dark type

Guzzlord

A

#0799 · Gen 7 · BST 570

DarkDragon
Legal M-A
Usage rate
9.3%
Estimated win rate51.4%

Base stats

HP223
Atk101
Def53
SpA97
SpD53
Spe43

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP298
Atk121
Def73
SpA117
SpD73
Spe63

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP298
Atk121
Def73
SpA117
SpD73
Spe63

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 298 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)121731177363
Lonely133651177363
Brave133731177356
Adamant133731057363
Naughty133731176563
Bold108801177363
Docile(neutral)121731177363
Relaxed121801177356
Impish121801057363
Lax121801176563
Timid108731177369
Hasty121651177369
Serious(neutral)121731177363
Jolly121731057369
Naive121731176569
Modest108731287363
Mild121651287363
Quiet121731287356
Bashful(neutral)121731177363
Rash121731286563
Calm108731178063
Gentle121651178063
Sassy121731178056
Careful121731058063
Quirky(neutral)121731177363

Role · Legality

Physical AttackerSupportTrick Room

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Guzzlord is a Dark/Dragon-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Magearna Original 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 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 Guzzlord'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 Guzzlord, 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
  • 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

Abilities

Tera Types

Dark

Suggested usage notes

Guzzlord 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.

When teambuilding, pair Guzzlordwith 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 Guzzlord good in ChampionsVGC?

Guzzlord can fit a physical attacker 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 Guzzlord?

Guzzlord is Dark/Dragon-type.

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