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QC: 49 / atomicllamas / Arikado
GP: The Dutch Plumberjack / GatoDelFuego
[Overview]
Seismitoad is a reliable Stealth Rock setter because of its decent all-around bulk, and its great defensive typing that lets it take on Steel- and Rock-type Pokemon such as Mega Steelix and Rhyperior. Its ability, Water Absorb, not only grants Seismitoad an immunity to Water-type attacks but also somewhat makes up for its lack of reliable recovery. Seismitoad also has a great STAB combination that in tandem with Sludge Bomb grants it amazing coverage, which makes it one of the few bulky Water-types in the tier that can threaten Tangrowth. However, Seismitoad is 4x weak to the common Grass-types in the tier including Virizion and Amoonguss. Additionally, Seismitoad has mediocre offensive stats along with a limited offensive movepool.
[SET]
name: Offensive
move 1: Stealth Rock
move 2: Scald / Hydro Pump
move 3: Earth Power
move 4: Sludge Bomb
item: Leftovers / Life Orb
ability: Water Absorb
nature: Modest
evs: 248 HP / 252 SpA / 8 SpD
[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========
Stealth Rock helps wear down the opposing team. Scald is Seismitoad's most reliable attack, with a good chance to burn the foe. However, Hydro Pump can be used instead for extra power, but it has a chance to miss. Earth Power can smash Steel- and Electric-types such as Mega Steelix and Jolteon. Sludge Bomb has great coverage with Seismitoad's STAB moves, hitting Grass- and Fairy-types such as Tangrowth, Virizion, and Aromatisse hard. Icy Wind is also an option to hit Flygon extremely hard.
Set Details
========
A Modest nature and 252 Special Attack EVs are used to maximize Seismitoad's power. The rest of the EVs are put into HP and Special Defense so that Seismitoad can tank as many hits as possible. Seismitoad can also run 136 Speed EVs to outspeed Modest Clawiter or 232 Speed EVs to outspeed neutral-natured base 71 Speed Pokemon and below, such as Adamant Tyrantrum, Modest Samurott, Adamant Emboar, and Jolly Scrafty. Maximum Speed investment with a Timid nature can let Seismitoad outspeed Modest Rotom-C, Adamant Hitmonlee, Adamant Gallade, Jolly Emboar, Jolly Tyrantrum, and Timid Samurott. Leftovers provides passive recovery, allowing Seismitoad to check Emboar and Durant more effectively; however, Life Orb can be used instead if Hydro Pump is used, as it amplifies Seismitoad's damage output and allows Seismitoad to potentially 2HKO Virizion and Aromatisse with Sludge Bomb. Life Orb is recommended mainly for the Seismitoad that run Speed investment, as the recoil from it will reduce Seismitoad's longevity, hindering defensive sets. Water Absorb is Seismitoad's best ability, as it grants Seismitoad an immunity to Water-type moves.
Usage Tips
========
Seismitoad fits well on offensive or bulky offensive teams, because it is an offensive Stealth Rock setter that has the bulk to blanket check many threats in RU such as Rhyperior, Durant, and Mega Steelix. Players should pivot Seismitoad into a Water-type attack to gain health and momentum. If Seismitoad is running Scald, be sure to use Scald as many times as possible when there is nothing better to do to spread burns on the opposing team. Seismitoad attracts Grass-types, as it is 4x weak to their STAB attacks, so try to predict the opponent and use Sludge Bomb to heavily damage the Grass-types.
