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Golurk Mega

Golurk Mega

GROUNDGHOST
HP
89
Atk
159
Def
105
SpA
70
SpD
105
Spe
55

Weaknesses

  • DARK2x
  • GHOST2x
  • GRASS2x
  • ICE2x
  • WATER2x

Best Nature

Brave 32/32/0/0/2/0

Best Moveset

  1. PoltergeistGHOSTPhysical22.7%
  2. ProtectNORMALStatus21.7%
  3. Headlong RushGROUNDPhysical19.9%
  4. Ice PunchICEPhysical12.1%

Best Ability / Item

Unseen FistGolurkiteGolurkite
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Top Moves

  • #1

    Poltergeist

    GHOPhysical110 BP

    The user attacks by controlling the target's item. This move fails if the target isn't holding an item.

    22.74%
  • #2

    Protect

    NORStatus

    This move enables the user to protect itself from all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

    21.70%
  • #3

    Headlong Rush

    GROPhysical120 BP

    The user smashes into the target in a full-body tackle. This also lowers the user’s Defense and Sp. Def stats.

    19.89%
  • #4

    Ice Punch

    ICEPhysical75 BP

    The target is attacked with an icy punch. This may also leave the target frozen.

    12.09%
  • #5

    Rock Slide

    ROCPhysical75 BP

    Large boulders are hurled at opposing Pokémon to inflict damage. This may also make the opposing Pokémon flinch.

    3.45%
  • #6

    Drain Punch

    FIGPhysical75 BP

    The user attacks with an energy-draining punch. The user's HP is restored by up to half the damage taken by the target.

    3.42%
  • #7

    Earthquake

    GROPhysical100 BP

    The user sets off an earthquake that strikes every Pokémon around it.

    3.25%
  • #8

    Close Combat

    FIGPhysical120 BP

    The user fights the target up close, inflicting damage without guarding itself. This also lowers the user's Defense and Sp. Def stats.

    2.81%
  • #9

    High Horsepower

    GROPhysical95 BP

    The user fiercely attacks the target using its entire body.

    2.29%
  • #10

    Thunder Punch

    ELEPhysical75 BP

    The target is attacked with an electrified punch. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

    1.30%
  • #11

    Other

    7.06%

Top Natures

  • #1

    Brave 32/32/0/0/2/0

    27.87%
  • #2

    Adamant 32/32/0/0/2/0

    13.55%
  • #3

    Brave 32/32/2/0/0/0

    13.01%
  • #4

    Brave 31/21/13/0/1/0

    9.34%
  • #5

    Brave 32/32/1/0/1/0

    5.13%
  • #6

    Adamant 27/32/1/0/1/5

    3.65%
  • #7

    Adamant 32/32/2/0/0/0

    2.64%
  • #8

    Brave 32/32/2/0/0/0

    1.51%
  • #9

    Adamant 32/32/1/0/1/0

    1.07%
  • #10

    Brave 20/32/0/0/14/0

    1.05%
  • #11

    Other

    21.18%

Top Abilities

  • #1

    Unseen Fist

    If the Pokémon uses moves that make direct contact, it can attack the target even if the target protects itself.

    100.00%

Top Items

  • #1
    Golurkite

    Golurkite

    Allows Golurk to Mega Evolve into Mega Golurk.

    100.00%

Top Teammates

  • #1
    FarigirafFarigiraf
    NORPSY
    TeamsBuilder
    16.64%
  • #2
    TorkoalTorkoal
    FIR
    TeamsBuilder
    12.99%
  • #3
    IncineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    9.41%
  • #4
    SinistchaSinistcha
    GRAGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    5.86%
  • #5
    SylveonSylveon
    FAI
    TeamsBuilder
    5.59%
  • #6
    SneaslerSneasler
    FIGPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    4.92%
  • #7
    KingambitKingambit
    DARSTE
    TeamsBuilder
    3.65%
  • #8
    HattereneHatterene
    PSYFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    2.89%
  • #9
    OranguruOranguru
    NORPSY
    TeamsBuilder
    2.60%
  • #10
    KangaskhanKangaskhan
    NOR
    TeamsBuilder
    2.04%
  • #11

    Other

    33.41%

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How to use Golurk Mega in the current VGC format?

**To use Golurk Mega effectively in the current VGC format, leverage its Ground/Ghost type typing and build around its top-performing movesets.** Golurk Mega appears as a prominent choice in the current Pokémon Champions format, with usage data pulled from competitive teams, tournament results and Showdown-ready pastes tracked by MetaVGC. This page brings together its most common moveset, nature, ability, item, teammates and type weaknesses so you can judge where Golurk Mega fits in a VGC team.

The most common build highlights Unseen Fist, Golurkite and Brave 32/32/0/0/2/0. Its frequent moves include Poltergeist, Protect, Headlong Rush, Ice Punch, Rock Slide, and Drain Punch. Treat those choices as a data-backed starting point: they show what players are bringing, while EV spreads, Tera Type and the final move slot should still respond to your expected matchups.

Defensively, Golurk Mega has important weaknesses to dark 2x, ghost 2x, grass 2x, ice 2x, water 2x. That matters during teambuilding because a strong composition needs ways to cover those attacks without giving up offensive pressure. Partners such as Farigiraf, Torkoal, Incineroar, Sinistcha, and Sylveon appear often because they can add positioning, type coverage, speed control or safer switches into common checks.

MetaVGC tracks recent teams using Golurk Mega. Open the Golurk Mega teams page to compare complete structures, copy Showdown pastes and see how players combine Golurk Mega with other Pokémon in the active format.

Frequently Asked Questions about Golurk Mega in VGC

What is the best moveset for Golurk Mega?

The best moveset for Golurk Mega in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Poltergeist, Protect, Headlong Rush, Ice Punch.

How to counter Golurk Mega in Champions?

In the Pokémon Champions meta, Golurk Mega can be countered by exploiting its weaknesses (dark 2x, ghost 2x, grass 2x, ice 2x, water 2x) and using effective check/counter teams.

What is the best item for Golurk Mega?

The best item for Golurk Mega is typically Golurkite, based on high-level tournament and ladder stats.

Where does the competitive VGC data for Golurk Mega come from?

Usage statistics and battle data compiled from Pokémon Showdown usage reports and official Play! Pokémon VGC tournament results.

External sources cited: Pokémon Showdown | Play! Pokémon