dark type

Iron Jugulis

A

#0993 · Gen 9 · BST 570

DarkFlying
Legal M-A
Usage rate
17.6%
Estimated win rate51.4%

Base stats

HP94
Atk80
Def86
SpA122
SpD80
Spe108

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP169
Atk100
Def106
SpA142
SpD100
Spe128

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP169
Atk100
Def106
SpA142
SpD100
Spe128

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 169 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)100106142100128
Lonely11095142100128
Brave110106142100115
Adamant110106127100128
Naughty11010614290128
Bold90116142100128
Docile(neutral)100106142100128
Relaxed100116142100115
Impish100116127100128
Lax10011614290128
Timid90106142100140
Hasty10095142100140
Serious(neutral)100106142100128
Jolly100106127100140
Naive10010614290140
Modest90106156100128
Mild10095156100128
Quiet100106156100115
Bashful(neutral)100106142100128
Rash10010615690128
Calm90106142110128
Gentle10095142110128
Sassy100106142110115
Careful100106127110128
Quirky(neutral)100106142100128

Role · Legality

Special AttackerSpeed Control

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Iron Jugulis is a Dark/Flying-type Pokémon that tends to fit a special attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Metagross 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 Metagross Mega

Weaknesses

  • Depends on team support
  • Matchup dependent
  • Watch out for Zacian Crowned

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Iron Jugulis'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 Jugulis, 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

  • 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
  • flying type
    Special

    Special Flying STAB with a flinch chance.

    Pow
    75
    Acc
    95%
    PP
    15
  • flying type
    Physical

    Powerful Flying STAB with recoil.

    Pow
    120
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • 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

Tera Types

Dark

Suggested usage notes

Iron Jugulis 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 Iron Juguliswith 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 Jugulis good in ChampionsVGC?

Iron Jugulis can fit a special attacker role, commonly alongside Metagross Mega and kept in check by Zacian Crowned. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

What types is Iron Jugulis?

Iron Jugulis is Dark/Flying-type.

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