fire type

Entei

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#0244 · Gen 2 · BST 580

Fire
Legal M-A
Usage rate
20.3%
Estimated win rate51.6%

Base stats

HP115
Atk115
Def85
SpA90
SpD75
Spe100

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP190
Atk135
Def105
SpA110
SpD95
Spe120

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP190
Atk135
Def105
SpA110
SpD95
Spe120

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 190 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)13510511095120
Lonely148 ▲94 ▼11095120
Brave148 ▲10511095108 ▼
Adamant148 ▲10599 ▼95120
Naughty148 ▲10511085 ▼120
Bold121 ▼115 ▲11095120
Docile(neutral)13510511095120
Relaxed135115 ▲11095108 ▼
Impish135115 ▲99 ▼95120
Lax135115 ▲11085 ▼120
Timid121 ▼10511095132 ▲
Hasty13594 ▼11095132 ▲
Serious(neutral)13510511095120
Jolly13510599 ▼95132 ▲
Naive13510511085 ▼132 ▲
Modest121 ▼105121 ▲95120
Mild13594 ▼121 ▲95120
Quiet135105121 ▲95108 ▼
Bashful(neutral)13510511095120
Rash135105121 ▲85 ▼120
Calm121 ▼105110104 ▲120
Gentle13594 ▼110104 ▲120
Sassy135105110104 ▲108 ▼
Careful13510599 ▼104 ▲120
Quirky(neutral)13510511095120

Role · Legality

Physical AttackerSpeed Control

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Entei is a Fire-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Dialga Origin and checked by Palkia Origin. 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 Palkia Origin

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Entei'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 Entei, 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

  • 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
  • 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
  • bug type
    Physical

    Deals damage then switches the user out.

    Pow
    70
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    20

Abilities

PressureInner Focus

Items

Choice ScarfLife OrbChoice Band

Tera Types

Fire

Suggested usage notes

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

When teambuilding, pair Enteiwith 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 Entei good in ChampionsVGC?

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

＋What types is Entei?

Entei is Fire-type.

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