# Skarmory - Gen 9 National Dex Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Skarmory 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/Skarmory)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9nationaldex/Skarmory
- **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
- **Roost**: 99.627%
- **Whirlwind**: 55.538%
- **Stealth Rock**: 51.857%
- **Body Press**: 49.161%
- **Counter**: 48.567%
- **Iron Defense**: 24.981%
- **Defog**: 24.364%
- **Spikes**: 24.080%
- **Brave Bird**: 10.823%
- **Other**: 11.001%

## Common Abilities
- **Sturdy**: 99.527%
- **Weak Armor**: 0.272%
- **Keen Eye**: 0.201%

## Common Items
- **Heavy-Duty Boots**: 48.394%
- **Rocky Helmet**: 35.376%
- **Leftovers**: 14.394%
- **Other**: 1.837%

## Common Teammates
- **Clefable**: 59.686%
- **Toxapex**: 57.492%
- **Chansey**: 53.784%
- **Gliscor**: 52.627%
- **Charizard-Mega-Y**: 46.709%
- **Alomomola**: 16.859%

## FAQ for Skarmory in gen9nationaldex-1760

### What are the top moves for Skarmory?
The most common moves for Skarmory are Roost, Whirlwind, Stealth Rock, Body Press. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Skarmory?
Skarmory is frequently paired with Clefable, Toxapex, Chansey, Gliscor. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Skarmory?
The top build for Skarmory features a **Impish** nature with an EV spread of `252/0/252/0/4/0`. This configuration accounts for 54.091% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Skarmory?
Skarmory is most effectively run with the ability **Sturdy** (99.527%) and the item **Heavy-Duty Boots** (48.394%).

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

### What are the base stats for Skarmory?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 65 |
| Attack | 80 |
| Defense | 140 |
| Sp. Atk | 40 |
| Sp. Def | 70 |
| Speed | 70 |
| **BST** | **465** |

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## Additional Resources

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