Perrserker (#0863) – Stats, Moves, Evolution & Competitive Sets

Base stats

HP70130–177250–344

Atk110103–178202–350

Def10094–167184–328

SpA5049–11294–218

SpD6058–123112–240

Spe5049–11294–218

Total440Higher than 48% of all Pokémon

Ranges: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 2 Atk.

Stat calculatorChampions Stat Points & Stat Alignment, or EVs, IVs & nature

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 50). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+112Max102No SP70Min63Scarf168Tailwind224

At max Speed, Perrserker outspeeds 11 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC.

Others at their most common Speed investment in Champions VGC (Reg M-C · Doubles, Sep 2026); Pokémon holding a Mega Stone are shown as their Mega.

Type matchups

Weak to

Fighting2×Fire2×Ground2×

Resists

Bug½×Dragon½×Fairy½×Flying½×Grass½×Ice½×Normal½×Psychic½×Rock½×Steel½×

Immune to

Poison0×

Takes normal damage from 4 types

GhostWaterElectricDark

Abilities

Battle Armor
Protects against critical hits.
Tough Claws
Strengthens moves that make contact to 1.33× their power.
Steely SpiritHidden ability
Powers up ally Pokémon's Steel-type moves.

Competitive

SV SinglesZUSV Doubles(DUU)National DexRU

Ranked ladder · in-game

Doubles

#204 of 262 used

▼ 9 places since Oct 22

Oct 22Oct 28

▼ 11 places since Oct 21

Oct 21Oct 28

Focus Sash (33.6%) · Steely Spirit (77.9%) · Adamant (39.5%) · HP 32 / Atk 32 / SpD 2 (21%)

Moves Iron Head, Fake Out, Protect, Helping Hand

Singles

#247 of 262 used

▲ 1 place since Oct 22

Oct 22Oct 28

▲ 3 places since Oct 21

Oct 21Oct 28

Focus Sash (39.6%) · Tough Claws (52.1%) · Adamant (49.3%) · HP 32 / Atk 32 / Def 2 (25.6%)

Moves Iron Head, Fake Out, Metal Burst, Close Combat

Daily usage rank on the Pokémon Champions ladder, updated Oct 28. Battle data provided by Pokémon Champions Battle Data.

0.31% of teams · rank #119 · Singles · 1630+ rating · 6,316 battles · Sep 2026

Most common build

Item: Expert Belt
Ability: Tough Claws
Nature: Adamant
EVs: 108 HP / 252 Atk / 148 Spe
Tera Type: Steel

Iron Head
Close Combat
Seed Bomb
Stealth Rock

Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.

Usage by rating

All players0.7%
Rated 1500+0.29%
Rated 1630+0.31%
Rated 1760+0.09%

Usage by month

Oct 20250.31%

Moves

Iron Head100%
Close Combat79.2%
Seed Bomb63.3%
Stealth Rock63.3%
U-turn36.7%
Knock Off36.7%
Fake Out16.8%
Rain Dance3.9%
Gyro Ball0%
Swords Dance0%

Items

Expert Belt63.3%
Protective Pads16.8%
Life Orb15.9%
Choice Scarf3.9%
Metal Coat0%
Assault Vest0%

Abilities

96.1%
3.9%

EV spreads

Adamant 108 HP / 252 Atk / 148 Spe63.3%
Jolly 4 HP / 252 Atk / 252 Spe19.8%
Adamant 248 HP / 252 Atk / 8 SpD16.8%
Brave 252 HP / 252 Atk / 4 Def0%
Adamant 160 HP / 160 Atk / 176 SpD / 12 Spe0%

Tera types

Steel67.3%
Flying16.8%
Fighting15.9%
Psychic0%

Common teammates

Flygon76.9%
Uxie63.3%
Goodra63.3%
Pawmot63.3%
Scyther49.2%
Whimsicott14.1%
Inteleon13.6%
Decidueye13.6%

Evolution

#0052MeowthNormal
1. Level 28 · or · Level up with high friendship#0053PersianNormal
2. Level 28#0863PerrserkerSteel

Moves

Game Sort Type

Level up 16

EvoIron HeadHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.SteelPhys80100%15

1Fake OutCan only be used as the first move after the user enters battle. Causes the target to flinch.NormalPhys40100%10

