There are some very powerful Rock-type Pokémon for players to choose from in Pokémon Legends: Arceus. A new regional variant, Hisuian Arcanine, tops the list of who is strongest, but there are many other options as well.
Hisuian Arcanine
Hisuian Arcanine is worth having in a party for its stats alone. It has a fantastic attack and special attack, and none of the remaining stats really put it at a disadvantage in battle. Hisuian Arcanine's biggest downside is its dual Fire and Rock-typing. This gives it a 4x weakness to both Ground and Water-type moves, which can really hinder the Pokémon in battle. Players using Hisuian Arcanine should consider these weaknesses when choosing which Pokémon to challenge.
Hisuian Arcanine's Stats and Strengths/Weaknesses
- Type: Fire and Rock
- Stat Total: 555
- HP: 95
- Attack: 115
- Special Attack: 95
- Defense: 80
- Special Defense: 80
- Speed: 90
Damage Modifier | Move Types |
4x Increased Damage | Ground; Water Type |
2x Increased Damage | Rock; Fighting Type |
0.5x Less Damage | Bug; Ice; Fairy; Normal; Flying; Poison Type |
0.25x Less Damage | Fire Type |
Immunities | N/A |
Other strong Rock Type Pokémon in Pokémon Legends: Arceus
Familiar Pokémon like Rhyperior and Probopass also get recognition as they are solid choices for players needing a good Rock-type Pokémon on their team. Another new Hisuian regional variant, Hisuian Avalugg, is also a great choice.
Rhyperior
Rhyperior has great stats, with a staggering 140 attack stat that can take out many opponents in a few moves. It shares its biggest downside with Hisuian Arcanine, as it has two 4x weaknesses in Water and Grass-type moves. These are common typings in Pokémon Legends: Arceus, so players should be cautious when using Rhyperior.
- Type: Ground and Rock
- Stat Total: 535
- HP: 115
- Attack: 140
- Special Attack: 55
- Defense: 130
- Special Defense: 55
- Speed: 40
Probopass
Probopass also has two 4x weaknesses to Fighting and Ground-type moves but compensates for this heavily with its fantastic defense and special defense stats. Probopass also has access to a decent move pool.
- Type: Rock and Steel
- Stat Total: 525
- HP: 60
- Attack: 55
- Special Attack: 75
- Defense: 145
- Special Defense: 150
- Speed: 40
Hisuian Avalugg
Hisuian Avalugg has great attack and defense stats, giving it a spot as one of the best Rock-type Pokémon, but these stats aren't always enough as Avalugg has a 4x weakness to Fighting and Steel-type moves. It can also fall behind when it comes to special attack and special defense compared to other Rock-type options.
- Type: Ice and Rock
- Stat Total: 514
- HP: 95
- Attack: 127
- Special Attack: 34
- Defense: 184
- Special Defense: 36
- Speed: 38
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Published: Jan 28, 2022 01:15 am