Team Options
========
Seismitoad appreciates Fire-type teammates such as Delphox and Houndoom, as they can deal with Grass-types while Seismitoad dispatches Ground- and Rock-types. Seismitoad also struggles against bulky Water-types such as Jellicent and Alomomola, so partners such as Virizion, Tangrowth, and Jolteon are great; the latter can also gain momentum with Volt Switch. Pokemon that can deter Defog and Rapid Spin users such as Togetic, Flygon, and Hitmonlee from removing Seismitoad's Stealth Rock make for excellent partners. Braviary and Sneasel can take on Defog users; Braviary can attain a +2 Attack boost with Defiant while Sneasel can easily damage them with its Ice-type STAB move, and Meloetta and Sigilyph can outspeed and OHKO Hitmonlee with their STAB Psychic. For a more defensive option, Aromatisse easily handles Hitmonlee and also provides Wish and Aromatherapy support. Durant gets a special mention, as it can take on Grass-types and severely weaken Seismitoad's defensive checks and counters such as Tangrowth and Jellicent. Seismitoad, in turn, beats Emboar and Mega Steelix, both of which wall Durant.
[SET]
name: Defensive
move 1: Stealth Rock
move 2: Scald
move 3: Earth Power / Earthquake
move 4: Toxic
item: Leftovers
ability: Water Absorb
nature: Bold / Relaxed
evs: 248 HP / 252 Def / 8 SpD
[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========
Stealth Rock wears down Seismitoad's opponents every time they switch in. Scald's main priority is to burn Pokemon that attempt to switch in. Earth Power smacks Rock- and Poison-types such as Tyrantrum and Qwilfish. Earthquake can be used over Earth Power for a bit of extra damage and the ability to OHKO Delphox after Stealth Rock damage and Jolteon at full HP. Toxic is used to punish Grass-types and walls such as Tangrowth and Jellicent. Knock Off can be used over Toxic to get rid of the foes' items while ensuring that Substitute + Calm Mind Meloetta cannot freely set up against Seismitoad.
Set Details
========
The EV spread is used to maximize Seismitoad's bulk, making it a great defensive Stealth Rock setter. A Bold nature boosts Seismitoad's Defense, but a Relaxed nature can be used if Seismitoad is running Earthquake and Knock Off in order to preserve its Attack. Leftovers is crucial, as it provides passive recovery, which this set absolutely needs. Rocky Helmet can be used over Leftovers to punish physical attackers such as Hitmonlee and Emboar, but the recovery provided by Leftovers is too good to pass up.
Usage Tips
========
This set works well on balanced or defensive teams. Players should switch Seismitoad into Water-type attacks so Seismitoad can gain health and a free switch. Seismitoad can also switch in against physical attackers that it can check reliably, such as Durant, Mega Steelix, Emboar, and Tyrantrum. After switching in, Seismitoad should set up Stealth Rock or spread burns with Scald. If you think that your opponent will bring in their Water- or Grass-type walls such as Alomomola and Tangrowth, use Toxic in order to wear them down.
Team Options
========
This set detests status, so clerics such as Togetic, Aromatisse, and Roselia are much appreciated. Aromatisse is also able to provide Wish support to keep Seismitoad healthy and make it a more reliable wall. Furthermore, Pokemon that can absorb Toxic Spikes, such as Roselia and Amoonguss, are great partners as well. Both have great defensive synergy with Seismitoad; they can take on Grass-types such as Tangrowth and Virizion with ease, while Seismitoad handles Fire- and Steel-types such as Delphox and Mega Steelix, both of which annoy them. Roselia can also set up its own Spikes and Toxic Spikes, which work very well with Seismitoad's Stealth Rock. Specially defensive Pokemon such as Mega Steelix and Mega Audino benefit from Seismitoad's ability to beat powerful physical attackers such as Emboar and Durant while they take on Pokemon that give Seismitoad trouble, such as Rotom-C and Meloetta. Setup sweepers that appreciate Stealth Rock support and status spreading from Scald and Toxic, such as Rock Polish Tyrantrum, Swords Dance Virizion, and Dragon Dance Scrafty, are also greatly appreciated. Venomoth in particular works very well with Seismitoad, as it appreciates Seismitoad's ability to weaken Fire- and Steel-types that can hurt Venomoth while it is setting up. In turn, Venomoth is able to deal with bulky Water-types and Grass-types, which greatly annoy Seismitoad.
