water type

Starmie Mega

A+

#10280 · Gen 1 · BST 620

WaterPsychicMega
Legal M-A
Usage rate
12.2%
Estimated win rate52.4%

Base stats

HP60
Atk100
Def105
SpA130
SpD105
Spe120

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP135
Atk120
Def125
SpA150
SpD125
Spe140

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP135
Atk120
Def125
SpA150
SpD125
Spe140

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 135 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)120125150125140
Lonely132112150125140
Brave132125150125126
Adamant132125135125140
Naughty132125150112140
Bold108137150125140
Docile(neutral)120125150125140
Relaxed120137150125126
Impish120137135125140
Lax120137150112140
Timid108125150125154
Hasty120112150125154
Serious(neutral)120125150125140
Jolly120125135125154
Naive120125150112154
Modest108125165125140
Mild120112165125140
Quiet120125165125126
Bashful(neutral)120125150125140
Rash120125165112140
Calm108125150137140
Gentle120112150137140
Sassy120125150137126
Careful120125135137140
Quirky(neutral)120125150125140

Role · Legality

Special AttackerSpeed Control

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Starmie Mega is a Water/Psychic-type Pokémon that tends to fit a special 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 Starmie Mega'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 Starmie Mega, 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

Abilities

Tera Types

Water

Suggested usage notes

Starmie Mega performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Special Attacker and Speed Control Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.

When teambuilding, pair Starmie Megawith 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 Starmie Mega good in ChampionsVGC?

Starmie Mega can fit a special 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 Starmie Mega?

Starmie Mega is Water/Psychic-type.

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