# Shiftry - VGC 16 Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Shiftry 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/Shiftry)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2016/Shiftry
- **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
- **Fake Out**: 98.902%
- **Leaf Blade**: 88.620%
- **Knock Off**: 80.166%
- **Snarl**: 45.071%
- **Low Kick**: 20.925%
- **Explosion**: 14.340%
- **Swords Dance**: 13.955%
- **Grass Knot**: 5.773%
- **Foul Play**: 5.729%
- **Worry Seed**: 5.729%

## Common Abilities
- **Chlorophyll**: 99.999%
- **Early Bird**: 0.000%
- **Pickpocket**: 0.000%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 57.644%
- **Life Orb**: 24.261%
- **Scope Lens**: 11.822%
- **Choice Scarf**: 5.729%
- **Other**: 0.543%

## Common Teammates
- **Groudon-Primal**: 79.501%
- **Thundurus**: 66.364%
- **Salamence-Mega**: 65.630%
- **Bronzong**: 47.578%
- **Giratina-Origin**: 45.075%
- **Latias**: 12.408%

## FAQ for Shiftry in vgc2016-1760

### What are the top moves for Shiftry?
The most common moves for Shiftry are Fake Out, Leaf Blade, Knock Off, Snarl. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Shiftry?
Shiftry is frequently paired with Groudon-Primal, Thundurus, Salamence-Mega, Bronzong. 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 **Lonely** nature with an EV spread of `0/252/0/4/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 45.076% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Shiftry?
Shiftry is most effectively run with the ability **Chlorophyll** (99.999%) and the item **Focus Sash** (57.644%).

### What is the most common role for Shiftry?
Based on common item usage (Focus Sash), Shiftry often functions as a **lead or glass-cannon** in the vgc2016-1760 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/vgc2016/Shiftry) - 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 Shiftry
- [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).*