Chi-Yu
A+#1004 · Gen 9 · BST 570
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
EV Spread Calculator
Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 130 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 100 | 100 | 155 | 140 | 120 |
| Lonely | 110 ▲ | 90 ▼ | 155 | 140 | 120 |
| Brave | 110 ▲ | 100 | 155 | 140 | 108 ▼ |
| Adamant | 110 ▲ | 100 | 139 ▼ | 140 | 120 |
| Naughty | 110 ▲ | 100 | 155 | 126 ▼ | 120 |
| Bold | 90 ▼ | 110 ▲ | 155 | 140 | 120 |
| Docile(neutral) | 100 | 100 | 155 | 140 | 120 |
| Relaxed | 100 | 110 ▲ | 155 | 140 | 108 ▼ |
| Impish | 100 | 110 ▲ | 139 ▼ | 140 | 120 |
| Lax | 100 | 110 ▲ | 155 | 126 ▼ | 120 |
| Timid | 90 ▼ | 100 | 155 | 140 | 132 ▲ |
| Hasty | 100 | 90 ▼ | 155 | 140 | 132 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 100 | 100 | 155 | 140 | 120 |
| Jolly | 100 | 100 | 139 ▼ | 140 | 132 ▲ |
| Naive | 100 | 100 | 155 | 126 ▼ | 132 ▲ |
| Modest | 90 ▼ | 100 | 170 ▲ | 140 | 120 |
| Mild | 100 | 90 ▼ | 170 ▲ | 140 | 120 |
| Quiet | 100 | 100 | 170 ▲ | 140 | 108 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 100 | 100 | 155 | 140 | 120 |
| Rash | 100 | 100 | 170 ▲ | 126 ▼ | 120 |
| Calm | 90 ▼ | 100 | 155 | 154 ▲ | 120 |
| Gentle | 100 | 90 ▼ | 155 | 154 ▲ | 120 |
| Sassy | 100 | 100 | 155 | 154 ▲ | 108 ▼ |
| Careful | 100 | 100 | 139 ▼ | 154 ▲ | 120 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 100 | 100 | 155 | 140 | 120 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Chi-Yu is one of the most efficient special breakers in Regulation M-A because its Beads of Ruin ability lowers the special Defense of every other Pokémon on the field, which is a permanent damage boost to its entire team. Its Dark/Fire STAB combination is excellent offensively, and its signature move, Ruination or its Fire coverage, threatens the Steel and Grass cores that anchor defensive teams. Its speed tier is respectable, letting it outrun many of the format's attackers. Its weaknesses are severe: it is extremely frail, vulnerable to the format's common Fighting, Ground, Rock, Water and Fairy coverage, and it dies to almost any strong hit that connects. It functions best as a fast breaker that pressures from turn one or as a late-game cleaner that punishes weakened boards before it can be answered. It pairs well with partners that benefit from its special-Defense-lowering ability and with redirection that keeps it alive. Chi-Yu is a high-reward, glass-cannon pick that rewards aggressive, calculated play, and it is one of the format's most feared special threats.
Strengths
- + Beads of Ruin spread chip
- + Heat Wave coverage
- + Snarl utility
Weaknesses
- − Frail
- − Rock and Ground weak
- − Specs prediction
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Chi-Yu'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 Chi-Yu, 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
specialSpread Fire damage hitting both foes.
Pow95Acc90%PP10
specialSpecial Dark STAB with a flinch chance.
Pow80Acc100%PP15
- statusPriority +4
Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.
Pow—Acc—PP10
Suggested usage notes
Chi-Yu performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Special Attacker and Spread Damage Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.
When teambuilding, pair Chi-Yu with 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 Chi-Yu good in ChampionsVGC?
Chi-Yu currently trends as a A+-tier pick (Special Attacker, Spread Damage). These are estimated trends based on available data and do not guarantee results.
＋What is the best build for Chi-Yu in Regulation M-A?
Common builds pair Choice Specs with moves like Heat Wave, Dark Pulse, Overheat. Builds are matchup dependent and should be adapted to your team.
＋What counters Chi-Yu?
Frequent answers include urshifu-rapid-strike, kingambit. Effectiveness varies by team and game state.