Piplup
D#0393 · Gen 4 · BST 314
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
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Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 128 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 71 | 73 | 81 | 76 | 60 |
| Lonely | 78 ▲ | 65 ▼ | 81 | 76 | 60 |
| Brave | 78 ▲ | 73 | 81 | 76 | 54 ▼ |
| Adamant | 78 ▲ | 73 | 72 ▼ | 76 | 60 |
| Naughty | 78 ▲ | 73 | 81 | 68 ▼ | 60 |
| Bold | 63 ▼ | 80 ▲ | 81 | 76 | 60 |
| Docile(neutral) | 71 | 73 | 81 | 76 | 60 |
| Relaxed | 71 | 80 ▲ | 81 | 76 | 54 ▼ |
| Impish | 71 | 80 ▲ | 72 ▼ | 76 | 60 |
| Lax | 71 | 80 ▲ | 81 | 68 ▼ | 60 |
| Timid | 63 ▼ | 73 | 81 | 76 | 66 ▲ |
| Hasty | 71 | 65 ▼ | 81 | 76 | 66 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 71 | 73 | 81 | 76 | 60 |
| Jolly | 71 | 73 | 72 ▼ | 76 | 66 ▲ |
| Naive | 71 | 73 | 81 | 68 ▼ | 66 ▲ |
| Modest | 63 ▼ | 73 | 89 ▲ | 76 | 60 |
| Mild | 71 | 65 ▼ | 89 ▲ | 76 | 60 |
| Quiet | 71 | 73 | 89 ▲ | 76 | 54 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 71 | 73 | 81 | 76 | 60 |
| Rash | 71 | 73 | 89 ▲ | 68 ▼ | 60 |
| Calm | 63 ▼ | 73 | 81 | 83 ▲ | 60 |
| Gentle | 71 | 65 ▼ | 81 | 83 ▲ | 60 |
| Sassy | 71 | 73 | 81 | 83 ▲ | 54 ▼ |
| Careful | 71 | 73 | 72 ▼ | 83 ▲ | 60 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 71 | 73 | 81 | 76 | 60 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Piplup is a Water-type Pokémon that tends to fit a special attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Eternatus Eternamax and checked by Miraidon Low Power Mode. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.
Strengths
- + Water-type STAB options
- + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
- + Pairs well with Eternatus Eternamax
Weaknesses
- − Depends on team support
- − Matchup dependent
- − Watch out for Miraidon Low Power Mode
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Piplup'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 Piplup, 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
Spread Water move hitting all adjacent Pokémon.
Pow90Acc100%PP15 - Special
High-power Water STAB.
Pow110Acc80%PP5 
SpecialPremier Ice coverage with a freeze chance.
Pow90Acc100%PP10
SpecialSpecial Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow90Acc100%PP10
SpecialSpecial Ghost STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow80Acc100%PP15
StatusPriority +4Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.
Pow—Acc—PP10
Suggested usage notes
Piplup performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Special Attacker and Trick Room Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.
When teambuilding, pair Piplupwith 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 Piplup good in ChampionsVGC?
Piplup can fit a special attacker role, commonly alongside Eternatus Eternamax and kept in check by Miraidon Low Power Mode. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.
＋What types is Piplup?
Piplup is Water-type.