Tyranitar Guide: Builds and Best Items

The best guide on how to play Tyranitar 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, matchups, and more!

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Tyranitar Release Date	Tyranitar Builds

Tyranitar Latest Nerfs & Buffs (08/15)

Version 1.11.1.8 Patch Notes

Tyranitar Changes (August 15)
Stat Buff	• HP increased from 3150 ~ 8350 to 3150 ~ 8800 (Level 1 ~ 15)
Tyrannical Rampage	• Amount of energy required reduced by about 17%.

Tyranitar Stat Increases

Lvl	HP
5	3809 → 3868 (+1.5%)
10	5482 → 5685 (+3.7%)
15	8350 → 8800 (+5.4%)

Tyranitar Basic Info

Tyranitar
	Tier Rating: Role: All-Rounder Attack Type: Melee Damage Type: Physical Difficulty: Intermediate Cost: 14000 / 575
"Go on a rampage with this tyrannical Melee All-Rounder that’s ready to rock Aeos Island. Experience Ancient Power, and crush the competition!"

Pokemon Unite Tier List

Tyranitar Best Lanes

Top	Jungle	Bottom

Tips & Strategies for Every Lane

Strengths and Weaknesses

Strengths	Weaknesses
✔︎ Has execute moves. ✔︎ Deals passive area damage via Sand Stream. ✔︎ Low-cooldown moves.	✖︎ Slow scaling during the early to mid game.

Best Builds for Tyranitar

Tyranitar Builds
Ancient Power Build
Sand Tomb Build	-

Ancient Power Build

Ancient Power Build
Moveset			Held Items
Dark Pulse Ancient Power			Muscle Band Weakness Policy Focus Band
Battle Item
Full Heal
Item Effects (at Level 30)			Recommended Lane
Attack: +30 Defense: +30 Sp. Def: +30 Attack Speed: +7.50% HP: +210			Top Lane Jungle Bot Lane
Emblem Color Combination			Target Emblem Stats
Brown x6 White x6			Positive Stats: • HP • Attack 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.

Ancient Power Build Explanation

This build is centered on charging targets with Ancient Power and utilizing its effects, then stunning them using Dark Pulse.

• Muscle Band improves Tyranitar's attacks through increased attack damage and speed, which works perfectly during Tyrannical Rampage.
• Weakness Policy suits Tyranitar's frontline gameplay, increasing its damage as the Pokemon takes hits from opponents.
• Focus Band gives Tyranitar durability through increased defenses and acts as a survivability tool.
• Attack Weight can be a replacement for Muscle Band, providing Tyranitar with a large damage boost for its moves and attacks.
• Full Heal protects Tyranitar from stuns and disables, especially while attacking during Tyrannical Rampage.
• Eject Button or X Speed can also work for the build to give Tyranitar more mobility on top of Ancient Power.
• 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 HP to balance out Tyranitar's offense and defense.
• Sp. Atk., Sp. Def., and Defense can be freely traded for the other stats.

Ancient Power Build Damage Test

Items (@Lvl 30)	Ancient Power (Initial) (@ Lvl 15) Ancient Power (Shock Wave) (@ Lvl 15)	Dark Pulse (@ Lvl 15)
Muscle Band + Weakness Policy (4 stacks)	608 566	1456

Since the build is centered on Dark Pulse and Acient Power, equipping items that will maximize their damage is the ideal item combination. Focus Band is a core item for the build, leaving only two (2) items for consideration.

Out of all the item combinations, Muscle Band and Weakness Policy will be the best for the build. Although the item combination did not generate the highest damage results, Tyranitar will benefit from Muscle Band's attack damage and speed increase, and Weakness Policy's effects in the long run.

As for alternatives, replacing Muscle Band with Attack Weight would be the ideal choice. The item combination produced the best damage results, but it does require Tyranitar to fully stack Attack Weight first to maximize its damage output.

Sand Tomb Build

Sand Tomb Build
Moveset			Held Items
Stone Edge Sand Tomb			Attack Weight Weakness Policy Focus Band
Battle Item
Full Heal
Item Effects (at Level 30)			Recommended Lane
Attack: +33 Defense: +30 Sp. Def: +30 HP: +210			Top Lane Bot Lane
Emblem Color Combination			Target Emblem Stats
Brown x6 White x6			Positive Stats: • HP • Attack 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.

