Best moveset and nature for Mawile in Pokemon Legends Z-A

Mawile moveset and nature choices in Pokemon Legends Z-A play a huge role in how well this Steel- and Fairy-type critter performs in battle. Overlooked in earlier generations, the Pocket Monster found its footing when it gained the Fairy typing and a Mega Evolution.

Now, in Legends Z-A, despite losing access to Abilities, Mawile remains a solid pick for players who enjoy a strategic, hard-hitting Pocket Monster with a vibrant personality. Read on to learn more about the best moveset and nature for this Pokemon.

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Best moveset for Mawile in Pokemon Legends Z-A

Mawile’s battle performance in Pokemon Legends Z-A largely depends on having a well-balanced moveset that lets it handle multiple matchups. A reliable combination includes Play Rough, Iron Head, Knock Off, and Power-Up Punch.

Play Rough and Iron Head are your strongest STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) moves. Play Rough gives Mawile powerful Fairy-type coverage against Dragons and Fighting-types, while Iron Head is great for hitting Ice- and Rock-type foes. Both also have a chance to cause secondary effects, such as lowering stats or causing flinches, which can shift the tide of a battle.

Knock Off is a fantastic utility move that does more than just damage. It removes the target’s held item, which can heavily disrupt opponents relying on Leftovers or Focus Sashes. Mawile learns this attack early, making it a staple for both story progression and competitive use.

Finally, Power-Up Punch rounds off the moveset nicely. It not only provides coverage against Steel-, Rock-, and Ice-type creatures but also raises its Attack with every hit. Teaching this move through TM018, found in Wild Zone 9, helps Mawile keep up its offensive pressure as battles go on.

Having a solid moveset is important for your Pokemon (Image via The Pokemon Company)

While it’s true that Mawile has lost the Huge Power ability that once doubled its Attack, Legends Z-A compensates by increasing Mega Mawile’s Attack stat from 105 to 147. This ensures it can still pack a punch in both casual and competitive formats.

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Best nature for Mawile in Pokemon Legends Z-A

Choosing the right nature for your Pokemon is just as important as selecting its moves. A Jolly nature (+Speed, -Special Attack) is highly recommended for Mawile. This boosts its Speed, helping it strike before slower opponents, especially in critical matchups where one turn can decide the outcome.

Choosing the right nature for your Pokemon is very important (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Players can purchase a Jolly Mint from the vendor located in Vert Sector 6, making it easy to modify their Pokemon’s nature if needed. Since most of Mawile's attacks are physical, sacrificing Special Attack doesn’t affect its overall performance.

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Stats and location for Mawile

You can find Mawile in several locations throughout Pokemon Legends Z-A, including Wild Zones 9 and 17, as well as Bleu, Jaune, Magenta, Rouge, and Vert Districts.

Here are its base stats:

• HP: 50
• Attack: 85
• Defense: 85
• Special Attack: 55
• Special Defense: 55
• Speed: 50

These base stats show that this Steel- and Fairy-type Pokemon has moderate Attack and Defense but struggles with low Speed and HP, making it more suited for short bursts of offense or defensive switch-ins.

When Mega Evolved, its stats improve considerably:

• HP: 50
• Attack: 147
• Defense: 125
• Special Attack: 55
• Special Defense: 95
• Speed: 50

Mega Mawile’s balanced bulk and high Attack make it a capable offensive tank despite the lack of Abilities. With a smart combination of moves and the right nature, it can easily take down many opponents in Pokemon Legends Z-A.

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