Latias Mega

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

Mega Latias is the Dragon/Psychic restricted that serves as the format's premium speed-control support. It combines a strong special Attack with an elite speed tier and access to Icy Wind, letting it warp the speed of the entire field for its team in a single turn. Its bulk, especially on the special side, is genuinely good, which lets it sit in front of weaker special attackers and cycle through games. Its typing gives it a neutral defensive profile that is difficult to punish, and it can be built as a support piece, a special breaker or a hybrid. Its weaknesses are the standard Dragon and Psychic package — vulnerable to Dark, Ghost, Ice and Fairy — and it is not bulky enough to absorb super-effective hits, so it relies on positioning. It functions best as a glue piece that enables faster sweepers and provides the speed control the format demands. Mega Latias pairs well with physical partners that handle the threats it cannot, and it rewards patient, control-oriented play.

Use this page to understand Latias Mega'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 Latias Mega, 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.

Latias Mega performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Speed Control and Support Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.

When teambuilding, pair Latias Mega with 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.