# Tentacruel - Gen 9 National Dex Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Tentacruel 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/Tentacruel)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9nationaldex/Tentacruel
- **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
- **Rapid Spin**: 94.104%
- **Knock Off**: 53.857%
- **Scald**: 40.791%
- **Sludge Bomb**: 36.807%
- **Flip Turn**: 36.394%
- **Giga Drain**: 26.232%
- **Acid Spray**: 25.627%
- **Surf**: 24.110%
- **Toxic Spikes**: 21.719%
- **Mirror Coat**: 15.055%

## Common Abilities
- **Liquid Ooze**: 73.471%
- **Rain Dish**: 25.080%
- **Clear Body**: 1.448%

## Common Items
- **Assault Vest**: 49.320%
- **Black Sludge**: 21.977%
- **Heavy-Duty Boots**: 19.739%
- **Leftovers**: 5.307%
- **Other**: 3.656%

## Common Teammates
- **Serperior**: 44.395%
- **Charizard-Mega-X**: 44.268%
- **Nidoking**: 30.547%
- **Tyranitar**: 29.614%
- **Gliscor**: 27.145%
- **Tangrowth**: 24.364%

## FAQ for Tentacruel in gen9nationaldex-1760

### What are the top moves for Tentacruel?
The most common moves for Tentacruel are Rapid Spin, Knock Off, Scald, Sludge Bomb. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Tentacruel?
Tentacruel is frequently paired with Serperior, Charizard-Mega-X, Nidoking, Tyranitar. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Tentacruel?
The top build for Tentacruel features a **Calm** nature with an EV spread of `252/0/0/0/236/20`. This configuration accounts for 25.507% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Tentacruel?
Tentacruel is most effectively run with the ability **Liquid Ooze** (73.471%) and the item **Assault Vest** (49.320%).

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

### What are the base stats for Tentacruel?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 80 |
| Attack | 70 |
| Defense | 65 |
| Sp. Atk | 80 |
| Sp. Def | 120 |
| Speed | 100 |
| **BST** | **515** |

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## Additional Resources

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