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Galarian Rapidash Guide: Best Builds and Moveset

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The best guide on how to play Galarian Rapidash in Pokemon UNITE for Nintendo Switch and Mobile. Check here for Galarian Rapidash best build, its price, cost, and role, Held and Battle items, moveset and skills, as well as the latest nerfs, buffs, counters, matchups, and more!

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Galarian Rapidash Latest Nerfs & Buffs (2/13)

Version 1.17.2.11 Patch Notes

Galarian Rapidash Changes (February 13)
Pastel Veil Image
Pastel Veil
• Shield amount decreased by 20%.
• Effect granted changed from Unstoppable to Hindrance Resistance.
• Psychic Counter accumulation speed reduced by 50%.
Standard Attack Image
Standard Attack
• Damage decreased by 10%.
Dazzling Gleam Image
Dazzling Gleam
• Damage decreased by 15%.
• Movement speed increase upon hitting an opponent decreased by 33%.
Smart Strike Image
Smart Strike
• Duration of inability to act:changed from 0.8s to 1s.
Fairy Wind Image
Fairy Wind
• Reduced the bonus damage granted by Pastel Veil.
• Increased damage when movement speed is low.
• The total damage when the movement speed is sufficiently high remains unchanged.
Agility Image
Agility
• HP recovery changed from 2% of max HP every 0.5s to 2% of lost HP every 0.5s.

Standard Attack

1.17.2.11 Damage decreased by 10%.

Pastel Veil

1.17.2.11 Shield amount decreased by 20%. Effect granted changed from Unstoppable to Hindrance Resistance. Psychic Counter accumulation speed reduced by 50%.

Dazzling Gleam

1.17.2.11 Damage decreased by 15%. Movement speed increase upon hitting an opponent decreased by 33%.

Smart Strike

1.17.2.11 Duration of inability to act:changed from 0.8s to 1s.

Fairy Wind

1.17.2.11 Reduced the bonus damage granted by Pastel Veil. Increased damage when movement speed is low. The total damage when the movement speed is sufficiently high remains unchanged.

Agility

1.17.2.11 Agility +: HP recovery changed from 2% of max HP every 0.5s to 2% of lost HP every 0.5s.

Galarian Rapidash Basic Info

Galarian Rapidash
Galarian Rapidash.jpg
Tier Rating: SS Rank Icon

Role: Speedster
Attack Type: Ranged
Damage Type: Special
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cost:
"Stampede through the battlefield with dazzling speed with this galloping Speedster!"

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Galarian Rapidash Best Lanes

Top Icon.pngTop Jungle Icon.pngJungle Bot Icon.pngBottom
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Tips & Strategies for Every Lane

Galarian Rapidash Price and Cost

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Pokemon UNITE - Tinkaton License.pngUNITE License: Galarian Rapidash
Aeos Coin Icon 13,000
Aeos Gems 790

As of February 6, 2024, Galarian Rapidash is now purchasable for 13,000 Aeos Coins or 790 Aeos Gems . This comes two (2) weeks after the Pokemon was released and was only obtainable via the Galarian Rapidash Event Pass.

Strengths and Weaknesses

Strengths Weaknesses
✔︎ High mobility
✔︎ Strong area moves
✔︎ Can generate a shield and become Unstoppable
✖︎ Heavily relies on movement speed

Best Builds for Galarian Rapidash

Galarian Rapidash Builds
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Agility Build

Agility Build
Pokemon UNITE - Best Build Icon
Moveset Held Items
Battle Item
Item Effects
(at Level 30)
Recommended Lane
Sp. Atk: +93
HP: +210
Cooldown: -4.50%
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:
HP
Sp. Atk
Movement Speed
Free Negative Stats:
Attack
Defense
Sp. Def
Critical-Hit Rate
Note:
The emblem color and stats here are suggestions only. The builds are still viable even without the suggested emblems.

Agility Build Explanation

This build utilizes the buff from Agility to allow Galarian Rapidash to run around the battlefield while damaging opponents with either Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Wind. By default, Dazzling Gleam is selected for the build due to its low cooldown and ease of use. However, Fairy Wind will also work as it deals more damage and can stun opponents, but it is harder to execute.

