# Hydrapple - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in VGC 2026 Regulation Set F

> Find the best Hydrapple builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in VGC 2026 Regulation Set F. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Hydrapple Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 2026 Regulation Set F (`gen9vgc2026regf`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9vgc2026regf |
| **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/gen9vgc2026regf/Hydrapple)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regf/Hydrapple
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 2026 Regulation Set F Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regf)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regf](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regf)

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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 Hydrapple.

## Common Moves
- **Fickle Beam**: 53.546%
- **Giga Drain**: 50.635%
- **Pollen Puff**: 48.747%
- **Protect**: 48.247%
- **Tera Blast**: 32.062%
- **Nasty Plot**: 31.633%
- **Draco Meteor**: 30.053%
- **Leaf Storm**: 30.040%
- **Earth Power**: 19.632%
- **Solar Beam**: 19.008%

## Common Abilities
- **Regenerator**: 97.832%
- **Supersweet Syrup**: 2.168%

## Common Items
- **Assault Vest**: 51.543%
- **Life Orb**: 30.106%
- **Leftovers**: 16.416%
- **Other**: 1.935%

## Common Teammates
- **Incineroar**: 49.186%
- **Dragonite**: 48.899%
- **Grimmsnarl**: 32.486%
- **Porygon-Z**: 32.062%
- **Politoed**: 32.062%
- **Garganacl**: 29.901%

## FAQ for Hydrapple in gen9vgc2026regf-1760

### What are the top moves for Hydrapple?
The most common moves for Hydrapple are Fickle Beam, Giga Drain, Pollen Puff, Protect. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Hydrapple?
Hydrapple is frequently paired with Incineroar, Dragonite, Grimmsnarl, Porygon-Z. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Hydrapple?
The top build for Hydrapple features a **Quiet** nature with an EV spread of `132/0/92/120/156/0`. This configuration accounts for 32.062% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Hydrapple?
Hydrapple is most effectively run with the ability **Regenerator** (97.832%) and the item **Assault Vest** (51.543%).

### What is the most common role for Hydrapple?
Based on common item usage (Assault Vest), Hydrapple often functions as a **tactical** in the gen9vgc2026regf-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Hydrapple?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 106 |
| Attack | 80 |
| Defense | 110 |
| Sp. Atk | 120 |
| Sp. Def | 80 |
| Speed | 44 |
| **BST** | **540** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Hydrapple on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regf/Hydrapple) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 2026 Regulation Set F Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regf) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen9vgc2026regf) - Build teams with Hydrapple
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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