As a Psychic/Fairy type, Galarian Rapidash has 3 weaknesses, 2 resistances and 1 immunity, about the same as the average Pokémon's 3.3 weaknesses. 9 other Pokémon share the Psychic/Fairy typing.

Base stats

HP: 65
Attack: 100
Defense: 70
Sp. Atk: 80
Sp. Def: 80
Speed: 105
Total: 500

Galarian Rapidash has a base stat total of 500, higher than 64% of Pokémon. Its best stat is Speed (105). With Attack (100) well above Sp. Atk (80), it works best as a physical attacker. A Speed of 105 beats 86% of Pokémon, so it outspeeds most opponents. With 65 HP, 70 Defense and 80 Sp. Def it is reasonably sturdy.

Galarian Rapidash can have the abilities Run Away, Pastel Veil and Anticipation.

How to beat Galarian Rapidash

Galarian Rapidash takes 2× damage from Poison, Ghost and Steel moves, so lead with those.

Avoid relying on attacks it shrugs off: Dragon moves have no effect on it and Fighting and Psychic moves are resisted.

Good counters: Crowned Zacian hits for 2× with Steel-type STAB and resists its Psychic and Fairy moves. Solgaleo hits for 2× with Steel-type STAB and resists its Psychic and Fairy moves. Dusk Necrozma hits for 2× with Steel-type STAB and resists its Psychic and Fairy moves.

Evolution

Galarian Rapidash is an alternate form of Rapidash, so it shares Rapidash's evolution line.

Best counters to Galarian Rapidash

Other Psychic/Fairy Pokémon

Frequently asked questions

What is Galarian Rapidash weak to?

As a Psychic/Fairy type, Galarian Rapidash takes super-effective damage from Poison, Ghost and Steel moves.

What is Galarian Rapidash resistant to?

Galarian Rapidash resists Psychic and Fighting (¼×) moves. It is immune to Dragon.

What are the best counters to Galarian Rapidash?

Strong type-based picks include Crowned Zacian, Solgaleo and Dusk Necrozma, which hit Galarian Rapidash with super-effective attacks.