Pokemon Unite Ho-Oh movesets reportedly leaked

The third anniversary of Pokemon Unite is almost upon us, and with it comes a wave of excitement and anticipation. Starting July 19, the legendary Pokemon Ho-Oh will be officially joining the battle on Aeos Island as the newest EX license. Alongside this exciting addition, players can look forward to celebratory events, special deals, and more.

While official information has been limited, notable leaks have surfaced, revealing Ho-Oh's movesets in Pokemon Unite. These leaks by Twitter user @ElChicoEevee, give us an in-depth look at what to expect from the new defender.

Note: The article is based on leaks, so the information should be taken with a grain of salt.

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Leaked Ho-Oh in Pokemon Unite: Role and basic stats

Ho-Oh is reportedly going to an EX defender (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Role: Defender

Ho-Oh is set to take on the role of a Defender in Pokemon Unite. Defenders are known for their durability and their ability to protect their teammates by soaking up damage. Ho-Oh's skill set seems tailored to enhance these attributes, ensuring it is a formidable presence on the battlefield.

Passive Ability: Regenerator

Ho-Oh's passive ability, Regenerator, gradually recovers its HP if it doesn't take damage from opposing Pokemon for a set period. It reportedly heals 1.20% of its HP every two seconds, but this number is subject to change as the leak may not be entirely accurate.

Basic Attack

Ho-Oh's basic attack becomes a boosted attack with every third hit, shooting out a sweeping flame that deals increased damage and restores Ho-Oh's HP. Notably, hitting multiple Pokemon with a boosted attack increases the amount of HP restored.

• Normal Damage: 100% Attack
• Boosted Damage: 150% Attack and recovers 4% of Max HP

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Leaked Ho-Oh in Pokemon Unite: Moveset details

1) Safeguard

Ho-Oh using Safeguard (Image via @ElChicoEevee)

Cooldown: Five seconds

Ho-Oh creates a protective field that reduces damage taken from the next attack by 50% and increases Ho-Oh's movement speed by 40% for a short time if the field absorbs damage.

2) Tailwind

Ho-Oh using Tailwind (Image via @ElChicoEevee)

Cooldown: Six seconds

Ho-Oh whips up a whirlwind in a designated direction, dealing damage to opposing Pokemon and remaining on the field for a short time. Ally Pokemon moving in the same direction as the whirlwind have their movement speed increased by 30%, while opposing Pokemon moving against it have their movement speed decreased by 30% for 0.5 seconds.

• Damage: 140% Attack + 3 x (Level - 1) + 500

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3) Fly

Ho-Oh using Fly (Image via @ElChicoEevee)

Cooldown: Eight seconds

Ho-Oh flies higher, allowing it to move freely over walls and increasing its movement speed and Attack by 30% and 40%, respectively, for eight seconds. The next three basic attacks after using Fly become boosted attacks. When used again, Ho-Oh lands forcefully, dealing damage to nearby opposing Pokemon.

• Landing Damage: 90% Attack + 4 x (Level - 1) + 210
• Level 13 Upgrade: Increases flight duration from 8 seconds to 12 seconds

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4) Fire Spin

Ho-Oh using Fire Spin (Image via @ElChicoEevee)

Ho-Oh generates a blazing vortex around itself, dealing damage and applying a slowing effect to opposing Pokemon. It redirects a portion of damage taken by ally Pokemon inside the vortex to itself. At the start of this move, Ho-Oh receives a shield effect that ends if the shield is lost.

If a set amount of time passes or if the move is used again, Ho-Oh releases a heat wave around itself dealing additional damage. The more damage Ho-Oh takes while shielded, the more damage the heat wave deals.

• Shield: 30% of Max HP for 4 seconds
• Vortex Damage: 60% Attack + 1 x (Level - 1) + 50
• Explosion Damage: 260% Attack + 10 x (Level - 1) + 330
• Level 13 Upgrade: Automatically releases a heat wave when the shield is lost

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5) Flamethrower

Ho-Oh using Flamethrower (Image via @ElChicoEevee)

Cooldown: Six seconds

Ho-Oh blows flames in a designated direction, dealing damage to opposing Pokemon. The move’s cooldown increases the longer Ho-Oh blows flames. If Ho-Oh hits opposing Pokemon, it recovers HP.

Continuously hitting opposing Pokemon with Flamethrower burns them, decreasing their movement speed and leaving behind scorched ground that also burns and slows opposing Pokemon.

• Damage: 40% Attack + 2 x (Level - 1) + 60
• Scorching Ground Damage: 20% Attack + 0 x (Level - 1) + 20
• Burn Duration: 0.15 seconds, 20 Attack
• Burn Slow: 25% for 1.5 seconds
• Level 11 Upgrade: Increases flame duration and reduces cooldown

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6) Sky Attack

Ho-Oh using Sky Attack (Image via @ElChicoEevee)

Cooldown: Eight seconds

Ho-Oh spreads its wings and charges, then returns to its original position, dealing damage and burning the ground along its flight path. The burning ground deals damage and slows opposing Pokemon. The move can be stopped mid-charge by using it again or using another move.

• Damage: 150% Attack + 19 x (Level - 1) + 500
• Burn Damage: 100 Attack per second for 1 second
• Burn Slow: 30% for 1.5 seconds
• Level 11 Upgrade: Gradually restores HP while on burning ground

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Leaked Ho-Oh in Pokemon Unite: Unite Move

Ho-Oh using its Unite Move (Image via @ElChicoEevee)

Rekindling Flame

Cooldown: 112 seconds

When a nearby ally Pokemon is knocked out, a feather is left in its place for a short time. Ho-Oh spreads its wings and consumes all its Aeos energy to revive knocked-out ally Pokemon, returning them to battle at their respective feathers. The more Aeos energy consumed, the more ally Pokemon are revived. Revived allies respawn with 50% of their Max HP.

• Damage: 120% Attack + 5 x (Level - 1) + 280

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With the release of a new EX licence, Ho-Oh, Pokemon Unite is set to introduce a versatile and fresh presence on the battfield. Ho-Oh’s moveset, which combines defensive capabilities with supportive elements, will likely make it a valuable addition to any team.

Players are eagerly awaiting the official release and confirmation of these details on July 19. Until then, the leaked movesets give us a tantalizing glimpse into the fiery potential of Ho-Oh on Pokemon Unite's Aeos Island.