# Torkoal - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in National Dex

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

## Best Torkoal Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | National Dex (`gen8nationaldex`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen8nationaldex |
| **Usage** | 5% |
| **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/Torkoal)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen8nationaldex/Torkoal
- **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 Torkoal.

## Common Moves
- **Rapid Spin**: 99.705%
- **Yawn**: 96.337%
- **Stealth Rock**: 91.231%
- **Body Press**: 74.250%
- **Lava Plume**: 32.554%
- **Other**: 5.924%

## Common Abilities
- **Drought**: 99.970%
- **White Smoke**: 0.030%
- **Shell Armor**: 0.000%

## Common Items
- **Heat Rock**: 95.883%
- **Other**: 4.117%

## Common Teammates
- **Venusaur**: 92.137%
- **Charizard-Mega-Y**: 86.948%
- **Gliscor**: 65.055%
- **Darmanitan**: 63.409%
- **Slowking**: 62.311%
- **Victini**: 24.267%

## FAQ for Torkoal in gen8nationaldex-1760

### What are the top moves for Torkoal?
The most common moves for Torkoal are Rapid Spin, Yawn, Stealth Rock, Body Press. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Torkoal?
Torkoal is frequently paired with Venusaur, Charizard-Mega-Y, Gliscor, Darmanitan. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Torkoal?
The top build for Torkoal features a **Relaxed** nature with an EV spread of `252/0/252/0/4/0`. This configuration accounts for 66.320% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Torkoal?
Torkoal is most effectively run with the ability **Drought** (99.970%) and the item **Heat Rock** (95.883%).

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

### What are the base stats for Torkoal?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 70 |
| Attack | 85 |
| Defense | 140 |
| Sp. Atk | 85 |
| Sp. Def | 70 |
| Speed | 20 |
| **BST** | **470** |

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## Additional Resources

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

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