poison type

Arbok

C

#0024 · Gen 1 · BST 448

Poison
Legal M-A
Usage rate
2.9%
Estimated win rate49.0%

Base stats

HP60
Atk95
Def69
SpA65
SpD79
Spe80

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP135
Atk115
Def89
SpA85
SpD99
Spe100

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP135
Atk115
Def89
SpA85
SpD99
Spe100

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 135 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)115898599100
Lonely126808599100
Brave12689859990
Adamant126897699100
Naughty126898589100
Bold103978599100
Docile(neutral)115898599100
Relaxed11597859990
Impish115977699100
Lax115978589100
Timid103898599110
Hasty115808599110
Serious(neutral)115898599100
Jolly115897699110
Naive115898589110
Modest103899399100
Mild115809399100
Quiet11589939990
Bashful(neutral)115898599100
Rash115899389100
Calm1038985108100
Gentle1158085108100
Sassy115898510890
Careful1158976108100
Quirky(neutral)115898599100

Role · Legality

Physical Attacker

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Arbok is a Poison-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Yveltal and checked by Metagross Mega. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Poison-type STAB options
  • + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
  • + Pairs well with Yveltal

Weaknesses

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

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Arbok'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 Arbok, 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

  • poison type
    Special

    Special Poison STAB with a poison chance.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • poison type
    Physical

    High-power physical Poison STAB.

    Pow
    120
    Acc
    80%
    PP
    5
  • 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
  • normal type
    StatusPriority +4

    Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.

    Pow
    Acc
    PP
    10

Suggested usage notes

Arbok 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 Arbokwith 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 Arbok good in ChampionsVGC?

Arbok can fit a physical attacker role, commonly alongside Yveltal and kept in check by Metagross Mega. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

What types is Arbok?

Arbok is Poison-type.

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