# Tapu Koko - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in VGC 18

> Find the best Tapu Koko builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in VGC 18. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Tapu Koko Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 18 (`vgc2018`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | vgc2018 |
| **Usage** | 26% |
| **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/vgc2018/Tapu%20Koko)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2018/Tapu%20Koko
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 18 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2018)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/vgc2018](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2018)

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## Defensive Type Matchups

| Category | Attacking Types |
|----------|-----------------|
| **Weak To** | Poison (2x), Ground (2x) |
| **Resists** | Electric (1/2x), Fighting (1/2x), Flying (1/2x), Bug (1/2x), Dark (1/2x) |
| **Immune To** | Dragon (0x) |

## Common Moves
- **Dazzling Gleam**: 89.316%
- **Thunderbolt**: 83.739%
- **Protect**: 80.310%
- **Volt Switch**: 72.463%
- **Taunt**: 12.022%
- **Electroweb**: 10.598%
- **Hidden Power Ice**: 8.234%
- **Thunder**: 8.043%
- **Sky Drop**: 7.820%
- **Nature's Madness**: 6.783%

## Common Abilities
- **Electric Surge**: 100.000%

## Common Items
- **Electrium Z**: 59.403%
- **Life Orb**: 16.079%
- **Choice Specs**: 9.932%
- **Assault Vest**: 7.235%
- **Focus Sash**: 4.119%
- **Other**: 3.231%

## Common Teammates
- **Incineroar**: 51.727%
- **Salamence-Mega**: 21.102%
- **Snorlax**: 13.166%
- **Gastrodon**: 11.813%
- **Ferrothorn**: 6.881%
- **Ludicolo**: 6.667%

## FAQ for Tapu Koko in vgc2018-1760

### What are the top moves for Tapu Koko?
The most common moves for Tapu Koko are Dazzling Gleam, Thunderbolt, Protect, Volt Switch. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Tapu Koko?
Tapu Koko is frequently paired with Incineroar, Salamence-Mega, Snorlax, Gastrodon. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### What is Tapu Koko weak to and resistant against?
Tapu Koko is weak to Poison (2x), Ground (2x), resists Electric (1/2x), Fighting (1/2x), Flying (1/2x), Bug (1/2x), Dark (1/2x), and is immune to Dragon (0x).

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Tapu Koko?
The top build for Tapu Koko features a **Timid** nature with an EV spread of `4/0/0/252/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 33.396% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Tapu Koko?
Tapu Koko is most effectively run with the ability **Electric Surge** (100.000%) and the item **Electrium Z** (59.403%).

### What is the most common role for Tapu Koko?
Based on common item usage (Electrium Z), Tapu Koko often functions as a **tactical** in the vgc2018-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Tapu Koko?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 70 |
| Attack | 115 |
| Defense | 85 |
| Sp. Atk | 95 |
| Sp. Def | 75 |
| Speed | 130 |
| **BST** | **570** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Tapu Koko on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2018/Tapu%20Koko) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 18 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2018) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/vgc2018) - Build teams with Tapu Koko
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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