LC Joltik



Overview
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Joltik is a bit of a mixed bag; on one hand, it has a good STAB move combination, only two weaknesses, and access to a speedy Volt Switch. On the other hand, it finds itself outclassed as an Electric-type by Chinchou and Magnemite. It does have a few redeeming qualities, however, such as its resistance to Fighting-type attacks, neutrality to Ground-type attacks, and ability to punish Chinchou with Giga Drain. No other Electric-type in Little Cup shares this unique combination of traits, which gives Joltik a small niche in Little Cup.

Choice Scarf
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name: Choice Scarf
move 1: Thunderbolt
move 2: Bug Buzz
move 3: Volt Switch
move 4: Giga Drain
ability: Swarm
item: Choice Scarf
evs: 36 HP / 220 SpA / 236 Spe
nature: Modest

Moves
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Thunderbolt is Joltik's strongest Electric-type STAB move and is a good tool to use for revenge killing. Bug Buzz is an equally powerful secondary STAB move that hits Grass-types and through Substitute. Volt Switch allows Joltik to scout early- and mid-game. Finally, Giga Drain provides important coverage against opposing Ground-types and Chinchou, which could otherwise switch into Joltik with ease.

Set Details
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The EV spread maximizes Special Attack and Speed. As Joltik is already very fast with Choice Scarf, a Modest nature is preferred to maximize its damage output; however, a Timid nature can be used to ensure you outspeed threats such as +2 Jolly Tirtouga and Jolly Choice Scarf Pawniard. The chosen ability is Swarm, as Joltik lacks moves that can take advantage of Compound Eyes, and Unnerve is almost completely useless, as it doesn't prevent Berry Juice consumption. Swarm, while situational, is the best option, as it can power up Bug Buzz when Joltik is significantly weakened.

Usage Tips
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Be careful when scouting with Joltik. Don't click Volt Switch right away if your opponent still has Chinchou or a Ground-type, as this could potentially lose a lot of momentum for your team. Instead, consider using Giga Drain or a tactful double switch. As a Choice Scarf user, Joltik can be used to scout early-game, then brought in for revenge killing throughout the game. It can switch into resisted hits if needed, but you must be wary of what Joltik is switching into, as strong neutral hits can KO it.

Team Options
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Joltik works best in a VoltTurn core to keep momentum flowing and the opponent at a disadvantage. Mienfoo makes for a great partner thanks to its resistance to Rock and ability to hit special walls on their weaker physical side. Mienfoo is able to heavily damage Magnemite and Munchlax, two Pokemon that wall Joltik. Having an entry hazard remover is critical because Joltik is weak to Stealth Rock and switches in and out a lot. Archen can also form a VoltTurn core with Joltik and keep entry hazards away with Defog, but one must keep in mind that the two Pokemon share a weakness to Rock. Several Rapid Spin users pair very nicely with Joltik. Staryu can take on Fire-, Rock-, and Ground-types with ease, while Joltik resists Staryu's weaknesses to Electric- and Grass-types. Drilbur and Tentacool also pair well with Joltik due to their abilities to take on Fire- and Rock-types. Finally, teammates that can set up entry hazards are useful, as this takes advantage of the switches Joltik forces and can net it KOs that it would otherwise miss.

Substitute + 3 Attacks
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name: Substitute + 3 Attacks
move 1: Substitute
move 2: Thunderbolt
move 3: Bug Buzz
move 4: Giga Drain
ability: Swarm
item: Life Orb / Berry Juice
evs: 36 HP / 220 SpA / 236 Spe
nature: Timid

Moves
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Substitute can ease prediction and allows Joltik to scout powerful attacks and shield itself from status. Thunderbolt and Bug Buzz are Joltik's strongest STAB moves and are quite powerful when backed by Life Orb. Bug Buzz allows Joltik to hit Grass-types hard, and Giga Drain allows Joltik to hit Ground-types and Chinchou for a lot of damage while recovering health lost from Substitute and Life Orb recoil.

Set Details
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The EV spread maximizes Joltik's Special Attack and Speed, with the remaining EVs put into HP. A Timid nature is preferred, as it allows Joltik to hit 17 Speed and outspeed the common Pokemon with 16 Speed. Life Orb provides Joltik with more power than Choice Scarf, but Berry Juice is an decent alternative because it gives Joltik more longevity and works well alongside Substitute.

Usage Tips
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Joltik can use its decent Speed to scout the foe's moves with Substitute and then proceed to hit the foe hard with Thunderbolt or Bug Buzz. If the opponent switches in a Pokemon meant to absorb an Electric-type move, such as Chinchou, it'll get smacked by Giga Drain and Joltik will regain the HP it lost from setting up the Substitute. Substitute can also be used to dodge Sucker Punch from Sucker Punch users such as Pawniard.

Team Options
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Damage piles up quickly on Joltik due to its vulnerability to Stealth Rock, Life Orb recoil, and use of Substitute, so teammates that can remove hazards with Rapid Spin or Defog, such as Staryu, Archen, and Drilbur, help immensely. As a special attacker, Joltik struggles getting past special walls, so teammates with high Attack and access to Knock Off, such as Pawniard, Timburr, and Mienfoo, can help wear them down. Finally, a teammate that can set up Stealth Rock or Spikes is useful for taking advantage of the opponent's switching and can net Joltik some extra KOs.

