dark type

Absol

C

#0359 · Gen 3 · BST 465

Dark
Legal M-A
Usage rate
5.5%
Estimated win rate49.3%

Base stats

HP65
Atk130
Def60
SpA75
SpD60
Spe75

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP140
Atk150
Def80
SpA95
SpD80
Spe95

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP140
Atk150
Def80
SpA95
SpD80
Spe95

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 140 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)15080958095
Lonely16572958095
Brave16580958085
Adamant16580858095
Naughty16580957295
Bold13588958095
Docile(neutral)15080958095
Relaxed15088958085
Impish15088858095
Lax15088957295
Timid135809580104
Hasty150729580104
Serious(neutral)15080958095
Jolly150808580104
Naive150809572104
Modest135801048095
Mild150721048095
Quiet150801048085
Bashful(neutral)15080958095
Rash150801047295
Calm13580958895
Gentle15072958895
Sassy15080958885
Careful15080858895
Quirky(neutral)15080958095

Role · Legality

Physical Attacker

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Absol is a Dark-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Eternatus Eternamax and checked by Zacian Crowned. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Dark-type STAB options
  • + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
  • + Pairs well with Eternatus Eternamax

Weaknesses

  • Depends on team support
  • Matchup dependent
  • Watch out for Zacian Crowned

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Absol's role in the current VGC metagame. Check the base stats and Level 50 benchmarks to plan your EV spreads. Review common moves, items, abilities and Tera types to see what the community uses most. The partners section shows which Pokémon pair well with Absol, while counters and checks highlight what to watch out for in team preview.

Last updated: July 2026 (Regulation Set M-A). Data is based on available competitive trends and editorial review.

Common builds & options

Moves

  • dark type
    Special

    Special Dark STAB with a flinch chance.

    Pow
    80
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • dark type
    Physical

    Removes the target's item; +50% power if it had one.

    Pow
    65
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    20
  • rock type
    Physical

    Spread Rock move with a flinch chance.

    Pow
    75
    Acc
    90%
    PP
    10
  • ground type
    Physical

    Spread Ground move hitting all adjacent (incl. ally).

    Pow
    100
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • bug type
    Physical

    Deals damage then switches the user out.

    Pow
    70
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    20

Suggested usage notes

Absol performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Physical Attacker Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.

When teambuilding, pair Absolwith Pokémon that cover its type weaknesses (see counters section below) and provide the speed control or redirection it needs to function. Review the common moves and items section for established sets, then adjust based on your team's specific needs.

Partners · Counters · Checks

Frequently asked questions

Is Absol good in ChampionsVGC?

Absol can fit a physical attacker role, commonly alongside Eternatus Eternamax and kept in check by Zacian Crowned. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

What types is Absol?

Absol is Dark-type.

All figures are estimated trends based on available data and do not guarantee competitive results. Matchups are situational.