# Skarmory - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in Gen 2 OverUsed

> Find the best Skarmory builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in Gen 2 OverUsed. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Skarmory Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 2 OverUsed (`gsc`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Gold, Silver, Crystal |
| **Category** | Virtual Console |
| **Usage** | 20% |
| **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/gsc/Skarmory)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gsc/Skarmory
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 2 OverUsed Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gsc)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gsc](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gsc)

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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 Skarmory.

## Common Moves
- **Rest**: 99.287%
- **Drill Peck**: 81.183%
- **Whirlwind**: 74.193%
- **Curse**: 58.807%
- **Toxic**: 55.729%
- **Sleep Talk**: 23.018%
- **Other**: 7.784%

## Common Abilities
- **No Ability**: 100.000%

## Common Items
- **Leftovers**: 99.190%
- **Other**: 0.810%

## Common Teammates
- **Snorlax**: 96.446%
- **Forretress**: 50.752%
- **Raikou**: 48.751%
- **Cloyster**: 41.104%
- **Blissey**: 33.417%
- **Starmie**: 32.926%

## FAQ for Skarmory in gsc-1760

### What are the top moves for Skarmory?
The most common moves for Skarmory are Rest, Drill Peck, Whirlwind, Curse. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Skarmory?
Skarmory is frequently paired with Snorlax, Forretress, Raikou, Cloyster. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Skarmory?
The top build for Skarmory features a **Hardy** nature with an EV spread of `252/252/252/252/252/252`. This configuration accounts for 99.397% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Skarmory?
Skarmory is most effectively run with the ability **No Ability** (100.000%) and the item **Leftovers** (99.190%).

### What is the most common role for Skarmory?
Based on common item usage (Leftovers), Skarmory often functions as a **bulky attacker or support** in the gsc-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Skarmory?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 65 |
| Attack | 80 |
| Defense | 140 |
| Sp. Atk | 40 |
| Sp. Def | 70 |
| Speed | 70 |
| **BST** | **465** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Skarmory on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gsc/Skarmory) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 2 OverUsed Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gsc) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gsc) - Build teams with Skarmory
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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