Tournament: Latin America International Championships 2025 Format: Bring 6, Show 3 CP Limit: 1500 (Great League) Analysis Date: November 2025
Table of Contents
- Tournament Format Overview
- Competitive Tier Overview
- Meta Analysis: Top 10 Core Pokemon
- Extended Meta: Full Tier Breakdown
- Anti-Meta Strategies
- Recommended Team Compositions
- Type Coverage Analysis
- Battle Strategies
- Hard Counter Picks
Tournament Format Overview
Bring 6, Show 3 Format
The LAIC 2025 tournament uses the Bring 6, Show 3 format:
- Team Selection: Build a team of 6 Pokemon
- Battle Selection: Before each battle, view your opponent’s 6 Pokemon
- Show Phase: Select 3 Pokemon from your 6 to use in battle
- Strategy: Your team of 6 must have broad coverage while maintaining synergy
This format rewards:
- Flexibility: Teams that can adapt to different opponent lineups
- Coverage: Pokemon that threaten multiple meta picks
- Mind Games: Strategic selection based on opponent’s team composition
Competitive Tier Overview
Based on analysis of 214 ranked Pokémon in the LAIC 2025 meta, 94 Pokémon (43.9%) achieved competitive scores of 75 or higher, making them tournament-viable options.
Meta Viability Distribution
Out of 214 ranked Pokémon:
- Viable (≥75 score): 94 Pokémon (43.9%)
- Below Viable: 120 Pokémon (56.1%)
Understanding Component Scores
Each Pokémon is evaluated across 6 key dimensions (scale 0-100):
- Lead: Opening matchup strength
- Switch: Safe pivot capability
- Closer: Endgame cleanup potential
- Consistency: Reliable performance across matchups
- Coverage: Type & meta coverage
- Bulk: Defensive staying power
Competitive Tier Summary
| Tier | Score Range | Count | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| S+ | 95-100 | 3 | Elite performers |
| S | 90-94.9 | 12 | Core meta |
| A+ | 85-89.9 | 22 | Strong alternatives |
| A | 80-84.9 | 29 | Viable specialists |
| B+ | 75-79.9 | 28 | Niche picks |
About Scores & Ratings:
- Overall Score (0-100): Composite metric combining all 6 component dimensions (Lead, Switch, Closer, Consistency, Coverage, Bulk). Determines tier placement (S+, S, A+, A, B+).
- Battle Rating (0-1000): PvPoke-style battle simulation results where 500 = even matchup, >500 = favored to win, <500 = unfavored. Same scale for both overall Pokémon strength (e.g., Oranguru: 692) and specific head-to-head matchups (e.g., Fearow vs Dusknoir: 834).
Data Sources:
- Rankings data: LAIC 2025-1500 meta analysis (214 Pokémon)
- Battle simulations: BattleFlow rating engine with shield baiting
- Team analysis: 19,600 simulated team compositions
Key Insight: With 94 viable options, team building has significant depth. The Bring 6, Show 3 format allows creative counter-strategies beyond the top 10.
