# Orthworm - Gen 9 OU Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Orthworm in Gen 9 OU. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 9 OU (`gen9ou`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9ou |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ou/Orthworm)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9ou/Orthworm
- **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
- **Shed Tail**: 42.446%
- **Stealth Rock**: 29.805%
- **Body Press**: 28.212%
- **Spikes**: 14.132%
- **Iron Defense**: 8.530%
- **Earthquake**: 6.963%
- **Iron Head**: 6.295%
- **Heavy Slam**: 6.269%
- **Coil**: 6.192%
- **Protect**: 3.751%

## Common Abilities

## Common Items

## Common Teammates
- **Clodsire**: 19.116%
- **Palafin-Hero**: 15.493%
- **Flutter Mane**: 12.641%
- **Espathra**: 12.436%
- **Skeledirge**: 11.228%
- **Maushold-Four**: 10.380%

## FAQ for Orthworm in gen9ou-1825

### What are the top moves for Orthworm?
The most common moves for Orthworm are Shed Tail, Stealth Rock, Body Press, Spikes. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Orthworm?
Orthworm is frequently paired with Clodsire, Palafin-Hero, Flutter Mane, Espathra. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### Which Tera Types are best for Orthworm?
The most common Tera Types for Orthworm are ghost, electric. Specifically, Tera ghost is used in 1.901% of builds.

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

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

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

### What are the base stats for Orthworm?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 70 |
| Attack | 85 |
| Defense | 145 |
| Sp. Atk | 60 |
| Sp. Def | 55 |
| Speed | 65 |
| **BST** | **480** |

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## Additional Resources

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