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

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

## Best Quaquaval 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/Quaquaval)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9ou/Quaquaval
- **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 Quaquaval.

## Common Moves
- **Close Combat**: 59.304%
- **Aqua Step**: 59.232%
- **Roost**: 50.104%
- **Knock Off**: 45.266%
- **Encore**: 39.180%
- **Low Kick**: 39.095%
- **Aqua Jet**: 34.221%
- **Wave Crash**: 31.834%
- **Swords Dance**: 14.684%
- **Rapid Spin**: 10.204%

## Common Abilities
- **Moxie**: 99.022%
- **Torrent**: 0.978%

## Common Items
- **Heavy-Duty Boots**: 42.341%
- **Mystic Water**: 30.011%
- **Life Orb**: 11.340%
- **Assault Vest**: 6.248%
- **Choice Band**: 4.480%
- **Lum Berry**: 1.922%
- **Other**: 3.657%

## Common Teammates
- **Pelipper**: 42.144%
- **Dragonite**: 41.436%
- **Gliscor**: 40.263%
- **Volcarona**: 40.164%
- **Mismagius**: 38.341%
- **Kingdra**: 33.151%

## FAQ for Quaquaval in gen9ou-1825

### What are the top moves for Quaquaval?
The most common moves for Quaquaval are Close Combat, Aqua Step, Roost, Knock Off. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Quaquaval?
Quaquaval is frequently paired with Pelipper, Dragonite, Gliscor, Volcarona. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Quaquaval?
The top build for Quaquaval features a **Impish** nature with an EV spread of `252/0/252/0/4/0`. This configuration accounts for 38.656% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Quaquaval?
Quaquaval is most effectively run with the ability **Moxie** (99.022%) and the item **Heavy-Duty Boots** (42.341%).

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

### What are the base stats for Quaquaval?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 85 |
| Attack | 120 |
| Defense | 80 |
| Sp. Atk | 85 |
| Sp. Def | 75 |
| Speed | 85 |
| **BST** | **530** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Quaquaval on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ou/Quaquaval) - 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 Quaquaval
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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