Lucario
B#0448 · Gen 4 · BST 525
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
EV Spread Calculator
Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 145 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 130 | 90 | 135 | 90 | 110 |
| Lonely | 143 ▲ | 81 ▼ | 135 | 90 | 110 |
| Brave | 143 ▲ | 90 | 135 | 90 | 99 ▼ |
| Adamant | 143 ▲ | 90 | 121 ▼ | 90 | 110 |
| Naughty | 143 ▲ | 90 | 135 | 81 ▼ | 110 |
| Bold | 117 ▼ | 99 ▲ | 135 | 90 | 110 |
| Docile(neutral) | 130 | 90 | 135 | 90 | 110 |
| Relaxed | 130 | 99 ▲ | 135 | 90 | 99 ▼ |
| Impish | 130 | 99 ▲ | 121 ▼ | 90 | 110 |
| Lax | 130 | 99 ▲ | 135 | 81 ▼ | 110 |
| Timid | 117 ▼ | 90 | 135 | 90 | 121 ▲ |
| Hasty | 130 | 81 ▼ | 135 | 90 | 121 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 130 | 90 | 135 | 90 | 110 |
| Jolly | 130 | 90 | 121 ▼ | 90 | 121 ▲ |
| Naive | 130 | 90 | 135 | 81 ▼ | 121 ▲ |
| Modest | 117 ▼ | 90 | 148 ▲ | 90 | 110 |
| Mild | 130 | 81 ▼ | 148 ▲ | 90 | 110 |
| Quiet | 130 | 90 | 148 ▲ | 90 | 99 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 130 | 90 | 135 | 90 | 110 |
| Rash | 130 | 90 | 148 ▲ | 81 ▼ | 110 |
| Calm | 117 ▼ | 90 | 135 | 99 ▲ | 110 |
| Gentle | 130 | 81 ▼ | 135 | 99 ▲ | 110 |
| Sassy | 130 | 90 | 135 | 99 ▲ | 99 ▼ |
| Careful | 130 | 90 | 121 ▼ | 99 ▲ | 110 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 130 | 90 | 135 | 90 | 110 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Lucario is a Fighting/Steel-type Pokémon that tends to fit a special attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Salamence Mega and checked by Victini. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.
Strengths
- + Fighting-type STAB options
- + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
- + Pairs well with Salamence Mega
Weaknesses
- − Depends on team support
- − Matchup dependent
- − Watch out for Victini
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Lucario'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 Lucario, 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
- Physical
Strong Fighting STAB; lowers user's defenses.
Pow120Acc100%PP5 - Physical
Fighting STAB that heals the user.
Pow75Acc100%PP10 
SpecialSpecial Steel STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow80Acc100%PP10- Physical
Physical Steel STAB with a flinch chance.
Pow80Acc100%PP15 
SpecialPremier Ice coverage with a freeze chance.
Pow90Acc100%PP10
SpecialSpecial Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow90Acc100%PP10
Suggested usage notes
Lucario performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Special Attacker Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges. Be mindful of Psychic- and Fairy-type coverage from the format's top special attackers.
When teambuilding, pair Lucariowith 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 Lucario good in ChampionsVGC?
Lucario can fit a special attacker role, commonly alongside Salamence Mega and kept in check by Victini. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.
＋What types is Lucario?
Lucario is Fighting/Steel-type.