[SET]
name: SubToxic
move 1: Substitute
move 2: Toxic
move 3: Earth Power
move 4: Sludge Bomb / Hydro Pump
item: Leftovers
ability: Water Absorb
nature: Timid
evs: 8 HP / 248 SpA / 252 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========
Substitute eases prediction and allows Seismitoad to block status. Toxic is used to punish Grass-types or walls such as Tangrowth and Alomomola. Earth Power is used to heavily damage Steel- and Electric-types such as Mega Steelix and Jolteon. Sludge Bomb is Seismitoad's best coverage move, hitting Grass- and Fairy-types such as Tangrowth and Aromatisse very hard while doing a decent amount of damage to Virizion. Hydro Pump is an alternative to Sludge Bomb that can hit Bronzong and Sigilyph for a decent amount of damage; otherwise, the duo can wall Seismitoad.
Set Details
========
252 Speed EVs and a Timid nature ensure that Seismitoad can outspeed Jolly Tyrantrum, Adamant Hitmonlee, and Jolly Emboar. 8 HP EVs are invested so that Seismitoad can create four Substitutes instead of three. The rest of the EVs are placed in Special Attack to maximize damage output. Alternatively, a spread with 24 HP / 252 SpA / 232 Spe with a Modest nature can be used for more power while still being able to outspeed Jolly Scrafty, Adamant Tyrantrum, and Modest Samurott. Seismitoad can also use a spread of 88 HP / 168 SpA / 252 Spe to ensure that Jellicent's Hex will not break its Substitute. Finally, a spread of 88 HP / 40 Def / 128 SpA / 252 Spe ensures that Bronzong's Earthquake will not break Seismitoad's Substitute in one hit, but Seismitoad will be noticeably weaker. Leftovers provide passive recovery to ensure that Seismitoad can stay healthy after making Substitutes. Water Absorb is Seismitoad's best ability, as it grants Seismitoad an immunity to Water-type moves, along with the ability to heal itself if hit by one.
Usage Tips
========
Seismitoad is best utilized on offensive teams that are looking for a way to weaken bulky Water-types and stall teams. Seismitoad should try to be behind a Substitute as much as possible, as it is essential for players to keep Seismitoad away from status afflictions of any kind, as they deplete Seismitoad's health. Furthermore, Seismitoad should be switched in against bulky Water-types such as Quagsire, Jellicent, and Alomomola for the chance of Water Absorb activating. After switching in, Seismitoad should proceed to Toxic stall them or set up Substitutes. Additionally, do not directly switch Seismitoad into Knock Off users, as they can remove its only form of recovery in Leftovers.
Team Options
========
For Sludge Bomb variants, Spiritomb and Houndoom make good partners, as they can Pursuit trap Sigilyph and Bronzong, both of which completely wall Seismitoad. Seismitoad appreciates Pokemon that can set up Toxic Spikes and Spikes, such as Garbodor and Qwilfish, which can aid Seismitoad's job of annoying defensive Pokemon. Garbodor can beat Tangrowth for Seismitoad or capitalize on the situation by setting up more entry hazards. Seismitoad is good at weakening bulky Water-types, so Pokemon that appreciate this ability, such as Durant, Tyrantrum, and Mega Glalie, are great teammates, and the former two can set up and sweep late-game once Seismitoad has weakened defensive Pokemon. Fire-types such as Fletchinder, Mega Camerupt, and Delphox also work well with Seismitoad, as they are able to take on Grass-types that can beat Seismitoad, while it can weaken bulky Water-types and Rock-types for them. Seismitoad also appreciates Defog and Rapid Spin support from the likes of Flygon and Hitmonlee, as they can remove Toxic Spikes, which can severely wear Seismitoad down.
