# Infernape - Gen 7 Monotype Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Infernape 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/Infernape)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/monotype/Infernape
- **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
- **Close Combat**: 53.434%
- **U-turn**: 49.145%
- **Mach Punch**: 48.442%
- **Flare Blitz**: 42.901%
- **Vacuum Wave**: 33.594%
- **Grass Knot**: 22.904%
- **Stealth Rock**: 22.026%
- **Overheat**: 21.337%
- **Flamethrower**: 16.681%
- **Thunder Punch**: 13.363%

## Common Abilities
- **Iron Fist**: 71.532%
- **Blaze**: 28.468%

## Common Items
- **Choice Band**: 42.947%
- **Life Orb**: 16.139%
- **Eject Pack**: 9.706%
- **Focus Sash**: 7.942%
- **Choice Specs**: 7.047%
- **Expert Belt**: 6.111%
- **Punching Glove**: 3.418%
- **Assault Vest**: 2.205%
- **Other**: 4.485%

## Common Teammates
- **Iron Valiant**: 82.217%
- **Urshifu-Rapid-Strike**: 70.107%
- **Great Tusk**: 65.186%
- **Zapdos-Galar**: 51.226%
- **Okidogi**: 42.860%
- **Iron Hands**: 25.745%

## FAQ for Infernape in monotype-1760

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

### What are the best teammates for Infernape?
Infernape is frequently paired with Iron Valiant, Urshifu-Rapid-Strike, Great Tusk, Zapdos-Galar. 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 top build for Infernape features a **Jolly** nature with an EV spread of `0/252/0/0/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 48.711% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Infernape?
Infernape is most effectively run with the ability **Iron Fist** (71.532%) and the item **Choice Band** (42.947%).

### What is the most common role for Infernape?
Based on common item usage (Choice Band), Infernape often functions as a **choice-locked attacker** in the monotype-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/monotype/Infernape) - 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 Infernape
- [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).*