Slowpoke
D#0079 · Gen 1 · BST 315
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
EV Spread Calculator
Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 165 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 85 | 85 | 60 | 60 | 35 |
| Lonely | 93 ▲ | 76 ▼ | 60 | 60 | 35 |
| Brave | 93 ▲ | 85 | 60 | 60 | 31 ▼ |
| Adamant | 93 ▲ | 85 | 54 ▼ | 60 | 35 |
| Naughty | 93 ▲ | 85 | 60 | 54 ▼ | 35 |
| Bold | 76 ▼ | 93 ▲ | 60 | 60 | 35 |
| Docile(neutral) | 85 | 85 | 60 | 60 | 35 |
| Relaxed | 85 | 93 ▲ | 60 | 60 | 31 ▼ |
| Impish | 85 | 93 ▲ | 54 ▼ | 60 | 35 |
| Lax | 85 | 93 ▲ | 60 | 54 ▼ | 35 |
| Timid | 76 ▼ | 85 | 60 | 60 | 38 ▲ |
| Hasty | 85 | 76 ▼ | 60 | 60 | 38 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 85 | 85 | 60 | 60 | 35 |
| Jolly | 85 | 85 | 54 ▼ | 60 | 38 ▲ |
| Naive | 85 | 85 | 60 | 54 ▼ | 38 ▲ |
| Modest | 76 ▼ | 85 | 66 ▲ | 60 | 35 |
| Mild | 85 | 76 ▼ | 66 ▲ | 60 | 35 |
| Quiet | 85 | 85 | 66 ▲ | 60 | 31 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 85 | 85 | 60 | 60 | 35 |
| Rash | 85 | 85 | 66 ▲ | 54 ▼ | 35 |
| Calm | 76 ▼ | 85 | 60 | 66 ▲ | 35 |
| Gentle | 85 | 76 ▼ | 60 | 66 ▲ | 35 |
| Sassy | 85 | 85 | 60 | 66 ▲ | 31 ▼ |
| Careful | 85 | 85 | 54 ▼ | 66 ▲ | 35 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 85 | 85 | 60 | 60 | 35 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Slowpoke is a Water/Psychic-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker 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 Slowpoke'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 Slowpoke, 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
- Special
Spread Water move hitting all adjacent Pokémon.
Pow90Acc100%PP15 - Special
High-power Water STAB.
Pow110Acc80%PP5 
SpecialSpecial Psychic STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow90Acc100%PP10- Special
Psychic move that hits the target's Defense.
Pow80Acc100%PP10 
PhysicalSpread Rock move with a flinch chance.
Pow75Acc90%PP10
PhysicalSpread Ground move hitting all adjacent (incl. ally).
Pow100Acc100%PP10
Suggested usage notes
Slowpoke performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Physical Attacker and Trick Room Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.
When teambuilding, pair Slowpokewith 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 Slowpoke good in ChampionsVGC?
Slowpoke can fit a physical attacker 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 Slowpoke?
Slowpoke is Water/Psychic-type.