VGC & Champions Guides

Your resource for competitive Pokémon strategy — VGC teambuilding fundamentals, Champions mode mechanics, Mega Evolution, and expert team analysis.

VGC Basics

New to competitive Pokémon doubles? Learn the core mechanics, rules, and concepts that define the VGC format.

Teambuilding Fundamentals

Master the art of building a balanced, competitive VGC team — from offensive cores to speed control.

Team Library

Browse 55+ tournament-proven teams with detailed strategy guides, gameplans, and Pokepaste exports — covering both VGC Standard and Pokémon Champions.

Type Effectiveness Chart

Interactive 18×18 type chart with VGC-specific analysis of offensive and defensive type matchups for doubles.

Speed Control Guide

Master Tailwind, Trick Room, weather abilities, Choice Scarf, and priority moves to control turn order in VGC.

Competitive Items Guide

A comprehensive breakdown of every competitively relevant held item in VGC doubles, organized by role.

Weather & Terrain Guide

Deep dive into Sun, Rain, Sand, Snow, and the four terrains — setters, abusers, and team-building strategies.

EV Spreads & Natures

Understand EVs, IVs, and natures. Learn the stat formula and common VGC spreads for offense, bulk, and speed.

Damage Calculation Guide

Learn how damage is calculated in VGC doubles — STAB, type effectiveness, spread penalty, items, and abilities.

Synergy & Combos

Ability + item combos, role pairings, weather cores, and terrain synergies that power competitive VGC teams.

VGC Glossary

Definitions for the competitive terms, abbreviations, and jargon used in VGC doubles.

Pokémon Champions Guide

Everything you need to know about Pokémon Champions mode — restricted roster, Stat Points, Mega Evolution, and exclusive abilities.

Mega Evolution Guide

How Mega Evolution works in Pokémon Champions — which Pokémon can Mega Evolve, strategic implications, and the best picks.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Stratagem and competitive Pokémon VGC.