# Shiftry - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in VGC 2022 Series 12

> Find the best Shiftry builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in VGC 2022 Series 12. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Shiftry Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 2022 Series 12 (`ss`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | ss |
| **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/ss/Shiftry)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/ss/Shiftry
- **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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Pikalytics provides the premier competitive Pokemon database, aggregating data from millions of ranked battles on official platforms and Smogon. This report summarizes the current meta-game role and effectiveness of Shiftry.

## Common Moves
- **Fake Out**: 99.971%
- **Leaf Blade**: 98.065%
- **Icy Wind**: 96.933%
- **Throat Chop**: 82.799%
- **Snarl**: 12.242%
- **Other**: 9.991%

## Common Abilities
- **Chlorophyll**: 100.000%
- **Pickpocket**: 0.000%
- **Early Bird**: 0.000%

## Common Items
- **Assault Vest**: 98.064%
- **Other**: 1.936%

## Common Teammates
- **Zacian-Crowned**: 97.053%
- **Kyogre**: 95.364%
- **Thundurus**: 94.029%
- **Incineroar**: 92.341%
- **Shedinja**: 92.341%
- **Aerodactyl **: 3.035%

## FAQ for Shiftry in ss-1760

### What are the top moves for Shiftry?
The most common moves for Shiftry are Fake Out, Leaf Blade, Icy Wind, Throat Chop. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Shiftry?
Shiftry is frequently paired with Zacian-Crowned, Kyogre, Thundurus, Incineroar. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Shiftry?
The top build for Shiftry features a **Jolly** nature with an EV spread of `204/4/20/0/28/252`. This configuration accounts for 95.040% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Shiftry?
Shiftry is most effectively run with the ability **Chlorophyll** (100.000%) and the item **Assault Vest** (98.064%).

### What is the most common role for Shiftry?
Based on common item usage (Assault Vest), Shiftry often functions as a **tactical** in the ss-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Shiftry?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 90 |
| Attack | 100 |
| Defense | 60 |
| Sp. Atk | 90 |
| Sp. Def | 60 |
| Speed | 80 |
| **BST** | **480** |

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## Additional Resources

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

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