# Heracross - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in XY

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

## Best Heracross 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/Heracross)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/xy/Heracross
- **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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## Common Moves
- **Close Combat**: 99.860%
- **Megahorn**: 96.963%
- **Swords Dance**: 55.363%
- **Natural Gift**: 55.057%
- **Earthquake**: 30.658%
- **Knock Off**: 25.574%
- **Facade**: 16.792%
- **Other**: 19.733%

## Common Abilities
- **Guts**: 84.605%
- **Moxie**: 15.395%
- **Swarm**: 0.000%

## Common Items
- **Ganlon Berry**: 55.057%
- **Flame Orb**: 21.401%
- **Choice Scarf**: 15.266%
- **Choice Band**: 8.146%
- **Other**: 0.129%

## Common Teammates
- **Landorus-Therian**: 75.489%
- **Azumarill**: 60.397%
- **Ferrothorn**: 55.171%
- **Charizard-Mega-X**: 55.057%
- **Latias**: 55.057%
- **Rotom-Wash**: 20.432%

## FAQ for Heracross in xy-1760

### What are the top moves for Heracross?
The most common moves for Heracross are Close Combat, Megahorn, Swords Dance, Natural Gift. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Heracross?
Heracross is frequently paired with Landorus-Therian, Azumarill, Ferrothorn, Charizard-Mega-X. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Heracross?
The top build for Heracross features a **Adamant** nature with an EV spread of `0/252/0/0/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 75.489% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Heracross?
Heracross is most effectively run with the ability **Guts** (84.605%) and the item **Ganlon Berry** (55.057%).

### What is the most common role for Heracross?
Based on common item usage (Ganlon Berry), Heracross often functions as a **bulky attacker or support** in the xy-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Heracross?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 80 |
| Attack | 125 |
| Defense | 75 |
| Sp. Atk | 40 |
| Sp. Def | 95 |
| Speed | 85 |
| **BST** | **500** |

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## Additional Resources

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

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