# Smeargle - OU Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Smeargle in OU. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | OU (`ou`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | ou |
| **Data Date** | 2026-02 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/ou/Smeargle)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/ou/Smeargle
- **Format Overview**: [OU Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/ou)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/ou](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/ou)

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## Common Moves
- **Sticky Web**: 94.776%
- **Stealth Rock**: 76.509%
- **Spore**: 73.938%
- **Taunt**: 29.349%
- **Magic Coat**: 23.638%
- **Nuzzle**: 22.777%
- **Glare**: 10.919%
- **Endeavor**: 10.351%
- **Skill Swap**: 6.029%
- **Rapid Spin**: 5.640%

## Common Abilities
- **Own Tempo**: 92.187%
- **Technician**: 7.813%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 98.589%
- **Other**: 1.411%

## Common Teammates
- **Excadrill**: 26.683%
- **Serperior**: 20.873%
- **Tapu Bulu**: 20.508%
- **Charizard-Mega-X**: 17.337%
- **Lopunny-Mega**: 16.157%
- **Pinsir-Mega**: 15.324%

## FAQ for Smeargle in ou-1825

### What are the top moves for Smeargle?
The most common moves for Smeargle are Sticky Web, Stealth Rock, Spore, Taunt. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Smeargle?
Smeargle is frequently paired with Excadrill, Serperior, Tapu Bulu, Charizard-Mega-X. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### 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 **Timid** nature with an EV spread of `252/0/0/0/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 25.943% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Smeargle?
Smeargle is most effectively run with the ability **Own Tempo** (92.187%) and the item **Focus Sash** (98.589%).

### 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 ou-1825 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/ou/Smeargle) - Full interactive stats page
- [OU Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/ou) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/ou) - Build teams with Smeargle
- [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).*