Sand Tomb Build Explanation

This build focuses on providing AoE damage and crowd control during teamfights via Stone Edge, Sand Tomb, and Sand Stream.

• Attack Weight provides Tyranitar with a large Attack stat boost, increasing its overall damage output.
• Weakness Policy works great with Sand Tomb's reduced damage effect, increasing Tyranitar's damage output as it tanks damage.
• Focus Band improves Tyranitar's durability and survivability, which pairs well with Sand Tomb's effects.
• Muscle Band can be a replacement for Attack Weight, improving Tyranitar's attacks via increased damage and attack speed.
• Aeos Cookie can also be a replacement for Weakness Policy, giving Tyranitar a large HP boost. However, it should always be paired with Attack Weight.
• Full Heal protects Tyranitar from stuns and disables, especially while inside Sand Tomb.
• Eject Button or X Speed can also work for the build to give Tyranitar more 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 HP to balance out Tyranitar's offense and defense.
• Sp. Atk., Sp. Def., and Defense can be freely traded for the other stats.

Sand Tomb Build Damage Test

Items (@Lvl 30)	Sand Tomb (DPS) (@ Lvl 15)	Stone Edge (Total) (@ Lvl 15)
Attack Weight (6 stacks) + Weakness Policy (4 stacks)	105	4692

Since the build is centered on Sand Tomb and Stone Edge, equipping items that will maximize their damage is the ideal item combination. Focus Band is a core item for the build, leaving only two (2) items for consideration.

As the results show, Weakness Policy and Attack Weight will be the best for the build. The item combination produced the highest damage results. However, Tyranitar needs to fully stack Attack Weight first to gain the full damage bonus.

As for alternatives, replacing Attack Weight with Muscle Band would be the best option. Muscle Band's effects helps Tyranitar brawl opponents while inside Sand Tomb and/or during Tyrannical Rampage.

Tyranitar Best Items & Moveset

Best Held Items

Item	Explanation
Attack Weight	Attack Weight provides Tyranitar with a large Attack stat boost, improving its damage output significantly.
Aeos Cookie	Aeos Cookie gives Tyranitar a massive HP boost, improving the Pokemon's durability.
Energy Amplifier	Energy Amplifier provides extra firepower for a short time after Tyranitar activates its Unite Move. It also increases its unite's move's recharge rate.
Focus Band	Focus Band gives Tyranitar extra protection when it engages in combat. It also gives the Pokemon extra survivability during the early game.
Muscle Band	Muscle Band increases Tyranitar's damage output when it deals Standard Attacks. The extra damage piled up with each attack will be significant and works well with Tyranitar's aggressive playstyle.
Weakness Policy	Weakness Policy perfectly suits Tyranitar's frontline gameplay, making the Pokemon stronger as it takes hits.

List of Held Items

Best Battle Items

Item	Explanation
Full Heal	Full Heal allows Tyranitar to continue attacking opponents by removing stuns and debuffs from the Pokemon.
Eject Button	Eject Button gives Tyranitar a quick and easy way to engage or disengage during combat.
X Speed	X Speed gives Tyranitar a more consistent way of increasing its mobility. This item makes up for Tyranitar's slow movement and lack of proper mobility moves.

List of Battle Items

Best Moveset

Move	Explanation
Dark Pulse	Dark Pulse is a low-cooldown damage move that can also disable targets. It also directly improves Ancient Power's effects.
Ancient Power	Ancient Power improves Tyranitar's mobility while also giving it a massive shield, making it useful in various scenarios. It also has a direct synergy with Dark Pulse.

This moveset ramps up Tyranitar's aggression, which better suits the Pokemon's frontline gameplay. Ancient Power allows Tyranitar to charge targets with increasing speed and a shield. It also stuns targets around the Pokemon and gives Tyranitar the ability to ignore opposing Pokemon's Defense and shield effects for a set time. Dark Pulse naturally goes well with Ancient Power since the move can prolong Ancient Power's effects.

Dark Pulse and Stone Edge are Tyranitar's primary damage moves. Dark Pulse deals lesser damage compared to Stone Edge but can stun targets and is simpler to use. Stone Edge, on the other hand, deals significantly more damage but is harder to use. It also doesn't stun targets.

