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Damage multipliers this Pokemon takes from each attacking type (based on the current form).
Damage multipliers of this Pokemon's same-type (STAB) moves against each defending type.
High-firepower meta Pokémon that hit it super-effectively by type (estimated, not battle data)
Based on real ladder matchup statistics and expert community assessments (data snapshot 2026-05)
Espeon in Singles occupies 0.21% usage, ranking 150th—a niche with consistent representation. 130 SpA and 110 Speed afford balanced offense-defense fundamentals; Magic Bounce (97.1%) absolutely shuts down teams relying on setup and abilities. 51.3% Focus Sash and 21.9% Colburberry adoption emphasize defensive anchor over offensive roles. Expert tournament success—「built around Espeon + Umbreon」—underscores its role as a setup-denial pillar.
Playstyle:Espeon's crux is Magic Bounce; core moves include Psychic (22.8%), Yawn (16.3%), Shadow Ball (12.7%), Dazzling Gleam (10.9%), paired with Focus Sash/Colburberry for priority and error margin. Per commentary—「Mega Gengar's Shadow Tag locks opponents, enabling『Dark Pulse』KO after Primarina's Dragon Dance pivot」—Espeon's role is「early-game threat elimination and rhythm control,」not raw damage. EV emphasis (Timid 2/0/0/32/0/32 = 49.1%) maximizes SpA/Speed, forming a「fast-strong-hardy」support triumvirate.
Espeon in Doubles holds 0.04% usage, ranking 203rd—extremely niche. Tournament appearances (3 vs Singles' 1) slightly elevate, yet high-ladder frequency remains 0, indicating player-specific strategy rather than meta viability. Magic Bounce's value plummets in Doubles, where allies circumvent setup dependency. Trick Room's 16% appearance hints at a「match-swing utility role」rather than conventional damage.