# Shiftry - VGC 18 Global Link Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Shiftry in VGC 18 Global Link. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 18 Global Link (`vgc2018pgl`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | vgc2018pgl |
| **Data Date** | 2026-03 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2018pgl/Shiftry)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2018pgl/Shiftry
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 18 Global Link Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2018pgl)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/vgc2018pgl](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2018pgl)

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## Common Moves
- **Fake Out**: 98.718%
- **Leaf Blade**: 82.472%
- **Knock Off**: 81.972%
- **Rock Slide**: 19.435%
- **Explosion**: 18.033%
- **Aerial Ace**: 16.836%
- **Swords Dance**: 15.857%
- **Substitute**: 12.231%
- **Tailwind**: 9.979%
- **Feint Attack**: 8.855%

## Common Abilities
- **Chlorophyll**: 80.440%
- **Pickpocket**: 19.524%
- **Early Bird**: 0.036%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 84.828%
- **Life Orb**: 3.222%
- **Assault Vest**: 3.162%
- **Other**: 3.588%

## Common Teammates
- **Charizard-Mega-Y**: 67.115%
- **Tapu Koko**: 54.385%
- **Aegislash**: 43.450%
- **Araquanid**: 43.445%
- **Vikavolt**: 17.605%
- **Drampa**: 17.605%

## FAQ for Shiftry in vgc2018pgl-1760

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

### What are the best teammates for Shiftry?
Shiftry is frequently paired with Charizard-Mega-Y, Tapu Koko, Aegislash, Araquanid. 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 **Adamant** nature with an EV spread of `108/252/0/0/0/148`. This configuration accounts for 53.487% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Shiftry?
Shiftry is most effectively run with the ability **Chlorophyll** (80.440%) and the item **Focus Sash** (84.828%).

### 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 vgc2018pgl-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/vgc2018pgl/Shiftry) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 18 Global Link Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2018pgl) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/vgc2018pgl) - 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).*