# Torkoal - Gen 9 OU Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Torkoal 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/Torkoal)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9ou/Torkoal
- **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
- **Stealth Rock**: 88.431%
- **Rapid Spin**: 73.234%
- **Will-O-Wisp**: 46.566%
- **Earth Power**: 31.537%
- **Lava Plume**: 27.444%
- **Flamethrower**: 25.164%
- **Overheat**: 23.314%
- **Body Press**: 16.078%
- **Earthquake**: 15.217%
- **Burning Jealousy**: 13.053%

## Common Abilities
- **Drought**: 99.952%
- **White Smoke**: 0.043%
- **Shell Armor**: 0.005%

## Common Items
- **Heat Rock**: 90.295%
- **Choice Specs**: 6.485%
- **Other**: 3.220%

## Common Teammates
- **Walking Wake**: 79.109%
- **Great Tusk**: 63.184%
- **Raging Bolt**: 46.371%
- **Hatterene**: 44.474%
- **Ceruledge**: 23.194%
- **Slither Wing**: 20.284%

## FAQ for Torkoal in gen9ou-1825

### What are the top moves for Torkoal?
The most common moves for Torkoal are Stealth Rock, Rapid Spin, Will-O-Wisp, Earth Power. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Torkoal?
Torkoal is frequently paired with Walking Wake, Great Tusk, Raging Bolt, Hatterene. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Torkoal?
The top build for Torkoal features a **Bold** nature with an EV spread of `248/0/252/0/8/0`. This configuration accounts for 21.449% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Torkoal?
Torkoal is most effectively run with the ability **Drought** (99.952%) and the item **Heat Rock** (90.295%).

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

### What are the base stats for Torkoal?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 70 |
| Attack | 85 |
| Defense | 140 |
| Sp. Atk | 85 |
| Sp. Def | 70 |
| Speed | 20 |
| **BST** | **470** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Torkoal on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ou/Torkoal) - 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 Torkoal
- [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).*