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Pokemon UNITE - Absol Guide Builds Best Items and Moveset

The best guide on how to play Absol in Pokemon UNITE for Nintendo Switch and Mobile. Check here for the best builds, Held and Battle items, movesets, as well as the latest nerfs, buffs, counters, and more!

Absol Latest Nerfs & Buffs (10/18)

Version 1.12.1.4 Balance Patch Notes

Absol Changes (October 18)
Stat Buff • Attack increased from 140-610 to 140-670 (Lv. 1 to Lv. 15).
Sucker Punch Image
Sucker Punch
• Cooldown decreased from 6s to 5s.
Midnight Slash Image
Midnight Slash
• UNITE Gauge needed to fill reduced by 25%.

Absol Stat Increases

Lvl Standard Attack Damage
5 217 → 228
(+5%)
10 367 → 397
(+8.2%)
15 610 → 670
(+9.8%)

Absol's Attack stat buff increased its Standard Attack and move damage.

Stat Updates

1.5.2.7 The amount of HP recovered by attacks has increased.
1.7.1.9 Decreased: Attack Stat
1.12.1.4 Attack increased from 140-610 to 140-670 (Lv. 1 to Lv. 15)

Standard Attack

1.1.1.4 Basic Attack: Bug Fixes

Night Slash

1.2.1.3 Cooldown reduced from 5s to 4s. 2nd slash hitbox reduced.
1.1.1.4 Damage dealt to opposing Pokemon increased from 939 to 1798 (+91%).
1.6.1.2 Range bug fix. Damage decreased from 719 / 1079 to 651 / 977.
1.6.1.3 Area of effect bug fix. Night Slash +: Fixed bug(s) causing one or more effects not to trigger.

Sucker Punch

1.2.1.3 Cooldown reduced from 7s to 5s. Unstoppable duration increased.
1.1.1.4 Damage dealt to opposing Pokemon increased from 637 to 900 (+41%).
1.2.1.8 Bug Fixes.
1.7.1.9 Range decreased.
1.12.1.4 Cooldown decreased from 6s to 5s.

Pursuit

1.5.2.7 Range increased. Pursuit +: Movement speed buff strengthened.
1.7.1.7 Time to execute an enhanced standard attack from behind after using a move has been decreased from 5s to 3s. (-2s)

Psycho Cut

1.5.2.7 Move description changed.
1.6.1.2 Damage decreased from 291 to 259.

Midnight Slash

1.12.1.4 UNITE Gauge needed to fill reduced by 25%.

Absol Basic Info

Absol
Absol.jpg
Tier Rating: S Rank Icon

Role: Speedster
Attack Type: Melee
Damage Type: Physical
Difficulty: Expert
Cost:
"Absol is a Pokémon that can close the distance in an instant and deal massive amounts of damage."

Pokemon Unite Tier List

Absol Best Lanes

Top Icon.pngTop Jungle Icon.pngJungle Bot Icon.pngBottom
2 Stars.png
5 Stars.png
3 Stars.png

Tips & Strategies for Every Lane

Strengths and Weaknesses

Strengths Weaknesses
✔︎ High Burst Damage.
✔︎ Has a lot of dash moves in its kit.
✔︎ Unite Move grants untargetability status.
✖︎ Damage relies on critical strikes.
✖︎ Low endurance. Proper positioning is required to master.

Best Builds for Absol

Absol Builds
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Night Slash Build

Night Slash Build
Pokemon UNITE - Best Build Icon
Moveset Held Items
Battle Item
Item Effects
(at Level 30)
Recommended Lane
Attack: +33
Critical-Hit Rate: +8.10%
Critical-Hit Damage: +12%
Cooldown: -4.50%
Unite Move Charge Rate: +6.00%
Pokemon UNITE - Top Lane Recommendation Yes Top Lane
Pokemon UNITE - Jungle Recommendation Yes Jungle
Pokemon UNITE - Bot Lane Recommendation Yes Bot Lane
Emblem Color Combination Target Emblem Stats
Positive Stats:
Attack
Critical-Hit Rate
Free Negative Stats:
Sp. Atk
Defense
Sp. Def
Note:
The emblem color and stats here are suggestions only. The builds are still viable even without the suggested emblems.

