Great Tusk
A#0984 · Gen 9 · BST 570
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
EV Spread Calculator
Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 190 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 151 | 151 | 73 | 73 | 107 |
| Lonely | 166 ▲ | 135 ▼ | 73 | 73 | 107 |
| Brave | 166 ▲ | 151 | 73 | 73 | 96 ▼ |
| Adamant | 166 ▲ | 151 | 65 ▼ | 73 | 107 |
| Naughty | 166 ▲ | 151 | 73 | 65 ▼ | 107 |
| Bold | 135 ▼ | 166 ▲ | 73 | 73 | 107 |
| Docile(neutral) | 151 | 151 | 73 | 73 | 107 |
| Relaxed | 151 | 166 ▲ | 73 | 73 | 96 ▼ |
| Impish | 151 | 166 ▲ | 65 ▼ | 73 | 107 |
| Lax | 151 | 166 ▲ | 73 | 65 ▼ | 107 |
| Timid | 135 ▼ | 151 | 73 | 73 | 117 ▲ |
| Hasty | 151 | 135 ▼ | 73 | 73 | 117 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 151 | 151 | 73 | 73 | 107 |
| Jolly | 151 | 151 | 65 ▼ | 73 | 117 ▲ |
| Naive | 151 | 151 | 73 | 65 ▼ | 117 ▲ |
| Modest | 135 ▼ | 151 | 80 ▲ | 73 | 107 |
| Mild | 151 | 135 ▼ | 80 ▲ | 73 | 107 |
| Quiet | 151 | 151 | 80 ▲ | 73 | 96 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 151 | 151 | 73 | 73 | 107 |
| Rash | 151 | 151 | 80 ▲ | 65 ▼ | 107 |
| Calm | 135 ▼ | 151 | 73 | 80 ▲ | 107 |
| Gentle | 151 | 135 ▼ | 73 | 80 ▲ | 107 |
| Sassy | 151 | 151 | 73 | 80 ▲ | 96 ▼ |
| Careful | 151 | 151 | 65 ▼ | 80 ▲ | 107 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 151 | 151 | 73 | 73 | 107 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Great Tusk is a Ground/Fighting-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Metagross Mega and checked by Salamence Mega. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.
Strengths
- + Ground-type STAB options
- + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
- + Pairs well with Metagross Mega
Weaknesses
- − Depends on team support
- − Matchup dependent
- − Watch out for Salamence Mega
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Great Tusk'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 Great Tusk, 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
- Physical
Spread Ground move hitting all adjacent (incl. ally).
Pow100Acc100%PP10 - Special
Special Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow90Acc100%PP10 
PhysicalStrong Fighting STAB; lowers user's defenses.
Pow120Acc100%PP5- Physical
Fighting STAB that heals the user.
Pow75Acc100%PP10 
PhysicalSpread Rock move with a flinch chance.
Pow75Acc90%PP10
PhysicalDeals damage then switches the user out.
Pow70Acc100%PP20
Suggested usage notes
Great Tusk 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. Be mindful of Psychic- and Fairy-type coverage from the format's top special attackers.
When teambuilding, pair Great Tuskwith 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 Great Tusk good in ChampionsVGC?
Great Tusk can fit a physical attacker role, commonly alongside Metagross Mega and kept in check by Salamence Mega. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.
＋What types is Great Tusk?
Great Tusk is Ground/Fighting-type.