dark type

Grimmsnarl Gmax

B

#10222 · Gen 8 · BST 510

DarkFairy
Legal M-A
Usage rate
11.1%
Estimated win rate50.2%

Base stats

HP95
Atk120
Def65
SpA95
SpD75
Spe60

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP170
Atk140
Def85
SpA115
SpD95
Spe80

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP170
Atk140
Def85
SpA115
SpD95
Spe80

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 170 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)140851159580
Lonely154761159580
Brave154851159572
Adamant154851039580
Naughty154851158580
Bold126931159580
Docile(neutral)140851159580
Relaxed140931159572
Impish140931039580
Lax140931158580
Timid126851159588
Hasty140761159588
Serious(neutral)140851159580
Jolly140851039588
Naive140851158588
Modest126851269580
Mild140761269580
Quiet140851269572
Bashful(neutral)140851159580
Rash140851268580
Calm1268511510480
Gentle1407611510480
Sassy1408511510472
Careful1408510310480
Quirky(neutral)140851159580

Role · Legality

Physical Attacker

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Grimmsnarl Gmax is a Dark/Fairy-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Metagross Mega and checked by Zacian Crowned. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Dark-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 Zacian Crowned

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Grimmsnarl Gmax'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 Grimmsnarl Gmax, 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

  • dark type
    Special

    Special Dark STAB with a flinch chance.

    Pow
    80
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • dark type
    Physical

    Removes the target's item; +50% power if it had one.

    Pow
    65
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    20
  • fairy type
    Special

    Special Fairy STAB; may lower Sp. Atk.

    Pow
    95
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • fairy type
    Special

    Spread Fairy move hitting both foes.

    Pow
    80
    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

Grimmsnarl Gmax 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.

When teambuilding, pair Grimmsnarl Gmaxwith 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 Grimmsnarl Gmax good in ChampionsVGC?

Grimmsnarl Gmax can fit a physical attacker role, commonly alongside Metagross Mega and kept in check by Zacian Crowned. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

What types is Grimmsnarl Gmax?

Grimmsnarl Gmax is Dark/Fairy-type.

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