# Cloyster - Gen 7 Monotype Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Cloyster in Gen 7 Monotype. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 7 Monotype (`monotype`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | monotype |
| **Data Date** | 2026-03 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype/Cloyster)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/monotype/Cloyster
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 7 Monotype Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/monotype](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/monotype)

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## Common Moves
- **Shell Smash**: 99.982%
- **Icicle Spear**: 99.776%
- **Ice Shard**: 66.177%
- **Rock Blast**: 63.426%
- **Ice Beam**: 32.320%
- **Substitute**: 15.458%
- **Hydro Pump**: 7.510%
- **Other**: 15.351%

## Common Abilities
- **Skill Link**: 99.166%
- **Shell Armor**: 0.811%
- **Overcoat**: 0.023%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 33.363%
- **White Herb**: 31.759%
- **Never-Melt Ice**: 26.403%
- **Heavy-Duty Boots**: 5.585%
- **Other**: 2.889%

## Common Teammates
- **Samurott-Hisui**: 55.479%
- **Greninja**: 43.132%
- **Ninetales-Alola**: 35.342%
- **Kyurem**: 34.150%
- **Mamoswine**: 33.050%
- **Swampert**: 28.482%

## FAQ for Cloyster in monotype-1760

### What are the top moves for Cloyster?
The most common moves for Cloyster are Shell Smash, Icicle Spear, Ice Shard, Rock Blast. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Cloyster?
Cloyster is frequently paired with Samurott-Hisui, Greninja, Ninetales-Alola, Kyurem. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Cloyster?
The top build for Cloyster features a **Adamant** nature with an EV spread of `0/252/0/0/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 37.962% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Cloyster?
Cloyster is most effectively run with the ability **Skill Link** (99.166%) and the item **Focus Sash** (33.363%).

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

### What are the base stats for Cloyster?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 50 |
| Attack | 95 |
| Defense | 180 |
| Sp. Atk | 85 |
| Sp. Def | 45 |
| Speed | 70 |
| **BST** | **525** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Cloyster on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype/Cloyster) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 7 Monotype Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/monotype) - Build teams with Cloyster
- [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).*