Many are still scouring the Pokemon-like MMORPG Temtem for the strongest creatures in the land. Interestingly, some of the Temtem you can catch early on make for some of the best creatures to have on your team, which is a nice breath of fresh air in the genre.
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PostsWhile this list is likely to become dated over time, with the game constantly evolving, and adding powerful monsters to the roster, here are the best ones you can catch, especially if you're thinking of dipping your toes in the competitive scene.
Updated March 26, 2025 by Jon Eakin: Temtem continues to plug along, even if the dedicated players are crying out for news of a proper sequel. The bright side is that it means you have plenty of time to perfect your Temtem team, so we've updated this list with new entries and features so you can craft the most powerful squad of all.
28 Tyranak
The Volcanic King
Tyranak can only be obtained by hatching the egg obtained in Anak Volcano, so keep that in mind if you want to add this prehistoric Temtem to your team. It's worth doing. Tyranak is one of the best utility picks.
With a great spread of stats, access to a variety of moves, and a single weakness in the form of Toxic, Tyranak can slot comfortably into any team and perform to a high level. If you love dinosaurs then this is the Temtem for you.
Name
Tyranak
No.
#165
Type
Fire/Nature
Traits
Intimidator
Frightening
Locations
Egg from Anak Volcano
27 Osukai
Get Physical
Name
Osukai
No.
#068
Type
Earth/Melee
Traits
Sensei
Body Stretch
Locations
Aisha's Hearth
Osukai should be at the top of your list when you're considering Temtem who specialize in the physical. With one of the highest physical attack stats in the game, and solid physical defense to go with it, Osukai is no slouch.
The downside is that Osukai doesn't hold up very well against special attackers, so keep that in mind. Also watch out for the Sensei trait. It flips whether an attack uses physical or special. That may mean you need to pick moves counter to how you normally would.
26 Hedgine
Sonic The Hedgine
Name
Hedgine
No.
#065
Type
Digital/Fire
Traits
Gotta Go Fast
Going Away Gift
Locations
Only obtained via evolution
This Digital/Fire Temtem is all about one thing above all else, speed. The Gotta Go Fast trait is more than just a reference to the speedy Sonic; it changes low and normal-priority moves to high-priority moves, meaning you'll almost always be sure that Hedgine is going first in battle.
Hedgine is on the fragile side, with quite a few weaknesses, but if you build a strategy around speed and the access it has to some quality moves, you should be able to handle whatever comes your way.
25 Nessla
Go On The Offense
Name
Nessla
No.
#123
Type
Water/Electric
Traits
Electric Synthesize
Hydrologist
Locations
Thalassian Cliffs
Sillaro River
Mines of Mictlan (Gift)
Rice Fields
Sacred Lake
Nessla is an interesting Electric and Water type that has brutal offensive potential. This is because it has a naturally high Attack and a Special Attack with some powerful abilities. Most of Nessla’s attacks are designed to inflict status effects as well.
For instance, Defibrillator not only damages the opponent but causes them to become isolated and unable to synergize with others. Nessla also has a unique advantage with its typing to inflict both Electric and Water-type attacks, making it hard to counter.
24 Gazuma
More Than Meets The Eye
Name
Gazuma
No.
#114
Type
Electric/Wind
Traits
Receptive
Fast Charge
Locations
Matope Road
Pillars of Highabove
Gazuma is an Electric Temtem tucked away in Matope Road and the Pillar of Highabove. This kind-looking Temtem may not seem like it, but it’s one of the stronger Temtem in the game right now. The reason for this is that it has an incredible Special Defense stat — in fact, it’s one of the highest.
It isn’t meant for tanking, and instead functions as a durable support or heavy hitter. It can use techniques like Sparks and Nimble to boost Special Attack and Speed, respectively. Alternatively, it can use techniques like Drill Impact and Turbo Charge to do some serious damage, and it has some great spread moves to hit both opposing Temtem at the same time. Gazuma's adaptability and durability are what make this Temtem so valuable.
23 Saipat
Never Says Die
Name
Saipat
No.
#069
Type
Water/Melee
Traits
Amphibian
Toxic Affinity
Locations
Saipark
Thalassian Cliffs
Arissola Dojo
Gifted Bridges
Windward Fort
Sillaro River
Aguamarina Caves
Xolot Reservoir
Rice Fields
Saipat has an incredible HP and Attack stat, making it a great tanky Temtemthat has the dual type of Water/Melee. Its primary advantage in combat is its ability to use a variety of elemental techniques. Saipat can unleash a combination of Water, Melee, Neutral, Toxic, and even Fire attacks.
This helps tremendously in PVE as Saipat can fill the holes in a team’s elemental coverage. In PVP, other players will be unsure how to counter Saipat given its versatility. It may not have great Stamina or Special Defense, but if used properly, it won’t need it.
22 Raican
No Frills
Name
Raican
No.
#059
Type
Fire
Traits
Prideful
Motivator
Locations
Altar of the Inner Flame
Raican is a Fire-type that must be evolved from a Raize, which is evolved from a Raiber, rarely found in The Glassyway or more commonly in the Anak Volcano. It’s worth the effort though, as Raican makes a great brawler thanks to a nice balance of HP, Attack, and Defense.
Basically, this is a straightforward damage-dealer in combat using techniques like Fire Flame or Fierce Claw. It’s a good strategy to couple Raican with a healer or supportive tank, like Kinu or Barnshe, to keep it alive and ready to dish out more damage.
21 Saku
Still Solid
Name
Saku
No.
#049
Type
Nature/Wind
Traits
Air Specialist
Botanist
Locations
The Canopath
The Glassyway
Kupeleleza
Saku, while having fallen a little out of favor, is one of the better Temtem in the game. They’re a Nature/Wind type found in a number of places like The Gifted Bridges, The Canopath, The Glassyway, and the Kupeleleza, but given their rarity, it’s best to catch a more common Kaku in the same places and level it up. Stat-wise, it's not terribly impressive, but what is impressive is its techniques.
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PostsNarcoleptic Hit will deal damage and can put the enemy to sleep for two turns, Toxic Spore will apply Poison for three turns, and Urushiol will deal damage and, when synergized with a good Toxic ally like Platimous, can apply Poison for a whopping four turns. The idea is to knock the enemy out, apply Poison, then either begin pummeling or boost Saku with Shy Shield for Defense and Nimble for Speed for round two.
20 Anatan
Solid Stats
Name
Anatan
No.
#162
Type
Crystal/Fire
Traits
Self-Care
Protective Crystal
Locations
Only obtained via evolution
This Temtem is a cool-looking Crystal/Fire type that is resistant to many things, but weak to Earth, Melee, and Water types. The only way to obtain one is to evolve it from Anahir, which itself can be obtained in the Anak Volcano as a gift.
It has incredible Defense and Special Defense, giving it great durability. It doesn’t have too many tank-like techniques, but it does have some strong attacks like Head Charge, Meteor Swarm, and Fiery Soul. Anatan is best when paired with another Fire or Melee-type.
19 Vulffy
Standing Strong
Name
Vluffy
No.
#144
Type
Earth/Nature
Traits
Burglar
Team Elusive
Locations
Jino Gap
Tasa Desert
When constructing teams in such games, most people focus on offensive capabilities and/or damage output as it provides the clearest indication of usefulness. The truth is a team should be well-rounded and have a bit of everything.
A defensive stalwart, for example, gives a team a living wall that can soak up damage while a strategy is conceived. That's where Vulffy comes in, as it has a great Special Defense rating of 85. Given the right matchup, this Nature and Earth type can come in clutch as it's an amazing defensive typing.
