Thwackey
C#0811 · Gen 8 · BST 420
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
EV Spread Calculator
Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 145 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 105 | 90 | 75 | 80 | 100 |
| Lonely | 115 ▲ | 81 ▼ | 75 | 80 | 100 |
| Brave | 115 ▲ | 90 | 75 | 80 | 90 ▼ |
| Adamant | 115 ▲ | 90 | 67 ▼ | 80 | 100 |
| Naughty | 115 ▲ | 90 | 75 | 72 ▼ | 100 |
| Bold | 94 ▼ | 99 ▲ | 75 | 80 | 100 |
| Docile(neutral) | 105 | 90 | 75 | 80 | 100 |
| Relaxed | 105 | 99 ▲ | 75 | 80 | 90 ▼ |
| Impish | 105 | 99 ▲ | 67 ▼ | 80 | 100 |
| Lax | 105 | 99 ▲ | 75 | 72 ▼ | 100 |
| Timid | 94 ▼ | 90 | 75 | 80 | 110 ▲ |
| Hasty | 105 | 81 ▼ | 75 | 80 | 110 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 105 | 90 | 75 | 80 | 100 |
| Jolly | 105 | 90 | 67 ▼ | 80 | 110 ▲ |
| Naive | 105 | 90 | 75 | 72 ▼ | 110 ▲ |
| Modest | 94 ▼ | 90 | 82 ▲ | 80 | 100 |
| Mild | 105 | 81 ▼ | 82 ▲ | 80 | 100 |
| Quiet | 105 | 90 | 82 ▲ | 80 | 90 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 105 | 90 | 75 | 80 | 100 |
| Rash | 105 | 90 | 82 ▲ | 72 ▼ | 100 |
| Calm | 94 ▼ | 90 | 75 | 88 ▲ | 100 |
| Gentle | 105 | 81 ▼ | 75 | 88 ▲ | 100 |
| Sassy | 105 | 90 | 75 | 88 ▲ | 90 ▼ |
| Careful | 105 | 90 | 67 ▼ | 88 ▲ | 100 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 105 | 90 | 75 | 80 | 100 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Thwackey is a Grass-type Pokémon that tends to fit a physical attacker 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 Thwackey'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 Thwackey, 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
- Special
Standard special Grass STAB.
Pow90Acc100%PP10 - Special
Huge Grass damage; lowers user's Sp. Atk.
Pow130Acc90%PP5 
PhysicalSpread Rock move with a flinch chance.
Pow75Acc90%PP10
PhysicalSpread Ground move hitting all adjacent (incl. ally).
Pow100Acc100%PP10
PhysicalDeals damage then switches the user out.
Pow70Acc100%PP20
StatusPriority +4Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.
Pow—Acc—PP10
Suggested usage notes
Thwackey performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Physical Attacker Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.
When teambuilding, pair Thwackeywith 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 Thwackey good in ChampionsVGC?
Thwackey can fit a physical attacker 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 Thwackey?
Thwackey is Grass-type.