steel type

Melmetal Gmax

A+

#10208 · Gen 7 · BST 600

Steel
Legal M-A
Usage rate
12.8%
Estimated win rate52.0%

Base stats

HP135
Atk143
Def143
SpA80
SpD65
Spe34

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP210
Atk163
Def163
SpA100
SpD85
Spe54

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP210
Atk163
Def163
SpA100
SpD85
Spe54

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 210 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)1631631008554
Lonely1791461008554
Brave1791631008548
Adamant179163908554
Naughty1791631007654
Bold1461791008554
Docile(neutral)1631631008554
Relaxed1631791008548
Impish163179908554
Lax1631791007654
Timid1461631008559
Hasty1631461008559
Serious(neutral)1631631008554
Jolly163163908559
Naive1631631007659
Modest1461631108554
Mild1631461108554
Quiet1631631108548
Bashful(neutral)1631631008554
Rash1631631107654
Calm1461631009354
Gentle1631461009354
Sassy1631631009348
Careful163163909354
Quirky(neutral)1631631008554

Role · Legality

Physical AttackerSupportTrick Room

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Melmetal Gmax is a Steel-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Salamence Mega and checked by Heatran Mega. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Steel-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 Heatran Mega

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Melmetal Gmax'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 Melmetal Gmax, 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

  • steel type
    Special

    Special Steel STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    80
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • steel type
    Physical

    Physical Steel STAB with a flinch chance.

    Pow
    80
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • 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

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

When teambuilding, pair Melmetal Gmaxwith 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 Melmetal Gmax good in ChampionsVGC?

Melmetal Gmax can fit a physical attacker role, commonly alongside Salamence Mega and kept in check by Heatran Mega. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

What types is Melmetal Gmax?

Melmetal Gmax is Steel-type.

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