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  1. Roy

    Pokémon Annihilape

    This is the perfect combination of insanely effective/unexpected/cheese-y: Annihilape @ Choice Scarf Ability: Defiant Tera Type: Steel EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe Jolly Nature - Rage Fist - Drain Punch - U-turn - Rest Pair it with Pawmot or the other Revival Blessing user. The idea is to...
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    Lifestyle The Mental Wellness Thread

    I hear that. Ironically the way I’ve dealt with making sure I’m content socially is to interject myself as bluntly as possible, so I can tell quickly if I am liked or not to rip off the bandaid. This is a huge subconscious thing I do, and is the same as you avoiding it all together. I am...
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    Lifestyle The Mental Wellness Thread

    Ardy not sure how to properly quote/hide stuff on mobile (finally have hit internet boomer status) but in addition to some other excellent advice you’ve gotten that I’m sure I’ll be repeating, just wanted to share a few thoughts: 1) Two things are true right now: it fucking sucks, but this is...
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    Lifestyle The Mental Wellness Thread

    Wanted to throw this out there to the group: Randomly met some people outside and chatted for awhile around a fire (group of 6 college kids), was a little drunk and abusing stimulants, and essentially they asked me to leave after talking for awhile. I was being very over the top (shocker I...
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    Lifestyle The Mental Wellness Thread

    Wanted to drop in and say you’re not alone, things WILL get better, and to remind yourself you are good enough because you’re YOU. Even if you find that cheesy, it’s 100% true. I would recommend to everyone in this thread to get counseling if possible. It will be free in most cases if you are...
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    Social Online Dating

    I've been in the online dating scene for a longgg time (2 serious relationships, "dating" a handful, and lots of dates in general), have also dealt with anxiety/depression - which absolutely impact getting into the dating scene - and have some insights that might be helpful. It's been some...
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    Metagame SS OU Metagame Discussion Thread v7 (Usage Stats in post #3539)

    Everyone can thank me for getting Mag banned. I chronicled many of my Mag sweeps for the purposes of getting it banned someday. Formatting is shitty but doesn't matter now: https://pastebin.com/12K0CaMC
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    Metagame SS OU Metagame Discussion Thread v7 (Usage Stats in post #3539)

    No way Heatran should be banned. Keep in mind its heavy usage is related to Mag's busted-ness in a big way. Once its banned, guaranteed you won't see as much Heatran anymore. As far as Rilaboom goes - it's great but certainly not broken. Even predicting a Ferro switch with superpower and...
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    Metagame SS OU Metagame Discussion Thread v7 (Usage Stats in post #3539)

    I'm still not quite sure why were are suspect testing Spectrier before Magearna - though that isn't the point of this point - and I'm going to go ahead and get ahead of its (should be) inevitable suspect test. We can all agree Specs, AV, TR, etc. are all sets that need to be dealt with...
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    Metagame SS OU Metagame Discussion Thread v7 (Usage Stats in post #3539)

    Bulk Up/Agility/Drill Peck/Thundurus Kick on G-Zapdos is a great set as well.
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    Metagame SS OU Metagame Discussion Thread v7 (Usage Stats in post #3539)

    Having a lot of fun with this soon-to-be-banned monster: Pheromosa @ Roseli Berry Ability: Beast Boost EVs: 252 SpA / 252 Spe Modest Nature IVs: 0 Atk - Quiver Dance - Ice Beam - Shock Wave - Focus Blast The idea is you're going for the surprise sweep once their bulky fairy (Clefable and Tapu...
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    Metagame SS OU Metagame Discussion Thread v7 (Usage Stats in post #3539)

    Here's a fun Pokemon that has fun against slightly weakened Clefables who switch in: Pheromosa @ Roseli Berry Ability: Beast Boost EVs: 4 HP / 252 SpA / 252 Spe Modest Nature IVs: 0 Atk - Quiver Dance - Ice Beam - Shock Wave - Focus Blast
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    Metagame SS OU Metagame Discussion Thread v7 (Usage Stats in post #3539)

    I get what you're saying but you're generally trying to save him for mid-late game where everything is somewhat chipped. I guess my greater point is most things not resisting ghost who have taken some chip damage are getting pounded by him. Also is great to switch-in versus Fleur Cannons, Draco...
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    Metagame SS OU Metagame Discussion Thread v7 (Usage Stats in post #3539)

    Aegislash is CRIMINALLY underrated. The mixed set is devastating: Shadow Ball/Flash Cannon/CC/Shadow Sneak. Throw on a Spell Tag and opponents assume you are choice locked, which means you can Sneak after. What are you switching in other than Mandibuzz? It hits most things neutral anywhere from...
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    Social The Smogon Photo Album

    Boomer from 2004 on here providing the obligatory bi-annual pic:
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    Social Why did you join Smogon?

    Because chaos essentially big-dick'd all other pokemon sites back in the day and created Smogon - which took over tafop, gamefaqs, etc. as the new and cool internet pokemon hub.
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    Are APs worth it?

    From a GPA standpoint, how does making an A in an AP class compare to making an A in a regular class? And is there a difference in A+, A, A-, etc.? If you're going to a competitive school where GPA is more of a factor, I'd personally prioritize maximizing GPA before deciding if the material...
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    Post college grads come here

    A few thoughts: It’s extremely admirable you get fulfillment out of helping others, whether by teaching students or offering advice to those who are going through troubles in life. However, it seems you aren’t fully grasping what life as a professional counselor would entail – particularly...
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    2016/17 Soccer/Football Thread

    €180m is a risk, but one worth taking IMO. Mbappe is arguably the most promising young striker since El Fenomeno and has tons of upside - not to mention he's only 18. Considering Madrid won a double last season and is off-loading deadweight, overpaying is the least of their worries. Meanwhile...
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