The best moveset for Malamar in Pokémon Go

Malamar will be an interesting Pokémon for players to use in Pokémon Go. Given its stats and unique Dark and Psychic-type setup, it’s going to be some interesting use in the Great and Ultra Leagues. However, for those interested in using this Pokémon in PvP, you’ll want to ensure you teach it the best attacks it can learn. This guide breaks down the best moveset to teach Malamar in Pokémon Go.

Best Malamar moveset

Malamar is a Dark and Psychic-type Pokémon. It will be weak against Bug and Fairy-type moves, but it is resistant to Psychic-type attacks. Therefore, you want to make sure you prepare to switch Malamar out whenever it fights against Bug-types or an opponent that has a Bug-type move due to it being heavily weak to this type. However, Malamar has a lot of flexibility in the Great and Ultra Leagues competition, making it a good roster choice. The downside to this Pokémon is its fast move, and it won’t be able to put on too much damage pressure on an opponent, although it has plenty of charged move attack potential.

These are all of the attacks Malamar can learn.

Fast moves Peck (Flying-type) – 6 damage and 2.5 energy per turn (3 damage per turn) – 2 turnsPsycho Cut (Psychic-type) – 3 damage and 4.5 energy per turn (1.5 damage per turn) – 2 turnsCharged moves Foul Play (Dark-type) – 70 damage and 45 energyHyper Beam (Normal-type) – 150 damage and 80 energyPsybeam (Psychic-type) – 70 damage and 60 energySuperpower (Fighting-type) – 85 damage and 45 energy (100% chance to lower its attack and defense by one rank)

When it comes to Malamar’s fast move, you want to go with psycho cut. The big reason you’re picking psycho cut over peck is the amount of energy it can give you while using Malamar. Yes, peck does double the

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