# Cacturne - VGC 2026 Regulation Set I Usage Statistics

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

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 2026 Regulation Set I (`homebsd`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | homebsd |
| **Data Date** | 2026-03 |

## Page Links

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

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## Common Moves
- **Spiky Shield**: 100.0%
- **Toxic Spikes**: 100.0%
- **Sucker Punch**: 100.0%
- **Leaf Storm**: 100.0%

## Common Abilities
- **Water Absorb**: 100.0%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 100.0%

## Common Teammates
- **Raichu**: undefined%
- **Hariyama**: undefined%
- **Lunala**: undefined%
- **Incineroar**: undefined%
- **Rayquaza**: undefined%

## FAQ for Cacturne in homebsd-1760

### What are the top moves for Cacturne?
The most common moves for Cacturne are Spiky Shield, Toxic Spikes, Sucker Punch, Leaf Storm. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Cacturne?
Cacturne is frequently paired with Raichu, Hariyama, Lunala, Incineroar. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Cacturne?
The most common nature for Cacturne is **Brave**.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Cacturne?
Cacturne is most effectively run with the ability **Water Absorb** (100.0%) and the item **Focus Sash** (100.0%).

### What is the most common role for Cacturne?
Based on common item usage (Focus Sash), Cacturne often functions as a **lead or glass-cannon** in the homebsd-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Cacturne?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 70 |
| Attack | 115 |
| Defense | 60 |
| Sp. Atk | 115 |
| Sp. Def | 60 |
| Speed | 55 |
| **BST** | **475** |

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## Additional Resources

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

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