ghost type

Giratina Altered

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#0487 · Gen 4 · BST 680

GhostDragonRestricted
Legal M-A
Usage rate
25.7%
Estimated win rate53.6%

Base stats

HP150
Atk100
Def120
SpA100
SpD120
Spe90

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP225
Atk120
Def140
SpA120
SpD140
Spe110

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP225
Atk120
Def140
SpA120
SpD140
Spe110

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 225 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)120140120140110
Lonely132126120140110
Brave13214012014099
Adamant132140108140110
Naughty132140120126110
Bold108154120140110
Docile(neutral)120140120140110
Relaxed12015412014099
Impish120154108140110
Lax120154120126110
Timid108140120140121
Hasty120126120140121
Serious(neutral)120140120140110
Jolly120140108140121
Naive120140120126121
Modest108140132140110
Mild120126132140110
Quiet12014013214099
Bashful(neutral)120140120140110
Rash120140132126110
Calm108140120154110
Gentle120126120154110
Sassy12014012015499
Careful120140108154110
Quirky(neutral)120140120140110

Role · Legality

Support

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Giratina Altered is a Ghost/Dragon-type Pokémon that tends to fit a support role in VGC, commonly paired with Magearna Original Mega and checked by Zacian Crowned. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Ghost-type STAB options
  • + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
  • + Pairs well with Magearna Original Mega

Weaknesses

  • Depends on team support
  • Matchup dependent
  • Watch out for Zacian Crowned

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Giratina Altered'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 Giratina Altered, 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

  • ghost type
    Special

    Special Ghost STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    80
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • ghost type
    Physical

    Powerful Ghost STAB; fails if target has no item.

    Pow
    110
    Acc
    90%
    PP
    5
  • dragon type
    Special

    Huge Dragon damage; lowers user's Sp. Atk.

    Pow
    130
    Acc
    90%
    PP
    5
  • dragon type
    Special

    Reliable special Dragon STAB.

    Pow
    85
    Acc
    100%
    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

Suggested usage notes

Giratina Altered performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Support Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges. As a restricted Pokémon, it will attract significant counterplay — plan support and speed control around it. Watch for Sucker Punch and Shadow Claw from common physical attackers.

When teambuilding, pair Giratina Alteredwith 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 Giratina Altered good in ChampionsVGC?

Giratina Altered can fit a support role, commonly alongside Magearna Original Mega and kept in check by Zacian Crowned. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

What types is Giratina Altered?

Giratina Altered is Ghost/Dragon-type.

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