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

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

## Best Espeon 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/Espeon)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/bw/Espeon
- **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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## Common Moves
- **Baton Pass**: 90.501%
- **Psychic**: 90.353%
- **Hidden Power Fire**: 88.907%
- **Grass Knot**: 87.675%
- **Psyshock**: 8.386%
- **Light Screen**: 6.790%
- **Reflect**: 6.780%
- **Hidden Power Fighting**: 6.459%
- **Other**: 14.149%

## Common Abilities
- **Magic Bounce**: 99.943%
- **Synchronize**: 0.057%

## Common Items
- **Leftovers**: 87.343%
- **Light Clay**: 6.780%
- **Choice Scarf**: 4.957%
- **Other**: 0.920%

## Common Teammates
- **Ninetales**: 79.757%
- **Salamence**: 77.130%
- **Forretress**: 76.583%
- **Landorus-Therian**: 76.450%
- **Volcarona**: 47.691%
- **Moltres**: 35.352%

## FAQ for Espeon in bw-1760

### What are the top moves for Espeon?
The most common moves for Espeon are Baton Pass, Psychic, Hidden Power Fire, Grass Knot. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Espeon?
Espeon is frequently paired with Ninetales, Salamence, Forretress, Landorus-Therian. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Espeon?
The top build for Espeon features a **Bold** nature with an EV spread of `248/0/252/8/0/0`. This configuration accounts for 85.949% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Espeon?
Espeon is most effectively run with the ability **Magic Bounce** (99.943%) and the item **Leftovers** (87.343%).

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

### What are the base stats for Espeon?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 65 |
| Attack | 65 |
| Defense | 60 |
| Sp. Atk | 130 |
| Sp. Def | 95 |
| Speed | 110 |
| **BST** | **525** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Espeon on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bw/Espeon) - 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 Espeon
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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