Chien-Pao
A+#1002 · Gen 9 · BST 570
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
EV Spread Calculator
Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 155 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 140 | 100 | 110 | 85 | 155 |
| Lonely | 154 ▲ | 90 ▼ | 110 | 85 | 155 |
| Brave | 154 ▲ | 100 | 110 | 85 | 139 ▼ |
| Adamant | 154 ▲ | 100 | 99 ▼ | 85 | 155 |
| Naughty | 154 ▲ | 100 | 110 | 76 ▼ | 155 |
| Bold | 126 ▼ | 110 ▲ | 110 | 85 | 155 |
| Docile(neutral) | 140 | 100 | 110 | 85 | 155 |
| Relaxed | 140 | 110 ▲ | 110 | 85 | 139 ▼ |
| Impish | 140 | 110 ▲ | 99 ▼ | 85 | 155 |
| Lax | 140 | 110 ▲ | 110 | 76 ▼ | 155 |
| Timid | 126 ▼ | 100 | 110 | 85 | 170 ▲ |
| Hasty | 140 | 90 ▼ | 110 | 85 | 170 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 140 | 100 | 110 | 85 | 155 |
| Jolly | 140 | 100 | 99 ▼ | 85 | 170 ▲ |
| Naive | 140 | 100 | 110 | 76 ▼ | 170 ▲ |
| Modest | 126 ▼ | 100 | 121 ▲ | 85 | 155 |
| Mild | 140 | 90 ▼ | 121 ▲ | 85 | 155 |
| Quiet | 140 | 100 | 121 ▲ | 85 | 139 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 140 | 100 | 110 | 85 | 155 |
| Rash | 140 | 100 | 121 ▲ | 76 ▼ | 155 |
| Calm | 126 ▼ | 100 | 110 | 93 ▲ | 155 |
| Gentle | 140 | 90 ▼ | 110 | 93 ▲ | 155 |
| Sassy | 140 | 100 | 110 | 93 ▲ | 139 ▼ |
| Careful | 140 | 100 | 99 ▼ | 93 ▲ | 155 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 140 | 100 | 110 | 85 | 155 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Chien-Pao is one of the most efficient physical breakers in Regulation M-A because its Sword of Ruin ability lowers the Defense of every other Pokémon on the field, which is a permanent damage boost to its entire team. Its Dark/Ice STAB combination is excellent offensively, and its speed tier is elite enough to outrun most of the format. Its signature move, or its Ice coverage, lets it threaten the Dragon, Ground and Flying cores that anchor defensive teams. Its weaknesses are severe: it is extremely frail, vulnerable to the format's common Fighting, Fairy, Fire, Bug, Steel and Rock coverage, and it dies to almost any strong hit that connects. It functions best as a lead that trades itself for a key threat or as a fast breaker that pressures from turn one before the opponent can answer it. It pairs well with partners that benefit from its Defense-lowering ability and with redirection that keeps it alive. Chien-Pao is a high-reward, glass-cannon pick that rewards aggressive, calculated play.
Strengths
- + Sword of Ruin chip
- + High speed + priority
- + Icicle Crash flinches
Weaknesses
- − Frail
- − Intimidate-sensitive
- − Fighting and Fairy weak
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Chien-Pao'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 Chien-Pao, 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
physicalPriority +1Priority that fails if the foe isn't attacking.
Pow70Acc100%PP5- statusPriority +4
Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.
Pow—Acc—PP10
Suggested usage notes
Chien-Pao performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Physical Attacker and Speed Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.
When teambuilding, pair Chien-Pao 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
Partners
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Frequently asked questions
＋Is Chien-Pao good in ChampionsVGC?
Chien-Pao currently trends as a A+-tier pick (Physical Attacker, Speed). These are estimated trends based on available data and do not guarantee results.
＋What is the best build for Chien-Pao in Regulation M-A?
Common builds pair Focus Sash with moves like Icicle Crash, Sucker Punch, Sacred Sword. Builds are matchup dependent and should be adapted to your team.
＋What counters Chien-Pao?
Frequent answers include incineroar, iron-hands. Effectiveness varies by team and game state.