# Azelf - Gen 9 National Dex Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Azelf in Gen 9 National Dex. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 9 National Dex (`gen9nationaldex`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9nationaldex |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9nationaldex/Azelf)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9nationaldex/Azelf
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 9 National Dex Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9nationaldex)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen9nationaldex](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9nationaldex)

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## Common Moves
- **Flamethrower**: 82.211%
- **Thunderbolt**: 81.176%
- **Mystical Power**: 76.626%
- **Dazzling Gleam**: 59.889%
- **Psyshock**: 19.577%
- **Explosion**: 14.562%
- **Stealth Rock**: 14.303%
- **Taunt**: 12.591%
- **Nasty Plot**: 8.217%
- **Knock Off**: 6.894%

## Common Abilities
- **Levitate**: 100.000%

## Common Items
- **Expert Belt**: 59.688%
- **Focus Sash**: 19.417%
- **Assault Vest**: 14.936%
- **Choice Scarf**: 1.620%
- **Other**: 4.339%

## Common Teammates
- **Lopunny-Mega**: 61.567%
- **Kingambit**: 59.791%
- **Deoxys-Defense**: 58.431%
- **Tapu Lele**: 58.296%
- **Dusclops**: 58.286%
- **Great Tusk**: 16.529%

## FAQ for Azelf in gen9nationaldex-1760

### What are the top moves for Azelf?
The most common moves for Azelf are Flamethrower, Thunderbolt, Mystical Power, Dazzling Gleam. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Azelf?
Azelf is frequently paired with Lopunny-Mega, Kingambit, Deoxys-Defense, Tapu Lele. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Azelf?
The top build for Azelf features a **Timid** nature with an EV spread of `0/0/4/252/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 56.201% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Azelf?
Azelf is most effectively run with the ability **Levitate** (100.000%) and the item **Expert Belt** (59.688%).

### What is the most common role for Azelf?
Based on common item usage (Expert Belt), Azelf often functions as a **offensive attacker** in the gen9nationaldex-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Azelf?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 75 |
| Attack | 125 |
| Defense | 70 |
| Sp. Atk | 125 |
| Sp. Def | 70 |
| Speed | 115 |
| **BST** | **580** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Azelf on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9nationaldex/Azelf) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 9 National Dex Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9nationaldex) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen9nationaldex) - Build teams with Azelf
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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*Generated by [Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com). For more context on site data and AI usage, see [llms-full.txt](https://www.pikalytics.com/llms-full.txt).*