  • Slick Spoon gives Galarian Rapidash HP and more Sp. Atk., and the ability to ignore a portion of the opponent's Sp. Def.
  • Choice Specs gives Galarian Rapidash more Sp. Atk. and adds a nice flat amount of damage to its moves.
  • Shell Bell further increases Galarian Rapidash's Sp. Atk. and gives it a bit of cooldown reduction and healing.
  • Wise Glasses can be a replacement Shell Bell for a full-on damage build.
  • X Speed allows Galarian Rapidash to maintain a high movement speed to help it gain Pastel Veil stacks.
  • The build's Boost Emblem loadout should consist of 6 Green Emblems for more damage and 7 Black Emblems additional cooldown reduction. This can be achieved by having at least three (3) Emblems that are both Green and Black.
  • Equip Emblems that improve Sp. Atk., Movement Speed, or HP to further boost Galarian Rapidash's damage and durability.
  • Attack, Critical-Hit Rate, Sp. Def., and Defense can be freely traded for the other stats.

Agility Build Damage Test

Items
(Level 30)
Dazzling Gleam
(@ Lvl 15)
Fairy Wind
(@ Lvl 15)
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Slick Spoon
+
Shell Bell
1605
(Outer Edge)
1341
(Total)

Since the build is centered on Agility and Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Wind, equipping items that will maximize Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Wind's damage is the ideal item combination.

Out of all the item combinations, Choice Specs, Slick Spoon, and Shell Bell will be the best for the build. Although it did not generate the highest results, it still does decent damage, but the cooldown reduction and healing from Shell Bell adds more value to the build than just pure damage.

As for alternatives, replacing Shell Bell with Wise Glasses would be the ideal choice. The item combination deals the most damage.

These damage tests are conducted in Practice Mode with Goodra as the Training Partner. The Pokemon is set to level 15 and has no items equipped. The results are taken by substracting the Pokemon's max HP and its HP after taking damage.

Note:
The numbers in bold are the highest result for a specific test.
Items
(Level 30)
Dazzling Gleam
(@ Lvl 15)
Fairy Wind
(@ Lvl 15)
Wise Glasses
+
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Slick Spoon
1713
(Outer Edge)
1431
(Total)
Wise Glasses
+
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Shell Bell
1492
(Outer Edge)
1325
(Total)
Wise Glasses
+
Slick Spoon
+
Shell Bell
1450
(Outer Edge)
1171
(Total)
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Slick Spoon
+
Shell Bell
1605
(Outer Edge)
1341
(Total)

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

Smart Strike Build

Smart Strike Build
Moveset Held Items
Battle Item
Item Effects
(at Level 30)
Recommended Lane
Sp. Atk: +93
HP: +210
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:
HP
Sp. Atk
Movement Speed
Free Negative Stats:
Attack
Defense
Sp. Def
Critical-Hit Rate
Note:
The emblem color and stats here are suggestions only. The builds are still viable even without the suggested emblems.

Smart Strike Build Explanation

This build revolves around bursting down single targets using Smart Strike and Dazzling Gleam.

  • Choice Specs gives Galarian Rapidash more Sp. Atk. and adds a nice flat amount of damage to its moves.
  • Slick Spoon gives Galarian Rapidash HP and more Sp. Atk., and the ability to ignore a portion of the opponent's Sp. Def.
  • Sp. Atk. Specs provides a large flat amount of Sp. Atk. when fully stacked, increasing Galarian Rapidash's overall damage output.
  • Wise Glasses can be a replacement for Sp. Atk. Specs for a damage item that doesn't require stacking.
  • X Speed allows Galarian Rapidash to maintain a high movement speed to help it gain Pastel Veil stacks.
  • The build's Boost Emblem loadout should consist of 6 Green Emblems for more damage and 7 Black Emblems additional cooldown reduction. This can be achieved by having at least three (3) Emblems that are both Green and Black.
  • Equip Emblems that improve Sp. Atk., Movement Speed, or HP to further boost Galarian Rapidash's damage and durability.
  • Attack, Critical-Hit Rate, Sp. Def., and Defense can be freely traded for the other stats.

Smart Strike Build Damage Test

Items
(Level 30)
Smart Strike
(@ Lvl 15)
Dazzling Gleam
(@ Lvl 15)
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Slick Spoon
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
765 1748
(Outer Edge)

Since the build is centered on bursting down targets with Smart Strike and Dazzling Gleam, equipping items that will maximize their damage is the ideal item combination.

