Unite Move Guide: How to Use and Effects

Unite Moves are powerful, finisher moves that each Pokemon can learn when it reaches high levels. Read on to learn how to use Unite moves, the different Unite move effects, and what Unite move each Pokemon has!

List of All Unite Moves

List of All Unite Moves
Aura Cannon (Lucario)	Azure Spy Vision (Inteleon)	Barrage Blow (Machamp)
Belly Bash (Azumarill)	Berry Belly Flop (Greedent)	Blazing Bicycle Kick (Cinderace)
Bliss Assistance (Blissey)	Bright Future Meteor Storm (Miraidon)	Chaos Glower (Sableye)
Compute and Crush (Metagross)	Cotton Cloud Crash (Eldegoss)	Coup de Grace (Aegislash)
Draco Impact (Dragonite)	Dragon Current (Gyarados)	Dreep and Destroy (Dragapult)
Dust Devil Formation (Falinks)	Ebon Fist (Urshifu)	Emerald Two-Step (Leafeon)
Fairy Frolic (Sylveon)	Fairy Singularity (Gardevoir)	Fanciful Fireworks (Delphox)
Flame Sweep (Talonflame)	Full Power Psy-ay-ay! (Psyduck)	Floral Flourish (Meowscarada)
Flowing Fists (Urshifu)	Gatling Gulp Missile (Cramorant)	Glacial Stage (Glaceon)
Green Illusion Dive (Scyther)	Hydro Typhoon (Blastoise)	Ignite Midnight (Chandelure)
Infinite Psyburn (Mewtwo X)	Infinite Psyburn (Mewtwo Y)	Lapras Express (Lapras)
Livid Outrage (Garchomp)	Mammoth Mash (Mamoswine)	Midnight Slash (Absol)
Moonlight Prance (Umbreon)	Mystical Mirage (Mew)	Nightfall Daze (Zoroark)
Nock Nock (Decidueye)	Phantom Ambush (Gengar)	Phantom Forest (Trevenant)
Plasma Gale (Zeraora)	Play with Me (Mimikyu)	Power Nap (Snorlax)
Psychic Solare (Espeon)	Psykaboom (Armarouge)	Queen Ascendant (Tsareena)
Red Illusion Dive (Scizor)	Rekindling Flame (Ho-Oh)	Revenant Rend (Ceruledge)
Revolving Ruin (Duraludon)	Right as Rain (Goodra)	Rings Unbound (Hoopa)
Rubble Rouser (Crustle)	Seismic Slam (Charizard)	Showtime! (Mr. Mime)
Slowbeam (Slowbro)	Snow Globe (Alolan Ninetales)	Sovereign Sword (Zacian)
Spinning Flame Fist (Blaziken)	Spinning Flame Kick (Blaziken)	Starlight Recital (Wigglytuff)
Thunderstorm (Pikachu)	Triple Trample (Dodrio)	Tyrannical Rampage (Tyranitar)
Ultra Swole Slam (Buzzwole)	Verdant Anger (Venusaur)	Waterburst Shuriken (Greninja)
Wonder Wish (Clefable)	Worst Nightmare (Darkrai)	-

UNITE Move Effects

UNITE Move Effects Per Role

Aside from the powerful effect that comes with the move, you will also receive a number of buffs for a few seconds. This can range from getting movement speed increase, Attack Speed increase, or a damage absorbing shield among other effects. Each Pokemon will have a different set of applied buffs after using its UNITE Move. The strength of the buff also depends on your Pokemon's role.

