dark type

Maschiff

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#0942 · Gen 9 · BST 340

Dark
Legal M-A
Usage rate
0.0%
Estimated win rate46.8%

Base stats

HP60
Atk78
Def60
SpA40
SpD51
Spe51

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP135
Atk98
Def80
SpA60
SpD71
Spe71

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP135
Atk98
Def80
SpA60
SpD71
Spe71

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 135 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)9880607171
Lonely10772607171
Brave10780607163
Adamant10780547171
Naughty10780606371
Bold8888607171
Docile(neutral)9880607171
Relaxed9888607163
Impish9888547171
Lax9888606371
Timid8880607178
Hasty9872607178
Serious(neutral)9880607171
Jolly9880547178
Naive9880606378
Modest8880667171
Mild9872667171
Quiet9880667163
Bashful(neutral)9880607171
Rash9880666371
Calm8880607871
Gentle9872607871
Sassy9880607863
Careful9880547871
Quirky(neutral)9880607171

Role · Legality

Physical Attacker

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Maschiff is a Dark-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Eternatus Eternamax and checked by Zacian Crowned. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Dark-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 Zacian Crowned

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Maschiff'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 Maschiff, 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

  • 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
  • ground type
    Physical

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

    Pow
    100
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • bug type
    Physical

    Deals damage then switches the user out.

    Pow
    70
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    20
  • normal type
    StatusPriority +4

    Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.

    Pow
    Acc
    PP
    10

Suggested usage notes

Maschiff 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 Maschiffwith 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 Maschiff good in ChampionsVGC?

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

What types is Maschiff?

Maschiff is Dark-type.

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