Night Slash Build Explanation

This is build is centered on slowing opponents with Psycho Cut, then pouncing on them with Night Slash and a couple of basic attacks for a consistent stream of critical damage. Alternatively, learning Sucker Punch instead of Pyscho Cut can also work, giving Absol more mobility and a way to set up Night Slash. Remember that the critical-hit rate increase Absol gets from the Night Slash's second activation is based on the target's missing health, so it's crucial to deplete the target's HP first before lunging.

  • Scope Lens improves Absol's critical-hit rate and damage, particularly for its moves.
  • Razor Claw further improves Absol's critical-hit rate, and it works well with the Pokemon's low cooldown moves.
  • Energy Amplifier provides Absol with a large damage boost whenever it activates Midnight Slash. It also reduces the cooldown of its moves, which is benefitial for Absol's aggressive gameplay.
  • However, Muscle Band can be a replacement for Energy Amplifier, improving Absol's attacks via increased damage and attack speed, which is useful for clearing jungle camps faster in the early game.
  • Eject Button gives Absol a repositioning tool to quickly get close to its targets or to make a quick escape.
  • X Speed can also work for the build, improving Absol's overall mobility.
  • The build's Boost Emblem loadout should consist of 6 Brown Emblems for more damage and 6 White Emblems additional HP. This can be achieved by having at least two (2) Emblems that are both Brown and White.
  • Equip Emblems that improve Attack or Critical-Hit Rate to further improve Absol's damage.
  • Sp. Atk., Sp. Def., and Defense can be freely traded for the other stats.

Night Slash Build Damage Test

Items
(@Lvl 30)
Night Slash
(Base Damage)
(@ Lvl 15)
Night Slash
(Critical-Hit)
(@ Lvl 15)
Sucker Punch
(Base Damage)
(@ Lvl 15)
Sucker Punch
(Critical-Hit)
(@ Lvl 15)
Scope Lens
+
Razor Claw
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes effect)
2105
4461
1171
2482

Since the build is centered on Night Slash, equipping items that will maximize its damage is the ideal item combination.

Out of all the item combinations, Scope Lens, Razor Claw, and Energy Amplifier will be the best for the build. Having both Scope Lens and Razor Claw better suits Absol's gameplay due to their critical-hit rate and damage effects. Energy Amplifier's bonus damage effect should be more than enough for Absol to potentially one shot opponents, and its cooldown reductions are also benefitial for Absol. Moreover, Attack Weight isn't ideal for Absol's gameplay, since it relies primarily on critical-hits and not on base damage.

As for alternatives, replacing Energy Amplifier with Muscle Band would be the best choice. Muscle Band will improve Absol's attacks through increased damage and attack speed, which can be useful for clearing jungle camps faster in the early game.


The damage tests are conducted using the Training Dummy in Practice Mode. The results are taken from the Total Damage data.

Note:
The numbers in bold are the highest result for a specific test.
Items
(@Lvl 30)
Night Slash
(Base Damage)
(@ Lvl 15)
Night Slash
(Critical-Hit)
(@ Lvl 15)
Sucker Punch
(Base Damage)
(@ Lvl 15)
Sucker Punch
(Critical-Hit)
(@ Lvl 15)
Muscle Band
+
Scope Lens
+
Razor Claw
1767
3745
984
2086
Muscle Band
+
Scope Lens
+
Attack Weight
(6 stacks)
1896
4018
1062
2251
Muscle Band
+
Scope Lens
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes effect)
2105
4461
1171
2482
Muscle Band
+
Razor Claw
+
Attack Weight
(6 stacks)
1922
3844
1078
2156
Muscle Band
+
Razor Claw
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes effect)
2137
4275
1190
2381
Muscle Band
+
Attack Weight
(6 stacks)
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes effect)
2293
4587
1285
2570
Scope Lens
+
Razor Claw
+
Attack Weight
(6 stacks)
1896
4018
1062
2251
Scope Lens
+
Razor Claw
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes effect)
2105
4461
1171
2482
Scope Lens
+
Attack Weight
(6 stacks)
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes effect)
2262
4794
1266
2684
Razor Claw
+
Attack Weight
(6 stacks)
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes effect)
2293
4587
1285
2570

The tests above does not use any Emblems yet so it will scale higher if equipped.

