# Barboach - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in Gen 9 Little Cup

> Find the best Barboach builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in Gen 9 Little Cup. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Barboach Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 9 Little Cup (`gen9lc`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9lc |
| **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/gen9lc/Barboach)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9lc/Barboach
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 9 Little Cup Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9lc)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen9lc](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9lc)

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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 Barboach.

## Common Moves
- **Earthquake**: 99.855%
- **Dragon Dance**: 99.416%
- **Liquidation**: 99.286%
- **Zen Headbutt**: 84.123%
- **Other**: 17.320%

## Common Abilities
- **Hydration**: 83.794%
- **Oblivious**: 15.731%
- **Anticipation**: 0.476%

## Common Items
- **Eviolite**: 98.477%
- **Other**: 1.523%

## Common Teammates
- **Buizel**: 96.341%
- **Magnemite**: 83.727%
- **Horsea**: 83.648%
- **Arrokuda**: 83.633%
- **Riolu**: 83.633%
- **Elekid**: 13.264%

## FAQ for Barboach in gen9lc-1760

### What are the top moves for Barboach?
The most common moves for Barboach are Earthquake, Dragon Dance, Liquidation, Zen Headbutt. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Barboach?
Barboach is frequently paired with Buizel, Magnemite, Horsea, Arrokuda. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Barboach?
The top build for Barboach features a **Adamant** nature with an EV spread of `0/212/0/0/28/196`. This configuration accounts for 97.562% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Barboach?
Barboach is most effectively run with the ability **Hydration** (83.794%) and the item **Eviolite** (98.477%).

### What is the most common role for Barboach?
Based on common item usage (Eviolite), Barboach often functions as a **tactical** in the gen9lc-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Barboach?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 50 |
| Attack | 48 |
| Defense | 43 |
| Sp. Atk | 46 |
| Sp. Def | 41 |
| Speed | 60 |
| **BST** | **288** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Barboach on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9lc/Barboach) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 9 Little Cup Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9lc) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen9lc) - Build teams with Barboach
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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