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I think Swift Swim is going to allow him to be less of a tank and more of a bulky sweeper, similar to Tyranitar. It'll be interesting to see where the 100 BST goes.
Yep, Masuda talked about it. I couldn't fully translate the tweets (because I'm shit at Japanese), but it seems they admitted MegaKenga *might* be overpowered and that they *might* do something about it.
Now, this doesn't mean anything. They have already changed mechanics mid-gen, such as Hypnosis's accuracy in DPPt. They also changed some pokémon's BSTs in XY, and will certainly fix MegaAlakazam's BST (it has only a +90 increase). I wouldn't expect more Base Stat changes, to be honest. But who knows.
Oh, and how could I forget? NEW THREAD THEME:
Link me the Tweet please, I have good resources and can get a good translation. I mean after all, I follow Hiro Mashima on Twitter.
- I like Mega Sceptile even though I had wanted Grass/Dragon for Mega Meganium eventually. What it'll do in singles might depend on where the stats go, but in doubles, the stats don't even matter. It resists Earthquake, quad resists Surf, and, most importantly, Mega Sceptile will unleash righteous vengeance if you Discharge its buddy Gyarados.
- I'm really excited for Mega Swampert. It's my third favorite starter and I see no way to distribute 100 extra BST without huge impact. Whatever Mega Swampert winds up doing, it should be pretty cool. It has the movepool to be a tank, sweeper, or Stealth Rock user, and even Curse Swampert could come back. It all depends where the stats go, but you basically can't go wrong.
- Over in a corner, Ludicolo smiles. Mega Swampert buffs rain, teams up well with Ludicolo by nerfing Thunder Wave, and loses to Ludicolo as an opponent all in one shot. Plus Kyogre (and even Groudon) could be all over the uber spam of random passerby matches, waiting to be annihilated by a pineapple duck. now just give me Mega Ludicolo and this will be the ultimate game
- I'm really excited for Mega Swampert. It's my third favorite starter and I see no way to distribute 100 extra BST without huge impact. Whatever Mega Swampert winds up doing, it should be pretty cool. It has the movepool to be a tank, sweeper, or Stealth Rock user, and even Curse Swampert could come back. It all depends where the stats go, but you basically can't go wrong.
- Over in a corner, Ludicolo smiles. Mega Swampert buffs rain, teams up well with Ludicolo by nerfing Thunder Wave, and loses to Ludicolo as an opponent all in one shot. Plus Kyogre (and even Groudon) could be all over the uber spam of random passerby matches, waiting to be annihilated by a pineapple duck. now just give me Mega Ludicolo and this will be the ultimate game
Always thought he had white hair with a headband! Was completely shocked when I realized it was actually a hat the whole time xD
They should change mega-khans base speed to 80 and I feel that would allow it to be more easily revenge killed. Then throw that 20 into Spattk.
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Fake Out + Sucker Punch combo would still kill way too many things, though.
Have they confirmed any move tutors? If not, I'd really like another knock off tutor.
Mega swampert looks so funny. I am excited to see where the 100 bst goes on my favorite Mon.
Mega swampert looks so funny. I am excited to see where the 100 bst goes on my favorite Mon.
No move tutors confirmed yet. Though I am looking forward to teaching my Kalos born Gardevoir Hyper Voice as a tutor move.
they've had tutors since emerald so I'll be surprised if they get rid of them.
Yea that's true...Not sure how they could balance such a monster. Either have to remove certain moves from its movepool or drastically lower its attack which I see neither happening in any way shape or form :/
Instead of the second hit dealing 50% of the damage the first hit did, it could be 25%.
Interesting that all the starters have abilities related to speed. Mega Scep is immune to Thunder Wave and Stun Spore and is probably going to have more speed when it evolves, Mega Swamp gets Swift Swim and we all know Mega Blaze received Speed Boost. Also, Brenden looks like a male Shauna lol :S.
Errm, this is not the place for competitive discussion, but nerfing Parental Bond to a 30% or 33% boost would be enough. It would still have a 66BP Fight-type Swords Dance, but that's only relevant in Singles. It would be pretty balanced for Doubles already.
Looking forward to trying these new megas!
Yup that pretty much works actually. Nice yo, I was thinking in my head that it was already 25% but it is indeed 50% which is madness. Hopefully that is implemented.
It's not just the bandanna though... I don't know what exactly. I don't hate it but it just feels off that's all.
Nope, neither Grass typing or Lightning Rod actually prevents Paralysis, only the means of getting inflicted through Stun Spore or Thunder Wave, respectively. The only ways Mega Sceptile could get paralyzed is through Body Slam, Static, and Synchronize. Mold Breaker also goes through LRod but I don't know if any electric types get it.
Edit: Mega Ampharos gets Mold Breaker, oops.
Mega Ampharos has Mold Breaker, and Zekrom has Teravolt, which is exactly like Mold Breaker. Just in case if you were wondering.
Well, I've looked at it:
And here is what I can deduce (I need help from my aquaintence who can speak and read Japanese Fluently to be positive.):
"Game Freak's Masuda-san has remarked that Mega Kangaskhan might be too strong as is and possible fine tunning of it could be underway."
Not positive on how good this, I'm a rookie at Japanese (being mostly self-taught), but I can least say with certainty: This is the gist of it.
And here is what I can deduce (I need help from my aquaintence who can speak and read Japanese Fluently to be positive.):
"Game Freak's Masuda-san has remarked that Mega Kangaskhan might be too strong as is and possible fine tunning of it could be underway."
Not positive on how good this, I'm a rookie at Japanese (being mostly self-taught), but I can least say with certainty: This is the gist of it.
Sceptile is actually in a really great position with that Mega Mode. His movepool allows him to have Grass and Dragon STABs, access to Hidden Power Fire AND Rock Slide as additional coverage for his grass type weaknesses. (it's everything I ever wanted for Serperior) With what is likely going to be boosted attack and speed, and free switch ins to predicted Vole Switches and Thunder Waves, Flying and Ice priority will literally be his only downfall!
I think I might have to breed myself a HP Fire Sceptile just for that. It's gonna be a whole lot of fun!
I think I might have to breed myself a HP Fire Sceptile just for that. It's gonna be a whole lot of fun!
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