Out of all the item combinations, Choice Specs, Slick Spoon, and Sp. Atk. Specs will be the best for the build. The items combination generated the highest damage results. However, it does require Galarian Rapidash to fully stack Sp. Atk. Specs to gain the full benefit.

As for alternatives, replacing Sp. Atk. Specs with Wise Glasses would be the best option. The item combination produced the second best results but doesn't require any item to be stacked.

These damage tests are conducted in Practice Mode with Goodra as the Training Partner. The Pokemon is set to level 15 and has no items equipped. The results are taken by substracting the Pokemon's max HP and its HP after taking damage.

Note:
The numbers in bold are the highest result for a specific test.
Items
(Level 30)
Smart Strike
(@ Lvl 15)
Dazzling Gleam
(@ Lvl 15)
Wise Glasses
+
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Slick Spoon
749 1713
(Outer Edge)
Wise Glasses
+
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
758 1730
(Outer Edge)
Wise Glasses
+
Slick Spoon
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
546 1580
(Outer Edge)
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Slick Spoon
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
765 1748
(Outer Edge)

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

Galarian Rapidash Best Items & Moveset

Best Held Items

Item Explanation
Sp. Atk. Specs.pngSp. Atk. Specs Sp. Atk. Specs provides Galarian Rapidash a large flat amount of Sp. Atk., increasing its overall damage output.
Wise Glasses.pngWise Glasses Wise Glasses provides Galarian Rapidash with a large amount of Sp. Atk. thanks to its percentage bonus.
Shell Bell.pngShell Bell Shell Bell gives Galarian Rapidash Sp. Atk., a bit of cooldown reduction, and healing.
Choice Specs.pngChoice Specs Choice Specs gives Galarian Rapidash a decent amount of Sp. Atk. and increases its minimum move damage.
Slick Spoon.pngSlick Spoon Slick Spoon gives Galarian Rapidash HP and Sp. Atk., and the ability to ignore a portion of the opponent's Sp. Def, leading to more damage as a result.

Held Item Tier List

Best Battle Items

Item Explanation
X Speed.pngX Speed X Speed allows Galarian Rapidash to maintain a high movement speed to help it gain Pastel Veil stacks and fill up its gauge.

Battle Item Tier List

Best Moveset

Move Explanation
Dazzling Gleam ImageDazzling Gleam Dazzling Gleam is a low-cooldown, area-of-effect move that's also incredibly easy to use.
Agility ImageAgility Agility significantly improves Galarian Rapidash's mobility and makes it easier for the Pokemon to build up Pastel Veil stacks.

This moveset makes Galarian Rapidash a complete menace in the battlefield and is incredibly easy to execute.

Dazzling Gleam deals a decent amount of damage in an area around Galarian Rapidash, but due to its low cooldown, the move can be used frequently, which translates to more damage.

Agility gives Galarian Rapidash exceptional mobility, allowing the Pokemon to quickly go in and out of fights all while spamming Dazzlling Gleam. It also makes it faster for Galarian Rapidash to gain Pastel Veil stacks.

Which Moveset Do You Think is Best for Galarian Rapidash?

Dazzling Gleam & Smart Strike 19
Votes
Dazzling Gleam & Agility 52
Votes
Fairy Wind & Smart Strike 2
Votes
Fairy Wind & Agility 6
Votes

Let us know why in the comments!

How to Play Galarian Rapidash

Reach Level 7 Fast

Galarian Rapidash's power spike starts when it reaches level 7 and learns both of its primary moves. While in the early game, it's best to focus on leveling up and reaching level 7 as fast as possible.

Utilize Confusion and Tackle to secure wild Pokemon and get early knockouts, but make sure not to overextend.

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Keep Moving to Build Pastel Veil Stacks

Galarian Rapidash gets a lot of its survivability from its ability, Pastel Veil. The only way to build up Pastel Veil and trigger its effects is by continuously running around. Once at 10 stacks, the ability grants Galarian Rapidash a shield and makes it more resistant to hindrances while the shield remains.

Moreover, it's important to note that the faster Galarian Rapidash can run the faster it can build Pastel Veil stacks, so keeping a high movement speed will be paramount to the Pokemon's impact.

