# Heracross - Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Heracross in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 (`championspreview`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | championspreview |
| **Data Date** | 2026-03 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/championspreview/Heracross)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/championspreview/Heracross
- **Format Overview**: [Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/championspreview)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/championspreview](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/championspreview)

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## Common Moves
- **Protect**: 28.421%
- **Rock Blast**: 27.368%
- **Close Combat**: 24.211%
- **Pin Missile**: 23.158%
- **Bullet Seed**: 12.632%
- **Arm Thrust**: 6.316%
- **Trailblaze**: 4.211%
- **Megahorn**: 4.211%
- **Swords Dance**: 2.105%
- **Earthquake**: 2.105%

## Common Abilities
- **Moxie**: 11.579%

## Common Items
- **Heracronite**: 60.000%
- **Clear Amulet**: 3.158%
- **Flame Orb**: 1.053%
- **Rocky Helmet**: 1.053%

## Common Teammates
- **Farigiraf**: 41.053%
- **Incineroar**: 38.947%
- **Archaludon**: 28.421%
- **Pelipper**: 27.368%
- **Dragapult**: 17.895%
- **Whimsicott**: 16.842%

## Featured Teams with Heracross

### Team 1 by AmericoJr
*Record: 6 - 3 - 0*

**Pokemon**: Heracross, Tyranitar, Excadrill, Whimsicott, Farigiraf, Incineroar

**Heracross Set**:
- **Ability**: Moxie
- **Item**: Heracronite
- **Moves**: Close Combat, Pin Missile, Rock Blast, Protect


## FAQ for Heracross in championspreview-1760

### What are the top moves for Heracross?
The most common moves for Heracross are Protect, Rock Blast, Close Combat, Pin Missile. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Heracross?
Heracross is frequently paired with Farigiraf, Incineroar, Archaludon, Pelipper. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Heracross?
No EV spread or nature data available.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Heracross?
Heracross is most effectively run with the ability **Moxie** (11.579%) and the item **Heracronite** (60.000%).

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

### What are the base stats for Heracross?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 80 |
| Attack | 125 |
| Defense | 75 |
| Sp. Atk | 40 |
| Sp. Def | 95 |
| Speed | 85 |
| **BST** | **500** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Heracross on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/championspreview/Heracross) - Full interactive stats page
- [Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/championspreview) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/championspreview) - Build teams with Heracross
- [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).*