dark type

Darkrai

A+

#0491 · Gen 4 · BST 600

Dark
Legal M-A
Usage rate
20.5%
Estimated win rate52.0%

Base stats

HP70
Atk90
Def90
SpA135
SpD90
Spe125

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP145
Atk110
Def110
SpA155
SpD110
Spe145

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP145
Atk110
Def110
SpA155
SpD110
Spe145

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 145 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)110110155110145
Lonely121 ▲99 ▼155110145
Brave121 ▲110155110130 ▼
Adamant121 ▲110139 ▼110145
Naughty121 ▲11015599 ▼145
Bold99 ▼121 ▲155110145
Docile(neutral)110110155110145
Relaxed110121 ▲155110130 ▼
Impish110121 ▲139 ▼110145
Lax110121 ▲15599 ▼145
Timid99 ▼110155110159 ▲
Hasty11099 ▼155110159 ▲
Serious(neutral)110110155110145
Jolly110110139 ▼110159 ▲
Naive11011015599 ▼159 ▲
Modest99 ▼110170 ▲110145
Mild11099 ▼170 ▲110145
Quiet110110170 ▲110130 ▼
Bashful(neutral)110110155110145
Rash110110170 ▲99 ▼145
Calm99 ▼110155121 ▲145
Gentle11099 ▼155121 ▲145
Sassy110110155121 ▲130 ▼
Careful110110139 ▼121 ▲145
Quirky(neutral)110110155110145

Role · Legality

Special AttackerSpeed Control

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Darkrai is a Dark-type Pokémon that tends to fit a special attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Eternatus Eternamax and checked by Zacian Crowned. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Dark-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 Zacian Crowned

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Darkrai'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 Darkrai, 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

  • dark type
    Special

    Special Dark STAB with a flinch chance.

    Pow
    80
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • dark type
    Physical

    Removes the target's item; +50% power if it had one.

    Pow
    65
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    20
  • ice type
    Special

    Premier Ice coverage with a freeze chance.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • ground type
    Special

    Special Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • ghost type
    Special

    Special Ghost STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    80
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15

Abilities

Bad Dreams

Items

Choice SpecsLife OrbAssault Vest

Tera Types

Dark

Suggested usage notes

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

When teambuilding, pair Darkraiwith 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 Darkrai good in ChampionsVGC?

Darkrai can fit a special attacker role, commonly alongside Eternatus Eternamax and kept in check by Zacian Crowned. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

＋What types is Darkrai?

Darkrai is Dark-type.

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