# Metagross - VGC 2026 Regulation Set I Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Metagross 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** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/homebsd/Metagross)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/homebsd/Metagross
- **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
- **Psychic Fangs**: 100.0%
- **Bullet Punch**: 77.8%
- **Protect**: 47.2%
- **Meteor Mash**: 33.3%
- **Earthquake**: 25.0%
- **Iron Head**: 25.0%
- **Knock Off**: 25.0%
- **Hammer Arm**: 22.2%
- **Hard Press**: 16.7%
- **Stomping Tantrum**: 16.7%

## Common Abilities
- **Clear Body**: 100.0%

## Common Items
- **Assault Vest**: 42.9%
- **Weakness Policy**: 28.6%
- **X Accuracy**: 21.4%
- **Covert Cloak**: 7.1%

## Common Teammates
- **Kyogre**: undefined%
- **Miraidon**: undefined%
- **Whimsicott**: undefined%
- **Tornadus**: undefined%
- **Iron Moth**: undefined%
- **Overqwil**: undefined%

## FAQ for Metagross in homebsd-1760

### What are the top moves for Metagross?
The most common moves for Metagross are Psychic Fangs, Bullet Punch, Protect, Meteor Mash. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Metagross?
Metagross is frequently paired with Kyogre, Miraidon, Whimsicott, Tornadus. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### Which Tera Types are best for Metagross?
The most common Tera Types for Metagross are Psychic, Normal. Specifically, Tera Psychic is used in 50.0% of builds.

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

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Metagross?
Metagross is most effectively run with the ability **Clear Body** (100.0%) and the item **Assault Vest** (42.9%).

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

### What are the base stats for Metagross?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 80 |
| Attack | 135 |
| Defense | 130 |
| Sp. Atk | 95 |
| Sp. Def | 90 |
| Speed | 70 |
| **BST** | **600** |

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## Additional Resources

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

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*Generated by [Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com). For more context on site data and AI usage, see [llms-full.txt](https://www.pikalytics.com/llms-full.txt).*