Meta Ecosystem Map
Core Meta Groups and Counter Relationships
The LAIC 2025 meta can be understood through interconnected groups of Pokémon with distinct roles and counter-dynamics:
Group 1: Ghost/Psychic Core (Dominant Presence)
Key Members: Oranguru, Dusknoir, Dusclops, Bronzong, Runerigus
- Characteristics: High bulk, Ghost STAB moves, excellent consistency
- Countered By (800+ ratings):
- Fearow (834 vs Dusknoir)
- Trumbeak (847 vs Dusknoir)
- Rufflet (875 vs Dusknoir)
- Soft Counters: Dark-type moves (Crunch, Brutal Swing), Steel types
- Threatens: Each other (Ghost vs Ghost), Psychic types, Fighting types
Group 2: Ice Wall Core (Anti-Flying/Dragon)
Key Members: Glalie, Dewgong, Sealeo, Walrein, Arctibax
- Characteristics: Icy Wind debuffs, anti-Dragon coverage, bulk
- Hard Countered By (800+):
- Bronzong (754 vs Glalie)
- Metang (903 vs Glalie)
- Soft Counters: Fire types (Turtonator, Skeledirge), Steel types
- Threatens: Dragon types, Flying types, Ground types
Group 3: Fire/Dragon Pressure (Offensive Threats)
Key Members: Turtonator, Charizard, Skeledirge, Gyarados
- Characteristics: High attack, Fire or Dragon STAB, offensive pressure
- Hard Countered By (800+):
- Drampa (804 vs Turtonator)
- Kommo-o (825 vs Turtonator)
- Rapidash-G (915 vs Charizard)
- Cetoddle (800 vs Charizard)
- Soft Counters: Water types, Rock types, Dragon types
- Threatens: Steel types (Turtonator 907 vs Bronzong), Ice types, Grass types
Group 4: Steel/Psychic Walls (Defensive Specialists)
Key Members: Bronzong, Metang, Claydol
- Characteristics: Steel typing, defensive stats, unique resistances
- Hard Countered By:
- Turtonator (907 vs Bronzong)
- Charizard (666+ vs Metang)
- Soft Counters: Fire types, Ground types, Fighting types
- Threatens: Ice Core (Bronzong 754 vs Glalie), Fairy types, Rock types
Group 5: Anti-Meta Specialists (Strategic Picks)
Key Members: Drampa, Fearow, Dodrio, Emolga, Rapidash-G
- Characteristics: Targeted hard counters, surprise factor, niche roles
- Counter Relationships:
- Drampa: Counters Turtonator (804)
- Fearow: Counters Dusknoir (834), countered by Emolga (852)
- Dodrio: Counters Froslass (900)
- Rapidash-G: Counters Charizard (915)
- Emolga: Counters Fearow (852)
- Threatens: Specific meta picks
- Vulnerable To: Opponents aware of the counter strategy
Strategic Insight
Meta operates on layered rock-paper-scissors dynamics:
- Ghost/Psychic Core - Wins neutral matchups, loses to Dark/Flying
- Ice Wall Core - Checks Dragon/Flying, loses to Fire/Steel
- Fire/Dragon Pressure - Breaks Steel/Ice, loses to Water/Rock/specialist counters
- Steel/Psychic Walls - Walls Ice/Fairy, loses to Fire/Ground
- Anti-Meta Specialists - Hard counters specific threats, lacks broad coverage
Team Building: Cover at least 3 groups + 1-2 specialists for specific meta picks.
Meta Analysis: Top 10 Core Pokemon
Based on comprehensive simulations analyzing 214 ranked Pokemon, here are the top-performing threats in the LAIC 2025 meta:
Tier S+: Elite Performers
1. Oranguru (Rank #1)
- Moveset: Confusion + Brutal Swing / Trailblaze
- Role: Bulky Psychic/Normal attacker
- Strengths:
- Favorable matchups vs Ghosts: Dusknoir (739 rating), Runerigus (683 rating)
- Strong vs Gyarados (672 rating), Glalie (616 rating), Dewgong (612 rating)
- Weaknesses: Bronzong (279), Metang (282), Drampa (395)
- Why It’s Top: Excellent bulk with Confusion pressure. Brutal Swing provides Dark coverage for Ghost types, while Trailblaze offers speed control against common threats.
2. Turtonator (Rank #2)
- Moveset: Incinerate + Brutal Swing / Dragon Claw
- Role: Fire/Dragon offensive threat
- Strengths:
- Achieves 907 matchup rating vs Bronzong
- Wins vs Oranguru (561 rating), Glalie (548 rating), Charizard (526 rating)
- Weaknesses: Drampa (195), Gyarados (231), Fearow (278)
- Why It’s Top: Unique Fire/Dragon typing with Brutal Swing access. Fast energy generation from Incinerate pressures Steel and Ice cores effectively.
3. Runerigus (Rank #3)
- Moveset: Shadow Claw + Rock Tomb / Brutal Swing
- Role: Ground/Ghost wall
- Strengths:
- Achieves 674 matchup rating vs Metang (Metang scores only 325)
- Wins vs Marowak Alolan (610 rating), Turtonator (582 rating)
- Weaknesses: Oranguru (316), Charizard (397), Dewgong (474)
- Why It’s Top: Ground/Ghost typing offers excellent defensive profile. Rock Tomb provides necessary coverage against Flying and Fire threats.