List of Status Effects: Buffs and Debuffs

Attacker UNITE Move Effects

Pokemon	Unite Move Effect
Alolan Ninetales	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased and reduced move cooldowns for a short time.
Armarouge	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time. Reducing move cooldowns for a short time.
Chandelure	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time.
Cinderace	Shield granted. Movement Speed and Standard Attack Speed increased for a short time.
Cramorant	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased for a short time.
Decidueye	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased for a short time.
Delphox	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased and reduced move cooldowns for a short time.
Dragapult	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time. Lasts for 3 seconds.
Duraludon	Shield granted. Movement Speed and Standard Attack Speed increased for a short time.
Espeon	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased and reduced move cooldowns for a short time.
Gardevoir	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased and reduced move cooldowns for a short time.
Glaceon	Shield granted. Movement Speed and Standard Attack Speed increased for a short time.
Greninja	Shield granted. Movement Speed and Standard Attack Speed increased for a short time.
Inteleon	Shield granted. Movement speed and basic attack speed increased for a short time.
Mega Mewtwo Y	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time. Reducing move cooldowns for a short time.
Mew	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased for a short time.
Miraidon	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time. Reducing move cooldowns for a short time.
Pikachu	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased and reduced move cooldowns for a short time.
Sylveon	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased and reduced move cooldowns for a short time.
Venusaur	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased and reduced move cooldowns for a short time.

All-Rounder UNITE Move Effects

Pokemon	Unite Move Effect
Aegislash	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased and reduced move cooldowns for a short time.
Azumarill	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased and reduced move cooldowns for a short time.
Blaziken	Attack increased for a short time.
Blaziken	Movement speed increased for a short time.
Buzzwole	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased and reduced move cooldowns for a short time.
Ceruledge	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time. Reducing move cooldowns for a short time.
Charizard	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased for a short time.
Dragonite	Shield granted. Movement Speed and Standard Attack Speed increased for a short time.
Falinks	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time.
Garchomp	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased for a short time.
Lucario	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased and reduced move cooldowns for a short time.
Machamp	Attack, Defense, Sp. Defense and Movement Speed increased for a short time.
Mega Mewtwo X	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time. Reducing move cooldowns for a short time.
Metagross	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time. Reducing move cooldowns for a short time.
Mimikyu	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time. Reducing move cooldowns for a short time.
Scizor	Shield granted. Movement speed increase for a short time. Reducing move cooldowns for a short time
Scizor	Shield granted. Movement speed increase for a short time.
Tsareena	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased and reduced move cooldowns for a short time.
Tyranitar	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased and reduced move cooldowns for a short time.
Urshifu	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time. Reducing move cooldowns for a short time.
Urshifu	Shield granted. Movement speed increase for a short time.
Zacian	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time. Reducing move cooldowns for a short time.

Defender UNITE Move Effects

Pokemon	Unite Move Effect
Blastoise	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased for a short time.
Crustle	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased for a short time.
Goodra	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time.
Greedent	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased for a short time.
Ho-oh	Coming Soon!
Lapras	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time.
Mamoswine	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased for a short time.
Slowbro	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased for a short time.
Snorlax	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased for a short time.
Trevenant	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased for a short time.
Umbreon	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time.

Speedster UNITE Move Effects

Pokemon	Unite Move Effect
Absol	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased for a short time.
Darkrai	Coming Soon!
Dodrio	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased for a short time.
Gengar	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased for a short time.
Leafeon	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time.
Meowscarada	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time.
Talonflame	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased for a short time.
Zeraora	Shield granted. Movement Speed and Standard Attack Speed increased for a short time. Move cooldowns reduced.
Zoroark	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time.

Supporter UNITE Move Effects

Pokemon	Unite Move Effect
Blissey	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased and reduced move cooldowns for a short time.
Clefable	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time. Reducing move cooldowns for a short time.
Comfey	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time.
Eldegoss	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased for a short time.
Hoopa	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased and reduced move cooldowns for a short time.
Mr. Mime	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased for a short time.
Psyduck	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time. Reducing move cooldowns for a short time.
Sableye	Shield granted. Movement speed increased for a short time.
Wigglytuff	Shield granted. Movement Speed increased and reduced move cooldowns for a short time.

Lasts for 5 Seconds

After the UNITE move takes effect, the bonus buffs will last for 5 seconds. You will be able to keep track of the buff by checking the Flame icon present in your status condition.

