Dragonite
A#0149 · Gen 1 · BST 600
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
EV Spread Calculator
Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 166 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 154 | 115 | 120 | 120 | 100 |
| Lonely | 169 ▲ | 103 ▼ | 120 | 120 | 100 |
| Brave | 169 ▲ | 115 | 120 | 120 | 90 ▼ |
| Adamant | 169 ▲ | 115 | 108 ▼ | 120 | 100 |
| Naughty | 169 ▲ | 115 | 120 | 108 ▼ | 100 |
| Bold | 138 ▼ | 126 ▲ | 120 | 120 | 100 |
| Docile(neutral) | 154 | 115 | 120 | 120 | 100 |
| Relaxed | 154 | 126 ▲ | 120 | 120 | 90 ▼ |
| Impish | 154 | 126 ▲ | 108 ▼ | 120 | 100 |
| Lax | 154 | 126 ▲ | 120 | 108 ▼ | 100 |
| Timid | 138 ▼ | 115 | 120 | 120 | 110 ▲ |
| Hasty | 154 | 103 ▼ | 120 | 120 | 110 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 154 | 115 | 120 | 120 | 100 |
| Jolly | 154 | 115 | 108 ▼ | 120 | 110 ▲ |
| Naive | 154 | 115 | 120 | 108 ▼ | 110 ▲ |
| Modest | 138 ▼ | 115 | 132 ▲ | 120 | 100 |
| Mild | 154 | 103 ▼ | 132 ▲ | 120 | 100 |
| Quiet | 154 | 115 | 132 ▲ | 120 | 90 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 154 | 115 | 120 | 120 | 100 |
| Rash | 154 | 115 | 132 ▲ | 108 ▼ | 100 |
| Calm | 138 ▼ | 115 | 120 | 132 ▲ | 100 |
| Gentle | 154 | 103 ▼ | 120 | 132 ▲ | 100 |
| Sassy | 154 | 115 | 120 | 132 ▲ | 90 ▼ |
| Careful | 154 | 115 | 108 ▼ | 132 ▲ | 100 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 154 | 115 | 120 | 120 | 100 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Dragonite leverages Multiscale to set up safely and threatens with Tera Normal Extreme Speed priority. Scale Shot variants snowball speed and power.
Strengths
- + Tera Normal Extreme Speed
- + Multiscale bulk
- + Scale Shot snowball
Weaknesses
- − Ice 4x weak (pre-Tera)
- − Multiscale chipped easily
- − Slow base speed
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Dragonite'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 Dragonite, 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
- StatusPriority +4
Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.
Pow—Acc—PP10
Suggested usage notes
Dragonite performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Physical Attacker and Bulky Setup Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.
When teambuilding, pair Dragonitewith 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 Dragonite good in ChampionsVGC?
Dragonite currently trends as a A-tier pick (Physical Attacker, Bulky Setup). These are estimated trends based on available data and do not guarantee results.
＋What is the best build for Dragonite in Regulation M-A?
Common builds pair Choice Band with moves like Scale Shot, Extreme Speed, Tera Blast. Builds are matchup dependent and should be adapted to your team.
＋What counters Dragonite?
Frequent answers include flutter-mane, chien-pao. Effectiveness varies by team and game state.