bug type

Yanmega

B

#0469 · Gen 4 · BST 515

BugFlying
Legal M-A
Usage rate
12.7%
Estimated win rate50.3%

Base stats

HP86
Atk76
Def86
SpA116
SpD56
Spe95

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP161
Atk96
Def106
SpA136
SpD76
Spe115

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP161
Atk96
Def106
SpA136
SpD76
Spe115

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 161 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)9610613676115
Lonely105 ▲95 ▼13676115
Brave105 ▲10613676103 ▼
Adamant105 ▲106122 ▼76115
Naughty105 ▲10613668 ▼115
Bold86 ▼116 ▲13676115
Docile(neutral)9610613676115
Relaxed96116 ▲13676103 ▼
Impish96116 ▲122 ▼76115
Lax96116 ▲13668 ▼115
Timid86 ▼10613676126 ▲
Hasty9695 ▼13676126 ▲
Serious(neutral)9610613676115
Jolly96106122 ▼76126 ▲
Naive9610613668 ▼126 ▲
Modest86 ▼106149 ▲76115
Mild9695 ▼149 ▲76115
Quiet96106149 ▲76103 ▼
Bashful(neutral)9610613676115
Rash96106149 ▲68 ▼115
Calm86 ▼10613683 ▲115
Gentle9695 ▼13683 ▲115
Sassy9610613683 ▲103 ▼
Careful96106122 ▼83 ▲115
Quirky(neutral)9610613676115

Role · Legality

Special Attacker

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Yanmega is a Bug/Flying-type Pokémon that tends to fit a special attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Zygarde Mega and checked by Diancie Mega. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Bug-type STAB options
  • + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
  • + Pairs well with Zygarde Mega

Weaknesses

  • − Depends on team support
  • − Matchup dependent
  • − Watch out for Diancie Mega

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Yanmega'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 Yanmega, while counters and checks highlight what to watch out for in team preview.

Team building guide →Damage calculator →Matchup analysis →

Last updated: July 2026 (Regulation Set M-A). Data is based on available competitive trends and editorial review.

Common builds & options

Moves

  • bug type
    Special

    Special Bug STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • bug type
    Physical

    Deals damage then switches the user out.

    Pow
    70
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    20
  • flying type
    Special

    Special Flying STAB with a flinch chance.

    Pow
    75
    Acc
    95%
    PP
    15
  • flying type
    Physical

    Powerful Flying STAB with recoil.

    Pow
    120
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • ice type
    Special

    Premier Ice coverage with a freeze chance.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • ground type
    Special

    Special Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10

Abilities

Speed BoostTinted LensFrisk

Items

Life OrbChoice Specs

Tera Types

Bug

Suggested usage notes

Yanmega performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Special Attacker Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.

When teambuilding, pair Yanmegawith 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.

How to read matchups →Team builder →

Partners · Counters · Checks

Partners

Counters

Checks

Frequently asked questions

＋Is Yanmega good in ChampionsVGC?

Yanmega can fit a special attacker role, commonly alongside Zygarde Mega and kept in check by Diancie Mega. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

＋What types is Yanmega?

Yanmega is Bug/Flying-type.

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