# Heracross - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in DOU

> Find the best Heracross builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in DOU. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Heracross Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | DOU (`dou`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | dou |
| **Usage** | N/A |
| **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/dou/Heracross)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/dou/Heracross
- **Format Overview**: [DOU Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/dou)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/dou](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/dou)

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## Common Moves
- **Megahorn**: 99.998%
- **Close Combat**: 95.392%
- **Protect**: 73.147%
- **Facade**: 51.567%
- **Rock Slide**: 24.327%
- **Stone Edge**: 19.368%
- **Night Slash**: 18.228%
- **Other**: 17.972%

## Common Abilities
- **Guts**: 54.542%
- **Moxie**: 44.427%
- **Swarm**: 1.031%

## Common Items
- **Flame Orb**: 51.795%
- **Figy Berry**: 21.583%
- **Choice Scarf**: 21.201%
- **Focus Sash**: 4.385%
- **Other**: 1.036%

## Common Teammates
- **Togekiss**: 49.329%
- **Victreebel**: 49.328%
- **Ampharos-Mega**: 49.328%
- **Typhlosion**: 49.328%
- **Politoed**: 49.328%
- **Weavile**: 21.583%

## FAQ for Heracross in dou-1825

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

### What are the best team partners for Heracross?
Heracross is frequently paired with Togekiss, Victreebel, Ampharos-Mega, Typhlosion. 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?
The top build for Heracross features a **Jolly** nature with an EV spread of `0/252/0/0/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 72.765% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Heracross?
Heracross is most effectively run with the ability **Guts** (54.542%) and the item **Flame Orb** (51.795%).

### What is the most common role for Heracross?
Based on common item usage (Flame Orb), Heracross often functions as a **tactical** in the dou-1825 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/dou/Heracross) - Full interactive stats page
- [DOU Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/dou) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/dou) - Build teams with Heracross
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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