Moltres vs Roaring Moon: Which Is Better?

Quick answer: it's a close call — Moltres and Roaring Moon are evenly matched. Full breakdown below.

Moltres
#146
Moltres
Fire Flying
Flame Pokémon
Roaring Moon
#1005
Roaring Moon
Dragon Dark
Paradox Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

90 HP 105
100 Attack 139
90 Defense 71
125 Sp. Atk 55
85 Sp. Def 101
90 Speed 119
580 Total (BST) 590

Moltres wins 2 stats, Roaring Moon wins 4 stats.

Moltres attacking Roaring Moon

1x

Normal effectiveness

Roaring Moon attacking Moltres

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 MoltresRoaring Moon
Height2.0m2.0m
Weight60.0kg380.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

It's a close call. Moltres and Roaring Moon are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. Pick Roaring Moon if you want the stronger attacker, or Roaring Moon for more bulk.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Moltres is outside the usage rankings, Roaring Moon is ranked #24 (on 5.7% of teams).

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

Moltres vs Roaring Moon — FAQ

Is Moltres better than Roaring Moon?

This is a close matchup — Moltres and Roaring Moon are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. The better pick depends on the role your team needs.

Who would win a battle, Moltres or Roaring Moon?

Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Roaring Moon is faster (119 vs 90 base Speed) and usually moves first. Roaring Moon hits harder (139 vs 125 best attacking stat).

Does Moltres or Roaring Moon have better stats?

Roaring Moon has the higher base stat total (590 vs 580). Roaring Moon is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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