Other Options
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Hidden Power Fighting can be used to KO Pawniard, a Pokemon that Joltik otherwise has trouble dealing with. Hidden Power Ground is an option to OHKO Magnemite if its Sturdy has been broken, while still dealing respectable damage to Chinchou. Joltik can run an Agility set with Life Orb, but its overall frailty and susceptibility to priority prevents it from being a consistent sweeper. A bulky set with Eviolite or Berry Juice with support options like Thunder Wave is feasible, but Joltik is better suited to an offensive role. Energy Ball can be used over Giga Drain, but Giga Drain's healing effect is much more useful than a slight increase in damage output, especially because Energy Ball doesn't gain any notable OHKOs that Giga Drain would otherwise miss. Charge Beam is a method of boosting Joltik's Special Attack, but is unreliable. Joltik has access to Sucker Punch for priority, allowing it to OHKO Gastly, but lack of STAB on Sucker Punch and Joltik's low Attack stat means it won't be doing any significant damage. Joltik gets many physical options, such as Wild Charge, X-Scissor, and Poison Jab, but again, Joltik's Attack stat is too low to effectively pull off a physical or mixed set.

Checks & Counters
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**Munchlax**: Munchlax stands out as the best counter to Joltik, as it can sponge any attack Joltik throws at it and can deal heavy damage with Body Slam or OHKO it with Fire Punch.

**Magnemite**: Magnemite resists all moves commonly carried by Joltik and can wall it with Recycle and Berry Juice.

**Fire-types**: Fire-types such as Ponyta and Larvesta can easily switch in on Bug Buzz and Giga Drain and threaten Joltik with their STAB moves.

**Specially Bulky Pokemon**: Specially bulky Pokemon can switch into Joltik with ease, especially because Joltik isn't overwhelmingly powerful.

**Priority Users**: Joltik struggles against strong priority users such as Pawniard, which can take away around 80% of its health with a Sucker Punch. Fletchling can revenge kill Joltik with Acrobatics and a bit of prior damage.

**Pokemon with Sturdy + Berry Juice**: If there are no entry hazards on the field, Tirtouga and Dwebble can come in and render Joltik setup fodder. Dwebble is particularly good at this, as Rock Blast can beat the Subsitute + 3 Attacks set with ease.
 
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Removed Gligar mentions and Hidden Power Ice, since Gligar was really the only reason to run the move. The only things left that are hit hardest by HP Ice are Gible and Noibat, which isn't enough to warrant a slot in my opinion.
 
Why is Giga Drain good in the second moveset but not the first one? Is there a KO that Giga Drain can't get without Life Orb?

Why can't you run Berry Juice on the Sub + 3 Attacks set? Seems pretty useful, especially with a SR weakness. Also, Volt Switch seems like a bad idea with Substitute.
  • Archen and Larvesta can also form a VoltTurn core with Joltik, however they all share a Rock-type weakness, so their synergy isn’t as good.
  • Rapid Spin/Defog users are almost mandatory since it’s Stealth Rock weak and it does a lot of switching in and out.
Should mention Archen gets Defog. Also isn't Larvesta a little redundant with JoltiK? Mention Staryu, Joltik resists Water and Grass while Staryu takes Fire attacks and wrecks Ground-types. Drilbur resists Rock and has SR + EQ to kill Fire/Rock types, Tentacool resists Fire and can Knock Off stuff that walls Joltik.
 
^Good point, removed Energy Ball from the sets since I couldn't find any notable OHKOs that were lost by running Giga instead. It's in OO for now, but I'll put it back in if QC thinks it's important.

Made some other minor edits as well.
 

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Overview:
Mention a weakness to Stealth Rock and a susceptibility to all entry hazards.
Bullet Punch isn't common at all, so get rid of it.

Choice Scarf:
Mention that entry hazards on the opponent's side can help take advantage of the switches Joltik can force, and help it get a few extra KOs.

Substitute + 3 Attacks:
Add Knock Off users to teammates that can help weaken specially bulky Pokemon.
Mention that entry hazards on the opponent's side can help Joltik net a few extra KOs.

Checks and Counters:
Add Fire-types such as Larvesta and Ponyta; they are able to come in on Bug Buzz or Giga Drain and force Joltik out.
Add Sturdyjuice Magnemite; even though it's a Sturdyjuice user, it's still worth mentioning separately because it resists Volt Switch and walls Joltik endlessly.

Very good work n.n
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I think Hidden Powers are fine in OO. Ground-types and Chinchou are outright immune to Joltik's most important move in Volt Switch, so they are far larger priorities than a single Pokemon in Magnemite that you can pivot out of anyway. I could see HP Ground being more useful on the LO set, but then Giga Drain's healing becomes even more difficult to pass up.
 

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remove the sticky web mention in the OP; not learning sticky web isn't something to mention.

otherwise this looks fine, qc 2/3
 

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Overview
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Joltik is a bit of a mixed bag. On one hand, it has a good STAB move combination, only two weaknesses, and access to a speedy Volt Switch. On the other hand, it unfortunately finds itself fairly outclassed as an Electric-type by Chinchou and Magnemite. It does have a few redeeming qualities, however, such as its resistance to Fighting-type attacks, its neutrality to Ground-type attacks, and ability to punish Chinchou users with Giga Drain. No other Electric-type in Little Cup shares this unique combination of traits, giving which gives Joltik a small niche in Little Cup.

