Torkoal
B#0324 · Gen 3 · BST 470
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 | 160 | 105 | 90 | 40 |
| Lonely | 115 ▲ | 144 ▼ | 105 | 90 | 40 |
| Brave | 115 ▲ | 160 | 105 | 90 | 36 ▼ |
| Adamant | 115 ▲ | 160 | 94 ▼ | 90 | 40 |
| Naughty | 115 ▲ | 160 | 105 | 81 ▼ | 40 |
| Bold | 94 ▼ | 176 ▲ | 105 | 90 | 40 |
| Docile(neutral) | 105 | 160 | 105 | 90 | 40 |
| Relaxed | 105 | 176 ▲ | 105 | 90 | 36 ▼ |
| Impish | 105 | 176 ▲ | 94 ▼ | 90 | 40 |
| Lax | 105 | 176 ▲ | 105 | 81 ▼ | 40 |
| Timid | 94 ▼ | 160 | 105 | 90 | 44 ▲ |
| Hasty | 105 | 144 ▼ | 105 | 90 | 44 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 105 | 160 | 105 | 90 | 40 |
| Jolly | 105 | 160 | 94 ▼ | 90 | 44 ▲ |
| Naive | 105 | 160 | 105 | 81 ▼ | 44 ▲ |
| Modest | 94 ▼ | 160 | 115 ▲ | 90 | 40 |
| Mild | 105 | 144 ▼ | 115 ▲ | 90 | 40 |
| Quiet | 105 | 160 | 115 ▲ | 90 | 36 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 105 | 160 | 105 | 90 | 40 |
| Rash | 105 | 160 | 115 ▲ | 81 ▼ | 40 |
| Calm | 94 ▼ | 160 | 105 | 99 ▲ | 40 |
| Gentle | 105 | 144 ▼ | 105 | 99 ▲ | 40 |
| Sassy | 105 | 160 | 105 | 99 ▲ | 36 ▼ |
| Careful | 105 | 160 | 94 ▼ | 99 ▲ | 40 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 105 | 160 | 105 | 90 | 40 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Torkoal sets sun via Drought to power Chlorophyll sweepers and boosted Eruption. Its high Defense and low Speed also fit Trick Room sun cores.
Strengths
- + Reliable sun
- + Boosted Eruption
- + Bulky support
Weaknesses
- − Very slow
- − Water and Ground weak
- − Rain counters sun
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Torkoal'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 Torkoal, 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
Spread Fire damage hitting both foes.
Pow95Acc90%PP10 - StatusPriority +4
Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.
Pow—Acc—PP10 - Status
Burns the target, halving its physical damage.
Pow—Acc85%PP15
Suggested usage notes
Torkoal performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Weather Setter and Sun Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.
When teambuilding, pair Torkoalwith 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
Counters
Frequently asked questions
＋Is Torkoal good in ChampionsVGC?
Torkoal currently trends as a B-tier pick (Weather Setter, Sun, Trick Room). These are estimated trends based on available data and do not guarantee results.
＋What is the best build for Torkoal in Regulation M-A?
Common builds pair Charcoal with moves like Eruption, Heat Wave, Body Press. Builds are matchup dependent and should be adapted to your team.
＋What counters Torkoal?
Frequent answers include kyogre, urshifu-rapid-strike. Effectiveness varies by team and game state.