Tier S: Core Meta
4. Glalie (Rank #4)
- Moveset: Rollout + Avalanche / Shadow Ball
- Role: Ice-type closer
- Strengths:
- Achieves 760 matchup rating vs Charizard (Charizard scores only 239)
- Wins vs Dewgong (667 rating), Gyarados (603 rating)
- Weaknesses: Bronzong (245), Oranguru (383), Dusknoir (422)
- Why It’s Meta: Rollout’s fast energy generation creates shield pressure. Shadow Ball provides necessary Ghost coverage.
5. Dewgong (Rank #5)
- Moveset: Ice Shard + Icy Wind / Drill Run
- Role: Water/Ice support
- Strengths:
- Beats Fearow (668), Gyarados (630), Dusclops (621)
- Weaknesses: Glalie (332), Bronzong (375), Oranguru (387)
- Why It’s Meta: Icy Wind debuffs provide team support while Drill Run handles Steel and Fire types.
6. Sealeo (Rank #6)
- Moveset: Powder Snow + Surf / Body Slam
- Role: Bulk ice wall
- Strengths:
- Favorable into 5 of top 10
- Beats Dusclops (601), Gyarados (580), Dewgong (577)
- Weaknesses: Dusknoir (238), Metang (298), Bronzong (304)
- Why It’s Meta: Strong anti-meta profile. Body Slam’s low energy cost enables consistent neutral damage output.
7. Dusclops (Rank #7)
- Moveset: Hex + Shadow Punch / Ice Punch
- Role: Ghost tank
- Strengths:
- Beats Metang (722/277), Togekiss (685/314)
- Weaknesses: Oranguru (327), Gyarados (380), Turtonator (420)
- Why It’s Meta: Extreme Defense stat (199.75 at 1499 CP). Shadow Punch enables consistent pressure, Ice Punch handles Dragons.
8. Bronzong (Rank #8)
- Moveset: Metal Sound + Psyshock / Payback
- Role: Steel/Psychic wall
- Strengths:
- Achieves 754 matchup rating vs Glalie, 720 vs Oranguru, 625 vs Dewgong
- Weaknesses: Turtonator (92!), Dusknoir (366), Charizard (384)
- Why It’s Meta: Unique Steel/Psychic typing. Metal Sound debuffs stack with Payback for Ghost coverage.
9. Gyarados (Rank #9)
- Moveset: Dragon Breath + Aqua Tail / Crunch
- Role: Water/Flying attacker
- Strengths:
- Achieves 768 matchup rating vs Turtonator, 760 vs Charizard, 677 vs Dusknoir
- Weaknesses: Oranguru (327), Dewgong (369), Glalie (396)
- Why It’s Meta: Dragon Breath applies consistent pressure. Aqua Tail and Crunch provide broad neutral coverage.
10. Claydol (Rank #10)
- Moveset: Mud Slap + Rock Tomb / Ice Beam
- Role: Ground/Psychic specialist
- Strengths:
- Beats Glalie (673), Turtonator (657), Oranguru (640)
- Weaknesses: Gyarados (152!), Runerigus (279), Dusknoir (338)
- Why It’s Meta: Rock Tomb + Ice Beam coverage combination. High-damage Mud Slap fast move.
