# Smeargle - Gen 9 OU Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Smeargle in Gen 9 OU. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 9 OU (`gen9ou`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9ou |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ou/Smeargle)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9ou/Smeargle
- **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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## Common Moves
- **Sticky Web**: 67.322%
- **Burning Bulwark**: 64.498%
- **Court Change**: 59.620%
- **Icy Wind**: 48.734%
- **Population Bomb**: 29.570%
- **Power Trip**: 29.278%
- **No Retreat**: 29.113%
- **Jaw Lock**: 29.112%
- **Memento**: 10.107%
- **Stone Axe**: 5.962%

## Common Abilities
- **Technician**: 81.683%
- **Own Tempo**: 18.317%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 69.486%
- **Wide Lens**: 29.423%
- **Other**: 1.091%

## Common Teammates
- **Gholdengo**: 86.330%
- **Kingambit**: 53.036%
- **Ceruledge**: 49.608%
- **Manaphy**: 49.062%
- **Enamorus**: 48.311%
- **Deoxys-Speed**: 31.456%

## FAQ for Smeargle in gen9ou-1825

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

### What are the best teammates for Smeargle?
Smeargle is frequently paired with Gholdengo, Kingambit, Ceruledge, Manaphy. 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 **Timid** nature with an EV spread of `4/0/0/252/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 48.734% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Smeargle?
Smeargle is most effectively run with the ability **Technician** (81.683%) and the item **Focus Sash** (69.486%).

### 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 gen9ou-1825 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/gen9ou/Smeargle) - 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 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).*