water type

Slowking

B

#0199 · Gen 2 · BST 490

WaterPsychic
Legal M-A
Usage rate
5.4%
Estimated win rate49.8%

Base stats

HP95
Atk75
Def80
SpA100
SpD110
Spe30

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP170
Atk95
Def100
SpA120
SpD130
Spe50

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP170
Atk95
Def100
SpA120
SpD130
Spe50

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 170 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)9510012013050
Lonely1049012013050
Brave10410012013045
Adamant10410010813050
Naughty10410012011750
Bold8511012013050
Docile(neutral)9510012013050
Relaxed9511012013045
Impish9511010813050
Lax9511012011750
Timid8510012013055
Hasty959012013055
Serious(neutral)9510012013050
Jolly9510010813055
Naive9510012011755
Modest8510013213050
Mild959013213050
Quiet9510013213045
Bashful(neutral)9510012013050
Rash9510013211750
Calm8510012014350
Gentle959012014350
Sassy9510012014345
Careful9510010814350
Quirky(neutral)9510012013050

Role · Legality

SupportTrick Room

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Slowking 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 Slowking'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 Slowking, 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

Slowking 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 Slowkingwith 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 Slowking good in ChampionsVGC?

Slowking 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 Slowking?

Slowking is Water/Psychic-type.

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