[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Seismitoad can run a Swift Swim sweeper set; however, weather isn't very viable in the RU metagame due to the lack of a reliable way to induce it. Seismitoad can also carry an Assault Vest if extra Special Defense is needed. However, giving up the passive recovery from Leftovers would limit Seismitoad's longevity. Protect can be used to scout out the foe's moves and stall for Toxic damage. Grass Knot can be used as a surprise to do heavy damage to the likes of Gastrodon and opposing Seismitoad. Seismitoad run an interesting set in Substitute + Endeavor with a Salac Berry, using Substitute until Salac Berry activates and then using Endeavor to instantly bring down the foe's HP.
Checks and Counters
===================
**Grass-types**: Grass-types such as Tangrowth, Virizion, Trevenant, and Rotom-C resist Seismitoad's STAB moves and easily OHKO it with their attacks. Virizion is able to set up a Swords Dance or Calm Mind on Seismitoad. It should be noted that these Grass-types except Trevenant have to be careful of Sludge Bomb, as it can 2HKO them. Roselia and Amoonguss, while they do not resist Earth Power or Earthquake, can easily survive one and KO Seismitoad with Giga Drain or force it to switch out. The former can set up Spikes and Toxic Spikes for its team, while the latter can put Seismitoad's teammates to sleep with Spore on any predicted switch. Pokemon that carry Grass-type coverage, such as Energy Ball Sigilyph, Grass Knot Delphox, and Grass Knot Samurott, can easily knock out Seismitoad.
**Wallbreakers**: Powerful wallbreakers can easily 2HKO or OHKO any variant of Seismitoad. Choice Specs Meloetta, Life Orb Hitmonlee, Choice Band Gallade, Tyrantrum, and Mega Glalie are premier wallbreakers that can do this with relative ease. Venomoth is able to set up Quiver Dances against Seismitoad, put it to sleep with Sleep Powder, and heavily damage it with Bug Buzz, which can pass through Seismitoad's Substitute, while surviving a hit from full HP.
**Residual Damage**: Because Seismitoad lacks a form of reliable recovery, it is very susceptible to status and entry hazards. Toxic and burn can easily put Seismitoad on a timer, while Stealth Rock, Spikes, and Toxic Spikes can wear it down every time it comes in.
QC: 49 / atomicllamas / Arikado
GP: The Dutch Plumberjack / GatoDelFuego
[Overview]
Seismitoad is a reliable Stealth Rock setter because of its decent all-around bulk, and its great defensive typing that lets it take on Steel- and Rock-type Pokemon such as Mega Steelix and Rhyperior. Its ability, Water Absorb, not only grants Seismitoad an immunity to Water-type attacks but also somewhat makes up for its lack of reliable recovery. Seismitoad also has a great STAB combination that in tandem with Sludge Bomb grants it amazing coverage, which makes it one of the few bulky Water-types in the tier that can threaten Tangrowth. However, Seismitoad is 4x weak to the common Grass-types in the tier including Virizion and Amoonguss. Additionally, Seismitoad has mediocre offensive stats along with a limited offensive movepool.
[SET]
name: Offensive
move 1: Stealth Rock
move 2: Scald / Hydro Pump
move 3: Earth Power
move 4: Sludge Bomb
item: Leftovers / Life Orb
ability: Water Absorb
nature: Modest
evs: 248 HP / 252 SpA / 8 SpD
[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========
Stealth Rock helps wear down the opposing team. Scald is Seismitoad's most reliable attack, with a good chance to burn the foe. However, Hydro Pump can be used instead for extra power, but it has a chance to miss. Earth Power can smash Steel- and Electric-types such as Mega Steelix and Jolteon. Sludge Bomb has great coverage with Seismitoad's STAB moves, hitting Grass- and Fairy-types such as Tangrowth, Virizion, and Aromatisse hard. Icy Wind is also an option to hit Flygon extremely hard.
