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Best Team for Pokémon Sun

Pokémon Sun explores the Hawaii-inspired Alola region with Island Trials instead of gyms and Z-Moves as the power mechanic. Litten's Incineroar is a popular starter choice for its strength in late trials.

Recommended Team

#1Incineroar

Incineroar

Fire / Dark — Starter

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Weak towater2×fighting2×ground2×rock2×

Litten's Fire/Dark typing handles Grass, Bug, Ice, Ghost, and Psychic types throughout all four islands; Darkest Lariat is an extremely reliable STAB move against Trial Captains.

#2Wishiwashi

Wishiwashi

Water — Schooling Tank

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Weak toelectric2×grass2×

Wishiwashi is found near Brooklet Hill early in the game; its Schooling ability transforms it into a massive school at HP above 25%, giving it the highest stats of any Water type in Sun.

#3Vikavolt

Vikavolt

Bug / Electric — Special Attacker

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Weak tofire2×rock2×

Grubbin on Route 1 evolves to Charjabug at level 20; Vikavolt's Bug Buzz and Thunderbolt provide excellent coverage and it arrives just before the final trial.

#4Mudsdale

Mudsdale

Ground — Physical Tank

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Weak towater2×grass2×ice2×

Mudbray is found at Paniola Ranch after the second trial; Mudsdale's Stamina ability raises its Defence by one stage every time it's hit — excellent for tanking totem battles.

#5Toucannon

Toucannon

Normal / Flying — Physical Attacker

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Weak toelectric2×ice2×rock2×

Pikipek is on Route 1 from the very start; Toucannon's Skill Link + Bullet Seed and Beak Blast give it surprisingly powerful physical output for a Normal/Flying type.

#6Kommo-o

Kommo-o

Dragon / Fighting — Late-Game Sweeper

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Weak toice2×flying2×psychic2×dragon2×fairy4×

Jangmo-o is found in Vast Poni Canyon near the end of the game; Kommo-o's Dragon and Fighting STAB coverage hits almost everything for solid damage.

Tips & Notes

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    Z-Moves replace Mega Evolution in Alola — the elemental Z-Crystals found on each island are worth equipping to Incineroar or Kommo-o for totem battles.

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    Wishiwashi drops out of School Form when below 25% HP; bring Revives or prioritise healing to keep it in School form during long fights.

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    Sun's totem battles include Salazzle (2nd island) and Mimikyu (3rd island) — bring Mudsdale's Stamina to tank the summon patterns.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best team for Pokémon Sun?

The recommended team for Pokémon Sun is: Incineroar, Wishiwashi, Vikavolt, Mudsdale, Toucannon, Kommo-o. Pokémon Sun explores the Hawaii-inspired Alola region with Island Trials instead of gyms and Z-Moves as the power mechanic. Litten's Incineroar is a popular starter choice for its strength in late trials.

What starter should I choose in Pokémon Sun?

Incineroar (Fire / Dark — Starter): Litten's Fire/Dark typing handles Grass, Bug, Ice, Ghost, and Psychic types throughout all four islands; Darkest Lariat is an extremely reliable STAB move against Trial Captains.

What tips should I know for Pokémon Sun?

Z-Moves replace Mega Evolution in Alola — the elemental Z-Crystals found on each island are worth equipping to Incineroar or Kommo-o for totem battles. Wishiwashi drops out of School Form when below 25% HP; bring Revives or prioritise healing to keep it in School form during long fights. Sun's totem battles include Salazzle (2nd island) and Mimikyu (3rd island) — bring Mudsdale's Stamina to tank the summon patterns.

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