Abilities
MetaMons competitive notes
Pinsir is a bug-type Pokémon whose base stats lean toward Attack — at 500 BST it is a strong total for competitive play, with above-average speed (base 85) and a physical attacking profile. Its Hyper Cutter ability matters more than the raw numbers when it hits the field: check what it does before deciding between a sweeper, pivot, or support role for Pinsir. Build around what Pinsir actually threatens, not its in-game lore — start from its weaknesses and strongest STAB moves, then decide whether its Speed, bulk, or coverage justifies a team slot.
Pinsir is a Bug-type Pokémon. Full weakness, resistance, and immunity breakdown below.
Pinsir is a Bug-type, so it takes super-effective damage from Fire, Flying, Rock. It resists Grass, Fighting, Ground.
- Fire2× damage
- Flying2× damage
- Rock2× damage
- Grass0.5× damage
- Fighting0.5× damage
- Ground0.5× damage
Pinsir has no type immunities.
To counter Pinsir in competitive play, bring Pokémon that can hit back with Fire or Flying or Rock moves and can withstand its Bug STAB attacks.
Fire-type counters
Flying-type counters
Want the full picture? See Pinsir's base stats, moveset, and evolution chain.
