rock type

Barbaracle Mega

A+

#10298 · Gen 6 · BST 600

RockFightingMega
Legal M-A
Usage rate
20.6%
Estimated win rate52.0%

Base stats

HP72
Atk140
Def130
SpA64
SpD106
Spe88

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP147
Atk160
Def150
SpA84
SpD126
Spe108

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP147
Atk160
Def150
SpA84
SpD126
Spe108

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 147 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)16015084126108
Lonely17613584126108
Brave1761508412697
Adamant17615075126108
Naughty17615084113108
Bold14416584126108
Docile(neutral)16015084126108
Relaxed1601658412697
Impish16016575126108
Lax16016584113108
Timid14415084126118
Hasty16013584126118
Serious(neutral)16015084126108
Jolly16015075126118
Naive16015084113118
Modest14415092126108
Mild16013592126108
Quiet1601509212697
Bashful(neutral)16015084126108
Rash16015092113108
Calm14415084138108
Gentle16013584138108
Sassy1601508413897
Careful16015075138108
Quirky(neutral)16015084126108

Role · Legality

Physical AttackerSupport

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Barbaracle Mega is a Rock/Fighting-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Victini and checked by Mewtwo Mega X. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

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

Weaknesses

  • Depends on team support
  • Matchup dependent
  • Watch out for Mewtwo Mega X

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Barbaracle Mega'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 Barbaracle Mega, 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

  • rock type
    Physical

    Spread Rock move with a flinch chance.

    Pow
    75
    Acc
    90%
    PP
    10
  • rock type
    Physical

    High-power Rock STAB with high crit rate.

    Pow
    100
    Acc
    80%
    PP
    5
  • fighting type
    Physical

    Strong Fighting STAB; lowers user's defenses.

    Pow
    120
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    5
  • fighting type
    Physical

    Fighting STAB that heals the user.

    Pow
    75
    Acc
    100%
    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

Abilities

Tera Types

Rock

Suggested usage notes

Barbaracle Mega performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Physical Attacker and Support Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges. Be mindful of Psychic- and Fairy-type coverage from the format's top special attackers.

When teambuilding, pair Barbaracle Megawith 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 Barbaracle Mega good in ChampionsVGC?

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

What types is Barbaracle Mega?

Barbaracle Mega is Rock/Fighting-type.

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