With this in mind, always try to trigger Pastel Veil as often as possible when fighting as Galarian Rapidash will be more effective with the ability's effects.

Pastel Veil: Galarian Rapidash Passive Effect and Cooldown

Deal Bonus Damage by Increasing Movement Speed

Pastel Veil also allows Galarian Rapidash to deal bonus damage using its moves based on its movement speed.

Using X Speed, moves that increase Galarian Rapidash's movement speed, the speed flux zones, or green berries are some of the ways the Pokemon can increase its movement speed and deal bonus damage.

Use Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Wind While Agility is Active

When using Agility, it's best to run around the battlefield while hitting opponents with Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Wind. This will be Galarian Rapidash's gameplay if it learns Agility as one of its moves.

Constantly hitting opponents with moves while Agility is active will prolong the move's duration, allowing Galarian Rapidash to maintain its high movement speed.

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Set Up Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Wind with Smart Strike

Smart Strike is a great move to set up Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Wind since Galarian Rapidash pounces on the designated target, allowing it to easily hit the target with Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Gleam afterwards.

For Dazzling Gleam, Galarian Rapidash can either use it before pouncing the target with Smart Strike or immediately after it.

When using Dazzling Gleam before Smart Strike, there's only a brief time window when Smart Strike can be used wherein upon reaching the target, Dazzling Gleam will also hit the target, so it's best to immediately use Smart Strike as soon as Dazzling Gleam is activated.

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Aim for Key Targets with Triad Blitz

Triad Blitz deals high amounts of damage, stuns the target upon use, and traps it inside the space, making it a great move to initiate a fight. Prioritize using Triad Blitz on key targets like the opponent's carry or healer to give Galarian Rapidash and its allies a better chance of winning a teamfight.

Furthermore, Galarian Rapidash can use Dazzling Gleam while dashing during Triad Blitz or Fairy Wind after dashing for more damage.

Triad Blitz: Galarian Rapidash Move Effect and Cooldown

Galarian Rapidash Progression and Leveling Guide

Top and Bottom Guide

Level 1 to 5

  • Learn Confusion first to quickly clear out the Bunnelbies in the lane.
  • Keep farming wild Pokemon in the lane to reach level 5 and learn Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Wind.
  • At bottom lane, prioritize taking Indeedees for more exp.

Level 6 to 9

Level 9+

  • Roam around and assist allies in hunting down targets, securing objectives, and pushing lanes.
  • Reach level 13 before or when Rayquaza spawns for a fully-upgraded moveset
  • Make sure to have Triad Blitz available when Rayquaza spawns.
  • Help allies win a teamfight and secure Rayquaza.

Jungle Guide

Level 1 to 5

  • Learn Tackle first to quickly defeat Xatu.
  • Clear the first wave of jungle camps and reach level 5 to learn Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Wind.
  • Help the top lane first or whatever lane needs help the most by securing Altaria and Swablus, getting knockouts, and scoring points.

Level 6 to 9

  • Clear the second wave of jungle camps and reach at least level 7 to learn Agility or Smart Strike.
  • Help the bottom lane by securing Altaria and Swablus, getting kills, and scoring points.
  • If possible, reach level 9 and learn Triad Blitz before or when Regice, Registeel, or Regirock spawns.
  • Help allies secure Regice, Registeel, or Regirock at the bottom lane, with Registeel being the highest priority since it gives a damage buff to the party.

Level 10+

  • Stick with allies to hunt targets, secure objectives, and push lanes.
  • Reach at least level 13 or max level if possible before or when Rayquaza spawns for a fully-upgraded moveset.
  • Make sure that Triad Blitz is available when Rayquaza spawns.
  • Help teammates win a teamfight and secure Rayquaza.

Galarian Rapidash Combos

Unicorn Stampede Combo

Unicorn Stampede Combo
Agility IconDazzling Gleam Icon ~ OR Fairy Wind Icon ~

Start by using Agility to gain speed and fill up the Pastel Veil gauge. Once filled, simply dash in and out of fights while hitting opponents with either Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Wind. The key is to prolong Agility's duration as long as possible to maintain speed.

