grass type

Tapu Bulu

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#0787 · Gen 7 · BST 570

GrassFairy
Legal M-A
Usage rate
15.2%
Estimated win rate51.4%

Base stats

HP70
Atk130
Def115
SpA85
SpD95
Spe75

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP145
Atk150
Def135
SpA105
SpD115
Spe95

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP145
Atk150
Def135
SpA105
SpD115
Spe95

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 145 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)15013510511595
Lonely165 ▲121 ▼10511595
Brave165 ▲13510511585 ▼
Adamant165 ▲13594 ▼11595
Naughty165 ▲135105103 ▼95
Bold135 ▼148 ▲10511595
Docile(neutral)15013510511595
Relaxed150148 ▲10511585 ▼
Impish150148 ▲94 ▼11595
Lax150148 ▲105103 ▼95
Timid135 ▼135105115104 ▲
Hasty150121 ▼105115104 ▲
Serious(neutral)15013510511595
Jolly15013594 ▼115104 ▲
Naive150135105103 ▼104 ▲
Modest135 ▼135115 ▲11595
Mild150121 ▼115 ▲11595
Quiet150135115 ▲11585 ▼
Bashful(neutral)15013510511595
Rash150135115 ▲103 ▼95
Calm135 ▼135105126 ▲95
Gentle150121 ▼105126 ▲95
Sassy150135105126 ▲85 ▼
Careful15013594 ▼126 ▲95
Quirky(neutral)15013510511595

Role · Legality

Physical AttackerSupport

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Tapu Bulu is a Grass/Fairy-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Metagross Mega and checked by Heatran Mega. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

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

Weaknesses

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

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Tapu Bulu'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 Tapu Bulu, 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

  • grass type
    Special

    Standard special Grass STAB.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • grass type
    Special

    Huge Grass damage; lowers user's Sp. Atk.

    Pow
    130
    Acc
    90%
    PP
    5
  • fairy type
    Special

    Special Fairy STAB; may lower Sp. Atk.

    Pow
    95
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • fairy type
    Special

    Spread Fairy move hitting both foes.

    Pow
    80
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • 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

Abilities

Grassy SurgeTelepathy

Items

Life OrbChoice BandAssault Vest

Tera Types

Grass

Suggested usage notes

Tapu Bulu performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Physical Attacker and Support Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.

When teambuilding, pair Tapu Buluwith 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 Tapu Bulu good in ChampionsVGC?

Tapu Bulu can fit a physical attacker role, commonly alongside Metagross Mega and kept in check by Heatran Mega. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

＋What types is Tapu Bulu?

Tapu Bulu is Grass/Fairy-type.

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