# Staraptor - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-B S3 Ranked Battle Data

> Find the best Staraptor builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-B S3 Ranked Battle Data. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Staraptor Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-B S3 Ranked Battle Data (`battledataregmbs3`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | battledataregmbs3 |
| **Usage** | N/A |
| **Win Rate** | N/A |
| **Record** | N/A |
| **Data Date** | 2026-05 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/battledataregmbs3/Staraptor)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/battledataregmbs3/Staraptor
- **Format Overview**: [Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-B S3 Ranked Battle Data Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/battledataregmbs3)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/battledataregmbs3](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/battledataregmbs3)

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Pikalytics provides the premier competitive Pokemon database, aggregating data from millions of ranked battles on official platforms and Smogon. This report summarizes the current meta-game role and effectiveness of Staraptor.

## Common Moves
- **Close Combat**: 98.1%
- **Protect**: 94.3%
- **Brave Bird**: 83.4%
- **Roost**: 63.7%
- **Dual Wingbeat**: 18.8%
- **Tailwind**: 10.5%
- **Blaze Kick**: 9.2%
- **U-turn**: 5.4%
- **Quick Attack**: 4.5%
- **Substitute**: 4.1%

## Common Abilities
- **Intimidate**: 94.9%
- **Reckless**: 5.1%

## Common Items
- **Staraptorite**: 97.5%
- **Choice Scarf**: 2.5%

## Common Teammates
- **Whimsicott**: undefined%
- **Sinistcha**: undefined%
- **Garchomp**: undefined%
- **Basculegion**: undefined%
- **Grimmsnarl**: undefined%
- **Incineroar**: undefined%

## FAQ for Staraptor in battledataregmbs3-1760

### What are the top moves for Staraptor?
The most common moves for Staraptor are Close Combat, Protect, Brave Bird, Roost. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Staraptor?
Staraptor is frequently paired with Whimsicott, Sinistcha, Garchomp, Basculegion. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### Which Tera Types are best for Staraptor?
Tera Type data is not available or not applicable for this format.

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Staraptor?
The top build for Staraptor features a **** nature with an EV spread of `2/32/0/0/0/32`. This configuration accounts for 15.3% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Staraptor?
Staraptor is most effectively run with the ability **Intimidate** (94.9%) and the item **Staraptorite** (97.5%).

### What is the most common role for Staraptor?
Based on common item usage (Staraptorite), Staraptor often functions as a **tactical** in the battledataregmbs3-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Staraptor?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 85 |
| Attack | 120 |
| Defense | 70 |
| Sp. Atk | 50 |
| Sp. Def | 60 |
| Speed | 100 |
| **BST** | **485** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Staraptor on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/battledataregmbs3/Staraptor) - Full interactive stats page
- [Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-B S3 Ranked Battle Data Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/battledataregmbs3) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/battledataregmbs3) - Build teams with Staraptor
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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