normal type

Sawsbuck

C

#0586 · Gen 5 · BST 475

NormalGrass
Legal M-A
Usage rate
6.6%
Estimated win rate49.5%

Base stats

HP80
Atk100
Def70
SpA60
SpD70
Spe95

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP155
Atk120
Def90
SpA80
SpD90
Spe115

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP155
Atk120
Def90
SpA80
SpD90
Spe115

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 155 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)120908090115
Lonely132818090115
Brave132908090103
Adamant132907290115
Naughty132908081115
Bold108998090115
Docile(neutral)120908090115
Relaxed120998090103
Impish120997290115
Lax120998081115
Timid108908090126
Hasty120818090126
Serious(neutral)120908090115
Jolly120907290126
Naive120908081126
Modest108908890115
Mild120818890115
Quiet120908890103
Bashful(neutral)120908090115
Rash120908881115
Calm108908099115
Gentle120818099115
Sassy120908099103
Careful120907299115
Quirky(neutral)120908090115

Role · Legality

Physical Attacker

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Sawsbuck is a Normal/Grass-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Eternatus Eternamax and checked by Heatran Mega. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Normal-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 Heatran Mega

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Sawsbuck'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 Sawsbuck, 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

  • normal type
    Physical

    Normal STAB with a paralysis chance.

    Pow
    85
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • normal type
    Special

    Spread Normal move hitting both foes.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • grass type
    Special

    Standard special Grass STAB.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • grass type
    Special

    Huge Grass damage; lowers user's Sp. Atk.

    Pow
    130
    Acc
    90%
    PP
    5
  • 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

Suggested usage notes

Sawsbuck 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.

When teambuilding, pair Sawsbuckwith 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 Sawsbuck good in ChampionsVGC?

Sawsbuck can fit a physical attacker role, commonly alongside Eternatus Eternamax and kept in check by Heatran Mega. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

What types is Sawsbuck?

Sawsbuck is Normal/Grass-type.

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