Extended Meta: Full Tier Breakdown
S Tier - 12 Core Meta Picks
Consistent performers across most matchups. Form the backbone of competitive teams:
| Rank | Pokémon | Rating | Key Strengths |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Glalie | 744 | Rollout energy gen, Shadow Ball coverage |
| 5 | Dewgong | 709 | Icy Wind debuffs, Drill Run coverage |
| 6 | Sealeo | 715 | Strong anti-meta (5/10 favorable) |
| 7 | Dusclops | 702 | 199.75 Defense stat, Ghost tank |
| 8 | Bronzong | 741 | Metal Sound debuffs, Payback |
| 9 | Gyarados | 706 | Dragon Breath pressure |
| 10 | Claydol | 580 | Rock Tomb + Ice Beam coverage |
| 11 | Dusknoir | 702 | Dynamic Punch coverage |
| 12 | Marowak-A | 656 | Fire/Ghost hybrid typing |
| 13 | Walrein | 694 | Icicle Spear + Earthquake |
| 14 | Arctibax | 667 | Dragon/Ice pressure |
| 15 | Goodra | 623 | Dragon tank versatility |
A+ Tier - 22 Strong Alternatives
Solid secondary options and targeted counter-picks:
Top A+ Performers:
- #16 Fearow (Rating: 689) - 834 vs Dusknoir, Drill Run coverage
- #17 Metang (Rating: 675) - 903 vs Glalie, Steel/Psychic wall
- #18 Rufflet (Rating: 638) - 875 vs Dusknoir, Rock Tomb coverage
- #19 Skeledirge (Rating: 656) - Fire/Ghost typing, Torch Song
- #20 Grumpig (Rating: 649) - Dynamic Punch spam
- #21 Talonflame (Rating: 650) - Incinerate + Fly + Brave Bird
- #22 Altaria (Rating: 640) - Dragon Breath, Sky Attack, Flamethrower
- #23 Froslass (Rating: 653) - Ice/Ghost attacker
- #24 Dragonair (Rating: 617) - Dragon specialist
- #25 Avalugg (Rating: 610) - Mirror Coat tech
- #26 Drampa (Rating: 591) - 804 vs Turtonator
- #27 Cetoddle (Rating: 626) - Ice bulk, 800 vs Charizard
- #28 Dodrio (Rating: 606) - 900 vs Froslass
- #29 Cofagrigus (Rating: 604) - Ghost wall, 683 vs Metang
- #30 Druddigon (Rating: 582) - Rock Tomb + Night Slash
Notable A+ Picks (31-37):
- #31 Vespiquen (Rating: 592) - 757 vs Drampa, X-Scissor
- #32 Castform-Snowy (Rating: 577) - Weather Ball Ice, 780 vs Drampa
- #33 Togekiss (Rating: 548) - Aura Sphere + Ancient Power
- #34 Trumbeak (Rating: 568) - 847 vs Dusknoir, Rock Blast
- #35 Cetitan (Rating: 574) - 789 vs Charizard, Avalanche spam
- #36 Dragalge (Rating: 574) - 725 vs Turtonator, Outrage
- #37 Piloswine (Rating: 560) - Stone Edge coverage, Ice pressure
A Tier - 29 Viable Specialists
Role players and targeted counters:
Notable Specialists:
- #50 Charizard (Rating: 515) - Blast Burn closer
- #43 Zoroark-H (Rating: 551) - Ghost/Normal, 812 vs Froslass
- #46 Kommo-o (Rating: 538) - 825 vs Turtonator
- #49 Haunter (Rating: 518) - Fast Ghost, 727 vs Bronzong
Additional A Tier Options (38-66): 38. Golurk, 39. Toucannon, 40. Fletchinder, 41. Togetic, 42. Hypno, 44. Gligar, 45. Girafarig, 47. Shelgon, 48. Baxcalibur, 51. Drifblim, 52. Vanillish, 53. Raichu-A, 54. Skarmory, 55. Hakamo-o, 56. Emolga (852 vs Fearow), 57. Dartrix, 58. Cryogonal, 59. Corvisquire, 60. Armarouge, 61. Salamence, 62. Slowking-G, 63. Medicham, 64. Starmie, 65. Frigibax, 66. Gliscor
B+ Tier - 28 Niche Picks
Tournament-viable as specific answers or with team support:
Notable B+ Options:
- #68 Rapidash-G (Rating: 479) - 915 vs Charizard, Body Slam spam
- #71 Annihilape (Rating: 477) - Rage Fist, Counter pressure
- #75 Gengar (Rating: 484) - Fast Ghost, 765 vs Bronzong
- #77 Trevenant (Rating: 472) - 805 vs Bronzong, Foul Play