Choice Scarf
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name: Choice Scarf
move 1: Thunderbolt
move 2: Bug Buzz
move 3: Volt Switch
move 4: Giga Drain
ability: Swarm
item: Choice Scarf
evs: 36 HP / 220 SpA / 236 Spe
nature: Modest

Moves
========

Thunderbolt is Joltik's strongest Electric-type STAB move option, (RC) and is a good tool to use for revenge killing. Bug Buzz is an equally powerful secondary STAB move, (RC) which hits the Grass-types that resist Thunderbolt, (RC) not to mention it can hit Pokemon and through Substitute. Volt Switch allows Joltik to scout early/mid early- and mid-game. Finally, Giga Drain provides important coverage versus opposing Ground-types and Chinchou, who which could otherwise switch into Joltik with ease.

Set Details
========

The EV spread maximizes Special Attack and Speed. Since Joltik is already very fast with Choice Scarf, a Modest nature is preferred to maximize damage output., (change period to comma) however, a Timid nature can be used to ensure you outspeed threats such as +2 Jolly Tirtouga and Jolly Choice Scarf Pawniard. The chosen ability is Swarm since it because Joltik lacks good moves to that can take advantage of Compound Eyes, (RC) and Unnerve is nearly useless since it doesn't prevent Berry Juice consumption. Swarm, while situational, is the best option since it can power up Bug Buzz.

Usage Tips
========

Be careful when scouting with Joltik. Don't click Volt Switch right away if your opponent still has Chinchou or a Ground-type still alive, as this could potentially lose a lot of momentum for your team. Instead, consider using Giga Drain or a tactful double switch. As a Choice Scarf user, Joltik can be used both to scout early in the early-game, then brought in for revenge killing as needed (removed because of repetition) throughout the game. It can switch into resisted hits if needed, however, (AC) just be wary of what Joltik is switching in on into because since strong neutral hits can take it out.

Team Options
========

Joltik works best in a VoltTurn core to keep momentum flowing and the opponent at a disadvantage. Mienfoo makes for a great partner thanks to its resistance to Rock and its ability to hit special walls on their weaker physical side. Mienfoo does hefty damage to Magnemite and Munchlax, two Pokemon which who have no problem walling Joltik. Having a an entry hazard remover is critical since because Joltik is weak to Stealth Rock, (RC) considering Joltik and switches in and out a lot. Archen can also form a VoltTurn core with Joltik and can keep entry hazards away with Defog. H, (AC) however, keep in mind that the two Pokemon share a Rock weakness. Several Rapid Spinners pair very nicely with Joltik. Staryu can take on Fire-, Rock-, and Ground-types well, while Joltik in turn resists Staryu's weaknesses to Electric- and Grass-types. Drilbur and Tentacool also pair well with Joltik due to their abilities to take on Fire/ Fire- and Rock-types. Finally, teammates that can lay down entry hazards on the opponent’s side are useful, since this takes advantage of the switches Joltik forces and can net Joltik it KOs that it would otherwise miss.

Substitute + 3 Attacks
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name: Substitute + 3 Attacks
move 1: Substitute
move 2: Thunderbolt
move 3: Bug Buzz
move 4: Giga Drain
ability: Swarm
item: Life Orb / Berry Juice
evs: 36 HP / 220 SpA / 236 Spe
nature: Timid

Moves
========

Substitute is an excellent move, can ease prediction and allowing its allows Joltik to scout powerful attacks ease prediction, (RC) and shield itself from status. Thunderbolt and Bug Buzz are is Joltik's strongest Electric STAB move moves, (RC) and is are quite powerful when backed by Life Orb. Bug Buzz is Joltik's strongest Bug STAB, (RC) and allows Joltik to hit Grass-types hard., (change period to comma) and Giga Drain allows Joltik to simultaneously hit Ground-types and Chinchou for a lot of damage hard, (RC) and recover while recovering health lost from Substitute and Life Orb recoil.

Set Details
========

The EV spread maximizes Joltik's Special Attack and Speed, with the remaining EVs put in into HP. A Timid nature is preferred, (AC) as it allows Joltik to hit 17 Speed, (RC) and outspeed outspeeding the massive 16 Speed tier. Life Orb provides this set Joltik with more power than the Choice Scarf set, but Berry Juice is an decent alternative, (RC) since because it gives Joltik more longevity and works well alongside Substitute.

Usage Tips
========

Joltik can use its decent Speed to scout the opponent with Substitute, then proceed to hit the opposition hard with Thunderbolt and or Bug Buzz. If the opponent switches in a Pokemon meant to absorb an Electric-type move, such as Chinchou, they'll it'll get smacked by Giga Drain, (RC) and Joltik will regain the HP it lost from setting up the Substitute. Substitute can also be used to dodge Sucker Punch from Pokemon such as the likes of Pawniard in a pinch.

Team Options
========

Damage piles up quickly on Joltik thanks due to its vulnerability to Stealth Rock, Life Orb recoil, and use of Substitute, so teammates that can use Rapid Spin or Defog help out Joltik immensely, such as Staryu, Archen, and Drilbur, (AC) help immensely. As a special attacker, Joltik struggles getting past special walls, so teammates with high physical Attack and access to Knock Off, such as Pawniard, Timburr, and Mienfoo, (AC) can help wear them down. Finally, a teammate that can lay set up Stealth Rock or Spikes is useful for taking advantage of the opponent's switching and can net Joltik some extra KOs.

