Dynamax Hatterene

In terms of Dynamax, we currently have a major lack of Fairy Type damage dealers available. For this reason, Dynamax hatterene may very well be an extremely tempting option. It's got a high Attack stat for a Fairy Type, and its Psychic sub-typing can be situationally very useful. But just how worthwhile is it in actuality?

Well, right now it's pretty solid. Its primary competition as of right is pretty strong, though Hatterene has the advantage of being one of our only counters to most theoretical Dynamax Dragons, and can also potentially tank Dragons thanks to its double-resistance.... though better options definitely exist, and relying on the super-slow Charm means it's not going to use its Max Moves super often. It also has GREAT performance against Fighting Types, and is pretty solid against Dark Types too. But the big problem here is the fact that it's 100% guaranteed to be outclassed. Gigantamax Hatterene is this, but objectively better due to the fact that it has a stronger Max Move while using Psycho Cut and still throw out a Fairy Type Max Move. Honestly, it's no real contest. Hatterene is okay right now, but it's destined to be outclassed.

Best Dynamax Movesets

• Despite the fact that Dynamax Hatterene's Fairy Type damage output is generally its more useful aspect, Charm's slow window means its Psychic Type performance with Psycho Cut is going to be stronger in general. This is also the Fast Move of choice for Defense.
• Charm is the way to go for Fairy Type damage. But, again, it's slow, so Hatterene will tend to lag behind in terms of Max Moves.

In terms of PvP performance, Dynamax Pokemon are virtually identical to their non-Dynamax counterparts.