# Thundurus - VGC 2026 Regulation Set F Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Thundurus in VGC 2026 Regulation Set F. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 2026 Regulation Set F (`gen9vgc2026regf`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9vgc2026regf |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regf/Thundurus)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regf/Thundurus
- **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 Thundurus.

## Common Moves
- **Thunder Wave**: 82.868%
- **Wildbolt Storm**: 81.527%
- **Eerie Impulse**: 69.188%
- **Rain Dance**: 58.590%
- **Taunt**: 41.340%
- **Grass Knot**: 11.363%
- **Substitute**: 11.363%
- **Leer**: 10.553%
- **Electric Terrain**: 9.470%
- **Protect**: 5.683%

## Common Abilities
- **Prankster**: 94.554%
- **Defiant**: 5.446%

## Common Items
- **Safety Goggles**: 48.878%
- **Leftovers**: 11.449%
- **Covert Cloak**: 10.861%
- **Sitrus Berry**: 10.555%
- **Mental Herb**: 9.470%
- **Life Orb**: 5.448%
- **Other**: 3.340%

## Common Teammates
- **Archaludon**: 69.723%
- **Urshifu-Rapid-Strike**: 68.824%
- **Amoonguss**: 59.474%
- **Pelipper**: 58.347%
- **Flutter Mane**: 52.773%
- **Tornadus**: 16.894%

## FAQ for Thundurus in gen9vgc2026regf-1760

### What are the top moves for Thundurus?
The most common moves for Thundurus are Thunder Wave, Wildbolt Storm, Eerie Impulse, Rain Dance. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Thundurus?
Thundurus is frequently paired with Archaludon, Urshifu-Rapid-Strike, Amoonguss, Pelipper. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Thundurus?
The top build for Thundurus features a **Modest** nature with an EV spread of `252/0/68/36/4/148`. This configuration accounts for 46.874% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Thundurus?
Thundurus is most effectively run with the ability **Prankster** (94.554%) and the item **Safety Goggles** (48.878%).

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

### What are the base stats for Thundurus?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 79 |
| Attack | 115 |
| Defense | 70 |
| Sp. Atk | 125 |
| Sp. Def | 80 |
| Speed | 111 |
| **BST** | **580** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Thundurus on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regf/Thundurus) - 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 Thundurus
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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