Gyarados
A#0130 · Gen 1 · BST 540
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
EV Spread Calculator
Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 170 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 145 | 99 | 80 | 120 | 101 |
| Lonely | 159 ▲ | 89 ▼ | 80 | 120 | 101 |
| Brave | 159 ▲ | 99 | 80 | 120 | 90 ▼ |
| Adamant | 159 ▲ | 99 | 72 ▼ | 120 | 101 |
| Naughty | 159 ▲ | 99 | 80 | 108 ▼ | 101 |
| Bold | 130 ▼ | 108 ▲ | 80 | 120 | 101 |
| Docile(neutral) | 145 | 99 | 80 | 120 | 101 |
| Relaxed | 145 | 108 ▲ | 80 | 120 | 90 ▼ |
| Impish | 145 | 108 ▲ | 72 ▼ | 120 | 101 |
| Lax | 145 | 108 ▲ | 80 | 108 ▼ | 101 |
| Timid | 130 ▼ | 99 | 80 | 120 | 111 ▲ |
| Hasty | 145 | 89 ▼ | 80 | 120 | 111 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 145 | 99 | 80 | 120 | 101 |
| Jolly | 145 | 99 | 72 ▼ | 120 | 111 ▲ |
| Naive | 145 | 99 | 80 | 108 ▼ | 111 ▲ |
| Modest | 130 ▼ | 99 | 88 ▲ | 120 | 101 |
| Mild | 145 | 89 ▼ | 88 ▲ | 120 | 101 |
| Quiet | 145 | 99 | 88 ▲ | 120 | 90 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 145 | 99 | 80 | 120 | 101 |
| Rash | 145 | 99 | 88 ▲ | 108 ▼ | 101 |
| Calm | 130 ▼ | 99 | 80 | 132 ▲ | 101 |
| Gentle | 145 | 89 ▼ | 80 | 132 ▲ | 101 |
| Sassy | 145 | 99 | 80 | 132 ▲ | 90 ▼ |
| Careful | 145 | 99 | 72 ▼ | 132 ▲ | 101 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 145 | 99 | 80 | 120 | 101 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Gyarados is a Water/Flying-type Pokémon that fits a physical attacker in the Pokémon Champions format. It pairs well with Metagross Mega, Tyranitar Mega, Blaziken Mega and is kept in check by Tyranitar Mega, Glimmora Mega, Barbaracle Mega, Ampharos Mega. Figures are estimated and matchup dependent.
Strengths
- + Water-type STAB options
- + Fits a physical attacker in team building
- + Pairs well with Metagross Mega, Tyranitar Mega, Blaziken Mega
Weaknesses
- − Depends on team support
- − Matchup dependent
- − Watch out for Tyranitar Mega, Glimmora Mega, Barbaracle Mega, Ampharos Mega
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Gyarados'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 Gyarados, 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
specialSpread Water move hitting all adjacent Pokémon.
Pow90Acc100%PP15- special
High-power Water STAB.
Pow110Acc80%PP5 
specialSpecial Flying STAB with a flinch chance.
Pow75Acc95%PP15- physical
Powerful Flying STAB with recoil.
Pow120Acc100%PP15 
physicalSpread Rock move with a flinch chance.
Pow75Acc90%PP10
physicalSpread Ground move hitting all adjacent (incl. ally).
Pow100Acc100%PP10
Suggested usage notes
Gyarados 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 Gyarados with 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 Gyarados good in Pokémon Champions?
Gyarados can fit a physical attacker, commonly alongside Metagross Mega, Tyranitar Mega, Blaziken Mega and kept in check by Tyranitar Mega, Glimmora Mega, Barbaracle Mega, Ampharos Mega. This is an estimate based on available data.
＋What types is Gyarados?
Gyarados is Water/Flying-type.