Dazzling Strike Combo

Dazzling Strike Combo
Smart Strike IconDazzling Gleam Icon
Initiate the combo by pouncing on the target with Smart Strike, then immediately following up with Dazzling Gleam. The combo can also be done in reverse, using Dazzling Gleam first, then immediately pouncing on the target with Smart Strike. Doing the combo this way deals damage in a faster time but requires precise timing since there's only a brief time window before Dazzling Gleam triggers upon activation.

Matchups & Counters for Galarian Rapidash

Galarian Rapidash Matchups

Hard Counter
CrustleMr. MimeSlowbroSnorlaxUmbreon
Fair Matchup
AbsolAegislashAlolan NinetalesBlastoiseBlazikenBuzzwoleCeruledgeCharizardCinderaceDarkraiDodrioDragapultDragoniteFalinksGengarGoodraGreedentGreninjaGyaradosHo-OhLaprasLeafeonLucarioMachampMamoswineMega Mewtwo XMega Mewtwo YMeowscaradaMetagrossMimikyuScizorTalonflameTinkatonTrevenantTsareenaTyranitarUrshifuVenusaurZacianZeraoraZoroark
Good Matchup
ArmarougeAzumarillBlisseyChandelureClefableComfeyCramorantDecidueyeDelphoxDuraludonEldegossEspeonGarchompGardevoirGlaceonHoopaInteleonMewMiraidonPikachuPsyduckSableyeSylveonWigglytuff
Matchup Notes
Hard CounterHard Counter Even MatchupEven Matchup Easy MatchupEasy Matchup
1. The chart is based on our own experience playing Galarian Rapidash.
2. Pokemon within each tier are unordered
3. Any Pokemon not shown here are still under investigation.

Hard Counter with Immunity-Piercing Disables or Path Blockers

Since Galarian Rapidash needs to keep running to build Pastel Veil stacks and fill up its gauge, Pokemon that have immunity-piercing disables or moves that can block its path will force Galarian Rapidash to be more careful while running.

Best Counters

Pokemon Explanation
Slowbro ImageSlowbro Rating: ★★★★★
• Can pierce through Galarian Rapidash's Pastel Veil Unstoppable status effect and disable it completely using Slowbeam.
• Can disrupt Galarian Rapidash's movement using Surf and/or Telekinesis.
Umbreon ImageUmbreon Rating: ★★★★
• Can prevent Galarian Rapidash's from moving freely using Mean Look.
• Can steal Galarian Rapidash's shield and stun it using Moonlight Prance.
Mr. Mime ImageMr. Mime Rating: ★★★
• Can block Galarian Rapidash's path using Barrier.

Even Matchups

Making sure that Pastel Veil gauge is filled and utilizing its effects will allow Galarian Rapidash to get the upper hand against these Pokemon.

Close the Gap

Ranged, Fragile Pokemon with High Damage
Cinderace Image Dragapult Image Greninja Image Mega Mewtwo Y Image Venusaur Image
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 Galarian Rapidash.
• Use Agility to quickly build up Pastel Veil gauge and head striaght for them, then use Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Wind to take them out.
• Use Smart Strike to head striaght for them, then use Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Wind to take them out.
• Alternatively, use Triad Blitz once near them and burst them down.

Utilize Superior Mobility

All-Rounders
Aegislash Image Blaziken Image Buzzwole Image Ceruledge Image Charizard Image Dragonite Image Falinks Image Gyarados Image Lucario Image Machamp Image Mega Mewtwo X Image Mimikyu Image Scizor Image Tsareena Image Tyranitar Image Urshifu Image Zacian Image
How to Beat
• These Pokemon excel in close combat and rely mostly on their attacks or combos to deal damage. They are also durable enough to tank Galarian Rapidash's damage.
• Use Agility to gain speed and build up the Pastel Veil gauge, then dash in and out while using Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Wind to hit them.
• Use Smart Strike and Dazzling Gleam together to deal burst damage, then finish them with attacks.
• Alternatively, use Triad Blitz as a last resort to initiate or finish them off.

Dodge Their Burst Damage or Strike First

High-mobility Pokemon with Burst Damage
Absol Image Darkrai Image Dodrio Image Gengar Image Leafeon Image Meowscarada Image Talonflame Image Zeraora Image Zoroark Image
How to Beat
• Much like Galarian Rapidash, these Pokemon are incredibly agile and deal high burst damage. However, they become vulnerable when they miss their burst damage attempt.
• Use Agility to gain speed and dodge their burst attempt, then retaliate with Dazzling Gleam, Fairy Wind, and/or Triad Blitz.
• Alternatively, use Smart Strike to strike first, then immediately follow up with Dazzling Gleam and/or Triad Blitz.

