# Ludicolo - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in Gen 9 Doubles OU Scarlet & Violet

> Find the best Ludicolo builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in Gen 9 Doubles OU Scarlet & Violet. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Ludicolo Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 9 Doubles OU Scarlet & Violet (`gen9doublesou`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9doublesou |
| **Usage** | N/A |
| **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/gen9doublesou/Ludicolo)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9doublesou/Ludicolo
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 9 Doubles OU Scarlet & Violet Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9doublesou)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen9doublesou](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9doublesou)

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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 Ludicolo.

## Common Moves
- **Giga Drain**: 76.958%
- **Fake Out**: 62.666%
- **Muddy Water**: 55.874%
- **Hydro Pump**: 50.151%
- **Surf**: 32.153%
- **Ice Beam**: 28.815%
- **Protect**: 21.434%
- **Weather Ball**: 14.056%
- **Focus Blast**: 12.475%
- **Energy Ball**: 11.565%

## Common Abilities
- **Swift Swim**: 97.922%
- **Rain Dish**: 2.021%
- **Own Tempo**: 0.057%

## Common Items
- **Assault Vest**: 39.862%
- **Choice Specs**: 27.231%
- **Weakness Policy**: 12.890%
- **Life Orb**: 11.998%
- **Leftovers**: 2.287%
- **Focus Sash**: 2.047%
- **Other**: 3.684%

## Common Teammates
- **Pelipper**: 80.335%
- **Politoed**: 39.907%
- **Palafin**: 36.891%
- **Chien-Pao**: 36.614%
- **Landorus**: 36.612%
- **Kingambit**: 33.615%

## FAQ for Ludicolo in gen9doublesou-1825

### What are the top moves for Ludicolo?
The most common moves for Ludicolo are Giga Drain, Fake Out, Muddy Water, Hydro Pump. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Ludicolo?
Ludicolo is frequently paired with Pelipper, Politoed, Palafin, Chien-Pao. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Ludicolo?
The top build for Ludicolo features a **Modest** nature with an EV spread of `0/0/24/232/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 38.682% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Ludicolo?
Ludicolo is most effectively run with the ability **Swift Swim** (97.922%) and the item **Assault Vest** (39.862%).

### What is the most common role for Ludicolo?
Based on common item usage (Assault Vest), Ludicolo often functions as a **tactical** in the gen9doublesou-1825 meta.

### What are the base stats for Ludicolo?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 80 |
| Attack | 70 |
| Defense | 70 |
| Sp. Atk | 90 |
| Sp. Def | 100 |
| Speed | 70 |
| **BST** | **480** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Ludicolo on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9doublesou/Ludicolo) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 9 Doubles OU Scarlet & Violet Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9doublesou) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen9doublesou) - Build teams with Ludicolo
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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