grass type

Nuzleaf

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#0274 · Gen 3 · BST 340

GrassDark
Legal M-A
Usage rate
0.0%
Estimated win rate46.8%

Base stats

HP70
Atk70
Def40
SpA60
SpD40
Spe60

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP145
Atk90
Def60
SpA80
SpD60
Spe80

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP145
Atk90
Def60
SpA80
SpD60
Spe80

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 145 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)9060806080
Lonely9954806080
Brave9960806072
Adamant9960726080
Naughty9960805480
Bold8166806080
Docile(neutral)9060806080
Relaxed9066806072
Impish9066726080
Lax9066805480
Timid8160806088
Hasty9054806088
Serious(neutral)9060806080
Jolly9060726088
Naive9060805488
Modest8160886080
Mild9054886080
Quiet9060886072
Bashful(neutral)9060806080
Rash9060885480
Calm8160806680
Gentle9054806680
Sassy9060806672
Careful9060726680
Quirky(neutral)9060806080

Role · Legality

Physical Attacker

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Nuzleaf is a Grass/Dark-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Magearna Original Mega and checked by Zacian Crowned. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Grass-type STAB options
  • + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
  • + Pairs well with Magearna Original Mega

Weaknesses

  • Depends on team support
  • Matchup dependent
  • Watch out for Zacian Crowned

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Nuzleaf'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 Nuzleaf, 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

  • grass type
    Special

    Standard special Grass STAB.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • grass type
    Special

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

    Pow
    130
    Acc
    90%
    PP
    5
  • dark type
    Special

    Special Dark STAB with a flinch chance.

    Pow
    80
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • dark type
    Physical

    Removes the target's item; +50% power if it had one.

    Pow
    65
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    20
  • 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

Suggested usage notes

Nuzleaf 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 Nuzleafwith 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 Nuzleaf good in ChampionsVGC?

Nuzleaf can fit a physical attacker role, commonly alongside Magearna Original Mega and kept in check by Zacian Crowned. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

What types is Nuzleaf?

Nuzleaf is Grass/Dark-type.

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