# Cloyster - Gen 9 National Dex Usage Statistics

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

## Quick Info

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

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9nationaldex/Cloyster)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9nationaldex/Cloyster
- **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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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 Cloyster.

## Common Moves
- **Shell Smash**: 99.903%
- **Icicle Spear**: 99.242%
- **Rock Blast**: 67.013%
- **Liquidation**: 61.064%
- **Drill Run**: 32.102%
- **Substitute**: 30.663%
- **Other**: 10.014%

## Common Abilities
- **Skill Link**: 97.077%
- **Shell Armor**: 2.903%
- **Overcoat**: 0.020%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 65.222%
- **Groundium Z**: 30.505%
- **Other**: 4.273%

## Common Teammates
- **Polteageist**: 66.570%
- **Landorus-Therian**: 59.130%
- **Tapu Lele**: 57.181%
- **Heatran**: 56.454%
- **Latios**: 56.214%
- **Kyurem**: 19.288%

## FAQ for Cloyster in gen9nationaldex-1760

### What are the top moves for Cloyster?
The most common moves for Cloyster are Shell Smash, Icicle Spear, Rock Blast, Liquidation. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Cloyster?
Cloyster is frequently paired with Polteageist, Landorus-Therian, Tapu Lele, Heatran. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Cloyster?
The top build for Cloyster features a **Jolly** nature with an EV spread of `0/252/4/0/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 57.849% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Cloyster?
Cloyster is most effectively run with the ability **Skill Link** (97.077%) and the item **Focus Sash** (65.222%).

### What is the most common role for Cloyster?
Based on common item usage (Focus Sash), Cloyster often functions as a **lead or glass-cannon** in the gen9nationaldex-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Cloyster?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 50 |
| Attack | 95 |
| Defense | 180 |
| Sp. Atk | 85 |
| Sp. Def | 45 |
| Speed | 70 |
| **BST** | **525** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Cloyster on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9nationaldex/Cloyster) - 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 Cloyster
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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