Lotad
D#0270 · Gen 3 · BST 220
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
EV Spread Calculator
Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 115 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 50 | 50 | 60 | 70 | 50 |
| Lonely | 55 ▲ | 45 ▼ | 60 | 70 | 50 |
| Brave | 55 ▲ | 50 | 60 | 70 | 45 ▼ |
| Adamant | 55 ▲ | 50 | 54 ▼ | 70 | 50 |
| Naughty | 55 ▲ | 50 | 60 | 63 ▼ | 50 |
| Bold | 45 ▼ | 55 ▲ | 60 | 70 | 50 |
| Docile(neutral) | 50 | 50 | 60 | 70 | 50 |
| Relaxed | 50 | 55 ▲ | 60 | 70 | 45 ▼ |
| Impish | 50 | 55 ▲ | 54 ▼ | 70 | 50 |
| Lax | 50 | 55 ▲ | 60 | 63 ▼ | 50 |
| Timid | 45 ▼ | 50 | 60 | 70 | 55 ▲ |
| Hasty | 50 | 45 ▼ | 60 | 70 | 55 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 50 | 50 | 60 | 70 | 50 |
| Jolly | 50 | 50 | 54 ▼ | 70 | 55 ▲ |
| Naive | 50 | 50 | 60 | 63 ▼ | 55 ▲ |
| Modest | 45 ▼ | 50 | 66 ▲ | 70 | 50 |
| Mild | 50 | 45 ▼ | 66 ▲ | 70 | 50 |
| Quiet | 50 | 50 | 66 ▲ | 70 | 45 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 50 | 50 | 60 | 70 | 50 |
| Rash | 50 | 50 | 66 ▲ | 63 ▼ | 50 |
| Calm | 45 ▼ | 50 | 60 | 77 ▲ | 50 |
| Gentle | 50 | 45 ▼ | 60 | 77 ▲ | 50 |
| Sassy | 50 | 50 | 60 | 77 ▲ | 45 ▼ |
| Careful | 50 | 50 | 54 ▼ | 77 ▲ | 50 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 50 | 50 | 60 | 70 | 50 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Lotad is a Water/Grass-type Pokémon that tends to fit a trick room role in VGC, commonly paired with Magearna Original Mega and checked by Eternatus. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.
Strengths
- + Water-type STAB options
- + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
- + Pairs well with Magearna Original Mega
Weaknesses
- − Depends on team support
- − Matchup dependent
- − Watch out for Eternatus
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Lotad'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 Lotad, 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
- Special
Spread Water move hitting all adjacent Pokémon.
Pow90Acc100%PP15 - Special
High-power Water STAB.
Pow110Acc80%PP5 
SpecialStandard special Grass STAB.
Pow90Acc100%PP10- Special
Huge Grass damage; lowers user's Sp. Atk.
Pow130Acc90%PP5 
SpecialPremier Ice coverage with a freeze chance.
Pow90Acc100%PP10
SpecialSpecial Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow90Acc100%PP10
Suggested usage notes
Lotad performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Trick Room Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.
When teambuilding, pair Lotadwith 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 Lotad good in ChampionsVGC?
Lotad can fit a trick room role, commonly alongside Magearna Original Mega and kept in check by Eternatus. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.
＋What types is Lotad?
Lotad is Water/Grass-type.