bug type

Slither Wing

A

#0988 · Gen 9 · BST 570

BugFighting
Legal M-A
Usage rate
15.3%
Estimated win rate51.4%

Base stats

HP85
Atk135
Def79
SpA85
SpD105
Spe81

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP160
Atk155
Def99
SpA105
SpD125
Spe101

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP160
Atk155
Def99
SpA105
SpD125
Spe101

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 160 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)15599105125101
Lonely17089105125101
Brave1709910512590
Adamant1709994125101
Naughty17099105112101
Bold139108105125101
Docile(neutral)15599105125101
Relaxed15510810512590
Impish15510894125101
Lax155108105112101
Timid13999105125111
Hasty15589105125111
Serious(neutral)15599105125101
Jolly1559994125111
Naive15599105112111
Modest13999115125101
Mild15589115125101
Quiet1559911512590
Bashful(neutral)15599105125101
Rash15599115112101
Calm13999105137101
Gentle15589105137101
Sassy1559910513790
Careful1559994137101
Quirky(neutral)15599105125101

Role · Legality

Physical Attacker

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Slither Wing is a Bug/Fighting-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Metagross Mega and checked by Salamence 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 Salamence Mega

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Slither Wing'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 Slither Wing, 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
  • 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

Suggested usage notes

Slither Wing 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 Slither Wingwith 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 Slither Wing good in ChampionsVGC?

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

What types is Slither Wing?

Slither Wing is Bug/Fighting-type.

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