# Metagross - DOU Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Metagross in DOU. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | DOU (`dou`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | dou |
| **Data Date** | 2026-03 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/dou/Metagross)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/dou/Metagross
- **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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Pikalytics provides the premier competitive Pokemon database, aggregating data from millions of ranked battles on official platforms and Smogon. This report summarizes the current meta-game role and effectiveness of Metagross.

## Common Moves
- **Zen Headbutt**: 61.426%
- **Bullet Punch**: 52.476%
- **Meteor Mash**: 46.473%
- **Ice Punch**: 35.721%
- **Rock Slide**: 29.214%
- **Explosion**: 29.109%
- **Stomping Tantrum**: 26.514%
- **Iron Head**: 17.694%
- **Earthquake**: 16.236%
- **Protect**: 14.807%

## Common Abilities
- **Clear Body**: 99.891%
- **Light Metal**: 0.109%

## Common Items
- **Life Orb**: 26.034%
- **Choice Band**: 14.311%
- **Weakness Policy**: 12.611%
- **Choice Scarf**: 9.048%
- **Normal Gem**: 8.916%
- **Quick Claw**: 8.770%
- **Assault Vest**: 5.628%
- **Rocky Helmet**: 5.438%
- **Leftovers**: 4.062%
- **Aguav Berry**: 1.926%

## Common Teammates
- **Tapu Koko**: 29.567%
- **Kommo-o**: 28.434%
- **Volcarona**: 24.887%
- **Gyarados-Mega**: 19.743%
- **Shaymin-Sky**: 19.302%
- **Tyranitar**: 15.224%

## FAQ for Metagross in dou-1825

### What are the top moves for Metagross?
The most common moves for Metagross are Zen Headbutt, Bullet Punch, Meteor Mash, Ice Punch. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Metagross?
Metagross is frequently paired with Tapu Koko, Kommo-o, Volcarona, Gyarados-Mega. 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?
The top build for Metagross features a **Jolly** nature with an EV spread of `0/252/0/0/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 34.296% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Metagross?
Metagross is most effectively run with the ability **Clear Body** (99.891%) and the item **Life Orb** (26.034%).

### What is the most common role for Metagross?
Based on common item usage (Life Orb), Metagross often functions as a **offensive attacker** in the dou-1825 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/dou/Metagross) - 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 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).*