# Golduck - VGC 19 Moon Series Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Golduck in VGC 19 Moon Series. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 19 Moon Series (`vgc2019moon`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | vgc2019moon |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019moon/Golduck)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2019moon/Golduck
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 19 Moon Series Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019moon)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/vgc2019moon](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2019moon)

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## Common Moves
- **Hydro Pump**: 93.974%
- **Encore**: 70.791%
- **Soak**: 65.421%
- **Protect**: 58.281%
- **Scald**: 25.864%
- **Icy Wind**: 23.455%
- **Clear Smog**: 23.293%
- **Ice Beam**: 17.250%
- **Psyshock**: 9.740%
- **Other**: 11.932%

## Common Abilities
- **Swift Swim**: 56.640%
- **Cloud Nine**: 43.360%
- **Damp**: 0.000%

## Common Items
- **Waterium Z**: 64.845%
- **Assault Vest**: 22.717%
- **Expert Belt**: 8.716%
- **Other**: 3.722%

## Common Teammates
- **Tapu Lele**: 71.749%
- **Kyogre**: 69.014%
- **Shedinja**: 51.339%
- **Yveltal**: 50.219%
- **Zekrom**: 20.591%
- **Mewtwo**: 20.032%

## FAQ for Golduck in vgc2019moon-1760

### What are the top moves for Golduck?
The most common moves for Golduck are Hydro Pump, Encore, Soak, Protect. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Golduck?
Golduck is frequently paired with Tapu Lele, Kyogre, Shedinja, Yveltal. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Golduck?
The top build for Golduck features a **Modest** nature with an EV spread of `4/0/0/252/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 44.198% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Golduck?
Golduck is most effectively run with the ability **Swift Swim** (56.640%) and the item **Waterium Z** (64.845%).

### What is the most common role for Golduck?
Based on common item usage (Waterium Z), Golduck often functions as a **tactical** in the vgc2019moon-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Golduck?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 80 |
| Attack | 82 |
| Defense | 78 |
| Sp. Atk | 95 |
| Sp. Def | 80 |
| Speed | 85 |
| **BST** | **500** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Golduck on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019moon/Golduck) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 19 Moon Series Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019moon) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/vgc2019moon) - Build teams with Golduck
- [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).*