fire type

Combusken

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#0256 · Gen 3 · BST 405

FireFighting
Legal M-A
Usage rate
0.4%
Estimated win rate48.1%

Base stats

HP60
Atk85
Def60
SpA85
SpD60
Spe55

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP135
Atk105
Def80
SpA105
SpD80
Spe75

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP135
Atk105
Def80
SpA105
SpD80
Spe75

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 135 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)105801058075
Lonely115721058075
Brave115801058067
Adamant11580948075
Naughty115801057275
Bold94881058075
Docile(neutral)105801058075
Relaxed105881058067
Impish10588948075
Lax105881057275
Timid94801058082
Hasty105721058082
Serious(neutral)105801058075
Jolly10580948082
Naive105801057282
Modest94801158075
Mild105721158075
Quiet105801158067
Bashful(neutral)105801058075
Rash105801157275
Calm94801058875
Gentle105721058875
Sassy105801058867
Careful10580948875
Quirky(neutral)105801058075

Role · Legality

Physical AttackerSpecial Attacker

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Combusken is a Fire/Fighting-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Dialga Origin and checked by Necrozma Ultra. 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 Necrozma Ultra

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Combusken'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 Combusken, 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
  • fighting type
    Physical

    Strong Fighting STAB; lowers user's defenses.

    Pow
    120
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    5
  • fighting type
    Physical

    Fighting STAB that heals the user.

    Pow
    75
    Acc
    100%
    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

Tera Types

Fire

Suggested usage notes

Combusken performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Physical Attacker and Special Attacker Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges. Be mindful of Psychic- and Fairy-type coverage from the format's top special attackers.

When teambuilding, pair Combuskenwith 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 Combusken good in ChampionsVGC?

Combusken can fit a physical attacker role, commonly alongside Dialga Origin and kept in check by Necrozma Ultra. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

What types is Combusken?

Combusken is Fire/Fighting-type.

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