# Metagross - Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Metagross 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/Metagross)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/championspreview/Metagross
- **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
- **Heavy Slam**: 34.046%
- **Protect**: 33.235%
- **Psychic Fangs**: 19.332%
- **Stomping Tantrum**: 13.928%
- **Bullet Punch**: 8.868%
- **Ice Punch**: 5.085%
- **Body Press**: 4.422%
- **Earthquake**: 3.414%
- **Thunder Punch**: 2.211%
- **Meteor Mash**: 1.572%

## Common Abilities
- **Clear Body**: 12.650%
- **Hospitality**: 4.495%
- **Trace**: 0.172%
- **Insomnia**: 0.025%

## Common Items
- **Metagrossite**: 54.557%
- **Rocky Helmet**: 3.488%
- **Leftovers**: 0.295%
- **Life Orb**: 0.295%
- **Weakness Policy**: 0.147%
- **Assault Vest**: 0.098%
- **Sitrus Berry**: 0.074%
- **Air Balloon**: 0.074%
- **Muscle Band**: 0.025%
- **Loaded Dice**: 0.025%

## Common Teammates
- **Incineroar**: 46.057%
- **Sneasler**: 44.092%
- **Sinistcha**: 36.281%
- **Garchomp**: 23.409%
- **Tyranitar**: 22.280%
- **Dragonite**: 18.816%

## FAQ for Metagross in championspreview-1760

### What are the top moves for Metagross?
The most common moves for Metagross are Heavy Slam, Protect, Psychic Fangs, Stomping Tantrum. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Metagross?
Metagross is frequently paired with Incineroar, Sneasler, Sinistcha, Garchomp. 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?
No EV spread or nature data available.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Metagross?
Metagross is most effectively run with the ability **Clear Body** (12.650%) and the item **Metagrossite** (54.557%).

### What is the most common role for Metagross?
Based on common item usage (Metagrossite), Metagross often functions as a **tactical** in the championspreview-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/championspreview/Metagross) - 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 Metagross
- [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).*