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

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

## Best Iron Boulder Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 2026 Regulation Set I (`homebsd`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | homebsd |
| **Usage** | N/A |
| **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/homebsd/Iron%20Boulder)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/homebsd/Iron%20Boulder
- **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
- **Mighty Cleave**: 100.0%
- **Psycho Cut**: 84.6%
- **Sacred Sword**: 84.6%
- **Megahorn**: 84.6%
- **Swords Dance**: 15.4%
- **Earthquake**: 15.4%
- **Close Combat**: 15.4%

## Common Abilities
- **Quark Drive**: 100.0%

## Common Items
- **Choice Band**: 80.0%
- **Life Orb**: 20.0%

## Common Teammates
- **Miraidon**: undefined%
- **Kyogre**: undefined%
- **Volcarona**: undefined%
- **Incineroar**: undefined%
- **Cetitan**: undefined%
- **Grimmsnarl**: undefined%

## FAQ for Iron Boulder in homebsd-1760

### What are the top moves for Iron Boulder?
The most common moves for Iron Boulder are Mighty Cleave, Psycho Cut, Sacred Sword, Megahorn. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Iron Boulder?
Iron Boulder is frequently paired with Miraidon, Kyogre, Volcarona, Incineroar. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### Which Tera Types are best for Iron Boulder?
The most common Tera Types for Iron Boulder are Rock. Specifically, Tera Rock is used in 100.0% of builds.

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

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Iron Boulder?
Iron Boulder is most effectively run with the ability **Quark Drive** (100.0%) and the item **Choice Band** (80.0%).

### What is the most common role for Iron Boulder?
Based on common item usage (Choice Band), Iron Boulder often functions as a **choice-locked attacker** in the homebsd-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Iron Boulder?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 90 |
| Attack | 120 |
| Defense | 80 |
| Sp. Atk | 68 |
| Sp. Def | 108 |
| Speed | 124 |
| **BST** | **590** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Iron Boulder on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/homebsd/Iron%20Boulder) - 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 Iron Boulder
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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