Ancient Power and Sand Tomb are Tyranitar's utility moves. Both moves give Tyranitar the ability to ignore the Defense and shield effects of opposing Pokemon but differs in other aspects. Ancient Power also gives Tyranitar mobility and shielding. Meanwhile, Sand Tomb is a great crowd control move that slows targets and deals significantly more damage compared to Ancient Power.

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How to Play Tyranitar

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Change your Playstyle for Each Passive Ability
Get to Level 9 Quickly
Plan Ahead with Your Damaging Move
Get More Value with Sand Stream Using Moves
Take the Front Lines When Fully Evolved
Activate Tyrannical Rampage Mid-Combat

Change your Playstyle for Each Passive Ability

Ability	Effect	Playstyle
Guts	Increases Attack stat when triggered.	Get aggressive only while the effect lasts, disengage immediately once it expires.
Shed Skin	Removes status conditions and grants a shield.	Get aggressive once triggered but don't overextend.
Sand Stream	Increases defenses and deals overtime damage around Tyranitar.	Get aggressive once triggered and stick to your targets.

Since your passive ability changes as you evolve, you also need to change how you play for each evolution stage to make the most out of them. All of Tyranitar's moves have a unique effect and mechanic that makes them more effective. Read their descriptions thoroughly to understand their effects and mechanics so you can fully utilize them in games.

Get to Level 9 Quickly

Tyranitar's final evolution happens when you reach level 9. This will be the time that Tyranitar will get its power-spike as it will learn its next set of move upgrades, making Tyranitar a late-game Pokemon. It is important that you seek out and farm all the Wild Pokemon during the early game.

Take the Jungle

The safest and most efficient way to reach level 9 quickly is by taking the jungler role for the team, allowing you to get all exp. in the central area. However, you still do need to be careful and not be too aggressive when you rotate to lanes to help your allies. Your main priority should still be to reach level 9 as fast as possible.

Jungle Guide and Best Junglers

Secure the First Regieleki Spawn

Since you are racing towards level 9, getting the first Regieleki spawn is top priority. When captured, it will give you and your allies extra EXP to reach higher levels and puts pressure on the enemy's top lane.

Regieleki Guide: How to Steal and Buffs

Plan Ahead with Your Damaging Move

Since you will depend on Rock Polish for the whole early to mid-game, picking either Dark Pulse or Stone Edge as your move upgrade will be key in how Tyranitar will be able to act once it fully evolves. Both moves offer similar, melee-ranged damage, but have key differences that can be beneficial in certain situations.

Get More Damage with Stone Edge

Because Tryanitar stands in place when it uses the move, Stone Edge is not as versatile compared to Dark Pulse. However, once activated, you will be able to use the move an additional two times with each subsequent activation having an increased radius, giving it a higher damage potential. Combine this with Sand Stream, and you will be able to continuously trigger the sand storm as you activate Stone Edge multiple times.

Stone Edge: Tyranitar Move Effect and Cooldown

Get Stuns and Mobility with Dark Pulse

Dark Pulse offers more maneuverability since you can still control Tyranitar while the move is in effect. This also gives you a chance to increase the size of the area of effect and hit more enemies.

Like Bite, Dark Pulse can stun targets when their HP reaches a certain threshold. This gives you a bit more time to deal damage to opponents once you get in range.

Dark Pulse: Tyranitar Move Effect and Cooldown

Get More Value with Sand Stream Using Moves

Once Tyranitar fully evolves, it will have access to its premier move, Sand Stream. The passive ability allows you to generate a sand storm around Tyranitar that will deal continuous damage to all enemies within it. It will trigger every time you use a move. Fortunately, Tyranitar will also learn its next move upgrade together with Sand Stream, which allows you to get more value out of the activation with stuns and an increase in mobility.

Sand Stream: Tyranitar Passive Effect and Cooldown

Affect a Wider Area with Sand Tomb

Sand Tomb covers a large area with a sand storm. Combine this with Sand Stream, and you will get a zone that will surely give opponents a hard time getting out without a scratch. Moreover, the move allows Tyranitar to quickly jump to the targeted area, making it a great initiating move that can pressure grouped enemies.

Sand Tomb: Tyranitar Move Effect and Cooldown

Get Consistent Triggers with Ancient Power

Ancient Power gives Tyranitar more flexibility when you want to get consistent Sand Stream triggers. Note that the move's cooldown will continue as you trigger its second activation. Charging the move will allow Tyranitar to have an increase in movement speed and hindrance resistance, making it great for pushing through the enemy team and getting a good position before creating a sand storm.

