# Heracross - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in VGC 2024 Regulation Set H

> Find the best Heracross builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in VGC 2024 Regulation Set H. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Heracross Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 2024 Regulation Set H (`gen9vgc2024regh`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9vgc2024regh |
| **Usage** | N/A |
| **Win Rate** | N/A |
| **Record** | N/A |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2024regh/Heracross)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2024regh/Heracross
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 2024 Regulation Set H Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2024regh)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2024regh](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2024regh)

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## Common Moves
- **Protect**: 97.263%
- **Close Combat**: 96.373%
- **Rock Blast**: 81.278%
- **Pin Missile**: 64.491%
- **Lunge**: 16.992%
- **Megahorn**: 14.686%
- **Upper Hand**: 7.902%
- **Knock Off**: 4.083%
- **Other**: 16.931%

## Common Abilities
- **Moxie**: 66.426%
- **Guts**: 33.461%
- **Swarm**: 0.113%

## Common Items
- **Loaded Dice**: 64.481%
- **Flame Orb**: 33.194%
- **Other**: 2.325%

## Common Teammates
- **Rillaboom**: 65.565%
- **Sneasler**: 64.599%
- **Electabuzz**: 63.288%
- **Primarina**: 62.786%
- **Kommo-o**: 62.594%
- **Vivillon**: 15.268%

## FAQ for Heracross in gen9vgc2024regh-1760

### What are the top moves for Heracross?
The most common moves for Heracross are Protect, Close Combat, Rock Blast, Pin Missile. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Heracross?
Heracross is frequently paired with Rillaboom, Sneasler, Electabuzz, Primarina. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Heracross?
The top build for Heracross features a **Jolly** nature with an EV spread of `4/236/44/0/4/220`. This configuration accounts for 62.664% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Heracross?
Heracross is most effectively run with the ability **Moxie** (66.426%) and the item **Loaded Dice** (64.481%).

### What is the most common role for Heracross?
Based on common item usage (Loaded Dice), Heracross often functions as a **tactical** in the gen9vgc2024regh-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Heracross?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 80 |
| Attack | 125 |
| Defense | 75 |
| Sp. Atk | 40 |
| Sp. Def | 95 |
| Speed | 85 |
| **BST** | **500** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Heracross on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2024regh/Heracross) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 2024 Regulation Set H Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2024regh) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen9vgc2024regh) - Build teams with Heracross
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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