Full B+ Roster (67-94): 67. Jumpluff, 69. Frillish, 70. Mamoswine, 72. Ledian, 73. Chimecho, 74. Chatot, 76. Pidgeot, 78. Abomasnow, 79. Gholdengo, 80. Bruxish, 81. Noctowl, 82. Pelipper, 83. Scyther, 84. Cloyster, 85. Decidueye, 86. Fraxure, 87. Wyrdeer, 88. Delphox, 89. Farfetch’d, 90. Haxorus, 91. Slowpoke, 92. Palossand, 93. Drifloon, 94. Mantyke
Anti-Meta Strategies
Understanding the Meta Threats
The top 10 Pokemon have clear type weakness patterns:
Type Weakness Breakdown:
- 5 Pokemon weak to Dark (Oranguru, Bronzong, Claydol, Dusclops, Runerigus)
- 5 Pokemon weak to Ghost (Same as above)
- 5 Pokemon weak to Rock (Glalie, Dewgong, Sealeo, Gyarados, Charizard)
- 4 Pokemon weak to Grass (Runerigus, Claydol, Gyarados, Ground/Water types)
Top Anti-Meta Pokemon
Sealeo (Rank #6)
- Favorable into 5/10 top meta
- Body Slam spam + Powder Snow pressure
- Targets: Dusclops, Gyarados, Dewgong, Runerigus, Glalie
Dusknoir (Rank #11)
- Favorable into 5/10 top meta
- Dynamic Punch coverage, Shadow Punch spam
- Targets: Bronzong, Glalie, Dusclops, Runerigus, Dewgong
Fearow (Rank #16)
- Favorable into 4/10 top meta
- Drill Run coverage, high Attack
- Targets: Dusknoir, Turtonator, Dusclops, Gyarados
Drampa (Rank #26)
- Favorable into 4/10 top meta
- Outrage + Fly coverage
- Targets: Turtonator (804), Dusknoir, Runerigus, Oranguru
Type-Based Counter Strategies
Against Ghost/Psychic Core (Oranguru, Dusclops, Bronzong)
- Dark: Gyarados (Dragon Breath + Crunch)
- Ghost: Runerigus, Dusknoir, Froslass
- Steel: Bronzong, Metang
Against Ice Core (Glalie, Dewgong, Sealeo)
- Fire: Turtonator, Skeledirge, Talonflame
- Steel: Bronzong (754 vs Glalie), Metang
- Fighting coverage: Dynamic Punch (Dusknoir)
Against Fire/Dragon (Turtonator, Gyarados)
- Water: Dewgong, Sealeo, Walrein
- Ground: Runerigus, Claydol
- Dragon: Arctibax, Drampa (804 vs Turtonator)
Recommended Team Compositions
Based on 19,600 simulated teams using advanced algorithmic analysis, here are the top performing team compositions:
Team Performance Overview
All top 6 teams achieved:
- Rating: 92-93/100
- Meta Coverage: 100%
- Win Rate Range: 44-59%
Best Performing: Team #1 (Oranguru/Dusknoir/Altaria) - 93/100 rating, 59% win rate
Team #1: Balanced Meta Core ⭐ BEST OVERALL
| **Rating: 93/100 | Win Rate: 59.0% | Meta Coverage: 100%** |
- Lead: Oranguru (Confusion / Brutal Swing / Trailblaze)
- Switch: Dusknoir (Astonish / Dynamic Punch / Shadow Punch)
- Closer: Altaria (Dragon Breath / Sky Attack / Flamethrower)
Strategy:
- Oranguru applies immediate pressure with Confusion
- Dusknoir provides Ghost/Fighting coverage
- Altaria handles Dragons and provides Flying coverage
- Threats: Watch for Kommo-o
- Why It Works: Perfect balance of bulk, coverage, and flexibility
Team #2: Ice/Fire/Ghost Trinity
| **Rating: 93/100 | Win Rate: 44.4% | Meta Coverage: 100%** |
- Lead: Turtonator (Incinerate / Brutal Swing / Dragon Claw)
- Switch: Glalie (Rollout / Avalanche / Shadow Ball)
- Closer: Dusclops (Hex / Shadow Punch / Ice Punch)
Strategy:
- Turtonator handles Steel/Ice with Incinerate
- Glalie provides Ice pressure and Shadow Ball for Ghosts
- Dusclops walls Physical attackers
- Major Threats: Opposing Turtonator, Claydol
- Why It Works: Strong core matchups, defensive backbone in Dusclops
Team #3: Flying Support Core
