# Shiftry - VGC 19 Moon Series Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Shiftry 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/Shiftry)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2019moon/Shiftry
- **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
- **Grass Knot**: 95.328%
- **Fake Out**: 91.577%
- **Snarl**: 87.178%
- **Tailwind**: 54.331%
- **Knock Off**: 36.546%
- **Hidden Power Fire**: 13.016%
- **Protect**: 8.593%
- **Other**: 13.431%

## Common Abilities
- **Chlorophyll**: 99.979%
- **Pickpocket**: 0.021%
- **Early Bird**: 0.000%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 45.940%
- **Assault Vest**: 43.942%
- **Sitrus Berry**: 6.687%
- **Other**: 3.431%

## Common Teammates
- **Groudon**: 85.019%
- **Venusaur**: 43.951%
- **Salazzle**: 43.941%
- **Ho-Oh**: 38.045%
- **Hitmontop**: 36.303%
- **Solgaleo**: 7.298%

## FAQ for Shiftry in vgc2019moon-1760

### What are the top moves for Shiftry?
The most common moves for Shiftry are Grass Knot, Fake Out, Snarl, Tailwind. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Shiftry?
Shiftry is frequently paired with Groudon, Venusaur, Salazzle, Ho-Oh. 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 **Modest** nature with an EV spread of `76/0/4/12/252/164`. This configuration accounts for 43.941% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Shiftry?
Shiftry is most effectively run with the ability **Chlorophyll** (99.979%) and the item **Focus Sash** (45.940%).

### 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 vgc2019moon-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/vgc2019moon/Shiftry) - 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 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).*