bug type

Mothim

C

#0414 · Gen 4 · BST 424

BugFlying
Legal M-A
Usage rate
2.3%
Estimated win rate48.5%

Base stats

HP70
Atk94
Def50
SpA94
SpD50
Spe66

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP145
Atk114
Def70
SpA114
SpD70
Spe86

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP145
Atk114
Def70
SpA114
SpD70
Spe86

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 145 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)114701147086
Lonely125 ▲63 ▼1147086
Brave125 ▲701147077 ▼
Adamant125 ▲70102 ▼7086
Naughty125 ▲7011463 ▼86
Bold102 ▼77 ▲1147086
Docile(neutral)114701147086
Relaxed11477 ▲1147077 ▼
Impish11477 ▲102 ▼7086
Lax11477 ▲11463 ▼86
Timid102 ▼701147094 ▲
Hasty11463 ▼1147094 ▲
Serious(neutral)114701147086
Jolly11470102 ▼7094 ▲
Naive1147011463 ▼94 ▲
Modest102 ▼70125 ▲7086
Mild11463 ▼125 ▲7086
Quiet11470125 ▲7077 ▼
Bashful(neutral)114701147086
Rash11470125 ▲63 ▼86
Calm102 ▼7011477 ▲86
Gentle11463 ▼11477 ▲86
Sassy1147011477 ▲77 ▼
Careful11470102 ▼77 ▲86
Quirky(neutral)114701147086

Role · Legality

Physical AttackerSpecial Attacker

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Mothim is a Bug/Flying-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Zygarde Mega and checked by Diancie Mega. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Bug-type STAB options
  • + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
  • + Pairs well with Zygarde Mega

Weaknesses

  • − Depends on team support
  • − Matchup dependent
  • − Watch out for Diancie Mega

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Mothim'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 Mothim, while counters and checks highlight what to watch out for in team preview.

Team building guide →Damage calculator →Matchup analysis →

Last updated: July 2026 (Regulation Set M-A). Data is based on available competitive trends and editorial review.

Common builds & options

Moves

  • bug type
    Special

    Special Bug STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • bug type
    Physical

    Deals damage then switches the user out.

    Pow
    70
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    20
  • flying type
    Special

    Special Flying STAB with a flinch chance.

    Pow
    75
    Acc
    95%
    PP
    15
  • flying type
    Physical

    Powerful Flying STAB with recoil.

    Pow
    120
    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

Abilities

SwarmTinted Lens

Items

Sitrus BerryFocus Sash

Tera Types

Bug

Suggested usage notes

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

When teambuilding, pair Mothimwith 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.

How to read matchups →Team builder →

Partners · Counters · Checks

Partners

Counters

Checks

Frequently asked questions

＋Is Mothim good in ChampionsVGC?

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

＋What types is Mothim?

Mothim is Bug/Flying-type.

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