dark type

Darkrai Mega

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#10312 · Gen 4 · BST 700

DarkMega
Legal M-A
Usage rate
22.1%
Estimated win rate54.0%

Base stats

HP70
Atk120
Def130
SpA165
SpD130
Spe85

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP145
Atk140
Def150
SpA185
SpD150
Spe105

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP145
Atk140
Def150
SpA185
SpD150
Spe105

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 145 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)140150185150105
Lonely154135185150105
Brave15415018515094
Adamant154150166150105
Naughty154150185135105
Bold126165185150105
Docile(neutral)140150185150105
Relaxed14016518515094
Impish140165166150105
Lax140165185135105
Timid126150185150115
Hasty140135185150115
Serious(neutral)140150185150105
Jolly140150166150115
Naive140150185135115
Modest126150203150105
Mild140135203150105
Quiet14015020315094
Bashful(neutral)140150185150105
Rash140150203135105
Calm126150185165105
Gentle140135185165105
Sassy14015018516594
Careful140150166165105
Quirky(neutral)140150185150105

Role · Legality

Special AttackerSupport

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Darkrai Mega 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 Mega'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 Mega, 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

  • 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
  • normal type
    StatusPriority +4

    Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.

    Pow
    Acc
    PP
    10

Suggested usage notes

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

When teambuilding, pair Darkrai Megawith 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 Darkrai Mega good in ChampionsVGC?

Darkrai Mega 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 Mega?

Darkrai Mega is Dark-type.

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