water type

Huntail

B

#0367 · Gen 3 · BST 485

Water
Legal M-A
Usage rate
9.0%
Estimated win rate49.7%

Base stats

HP55
Atk104
Def105
SpA94
SpD75
Spe52

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP130
Atk124
Def125
SpA114
SpD95
Spe72

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP130
Atk124
Def125
SpA114
SpD95
Spe72

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 130 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)1241251149572
Lonely1361121149572
Brave1361251149564
Adamant1361251029572
Naughty1361251148572
Bold1111371149572
Docile(neutral)1241251149572
Relaxed1241371149564
Impish1241371029572
Lax1241371148572
Timid1111251149579
Hasty1241121149579
Serious(neutral)1241251149572
Jolly1241251029579
Naive1241251148579
Modest1111251259572
Mild1241121259572
Quiet1241251259564
Bashful(neutral)1241251149572
Rash1241251258572
Calm11112511410472
Gentle12411211410472
Sassy12412511410464
Careful12412510210472
Quirky(neutral)1241251149572

Role · Legality

Flexible

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Huntail is a Water-type Pokémon that tends to fit a flexible role in VGC, commonly paired with Eternatus Eternamax and checked by Miraidon Low Power Mode. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Water-type STAB options
  • + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
  • + Pairs well with Eternatus Eternamax

Weaknesses

  • Depends on team support
  • Matchup dependent
  • Watch out for Miraidon Low Power Mode

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Huntail'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 Huntail, 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

  • water type
    Special

    Spread Water move hitting all adjacent Pokémon.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • water type
    Special

    High-power Water STAB.

    Pow
    110
    Acc
    80%
    PP
    5
  • 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
  • bug type
    Physical

    Deals damage then switches the user out.

    Pow
    70
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    20

Tera Types

Water

Suggested usage notes

Huntail performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Flexible Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.

When teambuilding, pair Huntailwith 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 Huntail good in ChampionsVGC?

Huntail can fit a flexible role, commonly alongside Eternatus Eternamax and kept in check by Miraidon Low Power Mode. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

What types is Huntail?

Huntail is Water-type.

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