Gholdengo
A#1000 · Gen 9 · BST 550
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
EV Spread Calculator
Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 162 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 80 | 115 | 153 | 111 | 104 |
| Lonely | 88 ▲ | 103 ▼ | 153 | 111 | 104 |
| Brave | 88 ▲ | 115 | 153 | 111 | 93 ▼ |
| Adamant | 88 ▲ | 115 | 137 ▼ | 111 | 104 |
| Naughty | 88 ▲ | 115 | 153 | 99 ▼ | 104 |
| Bold | 72 ▼ | 126 ▲ | 153 | 111 | 104 |
| Docile(neutral) | 80 | 115 | 153 | 111 | 104 |
| Relaxed | 80 | 126 ▲ | 153 | 111 | 93 ▼ |
| Impish | 80 | 126 ▲ | 137 ▼ | 111 | 104 |
| Lax | 80 | 126 ▲ | 153 | 99 ▼ | 104 |
| Timid | 72 ▼ | 115 | 153 | 111 | 114 ▲ |
| Hasty | 80 | 103 ▼ | 153 | 111 | 114 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 80 | 115 | 153 | 111 | 104 |
| Jolly | 80 | 115 | 137 ▼ | 111 | 114 ▲ |
| Naive | 80 | 115 | 153 | 99 ▼ | 114 ▲ |
| Modest | 72 ▼ | 115 | 168 ▲ | 111 | 104 |
| Mild | 80 | 103 ▼ | 168 ▲ | 111 | 104 |
| Quiet | 80 | 115 | 168 ▲ | 111 | 93 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 80 | 115 | 153 | 111 | 104 |
| Rash | 80 | 115 | 168 ▲ | 99 ▼ | 104 |
| Calm | 72 ▼ | 115 | 153 | 122 ▲ | 104 |
| Gentle | 80 | 103 ▼ | 153 | 122 ▲ | 104 |
| Sassy | 80 | 115 | 153 | 122 ▲ | 93 ▼ |
| Careful | 80 | 115 | 137 ▼ | 122 ▲ | 104 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 80 | 115 | 153 | 111 | 104 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Gholdengo blocks status and Prankster moves with Good as Gold while firing strong Make It Rain spread damage. It is a flexible special pivot with great defensive typing.
Strengths
- + Good as Gold immunity
- + Make It Rain spread
- + Excellent typing
Weaknesses
- − Ground and Fire weak
- − Make It Rain SpA drop
- − Low Speed
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Gholdengo'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 Gholdengo, 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
SpecialSpecial Ghost STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
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SpecialConsistent Electric STAB.
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Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.
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SpecialSpecial Rock STAB.
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Suggested usage notes
Gholdengo performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Special Attacker and Status Absorber Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges. Watch for Sucker Punch and Shadow Claw from common physical attackers.
When teambuilding, pair Gholdengowith 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 Gholdengo good in ChampionsVGC?
Gholdengo currently trends as a A-tier pick (Special Attacker, Status Absorber). These are estimated trends based on available data and do not guarantee results.
＋What is the best build for Gholdengo in Regulation M-A?
Common builds pair Choice Specs with moves like Make It Rain, Shadow Ball, Thunderbolt. Builds are matchup dependent and should be adapted to your team.
＋What counters Gholdengo?
Frequent answers include urshifu-rapid-strike, groudon. Effectiveness varies by team and game state.