# Skarmory - BDSP Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Skarmory in BDSP. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | BDSP (`bdsp`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl |
| **Category** | Online Battle on Nintendo Switch |
| **Data Date** | 2026-03 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bdsp/Skarmory)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/bdsp/Skarmory
- **Format Overview**: [BDSP Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bdsp)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/bdsp](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/bdsp)

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## Common Moves
- **Roost**: 82.646%
- **Spikes**: 79.924%
- **Brave Bird**: 69.266%
- **Whirlwind**: 68.301%
- **Taunt**: 32.363%
- **Stealth Rock**: 29.543%
- **Defog**: 27.559%
- **Other**: 10.398%

## Common Abilities
- **Sturdy**: 92.898%
- **Keen Eye**: 6.407%
- **Weak Armor**: 0.695%

## Common Items
- **Shed Shell**: 49.532%
- **Leftovers**: 32.160%
- **Custap Berry**: 15.429%
- **Other**: 2.879%

## Common Teammates
- **Blissey**: 55.556%
- **Gliscor**: 47.111%
- **Tangrowth**: 38.056%
- **Clefable**: 29.119%
- **Starmie**: 27.675%
- **Quagsire**: 23.727%

## FAQ for Skarmory in bdsp-1760

### What are the top moves for Skarmory?
The most common moves for Skarmory are Roost, Spikes, Brave Bird, Whirlwind. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Skarmory?
Skarmory is frequently paired with Blissey, Gliscor, Tangrowth, Clefable. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Skarmory?
The top build for Skarmory features a **Impish** nature with an EV spread of `252/0/232/0/0/24`. This configuration accounts for 20.928% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Skarmory?
Skarmory is most effectively run with the ability **Sturdy** (92.898%) and the item **Shed Shell** (49.532%).

### What is the most common role for Skarmory?
Based on common item usage (Shed Shell), Skarmory often functions as a **tactical** in the bdsp-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Skarmory?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 65 |
| Attack | 80 |
| Defense | 140 |
| Sp. Atk | 40 |
| Sp. Def | 70 |
| Speed | 70 |
| **BST** | **465** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Skarmory on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bdsp/Skarmory) - Full interactive stats page
- [BDSP Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bdsp) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/bdsp) - Build teams with Skarmory
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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*Generated by [Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com). For more context on site data and AI usage, see [llms-full.txt](https://www.pikalytics.com/llms-full.txt).*