# Grapploct - VGC 2022 Series 12 Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Grapploct in VGC 2022 Series 12. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 2022 Series 12 (`ss`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | ss |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/ss/Grapploct)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/ss/Grapploct
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 2022 Series 12 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/ss)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/ss](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/ss)

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## Common Moves
- **Octolock**: 93.923%
- **Drain Punch**: 87.835%
- **Soak**: 60.977%
- **Detect**: 54.959%
- **Topsy-Turvy**: 32.348%
- **Sucker Punch**: 27.508%
- **Protect**: 12.672%
- **Coaching**: 8.538%
- **Ice Punch**: 7.662%
- **Other**: 13.579%

## Common Abilities
- **Limber**: 85.148%
- **Technician**: 14.852%

## Common Items
- **Aguav Berry**: 35.781%
- **Sitrus Berry**: 22.242%
- **Leftovers**: 19.364%
- **Focus Sash**: 10.171%
- **Figy Berry**: 4.341%
- **Assault Vest**: 3.435%
- **Other**: 4.666%

## Common Teammates
- **Lapras**: 62.940%
- **Gothitelle**: 37.046%
- **Sandaconda**: 37.016%
- **Gengar**: 36.953%
- **Centiskorch**: 36.835%
- **Arcanine**: 23.068%

## FAQ for Grapploct in ss-1760

### What are the top moves for Grapploct?
The most common moves for Grapploct are Octolock, Drain Punch, Soak, Detect. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Grapploct?
Grapploct is frequently paired with Lapras, Gothitelle, Sandaconda, Gengar. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Grapploct?
The top build for Grapploct features a **Careful** nature with an EV spread of `252/0/252/0/4/0`. This configuration accounts for 34.666% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Grapploct?
Grapploct is most effectively run with the ability **Limber** (85.148%) and the item **Aguav Berry** (35.781%).

### What is the most common role for Grapploct?
Based on common item usage (Aguav Berry), Grapploct often functions as a **bulky attacker or support** in the ss-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Grapploct?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 80 |
| Attack | 118 |
| Defense | 90 |
| Sp. Atk | 70 |
| Sp. Def | 80 |
| Speed | 42 |
| **BST** | **480** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Grapploct on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/ss/Grapploct) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 2022 Series 12 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/ss) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/ss) - Build teams with Grapploct
- [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).*