poison type

Swalot

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#0317 · Gen 3 · BST 467

Poison
Legal M-A
Usage rate
7.1%
Estimated win rate49.3%

Base stats

HP100
Atk73
Def83
SpA73
SpD83
Spe55

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP175
Atk93
Def103
SpA93
SpD103
Spe75

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP175
Atk93
Def103
SpA93
SpD103
Spe75

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 175 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)931039310375
Lonely102 ▲92 ▼9310375
Brave102 ▲1039310367 ▼
Adamant102 ▲10383 ▼10375
Naughty102 ▲1039392 ▼75
Bold83 ▼113 ▲9310375
Docile(neutral)931039310375
Relaxed93113 ▲9310367 ▼
Impish93113 ▲83 ▼10375
Lax93113 ▲9392 ▼75
Timid83 ▼1039310382 ▲
Hasty9392 ▼9310382 ▲
Serious(neutral)931039310375
Jolly9310383 ▼10382 ▲
Naive931039392 ▼82 ▲
Modest83 ▼103102 ▲10375
Mild9392 ▼102 ▲10375
Quiet93103102 ▲10367 ▼
Bashful(neutral)931039310375
Rash93103102 ▲92 ▼75
Calm83 ▼10393113 ▲75
Gentle9392 ▼93113 ▲75
Sassy9310393113 ▲67 ▼
Careful9310383 ▼113 ▲75
Quirky(neutral)931039310375

Role · Legality

Flexible

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Swalot is a Poison-type Pokémon that tends to fit a flexible role in VGC, commonly paired with Yveltal and checked by Metagross Mega. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Poison-type STAB options
  • + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
  • + Pairs well with Yveltal

Weaknesses

  • − Depends on team support
  • − Matchup dependent
  • − Watch out for Metagross Mega

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Swalot'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 Swalot, while counters and checks highlight what to watch out for in team preview.

Team building guide →Damage calculator →Matchup analysis →

Last updated: July 2026 (Regulation Set M-A). Data is based on available competitive trends and editorial review.

Common builds & options

Moves

  • poison type
    Special

    Special Poison STAB with a poison chance.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • poison type
    Physical

    High-power physical Poison STAB.

    Pow
    120
    Acc
    80%
    PP
    5
  • 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
  • bug type
    Physical

    Deals damage then switches the user out.

    Pow
    70
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    20
  • normal type
    StatusPriority +4

    Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.

    Pow
    —
    Acc
    —
    PP
    10

Abilities

Liquid OozeSticky HoldGluttony

Items

Sitrus BerryFocus Sash

Tera Types

Poison

Suggested usage notes

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

When teambuilding, pair Swalotwith 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.

How to read matchups →Team builder →

Partners · Counters · Checks

Partners

Counters

Checks

Frequently asked questions

＋Is Swalot good in ChampionsVGC?

Swalot can fit a flexible role, commonly alongside Yveltal and kept in check by Metagross Mega. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

＋What types is Swalot?

Swalot is Poison-type.

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