psychic
    Status
  • Attract
    No damage100%16
    Normal
    Status
  • Baby-Doll Eyes
    No damage100%20
    Fairy
    Status
  • Baton Pass
    No damage20
    Normal
    Status
  • Body Slam
    85100%16
    Normal
    Physical
  • Fire
    Special
  • Calm Mind
    No damage20
    Psychic
    Status
  • Charm
    No damage100%20
    Fairy
    Status
  • Confuse Ray
    No damage100%12
    Ghost
    Status
  • Dark Pulse
    80100%16
    Dark
    Special
  • Dig
    80100%12
    Ground
    Physical
  • Disable
    No damage100%20
    Normal
    Status
  • Double-Edge
    120100%16
    Normal
    Physical
  • Encore
    No damage100%8
    Normal
    Status
  • Endure
    No damage12
    Normal
    Status
  • Energy Ball
    90100%12
    Grass
    Special
  • Extrasensory
    80100%20
    Psychic
    Special
  • Facade
    70100%20
    Normal
    Physical
  • Fake Tears
    No damage100%20
    Dark
    Status
  • Fire Blast
    11085%8
    Fire
    Special
  • Fire Spin
    3585%16
    Fire
    Special
  • Flail
    100%16
    Normal
    Physical
  • Flame Charge
    50100%20
    Fire
    Physical
  • Flamethrower
    90100%16
    Fire
    Special
  • Flare Blitz
    120100%16
    Fire
    Physical
  • Foul Play
    95100%16
    Dark
    Physical
  • Normal
    Physical
  • Healing Wish
    No damage12
    Psychic
    Status
  • Heat Wave
    9590%12
    Fire
    Special
  • Helping Hand
    No damage20
    Normal
    Status
  • Hex
    65100%12
    Ghost
    Special
  • Howl
    No damage20
    Normal
    Status
  • Hyper Beam
    15090%8
    Normal
    Special
  • Hypnosis
    No damage60%20
    Psychic
    Status
  • Imprison
    No damage12
    Psychic
    Status
  • Inferno
    10050%8
    Fire
    Special
  • Iron Tail
    10075%16
    Steel
    Physical
  • Memento
    No damage100%12
    Dark
    Status
  • Fire
    Special
  • Nasty Plot
    No damage20
    Dark
    Status
  • Night Shade
    100%16
    Ghost
    Special
  • Overheat
    13090%8
    Fire
    Special
  • Pain Split
    No damage20
    Normal
    Status
  • Payback
    50100%12
    Dark
    Physical
  • Power Swap
    No damage12
    Psychic
    Status
  • Protect
    No damage8
    Normal
    Status
  • Psych Up
    No damage12
    Normal
    Status
  • Psyshock
    80100%12
    Psychic
    Special
  • Quick Attack
    40100%20
    Normal
    Physical
  • Rest
    No damage8
    Psychic
    Status
  • Roar
    No damage20
    Normal
    Status
  • Round
    60100%16
    Normal
    Special
  • Safeguard
    No damage20
    Normal
    Status
  • Ground
    Special
  • Shadow Ball
    80100%16
    Ghost
    Special
  • Sleep Talk
    No damage12
    Normal
    Status
  • Snarl
    5595%16
    Dark
    Special
  • Snore
    50100%16
    Normal
    Special
  • Solar Beam
    120100%12
    Grass
    Special
  • Spite
    No damage100%12
    Ghost
    Status
  • Stored Power
    20100%12
    Psychic
    Special
  • Substitute
    No damage12
    Normal
    Status
  • Sunny Day
    No damage8
    Fire
    Status
  • Tail Slap
    2585%12
    Normal
    Physical
  • Weather Ball
    50100%12
    Normal
    Special
  • Will-O-Wisp
    No damage85%16
    Fire
    Status
  • Psychic
    Physical

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05 · Related

Broaden your Ninetales research by navigating through diverse team compositions and relevant creature profiles.

Explore Additional Fire-Type Roster Options and Strategic Comparison Paths

Examine a curated selection of creatures to gain further insight into Fire-type dynamics and broader gameplay patterns. This interface allows for intuitive transitions between Ninetales and other entries, helping you refine your tactical understanding of creature variations, shared elemental traits, and the unique competitive roles found across the wider Pokédex.

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Weak Points

  • Vulnerable to Water and Ground types
  • Relies on evolution stones
  • Low physical defense

Related Terms

KitsuneFire StoneIce StoneAlolan FormMount Lanakila

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Once you understand Ninetales' unique attributes, explore other Fire-type Pokémon or compatible partners to enhance its battle role. Compare its stat distribution with other species to forge a balanced and effective team for your next Pokemon Champions challenge.

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