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

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

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

## Common Moves
- **Bullet Punch**: 64.547%
- **Meteor Mash**: 49.807%
- **Heavy Slam**: 47.636%
- **Psychic Fangs**: 47.236%
- **Earthquake**: 41.850%
- **Hammer Arm**: 31.299%
- **Stealth Rock**: 25.987%
- **Explosion**: 25.747%
- **Knock Off**: 23.304%
- **Thunder Punch**: 17.021%

## Common Abilities
- **Clear Body**: 99.976%
- **Light Metal**: 0.024%

## Common Items
- **Choice Band**: 51.784%
- **Custap Berry**: 24.548%
- **Weakness Policy**: 7.970%
- **Assault Vest**: 7.541%
- **Leftovers**: 3.280%
- **Other**: 4.877%

## Common Teammates
- **Zapdos**: 47.179%
- **Primarina**: 36.151%
- **Great Tusk**: 34.531%
- **Darkrai**: 34.435%
- **Heatran**: 31.393%
- **Corviknight**: 31.116%

## FAQ for Metagross in gen9ou-1825

### What are the top moves for Metagross?
The most common moves for Metagross are Bullet Punch, Meteor Mash, Heavy Slam, Psychic Fangs. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Metagross?
Metagross is frequently paired with Zapdos, Primarina, Great Tusk, Darkrai. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Metagross?
The top build for Metagross features a **Adamant** nature with an EV spread of `156/252/0/0/0/100`. This configuration accounts for 44.179% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Metagross?
Metagross is most effectively run with the ability **Clear Body** (99.976%) and the item **Choice Band** (51.784%).

### What is the most common role for Metagross?
Based on common item usage (Choice Band), Metagross often functions as a **choice-locked attacker** in the gen9ou-1825 meta.

### What are the base stats for Metagross?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 80 |
| Attack | 135 |
| Defense | 130 |
| Sp. Atk | 95 |
| Sp. Def | 90 |
| Speed | 70 |
| **BST** | **600** |

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## Additional Resources

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

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