# Houndstone - VGC 2026 Regulation Set I Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Houndstone in VGC 2026 Regulation Set I. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 2026 Regulation Set I (`gen9vgc2026regi`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9vgc2026regi |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regi/Houndstone)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regi/Houndstone
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 2026 Regulation Set I Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regi)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regi](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regi)

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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 Houndstone.

## Common Moves
- **Last Respects**: 98.955%
- **Shadow Sneak**: 60.923%
- **Protect**: 59.769%
- **Play Rough**: 45.189%
- **Will-O-Wisp**: 34.336%
- **Disable**: 32.368%
- **Stomping Tantrum**: 25.172%
- **Destiny Bond**: 7.940%
- **Body Press**: 6.399%
- **Tera Blast**: 6.319%

## Common Abilities
- **Sand Rush**: 53.774%
- **Fluffy**: 46.226%

## Common Items
- **Clear Amulet**: 27.604%
- **Assault Vest**: 27.216%
- **Lum Berry**: 17.843%
- **Focus Sash**: 9.557%
- **Life Orb**: 8.944%
- **Rocky Helmet**: 5.741%
- **Other**: 3.096%

## Common Teammates
- **Tyranitar**: 53.983%
- **Rabsca**: 43.653%
- **Calyrex-Shadow**: 42.362%
- **Zamazenta-Crowned**: 35.634%
- **Garganacl**: 29.563%
- **Zacian-Crowned**: 28.550%

## FAQ for Houndstone in gen9vgc2026regi-1760

### What are the top moves for Houndstone?
The most common moves for Houndstone are Last Respects, Shadow Sneak, Protect, Play Rough. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Houndstone?
Houndstone is frequently paired with Tyranitar, Rabsca, Calyrex-Shadow, Zamazenta-Crowned. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Houndstone?
The top build for Houndstone features a **Adamant** nature with an EV spread of `172/148/0/0/0/188`. This configuration accounts for 27.567% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Houndstone?
Houndstone is most effectively run with the ability **Sand Rush** (53.774%) and the item **Clear Amulet** (27.604%).

### What is the most common role for Houndstone?
Based on common item usage (Clear Amulet), Houndstone often functions as a **tactical** in the gen9vgc2026regi-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Houndstone?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 72 |
| Attack | 101 |
| Defense | 100 |
| Sp. Atk | 50 |
| Sp. Def | 97 |
| Speed | 68 |
| **BST** | **488** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Houndstone on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regi/Houndstone) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 2026 Regulation Set I Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regi) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen9vgc2026regi) - Build teams with Houndstone
- [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).*