bug type

Ribombee

C

#0743 · Gen 7 · BST 464

BugFairy
Legal M-A
Usage rate
6.8%
Estimated win rate49.3%

Base stats

HP60
Atk55
Def60
SpA95
SpD70
Spe124

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP135
Atk75
Def80
SpA115
SpD90
Spe144

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP135
Atk75
Def80
SpA115
SpD90
Spe144

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 135 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)758011590144
Lonely827211590144
Brave828011590129
Adamant828010390144
Naughty828011581144
Bold678811590144
Docile(neutral)758011590144
Relaxed758811590129
Impish758810390144
Lax758811581144
Timid678011590158
Hasty757211590158
Serious(neutral)758011590144
Jolly758010390158
Naive758011581158
Modest678012690144
Mild757212690144
Quiet758012690129
Bashful(neutral)758011590144
Rash758012681144
Calm678011599144
Gentle757211599144
Sassy758011599129
Careful758010399144
Quirky(neutral)758011590144

Role · Legality

Speed Control

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Ribombee is a Bug/Fairy-type Pokémon that tends to fit a speed control role in VGC, commonly paired with Metagross Mega and checked by Heatran Mega. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Bug-type STAB options
  • + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
  • + Pairs well with Metagross Mega

Weaknesses

  • Depends on team support
  • Matchup dependent
  • Watch out for Heatran Mega

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Ribombee'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 Ribombee, 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

  • bug type
    Special

    Special Bug STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • bug type
    Physical

    Deals damage then switches the user out.

    Pow
    70
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    20
  • fairy type
    Special

    Special Fairy STAB; may lower Sp. Atk.

    Pow
    95
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • fairy type
    Special

    Spread Fairy move hitting both foes.

    Pow
    80
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • ice type
    Special

    Premier Ice coverage with a freeze chance.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • ground type
    Special

    Special Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10

Suggested usage notes

Ribombee performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Speed Control Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.

When teambuilding, pair Ribombeewith 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 Ribombee good in ChampionsVGC?

Ribombee can fit a speed control role, commonly alongside Metagross Mega and kept in check by Heatran Mega. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

What types is Ribombee?

Ribombee is Bug/Fairy-type.

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