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

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

## Best Gastrodon 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/Gastrodon)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9ou/Gastrodon
- **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
- **Earth Power**: 97.969%
- **Spikes**: 75.571%
- **Surf**: 58.075%
- **Stealth Rock**: 56.845%
- **Recover**: 44.478%
- **Ice Beam**: 38.015%
- **Clear Smog**: 7.749%
- **Sludge Bomb**: 4.849%
- **Other**: 16.449%

## Common Abilities
- **Storm Drain**: 50.917%
- **Sticky Hold**: 49.063%
- **Sand Force**: 0.020%

## Common Items
- **Red Card**: 48.879%
- **Heavy-Duty Boots**: 24.451%
- **Leftovers**: 18.534%
- **Choice Specs**: 2.473%
- **Focus Sash**: 1.631%
- **Other**: 4.032%

## Common Teammates
- **Zamazenta**: 52.637%
- **Hoopa-Unbound**: 51.977%
- **Dragapult**: 51.346%
- **Slowking-Galar**: 49.049%
- **Cetitan**: 48.878%
- **Skarmory**: 22.161%

## FAQ for Gastrodon in gen9ou-1825

### What are the top moves for Gastrodon?
The most common moves for Gastrodon are Earth Power, Spikes, Surf, Stealth Rock. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Gastrodon?
Gastrodon is frequently paired with Zamazenta, Hoopa-Unbound, Dragapult, Slowking-Galar. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Gastrodon?
The top build for Gastrodon features a **Modest** nature with an EV spread of `0/0/252/252/4/0`. This configuration accounts for 48.878% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Gastrodon?
Gastrodon is most effectively run with the ability **Storm Drain** (50.917%) and the item **Red Card** (48.879%).

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

### What are the base stats for Gastrodon?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 111 |
| Attack | 83 |
| Defense | 68 |
| Sp. Atk | 92 |
| Sp. Def | 82 |
| Speed | 39 |
| **BST** | **475** |

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## Additional Resources

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

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