# Smeargle - XY Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Smeargle in XY. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | XY (`xy`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | xy |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/xy/Smeargle)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/xy/Smeargle
- **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
- **Spore**: 99.995%
- **Stealth Rock**: 99.007%
- **Sticky Web**: 73.033%
- **Rapid Spin**: 72.728%
- **Spider Web**: 26.266%
- **Thunder Wave**: 26.129%
- **Other**: 2.842%

## Common Abilities
- **Own Tempo**: 99.460%
- **Technician**: 0.540%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 99.516%
- **Other**: 0.484%

## Common Teammates
- **Gengar**: 73.124%
- **Scizor-Mega**: 72.701%
- **Thundurus**: 72.607%
- **Bisharp**: 72.590%
- **Manaphy**: 72.590%
- **Medicham-Mega**: 23.479%

## FAQ for Smeargle in xy-1760

### What are the top moves for Smeargle?
The most common moves for Smeargle are Spore, Stealth Rock, Sticky Web, Rapid Spin. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Smeargle?
Smeargle is frequently paired with Gengar, Scizor-Mega, Thundurus, Bisharp. 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 **Timid** nature with an EV spread of `252/0/0/0/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 72.590% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Smeargle?
Smeargle is most effectively run with the ability **Own Tempo** (99.460%) and the item **Focus Sash** (99.516%).

### 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 xy-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/xy/Smeargle) - 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 Smeargle
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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