Orthworm
B#0968 · Gen 9 · BST 480
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
EV Spread Calculator
Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 145 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 105 | 165 | 80 | 75 | 85 |
| Lonely | 115 ▲ | 148 ▼ | 80 | 75 | 85 |
| Brave | 115 ▲ | 165 | 80 | 75 | 76 ▼ |
| Adamant | 115 ▲ | 165 | 72 ▼ | 75 | 85 |
| Naughty | 115 ▲ | 165 | 80 | 67 ▼ | 85 |
| Bold | 94 ▼ | 181 ▲ | 80 | 75 | 85 |
| Docile(neutral) | 105 | 165 | 80 | 75 | 85 |
| Relaxed | 105 | 181 ▲ | 80 | 75 | 76 ▼ |
| Impish | 105 | 181 ▲ | 72 ▼ | 75 | 85 |
| Lax | 105 | 181 ▲ | 80 | 67 ▼ | 85 |
| Timid | 94 ▼ | 165 | 80 | 75 | 93 ▲ |
| Hasty | 105 | 148 ▼ | 80 | 75 | 93 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 105 | 165 | 80 | 75 | 85 |
| Jolly | 105 | 165 | 72 ▼ | 75 | 93 ▲ |
| Naive | 105 | 165 | 80 | 67 ▼ | 93 ▲ |
| Modest | 94 ▼ | 165 | 88 ▲ | 75 | 85 |
| Mild | 105 | 148 ▼ | 88 ▲ | 75 | 85 |
| Quiet | 105 | 165 | 88 ▲ | 75 | 76 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 105 | 165 | 80 | 75 | 85 |
| Rash | 105 | 165 | 88 ▲ | 67 ▼ | 85 |
| Calm | 94 ▼ | 165 | 80 | 82 ▲ | 85 |
| Gentle | 105 | 148 ▼ | 80 | 82 ▲ | 85 |
| Sassy | 105 | 165 | 80 | 82 ▲ | 76 ▼ |
| Careful | 105 | 165 | 72 ▼ | 82 ▲ | 85 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 105 | 165 | 80 | 75 | 85 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Orthworm is a Steel-type Pokémon that tends to fit a flexible role in VGC, commonly paired with Salamence Mega and checked by Heatran Mega. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.
Strengths
- + Steel-type STAB options
- + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
- + Pairs well with Salamence Mega
Weaknesses
- − Depends on team support
- − Matchup dependent
- − Watch out for Heatran Mega
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Orthworm'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 Orthworm, 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 Steel STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow80Acc100%PP10 - Physical
Physical Steel STAB with a flinch chance.
Pow80Acc100%PP15 
PhysicalSpread Rock move with a flinch chance.
Pow75Acc90%PP10
PhysicalSpread Ground move hitting all adjacent (incl. ally).
Pow100Acc100%PP10
PhysicalDeals damage then switches the user out.
Pow70Acc100%PP20
StatusPriority +4Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.
Pow—Acc—PP10
Suggested usage notes
Orthworm performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Flexible Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.
When teambuilding, pair Orthwormwith 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 Orthworm good in ChampionsVGC?
Orthworm can fit a flexible role, commonly alongside Salamence Mega and kept in check by Heatran Mega. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.
＋What types is Orthworm?
Orthworm is Steel-type.