Rerolling in Pokemon Champions is one of the few ways to control your early roster, and the difference between a good pull and a weak one is real. The five Pokemon worth targeting are Garchomp, Hippowdon, Greninja, Wash Rotom, and Archaludon. Each of them works well on their own, slots into most team compositions without heavy support, and stays relevant as you progress. This guide breaks down exactly who to aim for, how the reroll process works, and when you should stop.
Who are the best Pokemon to reroll for?
According to the Game8 Pokemon Champions team, the top reroll targets share a common trait: they perform well even without a fully built supporting team. That matters a lot early on, when your roster is thin and you need Pokemon that can carry their own weight.
Garchomp
Garchomp sits at a 600 base stat total, with 130 Attack and 102 Speed. Its Dragon- and Ground-type move coverage hits a wide range of opponents, and its raw damage output means it rarely needs setup to be useful. Of its two abilities, Rough Skin punishes physical attackers on contact, while Sand Veil boosts evasiveness in sandstorm conditions.
Garchomp fits into almost any team without requiring specific teammates, which makes it one of the safest reroll targets in the game.
Hippowdon
Hippowdon is the pace-controller of this list. With 108 HP, 118 Defense, and 112 Attack, it takes hits and dishes them back. Its real value comes from utility moves like Stealth Rock and Yawn, which limit what the opponent can do and open up windows for your other Pokemon. The Sand Stream ability automatically summons a sandstorm when Hippowdon enters battle, which pairs naturally with its Sand Force ability option for boosted Rock-, Ground-, and Steel-type moves.
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Hippowdon's low Speed is not a liability here. Its job is to absorb pressure and set hazards, not outrun opponents.
Greninja
Greninja is the offensive wildcard. With 122 Speed and 103 Special Attack, it pressures opponents before they can respond. Its Protean ability changes its type to match the move it is about to use, which effectively gives it same-type attack bonus on every hit (once per entry). The Game8 team notes that Greninja remains effective with or without Mega Evolution, which removes a common dependency that makes other attackers harder to use early.
Wash Rotom
Wash Rotom stands apart because of its form-changing flexibility. It can shift roles depending on your team's needs, and moves like Volt Switch keep momentum going by letting you pivot to a favorable matchup. Its 107 Defense and 107 Special Defense give it solid staying power, and the Levitate ability makes it immune to all Ground-type moves, which removes a common coverage weakness.
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Rotom's form-changing capability makes it one of the most adaptable Pokemon on this list. If you are unsure what your team needs, Rotom fills gaps well.
Archaludon
Archaludon brings a rare combination of 125 Special Attack and 130 Defense, making it a genuine two-way threat. It handles Dragon- and Fairy-type Pokemon well, and its ability options are strong across the board. Sturdy prevents a one-hit KO as long as HP is full, Stamina raises Defense each time it takes a hit, and Stalwart ignores opponent abilities and moves that redirect attacks.
Archaludon ability options
How to reroll in Pokemon Champions
The reroll process in Pokemon Champions is more involved than in most gacha games because it requires a new Nintendo account each time. Here is the full sequence:
- Create a new Nintendo account. Progress cannot be reset on an existing account, so each reroll needs a fresh one. Be aware that rerolling is incompatible with linking your account to Pokemon HOME, since that connection ties to your Nintendo account.
- Complete the tutorial and play a ranked battle. You have to use your starting Pokemon in a ranked battle before the Recruit system unlocks. A loss still counts. Finishing this step earns you Rerolling Tickets and VP to use on pulls.
- Note that early gacha results are fixed. According to the Game8 guide, the results from your initial pulls are predetermined, so your starting choices directly affect which Pokemon you receive.
- Recruit additional Pokemon through the Roster Ranch. After progressing past the tutorial phase, the Roster Ranch becomes your main expansion tool.
- Repeat until you land a satisfying roster. The Game8 team recommends stopping when you have secured multiple strong and flexible Pokemon, citing Hippowdon, Mimikyu, and Rotom as solid stopping-point examples.
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Rerolling too many times slows your overall progress. Each reset costs real time, and the gains from an extra reroll cycle diminish quickly once you already have two or three strong Pokemon.
Is rerolling actually worth the time?
The honest answer is: it depends on what you are bringing to the game.
If you are starting fresh with no outside resources, rerolling for a strong opener like Garchomp or Archaludon gives you a real head start in ranked battles. The early game is easier with Pokemon that do not need teammates to function, and a good pull compresses the time it takes to build a competitive roster.
If you plan to transfer Pokemon from Pokemon HOME, the calculus changes. Having a broader pool available from the start reduces how much a single reroll outcome matters, and your time is better spent actually playing rather than resetting.
All five are viable from the moment you get them, which is exactly what you want from a reroll target. For more team-building strategies and the latest Pokemon Champions coverage, browse more guides on GAMES.GG.