Pursuit Build

Pursuit Build
Moveset Held Items
Battle Item
Item Effects
(at Level 30)
Recommended Lane
Attack: +39
Critical-Hit Rate: +8.10%
Critical-Hit Damage: +12%
Movement Speed: +150
Pokemon UNITE - Top Lane Recommendation Yes Top Lane
Pokemon UNITE - Jungle Recommendation Yes Jungle
Pokemon UNITE - Bot Lane Recommendation Yes Bot Lane
Emblem Color Combination Target Emblem Stats
Positive Stats:
Attack
Critical-Hit Rate
Free Negative Stats:
Sp. Atk
Defense
Sp. Def
Note:
The emblem color and stats here are suggestions only. The builds are still viable even without the suggested emblems.

Pursuit Build Explanation

This is a high-mobility build centered on setting up Pursuit with Sucker Punch, allowing Absol to attack the target from behind and trigger Pursuit's cooldown reduction effect.

  • Scope Lens improves Absol's critical-hit rate and damage, especially for its moves.
  • Razor Claw works well with Pursuit, allowing Absol to slow and deal extra damage when it attacks the target.
  • Float Stone is a core item for the build, improving Absol's mobility through increased movement speed. It also provides a decent amount of Attack stat for more damage.
  • Muscle Band can be a replacement for Razor Claw, which also improves Absol's damage when it attacks with Pursuit.
  • Eject Button further improves Absol's mobility on top of Pursuit, Sucker Punch, and Float Stone.
  • X Speed can also work for the build for the same purpose.
  • The build's Boost Emblem loadout should consist of 6 Brown Emblems for more damage and 6 White Emblems additional HP. This can be achieved by having at least two (2) Emblems that are both Brown and White.
  • Equip Emblems that improve Attack or Critical-Hit Rate to further improve Absol's damage.
  • Sp. Atk., Sp. Def., and Defense can be freely traded for the other stats.

Pursuit Build Damage Test

Items
(@Lvl 30)
Pursuit
(Base Damage)
(@ Lvl 15)
Pursuit
(Critical-Hit)
(@ Lvl 15)
Sucker Punch
(Base Damage)
(@ Lvl 15)
Sucker Punch
(Critical-Hit)
(@ Lvl 15)
Scope Lens
+
Razor Claw
2439
5282
993
2105

Since the build is centered on Pursuit and Sucker Punch, equipping items that will maximize their damage is the ideal item combination. Float Stone is a core item for the build, leaving only two (2) items for consideration.

Out of all the item combinations, Scope Lens and Razor Claw will be the best for the build. The item combination will deal consistent damage since it doesn't require Absol to do other tasks like scoring or activating its Unite Move to maximize its damage output.

As for alternatives, replacing Razor Claw with Muscle Band would be the ideal option. Muscle Band's bonus damage effect works great with Pursuit since Absol will perform a normal attack when it pounces on a target, dealing damage based on the target's remaining HP.


The damage tests are conducted using the Training Dummy in Practice Mode. The results are taken from the Total Damage data.

Note:
The numbers in bold are the highest result for a specific test.
Items
(@Lvl 30)
Pursuit
(Base Damage)
(@ Lvl 15)
Pursuit
(Critical-Hit)
(@ Lvl 15)
Sucker Punch
(Base Damage)
(@ Lvl 15)
Sucker Punch
(Critical-Hit)
(@ Lvl 15)
Muscle Band
+
Scope Lens
2425
5268
993
2105
Muscle Band
+
Razor Claw
2837
4932
1009
2018
Muscle Band
+
Attack Weight
(6 stacks)
2604
4848
1087
2174
Muscle Band
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes effect)
2858
5357
1201
2403
Scope Lens
+
Razor Claw
2439
5282
993
2105
Scope Lens
+
Attack Weight
(6 stacks)
2214
5281
1072
2272
Scope Lens
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes effect)
2463
5851
1182
2505
Razor Claw
+
Attack Weight
(6 stacks)
2663
4907
1087
2174
Razor Claw
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes effect)
2950
5449
1201
2403
Attack Weight
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes effect)
2678
5357
1297
2594

The tests above does not use any Emblems yet so it will scale higher if equipped.

Absol Best Items & Moveset

Best Held Items

Item Explanation
Energy Amplifier.pngEnergy Amplifier Energy Amplifier gives Absol a large damage boost when it uses Midnight Slash. It also reduces the cooldowns of its moves.
Focus Band.pngFocus Band Focus Band improves Absol's durability and survivability, which works well with the Pokemon's aggressive gameplay.
Scope Lens.pngScope Lens Scope Lens adds more critical damage on top of Absol's innately high critical chance.
Muscle Band.pngMuscle Band Muscle Band's bonus attack speed allows Absol to land more Standard Attacks, which helps increase the rate of critical hits it can deal.
Razor Claw.pngRazor Claw Razor Claw allows Absol to stick to its targets by slowing them down with every ponuncing move it delivers.

