water type

Slowbro

B

#0080 · Gen 1 · BST 490

WaterPsychic
Legal M-A
Usage rate
6.9%
Estimated win rate49.8%

Base stats

HP95
Atk75
Def110
SpA100
SpD80
Spe30

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP170
Atk95
Def130
SpA120
SpD100
Spe50

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP170
Atk95
Def130
SpA120
SpD100
Spe50

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 170 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)9513012010050
Lonely10411712010050
Brave10413012010045
Adamant10413010810050
Naughty1041301209050
Bold8514312010050
Docile(neutral)9513012010050
Relaxed9514312010045
Impish9514310810050
Lax951431209050
Timid8513012010055
Hasty9511712010055
Serious(neutral)9513012010050
Jolly9513010810055
Naive951301209055
Modest8513013210050
Mild9511713210050
Quiet9513013210045
Bashful(neutral)9513012010050
Rash951301329050
Calm8513012011050
Gentle9511712011050
Sassy9513012011045
Careful9513010811050
Quirky(neutral)9513012010050

Role · Legality

SupportTrick Room

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Slowbro is a Water/Psychic-type Pokémon that tends to fit a support role in VGC, commonly paired with Koraidon Gliding Build and checked by Greninja Ash. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Water-type STAB options
  • + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
  • + Pairs well with Koraidon Gliding Build

Weaknesses

  • Depends on team support
  • Matchup dependent
  • Watch out for Greninja Ash

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Slowbro'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 Slowbro, 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

  • water type
    Special

    Spread Water move hitting all adjacent Pokémon.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • water type
    Special

    High-power Water STAB.

    Pow
    110
    Acc
    80%
    PP
    5
  • psychic type
    Special

    Special Psychic STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • psychic type
    Special

    Psychic move that hits the target's Defense.

    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

Slowbro performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Support and Trick Room Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.

When teambuilding, pair Slowbrowith 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 Slowbro good in ChampionsVGC?

Slowbro can fit a support role, commonly alongside Koraidon Gliding Build and kept in check by Greninja Ash. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

What types is Slowbro?

Slowbro is Water/Psychic-type.

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