Other Options
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Hidden Power Fighting can be used to defeat Pawniard, a Pokemon that Joltik otherwise has trouble dealing with. Hidden Power Ground is an option to OHKO Magnemite (if Sturdy has been broken), (RC) while still dealing respectable damage to Chinchou. Joltik can run an Agility set with Life Orb, but its overall frailness frailty and susceptibility to priority prevents it from being a consistent sweeper. A bulky set with Eviolite or Berry Juice with support options like Thunder Wave is feasible, but Joltik is better suited to an offensive role. Energy Ball can be used over Giga Drain on any of the sets, but Giga Drain's healing effect is much more useful than a slight increase in damage output, especially since Energy Ball doesn't gain any notable OHKOs that Giga Drain would otherwise miss. Charge Beam is a method of boosting Joltik's Special Attack, but it's unreliable. Joltik has access to Sucker Punch for priority, allowing it to "outspeed" and OHKO Gastly, but lack of STAB and Joltik's low Attack stat means it won't be doing any significant damage otherwise. Joltik get many physical options in fact, such as Wild Charge, X-Scissor, and Poison Jab, but again, (AC) Joltik's Attack stat is too low to effectively pull off a physical or mixed set.

Checks & Counters
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**Munchlax**: Munchlax stands out as the best counter to Joltik since it can sponge any attack Joltik throws at it, (RC) and can deal heavy damage with Body Slam or OHKO it with Fire Punch.

**Magnemite**: Magnemite resists all moves commonly carried by Joltik and can wall it endlessly with Recycle and Berry Juice.

**Fire-types**: Fire-types such as Ponyta and Larvesta can easily switch in on Bug Buzz and Giga Drain and threaten Joltik with their STAB moves.

**Specially Bulky Pokemon**: They Specially bulky Pokemon can switch into Joltik with few issues, especially since Joltik isn't overwhelmingly powerful.

**Priority Users**: Joltik struggles against strong priority users such as Pawniard, (RC) who which can take away around 80% of its health with a Sucker Punch. Fletchling can revenge kill Joltik with Acrobatics and a bit of prior damage.

**Pokemon with Sturdy+Berry Juice**: If there are no entry hazards on the field, Tirtouga and Dwebble can come in and turn Joltik into setup fodder. Dwebble is particularly good for the job at this, since Rock Blast can beat the Substitute + 3 Attacks Joltik set with ease.
 
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Overview
########

Joltik is a bit of a mixed bag. On one hand, it has a good STAB move combination, only two weaknesses, and access to a speedy Volt Switch. On the other hand, it unfortunately finds itself fairly outclassed as an Electric-type by Chinchou and Magnemite. It does have a few redeeming qualities, however, such as its resistance to Fighting-type attacks, its neutrality to Ground-type attacks, and ability to punish Chinchou users with Giga Drain. No other Electric-type in Little Cup shares this unique combination of traits, giving which gives Joltik a small niche in Little Cup.

Choice Scarf
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name: Choice Scarf
move 1: Thunderbolt
move 2: Bug Buzz
move 3: Volt Switch
move 4: Giga Drain
ability: Swarm
item: Choice Scarf
evs: 36 HP / 220 SpA / 236 Spe
nature: Modest

Moves
========

Thunderbolt is Joltik's strongest Electric-type STAB move option, (RC) and is a good tool to use for revenge killing. Bug Buzz is an equally powerful secondary STAB move, (RC) which hits the Grass-types that resist Thunderbolt, (RC) not to mention it can hit Pokemon and through Substitute. Volt Switch allows Joltik to scout early/mid early- and mid-game. Finally, Giga Drain provides important coverage versus opposing Ground-types and Chinchou, who which could otherwise switch into Joltik with ease.

Set Details
========

The EV spread maximizes Special Attack and Speed. Since Joltik is already very fast with Choice Scarf, a Modest nature is preferred to maximize damage output., (change period to comma) however, a Timid nature can be used to ensure you outspeed threats such as +2 Jolly Tirtouga and Jolly Choice Scarf Pawniard. The chosen ability is Swarm since it because Joltik lacks good moves to that can take advantage of Compound Eyes, (RC) and Unnerve is nearly useless since it doesn't prevent Berry Juice consumption. Swarm, while situational, is the best option since it can power up Bug Buzz.

Usage Tips
========

Be careful when scouting with Joltik. Don't click Volt Switch right away if your opponent still has Chinchou or a Ground-type still alive, as this could potentially lose a lot of momentum for your team. Instead, consider using Giga Drain or a tactful double switch. As a Choice Scarf user, Joltik can be used both to scout early in the early-game, then brought in for revenge killing as needed (removed because of repetition) throughout the game. It can switch into resisted hits if needed, however, (AC) just be wary of what Joltik is switching in on into because since strong neutral hits can take it out.

