# Smeargle - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in Gen 7 Monotype

> Find the best Smeargle builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in Gen 7 Monotype. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Smeargle Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 7 Monotype (`monotype`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | monotype |
| **Usage** | N/A |
| **Win Rate** | N/A |
| **Record** | N/A |
| **Data Date** | 2026-05 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype/Smeargle)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/monotype/Smeargle
- **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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## Defensive Type Matchups

| Category | Attacking Types |
|----------|-----------------|
| **Weak To** | Fighting (2x) |
| **Resists** | None |
| **Immune To** | Ghost (0x) |

## Common Moves
- **Sticky Web**: 92.296%
- **Spore**: 86.881%
- **Stone Axe**: 61.443%
- **Ceaseless Edge**: 53.644%
- **Nuzzle**: 23.796%
- **Toxic Spikes**: 13.467%
- **Spikes**: 13.393%
- **Stealth Rock**: 13.198%
- **Taunt**: 12.814%
- **Population Bomb**: 4.803%

## Common Abilities
- **Own Tempo**: 92.138%
- **Technician**: 7.862%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 97.950%
- **Other**: 2.050%

## Common Teammates
- **Ursaluna**: 67.400%
- **Ditto**: 61.237%
- **Zoroark-Hisui**: 55.884%
- **Terapagos**: 49.893%
- **Staraptor**: 31.767%
- **Indeedee**: 22.890%

## FAQ for Smeargle in monotype-1760

### What are the top moves for Smeargle?
The most common moves for Smeargle are Sticky Web, Spore, Stone Axe, Ceaseless Edge. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Smeargle?
Smeargle is frequently paired with Ursaluna, Ditto, Zoroark-Hisui, Terapagos. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### What is Smeargle weak to and resistant against?
Smeargle is weak to Fighting (2x), resists no types, and is immune to Ghost (0x).

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Smeargle?
The top build for Smeargle features a **Jolly** nature with an EV spread of `0/252/0/0/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 59.967% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Smeargle?
Smeargle is most effectively run with the ability **Own Tempo** (92.138%) and the item **Focus Sash** (97.950%).

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

### What are the base stats for Smeargle?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 55 |
| Attack | 20 |
| Defense | 35 |
| Sp. Atk | 20 |
| Sp. Def | 45 |
| Speed | 75 |
| **BST** | **250** |

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## Additional Resources

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

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