Nincada
D#0290 · Gen 3 · BST 266
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
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Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 106 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 65 | 110 | 50 | 50 | 60 |
| Lonely | 71 ▲ | 99 ▼ | 50 | 50 | 60 |
| Brave | 71 ▲ | 110 | 50 | 50 | 54 ▼ |
| Adamant | 71 ▲ | 110 | 45 ▼ | 50 | 60 |
| Naughty | 71 ▲ | 110 | 50 | 45 ▼ | 60 |
| Bold | 58 ▼ | 121 ▲ | 50 | 50 | 60 |
| Docile(neutral) | 65 | 110 | 50 | 50 | 60 |
| Relaxed | 65 | 121 ▲ | 50 | 50 | 54 ▼ |
| Impish | 65 | 121 ▲ | 45 ▼ | 50 | 60 |
| Lax | 65 | 121 ▲ | 50 | 45 ▼ | 60 |
| Timid | 58 ▼ | 110 | 50 | 50 | 66 ▲ |
| Hasty | 65 | 99 ▼ | 50 | 50 | 66 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 65 | 110 | 50 | 50 | 60 |
| Jolly | 65 | 110 | 45 ▼ | 50 | 66 ▲ |
| Naive | 65 | 110 | 50 | 45 ▼ | 66 ▲ |
| Modest | 58 ▼ | 110 | 55 ▲ | 50 | 60 |
| Mild | 65 | 99 ▼ | 55 ▲ | 50 | 60 |
| Quiet | 65 | 110 | 55 ▲ | 50 | 54 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 65 | 110 | 50 | 50 | 60 |
| Rash | 65 | 110 | 55 ▲ | 45 ▼ | 60 |
| Calm | 58 ▼ | 110 | 50 | 55 ▲ | 60 |
| Gentle | 65 | 99 ▼ | 50 | 55 ▲ | 60 |
| Sassy | 65 | 110 | 50 | 55 ▲ | 54 ▼ |
| Careful | 65 | 110 | 45 ▼ | 55 ▲ | 60 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 65 | 110 | 50 | 50 | 60 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Nincada is a Bug/Ground-type Pokémon that tends to fit a trick room role in VGC, commonly paired with Kyogre Primal and checked by Hawlucha Mega. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.
Strengths
- + Bug-type STAB options
- + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
- + Pairs well with Kyogre Primal
Weaknesses
- − Depends on team support
- − Matchup dependent
- − Watch out for Hawlucha Mega
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Nincada'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 Nincada, 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
- Special
Special Bug STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow90Acc100%PP10 - Physical
Deals damage then switches the user out.
Pow70Acc100%PP20 
PhysicalSpread Ground move hitting all adjacent (incl. ally).
Pow100Acc100%PP10- Special
Special Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow90Acc100%PP10 
PhysicalSpread Rock move with a flinch chance.
Pow75Acc90%PP10
StatusPriority +4Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.
Pow—Acc—PP10
Suggested usage notes
Nincada performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Trick Room Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.
When teambuilding, pair Nincadawith 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 Nincada good in ChampionsVGC?
Nincada can fit a trick room role, commonly alongside Kyogre Primal and kept in check by Hawlucha Mega. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.
＋What types is Nincada?
Nincada is Bug/Ground-type.