fighting type

Sawk

C

#0539 · Gen 5 · BST 465

Fighting
Legal M-A
Usage rate
6.3%
Estimated win rate49.3%

Base stats

HP75
Atk125
Def75
SpA30
SpD75
Spe85

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP150
Atk145
Def95
SpA50
SpD95
Spe105

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP150
Atk145
Def95
SpA50
SpD95
Spe105

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 150 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)145955095105
Lonely159855095105
Brave15995509594
Adamant159954595105
Naughty159955085105
Bold1301045095105
Docile(neutral)145955095105
Relaxed145104509594
Impish1451044595105
Lax1451045085105
Timid130955095115
Hasty145855095115
Serious(neutral)145955095105
Jolly145954595115
Naive145955085115
Modest130955595105
Mild145855595105
Quiet14595559594
Bashful(neutral)145955095105
Rash145955585105
Calm1309550104105
Gentle1458550104105
Sassy145955010494
Careful1459545104105
Quirky(neutral)145955095105

Role · Legality

Physical Attacker

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Sawk is a Fighting-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Metagross Mega and checked by Calyrex Shadow. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Fighting-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 Calyrex Shadow

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Sawk'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 Sawk, 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

  • fighting type
    Physical

    Strong Fighting STAB; lowers user's defenses.

    Pow
    120
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    5
  • fighting type
    Physical

    Fighting STAB that heals the user.

    Pow
    75
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • 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
  • bug type
    Physical

    Deals damage then switches the user out.

    Pow
    70
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    20

Tera Types

Fighting

Suggested usage notes

Sawk 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. Be mindful of Psychic- and Fairy-type coverage from the format's top special attackers.

When teambuilding, pair Sawkwith 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 Sawk good in ChampionsVGC?

Sawk can fit a physical attacker role, commonly alongside Metagross Mega and kept in check by Calyrex Shadow. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

What types is Sawk?

Sawk is Fighting-type.

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