poison type

Naganadel

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#0804 · Gen 7 · BST 540

PoisonDragon
Legal M-A
Usage rate
9.5%
Estimated win rate50.8%

Base stats

HP73
Atk73
Def73
SpA127
SpD73
Spe121

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP148
Atk93
Def93
SpA147
SpD93
Spe141

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP148
Atk93
Def93
SpA147
SpD93
Spe141

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 148 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)939314793141
Lonely102 ▲83 ▼14793141
Brave102 ▲9314793126 ▼
Adamant102 ▲93132 ▼93141
Naughty102 ▲9314783 ▼141
Bold83 ▼102 ▲14793141
Docile(neutral)939314793141
Relaxed93102 ▲14793126 ▼
Impish93102 ▲132 ▼93141
Lax93102 ▲14783 ▼141
Timid83 ▼9314793155 ▲
Hasty9383 ▼14793155 ▲
Serious(neutral)939314793141
Jolly9393132 ▼93155 ▲
Naive939314783 ▼155 ▲
Modest83 ▼93161 ▲93141
Mild9383 ▼161 ▲93141
Quiet9393161 ▲93126 ▼
Bashful(neutral)939314793141
Rash9393161 ▲83 ▼141
Calm83 ▼93147102 ▲141
Gentle9383 ▼147102 ▲141
Sassy9393147102 ▲126 ▼
Careful9393132 ▼102 ▲141
Quirky(neutral)939314793141

Role · Legality

Special AttackerSpeed Control

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Naganadel is a Poison/Dragon-type Pokémon that tends to fit a special attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Metagross Mega and checked by Metagross Mega. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

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

Weaknesses

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

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Naganadel'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 Naganadel, 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
  • dragon type
    Special

    Huge Dragon damage; lowers user's Sp. Atk.

    Pow
    130
    Acc
    90%
    PP
    5
  • dragon type
    Special

    Reliable special Dragon STAB.

    Pow
    85
    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

Beast Boost

Items

Choice SpecsLife Orb

Tera Types

Poison

Suggested usage notes

Naganadel 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 Naganadelwith 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 Naganadel good in ChampionsVGC?

Naganadel can fit a special attacker role, commonly alongside Metagross Mega and kept in check by Metagross Mega. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

＋What types is Naganadel?

Naganadel is Poison/Dragon-type.

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