
Calyrex Ice
A+#0898 · Gen 8 · BST 680
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
EV Spread Calculator
Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 175 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 185 | 170 | 105 | 150 | 70 |
| Lonely | 203 ▲ | 153 ▼ | 105 | 150 | 70 |
| Brave | 203 ▲ | 170 | 105 | 150 | 63 ▼ |
| Adamant | 203 ▲ | 170 | 94 ▼ | 150 | 70 |
| Naughty | 203 ▲ | 170 | 105 | 135 ▼ | 70 |
| Bold | 166 ▼ | 187 ▲ | 105 | 150 | 70 |
| Docile(neutral) | 185 | 170 | 105 | 150 | 70 |
| Relaxed | 185 | 187 ▲ | 105 | 150 | 63 ▼ |
| Impish | 185 | 187 ▲ | 94 ▼ | 150 | 70 |
| Lax | 185 | 187 ▲ | 105 | 135 ▼ | 70 |
| Timid | 166 ▼ | 170 | 105 | 150 | 77 ▲ |
| Hasty | 185 | 153 ▼ | 105 | 150 | 77 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 185 | 170 | 105 | 150 | 70 |
| Jolly | 185 | 170 | 94 ▼ | 150 | 77 ▲ |
| Naive | 185 | 170 | 105 | 135 ▼ | 77 ▲ |
| Modest | 166 ▼ | 170 | 115 ▲ | 150 | 70 |
| Mild | 185 | 153 ▼ | 115 ▲ | 150 | 70 |
| Quiet | 185 | 170 | 115 ▲ | 150 | 63 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 185 | 170 | 105 | 150 | 70 |
| Rash | 185 | 170 | 115 ▲ | 135 ▼ | 70 |
| Calm | 166 ▼ | 170 | 105 | 165 ▲ | 70 |
| Gentle | 185 | 153 ▼ | 105 | 165 ▲ | 70 |
| Sassy | 185 | 170 | 105 | 165 ▲ | 63 ▼ |
| Careful | 185 | 170 | 94 ▼ | 165 ▲ | 70 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 185 | 170 | 105 | 150 | 70 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Calyrex Ice is the dominant Trick Room win condition, leveraging huge Attack and bulk plus Chilling Neigh snowball. Glacial Lance is a powerful spread move under Trick Room.
Strengths
- + Glacial Lance spread damage
- + Excellent bulk
- + Chilling Neigh snowball
Weaknesses
- − Very slow outside TR
- − Fire and Fighting weak
- − Steel walls
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Calyrex Ice'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 Calyrex Ice, 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

PhysicalSingle-target physical Ground STAB.
Pow95Acc95%PP10
StatusPriority -7Slower Pokémon move first for five turns.
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StatusPriority +4Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.
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Suggested usage notes
Calyrex Ice performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Restricted and Trick Room Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges. As a restricted Pokémon, it will attract significant counterplay — plan support and speed control around it.
When teambuilding, pair Calyrex Icewith 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
Counters
Frequently asked questions
+Is Calyrex Ice good in ChampionsVGC?
Calyrex Ice currently trends as a A+-tier pick (Restricted, Trick Room, Physical Attacker). These are estimated trends based on available data and do not guarantee results.
+What is the best build for Calyrex Ice in Regulation M-A?
Common builds pair Clear Amulet with moves like Glacial Lance, High Horsepower, Trick Room. Builds are matchup dependent and should be adapted to your team.
+What counters Calyrex Ice?
Frequent answers include urshifu-rapid-strike, kyogre. Effectiveness varies by team and game state.