ground type

Golurk

B

#0623 · Gen 5 · BST 483

GroundGhost
Legal M-A
Usage rate
4.4%
Estimated win rate49.7%

Base stats

HP89
Atk124
Def80
SpA55
SpD80
Spe55

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP164
Atk144
Def100
SpA75
SpD100
Spe75

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP164
Atk144
Def100
SpA75
SpD100
Spe75

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 164 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)1441007510075
Lonely158907510075
Brave1581007510067
Adamant1581006710075
Naughty158100759075
Bold1291107510075
Docile(neutral)1441007510075
Relaxed1441107510067
Impish1441106710075
Lax144110759075
Timid1291007510082
Hasty144907510082
Serious(neutral)1441007510075
Jolly1441006710082
Naive144100759082
Modest1291008210075
Mild144908210075
Quiet1441008210067
Bashful(neutral)1441007510075
Rash144100829075
Calm1291007511075
Gentle144907511075
Sassy1441007511067
Careful1441006711075
Quirky(neutral)1441007510075

Role · Legality

Physical Attacker

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Golurk is a Ground/Ghost-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Greninja Mega and checked by Yveltal. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Ground-type STAB options
  • + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
  • + Pairs well with Greninja Mega

Weaknesses

  • Depends on team support
  • Matchup dependent
  • Watch out for Yveltal

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Golurk'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 Golurk, 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

  • ground type
    Physical

    Spread Ground move hitting all adjacent (incl. ally).

    Pow
    100
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • ground type
    Special

    Special Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • 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
  • rock type
    Physical

    Spread Rock move with a flinch chance.

    Pow
    75
    Acc
    90%
    PP
    10
  • bug type
    Physical

    Deals damage then switches the user out.

    Pow
    70
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    20

Tera Types

Ground

Suggested usage notes

Golurk performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Physical Attacker 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 Golurkwith 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 Golurk good in ChampionsVGC?

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

What types is Golurk?

Golurk is Ground/Ghost-type.

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