Gen 9 Pokémon Damage Calculator – Win More Battles with Accurate Results

"Why did your Pokémon's move deal 73% instead of a OHKO? Our Pokémon Attack Calculator reveals the hidden math behind battles."

In competitive Pokémon Scarlet & Violet, predicting damage is crucial. This guide explains how the Gen 9 damage calculator works, including the game-changing Terastal mechanic that makes this VGC Damage Calculator essential for serious trainers.

How Damage is Calculated in Gen 9

Core Damage Formula

Damage = ((((2 × Level ÷ 5 + 2) × Power × (Atk/Def)) ÷ 50 + 2) × Modifiers

Key variables every trainer should know:

• Level: Standard level 50 for competitive battles
• Power: Base move power (e.g., Flamethrower = 90)
• Atk/Def: Your Attack/Special Attack vs opponent's Defense stats
• Modifiers: The game-changing multipliers below

Damage Modifiers Table

Modifier	Effect	Example Use Case
STAB	1.5× damage when types match	Charizard's Flamethrower
Terastal	2× damage when Tera type matches move	Tera Fire Charizard Fire Blast
Critical Hit	1.5× damage (Gen 9 nerf)	Focus Energy boosted moves
Weather	1.5× or 0.5× damage	Sun-boosted Fire moves
Stat Boosts	Up to 4× at +6	Swords Dance/X Attack stacks

Using the VGC Damage Calculator: Step-by-Step

1. Enter Attacker Details:
   • Level (50 for competitive)
   • Attack/Special Attack stat
   • Boosts (e.g., +2 Attack from Swords Dance)
2. Select Your Move:
   • Base power (90 for Flamethrower)
   • Move type and STAB status
   • Critical hit chance
3. Input Defender Information:
   • Defense/Special Defense
   • Terastal type (if activated)
   • Stat reductions (e.g., -1 Defense from Shadow Ball)
4. Add Battle Conditions:
   • Weather (sun/rain/etc.)
   • Terrain effects
   • Screens (Reflect/Light Screen)

Pro Tip: "Our Pokémon Attack Calculator shows damage rolls between 85%-100%. A 'guaranteed OHKO' means even the minimum 85% roll will KO!"

Competitive Applications

Team Building Essentials

• Test if your defensive investment works: "Does 252 HP Volcarona survive Tera Rock Stone Edge from Great Tusk?"
• Verify sweep potential: "Will +2 Baxcalibur's Icicle Spear OHKO standard Landorus-T?"

VGC Damage Calculator Strategies

• Terastal Optimization: "Tera Ghost Gholdengo's Make It Rain vs. opposing Gholdengo: 94-112% (OHKO after Stealth Rock)"
• Damage Thresholds: "252 Atk Great Tusk Headlong Rush vs. 0 HP Chi-Yu: 148-175% (Always OHKO)"

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Terastalizing double STAB?

No - it adds a second STAB (1.5× → 2× damage when matching types).

How do stat stages affect damage in the calculator?

Refer to this quick reference:

Boost Level	Multiplier	Common Source
+6	4×	3 Swords Dances
+1	1.5×	Single Dragon Dance
-1	0.66×	Intimidate
-6	0.25×	Multiple Charm uses

Why use a VGC Damage Calculator instead of guessing?

In high-level play, 1-2% damage differences decide matches. Our Pokémon Attack Calculator eliminates guesswork.

Conclusion

Mastering the Gen 9 damage calculator gives you a competitive edge in:

• Ranked battles
• Tournament preparation
• Raid strategy planning
• Team theorycrafting