Note on the Best Attacker by Type List: Outdated

We are currently working on this list, but we also plan to wait to finish it until we know what exactly Mega Evolution will entail. Until that time, please be patient, and know what we have not forgotten about this resource!

Original Article

In the past, we've calculated top performers by type and how future-proof they are estimated to be based purely on given stats and existing movesets and the stats/potential existing movesets of upcoming Pokemon. However, it's become obvious that with signature moves and added effects such as Shadow Formes, our estimates of future-proofing could change at any point in time.

Shadow Pokemon Note

While a listed non-shadow may be viable in-and-of itself, a shadow forme of a given Pokemon is currently always superior to its non-shadow forme.