# Dustox - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in XY

> Find the best Dustox builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in XY. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Dustox Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | XY (`xy`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | xy |
| **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/xy/Dustox)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/xy/Dustox
- **Format Overview**: [XY Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/xy)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/xy](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/xy)

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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 Dustox.

## Common Moves
- **Quiver Dance**: 99.999%
- **Bug Buzz**: 99.999%
- **Iron Defense**: 99.896%
- **Roost**: 99.896%

## Common Abilities
- **Shield Dust**: 100.000%

## Common Items
- **Black Sludge**: 99.986%
- **Other**: 0.014%

## Common Teammates
- **Volcarona**: 93.650%
- **Pinsir-Mega**: 93.650%
- **Galvantula**: 93.650%
- **Vivillon**: 73.354%
- **Forretress**: 49.928%
- **Shuckle**: 36.576%

## FAQ for Dustox in xy-1760

### What are the top moves for Dustox?
The most common moves for Dustox are Quiver Dance, Bug Buzz, Iron Defense, Roost. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Dustox?
Dustox is frequently paired with Volcarona, Pinsir-Mega, Galvantula, Vivillon. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Dustox?
The top build for Dustox features a **Bold** nature with an EV spread of `252/0/4/0/252/0`. This configuration accounts for 99.896% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Dustox?
Dustox is most effectively run with the ability **Shield Dust** (100.000%) and the item **Black Sludge** (99.986%).

### What is the most common role for Dustox?
Based on common item usage (Black Sludge), Dustox often functions as a **tactical** in the xy-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Dustox?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 60 |
| Attack | 50 |
| Defense | 70 |
| Sp. Atk | 50 |
| Sp. Def | 90 |
| Speed | 65 |
| **BST** | **385** |

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## Additional Resources

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

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