# Metagross - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in Gen 5 OverUsed

> Find the best Metagross builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in Gen 5 OverUsed. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Metagross Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 5 OverUsed (`bw`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | bw |
| **Usage** | 1% |
| **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/bw/Metagross)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/bw/Metagross
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 5 OverUsed Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bw)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/bw](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/bw)

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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 Metagross.

## Common Moves
- **Meteor Mash**: 88.438%
- **Hammer Arm**: 73.486%
- **Stealth Rock**: 64.738%
- **Pursuit**: 46.123%
- **Bullet Punch**: 41.720%
- **Explosion**: 41.647%
- **Earthquake**: 20.558%
- **Ice Punch**: 11.005%
- **Other**: 12.285%

## Common Abilities
- **Clear Body**: 100.000%

## Common Items
- **Custap Berry**: 41.366%
- **Leftovers**: 37.854%
- **Choice Band**: 19.249%
- **Other**: 1.530%

## Common Teammates
- **Starmie**: 77.640%
- **Thundurus-Therian**: 54.742%
- **Volcarona**: 43.010%
- **Abomasnow**: 39.525%
- **Kyurem-Black**: 39.501%
- **Politoed**: 25.211%

## FAQ for Metagross in bw-1760

### What are the top moves for Metagross?
The most common moves for Metagross are Meteor Mash, Hammer Arm, Stealth Rock, Pursuit. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Metagross?
Metagross is frequently paired with Starmie, Thundurus-Therian, Volcarona, Abomasnow. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Metagross?
The top build for Metagross features a **Adamant** nature with an EV spread of `248/188/56/0/0/16`. This configuration accounts for 39.811% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Metagross?
Metagross is most effectively run with the ability **Clear Body** (100.000%) and the item **Custap Berry** (41.366%).

### What is the most common role for Metagross?
Based on common item usage (Custap Berry), Metagross often functions as a **bulky attacker or support** in the bw-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Metagross?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 80 |
| Attack | 135 |
| Defense | 130 |
| Sp. Atk | 95 |
| Sp. Def | 90 |
| Speed | 70 |
| **BST** | **600** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Metagross on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bw/Metagross) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 5 OverUsed Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bw) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/bw) - Build teams with Metagross
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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