Speed is one of the most important factors in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's battles. Pokémon with more Speed will act before those with lower Speed, meaning they set the pace of the match. This may leave you wondering what the Pokémon with the best Speed are in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
Pokémon with the highest Speed in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet
Despite introducing many new Pokémon, Electrode remains the fastest Pokémon with the best Speed in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. After that, there is a mix of new Pokémon and returning Pokémon, some of these legendary Pokémon. Here are the Pokémon with the best Speed in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
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- Electrode - 150 Speed
- Dragapult - 142 Speed
- Iron Bundle, Barraskewda - 136 Speed
- Flutter Mane, Chien-Pao, Koraidon, Miraidon - 135 Speed
- Jolteon - 130 Speed
- Talonflame - 126 Speed
- Kilowattrel, Weavile - 125 Speed
- Meowscarada, Noivern - 123 Speed
- Cyclizar - 121 Speed
- Dugtrio, Wugtrio - 120 Speed
One thing to keep in mind is that EVs and IVs can change what Pokémon go first, as this can raise the Speed of a slower Pokémon above that of a faster Pokémon. There are also moves that have priority that will go first regardless of a Pokémon's Speed. This can also be affected by the paralyzed condition and status moves.
For more information on Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, check out All Normal Type Weaknesses and Counters in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet and
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