If there were to be a list of iconic or legendary starters in the Pokémon world across all the generations, the Hoenn Fire-type would surely make it to the front row according to the majority. May’s iconic catch as a Torchic, evolved fully in the anime, as it would also, in the game. In this Pokémon Unite Blaziken guide, we have entirely discussed how to play with Blaziken, the All-rounder, from start to end. One must make sure to read till the end to know about this Generation III starter. Blaziken is a melee-type Physical damage-based All-rounder, which requires expert-level handling. It has a dual-mode mechanism, much like Urshifu, but slightly different.
Blaziken: In-game Cost
Blaziken is available in the Pokémon Unite Committee for 575 Aeos gems. The exchange for coins would only be possible after 1 week from its release, for either 12000 or 14000 Aeos coins. Players can also obtain a 3-day limited license of Blaziken as a commemorative login reward.
Blaziken: Evolution
| Level 1 | Level 5 | Level 7 |
|---|---|---|
 |  |  |
| Torchic | Combusken | Blaziken |
Pokémon Unite Blaziken Guide: Blaziken and its movesets
As expected, Blaziken has a combination of Flying-type, Fighting-type, and most importantly, an arsenal of Fire-type moves, which proves how flexible Blaziken was in terms of movesets, in the anime. Here are the details of those movesets in Pokémon Unite.
Basic Attack
The Basic Attack deals damage to nearby opposing Pokémon. If the user is in Kick style, its basic attacks’ AoE is increased. If the user is in Punch style, its basic attack speed is increased. The Kick and Punch style mechanism will be discussed later.)
Passive- Blaze
The job of this ability is, that when the Pokémon hits an opposing Pokémon with a basic attack or move, that opposing Pokémon will receive a fire fragment. Hitting an opposing Pokémon that has a fire fragment 5 times with a basic attack or move will deal additional damage and restore the user’s HP. When the Pokémon with this Ability is at half HP or lower, more HP is restored.
Ability 1- Ember
This fire-type move has the user release a small ball of fire in the designated direction, dealing damage to opposing Pokémon it hits and decreasing their movement speed.
- Type- Ranged
- CD- 9s
Ability 1 upgrades at Level 5
At Level 5, Ember evolves into either of these 2 moves based on your choice:
| Focus Blast | Blaze Kick |
|---|---|
| This fighting-type move has the user fire a ball of focused energy in the designated direction. The ball of focused energy explodes upon hitting an opposing Pokémon or after travelling a set distance, dealing damage to the opponent Pokémon in the explosion’s area of effect and decreasing their movement speed. Type– Ranged CD- 9s | This fire-type move makes the user unleash a kick while leaping toward the designated location, dealing damage to opposing Pokémon it hits and shoving them. The shoved opponent will have their movement speed decreased for a short time. If the shoved opposing Pokémon come in contact with a wall, they will be left unable to act instead of having their movement speed decreased. Type– Hindrance CD- 10s |
| Upgrade: Strengthens the movement speed decrease. | Upgrade: Strengthens this move’s movement speed decrease and increases the time opposing Pokémon are left unable to act. |
Ability 2- Aerial Ace
- Type- Dash
- CD- 7.5s
This flying-type move has the user dash in the designated direction, slashing in front of itself and dealing damage to opposing Pokémon it hits. When the user hits an opposing Pokémon with this move, for a short time, this move can be used again once only.
Ability 2 upgrades at Level 7
At Level 7, Aerial Ace evolves into either of these 2 moves, based on your choice.
| Fire Punch | Overheat |
| This fire-type move has the user start charging power in place. If this move is used again after the user has started charging, the user unleashes a flaming kick in the designated direction, dealing damage to the opposing Pokémon it hits. The longer power is charged, the more damage this move deals. If the user charges a set amount of power or more, this move also shoves the opposing Pokémon it hits. Type- Melee CD- 7.5s | This fire-type move has the user start charging power in place. If this move is used again after the user has started charging, the user unleashes a flaming kick in the designated direction, dealing damage to the opposing Pokémon it hits. The longer power is charged, the more damage this move deals. If the user charges a set amount of power or more, this move also shoves the opposing Pokémon it hits. Type- Melee CD- 7.5s |
| Upgrade: Increases the damage dealt to opposing Pokémon. | Upgrade: Increases the damage dealt to opposing Pokémon. |
Unite Move(s)- Spinning Flame Kick/ Fist
The Fist has the user do a flaming punch around itself, dealing damage to nearby opposing Pokémon it hits and increasing the user’s movement speed for a short time. After using this move, the user switches to punch style.
The Kick style has the user do a flaming punch around itself, dealing damage to nearby opposing Pokémon it hits and increasing the user’s movement speed for a short time. After using this move, the user switches to punch style.
