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

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

## Best Donphan Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 9 OU (`gen9ou`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9ou |
| **Usage** | 0.01% |
| **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/Donphan)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9ou/Donphan
- **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
- **Earthquake**: 41.841%
- **Stealth Rock**: 29.707%
- **Ice Shard**: 29.289%
- **Rapid Spin**: 27.615%
- **Knock Off**: 18.410%
- **Endeavor**: 3.347%
- **Body Press**: 3.347%
- **Ice Spinner**: 2.929%
- **Head Smash**: 1.674%
- **Counter**: 1.674%

## Common Abilities

## Common Items

## Common Teammates
- **Kilowattrel**: 11.297%
- **Skeledirge**: 11.297%
- **Iron Moth**: 10.879%
- **Dragonite**: 10.460%
- **Volcarona**: 10.042%
- **Iron Treads**: 10.042%

## FAQ for Donphan in gen9ou-1825

### What are the top moves for Donphan?
The most common moves for Donphan are Earthquake, Stealth Rock, Ice Shard, Rapid Spin. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Donphan?
Donphan is frequently paired with Kilowattrel, Skeledirge, Iron Moth, Dragonite. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### Which Tera Types are best for Donphan?
The most common Tera Types for Donphan are ground, ice. Specifically, Tera ground is used in 2.929% of builds.

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Donphan?
No EV spread or nature data available.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Donphan?
Donphan is most effectively run with an unspecified ability and no data for items.

### What is the most common role for Donphan?
Cannot determine role without item data.

### What are the base stats for Donphan?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 90 |
| Attack | 120 |
| Defense | 120 |
| Sp. Atk | 60 |
| Sp. Def | 60 |
| Speed | 50 |
| **BST** | **500** |

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## Additional Resources

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

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