# Heracross-Mega - Gen 9 National Dex Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Heracross-Mega 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** | 2026-02 |

## Page Links

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

## Common Moves
- **Close Combat**: 99.435%
- **Rock Blast**: 97.643%
- **Swords Dance**: 65.919%
- **Substitute**: 43.090%
- **Pin Missile**: 37.221%
- **Earthquake**: 26.079%
- **Bullet Seed**: 14.876%
- **Other**: 15.737%

## Common Abilities
- **Skill Link**: 100.000%

## Common Items
- **Heracronite**: 100.000%

## Common Teammates
- **Alomomola**: 53.930%
- **Iron Treads**: 39.851%
- **Zapdos**: 30.445%
- **Moltres**: 22.656%
- **Gholdengo**: 21.859%
- **Iron Valiant**: 21.136%

## FAQ for Heracross-Mega in gen9nationaldex-1760

### What are the top moves for Heracross-Mega?
The most common moves for Heracross-Mega are Close Combat, Rock Blast, Swords Dance, Substitute. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Heracross-Mega?
Heracross-Mega is frequently paired with Alomomola, Iron Treads, Zapdos, Moltres. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Heracross-Mega?
The top build for Heracross-Mega features a **Adamant** nature with an EV spread of `0/252/0/0/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 43.375% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Heracross-Mega?
Heracross-Mega is most effectively run with the ability **Skill Link** (100.000%) and the item **Heracronite** (100.000%).

### What is the most common role for Heracross-Mega?
Based on common item usage (Heracronite), Heracross-Mega often functions as a **tactical** in the gen9nationaldex-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Heracross-Mega?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 80 |
| Attack | 185 |
| Defense | 115 |
| Sp. Atk | 40 |
| Sp. Def | 105 |
| Speed | 75 |
| **BST** | **600** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Heracross-Mega on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9nationaldex/Heracross-Mega) - 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 Heracross-Mega
- [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).*