| **Rating: 93/100 | Win Rate: 50.1% | Meta Coverage: 100%** |
- Lead: Turtonator (Incinerate / Brutal Swing / Dragon Claw)
- Switch: Dusclops (Hex / Shadow Punch / Ice Punch)
- Closer: Togekiss (Peck / Aura Sphere / Ancient Power)
Strategy:
- Turtonator handles early threats
- Dusclops provides defensive pivot
- Togekiss offers Fairy/Fighting coverage with Aura Sphere
- Major Threats: Froslass, Rufflet
- Why It Works: Togekiss Aura Sphere handles Dark types threatening the Ghost
Team #4: Flying Offense
| **Rating: 93/100 | Win Rate: 47.8% | Meta Coverage: 100%** |
- Lead: Turtonator (Incinerate / Brutal Swing / Dragon Claw)
- Switch: Dusclops (Hex / Shadow Punch / Ice Punch)
- Closer: Trumbeak (Peck / Drill Peck / Rock Blast)
Strategy:
- Turtonator opens strong
- Dusclops pivots
- Trumbeak provides Rock coverage with Rock Blast
- Major Threats: Claydol, Sealeo, Turtonator mirror
- Why It Works: Rock Blast surprise factor, strong Flying pressure
Team #5: Bulky Water Core
| **Rating: 92/100 | Win Rate: 48.0% | Meta Coverage: 100%** |
- Lead: Dusclops (Hex / Shadow Punch / Ice Punch)
- Switch: Bronzong (Metal Sound / Psyshock / Payback)
- Closer: Altaria (Dragon Breath / Sky Attack / Flamethrower)
Strategy:
- Dusclops walls physical attackers
- Bronzong debuffs with Metal Sound
- Altaria provides Dragon/Flying cleanup
- Major Threats: Dusclops mirror, Sealeo, Glalie
- Why It Works: Extreme bulk, debuff stacking, Altaria versatility
Team #6: Water/Fire Pressure
| **Rating: 92/100 | Win Rate: 47.3% | Meta Coverage: 100%** |
- Lead: Turtonator (Incinerate / Brutal Swing / Dragon Claw)
- Switch: Dewgong (Ice Shard / Icy Wind / Drill Run)
- Closer: Gyarados (Dragon Breath / Aqua Tail / Crunch)
Strategy:
- Turtonator handles Steel/Ice early
- Dewgong debuffs with Icy Wind
- Gyarados applies Dragon Breath pressure
- Major Threats: Glalie, Rufflet, Grumpig
- Why It Works: High offensive pressure, Icy Wind support
Type Coverage Analysis
Essential Coverage Types
Your team MUST have answers to:
Ghost Coverage (5+ threats)
- Bring: Dark moves (Crunch, Brutal Swing, Payback)
- Or: Ghost moves (Shadow Ball, Shadow Claw, Hex)
Steel Coverage (Bronzong, Metang)
- Bring: Fire moves (Incinerate, Flamethrower)
- Or: Fighting moves (Dynamic Punch, Aura Sphere)
- Or: Ground moves (Earthquake, Drill Run)
Ice Coverage (Glalie, Dewgong, Sealeo)
- Bring: Fire moves (Incinerate, Flamethrower)
- Or: Steel types (Bronzong resists)
- Or: Fighting moves
Dragon Coverage (Gyarados, Turtonator, Altaria)
- Bring: Dragon moves (Dragon Breath, Dragon Claw)
- Or: Ice moves (Avalanche, Ice Punch, Icy Wind)
- Or: Fairy moves (Moonblast, Dazzling Gleam)
Battle Strategies
Opening Strategies
Safe Leads:
- Oranguru - Almost never loses lead matchup badly
- Turtonator - Forces shields, good neutral matchups
- Dusclops - Walls physical attackers, farms energy
Aggressive Leads:
- Gyarados - Dragon Breath pressure is immense
- Glalie - Rollout + Shadow Ball catches many off-guard
- Fearow - Fast moves force shields quickly
Risky but Rewarding:
- Bronzong - Achieves 754+ rating vs Glalie/Ice but only 92 rating vs Turtonator
- Claydol - Strong vs Ice (673 vs Glalie) but weak to Water (152 vs Gyarados)
Hard Counter Picks
These Pokémon provide devastating matchups against specific meta threats. Use them strategically in your team of 6 to cover specific weaknesses.