List of Held Items

Best Battle Items

Item Explanation
Eject Button.pngEject Button Eject Button further extends Absol's reach for pursuing fleeing enemies or getting out of danger.
X Speed.pngX Speed X Speed allows Absol to get into position quickly without using its dash moves. It will also help it rotate to different lanes faster.
X Attack.pngX Attack X Attack adds more firepower to Absols attack, ensuring targets will be knocked down.

List of Battle Items

Best Moveset

Move Explanation
Psycho Cut ImagePsycho Cut Psycho Cut is great tool for chasing targets and setting up for Absol's other moves since it slows targets and allows the Pokemon to deal increased damage.
Night Slash ImageNight Slash Night Slash is a powerful assassination move due to its potential to deal tons of damage to multiple targets when it critical-hits.

This moveset allows Absol to take out multiple targets swiftly in one move. Pyscho Cut slows targets and allows Absol to deal increased damage to them, which works for both its attacks and moves. Night Slash has the potential to deal devastating damage to all opponents hit by it when it deals a critical-hit, especially when they're affected by Psycho Cut.

Night Slash and Pursuit are Absol's primary damage move. Although both can deal critical-hit, which can potentially knock out targets in one shot, the primary difference is that Night Slash can hit multiple targets while Pursuit can only hit one target.

On the other hand, Psycho Cut and Sucker Punch are complimentary moves that help Absol in setting up Night Slash or Pursuit. Any move combination can theoretically work for Absol since the Pokemon's gameplay relies primarily on dealing critical-hits.

Which Moveset Do You Think Is Best For Absol?

Pursuit & Sucker Punch 10
Votes
Pursuit & Psycho Cut 12
Votes
Night Slash & Sucker Punch 14
Votes
Night Slash & Psycho Cut 91
Votes

Let us know why in the comments!

Previous Poll Result

Pursuit & Sucker Punch 50
Votes
Pursuit & Psycho Cut 28
Votes
Night Slash & Sucker Punch 14
Votes
Night Slash & Psycho Cut 163
Votes

How to Play Absol

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Get Aggressive Early On

Absol is strong even early on thanks to its high critical-hit rate and damage. Get aggressive in the early game to pressure your enemies and force them to be defensive.

Take the Jungler Role

Absol is best played as a jungler so it can level up faster and learn its primary moveset. Make sure to communicate with your team that you'll be going to the jungle before the match begins to avoid confusion and tensions.

Jungle Guide and Best Junglers

Keep Hunting Targets

You can set the tempo of the game if you can keep hunting targets. This allows you to create space for your team to level up and take objectives while crippling the enemy team. It's also the best way for Absol to snowball and take over the game.

Aim for Isolated Targets

If you encounter an opponent that's far away from its team, aim for them and burst them down. You'll have more chances of winning in this situation since Absol excels in 1v1 fights.

Approach from the Side or Behind or In Grass

When hunting enemies or during teamfights, it's best to approach your target from the side, behind, or grass. This allows you to avoid the frontline and dive the backlines quickly and safely.

Disengage When Moves Miss

Disengage immediately when your moves miss, and don't try to force a fight, especially against Pokemon that have disables or burst damage. Wait until your moves become available again before attempting to fight once more.

Use Midnight Slash

If it becomes difficult for you to disengage, use Midnight Slash as an emergency escape tool. However, it's not neccessary to do this all the time, only in dire situations. Remember that Midnight Slash is a powerful offensive move so using it defensively is risky.

Midnight Slash: Absol Move Effect and Cooldown

Utilize Psycho Cut's Effects

Although Psycho Cut is a simple move, you can utilize its effects in various scenarios, increasing its overall effectiveness. It's best to use it first before going in for the kill.

Psycho Cut: Absol Move Effect and Cooldown

Catch Up to Enemies

Psycho Cut has a decent cast range and slows targets when it hits, allowing you to catch up to fleeing enemies.

Prioritize Affected Targets

You can deal more damage with your attacks against targets hit by Psycho Cut. It's best to prioritize affected targets during fights to take advantage of the increased damage.