Set Details
========
A Modest nature and 252 Special Attack EVs are used to maximize Seismitoad's power. The rest of the EVs are put into HP and Special Defense so that Seismitoad can tank as many hits as possible. Seismitoad can also run 136 Speed EVs to outspeed Modest Clawiter or 232 Speed EVs to outspeed neutral-natured base 71 Speed Pokemon and below, such as Adamant Tyrantrum, Modest Samurott, Adamant Emboar, and Jolly Scrafty. Maximum Speed investment with a Timid nature can let Seismitoad outspeed Modest Rotom-C, Adamant Hitmonlee, Adamant Gallade, Jolly Emboar, Jolly Tyrantrum, and Timid Samurott. Leftovers provides passive recovery, allowing Seismitoad to check Emboar and Durant more effectively; however, Life Orb can be used instead if Hydro Pump is used, as it amplifies Seismitoad's damage output and allows Seismitoad to potentially 2HKO Virizion and Aromatisse with Sludge Bomb. Life Orb is recommended mainly for the Seismitoad that run Speed investment, as the recoil from it will reduce Seismitoad's longevity, hindering defensive sets. Water Absorb is Seismitoad's best ability, as it grants Seismitoad an immunity to Water-type moves.
Usage Tips
========
Seismitoad fits well on offensive or bulky offensive teams, because it is an offensive Stealth Rock setter that has the bulk to blanket check many threats in RU such as Rhyperior, Durant, and Mega Steelix. Players should pivot Seismitoad into a Water-type attack to gain health and momentum. If Seismitoad is running Scald, be sure to use Scald as many times as possible when there is nothing better to do to spread burns on the opposing team. Seismitoad attracts Grass-types, as it is 4x weak to their STAB attacks, so try to predict the opponent and use Sludge Bomb to heavily damage the Grass-types.
Team Options
========
Seismitoad appreciates Fire-type teammates such as Delphox and Houndoom, as they can deal with Grass-types while Seismitoad dispatches Ground- and Rock-types. Seismitoad also struggles against bulky Water-types such as Jellicent and Alomomola, so partners such as Virizion, Tangrowth, and Jolteon are great; the latter can also gain momentum with Volt Switch. Pokemon that can deter Defog and Rapid Spin users such as Togetic, Flygon, and Hitmonlee from removing Seismitoad's Stealth Rock make for excellent partners. Braviary and Sneasel can take on Defog users; Braviary can attain a +2 Attack boost with Defiant while Sneasel can easily damage them with its Ice-type STAB move, and Meloetta and Sigilyph can outspeed and OHKO Hitmonlee with their STAB Psychic. For a more defensive option, Aromatisse easily handles Hitmonlee and also provides Wish and Aromatherapy support. Durant gets a special mention, as it can take on Grass-types and severely weaken Seismitoad's defensive checks and counters such as Tangrowth and Jellicent. Seismitoad, in turn, beats Emboar and Mega Steelix, both of which wall Durant.
[SET]
name: Defensive
move 1: Stealth Rock
move 2: Scald
move 3: Earth Power / Earthquake
move 4: Toxic
item: Leftovers
ability: Water Absorb
nature: Bold / Relaxed
evs: 248 HP / 252 Def / 8 SpD
[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========
Stealth Rock wears down Seismitoad's opponents every time they switch in. Scald's main priority is to burn Pokemon that attempt to switch in. Earth Power smacks Rock- and Poison-types such as Tyrantrum and Qwilfish. Earthquake can be used over Earth Power for a bit of extra damage and the ability to OHKO Delphox after Stealth Rock damage and Jolteon at full HP. Toxic is used to punish Grass-types and walls such as Tangrowth and Jellicent. Knock Off can be used over Toxic to get rid of the foes' items while ensuring that Substitute + Calm Mind Meloetta cannot freely set up against Seismitoad.
Set Details
========
The EV spread is used to maximize Seismitoad's bulk, making it a great defensive Stealth Rock setter. A Bold nature boosts Seismitoad's Defense, but a Relaxed nature can be used if Seismitoad is running Earthquake and Knock Off in order to preserve its Attack. Leftovers is crucial, as it provides passive recovery, which this set absolutely needs. Rocky Helmet can be used over Leftovers to punish physical attackers such as Hitmonlee and Emboar, but the recovery provided by Leftovers is too good to pass up.