Team Options
========

Joltik works best in a VoltTurn core to keep momentum flowing and the opponent at a disadvantage. Mienfoo makes for a great partner thanks to its resistance to Rock and its ability to hit special walls on their weaker physical side. Mienfoo does hefty damage to Magnemite and Munchlax, two Pokemon which who have no problem walling Joltik. Having a an entry hazard remover is critical since because Joltik is weak to Stealth Rock, (RC) considering Joltik and switches in and out a lot. Archen can also form a VoltTurn core with Joltik and can keep entry hazards away with Defog. H, (AC) however, keep in mind that the two Pokemon share a Rock weakness. Several Rapid Spinners pair very nicely with Joltik. Staryu can take on Fire-, Rock-, and Ground-types well, while Joltik in turn resists Staryu's weaknesses to Electric- and Grass-types. Drilbur and Tentacool also pair well with Joltik due to their abilities to take on Fire/ Fire- and Rock-types. Finally, teammates that can lay down entry hazards on the opponent’s side are useful, since this takes advantage of the switches Joltik forces and can net Joltik it KOs that it would otherwise miss.

Substitute + 3 Attacks
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name: Substitute + 3 Attacks
move 1: Substitute
move 2: Thunderbolt
move 3: Bug Buzz
move 4: Giga Drain
ability: Swarm
item: Life Orb / Berry Juice
evs: 36 HP / 220 SpA / 236 Spe
nature: Timid

Moves
========

Substitute is an excellent move, can ease prediction and allowing its allows Joltik to scout powerful attacks ease prediction, (RC) and shield itself from status. Thunderbolt and Bug Buzz are is Joltik's strongest Electric STAB move moves, (RC) and is are quite powerful when backed by Life Orb. Bug Buzz is Joltik's strongest Bug STAB, (RC) and allows Joltik to hit Grass-types hard., (change period to comma) and Giga Drain allows Joltik to simultaneously hit Ground-types and Chinchou for a lot of damage hard, (RC) and recover while recovering health lost from Substitute and Life Orb recoil.

Set Details
========

The EV spread maximizes Joltik's Special Attack and Speed, with the remaining EVs put in into HP. A Timid nature is preferred, (AC) as it allows Joltik to hit 17 Speed, (RC) and outspeed outspeeding the massive 16 Speed tier. Life Orb provides this set Joltik with more power than the Choice Scarf set, but Berry Juice is an decent alternative, (RC) since because it gives Joltik more longevity and works well alongside Substitute.

Usage Tips
========

Joltik can use its decent Speed to scout the opponent with Substitute, then proceed to hit the opposition hard with Thunderbolt and or Bug Buzz. If the opponent switches in a Pokemon meant to absorb an Electric-type move, such as Chinchou, they'll it'll get smacked by Giga Drain, (RC) and Joltik will regain the HP it lost from setting up the Substitute. Substitute can also be used to dodge Sucker Punch from Pokemon such as the likes of Pawniard in a pinch.

Team Options
========

Damage piles up quickly on Joltik thanks due to its vulnerability to Stealth Rock, Life Orb recoil, and use of Substitute, so teammates that can use Rapid Spin or Defog help out Joltik immensely, such as Staryu, Archen, and Drilbur, (AC) help immensely. As a special attacker, Joltik struggles getting past special walls, so teammates with high physical Attack and access to Knock Off, such as Pawniard, Timburr, and Mienfoo, (AC) can help wear them down. Finally, a teammate that can lay set up Stealth Rock or Spikes is useful for taking advantage of the opponent's switching and can net Joltik some extra KOs.

Other Options
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Hidden Power Fighting can be used to defeat Pawniard, a Pokemon that Joltik otherwise has trouble dealing with. Hidden Power Ground is an option to OHKO Magnemite (if Sturdy has been broken), (RC) while still dealing respectable damage to Chinchou. Joltik can run an Agility set with Life Orb, but its overall frailness frailty and susceptibility to priority prevents it from being a consistent sweeper. A bulky set with Eviolite or Berry Juice with support options like Thunder Wave is feasible, but Joltik is better suited to an offensive role. Energy Ball can be used over Giga Drain on any of the sets, but Giga Drain's healing effect is much more useful than a slight increase in damage output, especially since Energy Ball doesn't gain any notable OHKOs that Giga Drain would otherwise miss. Charge Beam is a method of boosting Joltik's Special Attack, but it's unreliable. Joltik has access to Sucker Punch for priority, allowing it to "outspeed" and OHKO Gastly, but lack of STAB and Joltik's low Attack stat means it won't be doing any significant damage otherwise. Joltik get many physical options in fact, such as Wild Charge, X-Scissor, and Poison Jab, but again, (AC) Joltik's Attack stat is too low to effectively pull off a physical or mixed set.

Checks & Counters
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**Munchlax**: Munchlax stands out as the best counter to Joltik since it can sponge any attack Joltik throws at it, (RC) and can deal heavy damage with Body Slam or OHKO it with Fire Punch.

**Magnemite**: Magnemite resists all moves commonly carried by Joltik and can wall it endlessly with Recycle and Berry Juice.

**Fire-types**: Fire-types such as Ponyta and Larvesta can easily switch in on Bug Buzz and Giga Drain and threaten Joltik with their STAB moves.

**Specially Bulky Pokemon**: They Specially bulky Pokemon can switch into Joltik with few issues, especially since Joltik isn't overwhelmingly powerful.

**Priority Users**: Joltik struggles against strong priority users such as Pawniard, (RC) who which can take away around 80% of its health with a Sucker Punch. Fletchling can revenge kill Joltik with Acrobatics and a bit of prior damage.

**Pokemon with Sturdy+Berry Juice**: If there are no entry hazards on the field, Tirtouga and Dwebble can come in and turn Joltik into setup fodder. Dwebble is particularly good for the job at this, since Rock Blast can beat the Substitute + 3 Attacks Joltik set with ease.
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Not much to say or do, pretty mistake free.

