Darkrai vs Annihilape: Which Is Better?

Quick answer: Darkrai is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.

Darkrai
#491
Darkrai
Dark
Pitch-Black Pokémon
Annihilape
#979
Annihilape
Fighting Ghost
Rage Monkey Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

70 HP 110
90 Attack 115
90 Defense 80
135 Sp. Atk 50
90 Sp. Def 90
125 Speed 90
600 Total (BST) 535

Darkrai wins 3 stats, Annihilape wins 2 stats, 1 tied.

Darkrai attacking Annihilape

1x

Normal effectiveness

Annihilape attacking Darkrai

2x

Super effective!

Physical Attributes

 DarkraiAnnihilape
Height1.5m1.2m
Weight50.5kg56.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Darkrai

Darkrai is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.

  • Darkrai has a higher base stat total (600 vs 535).
  • Darkrai wins 3 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
  • Darkrai is faster (125 vs 90 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Darkrai is outside the usage rankings, Annihilape is ranked #53 (on 1.2% of teams).

Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.

Darkrai vs Annihilape — FAQ

Is Darkrai better than Annihilape?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Darkrai is the better overall pick. Darkrai has a higher base stat total (600 vs 535); Darkrai wins 3 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).

Who would win a battle, Darkrai or Annihilape?

Annihilape has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 1x in return. Darkrai is faster (125 vs 90 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Darkrai or Annihilape have better stats?

Darkrai has the higher base stat total (600 vs 535). Annihilape is bulkier, while Darkrai hits harder.

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