# Tornadus - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in VGC 2026 Regulation Set I

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

## Best Tornadus Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 2026 Regulation Set I (`gen9vgc2026regi`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9vgc2026regi |
| **Usage** | 10% |
| **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/gen9vgc2026regi/Tornadus)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regi/Tornadus
- **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 Tornadus.

## Common Moves
- **Tailwind**: 99.917%
- **Bleakwind Storm**: 96.341%
- **Taunt**: 74.558%
- **Protect**: 49.913%
- **Rain Dance**: 46.190%
- **Sunny Day**: 9.905%
- **Icy Wind**: 5.971%
- **Other**: 17.206%

## Common Abilities
- **Prankster**: 99.983%
- **Defiant**: 0.017%

## Common Items
- **Covert Cloak**: 46.678%
- **Focus Sash**: 23.866%
- **Sharp Beak**: 16.142%
- **Sky Plate**: 6.107%
- **Mental Herb**: 3.483%
- **Other**: 3.725%

## Common Teammates
- **Calyrex-Shadow**: 41.002%
- **Kyogre**: 40.511%
- **Urshifu-Rapid-Strike**: 36.755%
- **Rillaboom**: 36.026%
- **Zamazenta-Crowned**: 34.659%
- **Incineroar**: 27.090%

## FAQ for Tornadus in gen9vgc2026regi-1760

### What are the top moves for Tornadus?
The most common moves for Tornadus are Tailwind, Bleakwind Storm, Taunt, Protect. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Tornadus?
Tornadus is frequently paired with Calyrex-Shadow, Kyogre, Urshifu-Rapid-Strike, Rillaboom. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Tornadus?
The top build for Tornadus features a **Timid** nature with an EV spread of `4/0/0/252/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 16.984% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Tornadus?
Tornadus is most effectively run with the ability **Prankster** (99.983%) and the item **Covert Cloak** (46.678%).

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

### What are the base stats for Tornadus?
| 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 Tornadus on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regi/Tornadus) - 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 Tornadus
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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