# Smeargle - VGC 19 Global Link Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Smeargle in VGC 19 Global Link. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 19 Global Link (`vgc2019pgl`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | vgc2019pgl |
| **Data Date** | 2026-02 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019pgl/Smeargle)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2019pgl/Smeargle
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 19 Global Link Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019pgl)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/vgc2019pgl](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2019pgl)

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## Common Moves
- **Follow Me**: 92.556%
- **Spore**: 80.779%
- **Fake Out**: 78.969%
- **Spiky Shield**: 56.287%
- **Crafty Shield**: 19.814%
- **Transform**: 18.856%
- **Lovely Kiss**: 11.931%
- **Wide Guard**: 10.508%
- **Taunt**: 7.649%
- **King's Shield**: 6.551%

## Common Abilities
- **Moody**: 87.632%
- **Own Tempo**: 10.411%
- **Technician**: 1.956%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 98.876%
- **Other**: 1.124%

## Common Teammates
- **Xerneas**: 68.385%
- **Lunala**: 49.731%
- **Kangaskhan-Mega**: 45.641%
- **Crobat**: 37.579%
- **Tapu Lele**: 20.723%
- **Necrozma-Dawn-Wings**: 15.831%

## FAQ for Smeargle in vgc2019pgl-1760

### What are the top moves for Smeargle?
The most common moves for Smeargle are Follow Me, Spore, Fake Out, Spiky Shield. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Smeargle?
Smeargle is frequently paired with Xerneas, Lunala, Kangaskhan-Mega, Crobat. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Smeargle?
The top build for Smeargle features a **Jolly** nature with an EV spread of `252/4/0/0/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 46.139% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Smeargle?
Smeargle is most effectively run with the ability **Moody** (87.632%) and the item **Focus Sash** (98.876%).

### What is the most common role for Smeargle?
Based on common item usage (Focus Sash), Smeargle often functions as a **lead or glass-cannon** in the vgc2019pgl-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Smeargle?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 55 |
| Attack | 20 |
| Defense | 35 |
| Sp. Atk | 20 |
| Sp. Def | 45 |
| Speed | 75 |
| **BST** | **250** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Smeargle on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019pgl/Smeargle) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 19 Global Link Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019pgl) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/vgc2019pgl) - Build teams with Smeargle
- [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).*