Indicated by Light Blue Aura

When your Pokemon is affected by the UNITE Move effect, it will glow with a Light Blue aura.

How to Use Unite Moves

Activate (ZL) at 100%

When the Unite Move is available at 100%, the percentage disappears and the Unite Move starts glowing. Tap the Move icon or press ZL on your controller to use your Pokemon's Unite Move. Some Pokemon may need a target before their Unite move can be used, while others are activated when you target an area.
List of Controls and How to Change Control Mapping

UNITE Move States

Fully charged, but yet not learned.
Fully charged
Disabled
On cooldown

Some UNITE Moves Require a Target

Some Unite Moves will require a target before you can activate it. Moves like Thunderstorm, Queen Ascendant, or Seismic Slam, to name a few, requires an opponent to activate. Note that Wild Pokemon cannot be targeted.

Practice in Training Mode

Each Unite Move has unique properties and effects that are not found in other Moves. One of the best ways to learn how to use a Unite Move to its maximum potential is through practicing them in the Practice Area (Training Mode). You can use your Unite Moves on Wild Pokemon, a substitute doll, or the A.I.-controlled enemy Pokemon.

How to Use the Training Mode (Practice Area)

How to Reduce Unite Move Cooldown

When the Unite move is used, the name and icon will be greyed out and you will have to wait for it to reach 100% charge before it can be activated again. Cooldowns can take a long time, but there are ways to decrease the cooldown by performing specific actions.

Defeat Wild Pokemon

You can decrease the cooldown time by 4% charge by defeating wild Pokemon within the arena. Defeating player-controlled Pokemon, however, does not contribute to Unite move cooldown reduction.

List of Wild Pokemon and Spawn Times

Score Points in Goal Zones

You can decrease the cooldown time by around ~10% charge by depositing collected Aeos Energy at enemy Goal Zones. The cooldown reduction will be the same regardless of how many points you scored. Moreover, you will still receive the same cooldown reduction when destroying a Goal Zone.

Scoring Guide: When to Score Goals

Getting Knocked Down

When defeated by an opposing Pokemon or a Wild Pokemon, the Unite Move cooldown is reduced by 10% charge. However, falling on purpose to decrease your Unite Move is not a viable strategy as you cannot help your team while you are out of combat.

Reduce Cooldown by Equipping Energy Amplifier

Energy Amplifier increases the charge rate of the Pokemon's Unite Move when equipped, thus decreasing the cooldown. This is most useful for Pokemon like Charizard and Cramorant, which can deal continuous damage once their Unite Move is activated.

Energy Amplifier Effect and How to Get

Recover Charge From Failed Attempts

In some situations, Unite Moves may fail to hit the target or even fail to activate entirely. Fortunately, the Pokemon will still be able to recover some amount of charge when this happens.

Get Back 50% Charge When Hitting Illusions

When we were testing Greninja's Double Team, we found that a Targeted Unite Move hitting a copy will automatically refund you 50% of the Unite Move gauge. Depending on the Unite Move, you will still do full damage to the target and anything surrounding it if it is an AoE target type Move like Blazing Bicycle Kick or Plasma Gale.

Remember, this only works for moves that require you to target enemy Pokemon. So, Unite Moves like Phantom Ambush or Verdant Anger will not recover 50% of the gauge back. We're still trying to figure out more moves and situations which will refund your Unite Gauge. Let us know in the comments if you find anything!

Resets Charge to 90% When Disrupted

Take note that a Pokemon channeling their Unite Move is still susceptible to getting knocked down or bounded. Moves like Draco Impact and Belly Bash need a couple of seconds to prepare before the Pokemon can land the attack. That short window can be exploited and may leave the Pokemon unable to finish the move. If a Pokemon gets disrupted this way, its charge rate will reset to 90%.

When to Use Unite Moves

During Team Battles

It is best to use your Unite Move when your entire team starts fighting the entire enemy team, especially when the Unite move affects an area. Because it is so impactful, using it at the right time can turn the tide in your team's favor. It is important to note that you are not invincible when you activate your Unite Move. So, it's best to plan if you are going to use your Unite move whether for pushing a lane or as a tactical retreat.

