fighting type

Tauros Paldea Aqua Breed

B

#10252 · Gen 1 · BST 490

FightingWater
Legal M-A
Usage rate
10.3%
Estimated win rate49.8%

Base stats

HP75
Atk110
Def105
SpA30
SpD70
Spe100

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP150
Atk130
Def125
SpA50
SpD90
Spe120

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP150
Atk130
Def125
SpA50
SpD90
Spe120

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 150 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)1301255090120
Lonely1431125090120
Brave1431255090108
Adamant1431254590120
Naughty1431255081120
Bold1171375090120
Docile(neutral)1301255090120
Relaxed1301375090108
Impish1301374590120
Lax1301375081120
Timid1171255090132
Hasty1301125090132
Serious(neutral)1301255090120
Jolly1301254590132
Naive1301255081132
Modest1171255590120
Mild1301125590120
Quiet1301255590108
Bashful(neutral)1301255090120
Rash1301255581120
Calm1171255099120
Gentle1301125099120
Sassy1301255099108
Careful1301254599120
Quirky(neutral)1301255090120

Role · Legality

Physical AttackerSpeed Control

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

  • fighting type
    Physical

    Strong Fighting STAB; lowers user's defenses.

    Pow
    120
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    5
  • fighting type
    Physical

    Fighting STAB that heals the user.

    Pow
    75
    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
  • 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

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.

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