# Tapu Koko - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in National Dex

> Find the best Tapu Koko builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in National Dex. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Tapu Koko Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | National Dex (`gen8nationaldex`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen8nationaldex |
| **Usage** | 16% |
| **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/gen8nationaldex/Tapu%20Koko)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen8nationaldex/Tapu%20Koko
- **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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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 Tapu Koko.

## Common Moves
- **Dazzling Gleam**: 93.599%
- **Hidden Power Ice**: 81.505%
- **Volt Switch**: 74.788%
- **Thunderbolt**: 53.833%
- **Taunt**: 42.659%
- **U-turn**: 21.091%
- **Roost**: 10.989%
- **Calm Mind**: 4.191%
- **Other**: 17.344%

## Common Abilities
- **Electric Surge**: 99.998%
- **Telepathy**: 0.002%

## Common Items
- **Electrium Z**: 50.499%
- **Choice Specs**: 29.006%
- **Heavy-Duty Boots**: 8.402%
- **Fairium Z**: 3.138%
- **Light Clay**: 2.303%
- **Terrain Extender**: 2.150%
- **Other**: 4.502%

## Common Teammates
- **Landorus-Therian**: 49.425%
- **Greninja**: 45.714%
- **Hawlucha**: 42.876%
- **Melmetal**: 38.764%
- **Gallade-Mega**: 36.210%
- **Clefable**: 15.555%

## FAQ for Tapu Koko in gen8nationaldex-1760

### What are the top moves for Tapu Koko?
The most common moves for Tapu Koko are Dazzling Gleam, Hidden Power Ice, Volt Switch, Thunderbolt. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Tapu Koko?
Tapu Koko is frequently paired with Landorus-Therian, Greninja, Hawlucha, Melmetal. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Tapu Koko?
The top build for Tapu Koko features a **Timid** nature with an EV spread of `0/0/0/252/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 67.510% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Tapu Koko?
Tapu Koko is most effectively run with the ability **Electric Surge** (99.998%) and the item **Electrium Z** (50.499%).

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

### What are the base stats for Tapu Koko?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 70 |
| Attack | 115 |
| Defense | 85 |
| Sp. Atk | 95 |
| Sp. Def | 75 |
| Speed | 130 |
| **BST** | **570** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Tapu Koko on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen8nationaldex/Tapu%20Koko) - 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 Tapu Koko
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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