# Tatsugiri - Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Tatsugiri 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/Tatsugiri)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/championspreview/Tatsugiri
- **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
- **Draco Meteor**: 12.409%
- **Muddy Water**: 11.501%
- **Icy Wind**: 7.264%
- **Protect**: 6.114%
- **Helping Hand**: 2.179%
- **Dragon Pulse**: 1.877%
- **Soak**: 1.816%
- **Hydro Pump**: 1.029%
- **Mirror Coat**: 0.666%
- **Taunt**: 0.484%

## Common Abilities
- **Storm Drain**: 0.484%
- **Magic Bounce**: 0.061%
- **Hospitality**: 0.061%

## Common Items
- **Toxic Orb**: 1.634%
- **Focus Sash**: 1.453%
- **Life Orb**: 0.726%
- **Choice Scarf**: 0.303%
- **Adrenaline Orb**: 0.242%
- **Leftovers**: 0.182%
- **Sitrus Berry**: 0.061%
- **Safety Goggles**: 0.061%
- **Eject Button**: 0.061%
- **Choice Specs**: 0.061%

## Common Teammates
- **Dondozo**: 97.155%
- **Sneasler**: 30.690%
- **Incineroar**: 28.390%
- **Gengar**: 22.639%
- **Whimsicott**: 21.429%
- **Dragapult**: 18.099%

## FAQ for Tatsugiri in championspreview-1760

### What are the top moves for Tatsugiri?
The most common moves for Tatsugiri are Draco Meteor, Muddy Water, Icy Wind, Protect. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Tatsugiri?
Tatsugiri is frequently paired with Dondozo, Sneasler, Incineroar, Gengar. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

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

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Tatsugiri?
Tatsugiri is most effectively run with the ability **Storm Drain** (0.484%) and the item **Toxic Orb** (1.634%).

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

### What are the base stats for Tatsugiri?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 68 |
| Attack | 50 |
| Defense | 60 |
| Sp. Atk | 120 |
| Sp. Def | 95 |
| Speed | 82 |
| **BST** | **475** |

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## Additional Resources

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