Progression and Leveling Guide

Top or Bottom Lane Guide

Level Objectives
1 - 6 • Secure as many Wild Pokemon as you can and get EXP. Steal camps with Feint.
• Steer clear from the enemy Attackers as they can easily pressure Absol's HP from afar.
• Once you learn either Pursuit or Night Slash, you can face off against easy matchups and potentially knock them down to leave their goal zone open. Otherwise, focus on using them to farm Wild Pokemon camps to reach higher levels.
7 - 9 • Once Absol reaches level 7, it will get its move upgrades. This drastically increases the Pokemon's damage output.
• When the first objectives spawn, rally your teammates and initiate the fight. Because of Absol's high damaging critical hits, you will be able to solo objectives if the situation demands it. Otherwise, it is better to have teammates present.
• Use Midnight Slash as a finisher or a way to disengage from a losing fight. It is best to use it towards grouped opponents, but using it in a combo to knock down a single target is also a good strategy.
10+ • Once you reach level 10, you can face off against even matchups using your move combos. Make sure you land your moves properly as completely missing them will likely result in a loss.
• The next objective spawns are much easier to contest thanks to the increase in damage output you received from move upgrades. Rally your teammates to lead the charge towards securing Regieleki or Regice, Registeel, or Regirock.

Jungle Guide

Level Objectives
1 - 5 • Clear the first wave of jungle camps and level up to level 5. Use Feint to cover more ground while also dealing damage. Then, transition to the lane that is closest to you.
• Hide in the tall grass and wait for the opposing team to over-extend. Engage the opponent with Night Slash or Pursuit. It is best to focus down on a single opponent before moving on to another target. When the gank fails, however, do not chase targets towards goal zones.
• Help the lane secure the Altaria and Swablus.
• If the opportunity presents itself, score your accumulated Aeos Energy.
6 - 9 • Clear the second wave of jungle camps to reach level 7 and get both of your primary moveset.
• Transition back to a lane and help secure its respective objective.
• Having access to either Psycho Cut or Sucker Punch greatly increases Absol's range. Seek out and knock down easy targets like enemy Attackers or Supporters.
10+ • Continue farming Wild Pokemon to maintain your level advantage. While Absol is capable of bursting down single targets, try not to get aggressive too much as opponents have, at this point, access to their move upgrades and Unite Move.
• During the final stretch, focus on knocking down opponents instead of Rayquaza.

Absol Combos

Early Combo

Early Combo
Feint IconSlash IconStandard Attack Icon ~

Pokemon UNITE - Absol Early Combo
FeintSlashStandard Attack ~
This is Absol's bread and butter combo during the early game. Get close to the target with Feint then quickly follow it up with a Slash. When Slash lands, Absol's critical hit rate will increase, making it easier for you to burst down targets with Standard Attacks. Use it to clear Wild Pokemon camps fast or burst down easy matchups when ganking lanes.

Psycho Slash Combo

Psycho Slash Combo
Night Slash IconPsycho Cut IconStandard Attack Icon x3► Night Slash Icon

Pokemon UNITE - Absol Psycho Cut Burst Combo
Night SlashPsycho CutStandard Attack x3► Night Slash
This is a single target execution combo where you take advantage of Psycho Cut damage boost. Start by marking a target with Psycho Cut then use Night Slash to quickly get close. Bombard the target with Standard Attacks then use Night Slash's second activation for massive damage.

Cut to Pursuit Combo

Cut to Pursuit Combo
Psycho Cut IconPursuit IconStandard Attack IconPursuit IconStandard Attack Icon

Pokemon UNITE - Absol Cut to Pursuit Combo
Psycho CutPursuitStandard Attack x3► PursuitStandard Attack
This is combo utilizes Pursuit's quick hits for easy pressure. Start by marking the target with Psycho Cut to boost the next damage. After that, alternate between Pursuit and a Standard Attack to get easy hits.

Blink Slash Combo

Blink Slash Combo
Sucker Punch IconNight Slash IconStandard Attack Icon X3 ► Night Slash Icon

Pokemon UNITE - Absol Blink Slash Combo
Sucker PunchNight SlashStandard Attack X3 ► Night Slash
This combo isolates a target of your choice using Sucker Punch, then quickly following up with Night Slash. While Night Slash's second activation is ticking, attack your target at least three times to chip away as much HP as possible before ending the combo with Night Slash's second activation, dealing massive damage if it crits.

