# Infernape - Gen 9 National Dex Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Infernape 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/Infernape)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9nationaldex/Infernape
- **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
- **Close Combat**: 60.602%
- **Flare Blitz**: 52.046%
- **Mach Punch**: 35.746%
- **Overheat**: 28.182%
- **Swords Dance**: 27.796%
- **U-turn**: 27.752%
- **Stealth Rock**: 24.608%
- **Taunt**: 24.168%
- **Endeavor**: 23.959%
- **Switcheroo**: 16.887%

## Common Abilities
- **Blaze**: 83.540%
- **Iron Fist**: 16.460%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 32.562%
- **Firium Z**: 26.021%
- **Choice Scarf**: 19.418%
- **Life Orb**: 13.863%
- **Choice Band**: 3.576%
- **Other**: 4.560%

## Common Teammates
- **Sceptile-Mega**: 43.773%
- **Zapdos**: 41.271%
- **Feraligatr**: 39.011%
- **Garchomp**: 26.729%
- **Tapu Lele**: 26.203%
- **Iron Treads**: 26.174%

## FAQ for Infernape in gen9nationaldex-1760

### What are the top moves for Infernape?
The most common moves for Infernape are Close Combat, Flare Blitz, Mach Punch, Overheat. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Infernape?
Infernape is frequently paired with Sceptile-Mega, Zapdos, Feraligatr, Garchomp. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Infernape?
The top build for Infernape features a **Jolly** nature with an EV spread of `0/252/0/0/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 38.795% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Infernape?
Infernape is most effectively run with the ability **Blaze** (83.540%) and the item **Focus Sash** (32.562%).

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

### What are the base stats for Infernape?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 76 |
| Attack | 104 |
| Defense | 71 |
| Sp. Atk | 104 |
| Sp. Def | 71 |
| Speed | 108 |
| **BST** | **534** |

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## Additional Resources

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