Nuclear Options (Rating ≥800)
Extremely Favorable Matchups - These matchups achieve ratings of 800 or higher:
| Counter Pokémon | Rank | Opponent | Rating | Why It Works |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rapidash-G | #68 | Charizard | 915 | Fairy typing, Body Slam pressure |
| Turtonator | #2 | Bronzong | 907 | Fire typing vs Steel |
| Dodrio | #28 | Froslass | 900 | Brave Bird spam, Flying resist |
| Rufflet | #18 | Dusknoir | 875 | Rock Tomb coverage |
| Emolga | #56 | Fearow | 852 | Electric vs Flying |
| Trumbeak | #34 | Dusknoir | 847 | Rock Blast + Flying moves |
| Fearow | #16 | Dusknoir | 834 | Flying + Drill Run pressure |
| Kommo-o | #46 | Turtonator | 825 | Fighting resist, Dragon moves |
| Zoroark-H | #43 | Froslass | 812 | Ghost/Normal resist combo |
| Drampa | #26 | Turtonator | 804 | Dragon/Normal unique bulk |
| Cetoddle | #27 | Charizard | 800 | Ice pressure, bulk |
| Bronzong | #8 | Glalie | 754 | Steel resists all Ice moves |
| Charizard | #50 | Metang | 666+ | Fire vs Steel/Psychic |
Strategic Counter-Meta Picks
Use these to answer specific team archetypes:
Against Ghost/Psychic Stacks
Vespiquen → Oranguru (700), Drampa (757) Bug-type advantage Cofagrigus → Bronzong (660), Metang (683) Dark Pulse spam Trevenant → Bronzong (805), Marowak-A (729) Foul Play coverage
Against Ice Core Teams
Armarouge → Glalie (756 rating), Fearow (739 rating) Fire/Psychic pressure Skeledirge → Glalie (794 rating), Bronzong (687 rating) Fire/Ghost unique Turtonator → Glalie (548 rating), Bronzong (907 rating) Fire/Dragon coverage
Against Dragon-Heavy Teams
Togetic → Charizard (910 rating), Gyarados (743 rating) Fairy typing Togekiss → Gyarados (704 rating), Drampa (704 rating) Fairy + Aura Sphere Medicham → Drampa (773 rating), Glalie (705 rating) Fighting + Ice Punch
Against Flying-Heavy Teams
Raichu-A → Gyarados (833 rating), Dewgong (743 rating) Electric advantage Emolga → Gyarados (768 rating), Charizard (768 rating) Fast Electric spam
Conclusion
LAIC 2025 meta centers on bulky Ghost/Psychic/Ice cores, with Oranguru, Turtonator, and Runerigus leading ratings.
Appendix: Analysis Methodology
Data Source: 214 ranked Pokémon from LAIC 2025-1500 meta Team Simulations: 19,600 teams analyzed using Battle Flow rating engine Top Performers: 20 highest-rated teams identified from 50 top-ranked Pokémon Evaluation System: 6-component scoring (Lead, Switch, Closer, Consistency, Coverage, Bulk) Matchup Data: Head-to-head battle simulations with shield baiting Format: Bring 6, Show 3 tournament structure
This guide represents comprehensive analysis of tournament-viable Pokémon and optimal team compositions for the Latin America International Championships 2025.