# Smeargle - Gen 9 National Dex Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Smeargle 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** | 2026-03 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9nationaldex/Smeargle)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9nationaldex/Smeargle
- **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
- **Sticky Web**: 86.368%
- **Spore**: 77.264%
- **Court Change**: 46.045%
- **Gravity**: 44.265%
- **Stone Axe**: 17.009%
- **Nuzzle**: 15.810%
- **Ceaseless Edge**: 15.336%
- **Burning Bulwark**: 11.259%
- **Stealth Rock**: 8.546%
- **Power Trip**: 8.518%

## Common Abilities
- **Own Tempo**: 79.497%
- **Technician**: 20.503%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 92.482%
- **Leftovers**: 4.146%
- **Other**: 3.372%

## Common Teammates
- **Kingambit**: 49.801%
- **Cinderace**: 47.891%
- **Malamar**: 44.552%
- **Falinks**: 44.264%
- **Articuno-Galar**: 23.559%
- **Enamorus**: 22.087%

## FAQ for Smeargle in gen9nationaldex-1760

### What are the top moves for Smeargle?
The most common moves for Smeargle are Sticky Web, Spore, Court Change, Gravity. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Smeargle?
Smeargle is frequently paired with Kingambit, Cinderace, Malamar, Falinks. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Smeargle?
The top build for Smeargle features a **Jolly** nature with an EV spread of `252/0/4/0/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 27.462% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Smeargle?
Smeargle is most effectively run with the ability **Own Tempo** (79.497%) and the item **Focus Sash** (92.482%).

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

### What are the base stats for Smeargle?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 55 |
| Attack | 20 |
| Defense | 35 |
| Sp. Atk | 20 |
| Sp. Def | 45 |
| Speed | 75 |
| **BST** | **250** |

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## Additional Resources

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