dragon type

Tatsugiri Curly

C

#0978 · Gen 9 · BST 475

DragonWater
Legal M-A
Usage rate
4.8%
Estimated win rate49.5%

Base stats

HP68
Atk50
Def60
SpA120
SpD95
Spe82

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP143
Atk70
Def80
SpA140
SpD115
Spe102

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP143
Atk70
Def80
SpA140
SpD115
Spe102

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 143 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)7080140115102
Lonely77 ▲72 ▼140115102
Brave77 ▲8014011591 ▼
Adamant77 ▲80126 ▼115102
Naughty77 ▲80140103 ▼102
Bold63 ▼88 ▲140115102
Docile(neutral)7080140115102
Relaxed7088 ▲14011591 ▼
Impish7088 ▲126 ▼115102
Lax7088 ▲140103 ▼102
Timid63 ▼80140115112 ▲
Hasty7072 ▼140115112 ▲
Serious(neutral)7080140115102
Jolly7080126 ▼115112 ▲
Naive7080140103 ▼112 ▲
Modest63 ▼80154 ▲115102
Mild7072 ▼154 ▲115102
Quiet7080154 ▲11591 ▼
Bashful(neutral)7080140115102
Rash7080154 ▲103 ▼102
Calm63 ▼80140126 ▲102
Gentle7072 ▼140126 ▲102
Sassy7080140126 ▲91 ▼
Careful7080126 ▼126 ▲102
Quirky(neutral)7080140115102

Role · Legality

Special Attacker

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Tatsugiri Curly is a Dragon/Water-type Pokémon that tends to fit a special attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Metagross Mega and checked by Zacian Crowned. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Dragon-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 Zacian Crowned

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Tatsugiri Curly'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 Tatsugiri Curly, 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

  • dragon type
    Special

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

    Pow
    130
    Acc
    90%
    PP
    5
  • dragon type
    Special

    Reliable special Dragon STAB.

    Pow
    85
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • 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
  • 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

CommanderStorm Drain

Items

Life OrbChoice SpecsAssault Vest

Tera Types

Dragon

Suggested usage notes

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

When teambuilding, pair Tatsugiri Curlywith 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 Tatsugiri Curly good in ChampionsVGC?

Tatsugiri Curly can fit a special attacker role, commonly alongside Metagross Mega and kept in check by Zacian Crowned. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

＋What types is Tatsugiri Curly?

Tatsugiri Curly is Dragon/Water-type.

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