# Staraptor - Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Staraptor 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/Staraptor)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/championspreview/Staraptor
- **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
- **Close Combat**: 23.276%
- **Brave Bird**: 18.103%
- **Tailwind**: 16.379%
- **U-turn**: 12.069%
- **Protect**: 11.207%
- **Final Gambit**: 9.483%
- **Dual Wingbeat**: 2.586%
- **Quick Attack**: 0.862%

## Common Abilities
- **Intimidate**: 50.862%
- **Scrappy**: 3.448%
- **Hospitality**: 1.724%

## Common Items
- **Staraptite**: 31.034%
- **Rocky Helmet**: 3.448%
- **Life Orb**: 0.862%

## Common Teammates
- **Incineroar**: 33.621%
- **Farigiraf**: 26.724%
- **Sinistcha**: 25.000%
- **Whimsicott**: 17.241%
- **Archaludon**: 16.379%
- **Primarina**: 15.517%

## FAQ for Staraptor in championspreview-1760

### What are the top moves for Staraptor?
The most common moves for Staraptor are Close Combat, Brave Bird, Tailwind, U-turn. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

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

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

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

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Staraptor?
Staraptor is most effectively run with the ability **Intimidate** (50.862%) and the item **Staraptite** (31.034%).

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

### What are the base stats for Staraptor?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 85 |
| Attack | 120 |
| Defense | 70 |
| Sp. Atk | 50 |
| Sp. Def | 60 |
| Speed | 100 |
| **BST** | **485** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Staraptor on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/championspreview/Staraptor) - 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 Staraptor
- [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).*