water type

Kingdra

A

#0230 · Gen 2 · BST 540

WaterDragon
Legal M-A
Usage rate
10.6%
Estimated win rate50.8%

Base stats

HP75
Atk95
Def95
SpA95
SpD95
Spe85

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP150
Atk115
Def115
SpA115
SpD115
Spe105

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP150
Atk115
Def115
SpA115
SpD115
Spe105

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 150 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)115115115115105
Lonely126 ▲103 ▼115115105
Brave126 ▲11511511594 ▼
Adamant126 ▲115103 ▼115105
Naughty126 ▲115115103 ▼105
Bold103 ▼126 ▲115115105
Docile(neutral)115115115115105
Relaxed115126 ▲11511594 ▼
Impish115126 ▲103 ▼115105
Lax115126 ▲115103 ▼105
Timid103 ▼115115115115 ▲
Hasty115103 ▼115115115 ▲
Serious(neutral)115115115115105
Jolly115115103 ▼115115 ▲
Naive115115115103 ▼115 ▲
Modest103 ▼115126 ▲115105
Mild115103 ▼126 ▲115105
Quiet115115126 ▲11594 ▼
Bashful(neutral)115115115115105
Rash115115126 ▲103 ▼105
Calm103 ▼115115126 ▲105
Gentle115103 ▼115126 ▲105
Sassy115115115126 ▲94 ▼
Careful115115103 ▼126 ▲105
Quirky(neutral)115115115115105

Role · Legality

Physical AttackerSpecial Attacker

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Kingdra is a Water/Dragon-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Metagross Mega and checked by Zacian Crowned. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Water-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 Kingdra'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 Kingdra, 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

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

Abilities

Swift SwimSniperDamp

Items

Sitrus BerryFocus SashAssault Vest

Tera Types

Water

Suggested usage notes

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

When teambuilding, pair Kingdrawith 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 Kingdra good in ChampionsVGC?

Kingdra can fit a physical 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 Kingdra?

Kingdra is Water/Dragon-type.

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