That said, didn't talk about swarm on second set, what gives?

Comments just explain subjective changes i made.

Comments:

I felt like the swarm explanation was too long, kinda liked it despite this though. Anyhow, simply put, other abilities suck so swarm gets the nod.


Sub set, just saying bug buzz is a powerful stab is enough imo. It's equally strong and good as tbolt, you could just as easily say tbolt beats flyings for it.

In other options, by saying kos, you can include that it doesn't miss any 2hitkoes either.


Overview
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Joltik is a bit of a mixed bag. On one hand, it has a good STAB move combination, only two weaknesses, and access to a speedy Volt Switch. On the other hand, it unfortunately finds itself fairly outclassed as an Electric-type by Chinchou and Magnemite. It does have a few redeeming qualities, however, such as its resistance to Fighting-type attacks, neutrality to Ground-type attacks, and ability to punish Chinchou with Giga Drain. No other Electric-type in Little Cup shares this unique combination of traits, which gives Joltik a small niche in Little Cup.

Choice Scarf
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name: Choice Scarf
move 1: Thunderbolt
move 2: Bug Buzz
move 3: Volt Switch
move 4: Giga Drain
ability: Swarm
item: Choice Scarf
evs: 36 HP / 220 SpA / 236 Spe
nature: Modest

Moves
========

Thunderbolt is Joltik's strongest Electric-type STAB move and is a good tool to use for revenge killing. Bug Buzz is an equally powerful secondary STAB move which hits Grass-types and through Substitute. Volt Switch allows Joltik to scout early- and mid-game. Finally, Giga Drain provides important coverage versus opposing Ground-types and Chinchou, which could otherwise switch into Joltik with ease.

Set Details
========

The EV spread maximizes Special Attack and Speed. Since Joltik is already very fast with Choice Scarf, a Modest nature is preferred to maximize damage output, however, a Timid nature can be used to ensure you outspeed threats such as +2 Jolly Tirtouga and Jolly Choice Scarf Pawniard. The chosen ability is Swarm because Joltik lacks moves that can take advantage of Compound Eyes, and Unnerve is nearly useless since it doesn't prevent Berry Juice consumption. Swarm, while situational, is the best option since it can power up Bug Buzz.

Usage Tips
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Be careful when scouting with Joltik. Don't click Volt Switch right away if your opponent still has Chinchou or a Ground-type, as this could potentially lose a lot of momentum for your team. Instead, consider using Giga Drain or a tactful double switch. As a Choice Scarf user, Joltik can be used to scout early-game, then brought in for revenge killing throughout the game. It can switch into resisted hits if needed, however, just be wary of what Joltik is switching into because strong neutral hits can take it out.

Team Options
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Joltik works best in a VoltTurn core to keep momentum flowing and the opponent at a disadvantage. Mienfoo makes for a great partner thanks to its resistance to Rock and ability to hit special walls on their weaker physical side. Mienfoo does hefty damage to Magnemite and Munchlax, two Pokemon which have no problem walling Joltik. Having an entry hazard remover is critical because Joltik is weak to Stealth Rock and switches in and out a lot. Archen can also form a VoltTurn core and keep entry hazards away with Defog, however, keep in mind that the two Pokemon share a Rock weakness. Several Rapid Spinners pair very nicely with Joltik. Staryu can take on Fire-, Rock-, and Ground-types well, while Joltik in resists Staryu's weaknesses to Electric- and Grass-types. Drilbur and Tentacool also pair well with Joltik due to their abilities to take on Fire- and Rock-types. Finally, teammates that can lay down entry hazards are useful, since this takes advantage of the switches Joltik forces and can net it KOs that it would otherwise miss.

Substitute + 3 Attacks
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name: Substitute + 3 Attacks
move 1: Substitute
move 2: Thunderbolt
move 3: Bug Buzz
move 4: Giga Drain
ability: Swarm
item: Life Orb / Berry Juice
evs: 36 HP / 220 SpA / 236 Spe
nature: Timid

Moves
========

Substitute can ease prediction and allows Joltik to scout powerful attacks and shield itself from status. Thunderbolt and Bug Buzz are Joltik's strongest STAB moves and are quite powerful when backed by Life Orb. Bug Buzz allows Joltik to hit Grass-types hard, and Giga Drain allows Joltik to simultaneously hit Ground-types and Chinchou for a lot of damage while recovering health lost from Substitute and Life Orb recoil.

Set Details
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The EV spread maximizes Joltik's Special Attack and Speed, with the remaining EVs put into HP. A Timid nature is preferred, as it allows Joltik to hit 17 Speed and outspeed the massive 16 Speed tier. Life Orb provides Joltik with more power than Choice Scarf, but Berry Juice is an decent alternative because it gives Joltik more longevity and works well alongside Substitute.

Usage Tips
========

Joltik can use its decent Speed to scout the opponent with Substitute, then proceed to hit the opposition hard with Thunderbolt or Bug Buzz. If the opponent switches in a Pokemon meant to absorb an Electric-type move, such as Chinchou, it’ll get smacked by Giga Drain and Joltik will regain the HP it lost from setting up the Substitute. Substitute can also be used to dodge Sucker Punch from Pokemon such as Pawniard.

