water type

Araquanid

C

#0752 · Gen 7 · BST 454

WaterBug
Legal M-A
Usage rate
3.4%
Estimated win rate49.1%

Base stats

HP68
Atk70
Def92
SpA50
SpD132
Spe42

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP143
Atk90
Def112
SpA70
SpD152
Spe62

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP143
Atk90
Def112
SpA70
SpD152
Spe62

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 143 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)901127015262
Lonely991007015262
Brave991127015255
Adamant991126315262
Naughty991127013662
Bold811237015262
Docile(neutral)901127015262
Relaxed901237015255
Impish901236315262
Lax901237013662
Timid811127015268
Hasty901007015268
Serious(neutral)901127015262
Jolly901126315268
Naive901127013668
Modest811127715262
Mild901007715262
Quiet901127715255
Bashful(neutral)901127015262
Rash901127713662
Calm811127016762
Gentle901007016762
Sassy901127016755
Careful901126316762
Quirky(neutral)901127015262

Role · Legality

SupportTrick Room

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Araquanid is a Water/Bug-type Pokémon that tends to fit a support role in VGC, commonly paired with Dialga Origin and checked by Salamence Mega. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Water-type STAB options
  • + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
  • + Pairs well with Dialga Origin

Weaknesses

  • Depends on team support
  • Matchup dependent
  • Watch out for Salamence Mega

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Araquanid'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 Araquanid, 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

  • water type
    Special

    Spread Water move hitting all adjacent Pokémon.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • water type
    Special

    High-power Water STAB.

    Pow
    110
    Acc
    80%
    PP
    5
  • bug type
    Special

    Special Bug STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • bug type
    Physical

    Deals damage then switches the user out.

    Pow
    70
    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

Suggested usage notes

Araquanid performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Support and Trick Room Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.

When teambuilding, pair Araquanidwith 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 Araquanid good in ChampionsVGC?

Araquanid can fit a support role, commonly alongside Dialga Origin and kept in check by Salamence Mega. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

What types is Araquanid?

Araquanid is Water/Bug-type.

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