Tangrowth ChampionsVGC: stats, abilities and competitive role

Base stats

HP100

Atk100

Def125

SpA110

SpD50

Spe50

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP175

Atk120

Def145

SpA130

SpD70

Spe70

EV Spread Calculator

Nature

0 / 510 EVs

HP175

Atk120

Def145

SpA130

SpD70

Spe70

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 175 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

Nature	Atk	Def	SpA	SpD	Spe
Hardy(neutral)	120	145	130	70	70
Lonely	132 ▲	130 ▼	130	70	70
Brave	132 ▲	145	130	70	63 ▼
Adamant	132 ▲	145	117 ▼	70	70
Naughty	132 ▲	145	130	63 ▼	70
Bold	108 ▼	159 ▲	130	70	70
Docile(neutral)	120	145	130	70	70
Relaxed	120	159 ▲	130	70	63 ▼
Impish	120	159 ▲	117 ▼	70	70
Lax	120	159 ▲	130	63 ▼	70
Timid	108 ▼	145	130	70	77 ▲
Hasty	120	130 ▼	130	70	77 ▲
Serious(neutral)	120	145	130	70	70
Jolly	120	145	117 ▼	70	77 ▲
Naive	120	145	130	63 ▼	77 ▲
Modest	108 ▼	145	143 ▲	70	70
Mild	120	130 ▼	143 ▲	70	70
Quiet	120	145	143 ▲	70	63 ▼
Bashful(neutral)	120	145	130	70	70
Rash	120	145	143 ▲	63 ▼	70
Calm	108 ▼	145	130	77 ▲	70
Gentle	120	130 ▼	130	77 ▲	70
Sassy	120	145	130	77 ▲	63 ▼
Careful	120	145	117 ▼	77 ▲	70
Quirky(neutral)	120	145	130	70	70

Role · Legality

Trick Room

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Tangrowth is a Grass-type Pokémon that tends to fit a trick room role in VGC, commonly paired with Magearna Original Mega and checked by Eternatus. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

+ Grass-type STAB options
+ Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
+ Pairs well with Magearna Original Mega

Weaknesses

− Depends on team support
− Matchup dependent
− Watch out for Eternatus

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Tangrowth'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 Tangrowth, 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

Special
Standard special Grass STAB.
Pow
90
Acc
100%
PP
10
Special
Huge Grass damage; lowers user's Sp. Atk.
Pow
130
Acc
90%
PP
5
Special
Premier Ice coverage with a freeze chance.
Pow
90
Acc
100%
PP
10
Special
Special Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow
90
Acc
100%
PP
10
Special
Special Ghost STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow
80
Acc
100%
PP
15

Abilities

Chlorophyll Leaf Guard Regenerator

Items

Life Orb Choice Specs

Tera Types

Grass

Suggested usage notes

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

When teambuilding, pair Tangrowthwith 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 Tangrowth good in ChampionsVGC?

Tangrowth can fit a trick room role, commonly alongside Magearna Original Mega and kept in check by Eternatus. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

＋What types is Tangrowth?

Tangrowth is Grass-type.