Ultimate Psycho Slash Combo

Ultimate Psycho Slash Combo
Psycho Cut IconNight Slash IconMidnight Slash IconNight Slash Icon

Pokemon UNITE - Absol Ultimate Psycho Cut Slash Combo
This is a high burst combo that is great for taking down both single and multiple targets. Start by marking the enemy with a Psycho Cut to increase your damage output. Then, get close and deal damage with Night Slash. Once you get close, activate Midnight Slash. Finish the combo by hitting the enemy with Night Slash's second activation.

Matchups & Counters for Absol

Absol Matchups

Hard Counter
CrustleGoodraLaprasMamoswineMega Mewtwo XMega Mewtwo YSnorlaxTrevenantTyranitarUmbreonZacian
Fair Matchup
AegislashAzumarillBlastoiseBlazikenBlisseyBuzzwoleDodrioDragapultGengarGreedentGreninjaLeafeonLucarioMachampMimikyuScizorSlowbroTalonflameUrshifuVenusaurWigglytuffZeraoraZoroark
Good Matchup
Alolan NinetalesBlisseyChandelureCharizardCinderaceClefableComfeyCramorantDecidueyeDelphoxDragoniteDuraludonEldegossEspeonGarchompGardevoirGlaceonHoopaInteleonMewMr. MimePikachuSableyeSylveon
Matchup Notes
Hard CounterHard Counter Even MatchupEven Matchup Easy MatchupEasy Matchup
1. The chart is based on our own experience playing Absol.
2. Pokemon within each tier are unordered
3. Any Pokemon not shown here are still under investigation.

Hard Counter with Durable Pokemon

Pokemon that are highly durable, and have a hard disable can counter Absol's critical-hit gameplay. High-durability prevents Absol from bursting down a Pokemon quickly, discouraging Absol to pursue the Pokemon. Hard lockdowns completely shut down Absol's gameplay, preventing Absol to position properly to deal damage.

Best Counters

PokemonExplanation
Trevenant ImageTrevenant Rating: ★★★★★
• The combination of HP recovery and disable with Horn Leech make Trevenant hard to burst down.
• Almost all moves have some sort of HP recovery, allowing Trevenant to sustain more attacks and prolong the fight in its favor.
Snorlax ImageSnorlax Rating: ★★★★
• Highly durable, can soak up Absol's critical-hits, especially while in Block.
• Can disable or prevent Absol's assault using Heavy Slam, Yawn, or Block
• Can recover HP using Power Nap.
Tyranitar ImageTyranitar Rating: ★★★★
• Innate durability and constant pressure with Sand Stream can trap Absol in a bad position.
• Can negate slow effects with Ancient Power. • A couple of stomps from Tyrannical Rampage are enough to knock down Absol quickly.
Crustle ImageCrustle Rating: ★★★
• Can avoid a fight using Shell Smash
• Can fight back and pin down Absol with X-Scissor.
• Can mitigate Absol's critical-hits using Rubble Rouser.

Even Matchups

Since Absol relies on its critical strikes to get an advantage over the opponent, it is important that you always get the first strike when facing even matchups. This also means that you have to learn how to target your moves properly, otherwise you will be left vulnerable if you miss.

Fight Through the Sustain

Pokemon with Healing and Shielding Moves
Aegislash Image Blissey Image Wigglytuff Image Tsareena Image Venusaur Image
How to Beat
• Get the first strike by hiding in the tall grass and initiating the fight with either Pursuit or Sucker Punch.
• Once in melee range, focus all your attacks on the target. Do not use your moves defensively.
• Make use of Psycho Cut to increase your Standard Attack Damage.

Outplay Mobility Moves

Pokemon with High Mobility
Dodrio Image Dragapult Image Gengar Image Greninja Image Leafeon Image Mimikyu Image Talonflame Image Zeraora Image Zoroark Image
How to Beat
• Move around and evade their moves, utilizing Pursuit's cooldown reset mechanic
• Getting the full, double activation of Night Slash is enough to deplete their HP enough for a quick knock down.
• Decrease their movement speed with Psycho Cut for an easier chase.

Keep Constant Pressure

Pokemon With High Durability
Blastoise Image Greedent Image Slowbro Image
How to Beat
• Increase your chances of landing critical hits with Psycho Cut.
• Dodge their attacks by going around them with Pursuit or Sucker Punch.
• When using Midnight Slash to knock them down, make sure that they are the only target present to deal the full damage

Bait Out Moves then Counter Attack

Pokemon that Require Proper Positioning
Azumarill Image Buzzwole Image Garchomp Image Machamp Image Scizor Image Urshifu Image
How to Beat
• Move around and evade their moves, utilizing Pursuit's cooldown reset mechanic.
• Reposition yourself behind them with Sucker Punch.

