poison type

Munkidori

A

#1015 · Gen 9 · BST 555

PoisonPsychic
Legal M-A
Usage rate
14.8%
Estimated win rate51.1%

Base stats

HP88
Atk75
Def66
SpA130
SpD90
Spe106

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP163
Atk95
Def86
SpA150
SpD110
Spe126

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP163
Atk95
Def86
SpA150
SpD110
Spe126

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 163 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)9586150110126
Lonely104 ▲77 ▼150110126
Brave104 ▲86150110113 ▼
Adamant104 ▲86135 ▼110126
Naughty104 ▲8615099 ▼126
Bold85 ▼94 ▲150110126
Docile(neutral)9586150110126
Relaxed9594 ▲150110113 ▼
Impish9594 ▲135 ▼110126
Lax9594 ▲15099 ▼126
Timid85 ▼86150110138 ▲
Hasty9577 ▼150110138 ▲
Serious(neutral)9586150110126
Jolly9586135 ▼110138 ▲
Naive958615099 ▼138 ▲
Modest85 ▼86165 ▲110126
Mild9577 ▼165 ▲110126
Quiet9586165 ▲110113 ▼
Bashful(neutral)9586150110126
Rash9586165 ▲99 ▼126
Calm85 ▼86150121 ▲126
Gentle9577 ▼150121 ▲126
Sassy9586150121 ▲113 ▼
Careful9586135 ▼121 ▲126
Quirky(neutral)9586150110126

Role · Legality

Special AttackerSpeed Control

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Munkidori is a Poison/Psychic-type Pokémon that tends to fit a special attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Yveltal and checked by Calyrex Shadow. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Poison-type STAB options
  • + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
  • + Pairs well with Yveltal

Weaknesses

  • − Depends on team support
  • − Matchup dependent
  • − Watch out for Calyrex Shadow

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Munkidori'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 Munkidori, 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

  • poison type
    Special

    Special Poison STAB with a poison chance.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • poison type
    Physical

    High-power physical Poison STAB.

    Pow
    120
    Acc
    80%
    PP
    5
  • psychic type
    Special

    Special Psychic STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • psychic type
    Special

    Psychic move that hits the target's Defense.

    Pow
    80
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • ice type
    Special

    Premier Ice coverage with a freeze chance.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • ground type
    Special

    Special Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10

Abilities

Toxic ChainFrisk

Items

Choice SpecsLife OrbAssault Vest

Tera Types

Poison

Suggested usage notes

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

When teambuilding, pair Munkidoriwith 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 Munkidori good in ChampionsVGC?

Munkidori can fit a special attacker role, commonly alongside Yveltal and kept in check by Calyrex Shadow. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

＋What types is Munkidori?

Munkidori is Poison/Psychic-type.

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