Usage Tips
========
This set works well on balanced or defensive teams. Players should switch Seismitoad into Water-type attacks so Seismitoad can gain health and a free switch. Seismitoad can also switch in against physical attackers that it can check reliably, such as Durant, Mega Steelix, Emboar, and Tyrantrum. After switching in, Seismitoad should set up Stealth Rock or spread burns with Scald. If you think that your opponent will bring in their Water- or Grass-type walls such as Alomomola and Tangrowth, use Toxic in order to wear them down.
Team Options
========
This set detests status, so clerics such as Togetic, Aromatisse, and Roselia are much appreciated. Aromatisse is also able to provide Wish support to keep Seismitoad healthy and make it a more reliable wall. Furthermore, Pokemon that can absorb Toxic Spikes, such as Roselia and Amoonguss, are great partners as well. Both have great defensive synergy with Seismitoad; they can take on Grass-types such as Tangrowth and Virizion with ease, while Seismitoad handles Fire- and Steel-types such as Delphox and Mega Steelix, both of which annoy them. Roselia can also set up its own Spikes and Toxic Spikes, which work very well with Seismitoad's Stealth Rock. Specially defensive Pokemon such as Mega Steelix and Mega Audino benefit from Seismitoad's ability to beat powerful physical attackers such as Emboar and Durant while they take on Pokemon that give Seismitoad trouble, such as Rotom-C and Meloetta. Setup sweepers that appreciate Stealth Rock support and status spreading from Scald and Toxic, such as Rock Polish Tyrantrum, Swords Dance Virizion, and Dragon Dance Scrafty, are also greatly appreciated. Venomoth in particular works very well with Seismitoad, as it appreciates Seismitoad's ability to weaken Fire- and Steel-types that can hurt Venomoth while it is setting up. In turn, Venomoth is able to deal with bulky Water-types and Grass-types, which greatly annoy Seismitoad.
[SET]
name: SubToxic
move 1: Substitute
move 2: Toxic
move 3: Earth Power
move 4: Sludge Bomb / Hydro Pump
item: Leftovers
ability: Water Absorb
nature: Timid
evs: 8 HP / 248 SpA / 252 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========
Substitute eases prediction and allows Seismitoad to block status. Toxic is used to punish Grass-types or walls such as Tangrowth and Alomomola. Earth Power is used to heavily damage Steel- and Electric-types such as Mega Steelix and Jolteon. Sludge Bomb is Seismitoad's best coverage move, hitting Grass- and Fairy-types such as Tangrowth and Aromatisse very hard while doing a decent amount of damage to Virizion. Hydro Pump is an alternative to Sludge Bomb that can hit Bronzong and Sigilyph for a decent amount of damage; otherwise, the duo can wall Seismitoad.
Set Details
========
252 Speed EVs and a Timid nature ensure that Seismitoad can outspeed Jolly Tyrantrum, Adamant Hitmonlee, and Jolly Emboar. 8 HP EVs are invested so that Seismitoad can create four Substitutes instead of three. The rest of the EVs are placed in Special Attack to maximize damage output. Alternatively, a spread with 24 HP / 252 SpA / 232 Spe with a Modest nature can be used for more power while still being able to outspeed Jolly Scrafty, Adamant Tyrantrum, and Modest Samurott. Seismitoad can also use a spread of 88 HP / 168 SpA / 252 Spe to ensure that Jellicent's Hex will not break its Substitute. Finally, a spread of 88 HP / 40 Def / 128 SpA / 252 Spe ensures that Bronzong's Earthquake will not break Seismitoad's Substitute in one hit, but Seismitoad will be noticeably weaker. Leftovers provide passive recovery to ensure that Seismitoad can stay healthy after making Substitutes. Water Absorb is Seismitoad's best ability, as it grants Seismitoad an immunity to Water-type moves, along with the ability to heal itself if hit by one.
