Articuno
A#0144 · Gen 1 · BST 580
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) | 105 | 120 | 115 | 145 | 105 |
| Lonely | 115 ▲ | 108 ▼ | 115 | 145 | 105 |
| Brave | 115 ▲ | 120 | 115 | 145 | 94 ▼ |
| Adamant | 115 ▲ | 120 | 103 ▼ | 145 | 105 |
| Naughty | 115 ▲ | 120 | 115 | 130 ▼ | 105 |
| Bold | 94 ▼ | 132 ▲ | 115 | 145 | 105 |
| Docile(neutral) | 105 | 120 | 115 | 145 | 105 |
| Relaxed | 105 | 132 ▲ | 115 | 145 | 94 ▼ |
| Impish | 105 | 132 ▲ | 103 ▼ | 145 | 105 |
| Lax | 105 | 132 ▲ | 115 | 130 ▼ | 105 |
| Timid | 94 ▼ | 120 | 115 | 145 | 115 ▲ |
| Hasty | 105 | 108 ▼ | 115 | 145 | 115 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 105 | 120 | 115 | 145 | 105 |
| Jolly | 105 | 120 | 103 ▼ | 145 | 115 ▲ |
| Naive | 105 | 120 | 115 | 130 ▼ | 115 ▲ |
| Modest | 94 ▼ | 120 | 126 ▲ | 145 | 105 |
| Mild | 105 | 108 ▼ | 126 ▲ | 145 | 105 |
| Quiet | 105 | 120 | 126 ▲ | 145 | 94 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 105 | 120 | 115 | 145 | 105 |
| Rash | 105 | 120 | 126 ▲ | 130 ▼ | 105 |
| Calm | 94 ▼ | 120 | 115 | 159 ▲ | 105 |
| Gentle | 105 | 108 ▼ | 115 | 159 ▲ | 105 |
| Sassy | 105 | 120 | 115 | 159 ▲ | 94 ▼ |
| Careful | 105 | 120 | 103 ▼ | 159 ▲ | 105 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 105 | 120 | 115 | 145 | 105 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Articuno is a Ice/Flying-type Pokémon that tends to fit a support role in VGC, commonly paired with Zygarde Mega and checked by Zacian Crowned. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.
Strengths
- + Ice-type STAB options
- + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
- + Pairs well with Zygarde Mega
Weaknesses
- − Depends on team support
- − Matchup dependent
- − Watch out for Zacian Crowned
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Articuno'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 Articuno, 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
Premier Ice coverage with a freeze chance.
Pow90Acc100%PP10 - Special
Spread Ice move; perfect accuracy in hail/snow.
Pow110Acc70%PP5 
SpecialSpecial Flying STAB with a flinch chance.
Pow75Acc95%PP15- Physical
Powerful Flying STAB with recoil.
Pow120Acc100%PP15 
SpecialSpecial Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow90Acc100%PP10
SpecialSpecial Ghost STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow80Acc100%PP15
Suggested usage notes
Articuno performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Support Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.
When teambuilding, pair Articunowith 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 Articuno good in ChampionsVGC?
Articuno can fit a support role, commonly alongside Zygarde Mega and kept in check by Zacian Crowned. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.
＋What types is Articuno?
Articuno is Ice/Flying-type.