# Smeargle - National Dex Usage Statistics

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

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | National Dex (`gen8nationaldex`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen8nationaldex |
| **Data Date** | 2026-03 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen8nationaldex/Smeargle)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen8nationaldex/Smeargle
- **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
- **Sticky Web**: 99.429%
- **Stealth Rock**: 77.804%
- **Spore**: 71.071%
- **Spikes**: 57.425%
- **Nuzzle**: 30.101%
- **Destiny Bond**: 14.568%
- **Rapid Spin**: 14.370%
- **Perish Song**: 14.370%
- **Court Change**: 6.560%
- **Other**: 14.302%

## Common Abilities
- **Technician**: 75.392%
- **Own Tempo**: 24.608%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 99.468%
- **Other**: 0.532%

## Common Teammates
- **Clefable**: 55.781%
- **Scizor-Mega**: 54.475%
- **Porygon-Z**: 51.564%
- **Darmanitan**: 51.222%
- **Donphan**: 51.222%
- **Charizard-Mega-Y**: 17.990%

## FAQ for Smeargle in gen8nationaldex-1760

### What are the top moves for Smeargle?
The most common moves for Smeargle are Sticky Web, Stealth Rock, Spore, Spikes. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Smeargle?
Smeargle is frequently paired with Clefable, Scizor-Mega, Porygon-Z, Darmanitan. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Smeargle?
The top build for Smeargle features a **Hardy** nature with an EV spread of `0/0/0/0/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 44.866% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Smeargle?
Smeargle is most effectively run with the ability **Technician** (75.392%) and the item **Focus Sash** (99.468%).

### What is the most common role for Smeargle?
Based on common item usage (Focus Sash), Smeargle often functions as a **lead or glass-cannon** in the gen8nationaldex-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Smeargle?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 55 |
| Attack | 20 |
| Defense | 35 |
| Sp. Atk | 20 |
| Sp. Def | 45 |
| Speed | 75 |
| **BST** | **250** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Smeargle on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen8nationaldex/Smeargle) - 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 Smeargle
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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