Usage Tips
========
Seismitoad is best utilized on offensive teams that are looking for a way to weaken bulky Water-types and stall teams. Seismitoad should try to be behind a Substitute as much as possible, as it is essential for players to keep Seismitoad away from status afflictions of any kind, as they deplete Seismitoad's health. Furthermore, Seismitoad should be switched in against bulky Water-types such as Quagsire, Jellicent, and Alomomola for the chance of Water Absorb activating. After switching in, Seismitoad should proceed to Toxic stall them or set up Substitutes. Additionally, do not directly switch Seismitoad into Knock Off users, as they can remove its only form of recovery in Leftovers.
Team Options
========
For Sludge Bomb variants, Spiritomb and Houndoom make good partners, as they can Pursuit trap Sigilyph and Bronzong, both of which completely wall Seismitoad. Seismitoad appreciates Pokemon that can set up Toxic Spikes and Spikes, such as Garbodor and Qwilfish, which can aid Seismitoad's job of annoying defensive Pokemon. Garbodor can beat Tangrowth for Seismitoad or capitalize on the situation by setting up more entry hazards. Seismitoad is good at weakening bulky Water-types, so Pokemon that appreciate this ability, such as Durant, Tyrantrum, and Mega Glalie, are great teammates, and the former two can set up and sweep late-game once Seismitoad has weakened defensive Pokemon. Fire-types such as Fletchinder, Mega Camerupt, and Delphox also work well with Seismitoad, as they are able to take on Grass-types that can beat Seismitoad, while it can weaken bulky Water-types and Rock-types for them. Seismitoad also appreciates Defog and Rapid Spin support from the likes of Flygon and Hitmonlee, as they can remove Toxic Spikes, which can severely wear Seismitoad down.
[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Seismitoad can run a Swift Swim sweeper set; however, weather isn't very viable in the RU metagame due to the lack of a reliable way to induce it. Seismitoad can also carry an Assault Vest if extra Special Defense is needed. However, giving up the passive recovery from Leftovers would limit Seismitoad's longevity. Protect can be used to scout out the foe's moves and stall for Toxic damage. Grass Knot can be used as a surprise to do heavy damage to the likes of Gastrodon and opposing Seismitoad. Seismitoad run an interesting set in Substitute + Endeavor with a Salac Berry, using Substitute until Salac Berry activates and then using Endeavor to instantly bring down the foe's HP.
Checks and Counters
===================
**Grass-types**: Grass-types such as Tangrowth, Virizion, Trevenant, and Rotom-C resist Seismitoad's STAB moves and easily OHKO it with their attacks. Virizion is able to set up a Swords Dance or Calm Mind on Seismitoad. It should be noted that these Grass-types except Trevenant have to be careful of Sludge Bomb, as it can 2HKO them. Roselia and Amoonguss, while they do not resist Earth Power or Earthquake, can easily survive one and KO Seismitoad with Giga Drain or force it to switch out. The former can set up Spikes and Toxic Spikes for its team, while the latter can put Seismitoad's teammates to sleep with Spore on any predicted switch. Pokemon that carry Grass-type coverage, such as Energy Ball Sigilyph, Grass Knot Delphox, and Grass Knot Samurott, can easily knock out Seismitoad.
**Wallbreakers**: Powerful wallbreakers can easily 2HKO or OHKO any variant of Seismitoad. Choice Specs Meloetta, Life Orb Hitmonlee, Choice Band Gallade, Tyrantrum, and Mega Glalie are premier wallbreakers that can do this with relative ease. Venomoth is able to set up Quiver Dances against Seismitoad, put it to sleep with Sleep Powder, and heavily damage it with Bug Buzz, which can pass through Seismitoad's Substitute, while surviving a hit from full HP.
**Residual Damage**: Because Seismitoad lacks a form of reliable recovery, it is very susceptible to status and entry hazards. Toxic and burn can easily put Seismitoad on a timer, while Stealth Rock, Spikes, and Toxic Spikes can wear it down every time it comes in.
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