1GrowlLowers the target’s Attack by one stage.NormalStatus—100%40

1Hone ClawsRaises the user’s Attack and accuracy by one stage.DarkStatus——15

1Iron DefenseRaises the user’s Defense by two stages.SteelStatus——15

1Metal BurstStrikes back at the last Pokémon to hit the user this turn with 1.5× the damage.SteelPhys—100%10

1ScratchInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalPhys40100%35

12Pay DayScatters money on the ground worth five times the user’s level.NormalPhys40100%20

16Metal ClawHas a 10% chance to raise the user’s Attack by one stage.SteelPhys5095%35

20TauntFor the next few turns, the target can only use damaging moves.DarkStatus—100%20

24SwaggerRaises the target’s Attack by two stages and confuses the target.NormalStatus—85%15

31Fury SwipesHits 2-5 times in one turn.NormalPhys1880%15

36ScreechLowers the target’s Defense by two stages.NormalStatus—85%40

42SlashHas an increased chance for a critical hit.NormalPhys70100%20

48Metal SoundLowers the target’s Special Defense by two stages.SteelStatus—85%40

54ThrashHits every turn for 2-3 turns, then confuses the user.NormalPhys120100%10

TM / HM / TR 58

TM01Take DownUser receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.NormalPhys9085%20

TM02CharmLowers the target’s Attack by two stages.FairyStatus—100%20

TM03Fake TearsLowers the target’s Special Defense by two stages.DarkStatus—100%20

TM07ProtectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10

TM18ThiefTakes the target’s item.DarkPhys60100%25

TM20TrailblazeThe user attacks suddenly as if leaping out from tall grass. The user's nimble footwork boosts its Speed stat.GrassPhys50100%20

TM22Chilling WaterThe user attacks the target by showering it with water that's so cold it saps the target's power. This also lowers the target's Attack stat.WaterSpec50100%20

TM25FacadePower doubles if user is burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.NormalPhys70100%20

TM31Metal ClawHas a 10% chance to raise the user’s Attack by one stage.SteelPhys5095%35

TM43FlingThrows held item at the target; power depends on the item.DarkPhys—100%10

TM47EndurePrevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.NormalStatus——10

TM49Sunny DayChanges the weather to sunny for five turns.FireStatus——5

TM50Rain DanceChanges the weather to rain for five turns.WaterStatus——5

TM55DigUser digs underground, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.GroundPhys80100%10

TM57False SwipeCannot lower the target’s HP below 1.NormalPhys40100%40

TM58Brick BreakDestroys Reflect and Light Screen.FightingPhys75100%15

TM60U-turnUser must switch out after attacking.BugPhys70100%20

TM61Shadow ClawHas an increased chance for a critical hit.GhostPhys70100%15

TM62Foul PlayCalculates damage with the target’s attacking stat.DarkPhys95100%15

TM66Body SlamHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.NormalPhys85100%15

TM70Sleep TalkRandomly uses one of the user’s other three moves. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalStatus——10

TM71Seed BombInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.GrassPhys80100%15

TM80MetronomeRandomly selects and uses any move in the game.NormalStatus——10

TM85RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5

TM87TauntFor the next few turns, the target can only use damaging moves.DarkStatus—100%20

TM88Swords DanceRaises the user’s Attack by two stages.NormalStatus——20

TM94Dark PulseHas a 20% chance to make the target flinch.DarkSpec80100%15

TM99Iron HeadHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.SteelPhys80100%15

TM102Gunk ShotHas a 30% chance to poison the target.PoisonPhys12080%5

TM103SubstituteTransfers 1/4 of the user’s max HP into a doll, protecting the user from further damage or status changes until it breaks.NormalStatus——10

TM104Iron DefenseRaises the user’s Defense by two stages.SteelStatus——15

TM105X-ScissorInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.BugPhys80100%15

TM108CrunchHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.DarkPhys80100%15

TM114Shadow BallHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.GhostSpec80100%15

TM116Stealth RockCauses damage when opposing Pokémon switch in.RockStatus——20

TM117Hyper VoiceInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalSpec90100%10

TM121Heavy SlamPower is higher when the user weighs more than the target, up to a maximum of 120.SteelPhys—100%10

