poison type

Nidoking

B

#0034 · Gen 1 · BST 505

PoisonGround
Legal M-A
Usage rate
9.2%
Estimated win rate50.1%

Base stats

HP81
Atk102
Def77
SpA85
SpD75
Spe85

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP156
Atk122
Def97
SpA105
SpD95
Spe105

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP156
Atk122
Def97
SpA105
SpD95
Spe105

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 156 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)1229710595105
Lonely134 ▲87 ▼10595105
Brave134 ▲971059594 ▼
Adamant134 ▲9794 ▼95105
Naughty134 ▲9710585 ▼105
Bold109 ▼106 ▲10595105
Docile(neutral)1229710595105
Relaxed122106 ▲1059594 ▼
Impish122106 ▲94 ▼95105
Lax122106 ▲10585 ▼105
Timid109 ▼9710595115 ▲
Hasty12287 ▼10595115 ▲
Serious(neutral)1229710595105
Jolly1229794 ▼95115 ▲
Naive1229710585 ▼115 ▲
Modest109 ▼97115 ▲95105
Mild12287 ▼115 ▲95105
Quiet12297115 ▲9594 ▼
Bashful(neutral)1229710595105
Rash12297115 ▲85 ▼105
Calm109 ▼97105104 ▲105
Gentle12287 ▼105104 ▲105
Sassy12297105104 ▲94 ▼
Careful1229794 ▼104 ▲105
Quirky(neutral)1229710595105

Role · Legality

Physical Attacker

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Nidoking is a Poison/Ground-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Greninja Mega and checked by Landorus Incarnate. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

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

Weaknesses

  • − Depends on team support
  • − Matchup dependent
  • − Watch out for Landorus Incarnate

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Nidoking'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 Nidoking, 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
  • ground type
    Physical

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

    Pow
    100
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • ground type
    Special

    Special Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • rock type
    Physical

    Spread Rock move with a flinch chance.

    Pow
    75
    Acc
    90%
    PP
    10
  • bug type
    Physical

    Deals damage then switches the user out.

    Pow
    70
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    20

Abilities

Poison PointRivalrySheer Force

Items

Sitrus BerryFocus Sash

Tera Types

Poison

Suggested usage notes

Nidoking 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 Nidokingwith 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 Nidoking good in ChampionsVGC?

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

＋What types is Nidoking?

Nidoking is Poison/Ground-type.

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