Ancient Power: Tyranitar Move Effect and Cooldown

Take the Front Lines When Fully Evolved

Once Tyranitar fully evolves and learns all of its moves, it will be more capable of facing the opposing team head-on. Most of its moves will provide the Pokemon with extra defenses if chained properly, making the front lines the best place to put Tyranitar.

Effectively Defend or Attack Goal Zones

Because of Tyranitar's Sand Stream ability covering a large area, it is great for pushing lanes, especially if it is supported properly. Additionally, Sand Stream is also effective for preventing opponents from scoring thanks to Sand Stream. Once triggered, opponents will have a hard time scoring goals because of the continuous damage the sand storm deals.

Lead the Charge Against Objectives

While Tyranitar is more than capable of taking on objectives solo, it is still best to lead your team when securing objectives. Whether it's taking Regieleki or pushing lanes, staying in front and making space for your team to set up their moves should be your gameplay.

Activate Tyrannical Rampage Mid-Combat

Make sure to set up all your moves first before activating Tyrannical Rampage. This way, you can focus on spamming attacks while also having Sand Stream in effect. Note that, while Tyrannical Rampage is active, you will still be able to use your moves. Use them in conjunction with Standard Attacks to get Sand Stream triggers and maximize your damage output!

Tyrannical Rampage: Tyranitar Move Effect and Cooldown

Aim for Low HP Opponents

Tyrannical Rampage has a special effect where you can instantly knock down an opponent if their HP reaches a certain threshold. Once activated, opposing Pokemon near you will have bars in their HP that indicates the amount to trigger the move's effect. To get the best value, make sure to whittle down the enemy's HP first with moves and Sand Stream.

Tyranitar Progression and Leveling Guide

Top or Bottom Lane Guide

Level 1 to 5

• Secure as many Wild Pokemon as you can and get EXP to reach level 5.
• Once at level 5, learn either Dark Pulse or Stone Edge.
• Continue to farm wild Pokemon and level up, defend the lane, score points, and knock out opponents.

Level 6 to 9

• Continue to farm wild Pokemon, defend the lane, score points, and knock out opponents to level up.
• Help your allies secure Regieleki and/or Regice, Registeel, or Regirock.
• Once at level 9, learn Ancient Power if you selected Dark Pulse, or Sand Tomb if you selected Stone Edge, and get Tyrannical Rampage to have all moves.

Level 10+

• Continue to farm and level up.
• Stick with allies to defend or push lanes, secure objectives, and win teamfights.
• Reach at least level 13 on or before Rayquaza spawns for a full-upgraded moveset.
• Help your allies win a team fight and secure Rayquaza.
• After securing Rayquaza, just score points to gain the score lead, then immediately return to base and just defend the remaining goal zones until the match ends.

Jungle Guide

Level 1 to 5

• Clear the first wave of jungle camps and level up to level 5 with the help of Thunder Shock and Thunder Wave.
• Once at level 5, learn either Dark Pulse or Stone Edge.
• Help the top or bottom lane by securing the Altaria and Swablu camps, knocking out opponents, and scoring points.

Level 6 to 9

• Clear the second wave of jungle camps and continue to level up.
• At the 8:00 minute mark, go to the center of the map and secure the Altaria and Swablu camps.
• At the 7:20 minute mark, go to the bottom lane and help secure the Altaria and Swablu camps, knock out opponents, and score points.
• Once at level 9, learn Ancient Power if you selected Dark Pulse, or Sand Tomb if you selected Stone Edge, and get Tyrannical Rampage.
• At the 7:00 minute mark, help allies secure Regice, Registeel, or Regirock.
• Afterwards, try to secure Regieleki on the top lane if it's still there.

Level 10+

• Stick with allies to defend or push lanes, secure objectives, and win teamfights.
• Reach at least level 13 on or before Rayquaza spawns for a fully-upgraded moveset.
• Help your allies win a team fight and secure Rayquaza.
• After securing Rayquaza, just score points to gain the score lead, then immediately return to base and just defend the remaining goal zones until the match ends.