Best items for Blaziken in Pokémon Unite
Further in this guide, we will discuss the best-held items for Blaziken in Pokémon Unite, as well as its best battle item.
Best held Items
| Item | Utility |
| Focus Band | Helps recover health during intense 1v1 battles. |
| Razor Claw | Razor Claw synergizes well with Blaziken’s combos, allowing its attacks to deal increased damage and slow targets after using a move since it is a melee-type Pokémon. |
| Muscle Band | It would go well with the Basic Attack and Blaze synergy. |
Based on gameplay and suggestions from many sources, these 3 may be the best item build for Blaziken. However, players can also try the following builds.
- Attack Weight, Scope Lens, Razor Claw
- Focus Band, Muscle Band, Weakness Policy
- Focus Band, Razor Claw, Muscle Band
Best Battle Items
- The Eject Button can help during the combo moves.
- X-Speed can help with mobility.
Pokémon Unite Blaziken Gameplay Tips
Our Pokémon Unite Blaziken guide includes the perfect game plan for the early and late games during Unite battles.
Early Game
Early into the game, Blaziken will be able to learn both Aerial Ace and Ember as its first moves upon reaching level 3. Go with Aerial Ace first so Blaziken can traverse along the lanes faster to farm Wild Pokémon. Ember is okay upon reaching level 3. Learn Aerial Ace first, as said earlier, to move quickly and farm along the lane.
Farm nearby enemies (to the goal zone) first and try to at least reach level 3 quickly to learn Ember for a ranged move. Beware of enemies, keep them away with Ember. Farm the Altaria in the middle of the lane, gain more levels quickly, and try to score for more exp. boosts for quick leveling up. Help your allies with the match objectives every time. Be aggressive once you get the level 5 alternative moves. Try to reach Level 8 to the earliest.
Late Game
Once at Level 8, switch between kick and fist modes frequently for a more aggressive build. Try out several combos, and farm out to the maximum, instead, keep pushing lanes while switching between Spinning Flame Fist and Spinning Flame Kick modes as required to unleash combos against enemies and then complete objectives. Try to reach at least level 13 when Rayquaza arrives. Try out this combo > Focus Blast > Fire Punch > Fire Punch > Spinning Flame Kick > Blaze Kick > Overheat, late in the game.
Positioning of Blaziken
All-rounders are named so for a reason, However, prioritize the bottom lane if on aggressive mode. However, farming in the middle once in a while won’t hurt. Especially, try switching between lanes, try to use the mobility of the Pokémon.
Blaziken with other Pokémon
Our Pokémon Unite guide will also look at the combination of Blaziken with other Pokémon during Unite battles.
Best Synergies with Blaziken
| Pokémon | Synergy Benefits |
| Slowbro | It can immobilize opponents while Blaziken performs the combos and switches its modes if necessary. |
| Blissey | A dedicated Supporter that can heal, as well as deal damage. |
| Alolan Ninetales | AoE disabling moves like Dazzling Gleam by the Pokémon can help Blaziken carry out the combos. |
Pokémon that are strong and weak against Blaziken
| Strong against | Weak against |
| Zlolan Ninetales | Chandelure |
| Slowbro | Decidueye |
| Zacian | Charizard |
| Snorlax | Umbreon |
| Mewtwo | Leafeon |
Pokémon Unite Blaziken Guide: Tips, tricks and strategies
This guide will also discuss some tips and tricks for playing the defender Blaziken in Pokémon Unite.
- Regardless of whether one wants to switch the modes with Unite Move or not, it would be wise to evolve to Level 8 as soon as possible.
- Despite the ability to switch between moves, Fire Punch and Focus Blast offer more benefits for Blaziken. The moves allow faster combat and are easy to master.
- Although Overheat deals the maximum damage, dodging it is easy for the opponents, so be unpredictable while launching it.
- Blaze Kick is useful when hitting enemies against the wall, ambush the opponents against the wall with this move.
- Try out this combo> Blaze Kick > Overheat > Spinning Flame Fist > Fire Punch > Fire Punch > Focus Blast.
- Also, switch styles when needed to take on enemies as per the situation, and get the full amount of damage with your combos.
- Lastly, players must avoid using it much in Ranked Matches until they master all of its moves and playing style. They should use offline mode or Standard Battles as their Practice Arena.
Final Thoughts
People are saying, this is finally the Pokémon that can overthrow Zacian and Mewtwos as the ‘broken All-rounder’ in the roster. Undoubtedly Blaziken is a top-notch choice currently and would get a deserved amount of hype, as it got in the anime too. Now, the wait for Mimikyu and another starter (Meowscarada) begins.
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