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

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

## Best Volbeat 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** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9doublesou/Volbeat)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9doublesou/Volbeat
- **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 Volbeat.

## Common Moves
- **Tailwind**: 99.921%
- **Encore**: 98.142%
- **Tail Glow**: 96.455%
- **Baton Pass**: 96.406%
- **Other**: 9.076%

## Common Abilities
- **Prankster**: 99.998%
- **Swarm**: 0.001%
- **Illuminate**: 0.001%

## Common Items
- **Covert Cloak**: 97.143%
- **Other**: 2.857%

## Common Teammates
- **Chi-Yu**: 96.336%
- **Diancie**: 96.335%
- **Ninetales-Alola**: 96.335%
- **Kyurem**: 96.335%
- **Latias**: 47.504%
- **Sinistcha**: 34.965%

## FAQ for Volbeat in gen9doublesou-1825

### What are the top moves for Volbeat?
The most common moves for Volbeat are Tailwind, Encore, Tail Glow, Baton Pass. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Volbeat?
Volbeat is frequently paired with Chi-Yu, Diancie, Ninetales-Alola, Kyurem. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Volbeat?
The top build for Volbeat features a **Calm** nature with an EV spread of `252/0/200/0/56/0`. This configuration accounts for 96.335% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Volbeat?
Volbeat is most effectively run with the ability **Prankster** (99.998%) and the item **Covert Cloak** (97.143%).

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

### What are the base stats for Volbeat?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 65 |
| Attack | 73 |
| Defense | 75 |
| Sp. Atk | 47 |
| Sp. Def | 85 |
| Speed | 85 |
| **BST** | **430** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Volbeat on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9doublesou/Volbeat) - 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 Volbeat
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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