What is a good moveset for Runerigus?

Question

If you have a good competitive moveset for Runerigus, post an answer below and upvote the best ones. Movesets for any of its pre-evolutions can also be shared on this thread.

Be sure to include full set details in your post, e.g. items, abilities, natures and EVs. Some explanation, including the intended game mode for your set, is also appreciated. Access the full list of guidelines here.

Runerigus Pokedex & learnset for reference.

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Favorite pokemon from this generation. Will plan to post a moveset once I start properly building my teams in Shield.

Answer 1

Runerigus @ Life Orb
Ability: Wandering Spirit
EVs: 252 HP, 252 Atk, 4 SpDef
Nature: Brave
IVs: 0 Spe
- Earthquake
- Shadow Claw
- Body Press
- Trick Room

Answer 2

Runerigus @ Choice Band
Ability: Wandering Spirit
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Atk / 4 SpD
Adamant Nature
- Earthquake
- Poltergeist
- Body Press
- Trick

Poltergeist gives it even more of a power boost. Earthquake and Poltergeist are STAB. Body Press may not be boosted by Choice Band, but it's useful coverage. Trick to get rid of the Choice Band.

Answer 3

Runerigus @ Leftovers
Ability: Wandering Spirit
EVs: 252 HP, 252 Def, 4 SpDef
Nature: Impish
- Earthquake
- Body Press
- Toxic Spikes/Haze
- Stealth Rock

Answer 4

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Trait: Wandering Spirit
Nature: Careful (+Sp. Defense, -Sp. Attack)
EVs: 252 HP, 128 Defense, 128 Sp. Defense
Role: Physical Wall/Staller

Moves:

• Body Press
• Will-o'-wisp
• Iron Defense
• Amnesia or Toxic Spikes