# Whimsicott - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in XY

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

## Best Whimsicott 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** | 2026-05 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/xy/Whimsicott)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/xy/Whimsicott
- **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 Whimsicott.

## Common Moves
- **Encore**: 80.601%
- **U-turn**: 49.600%
- **Leech Seed**: 43.007%
- **Substitute**: 38.670%
- **Taunt**: 35.227%
- **Moonblast**: 33.368%
- **Endeavor**: 29.129%
- **Stun Spore**: 25.871%
- **Switcheroo**: 25.781%
- **Tailwind**: 9.682%

## Common Abilities
- **Prankster**: 98.392%
- **Infiltrator**: 1.536%
- **Chlorophyll**: 0.073%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 44.402%
- **Leftovers**: 28.465%
- **Lagging Tail**: 25.781%
- **Other**: 1.352%

## Common Teammates
- **Scizor-Mega**: 33.424%
- **Heatran**: 28.486%
- **Landorus-Therian**: 27.207%
- **Bisharp**: 27.050%
- **Serperior**: 27.036%
- **Gyarados**: 26.965%

## FAQ for Whimsicott in xy-1760

### What are the top moves for Whimsicott?
The most common moves for Whimsicott are Encore, U-turn, Leech Seed, Substitute. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Whimsicott?
Whimsicott is frequently paired with Scizor-Mega, Heatran, Landorus-Therian, Bisharp. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Whimsicott?
The top build for Whimsicott features a **Hardy** nature with an EV spread of `0/0/0/0/0/0`. This configuration accounts for 26.964% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Whimsicott?
Whimsicott is most effectively run with the ability **Prankster** (98.392%) and the item **Focus Sash** (44.402%).

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

### What are the base stats for Whimsicott?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 60 |
| Attack | 67 |
| Defense | 85 |
| Sp. Atk | 77 |
| Sp. Def | 75 |
| Speed | 116 |
| **BST** | **480** |

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## Additional Resources

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

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