# Zapdos - Gen 9 Ubers Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Zapdos in Gen 9 Ubers. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 9 Ubers (`gen9ubers`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9ubers |
| **Data Date** | 2026-02 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ubers/Zapdos)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9ubers/Zapdos
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 9 Ubers Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ubers)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen9ubers](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9ubers)

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## Common Moves
- **Roost**: 82.672%
- **Volt Switch**: 80.294%
- **Heat Wave**: 54.423%
- **Thunder Wave**: 44.454%
- **Hurricane**: 39.022%
- **Discharge**: 19.153%
- **Thunderbolt**: 18.893%
- **Thunder**: 17.728%
- **U-turn**: 17.405%
- **Weather Ball**: 7.431%

## Common Abilities
- **Static**: 83.798%
- **Pressure**: 16.202%

## Common Items
- **Heavy-Duty Boots**: 46.213%
- **Life Orb**: 27.206%
- **Leftovers**: 15.544%
- **Rocky Helmet**: 3.154%
- **Choice Scarf**: 2.954%
- **Other**: 4.930%

## Common Teammates
- **Kyogre**: 57.347%
- **Ogerpon-Wellspring**: 37.802%
- **Zacian-Crowned**: 35.260%
- **Iron Moth**: 24.077%
- **Archaludon**: 14.591%
- **Pelipper**: 14.349%

## FAQ for Zapdos in gen9ubers-1760

### What are the top moves for Zapdos?
The most common moves for Zapdos are Roost, Volt Switch, Heat Wave, Thunder Wave. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Zapdos?
Zapdos is frequently paired with Kyogre, Ogerpon-Wellspring, Zacian-Crowned, Iron Moth. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Zapdos?
The top build for Zapdos features a **Timid** nature with an EV spread of `0/0/0/252/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 26.772% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Zapdos?
Zapdos is most effectively run with the ability **Static** (83.798%) and the item **Heavy-Duty Boots** (46.213%).

### What is the most common role for Zapdos?
Based on common item usage (Heavy-Duty Boots), Zapdos often functions as a **tactical** in the gen9ubers-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Zapdos?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 90 |
| Attack | 90 |
| Defense | 85 |
| Sp. Atk | 125 |
| Sp. Def | 90 |
| Speed | 100 |
| **BST** | **580** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Zapdos on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ubers/Zapdos) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 9 Ubers Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ubers) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen9ubers) - Build teams with Zapdos
- [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).*