ground type

Krookodile

B

#0553 · Gen 5 · BST 519

GroundDark
Legal M-A
Usage rate
8.0%
Estimated win rate50.4%

Base stats

HP95
Atk117
Def80
SpA65
SpD70
Spe92

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP170
Atk137
Def100
SpA85
SpD90
Spe112

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP170
Atk137
Def100
SpA85
SpD90
Spe112

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 170 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)1371008590112
Lonely150908590112
Brave1501008590100
Adamant1501007690112
Naughty1501008581112
Bold1231108590112
Docile(neutral)1371008590112
Relaxed1371108590100
Impish1371107690112
Lax1371108581112
Timid1231008590123
Hasty137908590123
Serious(neutral)1371008590112
Jolly1371007690123
Naive1371008581123
Modest1231009390112
Mild137909390112
Quiet1371009390100
Bashful(neutral)1371008590112
Rash1371009381112
Calm1231008599112
Gentle137908599112
Sassy1371008599100
Careful1371007699112
Quirky(neutral)1371008590112

Role · Legality

Physical Attacker

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Krookodile is a Ground/Dark-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Eternatus Eternamax and checked by Hawlucha Mega. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Ground-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 Hawlucha Mega

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Krookodile'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 Krookodile, 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

  • ground type
    Physical

    Spread Ground move hitting all adjacent (incl. ally).

    Pow
    100
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • ground type
    Special

    Special Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • 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
  • rock type
    Physical

    Spread Rock move with a flinch chance.

    Pow
    75
    Acc
    90%
    PP
    10
  • bug type
    Physical

    Deals damage then switches the user out.

    Pow
    70
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    20

Tera Types

Ground

Suggested usage notes

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

When teambuilding, pair Krookodilewith 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 Krookodile good in ChampionsVGC?

Krookodile can fit a physical attacker role, commonly alongside Eternatus Eternamax and kept in check by Hawlucha Mega. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

What types is Krookodile?

Krookodile is Ground/Dark-type.

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