So, after seeing this set in the New and Creative Movesets thread, I decided to give it a try.
http://www.smogon.com/forums/showthr...=44655&page=65. Credit goes to Shaft for making the set. He was using this in OU, however I opted to test this in UU, where I felt he would be better off. The results have been far greater than I’d hoped for. I highly suggest trying him out. On a separate note, this is my first Edit/Update thingy, so here’s to not making a total fool of myself.
[SET]
name: Encore/Spikes
move 1: Encore
move 2: Spikes
move 3: Sucker Punch
move 4: Seed Bomb
item: Focus Sash
nature: Adamant
evs: 4 HP / 252 Atk / 252 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>This set utilizes Cacturne’s ability
to set up Spikes by crippling an opponent with Encore. With the
Focus Sash, only faster Pokemon with a sleep move, a Pokemon with Fake Out, or a faster Taunt can prevent you getting at least one layer of Spikes. After the first turn, act according to your opponent’s move. A slower set up move gets Encore
(removed apostrophe)d. If a slower opponent attacks and activates your
Focus Sash, choose between another layer of Spikes or an attack
. If a faster Pokemon attacks and activates your Sash, Sucker Punch. If your opponent switches, lay
down more Spikes.
Encore is also a complete stop for leading Lopunny, a threat that is becoming increasingly more common. (not necessary, just say a stop to BP chains)</p>
<p>The EVs are simple but effective. Max Speed leaves you at 209, outspeeding Base 85
Pokemon with no Speed investment. Max Attack yields 361 Attack, allowing Cacturne to severely punish opponents who forget about his attacking prowess while in their scramble to kill him off before he lays
down even more Spikes.</p>
<p>Though meant to
act as suicide, don’t underestimate Cacturne’s usefulness if he sticks around. Encore can be used to pressure the opponent’s walls, stop set-up Pokemon, and
beat Baton Pass chains. Seed Bomb threatens pesky (removed "Bulky") Waters, while Sucker Punch can turn Cacturne into a powerful priority revenge killer.</p>