Save Unite Moves for Objectives

Unite moves should be reserved during objective fights, especially during the last 2 minutes of the match when Rayquaza spawns. Whether it is for securing the objective or clearing out the enemy team, you will want to use save your Unite Move during these important fights to tip the scale of battle in your favor!

Objectives Guide (Remoat Island): When to Target Bosses

What are Unite Moves?

Powerful Finisher Moves

Unite Moves are usually the most powerful and impactful Move each Pokemon has. It is the last Move learned by a Pokemon at Level 8-10. Each Pokemon has a unique Unite move, each with its special effects that can have a massive impact during a battle. These moves can range from dealing massive damage to opponents to giving your allies helpful buffs.

Has a Long Cooldown

Because Unite Moves are so impactful, they have a much longer cooldown when compared to normal Moves. Because of the long cooldowns, knowing when to use your Unite Move is important to make sure you get the most out of it. Fortunately, it is also possible to decrease your Unite Move's cooldown by completing specific actions.

Strengthened by Specific Items

Held Item	Effect
Buddy Barrier	HP + 450 When the Pokemon uses its Unite Move, that Pokemon and the nearby ally Pokemon with the lowest HP are each granted a shield equal to (15/20/25)% of their max HP
Energy Amplifier	Unite Move Charge Rate + 6% Cooldown - 4.5% After the Pokemon uses its Unite Move, the damage the Pokemon deals is increased by (7/14/21)% for a short time.

Some items are activated upon using your Unite Move, adding more effects and giving even more of an advantage during battles. The items that are activated when using your Unite Move are Buddy Barrier and Energy Amplifier.

List of Held Items

Affected by Some Emblems

With the introduction of Navy emblems in the 1.7.1.2 Update, there is now emblem color effects that affect UNITE Move Charge Rate.

List of All Navy Boost Emblems and Effect

Pokemon Unite Related Guides

List of Game Mechanics

Game Modes and Rules

Game Modes and Rules
Game Modes Explanation	Match Types Explanation
Unite Battle Guide	Ranked Match Guide
Quick Battle Guide	How to Use Training Mode
Fair Play Points Guide	Can Players Use the Same Pokemon?
Tournament Mode Guide	Custom Battle Guide
Draft Pick Guide	Full-Fury Battles Guide

Gameplay Manual Guides

Gameplay Manual Guides
List of Status Effects	Stats Explanation
How to Upgrade Items	Unite Moves Guide
List of Berries and Effects	How To Surrender
Recall Guide and Best Timing	Super Jump Guide
Vision Guide: How Does Vision Work?	Evolution: How to Evolve and Timing
Character Creation Guide	Free Rotation Guide
Microtransactions Guide	Attack Vs. Special Attack
Badge Guide and Explanation	How to Check Team Score
How to Check Leaderboard	Tutorial Missions: Access and Rewards
How to Increase Movement Speed	Critical Hit Guide
How to Use Quick Chat and Pings	How to Use the Camera
How to Cancel Moves	Invincibility Guide
Move Types and When to Use	Grass Guide: How Does Grass Work?
Boosted Attacks Guide	How to Recover HP
How to Check Player Levels and Kills	List of Hidden Mechanics
How to Chat with Friends	Pokemon Points and Battle Ribbons
Season Points and Rewards	Prize Machine

Game Setup Guides

Game Setup Guides
List of Controls	List of Settings
How to Change Your Name	How to Change Your Gender
How to Play Online Multiplayer	How to Add Friends
Language Settings	How to Use Voice Chat and Best Apps
Do You Need Nintendo Online?	Server Reset Time
How to Create a New Account	Can You Delete an Account?
Player Count and Limit	Can You Play Offline?
How to Reduce Lag	What Happens When You Go AFK
How to Play with Bots	How to Check Match History
Battle Screen and Menus Explanation	Spectator Mode
How to Update the Trainer Card	Squads Guide
Friendship Points Guide	-