Pelipper
A#0279 · Gen 3 · BST 440
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
EV Spread Calculator
Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 135 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 70 | 120 | 115 | 90 | 85 |
| Lonely | 77 ▲ | 108 ▼ | 115 | 90 | 85 |
| Brave | 77 ▲ | 120 | 115 | 90 | 76 ▼ |
| Adamant | 77 ▲ | 120 | 103 ▼ | 90 | 85 |
| Naughty | 77 ▲ | 120 | 115 | 81 ▼ | 85 |
| Bold | 63 ▼ | 132 ▲ | 115 | 90 | 85 |
| Docile(neutral) | 70 | 120 | 115 | 90 | 85 |
| Relaxed | 70 | 132 ▲ | 115 | 90 | 76 ▼ |
| Impish | 70 | 132 ▲ | 103 ▼ | 90 | 85 |
| Lax | 70 | 132 ▲ | 115 | 81 ▼ | 85 |
| Timid | 63 ▼ | 120 | 115 | 90 | 93 ▲ |
| Hasty | 70 | 108 ▼ | 115 | 90 | 93 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 70 | 120 | 115 | 90 | 85 |
| Jolly | 70 | 120 | 103 ▼ | 90 | 93 ▲ |
| Naive | 70 | 120 | 115 | 81 ▼ | 93 ▲ |
| Modest | 63 ▼ | 120 | 126 ▲ | 90 | 85 |
| Mild | 70 | 108 ▼ | 126 ▲ | 90 | 85 |
| Quiet | 70 | 120 | 126 ▲ | 90 | 76 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 70 | 120 | 115 | 90 | 85 |
| Rash | 70 | 120 | 126 ▲ | 81 ▼ | 85 |
| Calm | 63 ▼ | 120 | 115 | 99 ▲ | 85 |
| Gentle | 70 | 108 ▼ | 115 | 99 ▲ | 85 |
| Sassy | 70 | 120 | 115 | 99 ▲ | 76 ▼ |
| Careful | 70 | 120 | 103 ▼ | 99 ▲ | 85 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 70 | 120 | 115 | 90 | 85 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Pelipper is the standard rain enabler, setting Drizzle for Swift Swim and water-boosted attackers. It also offers Tailwind and Wide Guard utility for offense.
Strengths
- + Reliable rain
- + Tailwind + Wide Guard
- + Weather Ball coverage
Weaknesses
- − Electric weakness
- − Low damage output
- − Rain wars
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Pelipper'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 Pelipper, 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
SpecialStrong Flying STAB; perfect accuracy in rain.
Pow110Acc70%PP10
- Status
Doubles the team's Speed for four turns.
Pow—Acc—PP15 - StatusPriority +4
Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.
Pow—Acc—PP10 - StatusPriority +5
Boosts the ally's move by 50% this turn.
Pow—Acc—PP20
Suggested usage notes
Pelipper performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Weather Setter and Rain Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.
When teambuilding, pair Pelipperwith 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
Counters
Checks
Frequently asked questions
＋Is Pelipper good in ChampionsVGC?
Pelipper currently trends as a A-tier pick (Weather Setter, Rain, Tailwind). These are estimated trends based on available data and do not guarantee results.
＋What is the best build for Pelipper in Regulation M-A?
Common builds pair Focus Sash with moves like Hurricane, Weather Ball, Tailwind. Builds are matchup dependent and should be adapted to your team.
＋What counters Pelipper?
Frequent answers include raging-bolt, miraidon. Effectiveness varies by team and game state.