TM126ThunderboltHas a 10% chance to paralyze the target.ElectricSpec90100%15

TM127Play RoughHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Attack by one stage.FairyPhys9090%10

TM128AmnesiaRaises the user’s Special Defense by two stages.PsychicStatus——20

TM130Helping HandAlly’s next move inflicts half more damage.NormalStatus——20

TM132Baton PassAllows the trainer to switch out the user and pass effects along to its replacement.NormalStatus——40

TM140Nasty PlotRaises the user’s Special Attack by two stages.DarkStatus——20

TM152Giga ImpactUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalPhys15090%5

TM163Hyper BeamUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalSpec15090%5

TM166ThunderHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.ElectricSpec11070%10

TM167Close CombatLowers the user’s Defense and Special Defense by one stage after inflicting damage.FightingPhys120100%5

TM170Steel BeamInflicts damage, and the user takes damage equal to half of its max HP, rounded up.SteelSpec14095%5

TM171Tera BlastIf the user has Terastallized, it unleashes energy of its Tera Type. This move inflicts damage using the Attack or Sp. Atk stat—whichever is higher for the user.NormalSpec80100%10

TM177SpiteLowers the PP of the target’s last used move by 4.GhostStatus—100%10

TM180Gyro BallPower raises when the user has lower Speed, up to a maximum of 150.SteelPhys—100%5

TM181Knock OffTarget drops its held item.DarkPhys65100%20

TM199Lash OutPower doubles if the user had a stat stage lowered this turn.DarkPhys75100%5

TM204Double-EdgeUser receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil.NormalPhys120100%15

TM205EndeavorLowers the target’s HP to equal the user’s.NormalPhys—100%5

TM221Throat ChopPrevents the target from using sound-based moves for two turns.DarkPhys80100%15

TM223Metal SoundLowers the target’s Special Defense by two stages.SteelStatus—85%40

TM224CurseGhosts pay half their max HP to hurt the target every turn. Others decrease Speed but raise Attack and Defense.GhostStatus——10

Pokédex entries

Category: Viking Pokémon
Debut: Galar · Sword & Shield
Color: Brown
Shape
Habitat: —

Galar#183Hyperspace#006

After many battles, it evolved dangerous claws that come together to form daggers when extended.
Shield
What appears to be an iron helmet is actually hardened hair. This Pokémon lives for the thrill of battle.
Sword

Names around the world

Japanese: ニャイキング
Japanese (romaji): Nyaiking
Korean: 나이킹
Chinese (Traditional): 喵頭目
Chinese (Simplified): 喵头目
French: Berserkatt
German: Mauzinger
Spanish: Perrserker
Italian: Perrserker

Sprites

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Official artwork

3D models

Generation VIII · animated models

Generation IX · animated models

Training

EV yield: 2 Atk
Catch rate: 90 ≈11.8% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship: 50
Base experience: 154
Growth rate: Medium

Breeding

Egg groups: Field
Gender: ♂ 50%♀ 50%
Hatch time: 20 egg cycles ≈5,355 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Shield: The Crown Tundra 5 areas

Frigid Sea (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Giant's Bed (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65
Path to the Peak (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Snowslide Slope (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50

Shield: The Isle of Armor 3 areas

Brawlers' Cave (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Courageous Cavern (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Stepping-Stone Sea (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60

Sword: The Crown Tundra 5 areas

Frigid Sea (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Giant's Bed (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65
Path to the Peak (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Snowslide Slope (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50

Sword: The Isle of Armor 3 areas

Brawlers' Cave (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Courageous Cavern (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Stepping-Stone Sea (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60

Shield 8 areas

Dusty Bowl (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Giant's Mirror (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 65
Giant's Seat (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Giant's Seat (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Lake of OutrageWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 50–60
Route 7Walking in the overworld · Lv 37–41
Route 9 (Outer Spikemuth)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 40–44
Stony Wilderness (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50

Sword 8 areas

Dusty Bowl (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Giant's Mirror (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 65
Giant's Seat (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Giant's Seat (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Lake of OutrageWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 50–60
Route 7Walking in the overworld · Lv 37–41
Route 9 (Outer Spikemuth)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 40–44
Stony Wilderness (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50