Tyranitar Combos

Rock Smack Combo

Rock Smack Combo
► (Boosted Attack) ► ► ~
Rock Polish ► Standard Attack (Boosted Attack) ► Bite ► Standard Attack ~
This is Tyranitar's early game combo for bursting down over extending opponents. Start by having your boosted attack ready. Then, engage the target with a Rock Polish. Once you are close, use your boosted attack to deal increased damage. Activate Bite to stun the target in place. Proceed to bombard the target with Standard Attacks.

Upgraded Rock Smack Combo

Upgraded Rock Smack Combo
► (Boosted Attack) ► ► ~
Rock Polish ► Standard Attack (Boosted Attack) ► Dark Pulse ► Standard Attack ~
This is similar to the Rock Smack combo but uses Dark Pulse to deal more damage. Start by having your boosted attack ready. Then, engage the target with a Rock Polish. Once you are close, use your boosted attack to deal increased damage. Activate Dark Pulse to stun the target in place while also keeping close. Proceed to bombard the target with Standard Attacks.

Ancient Power Charge Combo

Ancient Power Charge Combo
► ► ► x3
Ancient Power ► Dark Pulse ► Ancient Power ► Standard Attack x3
This is an initiator combo great for singling out a target and bursting them down quickly. Start by increasing your movement speed and getting hindrance resistance with Ancient Power. Charge the move until you get close to a target. Once you do, release the charge and then activate Dark Pulse. Use Ancient Power's second activation after that. Proceed to bombard the target with Standard Attacks.

Endless Sand Stream Combo

Endless Sand Stream Combo
► ► x2 ► (Second Activation) ► (Second Activation) ► x2 ► (Third Activation) ►Repeat
Ancient Power ► Stone Edge ► Standard Attack x2 ► Ancient Power (Second Activation) ► Stone Edge (Second Activation) ► Standard Attack x2 ► Stone Edge (Third Activation) ►Repeat
This combo takes advantage of Sand Stream and keeps it active by continuously using moves. Start by increasing your movement speed and getting hindrance resistance with Ancient Power. Charge the move until you get close to a target. Once you do, release the charge and then activate Stone Edge the first time to keep the sand storm going. Use Ancient Power's second activation after that and deal with at least two (2) Standard Attacks. Use Stone Edge's second activation to trigger another sand storm and continue dealing damage with Standard Attacks. When Sand Stream is about to end, activate Stone Edge's third and final activation. Repeat the combo until you decimate the opponents or your health falls dangerously low.

Ultimate Tyranical Sand Storm Combo

Ultimate Tyranical Sand Storm Combo
► ► ► or ► x3
Sand Tomb ► Tyrannical Rampage ► Sand Tomb ► Dark Pulse or Stone Edge x3 ► Standard Attack x3
This is a team fight combo that is great for securing objectives where teams usually clash. Start by jumping toward the enemy team with Sand Tomb. Then, immediately activate Tyrannical Rampage. Before attacking, use Sand Tomb's second activation to pull targets towards you and activate either Dark Pulse or Stone Edge. Proceed to attack all targets in sight with Standard Attacks.

Matchups & Counters for Tyranitar

Tyranitar Matchups

Matchup Notes
Hard Counter	Even Matchup	Easy Matchup
1. The chart is based on our own experience playing Tyranitar. 2. Pokemon within each tier are unordered 3. Any Pokemon not shown here are still under investigation.

Hard Counter with Disables

Tyranitar has high endurance and damage, making it a well-balanced Pokemon. Pokemon that can tank its damage and disrupt its attacks or moves are the ideal counters for Tyranitar.

Best Counters

Pokemon	Explanation
Slowbro	Rating: ★★★★★ • Can disrupt Tyranitar's attacks or moves using Surf, Telekinesis, and Slowbeam. • Can slow Tyranitar while also deal considerable damage using Scald. • Can tank a lot of Tyranitar's damage with the help of Amnesia.
Mamoswine	Rating: ★★★★★ • Can disrupt Tyranitar's attacks or moves using any of its moves and Boosted Attack. • Can tank a lot of Tyranitar's damage thanks to Thick Fat.
Mr. Mime	Rating: ★★★★ • Can disrupt Tyranitar's attacks or moves using any of its moves and Boosted Attacks. • Can weaken and slow Tyranitar while healing itself using Power Swap.

Even Matchups for Tyranitar

Tyranitar can get the upper hand against these Pokemon as long as it can stay on top of them and hit them with its moves, attacks, and Sand Stream.

