# Xatu - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in XY

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

## Best Xatu 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/Xatu)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/xy/Xatu
- **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
- **Roost**: 74.789%
- **Heat Wave**: 72.123%
- **Psyshock**: 45.486%
- **Calm Mind**: 42.830%
- **Toxic**: 27.951%
- **Thunder Wave**: 27.537%
- **U-turn**: 27.346%
- **Hidden Power Ice**: 25.505%
- **Foul Play**: 23.773%
- **Sunny Day**: 23.742%

## Common Abilities
- **Magic Bounce**: 94.832%
- **Synchronize**: 5.168%

## Common Items
- **Rocky Helmet**: 52.690%
- **Leftovers**: 44.746%
- **Other**: 2.565%

## Common Teammates
- **Ferrothorn**: 44.165%
- **Tornadus-Therian**: 41.797%
- **Kyurem-Black**: 41.797%
- **Volcanion**: 41.797%
- **Altaria-Mega**: 38.341%
- **Excadrill**: 25.062%

## FAQ for Xatu in xy-1760

### What are the top moves for Xatu?
The most common moves for Xatu are Roost, Heat Wave, Psyshock, Calm Mind. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Xatu?
Xatu is frequently paired with Ferrothorn, Tornadus-Therian, Kyurem-Black, Volcanion. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Xatu?
The top build for Xatu features a **Bold** nature with an EV spread of `252/0/200/0/0/56`. This configuration accounts for 41.797% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Xatu?
Xatu is most effectively run with the ability **Magic Bounce** (94.832%) and the item **Rocky Helmet** (52.690%).

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

### What are the base stats for Xatu?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 65 |
| Attack | 75 |
| Defense | 70 |
| Sp. Atk | 95 |
| Sp. Def | 70 |
| Speed | 95 |
| **BST** | **470** |

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## Additional Resources

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

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