fire type

Cinderace

B

#0815 · Gen 8 · BST 530

Fire
Legal M-A
Usage rate
12.6%
Estimated win rate50.6%

Base stats

HP80
Atk116
Def75
SpA65
SpD75
Spe119

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP155
Atk136
Def95
SpA85
SpD95
Spe139

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP155
Atk136
Def95
SpA85
SpD95
Spe139

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 155 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)136958595139
Lonely149858595139
Brave149958595125
Adamant149957695139
Naughty149958585139
Bold1221048595139
Docile(neutral)136958595139
Relaxed1361048595125
Impish1361047695139
Lax1361048585139
Timid122958595152
Hasty136858595152
Serious(neutral)136958595139
Jolly136957695152
Naive136958585152
Modest122959395139
Mild136859395139
Quiet136959395125
Bashful(neutral)136958595139
Rash136959385139
Calm1229585104139
Gentle1368585104139
Sassy1369585104125
Careful1369576104139
Quirky(neutral)136958595139

Role · Legality

Speed Control

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Cinderace is a Fire-type Pokémon that tends to fit a speed control role in VGC, commonly paired with Dialga Origin and checked by Palkia Origin. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Fire-type STAB options
  • + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
  • + Pairs well with Dialga Origin

Weaknesses

  • Depends on team support
  • Matchup dependent
  • Watch out for Palkia Origin

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Cinderace'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 Cinderace, 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

  • fire type
    Special

    Reliable single-target Fire STAB.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • fire type
    Special

    Spread Fire damage hitting both foes.

    Pow
    95
    Acc
    90%
    PP
    10
  • rock type
    Physical

    Spread Rock move with a flinch chance.

    Pow
    75
    Acc
    90%
    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

Fire

Suggested usage notes

Cinderace performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Speed Control Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.

When teambuilding, pair Cinderacewith 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 Cinderace good in ChampionsVGC?

Cinderace can fit a speed control role, commonly alongside Dialga Origin and kept in check by Palkia Origin. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

What types is Cinderace?

Cinderace is Fire-type.

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