Close the Gap

Ranged, Fragile Pokemon with High Damage
How to Beat
• These Pokemon prefer to keep their distance from opponents when fighting. They also have high damage potential that can be dangerous for Tyranitar. However, they are fragile and can get knocked out by Tyranitar fast once it gets close. • When using Ancient Power, just head straight for them but make sure to hit them with the stun, then follow up with Dark Pulse or Stone Edge and attacks to finish them off. • When using Sand Tomb, use it to leap towards their location and slow them, then utilize the move's second activation to keep them inside the cloud of dust. Tyranitar can also follow up with Dark Pulse or Stone Edge after leaping. • If needed, use Tyrannical Rampage to quickly take them out with powerful attacks.

Use Tyrannical Rampage

All-Rounders
How to Beat
• Much like Tyranitar, these Pokemon excel in close combat and rely mostly on their attacks or combos to deal damage. They are also durable enough to tank Tyranitar's damage. However, Tyranitar can overpower them with the help of Tyrannical Rampage. • Once they're committed to fighting, activate Tyrannical Rampage and pummel them down with attacks. • Use Ancient Power or Sand Tomb and Dark Pulse or Stone Edge to quickly deplete their HP to a point where Tyrannical Rampage's execute mechanic can trigger and instantly knock them out.

Catch Them With Ancient Power or Sand Tomb

High-mobility Pokemon with Burst Damage
How to Beat
• These Pokemon are incredibly agile and deal high burst damage. However, they can easily fall to Tyranitar if it catches them with its moves. • Use Ancient Power or Sand Tomb to catch them as they go in for their burst damage, then follow up with Dark Pulse or Stone Edge and attacks to finish them off.

Group Up with Allies

Highly Durable Pokemon
How to Beat
• These Pokemon are extremely durable, making it difficult for Tyranitar to take them down alone. With that, it's best to group up with allies to bring them down with the help of Tyranitar. • When using Ancient Power, just head straight for them but make sure to hit them with the stun, then follow up with Dark Pulse or Stone Edge and attacks to deplete their HP. • When using Sand Tomb, use it to leap towards their location and slow them, then utilize the move's second activation to keep them inside the cloud of dust. Tyranitar can also follow up with Dark Pulse or Stone Edge after leaping.

Easy Matchups for Tyranitar

With its high defenses and hard hitting moves, Tyranitar is capable of beating down these Pokemon with ease - assuming it gets close enough. Take advantage of the mobility from Sand Tomb or Ancient Power to get close to them and get in constant Sand Stream hits.

Close the Gap

Ranged, Fragile Pokemon with High Damage
How to Beat
• These Pokemon prefer to keep their distance from opponents when fighting. They also have high damage potential that can be dangerous for Tyranitar. However, they are fragile and can get knocked out by Tyranitar fast once it gets close. • When using Ancient Power, just head straight for them but make sure to hit them with the stun, then follow up with Dark Pulse or Stone Edge and attacks to finish them off. • When using Sand Tomb, use it to leap towards their location and slow them, then utilize the move's second activation to keep them inside the cloud of dust. Tyranitar can also follow up with Dark Pulse or Stone Edge after leaping. • If needed, use Tyrannical Rampage to quickly take them out with powerful attacks.

Take Them Out First

Supporters
How to Beat
• These Pokemon usually stick with their allies and rarely venture alone. Although they themselves pose no threat to Tyranitar, their support capabilities makes them valuable during fights. It's best to take them out first to remove their team's support. • When using Ancient Power, just head straight for them but make sure to hit them with the stun, then follow up with Dark Pulse or Stone Edge and attacks to finish them off. • When using Sand Tomb, use it to leap towards their location and slow them, then utilize the move's second activation to keep them inside the cloud of dust. Tyranitar can also follow up with Dark Pulse or Stone Edge after leaping. • If needed, use Tyrannical Rampage to quickly take them out with powerful attacks.