Team Options
========

Damage piles up quickly on Joltik due to its vulnerability to Stealth Rock, Life Orb recoil, and use of Substitute, so teammates that can use Rapid Spin or Defog, such as Staryu, Archen, and Drilbur, help immensely. As a special attacker, Joltik struggles getting past special walls, so teammates with high Attack and access to Knock Off, such as Pawniard, Timburr, and Mienfoo, can help wear them down. Finally, a teammate that can set up Stealth Rock or Spikes is useful for taking advantage of the opponent's switching and can net Joltik some extra KOs.

Other Options
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Hidden Power Fighting can be used to defeat Pawniard, a Pokemon that Joltik otherwise has trouble dealing with. Hidden Power Ground is an option to OHKO Magnemite if Sturdy has been broken, while still dealing respectable damage to Chinchou. Joltik can run an Agility set with Life Orb, but its overall frailty and susceptibility to priority prevents it from being a consistent sweeper. A bulky set with Eviolite or Berry Juice with support options like Thunder Wave is feasible, but Joltik is better suited to an offensive role. Energy Ball can be used over Giga Drain, but Giga Drain's healing effect is much more useful than a slight increase in damage output, especially since Energy Ball doesn't gain any notable OHKOs that Giga Drain would otherwise miss. Charge Beam is a method of boosting Joltik's Special Attack, but it's unreliable. Joltik has access to Sucker Punch for priority, allowing it to "outspeed" and OHKO Gastly, but lack of STAB and Joltik's low Attack stat means it won't be doing any significant damage. Joltik get many physical options, such as Wild Charge, X-Scissor, and Poison Jab, but again, Joltik's Attack stat is too low to effectively pull off a physical or mixed set.

Checks & Counters
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**Munchlax**: Munchlax stands out as the best counter to Joltik since it can sponge any attack Joltik throws at it and can deal heavy damage with Body Slam or OHKO it with Fire Punch.

**Magnemite**: Magnemite resists all moves commonly carried by Joltik and can wall it endlessly with Recycle and Berry Juice.

**Fire-types**: Fire-types such as Ponyta and Larvesta can easily switch in on Bug Buzz and Giga Drain and threaten Joltik with their STAB moves.

**Specially Bulky Pokemon**: Specially bulky Pokemon can switch into Joltik with few issues, especially since Joltik isn't overwhelmingly powerful.

**Priority Users**: Joltik struggles against strong priority users such as Pawniard which can take away around 80% of its health with a Sucker Punch. Fletchling can revenge kill Joltik with Acrobatics and a bit of prior damage.

**Pokemon with Sturdy+Berry Juice**: If there are no entry hazards on the field, Tirtouga and Dwebble can come in and turn Joltik into setup fodder. Dwebble is particularly good at this, since Rock Blast can beat the Subsitute + 3 Attacks Joltik set with ease.
 

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Overview
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Joltik is a bit of a mixed bag. O; on one hand, it has a good STAB move combination, only two weaknesses, and access to a speedy Volt Switch. On the other hand, it unfortunately finds itself fairly outclassed as an Electric-type by Chinchou and Magnemite. It does have a few redeeming qualities, however, such as its resistance to Fighting-type attacks, neutrality to Ground-type attacks, and ability to punish Chinchou with Giga Drain. No other Electric-type in Little Cup shares this unique combination of traits, which gives Joltik a small niche in Little Cup.

Choice Scarf
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name: Choice Scarf
move 1: Thunderbolt
move 2: Bug Buzz
move 3: Volt Switch
move 4: Giga Drain
ability: Swarm
item: Choice Scarf
evs: 36 HP / 220 SpA / 236 Spe
nature: Modest

Moves
========

Thunderbolt is Joltik's strongest Electric-type STAB move and is a good tool to use for revenge killing. Bug Buzz is an equally powerful secondary STAB move whichthat hits Grass-types and through Substitute. Volt Switch allows Joltik to scout early- and mid-game. Finally, Giga Drain provides important coverage versusagainst opposing Ground-types and Chinchou, which could otherwise switch into Joltik with ease.

Set Details
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The EV spread maximizes Special Attack and Speed. SinceAs Joltik is already very fast with Choice Scarf, a Modest nature is preferred to maximize its damage output,; however, a Timid nature can be used to ensure you outspeed threats such as +2 Jolly Tirtouga and Jolly Choice Scarf Pawniard. The chosen ability is Swarm, because Joltik lacks moves that can take advantage of Compound Eyes, and Unnerve is nearalmost completely useless, asince it doesn't prevent Berry Juice consumption. Swarm, while situational, is the best option, asince it can power up Bug Buzz when Joltik is significantly weakened.

Usage Tips
========

Be careful when scouting with Joltik. Don't click Volt Switch right away if your opponent still has Chinchou or a Ground-type, as this could potentially lose a lot of momentum for your team. Instead, consider using Giga Drain or a tactful double switch. As a Choice Scarf user, Joltik can be used to scout early-game, then brought in for revenge killing throughout the game. It can switch into resisted hits if needed, however, jbut you must be wary of what Joltik is switching into, because strong neutral hits can takeKO it out.

