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Alola Dugtrio doesn't even get Stealth Rock, it's... pretty underwhelming. As far as Tangled Hair goes, the only gimmick that comes to mind is Endure + Reversal + Tangled Hair. Endure to reduce the foe's speed with Tangled Hair, blast them with a maximum Reversal the next. Any priority or burns...

Always been a fan of Roserade and am fairly intrigued by your set. Would it be worth considering Rest over Synthesis since you're using Natural Cure? Reckon twould allow Roserade to halt stall even more (more PP, less weather-reliant,...). Still, Sun is pretty prevalent plus Roserade might not...

I'm glad to see this nostalgia-induced competition spice up the formula. It's great to get new players interested in online tournaments, considering you only have so few Pokémon to choose from and you don't have to bother with collecting items hence making teambuilding less daunting. Been...

Tentacruel @ Choice Specs Ability: Clear Body EVs: 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe Timid Nature IVs: 0 Atk - Scald - Sludge Wave / Sludge Bomb - Ice Beam - Giga Drain / Hydro Pump Scald is preferred over Hydro Pump in the first slot as it often gets the job done without the fear of missing. Sludge...

(I don't know how to Quote with the original poster's name mentioned, hence adding it here: This was posted by LilOU) Was wondering why this EV-spread was chosen, hence did a few calcs regarding the UU tier. Mega-Houndoom: 252 SpA Mega Houndoom Dark Pulse vs. 144 HP / 252 SpD Assault Vest...

I've been looking at Primeape again because of this thread and I've discovered that it can actually brandish ThunderPunch with Defiant since it's a Dreamworld move. Fire Punch & Ice Punch are still 4th Gen Tutor moves so those are still off-limits for Defiant versions. With good news also comes...

Original & powerful at the same time, I'd say this is a keeper on Rain teams. Love the well-researched & -written OP, finally someone who takes pride in it and goes the extra mile to explain it. Been testing it myself and although it ain't the next big thing, it's a nice change of pace that...

Not sure to the purpose of those 72 Atk Ev's, as Blissey (252HP/252Def) is even 2HKO'd with no attack investment with Leftovers calc'd in. If you're fearing the pink blob, I think Chansey is the one you should aim for as it boasts stronger defenses after Eviolite (only a 13% chance of 2HKO'ing a...

At least aim to outspeed some walls with the EV-Spread I say. Considering you're already running Focus Blast & Fire Blast, I'd drop HP Rock and go for either Grass/Electric/Ground/Ice. Grass for Water types (although it won't dent em for much), same with Electric. Only real difference is hit...

I second this for the additional comments sections. Getting a Reflect in to sponge a hit, U-turn to break a possible Sash or Psychic for a good chunk seems handier than the few extra added defense EV's. 240 speed EV's allow it to outspeed all Scolipede and if you're really worried about...

For Focus Punch & Drain Punch, those are illegal with Water Absorb so I wouldn't bother with em as the ability to set up on mono-attacking Bulky Waters seem a lot more appealing when Spiking than SubPunching/Drain Punching is.

Quick note about Double-Edge: That's a 3rd gen Move Tutor and Agility is a 4th gen Breeding move for Kingler so Return remains its only option if people wish to go for a Normal-type move to complement Crabhammer. Good to see Kingler get some love though, keep it up!

Who ever said this set was to switch into Rotom-W & wall it? Instead of bashing & being eager to start a flame war, add constructive critism next time. People who don't run Fire are just foolish as Fighting alone won't cut it to get past Ferrothorn, Forretress, etc... To get back on-topic...

I wasn't the first to bring up Rain here so no need to pounce me for it. Rain provides it extra defense against Hidden Power Fire that might plague it. Besides, Rotom-W doesn't have the bulk to stand up to Breloom & 2HKO as Seed Bomb crushes the machine even with no boosts: Damage: 204 - 242...

You're gonna lose out on the extra SDef point then (229 instead of 231). Besides, this set only works in the rain and defensive Tran can only muster Lava Plume or perhaps even Taunt there. Low basepower + no investment on Heatran's part + Rain making it neutral... the damage is underwhelming to...

Cheers, that's enough info for me.

I'm wondering if there is an option to disable the chat entirely on the Pokémon Online Smogon server or the program in general. Did a quick search first but most chat related topics were about an IRC & whatnot. As of late, I've only see a lot of trolling & whatnot happening in the main chatroom...

Been calcing about on the original spread and you could try the following if you really don't want to die from Lucario's SD'd Life Orb'd Extremespeed in the sand and want to get the magical number with Modest Latias when packing HP Fire: EVs: 112 HP / 24 Def / 192 SAtk / 180 Spd 112 HP & 24...

If we're dealing in gimmicks, I'll add mine to the mix. Snore can also be used for shitz & gigglez on Togekiss considering it has a 30% flinch rate => boosted to 60% with Serene Grace. Ran this set back in 4th gen and had a few laughs: Togekiss @ Leftovers Trait: Serene Grace EVs: 252 HP / 252...