Best Teammates for Tyranitar

Pokemon	Explanation
Azumarill Pikachu Wigglytuff	Early Game Dominance
	Pokemon that scale early on or doesn't evolve can give Tyranitar space to level up and reach its power spike as fast as possible. They can apply enough pressure in lanes at the start of the game to keep opponents from gaining a significant level advantage later on and stop any momentum they have. They can also speed up Tyranitar's leveling by helping the Pokemon knock out enemies and score points. Moreover, once Tyranitar reaches level 9, they can then use moves like Volt Tackle and Sing to set up for Tyranitar's own moves, especially Tyrannical Rampage.
Mr. Mime Snorlax Tsareena	Aggressive Frontliners
	Pokemon with an aggressive gameplay and can accompany Tyranitar in the frontlines takes some burden off of the Pokemon. They can take some of the enemy's attention away from Tyranitar and towards them all while contributing damage and disabling moves like Confusion and Heavy Slam for the team.
Gardevoir Gengar Urshifu	Pokemon with High Burst Damage
	Since Tyrannical Rampage enables Tyranitar to execute low-HP targets, Pokemon that can quickly deal huge amounts of damage will definitely help the Pokemon a lot when it uses its Unite Move. A single hit from moves like Future Sight and Wicked Blow should be enough to bring down a target's HP below the threshold or at least low enough for Tyranitar to finish it off with a few hits.
Blissey	Dedicated Supporter
	Having a dedicated supporter for Tyranitar is benefitial for the Pokemon for the entirety of the match. Healing moves like Soft-Boiled can alleviate Tyranitar's early game burden by keeping it alive and allowing it to farm continuously. On the other hand, moves that gives buffs like Helping Hand improves Tyranitar's efficiency during Tyrannical Rampage, allowing the Pokemon to knock out targets faster.

Tyranitar Moves

Move Slot 1 (R)

Bite (Lv. 1 or 3)	Move Type: Melee Damage Type: Physical Cooldown: 5s Starting Damage: 579 Final Damage: 662
Deals damage to opposing Pokemon in front of the user. If an opposing Pokemon's HP is below a set percentage - or falls below that percentage as a result of this move - that Pokemon becomes unable to move for a short time.
Dark Pulse (Lv. 5) Upgrade Lv. 11	Move Type: Area Damage Type: Physical Cooldown: 5s Starting Damage: 698 Bonus damage: 209 Final Damage: 1307 Bonus damage: 393
Has the user exhale a mist of darkness in a horizontal sweeping motion, dealing damage to any opposing Pokemon it hits. If an opposing Pokemon's remaining HP is below a set percentage - or falls below that percentage as a result of this move- that Pokemon becomes unable to move for a short time. If this move hits an opposing Pokemon again within a set amount of time, it deals additional damage. If this move is used while the user's piercing strength has been increased by Ancient Power, the user can ignore opposing Pokemon's Defense and shield effects for a longer duration. Upgrade: Reduces this move's cooldown.
Stone Edge (Lv. 5) Upgrade Lv. 11	Move Type: Area Damage Type: Physical Cooldown: 8s Starting Damage: 1959 Damage per instance (Short range): 653, Damage per instance (Long range): 502, Number of instances: 3 Final Damage: 3842 Damage per instance (Short range): 1281, Damage per instance (Long range): 986, Number of instances: 3
Deals damage to opposing the Pokemon in the area of effect, dealing more damage the closer the opposing Pokemon are to the user. This move can be used up to 3 times within a set amount of time, with the area of effect widening each time it's used. Upgrade: Increases the damage dealt by this move

Move Slot 2 (ZR)

