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

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

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

## Common Moves
- **Moonblast**: 81.406%
- **Growth**: 61.663%
- **Shadow Ball**: 59.059%
- **Giga Drain**: 50.670%
- **Encore**: 33.084%
- **U-turn**: 26.418%
- **Tailwind**: 21.552%
- **Switcheroo**: 14.751%
- **Solar Beam**: 12.306%
- **Memento**: 6.968%

## Common Abilities
- **Chlorophyll**: 61.706%
- **Prankster**: 38.034%
- **Infiltrator**: 0.261%

## Common Items
- **Life Orb**: 59.229%
- **Lagging Tail**: 15.293%
- **Leftovers**: 7.177%
- **Heavy-Duty Boots**: 6.062%
- **Rocky Helmet**: 4.960%
- **Focus Sash**: 4.184%
- **Other**: 3.094%

## Common Teammates
- **Great Tusk**: 63.058%
- **Walking Wake**: 59.234%
- **Ninetales**: 59.199%
- **Iron Moth**: 36.348%
- **Comfey**: 28.291%
- **Raging Bolt**: 23.333%

## FAQ for Whimsicott in gen9ou-1825

### What are the top moves for Whimsicott?
The most common moves for Whimsicott are Moonblast, Growth, Shadow Ball, Giga Drain. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Whimsicott?
Whimsicott is frequently paired with Great Tusk, Walking Wake, Ninetales, Iron Moth. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Whimsicott?
The top build for Whimsicott features a **Modest** nature with an EV spread of `176/0/0/252/0/80`. This configuration accounts for 16.231% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Whimsicott?
Whimsicott is most effectively run with the ability **Chlorophyll** (61.706%) and the item **Life Orb** (59.229%).

### What is the most common role for Whimsicott?
Based on common item usage (Life Orb), Whimsicott often functions as a **offensive attacker** in the gen9ou-1825 meta.

### What are the base stats for Whimsicott?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 60 |
| Attack | 67 |
| Defense | 85 |
| Sp. Atk | 77 |
| Sp. Def | 75 |
| Speed | 116 |
| **BST** | **480** |

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## Additional Resources

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

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