Hoopa

A+

#0720 · Gen 6 · BST 600

PsychicGhost

Legal M-A

Usage rate

22.2%

Estimated win rate52.0%

Base stats

HP80

Atk110

Def60

SpA150

SpD130

Spe70

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP155

Atk130

Def80

SpA170

SpD150

Spe90

EV Spread Calculator

Nature

0 / 510 EVs

HP155

Atk130

Def80

SpA170

SpD150

Spe90

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 155 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

Nature	Atk	Def	SpA	SpD	Spe
Hardy(neutral)	130	80	170	150	90
Lonely	143 ▲	72 ▼	170	150	90
Brave	143 ▲	80	170	150	81 ▼
Adamant	143 ▲	80	153 ▼	150	90
Naughty	143 ▲	80	170	135 ▼	90
Bold	117 ▼	88 ▲	170	150	90
Docile(neutral)	130	80	170	150	90
Relaxed	130	88 ▲	170	150	81 ▼
Impish	130	88 ▲	153 ▼	150	90
Lax	130	88 ▲	170	135 ▼	90
Timid	117 ▼	80	170	150	99 ▲
Hasty	130	72 ▼	170	150	99 ▲
Serious(neutral)	130	80	170	150	90
Jolly	130	80	153 ▼	150	99 ▲
Naive	130	80	170	135 ▼	99 ▲
Modest	117 ▼	80	187 ▲	150	90
Mild	130	72 ▼	187 ▲	150	90
Quiet	130	80	187 ▲	150	81 ▼
Bashful(neutral)	130	80	170	150	90
Rash	130	80	187 ▲	135 ▼	90
Calm	117 ▼	80	170	165 ▲	90
Gentle	130	72 ▼	170	165 ▲	90
Sassy	130	80	170	165 ▲	81 ▼
Careful	130	80	153 ▼	165 ▲	90
Quirky(neutral)	130	80	170	150	90

Role · Legality

Special Attacker

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Hoopa is a Psychic/Ghost-type Pokémon that tends to fit a special attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Tyranitar Mega and checked by Greninja Ash. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

+ Psychic-type STAB options
+ Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
+ Pairs well with Tyranitar Mega

Weaknesses

− Depends on team support
− Matchup dependent
− Watch out for Greninja Ash

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Hoopa'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 Hoopa, while counters and checks highlight what to watch out for in team preview.

Team building guide →Damage calculator →Matchup analysis →

Last updated: July 2026 (Regulation Set M-A). Data is based on available competitive trends and editorial review.

Common builds & options

Moves

Special
Special Psychic STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow
90
Acc
100%
PP
10
Special
Psychic move that hits the target's Defense.
Pow
80
Acc
100%
PP
10
Special
Special Ghost STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow
80
Acc
100%
PP
15
Physical
Powerful Ghost STAB; fails if target has no item.
Pow
110
Acc
90%
PP
5
Special
Premier Ice coverage with a freeze chance.
Pow
90
Acc
100%
PP
10
Special
Special Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow
90
Acc
100%
PP
10

Abilities

Magician

Items

Life Orb Choice Specs Assault Vest

Tera Types

Psychic

Suggested usage notes

Hoopa performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Special 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 Hoopawith 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.

How to read matchups →Team builder →

Partners · Counters · Checks

Partners

Counters

Checks

Frequently asked questions

＋Is Hoopa good in ChampionsVGC?

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

＋What types is Hoopa?

Hoopa is Psychic/Ghost-type.

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