Group Up with Allies

Highly Durable Pokemon
Blastoise Image Goodra Image Greedent Image Ho-oh Image Lapras Image Mamoswine Image Trevenant Image
How to Beat
• These Pokemon are extremely durable, making it hard for Galarian Rapidash to take them out alone. With that, it's best to group up with allies to bring them down with the help of Galarian Rapidash.
• Use Agility to gain speed, build up Pastel Veil, and stay on top of them while hitting them with Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Wind.
• Use Smart Strike and Dazzling Gleam to chip away their HP and also stay on top of them.
• Use Traid Blitz to lock them in place if needed.

Easy Matchups

These Pokemon aren't a threat to Galarian Rapidash and can easily fall to the Pokemon's damage.

Close the Gap

Ranged, Fragile Pokemon with High Damage
Armarouge Image Chandelure Image Cramorant Image Decidueye Image Delphox Image Duraludon Image Espeon Image Gardevoir Image Glaceon Image Inteleon Image Mew Image Miraidon Image Pikachu Image Sylveon Image
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 Galarian Rapidash.
• Use Agility to quickly build up Pastel Veil gauge and head striaght for them, then use Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Wind to take them out.
• Use Smart Strike to head striaght for them, then use Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Wind to take them out.
• Alternatively, use Triad Blitz once near them and burst them down.

Utilize Superior Mobility

All-Rounders
Azumarill Image Garchomp Image
How to Beat
• These Pokemon excel in close combat and rely mostly on their attacks or combos to deal damage. They are also durable enough to tank Galarian Rapidash's damage.
• Use Agility to gain speed and build up the Pastel Veil gauge, then dash in and out while using Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Wind to hit them.
• Use Smart Strike and Dazzling Gleam together to deal burst damage, then finish them with attacks.
• Alternatively, use Triad Blitz as a last resort to initiate or finish them off.

Target Them First

Supporters
Blissey Image Clefable Image Comfey Image Eldegoss Image Hoopa Image Psyduck Image Sableye Image Wigglytuff Image
How to Beat
• These Pokemon usually stick with their allies and rarely venture alone. Although they themselves pose no threat to Galarian Rapidash, their support capabilities makes them valuable during fights.
• Use Agility to quickly build up Pastel Veil gauge and head striaght for them, then use Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Wind to take them out.
• Use Smart Strike to head striaght for them, then use Dazzling Gleam or Fairy Wind to take them out.
• Alternatively, use Triad Blitz once near them and burst them down.

Best Teammates for Galarian Rapidash

Pokemon Explanation
Alolan Ninetales ImageAlolan Ninetales Slowbro ImageSlowbro Wigglytuff ImageWigglytuff Pokemon with Strong Disables
Strong disabling moves like Sing and Slowbeam makes it easier for Galarian Rapidash to set up its moves.
Comfey ImageComfey Healers
Combining Galarian Rapidash's mobility, especially when Agility is used, with Comfey's healing and disables makes the Pokemon virtually unstoppable during fights.

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Galarian Rapidash Moves

Move Slot 1 (R)

Confusion ImageConfusion
(Lv. 1 or 3)
Move Type: Area
Damage Type: Special
Cooldown: 4s
Starting Damage: 528
Final Damage: 596
Has the user release a telekinetic force around itself, dealing damage to opposing Pokemon. If this move hits opposing Pokemon, the user's movement speed is increased for a short time.
Dazzling Gleam ImageDazzling Gleam
(Lv. 5)
Upgrade Lv. 11
Move Type: Area
Damage Type: Special
Cooldown: 4.5s
Starting Damage: 631
Outer ring damage: 757
Final Damage: 1526
Outer ring damage: 1831
Has the user emit a powerful flash around itself, dealing damage to opposing Pokemon it hits. If opposing Pokemon are hit by the outer edge of the flash, the user's movement speed is increased for a short time. The increase is based on the number of opposing Pokemon hit. If the outer edge of the flash hits Pokemon on the opposing team, the user's movement speed is increased by a greater amount, and the cooldown of Tackle, Smart Strike, or Agility is reduced.
Upgrade: Further reduces the cooldown of Smart Strike or Agility.
Fairy Wind ImageFairy Wind
(Lv. 5)
Upgrade Lv. 11
Move Type: Area, Dash
Damage Type: Special
Cooldown: 7s
Starting Damage: 714
Leap damage: 194, Final leap damage: 326
Final Damage: 1754
Leap damage: 478, Final leap damage: 798
Has the user jump in the direction it's facing. When it lands, it stirs up a fairy wind that deals damage to nearby opposing Pokemon. This move can be used again, up to 2 times. If it's used 2 times, the final attack throws the opposing Pokemon it hits.
Upgrade: Applies a slowing effect to opposing Pokemon.