Team Options
========

Joltik works best in a VoltTurn core to keep momentum flowing and the opponent at a disadvantage. Mienfoo makes for a great partner thanks to its resistance to Rock and ability to hit special walls on their weaker physical side. Mienfoo doesis able to heftavily damage to Magnemite and Munchlax, two Pokemon which have no problemthat walling Joltik. Having an entry hazard remover is critical because Joltik is weak to Stealth Rock and switches in and out a lot. Archen can also form a VoltTurn core with Joltik and keep entry hazards away with Defog, however,but one must keep in mind that the two Pokemon share a Rock weakness to Rock. Several Rapid Spinners Spin users pair very nicely with Joltik. Staryu can take on Fire-, Rock-, and Ground-types wellith ease, while Joltik in resists Staryu's weaknesses to Electric- and Grass-types. Drilbur and Tentacool also pair well with Joltik due to their abilities to take on Fire- and Rock-types. Finally, teammates that can lay downset up entry hazards are useful, asince this takes advantage of the switches Joltik forces and can net it KOs that it would otherwise miss.

Substitute + 3 Attacks
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name: Substitute + 3 Attacks
move 1: Substitute
move 2: Thunderbolt
move 3: Bug Buzz
move 4: Giga Drain
ability: Swarm
item: Life Orb / Berry Juice
evs: 36 HP / 220 SpA / 236 Spe
nature: Timid

Moves
========

Substitute can ease prediction and allows Joltik to scout powerful attacks and shield itself from status. Thunderbolt and Bug Buzz are Joltik's strongest STAB moves and are quite powerful when backed by Life Orb. Bug Buzz allows Joltik to hit Grass-types hard, and Giga Drain allows Joltik to simultaneously hit Ground-types and Chinchou for a lot of damage while recovering health lost from Substitute and Life Orb recoil.

Set Details
========

The EV spread maximizes Joltik's Special Attack and Speed, with the remaining EVs put into HP. A Timid nature is preferred, as it allows Joltik to hit 17 Speed and outspeed the massivecommon Pokemon with 16 Speed tier. Life Orb provides Joltik with more power than Choice Scarf, but Berry Juice is an decent alternative because it gives Joltik more longevity and works well alongside Substitute.

Usage Tips
========

Joltik can use its decent Speed to scout the opponentfoe's moves with Substitute, and then proceed to hit the oppositionfoe hard with Thunderbolt or Bug Buzz. If the opponent switches in a Pokemon meant to absorb an Electric-type move, such as Chinchou, it'll get smacked by Giga Drain and Joltik will regain the HP it lost from setting up the Substitute. Substitute can also be used to dodge Sucker Punch from PokemonSucker Punch users such as Pawniard.

Team Options
========

Damage piles up quickly on Joltik due to its vulnerability to Stealth Rock, Life Orb recoil, and use of Substitute, so teammates that can useremove hazards with Rapid Spin or Defog, such as Staryu, Archen, and Drilbur, help immensely. As a special attacker, Joltik struggles getting past special walls, so teammates with high Attack and access to Knock Off, such as Pawniard, Timburr, and Mienfoo, can help wear them down. Finally, a teammate that can set up Stealth Rock or Spikes is useful for taking advantage of the opponent's switching and can net Joltik some extra KOs.

Other Options
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Hidden Power Fighting can be used to defeatKO Pawniard, a Pokemon that Joltik otherwise has trouble dealing with. Hidden Power Ground is an option to OHKO Magnemite if its Sturdy has been broken, while still dealing respectable damage to Chinchou. Joltik can run an Agility set with Life Orb, but its overall frailty and susceptibility to priority prevents it from being a consistent sweeper. A bulky set with Eviolite or Berry Juice with support options like Thunder Wave is feasible, but Joltik is better suited to an offensive role. Energy Ball can be used over Giga Drain, but Giga Drain's healing effect is much more useful than a slight increase in damage output, especially sincbecause Energy Ball doesn't gain any notable OHKOs that Giga Drain would otherwise miss. Charge Beam is a method of boosting Joltik's Special Attack, but it's unreliable. Joltik has access to Sucker Punch for priority, allowing it to "outspeed" and OHKO Gastly, but lack of STAB on Sucker Punch and Joltik's low Attack stat means it won't be doing any significant damage. Joltik gets many physical options, such as Wild Charge, X-Scissor, and Poison Jab, but again, Joltik's Attack stat is too low to effectively pull off a physical or mixed set.

Checks & Counters
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**Munchlax**: Munchlax stands out as the best counter to Joltik, asince it can sponge any attack Joltik throws at it and can deal heavy damage with Body Slam or OHKO it with Fire Punch.

**Magnemite**: Magnemite resists all moves commonly carried by Joltik and can wall it endlessly with Recycle and Berry Juice.

**Fire-types**: Fire-types such as Ponyta and Larvesta can easily switch in on Bug Buzz and Giga Drain and threaten Joltik with their STAB moves.

**Specially Bulky Pokemon**: Specially bulky Pokemon can switch into Joltik with few issuesease, especially sincbecause Joltik isn't overwhelmingly powerful.

**Priority Users**: Joltik struggles against strong priority users such as Pawniard, which can take away around 80% of its health with a Sucker Punch. Fletchling can revenge kill Joltik with Acrobatics and a bit of prior damage.

**Pokemon with Sturdy + Berry Juice add spaces between +**: If there are no entry hazards on the field, Tirtouga and Dwebble can come in and turender Joltik into setup fodder. Dwebble is particularly good at this, asince Rock Blast can beat the Subsitute + 3 Attacks Joltik set with ease.

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