# Cacturne - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in VGC 19 Sun Series

> Find the best Cacturne builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in VGC 19 Sun Series. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Cacturne Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 19 Sun Series (`vgc2019sun`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | vgc2019sun |
| **Usage** | N/A |
| **Win Rate** | N/A |
| **Record** | N/A |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019sun/Cacturne)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2019sun/Cacturne
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 19 Sun Series Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019sun)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/vgc2019sun](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2019sun)

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Pikalytics provides the premier competitive Pokemon database, aggregating data from millions of ranked battles on official platforms and Smogon. This report summarizes the current meta-game role and effectiveness of Cacturne.

## Common Moves
- **Dark Pulse**: 97.267%
- **Grass Knot**: 93.741%
- **Sucker Punch**: 63.864%
- **Spiky Shield**: 57.304%
- **Foul Play**: 36.135%
- **Role Play**: 28.121%
- **Nothing**: 8.014%
- **Other**: 15.553%

## Common Abilities
- **Water Absorb**: 99.746%
- **Sand Veil**: 0.254%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 97.213%
- **Other**: 2.787%

## Common Teammates
- **Incineroar**: 89.817%
- **Kartana**: 88.268%
- **Braviary**: 49.902%
- **Zygarde**: 49.902%
- **Dialga**: 49.902%
- **Tornadus**: 36.136%

## FAQ for Cacturne in vgc2019sun-1760

### What are the top moves for Cacturne?
The most common moves for Cacturne are Dark Pulse, Grass Knot, Sucker Punch, Spiky Shield. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Cacturne?
Cacturne is frequently paired with Incineroar, Kartana, Braviary, Zygarde. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Cacturne?
The top build for Cacturne features a **Mild** nature with an EV spread of `0/4/0/252/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 50.419% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Cacturne?
Cacturne is most effectively run with the ability **Water Absorb** (99.746%) and the item **Focus Sash** (97.213%).

### What is the most common role for Cacturne?
Based on common item usage (Focus Sash), Cacturne often functions as a **lead or glass-cannon** in the vgc2019sun-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Cacturne?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 70 |
| Attack | 115 |
| Defense | 60 |
| Sp. Atk | 115 |
| Sp. Def | 60 |
| Speed | 55 |
| **BST** | **475** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Cacturne on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019sun/Cacturne) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 19 Sun Series Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019sun) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/vgc2019sun) - Build teams with Cacturne
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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