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Substitute is a Move learned by Greninja in Pokemon UNITE. Learn the effects of Substitute, as well as its damage at each level, cooldown time, level to learn and upgrade, status effects it inflicts, and all Pokemon builds using Substitute.

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Substitute Effects and Stats

Substitute Basic Information

Substitute ImageSubstitute
Pokemon
Greninja ImageGreninja
Level Learned Lv. 1 or 3
Move Slot Slot 2 (ZR)
Move Type Dash
Damage Type Status
Status Effects None
Cooldown 8s

Substitute Effect

Substitute In-Game.jpg

Leaves behind the Substitute doll for the user while it's moving forward

How to Use Substitute

Traverse Jungle Faster

Pokemon UNITE - Greninja Using Substitute

If you're going jungle, use Substitute constantly to traverse the map or jungle faster in the early-game. It may not seem much since the dash range is short, but it does speed up moving through the jungle if you use it constantly. Remember that you can go through walls.

Distract Opponents with the Dummy

Pokemon UNITE - Greninja Using Substitute and Pikachu Attacking the Dummy

The dummy left behind can be targeted by attacks and moves. With a bit of luck, enemies might target the dummy instead of you, especially if they have auto lock on and are just smashing buttons.

The image above is only taken in the Practice Area with a computer-controlled Pokemon. The real effect is grander and can be seen a lot in real matches.

Evade Damage and Moves

Pokemon UNITE - Greninja Using Substitute to Evade Pikachu

There is a subtle moment when casting Substitute where Greninja gains the invincible status effect. With proper timing, you can completely evade damage and moves.

Related Pokemon Builds

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Check out the builds of the Pokemon related to this move in the link below:

Greninja Image Greninja Guide: Builds and Best Items

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List of Moves and Effects

All Greninja Moves

Move 1 (R) Move 2 (ZR)
Bubble Image Bubble
Surf Image Surf
Water Shuriken Image Water Shuriken
Substitute Image Substitute
Double Team Image Double Team
Smokescreen Image Smokescreen
Unite Move (ZL)
Waterburst Shuriken Image Waterburst Shuriken

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