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Hello, apologies, is mew a decent defogger in the current metagame? I'm considering running one to alleviate a few weaknesses, and can't afford to run latios or a spinner. Thanks in advance!
Apologies if this is not the correct spot, looking to get into UU. What would be good partners for Banded Krookodile? It's my favorite pokemon and I would like a starting point (or even a team if you're kind enough) to help learn the metagame. Thanks!
I read somewhere recently that for Mega Slowbro, offensive MegaBro sets were considered to outclass the CroBro set, and I was just confused as to why exactly when the CroBro set seemed more potent.
Sorry for the redundant question, but why is Mega CroBro considered outclasses by it's offensive sets? Is it because of set up pokemon or is there another reason I'm missing because on paper it seems like a monster. Thanks!
Is SD Acrobatics talonflame a legit set? I've been trying it, and I honestly can't tell if it's inferior to the standard sd brave bird + sharp beak set. I like it's longevity, but at times i really miss the power. I just like it's ability to set up all over stallbreaker mew.
Thank you for your response! Isn't Baton Pass on Celebi superior to u-turn as u-turn has negligible damage output whilst baton pass still eases prediction while preventing some pursuit traps?
What would you guys consider good partners for Mega Garchomp? He has great physical bulk and mixed attacking, but his speed is lacking. I'm guessing volt-turners or pivot switches?
Alright, thank you! It's been pretty neat so far, surprisingly not a lot of people expect a scarfed hydreigon (most assume specs) and once the team is weakened it cleans up very well
I've been trying a scarf set, do you guys believe this is optimized?
Dies Irae (Hydreigon) @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Levitate
Shiny: Yes
EVs: 252 Spd / 252 SAtk / 4 Atk
Hasty Nature
- Draco Meteor
- Fire Blast
- Dark Pulse
- U-turn