bug type

Escavalier

B

#0589 · Gen 5 · BST 495

BugSteel
Legal M-A
Usage rate
9.2%
Estimated win rate49.9%

Base stats

HP70
Atk135
Def105
SpA60
SpD105
Spe20

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP145
Atk155
Def125
SpA80
SpD125
Spe40

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP145
Atk155
Def125
SpA80
SpD125
Spe40

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 145 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)1551258012540
Lonely1701128012540
Brave1701258012536
Adamant1701257212540
Naughty1701258011240
Bold1391378012540
Docile(neutral)1551258012540
Relaxed1551378012536
Impish1551377212540
Lax1551378011240
Timid1391258012544
Hasty1551128012544
Serious(neutral)1551258012540
Jolly1551257212544
Naive1551258011244
Modest1391258812540
Mild1551128812540
Quiet1551258812536
Bashful(neutral)1551258012540
Rash1551258811240
Calm1391258013740
Gentle1551128013740
Sassy1551258013736
Careful1551257213740
Quirky(neutral)1551258012540

Role · Legality

Physical AttackerSupportTrick Room

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Escavalier is a Bug/Steel-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Eternatus Eternamax and checked by Heatran Mega. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Bug-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 Heatran Mega

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Escavalier'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 Escavalier, 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

  • bug type
    Special

    Special Bug STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • bug type
    Physical

    Deals damage then switches the user out.

    Pow
    70
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    20
  • steel type
    Special

    Special Steel STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    80
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • steel type
    Physical

    Physical Steel STAB with a flinch chance.

    Pow
    80
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • 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

Suggested usage notes

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

When teambuilding, pair Escavalierwith 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 Escavalier good in ChampionsVGC?

Escavalier can fit a physical attacker role, commonly alongside Eternatus Eternamax and kept in check by Heatran Mega. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

What types is Escavalier?

Escavalier is Bug/Steel-type.

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