# Metagross - VGC 16 Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Metagross in VGC 16. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 16 (`vgc2016`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | vgc2016 |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2016/Metagross)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2016/Metagross
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 16 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2016)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/vgc2016](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2016)

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## Common Moves
- **Bullet Punch**: 94.983%
- **Zen Headbutt**: 77.998%
- **Ice Punch**: 54.960%
- **Iron Head**: 52.289%
- **Meteor Mash**: 31.537%
- **Explosion**: 20.178%
- **Protect**: 19.251%
- **Earthquake**: 16.154%
- **Gravity**: 9.931%
- **Thunder Punch**: 8.035%

## Common Abilities
- **Clear Body**: 99.999%
- **Light Metal**: 0.001%

## Common Items
- **Assault Vest**: 68.446%
- **Choice Band**: 10.281%
- **Air Balloon**: 10.273%
- **Life Orb**: 7.561%
- **Other**: 3.439%

## Common Teammates
- **Zapdos**: 56.197%
- **Mienshao**: 55.953%
- **Rayquaza-Mega**: 51.248%
- **Kyogre**: 48.745%
- **Venusaur-Mega**: 14.798%
- **Giratina-Origin**: 9.724%

## FAQ for Metagross in vgc2016-1760

### What are the top moves for Metagross?
The most common moves for Metagross are Bullet Punch, Zen Headbutt, Ice Punch, Iron Head. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Metagross?
Metagross is frequently paired with Zapdos, Mienshao, Rayquaza-Mega, Kyogre. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Metagross?
The top build for Metagross features a **Adamant** nature with an EV spread of `252/252/0/0/4/0`. This configuration accounts for 54.485% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Metagross?
Metagross is most effectively run with the ability **Clear Body** (99.999%) and the item **Assault Vest** (68.446%).

### What is the most common role for Metagross?
Based on common item usage (Assault Vest), Metagross often functions as a **tactical** in the vgc2016-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Metagross?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 80 |
| Attack | 135 |
| Defense | 130 |
| Sp. Atk | 95 |
| Sp. Def | 90 |
| Speed | 70 |
| **BST** | **600** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Metagross on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2016/Metagross) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 16 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2016) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/vgc2016) - Build teams with Metagross
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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