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CHARIZARD MOVES
From dependable Flamethrower to a sun-charged Solar Beam, few starters carry a toolkit this deep. Here are Charizard’s STAB options, its coverage, the proven competitive sets and the Pokémon GO combo that matters.
A wide and punishing movepool
Charizard backs reliable Fire and Flying STAB with some of the sharpest coverage a starter can bring. A 109 Special Attack and 100 Speed make offence the obvious plan, and Mega Evolution only widens the toolkit, adding Dragon-type options and a physical setup route.
The right moves follow the form. The base Charizard and Mega Y lean special with Flamethrower, Fire Blast and Solar Beam, while Mega X goes physical behind Dragon Dance, Flare Blitz and Dragon Claw. Below are the key moves, the proven competitive sets and the top picks for Pokémon GO.
Signature STAB & setup
Same-type attack bonus (STAB) moves hit hardest. Charizard’s core damage comes from Fire and Flying — with Dragon added once it Mega Evolves into X.
Power
90Acc
100%The reliable workhorse — strong, accurate, 10% burn chance.
Power
110Acc
85%Higher damage ceiling at the cost of accuracy.
Power
95Acc
90%Hits both foes in doubles — a Mega Y staple.
Power
120Acc
100%Physical powerhouse for Mega X; deals recoil.
Power
75Acc
95%Special Flying STAB with a 30% flinch chance.
Power
110Acc
70%100% accurate in rain; strong but risky otherwise.
Power
80Acc
100%Mega X STAB — consistent physical Dragon damage.
Power
—Acc
—Mega X setup: +1 Attack and +1 Speed per use.
Coverage & utility
Beyond STAB, these moves patch weaknesses and add utility — most importantly answering Charizard’s dangerous 4× Rock weakness.
Nukes Water & Rock — instant in sun (Drought / Solar Power).
Covers Rock, Steel and Tyranitar — answers the 4× Rock weakness.
Mega X option vs Fire, Electric, Rock and Steel walls.
Recovery — restores 50% HP and sheds the Flying typing briefly.
Mega X coverage for opposing Water and Flying types.
Burns physical attackers, crippling their Attack.
Best competitive movesets
Three forms, three playstyles. These are proven main-series sets for singles — adjust the item and spread to your team.
Ability
Solar PowerItem
Choice Specs / Heavy-Duty Boots- Flamethrower
- Air Slash
- Solar Beam
- Focus Blast
Special attacker — fast, hits hard, fears Stealth Rock.
Ability
Tough ClawsItem
Charizardite X- Dragon Dance
- Flare Blitz
- Dragon Claw
- Earthquake
Physical sweeper — set up Dragon Dance, then clean house.
Ability
DroughtItem
Charizardite Y- Fire Blast
- Solar Beam
- Air Slash
- Roost
Sun nuke — Drought powers Fire moves and instant Solar Beam.
Pokémon GO moveset
In Pokémon GO, the standout combo is Fire Spin + Blast Burn — the legacy Community Day move that makes Charizard a top Fire attacker.
Best fast move — high energy generation and STAB.
Flying STAB alternative for coverage.
Fast energy gain, lower damage.
Community Day legacy move — Charizard’s top charged attack.
Low energy cost, fast spam — great in PvP.
Huge damage, drops Attack after use.
Frequently asked
What is the best moveset for Charizard?+
For the standard form, a special set of Flamethrower, Air Slash, Solar Beam and Focus Blast is excellent. Mega X prefers Dragon Dance, Flare Blitz, Dragon Claw and Earthquake, while Mega Y runs Fire Blast, Solar Beam, Air Slash and Roost.
What is the best Charizard moveset in Pokémon GO?+
Fire Spin as the fast move paired with Blast Burn as the charged move is the top combo. Blast Burn is a legacy Community Day move that gives Charizard its highest damage output.
What moves cover Charizard’s Rock weakness?+
Focus Blast (Fighting) is the main answer, hitting Rock and Steel types super-effectively. Earthquake is an option on Mega X for Rock and Steel walls.
Does Mega Charizard X use physical or special moves?+
Mega X is a physical attacker thanks to Tough Claws. It favours Flare Blitz, Dragon Claw, Earthquake and Dragon Dance for setup, unlike the special-leaning base and Mega Y forms.
What does Solar Beam do on Charizard?+
Solar Beam provides Grass coverage against Water and Rock types. With Mega Y’s Drought or the Solar Power ability, the sun removes its charge turn, letting it fire instantly.
What is the best nature for Charizard?+
For a special attacker, a Timid nature (which boosts Speed) is the standard pick so Charizard outspeeds as much as possible. Physical Mega Charizard X prefers Jolly for Speed, or Adamant to trade some Speed for extra power.