# Sceptile - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in XY

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

## Best Sceptile 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/Sceptile)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/xy/Sceptile
- **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
- **Leaf Blade**: 93.873%
- **Swords Dance**: 91.295%
- **Earthquake**: 91.284%
- **Synthesis**: 88.098%
- **Leaf Storm**: 8.389%
- **Giga Drain**: 6.127%
- **Dragon Pulse**: 5.811%
- **Other**: 15.123%

## Common Abilities
- **Unburden**: 91.339%
- **Overgrow**: 8.661%

## Common Items
- **Air Balloon**: 88.100%
- **Choice Scarf**: 5.811%
- **Focus Sash**: 3.195%
- **Other**: 2.894%

## Common Teammates
- **Bisharp**: 88.098%
- **Aerodactyl-Mega**: 88.098%
- **Mew**: 88.098%
- **Latias**: 88.098%
- **Clefable**: 88.098%
- **Skarmory**: 4.940%

## FAQ for Sceptile in xy-1760

### What are the top moves for Sceptile?
The most common moves for Sceptile are Leaf Blade, Swords Dance, Earthquake, Synthesis. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Sceptile?
Sceptile is frequently paired with Bisharp, Aerodactyl-Mega, Mew, Latias. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Sceptile?
The top build for Sceptile features a **Adamant** nature with an EV spread of `148/252/0/0/0/108`. This configuration accounts for 88.098% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Sceptile?
Sceptile is most effectively run with the ability **Unburden** (91.339%) and the item **Air Balloon** (88.100%).

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

### What are the base stats for Sceptile?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 70 |
| Attack | 85 |
| Defense | 65 |
| Sp. Atk | 105 |
| Sp. Def | 85 |
| Speed | 120 |
| **BST** | **530** |

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## Additional Resources

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

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