# Lycanroc - VGC 2023 Series 1 Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Lycanroc in VGC 2023 Series 1. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 2023 Series 1 (`gen9vgc2023series1`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9vgc2023series1 |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1/Lycanroc)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1/Lycanroc
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 2023 Series 1 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1)

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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 Lycanroc.

## Common Moves
- **Endeavor**: 96.030%
- **Rock Slide**: 90.506%
- **Close Combat**: 87.076%
- **Endure**: 86.536%
- **Taunt**: 9.494%
- **Psychic Fangs**: 9.494%
- **Rock Tomb**: 9.494%
- **Other**: 11.371%

## Common Abilities
- **Sand Rush**: 92.795%
- **Keen Eye**: 7.205%
- **Steadfast**: 0.000%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 96.030%
- **Other**: 3.970%

## Common Teammates
- **Tyranitar**: 95.817%
- **Annihilape**: 79.044%
- **Dondozo**: 78.598%
- **Rotom-Heat**: 78.598%
- **Tatsugiri**: 78.598%
- **Houndstone**: 10.636%

## FAQ for Lycanroc in gen9vgc2023series1-1760

### What are the top moves for Lycanroc?
The most common moves for Lycanroc are Endeavor, Rock Slide, Close Combat, Endure. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Lycanroc?
Lycanroc is frequently paired with Tyranitar, Annihilape, Dondozo, Rotom-Heat. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Lycanroc?
The top build for Lycanroc features a **Adamant** nature with an EV spread of `0/252/0/0/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 82.568% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Lycanroc?
Lycanroc is most effectively run with the ability **Sand Rush** (92.795%) and the item **Focus Sash** (96.030%).

### What is the most common role for Lycanroc?
Based on common item usage (Focus Sash), Lycanroc often functions as a **lead or glass-cannon** in the gen9vgc2023series1-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Lycanroc?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 75 |
| Attack | 115 |
| Defense | 65 |
| Sp. Atk | 55 |
| Sp. Def | 65 |
| Speed | 112 |
| **BST** | **487** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Lycanroc on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1/Lycanroc) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 2023 Series 1 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen9vgc2023series1) - Build teams with Lycanroc
- [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).*