Pinsir artwork
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Pinsir

Bug
M-A Standard/Form Gen 1

Use this page like a quick team check: read the role, check what attacks scare it, then search its moves by type and category.

Forms

Switch Pinsir form

2 related forms
Stats, matchups, abilities, and moves
Main jobDamage dealer

Pinsir reads as a physical attacker from its current stats.

Speed readMedium speed

May need Tailwind, priority, or careful switching.

Watch outFire 2x, Flying 2x, Rock 2x

These are type-only multipliers. The ability notes below show when the result changes.

Stats

Battle Stats

Read the left number as the base stat. Read the right number as a simple level 50 game preview.

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HP
Base 65 Game 140 +75
Atk
Base 125 Game 145 +20
Def
Base 100 Game 120 +20
Sp.Atk
Base 55 Game 75 +20
Sp.Def
Base 70 Game 90 +20
Speed
Base 85 Game 105 +20
How to read this

If a game screen number is higher than the base stat, it usually comes from level calculation, Stat Alignment, and Stat Points. Use base stats for comparison, and game preview for battle feel.

Type Check

What scares Pinsir?

Start with the type multiplier, then check the ability. A selected ability can reduce, cancel, or increase the final damage.

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Weak to
Fire2xFlying2xRock2x
Resists
Grass0.5xFighting0.5xGround0.5x
Immune to
None

Abilities / Passives

Stat swing

Hyper Cutter

The Pokémon's prized, mighty pincers prevent other Pokémon from lowering its Attack stat.

This passive changes stats, so one turn can suddenly become stronger or safer.
Passive effect

Mold Breaker

The Pokémon's moves are not affected by foe’s abilities during battle

This is always-on help. Check when it activates before building around it.
Stat swing

Moxie

When the Pokémon knocks out a target, it shows moxie, which boosts its Attack stat.

This passive changes stats, so one turn can suddenly become stronger or safer.
Moves

Search Pinsir's Moves

Search and filters check every move first, then show 15 results per page with type and category icons.

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Data Source

Base stats, abilities, and move names are generated from Pokemon Champions data sources. Regulation and meta pages should be reviewed separately before ranked recommendations.

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