dark type

Hydreigon

A+

#0635 · Gen 5 · BST 600

DarkDragon
Legal M-A
Usage rate
17.1%
Estimated win rate52.0%

Base stats

HP92
Atk105
Def90
SpA125
SpD90
Spe98

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP167
Atk125
Def110
SpA145
SpD110
Spe118

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP167
Atk125
Def110
SpA145
SpD110
Spe118

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 167 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)125110145110118
Lonely137 ▲99 ▼145110118
Brave137 ▲110145110106 ▼
Adamant137 ▲110130 ▼110118
Naughty137 ▲11014599 ▼118
Bold112 ▼121 ▲145110118
Docile(neutral)125110145110118
Relaxed125121 ▲145110106 ▼
Impish125121 ▲130 ▼110118
Lax125121 ▲14599 ▼118
Timid112 ▼110145110129 ▲
Hasty12599 ▼145110129 ▲
Serious(neutral)125110145110118
Jolly125110130 ▼110129 ▲
Naive12511014599 ▼129 ▲
Modest112 ▼110159 ▲110118
Mild12599 ▼159 ▲110118
Quiet125110159 ▲110106 ▼
Bashful(neutral)125110145110118
Rash125110159 ▲99 ▼118
Calm112 ▼110145121 ▲118
Gentle12599 ▼145121 ▲118
Sassy125110145121 ▲106 ▼
Careful125110130 ▼121 ▲118
Quirky(neutral)125110145110118

Role · Legality

Special Attacker

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Hydreigon is a Dark/Dragon-type Pokémon that tends to fit a special 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 Hydreigon'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 Hydreigon, 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
  • 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
  • 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

Levitate

Items

Life OrbChoice SpecsAssault Vest

Tera Types

Dark

Suggested usage notes

Hydreigon 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.

When teambuilding, pair Hydreigonwith 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 Hydreigon good in ChampionsVGC?

Hydreigon can fit a special 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 Hydreigon?

Hydreigon is Dark/Dragon-type.

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