Pheromosa Best Moveset
151 Speed is the fastest among all competitive Pokemon, and 137 in both Attack and Sp. Atk mean the moveset hits from either side at maximum pace. AbilityBeast Boost raises the highest stat after each KO, snowballing speed or power. Bug/Fighting TermStab covers Dark, Psychic, and Grass. S-tier because nothing outruns it.
137 Speed and 137 Attack with Beast Boost in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). Close Combat and U-turn pivoting from the fastest Fighting-type ever printed. Banned from standard play immediately.
Best Moves
Best Build
Pheromosa best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Ice Beam
- U Turn
- High Jump Kick
- Poison Jab
Recommended Teammates
Two gens in the restricted format in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). 37 Defense meant any hit could KO, but 137 Speed ensured Pheromosa usually hit first.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Triple Axel
- U Turn
- Close Combat
- High Jump Kick
Recommended Teammates
Pheromosa Weakness
Pheromosa's Bug/Fighting typing leaves it vulnerable to Flying, Fire, Psychic, and Fairy. Flying hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. It resists 5 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. At base 151 Speed, Pheromosa outspeeds most threats and doesn't need to tank what it can outrun.
| Damage | Types |
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| 4x (Critical) | Flying |
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Psychic, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Grass, Fighting, Ground, Bug, Dark |
What is Pheromosa Weak Against
VulnerableBest Pokemon Against Pheromosa
Garchomp deals 41-49% with Earthquake.
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Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Pheromosa View Garchomp builds →Earthquake41-49% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityIron Barbs ItemLeftovers NatureRelaxed Moves View Ferrothorn builds →
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Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Pheromosa View Gliscor builds →Earthquake26-31% Knock Off17-20% | ||
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Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Pheromosa View Ribombee builds →Moonblast 2x125-148%KO | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityOwntempo ItemFocus Sash NatureJolly Moves View Smeargle builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityCompoundeyes ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Pheromosa View Galvantula builds →Thunder73-87% | ||
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Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Pheromosa View Incineroar builds →Knock Off27-32% Flare Blitz 2x199-235%KO | ||
Recommended Build AbilityIntimidate ItemRocky Helmet NatureJolly Moves View Landorus-Therian builds →
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Evolution
You won't breed Pheromosa or evolve it further. This Bug/Fighting type brings 570 total stats right out of the encounter. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Shiny Pheromosa
Golden-hour Pheromosa adds a warm shimmer to the cockroach supermodel's white-and-gold frame. The shift isn't dramatic, but the warmer yellow tones suit the glamorous aesthetic. On a design this flashy already, even a small bump registers.
Shiny Pheromosa Evolution
Does Not EvolveShiny Pheromosa Odds & Hunting Methods
3 of 3 VerifiedHow do we research these odds?
We check every game where a shiny is possible, then rank each one by the best method available in that game, so the row at the top is the fastest route overall.
Odds marked verified are cross-checked against multiple independent sources before we publish them. Where a rate is not yet confirmed we mark the row pending rather than guess a number.
Read our full methodologyPheromosa Locations
A few locations for Pheromosa across endgame routes. The list below shows no spawn rates for these spots, so pick the one that fits where you are in the game.
Best Locations to Catch Pheromosa in Sword & Shield
Pheromosa, one of the Ultra Beasts, shows itself only in Ultra Moon. Track the lithe invader through Ultra Space amid the Ultra Beast hunt and the swift alien stands ready to battle at level 60.
How to Get Pheromosa in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
The sleek Ultra Beast Pheromosa slips into Verdant Cavern only in Moon, and only once the post-game Ultra Beast hunt begins, waiting there at level 60.
Best Locations to Catch Pheromosa in Sun & Moon
Base Stats
Pheromosa's all-in on Speed at the expense of Defense. The mixed lean is obvious from the bars. Yields 3 Speed EVs and follows a slow 1.25M XP grind.
Although it’s alien to this world and a danger here, it’s apparently a common organism in the world where it normally lives.
Pheromosa Guide
Use Pheromosa as a sweeper. Splits damage between physical and special. It outspeeds most threats,
Build your team around Groudon Primal. These have the highest co-usage rates with Pheromosa in competitive formats. They cover each other's weaknesses.
Run Jolly on Pheromosa. +Speed is what matters, and the -Sp. Atk cut doesn't hurt this set. Fits the sweeper role.
Game Availability
Introduced in Sun & Moon, Pheromosa has appeared in 3 games across 3 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SMDebut
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7Let's Go
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves
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