Arcanine
A#0059 · Gen 1 · BST 555
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
EV Spread Calculator
Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 165 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 130 | 100 | 120 | 100 | 115 |
| Lonely | 143 ▲ | 90 ▼ | 120 | 100 | 115 |
| Brave | 143 ▲ | 100 | 120 | 100 | 103 ▼ |
| Adamant | 143 ▲ | 100 | 108 ▼ | 100 | 115 |
| Naughty | 143 ▲ | 100 | 120 | 90 ▼ | 115 |
| Bold | 117 ▼ | 110 ▲ | 120 | 100 | 115 |
| Docile(neutral) | 130 | 100 | 120 | 100 | 115 |
| Relaxed | 130 | 110 ▲ | 120 | 100 | 103 ▼ |
| Impish | 130 | 110 ▲ | 108 ▼ | 100 | 115 |
| Lax | 130 | 110 ▲ | 120 | 90 ▼ | 115 |
| Timid | 117 ▼ | 100 | 120 | 100 | 126 ▲ |
| Hasty | 130 | 90 ▼ | 120 | 100 | 126 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 130 | 100 | 120 | 100 | 115 |
| Jolly | 130 | 100 | 108 ▼ | 100 | 126 ▲ |
| Naive | 130 | 100 | 120 | 90 ▼ | 126 ▲ |
| Modest | 117 ▼ | 100 | 132 ▲ | 100 | 115 |
| Mild | 130 | 90 ▼ | 132 ▲ | 100 | 115 |
| Quiet | 130 | 100 | 132 ▲ | 100 | 103 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 130 | 100 | 120 | 100 | 115 |
| Rash | 130 | 100 | 132 ▲ | 90 ▼ | 115 |
| Calm | 117 ▼ | 100 | 120 | 110 ▲ | 115 |
| Gentle | 130 | 90 ▼ | 120 | 110 ▲ | 115 |
| Sassy | 130 | 100 | 120 | 110 ▲ | 103 ▼ |
| Careful | 130 | 100 | 108 ▼ | 110 ▲ | 115 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 130 | 100 | 120 | 100 | 115 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Arcanine is a Fire-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Dialga Origin and checked by Palkia Origin. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.
Strengths
- + Fire-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 Palkia Origin
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Arcanine'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 Arcanine, 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
- Special
Reliable single-target Fire STAB.
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Spread Fire damage hitting both foes.
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PhysicalSpread Rock move with a flinch chance.
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PhysicalSpread Ground move hitting all adjacent (incl. ally).
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PhysicalDeals damage then switches the user out.
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Suggested usage notes
Arcanine 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 Arcaninewith 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 Arcanine good in ChampionsVGC?
Arcanine can fit a physical attacker role, commonly alongside Dialga Origin and kept in check by Palkia Origin. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.
＋What types is Arcanine?
Arcanine is Fire-type.