# Skarmory - National Dex Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Skarmory in National Dex. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | National Dex (`gen8nationaldex`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen8nationaldex |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen8nationaldex/Skarmory)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen8nationaldex/Skarmory
- **Format Overview**: [National Dex Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen8nationaldex)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen8nationaldex](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen8nationaldex)

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## Common Moves
- **Roost**: 98.340%
- **Spikes**: 80.126%
- **Body Press**: 64.565%
- **Whirlwind**: 52.536%
- **Iron Defense**: 40.616%
- **Defog**: 30.878%
- **Stealth Rock**: 25.472%
- **Other**: 7.468%

## Common Abilities
- **Sturdy**: 99.114%
- **Keen Eye**: 0.869%
- **Weak Armor**: 0.017%

## Common Items
- **Rocky Helmet**: 96.980%
- **Other**: 3.020%

## Common Teammates
- **Chansey**: 62.606%
- **Sableye-Mega**: 58.137%
- **Clefable**: 57.837%
- **Amoonguss**: 30.467%
- **Shedinja**: 29.195%
- **Seismitoad**: 28.128%

## FAQ for Skarmory in gen8nationaldex-1760

### What are the top moves for Skarmory?
The most common moves for Skarmory are Roost, Spikes, Body Press, Whirlwind. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Skarmory?
Skarmory is frequently paired with Chansey, Sableye-Mega, Clefable, Amoonguss. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Skarmory?
The top build for Skarmory features a **Bold** nature with an EV spread of `252/0/72/0/0/184`. This configuration accounts for 31.345% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Skarmory?
Skarmory is most effectively run with the ability **Sturdy** (99.114%) and the item **Rocky Helmet** (96.980%).

### What is the most common role for Skarmory?
Based on common item usage (Rocky Helmet), Skarmory often functions as a **tactical** in the gen8nationaldex-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Skarmory?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 65 |
| Attack | 80 |
| Defense | 140 |
| Sp. Atk | 40 |
| Sp. Def | 70 |
| Speed | 70 |
| **BST** | **465** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Skarmory on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen8nationaldex/Skarmory) - Full interactive stats page
- [National Dex Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen8nationaldex) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen8nationaldex) - Build teams with Skarmory
- [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).*