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

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

## Best Purugly 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/Purugly)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2019sun/Purugly
- **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 Purugly.

## Common Moves
- **Fake Out**: 100.000%
- **Return**: 100.000%
- **Hypnosis**: 99.969%
- **Taunt**: 99.869%

## Common Abilities
- **Defiant**: 99.992%
- **Thick Fat**: 0.008%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 99.900%
- **Other**: 0.100%

## Common Teammates
- **Poliwrath**: 96.958%
- **Klinklang**: 96.958%
- **Kyurem-White**: 96.958%
- **Alakazam**: 52.235%
- **Xerneas**: 52.235%
- **Mewtwo**: 44.822%

## FAQ for Purugly in vgc2019sun-1760

### What are the top moves for Purugly?
The most common moves for Purugly are Fake Out, Return, Hypnosis, Taunt. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Purugly?
Purugly is frequently paired with Poliwrath, Klinklang, Kyurem-White, Alakazam. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Purugly?
The top build for Purugly features a **Jolly** nature with an EV spread of `4/252/0/0/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 99.969% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Purugly?
Purugly is most effectively run with the ability **Defiant** (99.992%) and the item **Focus Sash** (99.900%).

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

### What are the base stats for Purugly?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 71 |
| Attack | 82 |
| Defense | 64 |
| Sp. Atk | 64 |
| Sp. Def | 59 |
| Speed | 112 |
| **BST** | **452** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Purugly on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019sun/Purugly) - 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 Purugly
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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