# Espeon - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in Gen 9 OU

> Find the best Espeon builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in Gen 9 OU. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Espeon Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 9 OU (`gen9ou`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9ou |
| **Usage** | N/A |
| **Win Rate** | N/A |
| **Record** | N/A |
| **Data Date** | 2026-05 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ou/Espeon)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9ou/Espeon
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 9 OU Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ou)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen9ou](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9ou)

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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 Espeon.

## Common Moves
- **Psychic Noise**: 52.543%
- **Alluring Voice**: 51.831%
- **Trick**: 47.706%
- **Shadow Ball**: 47.221%
- **Psychic**: 42.761%
- **Morning Sun**: 34.319%
- **Wish**: 34.111%
- **Copycat**: 33.145%
- **Reflect**: 6.842%
- **Light Screen**: 6.842%

## Common Abilities
- **Magic Bounce**: 99.787%
- **Synchronize**: 0.213%

## Common Items
- **Rocky Helmet**: 32.996%
- **Choice Scarf**: 31.757%
- **Choice Specs**: 19.778%
- **Light Clay**: 6.834%
- **Life Orb**: 2.639%
- **Focus Sash**: 1.734%
- **Other**: 4.263%

## Common Teammates
- **Zapdos-Galar**: 31.025%
- **Primarina**: 26.718%
- **Scizor**: 24.773%
- **Ribombee**: 19.120%
- **Great Tusk**: 18.806%
- **Iron Treads**: 18.668%

## FAQ for Espeon in gen9ou-1825

### What are the top moves for Espeon?
The most common moves for Espeon are Psychic Noise, Alluring Voice, Trick, Shadow Ball. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Espeon?
Espeon is frequently paired with Zapdos-Galar, Primarina, Scizor, Ribombee. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Espeon?
The top build for Espeon features a **Timid** nature with an EV spread of `0/0/0/252/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 53.807% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Espeon?
Espeon is most effectively run with the ability **Magic Bounce** (99.787%) and the item **Rocky Helmet** (32.996%).

### What is the most common role for Espeon?
Based on common item usage (Rocky Helmet), Espeon often functions as a **tactical** in the gen9ou-1825 meta.

### What are the base stats for Espeon?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 65 |
| Attack | 65 |
| Defense | 60 |
| Sp. Atk | 130 |
| Sp. Def | 95 |
| Speed | 110 |
| **BST** | **525** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Espeon on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ou/Espeon) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 9 OU Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ou) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen9ou) - Build teams with Espeon
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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