Easy Matchups for Absol

Most of Absol's easy matchups are Pokemon with low HP or Pokemon that are easy targets during the early game. Take advantage of Absols high burst damage when you are pitted against them!

Prone to One-Shot Crits

Fragile Ranged Pokemon
Chandelure Image Decidueye Image Delphox Image Espeon Image Gardevoir Image Inteleon Image Mew Image Pikachu Image Sylveon Image
How to Beat
• Pounce on them immediately using either Night Slash or Sucker Punch.
• Maintain a melee range and keep attacking
• Be cautious of their sure-hit burst moves.

Take Advantage of Stationary Moves

Pokemon with Channeling Moves
Alolan Ninetales Image Cramorant Image Duraludon Image Glaceon Image
How to Beat
• These Pokemon have moves that make them stationary. Take advantage of it by bursting them down with Night Slash
• Maintain a melee range and keep attacking.

Poses No Threat

Pose No Threat
Clefable Image Comfey Image Eldegoss Image Hoopa Image Mr. Mime Image Sableye Image
How to Beat
• Target them first in a team clash or when they are isolated. Use Sucker Punch to quickly close the gap.
• Cut off their escape with Pursuit.

Bad Early Game

Pokemon with a Slow Start
Charizard Image Dragonite Image
How to Beat
• Take advantage of their evolution phases and cripple their growth during the early game.

Best Teammates for Absol

Pokemon Explanation
Gardevoir ImageGardevoir
Pikachu ImagePikachu
Easy enemy takedowns
These Pokemon have powerful burst attacks and are capable of stunning enemies from a safe distance, allowing Absol to concetrate on dealing damage.
Blissey ImageBlissey
Mr. Mime ImageMr. Mime
Buffs and Sustain
These Pokemon have means of stunning and shutting down targets with their moves. They also provide healing opportunities for Absol so that it can stand its ground and fight longer during clashes.
Crustle ImageCrustle
Snorlax ImageSnorlax
Tanky Disablers
These Pokemon can lead the charge and assist Absol in pushing lanes or securing objectives. This way, Absol can dominate lanes and take enemy camps to stall the enemy's level progression.
Talonflame ImageTalonflame
Zoroark ImageZoroark
High Burst Damagers
These Pokemon help contribute damage through pinning down enemies with combos and burst attacks. While it's still recommended to go with either a Defender or Supporter ally, Speedsters are a huge help when trying to dominate lanes as early as possible.
Machamp ImageMachamp
Tsareena ImageTsareena
Hard-hitting Initiators
These Pokemon are very dependable allies as they have means to buff or sustain themselves. Whether it's securing objectives or pushing lanes, Machamp and Tsareena are built to initiate clashes, stun enemies, and create openings for their teammates.

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Absol Moves and Ability

Move Slot 1 (R)

Feint ImageFeint
(Lv. 1 or 3)
Move Type: Dash
Damage Type: Physical
Cooldown: 8s
Starting Damage: 222
Final Damage: 284
Has the user dash in an arc, attacking Pokemon it comes in contact with. This move ignores Defense stat and shield effects of opposing Pokemon.
Pursuit ImagePursuit
(Lv. 5)
Upgrade Lv. 11
Move Type: Dash
Damage Type: Physical
Cooldown: 5s
Starting Damage: Front/Side: 506, Back: 923
Final Damage: Front/Side: 1083, Back: 1988
Has the user dash to the designated location and quickly charge an opposing Pokemon with the next basic attack. If the basic attack lands from behind, its damage is increased and this move's cooldown is reduced.
Upgrade: Increases the user's movement speed.
Night Slash ImageNight Slash
(Lv. 5)
Upgrade Lv. 11
Move Type: Dash
Damage Type: Physical
Cooldown: 5s
Starting Damage: 802
First dash: 321, Second dash: 481
Final Damage: 1715
First dash: 686, Second dash: 1029
Has the user dash in an outward arc, dealing damage to opposing Pokemon. If this first attack hits, a second attack can also be performed. The second attack has the user dash straight ahead, dealing damage to opposing Pokemon and increasing the user's critical-hit rate. The lower the opposing Pokemon's HP, the more the user's critical-hit rate is increased.
Upgrade: Using this move again will restore the user's HP.

