Urshifu Rapid Strike
A+#0892 · Gen 8 · BST 550
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
EV Spread Calculator
Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 175 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 150 | 120 | 83 | 80 | 117 |
| Lonely | 165 ▲ | 108 ▼ | 83 | 80 | 117 |
| Brave | 165 ▲ | 120 | 83 | 80 | 105 ▼ |
| Adamant | 165 ▲ | 120 | 74 ▼ | 80 | 117 |
| Naughty | 165 ▲ | 120 | 83 | 72 ▼ | 117 |
| Bold | 135 ▼ | 132 ▲ | 83 | 80 | 117 |
| Docile(neutral) | 150 | 120 | 83 | 80 | 117 |
| Relaxed | 150 | 132 ▲ | 83 | 80 | 105 ▼ |
| Impish | 150 | 132 ▲ | 74 ▼ | 80 | 117 |
| Lax | 150 | 132 ▲ | 83 | 72 ▼ | 117 |
| Timid | 135 ▼ | 120 | 83 | 80 | 128 ▲ |
| Hasty | 150 | 108 ▼ | 83 | 80 | 128 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 150 | 120 | 83 | 80 | 117 |
| Jolly | 150 | 120 | 74 ▼ | 80 | 128 ▲ |
| Naive | 150 | 120 | 83 | 72 ▼ | 128 ▲ |
| Modest | 135 ▼ | 120 | 91 ▲ | 80 | 117 |
| Mild | 150 | 108 ▼ | 91 ▲ | 80 | 117 |
| Quiet | 150 | 120 | 91 ▲ | 80 | 105 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 150 | 120 | 83 | 80 | 117 |
| Rash | 150 | 120 | 91 ▲ | 72 ▼ | 117 |
| Calm | 135 ▼ | 120 | 83 | 88 ▲ | 117 |
| Gentle | 150 | 108 ▼ | 83 | 88 ▲ | 117 |
| Sassy | 150 | 120 | 83 | 88 ▲ | 105 ▼ |
| Careful | 150 | 120 | 74 ▼ | 88 ▲ | 117 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 150 | 120 | 83 | 80 | 117 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Urshifu Rapid Strike pressures bulky cores with Surging Strikes, which always crits and ignores Protect via Unseen Fist. It is a reliable spread-damage threat that punishes redirection and screens.
Strengths
- + Guaranteed crits ignore boosts
- + Hits through Protect
- + Priority Aqua Jet
Weaknesses
- − Frail special bulk
- − Walled by Grass/Psychic spread
- − Reliant on accurate reads
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Urshifu Rapid Strike'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 Urshifu Rapid Strike, 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
PhysicalDeals damage then switches the user out.
Pow70Acc100%PP20
Suggested usage notes
Urshifu Rapid Strike performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Physical Attacker and Spread Damage 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 Urshifu Rapid Strikewith 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 Urshifu Rapid Strike good in ChampionsVGC?
Urshifu Rapid Strike currently trends as a A+-tier pick (Physical Attacker, Spread Damage). These are estimated trends based on available data and do not guarantee results.
＋What is the best build for Urshifu Rapid Strike in Regulation M-A?
Common builds pair Focus Sash with moves like Surging Strikes, Close Combat, Aqua Jet. Builds are matchup dependent and should be adapted to your team.
＋What counters Urshifu Rapid Strike?
Frequent answers include amoonguss, tornadus. Effectiveness varies by team and game state.