Clauncher ChampionsVGC: stats, abilities and competitive role

Base stats

HP50

Atk53

Def62

SpA58

SpD63

Spe44

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP125

Atk73

Def82

SpA78

SpD83

Spe64

EV Spread Calculator

Nature

0 / 510 EVs

HP125

Atk73

Def82

SpA78

SpD83

Spe64

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 125 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

Nature	Atk	Def	SpA	SpD	Spe
Hardy(neutral)	73	82	78	83	64
Lonely	80 ▲	73 ▼	78	83	64
Brave	80 ▲	82	78	83	57 ▼
Adamant	80 ▲	82	70 ▼	83	64
Naughty	80 ▲	82	78	74 ▼	64
Bold	65 ▼	90 ▲	78	83	64
Docile(neutral)	73	82	78	83	64
Relaxed	73	90 ▲	78	83	57 ▼
Impish	73	90 ▲	70 ▼	83	64
Lax	73	90 ▲	78	74 ▼	64
Timid	65 ▼	82	78	83	70 ▲
Hasty	73	73 ▼	78	83	70 ▲
Serious(neutral)	73	82	78	83	64
Jolly	73	82	70 ▼	83	70 ▲
Naive	73	82	78	74 ▼	70 ▲
Modest	65 ▼	82	85 ▲	83	64
Mild	73	73 ▼	85 ▲	83	64
Quiet	73	82	85 ▲	83	57 ▼
Bashful(neutral)	73	82	78	83	64
Rash	73	82	85 ▲	74 ▼	64
Calm	65 ▼	82	78	91 ▲	64
Gentle	73	73 ▼	78	91 ▲	64
Sassy	73	82	78	91 ▲	57 ▼
Careful	73	82	70 ▼	91 ▲	64
Quirky(neutral)	73	82	78	83	64

Role · Legality

Trick Room

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Clauncher is a Water-type Pokémon that tends to fit a trick room role in VGC, commonly paired with Eternatus Eternamax and checked by Miraidon Low Power Mode. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

+ Water-type STAB options
+ Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
+ Pairs well with Eternatus Eternamax

Weaknesses

− Depends on team support
− Matchup dependent
− Watch out for Miraidon Low Power Mode

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Clauncher'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 Clauncher, while counters and checks highlight what to watch out for in team preview.

Team building guide →Damage calculator →Matchup analysis →

Last updated: July 2026 (Regulation Set M-A). Data is based on available competitive trends and editorial review.

Common builds & options

Moves

Special
Spread Water move hitting all adjacent Pokémon.
Pow
90
Acc
100%
PP
15
Special
High-power Water STAB.
Pow
110
Acc
80%
PP
5
Special
Premier Ice coverage with a freeze chance.
Pow
90
Acc
100%
PP
10
Special
Special Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow
90
Acc
100%
PP
10
Special
Special Ghost STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow
80
Acc
100%
PP
15
StatusPriority +4
Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.
Pow
—
Acc
—
PP
10

Abilities

Mega Launcher

Items

Sitrus Berry Focus Sash

Tera Types

Water

Suggested usage notes

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

When teambuilding, pair Clauncherwith 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.

How to read matchups →Team builder →

Partners · Counters · Checks

Partners

Counters

Checks

Frequently asked questions

＋Is Clauncher good in ChampionsVGC?

Clauncher can fit a trick room role, commonly alongside Eternatus Eternamax and kept in check by Miraidon Low Power Mode. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

＋What types is Clauncher?

Clauncher is Water-type.