Move Slot 2 (ZR)

Slash ImageSlash
(Lv. 1 or 3)
Move Type: Melee
Damage Type: Physical
Cooldown: 6s
Starting Damage: 324
Final Damage: 457
Slashes with sharp claws in front of the user, increasing this move's critical-hit rate.
Sucker Punch ImageSucker Punch
(Lv. 7)
Upgrade Lv. 13
Move Type: Hindrance
Damage Type: Physical
Cooldown: 5s
Starting Damage: 501
Final Damage: 952
Has the user look for an opening to attack an opposing pokemon, decreasing the movement speed of the user and the opposing Pokemon for the duration. After a short time, the user charges to attack the opposing Pokemon. However, if the user receives damage or gets attacked before it charges, it attacks immediately and shoves the opposing Pokemon.
Upgrade: Increases basic attack speed for a short time when this move hits.
Psycho Cut ImagePsycho Cut
(Lv. 7)
Upgrade Lv. 13
Move Type: Melee
Damage Type: Physical
Cooldown: 7s
Starting Damage: 142
Final Damage: 274
Has the user attack with blades formed by psychic power that decreases the movement speed of opposing Pokemon for a short time when the move hits. Also, after this move hits, the user's attacks deal additional damage to affected opposing Pokemon (up to three times).
Upgrade: Also increases the user's movement speed for a short time when the user gets close to the opposing Pokemon that this move hit.

Unite Moves (ZL)

Midnight Slash ImageMidnight Slash
(Lv. 9)
Move Type: Area
Damage Type: Physical
Cooldown: 100s
Starting Damage: 4217
Slash: 555 x 6, Knockback: 166 x 2
Final Damage: 5967
Slash: 865 x 6, Knockback: 259 x 2
Unleases a flurry of slashes in front of the user. This move ends by unleashing powerful blades of energy, dealing increased damage to opposing Pokemon and shoving them.

Standard Attack

Standard Attack Image Standard Attack Becomes a boosted attack with every third attack, dealing damage to opposing Pokemon and decreasing their Defense when it hits. If this boosted attack hits only a single opposing Pokemon, it deals increased damage.

Ability (Passive)

Super Luck ImageSuper Luck
Absol IconAbsol

Increases the Pokemon's critical hit-rate.

Absol Stats & Evolutions

Absol Evolutions

Absol.pngAbsol
This Pokemon does not evolve.

Absol Stats

Level HP Defense Special Defense Attack Damage
1 3000 52 36 140
2 3107 59 41 159
3 3224 67 47 180
4 3353 76 53 203
5 3495 86 60 228
6 3651 97 68 256
7 3823 109 76 286
8 4012 122 85 319
9 4221 136 95 356
10 4451 152 106 397
11 4704 170 118 442
12 4983 189 131 491
13 5290 210 146 545
14 5628 233 162 605
15 6000 259 180 670

Attack Damage is the damage of the Basic Attack as tested against the Training Dummy.

Absol In-Game Stat Listings

Offense Endurance Mobility Scoring Support
3.5 Stars.png 2 Stars.png 4 Stars.png 2.5 Stars.png 0.5 Stars.png

Absol Skins (Holowear)

Holowear
AbsolFashionable StyleFashionable Style
Zirco Trading:
Aeos Gems 400 / Holowear Ticket 18
AbsolDark Suit StyleDark Suit Style
AbsolSweet StyleSweet Style
Zirco Trading:
Aeos Gems 400
AbsolSacred StyleSacred Style
AbsolPokebuki StylePokebuki Style
Zirco Trading:
Aeos Gems 1200
AbsolBeach StyleBeach Style
Zirco Trading:
Aeos Gems 1050
AbsolExplorer StyleExplorer Style

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Absol Achievements

Pursuit Achievement

Pursuit
Pokemon Move
Absol ImageAbsol Pursuit ImagePursuit
Mission:
In a single battle, reduce the cooldown of Pursuit or Pusuit+ 10 or more times by attacking a Pokemon from the opposing team from behind after using the move. (5/10/20 battles total)
Medals & Points Rewards
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Aeos Ticket IconAeos Ticket x100
Pokemon UNITE - Expert Achievement Medal Expert
Pokemon UNITE - Achievement Points.png5
Aeos Coin IconAeos Coin x300
Pokemon UNITE - Master Achievement Medal.png Master
Pokemon UNITE - Achievement Points.png10
Holowear Ticket IconHolowear Ticket x3

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Last Updated: November 3, 2023
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