# Tentacruel - Gen 9 OU Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Tentacruel 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/Tentacruel)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9ou/Tentacruel
- **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
- **Rapid Spin**: 99.516%
- **Sludge Bomb**: 86.409%
- **Surf**: 52.105%
- **Knock Off**: 44.850%
- **Flip Turn**: 41.474%
- **Mirror Coat**: 31.094%
- **Toxic Spikes**: 17.022%
- **Toxic**: 6.110%
- **Hydro Pump**: 5.725%
- **Other**: 15.696%

## Common Abilities
- **Liquid Ooze**: 55.959%
- **Rain Dish**: 32.543%
- **Clear Body**: 11.497%

## Common Items
- **Heavy-Duty Boots**: 47.611%
- **Leftovers**: 37.557%
- **Assault Vest**: 9.950%
- **Other**: 4.882%

## Common Teammates
- **Darkrai**: 47.867%
- **Gliscor**: 34.368%
- **Corviknight**: 34.279%
- **Sinistcha**: 33.893%
- **Heatran**: 33.218%
- **Pelipper**: 32.105%

## FAQ for Tentacruel in gen9ou-1825

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

### What are the best teammates for Tentacruel?
Tentacruel is frequently paired with Darkrai, Gliscor, Corviknight, Sinistcha. 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 **Timid** nature with an EV spread of `0/0/0/252/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 45.222% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Tentacruel?
Tentacruel is most effectively run with the ability **Liquid Ooze** (55.959%) and the item **Heavy-Duty Boots** (47.611%).

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