
Tauros Paldea Aqua Breed
B#10252 · Gen 1 · BST 490
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
EV Spread Calculator
Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 150 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 130 | 125 | 50 | 90 | 120 |
| Lonely | 143 ▲ | 112 ▼ | 50 | 90 | 120 |
| Brave | 143 ▲ | 125 | 50 | 90 | 108 ▼ |
| Adamant | 143 ▲ | 125 | 45 ▼ | 90 | 120 |
| Naughty | 143 ▲ | 125 | 50 | 81 ▼ | 120 |
| Bold | 117 ▼ | 137 ▲ | 50 | 90 | 120 |
| Docile(neutral) | 130 | 125 | 50 | 90 | 120 |
| Relaxed | 130 | 137 ▲ | 50 | 90 | 108 ▼ |
| Impish | 130 | 137 ▲ | 45 ▼ | 90 | 120 |
| Lax | 130 | 137 ▲ | 50 | 81 ▼ | 120 |
| Timid | 117 ▼ | 125 | 50 | 90 | 132 ▲ |
| Hasty | 130 | 112 ▼ | 50 | 90 | 132 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 130 | 125 | 50 | 90 | 120 |
| Jolly | 130 | 125 | 45 ▼ | 90 | 132 ▲ |
| Naive | 130 | 125 | 50 | 81 ▼ | 132 ▲ |
| Modest | 117 ▼ | 125 | 55 ▲ | 90 | 120 |
| Mild | 130 | 112 ▼ | 55 ▲ | 90 | 120 |
| Quiet | 130 | 125 | 55 ▲ | 90 | 108 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 130 | 125 | 50 | 90 | 120 |
| Rash | 130 | 125 | 55 ▲ | 81 ▼ | 120 |
| Calm | 117 ▼ | 125 | 50 | 99 ▲ | 120 |
| Gentle | 130 | 112 ▼ | 50 | 99 ▲ | 120 |
| Sassy | 130 | 125 | 50 | 99 ▲ | 108 ▼ |
| Careful | 130 | 125 | 45 ▼ | 99 ▲ | 120 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 130 | 125 | 50 | 90 | 120 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Tauros Paldea Aqua Breed is a Fighting/Water-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Metagross Mega and checked by Necrozma Ultra. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.
Strengths
- + Fighting-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 Necrozma Ultra
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Tauros Paldea Aqua Breed'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 Tauros Paldea Aqua Breed, 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
PhysicalStrong Fighting STAB; lowers user's defenses.
Pow120Acc100%PP5
PhysicalFighting STAB that heals the user.
Pow75Acc100%PP10
SpecialSpread Water move hitting all adjacent Pokémon.
Pow90Acc100%PP15
SpecialHigh-power Water STAB.
Pow110Acc80%PP5
PhysicalSpread Rock move with a flinch chance.
Pow75Acc90%PP10
PhysicalSpread Ground move hitting all adjacent (incl. ally).
Pow100Acc100%PP10
Suggested usage notes
Tauros Paldea Aqua Breed performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Physical Attacker and Speed Control Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges. Be mindful of Psychic- and Fairy-type coverage from the format's top special attackers.
When teambuilding, pair Tauros Paldea Aqua Breedwith 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 Tauros Paldea Aqua Breed good in ChampionsVGC?
Tauros Paldea Aqua Breed can fit a physical attacker role, commonly alongside Metagross Mega and kept in check by Necrozma Ultra. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.
+What types is Tauros Paldea Aqua Breed?
Tauros Paldea Aqua Breed is Fighting/Water-type.