Regardless of your path in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, you’ll eventually find yourself face-to-face with Geeta’s Kingambit. This Dark/Steel-type Pokémon can be a nightmare to deal with if you aren’t prepared and ready for it. This may leave you wondering what Kingambit is weak to and how to counter it in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
What is Kingambit weak to in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet?
Kingambit is an incredibly strong Pokémon in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. It features a type combination of Dark and Steel, along with excellent HP, Defense, and Attack. It also has a strong ability in Supreme Overlord that powers it up with each Pokémon in its party that gets defeated. Here are all Kingambit’s weaknesses in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
- Fire - 2x Weak Fighting - 4x Weak Ground - 2x Weak
How to counter Kingambit in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet
Kingambit’s Dark/Steel-type combination gives it a lot of resistance, which, when combined with its coverage moves, can make it a real menace on the battlefield, especially with the right nature. Its high Attack lets it quickly take out Pokémon, and its physical bulk can make it hard to knock out. That being said, a strong Fighting-type with a high Special Attack is your best bet.
Lucario is one of the best counters for Kingambit in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Its Fight/Steel-type combination not only makes it resistant to Kingambit but allows it to threaten with strong special Fighting-type moves. Aura Sphere and Focus Blast are great tools against this mighty Pokémon, and Lucario is faster, allowing it to act first.
For more information on Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, check out How to find Pawniard and evolve Bisharp into Kingambit in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet and Top 11 Best Competitive Pokémon in Scarlet & Violet, Ranked on Pro Game Guides.