Rock Polish (Lv. 1 or 3)	Move Type: Dash Damage Type: Physical Cooldown: 8s Starting Damage: 494 Final Damage: 526
Has the user charge ahead in the designated direction, dealing damage to any opposing Pokemon it hits. If this move hits any opposing Pokemon. the user's Attack is increased for a short time.
Ancient Power (Lv. 9) Upgrade Lv. 13	Move Type: Buff Damage Type: Physical Cooldown: 11s Starting Damage: 716 Initial damage: 370, Second Shock wave damage: 346 Final Damage: 1036 Initial damage: 540, Second Shock wave damage: 498
Charges power before releasing a shock wave. The shock wave deals damage to nearby opposing Pokemon and leaves them unable to act for a short time. While the user is charging power, its movement speed increases, it gains a shield, and it becomes resistant to hindrances. If any opposing Pokemon are hit by the shock wave, the user's piercing strength increases, allowing it to ignore opposing Pokemon's Defense and shield effects for a set time. If this move hits an opposing Pokemon the user can release a second shock wave in front of itself, dealing damage to opposing Pokemon and decreasing their movement speed for a short time. If this second shock wave hits, the user is granted another shield. The strength of this shield is proportional to the number of opposing Pokemon hit by the second shock wave, reaching maximum shield strength if 3 Pokemon are hit. Upgrade: Strengthens the effect of the shields granted by this move.
Sand Tomb (Lv. 9) Upgrade Lv. 13	Move Type: Hindrance Damage Type: Physical Cooldown: 10s Starting Damage: 192 Leap damage: 192, Damage per instance: 56, Number of instances: 12 Final Damage: 291 Leap damage: 291, Damage per instance: 83, Number of instances: 12
Has the user move in the designated direction in a single bound, dealing damage to any opposing Pokemon it hits while leaping and leaving them unable to act for a short time. When the user lands, the shock from landing creates a cloud of dust at the point of impact that deals damage over time and decreases the movement speed of opposing Pokemon within the area of effect. If this move is used again while the user is in the cloud of dust, opposing Pokemon in front of the user will be pulled closer to it. Furthermore, while the user is in the cloud of dust, it takes reduced damage and can ignore the Defense and shield effects of opposing Pokemon. Upgrade: Increases the length of time the cloud of dust remains at the point of impact.

Unite Moves (ZL)

Tyrannical Rampage (Lv. 9)

Move Type: Buff Damage Type: Physical Cooldown: 112s Starting Damage: 821 Final Damage: 1199

Has the user explode with anger and go on a rampage, increasing its movement speed for a short time. If the user is affected by a hindrance, it will return to normal faster than usual. While the user is rampaging, its basic attack pattern changes and the attacks deal increased damage. If a Pokemon on the opposing team is hit by these basic attacks when their HP is below a set percentage, it is immediately knocked out.

Standard Attack

Standard Attack	Becomes a boosted attack every 3 attacks, dealing increased damage when it hits.

Ability (Passive)

Guts	Larvitar When the Pokemon receives a certain amount of damage, its Attack increases for a short time. The Ability goes on cooldown after it's triggered.

Shed Skin	Pupitar When the Pokemon receives a certain amount of damage, all of its status conditions are nullified and it is granted a shield. This Ability goes on cooldown after it's triggered.

Sand Stream	Tyranitar Summons a sandstorm around the Pokemon for a short time after it uses a move. This increases the Pokemon's Defense and Sp. Def and deals damage to nearby opposing Pokemon.

Tyranitar Stats & Evolutions

Tyranitar Evolutions

1st Evolution	2nd Evolution	Final Evolution
Larvitar (Lv. 1)	Pupitar (Lv. 5)	Tyranitar (Lv. 9)

Tyranitar Stats

Level	HP	Defense	Special Defense	Attack Damage
1	3150	90	70	150
2	3231	96	74	155
3	3328	103	79	161
4	3445	111	85	168
5	3868	142	108	193
6	4036	154	117	203
7	4238	169	128	215
8	4480	187	141	229
9	5336	249	187	279
10	5685	274	206	300
11	6104	304	229	325
12	6606	340	256	355
13	7209	384	289	391
14	7932	437	328	434
15	8800	500	375	485

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

Tyranitar In-Game Stat Listings

Offense	Endurance	Mobility	Scoring	Support

Tyranitar Skins (Holowear)

Holowear
Tuxedo Style Zirco Trading: 1200	Hip-Hop Style Event: UNITE Club Membership
Pokebuki Style Event: Season 18 Battle Pass

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Tyranitar Character Spotlight

Tyranitar Achievements

Dark Pulse Achievement

Dark Pulse
Pokemon	Move
Tyranitar	Dark Pulse
Mission: Hit 2 or more Pokemon from the opposing team at the same time with a single usage of Dark Pulse or Dark Pulse+. (10/20/40 times)
Medals & Points	Rewards
Beginner 5	Aeos Ticket x100
Expert 5	Aeos Coin x300
Master 10	Holowear Ticket x3

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Top 5 Master Rank Picks & Win Rate

All data is based on Season 18 Master Rank Top 100. Last Updated: April 16, 2024

Pokemon	Tier	Most Played %	Average Win %
Meowscarada		10.2%	71.33%
Zoroark		8.5%	73.80%
Miraidon		6.8%	81%
Mew		6.8%	76.50%
Hoopa		6.8%	76%

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