# Infernape - VGC 2026 Regulation Set I Usage Statistics

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

## Quick Info

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

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/homebsd/Infernape)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/homebsd/Infernape
- **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
- **Close Combat**: 100.0%
- **Flare Blitz**: 100.0%
- **Drain Punch**: 100.0%
- **Mach Punch**: 100.0%

## Common Abilities
- **Iron Fist**: 100.0%

## Common Items
- **Punching Glove**: 100.0%

## Common Teammates
- **Lunala**: undefined%
- **Latios**: undefined%
- **Suicune**: undefined%
- **Noivern**: undefined%
- **Dialga**: undefined%

## FAQ for Infernape in homebsd-1760

### What are the top moves for Infernape?
The most common moves for Infernape are Close Combat, Flare Blitz, Drain Punch, Mach Punch. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Infernape?
Infernape is frequently paired with Lunala, Latios, Suicune, Noivern. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

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

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Infernape?
Infernape is most effectively run with the ability **Iron Fist** (100.0%) and the item **Punching Glove** (100.0%).

### What is the most common role for Infernape?
Based on common item usage (Punching Glove), Infernape often functions as a **tactical** in the homebsd-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Infernape?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 76 |
| Attack | 104 |
| Defense | 71 |
| Sp. Atk | 104 |
| Sp. Def | 71 |
| Speed | 108 |
| **BST** | **534** |

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## Additional Resources

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

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