dark type

Houndoom Mega

A+

#10048 · Gen 2 · BST 600

DarkFireMega
Legal M-A
Usage rate
21.1%
Estimated win rate52.0%

Base stats

HP75
Atk90
Def90
SpA140
SpD90
Spe115

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP150
Atk110
Def110
SpA160
SpD110
Spe135

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP150
Atk110
Def110
SpA160
SpD110
Spe135

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 150 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)110110160110135
Lonely121 ▲99 ▼160110135
Brave121 ▲110160110121 ▼
Adamant121 ▲110144 ▼110135
Naughty121 ▲11016099 ▼135
Bold99 ▼121 ▲160110135
Docile(neutral)110110160110135
Relaxed110121 ▲160110121 ▼
Impish110121 ▲144 ▼110135
Lax110121 ▲16099 ▼135
Timid99 ▼110160110148 ▲
Hasty11099 ▼160110148 ▲
Serious(neutral)110110160110135
Jolly110110144 ▼110148 ▲
Naive11011016099 ▼148 ▲
Modest99 ▼110176 ▲110135
Mild11099 ▼176 ▲110135
Quiet110110176 ▲110121 ▼
Bashful(neutral)110110160110135
Rash110110176 ▲99 ▼135
Calm99 ▼110160121 ▲135
Gentle11099 ▼160121 ▲135
Sassy110110160121 ▲121 ▼
Careful110110144 ▼121 ▲135
Quirky(neutral)110110160110135

Role · Legality

Special AttackerSpeed Control

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

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

Strengths

  • + Dark-type STAB options
  • + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
  • + Pairs well with Salamence Mega

Weaknesses

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

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Houndoom Mega'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 Houndoom Mega, 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

  • 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
  • fire type
    Special

    Reliable single-target Fire STAB.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • fire type
    Special

    Spread Fire damage hitting both foes.

    Pow
    95
    Acc
    90%
    PP
    10
  • ice type
    Special

    Premier Ice coverage with a freeze chance.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • ground type
    Special

    Special Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10

Abilities

Solar Power

Items

Choice SpecsLife OrbAssault Vest

Tera Types

Dark

Suggested usage notes

Houndoom Mega performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Special Attacker and Speed Control Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.

When teambuilding, pair Houndoom Megawith 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 Houndoom Mega good in ChampionsVGC?

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

＋What types is Houndoom Mega?

Houndoom Mega is Dark/Fire-type.

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