Iron Crown
A#0995 · Gen 9 · BST 590
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
EV Spread Calculator
Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 165 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 92 | 120 | 142 | 128 | 118 |
| Lonely | 101 ▲ | 108 ▼ | 142 | 128 | 118 |
| Brave | 101 ▲ | 120 | 142 | 128 | 106 ▼ |
| Adamant | 101 ▲ | 120 | 127 ▼ | 128 | 118 |
| Naughty | 101 ▲ | 120 | 142 | 115 ▼ | 118 |
| Bold | 82 ▼ | 132 ▲ | 142 | 128 | 118 |
| Docile(neutral) | 92 | 120 | 142 | 128 | 118 |
| Relaxed | 92 | 132 ▲ | 142 | 128 | 106 ▼ |
| Impish | 92 | 132 ▲ | 127 ▼ | 128 | 118 |
| Lax | 92 | 132 ▲ | 142 | 115 ▼ | 118 |
| Timid | 82 ▼ | 120 | 142 | 128 | 129 ▲ |
| Hasty | 92 | 108 ▼ | 142 | 128 | 129 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 92 | 120 | 142 | 128 | 118 |
| Jolly | 92 | 120 | 127 ▼ | 128 | 129 ▲ |
| Naive | 92 | 120 | 142 | 115 ▼ | 129 ▲ |
| Modest | 82 ▼ | 120 | 156 ▲ | 128 | 118 |
| Mild | 92 | 108 ▼ | 156 ▲ | 128 | 118 |
| Quiet | 92 | 120 | 156 ▲ | 128 | 106 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 92 | 120 | 142 | 128 | 118 |
| Rash | 92 | 120 | 156 ▲ | 115 ▼ | 118 |
| Calm | 82 ▼ | 120 | 142 | 140 ▲ | 118 |
| Gentle | 92 | 108 ▼ | 142 | 140 ▲ | 118 |
| Sassy | 92 | 120 | 142 | 140 ▲ | 106 ▼ |
| Careful | 92 | 120 | 127 ▼ | 140 ▲ | 118 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 92 | 120 | 142 | 128 | 118 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Iron Crown is a bulky special pivot whose Tachyon Cutter ignores accuracy checks and bypasses protection over two turns. Under terrain it becomes a strong Expanding Force attacker.
Strengths
- + Tachyon Cutter reliability
- + Good bulk
- + Volt Switch momentum
Weaknesses
- − Dark and Ground weak
- − Booster dependency
- − Lower raw power
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Iron Crown'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 Iron Crown, 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
SpecialSpecial Psychic STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow90Acc100%PP10
SpecialDeals damage then pivots the user out.
Pow70Acc100%PP20- Special
Hits both foes and is boosted on Psychic Terrain.
Pow80Acc100%PP10 - StatusPriority +4
Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.
Pow—Acc—PP10
Suggested usage notes
Iron Crown performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Special Attacker and Pivot Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.
When teambuilding, pair Iron Crownwith 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 Iron Crown good in ChampionsVGC?
Iron Crown currently trends as a A-tier pick (Special Attacker, Pivot). These are estimated trends based on available data and do not guarantee results.
＋What is the best build for Iron Crown in Regulation M-A?
Common builds pair Booster Energy with moves like Tachyon Cutter, Psychic, Volt Switch. Builds are matchup dependent and should be adapted to your team.
＋What counters Iron Crown?
Frequent answers include chien-pao, kingambit. Effectiveness varies by team and game state.