Move Slot 2 (ZR)

Tackle ImageTackle
(Lv. 1 or 3)
Move Type: Dash
Damage Type: Special
Cooldown: 7s
Starting Damage: 361
Final Damage: 542
Has the user charge, slamming into opposing Pokemon with its whole body while dealing damage and applying a slowing effect to them.
Smart Strike ImageSmart Strike
(Lv. 7)
Upgrade Lv. 13
Move Type: Dash
Damage Type: Special
Cooldown: 9s
Starting Damage: 361
Final Damage: 744
Has the user stab the designated opposing Pokemon with its sharp horn, dealing damage to it. After that, the user leaps in the designated direction while shoving the opposing Pokemon in the opposite direction.
Upgrade: Also greatly charges the user's psychic counter when this move hits.
Agility ImageAgility
(Lv. 7)
Upgrade Lv. 13
Move Type: Buff
Damage Type: Special
Cooldown: 2s
Starting Damage: N/A
Final Damage: N/A
Increases the user's movement speed when used, and for a set amount of time, the user's movement speed continually increases. This move's duration increases if the user moves or hits opposing Pokemon with moves.
Upgrade: Also restores the user's HP while their movement speed is increased by this move.

Unite Moves (ZL)

Triad Blitz ImageTriad Blitz
(Lv. 9)
Move Type: Dash
Damage Type: Special
Cooldown: 134s
Starting Damage: 2,745
Initial damage: 597, Dash damage: 716
Final Damage: 4,746
Initial damage: 1032, Dash damage: 1238
Has the user charge in the designated direction, shoving Pokemon from the opposing team. When the charge ends, a mysterious space is created around the first opposing Pokemon that the user hit. That Pokemon cannot leave that space. If this move is used again, the user runs at high speed in the designated direction, dealing damage to opposing Pokemon in its path. If its path goes through the mysterious space, this move can be used again an additional time. This move can be used again up to a total of 2 additional times.

Standard Attack

Standard Attack Image Standard Attack Attacks by shooting energy from its horn.

Ability (Passive)

Pastel Veil ImagePastel Veil
Galarian Rapidash IconGalarian Rapidash

The Pokemon's psychic counter charges based on the distance it runs, and when the counter is full, the Pokemon is granted a shield. While the shield remains, the Pokemon is immune to hindrances. The Pokemon's moves' damage increases based on the Pokemon's movement speed.

Galarian Rapidash Stats & Evolutions

Galarian Rapidash Evolutions

1st Evolution Final Evolution
Galarian Ponyta.pngGalarian Ponyta
(Lv. 1)
Galarian Ponyta.pngGalarian Rapidash
(Lv. 5)

Galarian Rapidash Stats

Level HP Defense Special Defense Attack Damage
1 3300 60 70 150
2 3364 64 74 156
3 3441 69 79 164
4 3534 75 85 173
5 4321 122 136 247
6 4455 130 145 260
7 4616 140 155 274
8 4809 151 167 293
9 5041 165 182 314
10 5319 182 200 341
11 5653 202 222 372
12 6053 226 248 410
13 6533 255 279 455
14 7109 289 316 510
15 7800 330 361 576

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

Galarian Rapidash In-Game Stat Listings

Offense Endurance Mobility Scoring Support
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Galarian Rapidash Skins (Holowear)

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1 Anonymous8 days

Galarian rapidash is op it is uncatchble with agility and dazzling gleam it can trap you with its unite move

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