All right, this is my first analysis, so go a bit easy on me, okay?
I also have one thing to say about Unfezant: I hate it, and I never want to see or use it in VGC again. Okay, I'm done.
QC (2/2): Alaka, Huy
GP (0/2):
Unfezant
[Overview]:
<p>Unfezant is yet another Normal/Flying type found near the beginning of the game; however, this one leaves much to be desired. It has horrible defenses, necessating the use of a Focus Sash, while its usable Attack stat is ruined by its poor offensive movepool. In the regular metagame, this doesn't add up to much; in the fast-paced VGC metagame, however, it's almost useless. Thankfully, it does have some usable traits such as access to good support moves, such as Tailwind and Hypnosis, and a good Speed stat. However, as Tornadus and Whimsicott mostly outclass Unfezant in this regard, it would be best to avoid this bird at all costs.</p>
[SET]
name: Support
move 1: Tailwind
move 2: Hypnosis
move 3: Protect
move 4: Return / Pluck
item: Focus Sash
ability: Super Luck
nature: Jolly
evs: 4 HP / 252 Atk / 252 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>Although its Attack stat suggests otherwise, Unfezant's role in VGC is best oriented towards supporting its teammates. Tailwind helps it improve its allies' Speed stat, allowing them to take down its opponents. Although Tornadus and Whimsicott set up Tailwind better with their Prankster ability, Unfezant also has access to Hypnosis, crippling one of its opponents if it hits, which isn't guaranteed due to its horrible accuracy. Protect keeps it safe against Fake Out leads, as well as scouting against opponents. Finally, the last slot is reserved for the obligatory STAB attacking move. While Return does more powerful and consistent damage, Pluck does Super Effective damage against the multitude of Fighting-types, as well as Amoongus, which are common sights in the VGC metagame. Additionally, Pluck has a chance of stealing an opponent's resist berry if they are wary of any Super Effective attacks.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>The EVs are oriented to give Unfezant as much speed and power as possible, while a Jolly Nature aids the bird in accomplishing its mission as fast as possible. A Choice Scarf may be used to give it even more Speed, but this only guarantees that it will not survive more than one hit.</p>
[Other Options]
<p>Let's be honest, Unfezant's above moveset stretches its options as it is. Taunt is an optional idea, but then Tornadus and Whimsicott completely outclass it, while Sunny Day and Rain Dance are options to use over Tailwind, although Unfezant itself cannot benefit from this. Sky Attack in conjunction with a Power Herb gives it a powerful Flying-type attack to use, and can possibly be used in an attacking set with Return, Steel Wing, and U-Turn. Other than these options, there isn't much left for Unfezant.</p>
[Checks and Counters]
<p>Any Pokemon with enough defenses or Speed and doesn't mind Taunt can be considered a counter. This includes the majority of the metagame, if not all of it. Thundurus and Terrakion, for example, outspeed and easily defeat Unfezant with little effort. Additionally, rival Tailwind users Whimsicott and Tornadus can Taunt Unfezant with Prankster, preventing it from using its own Tailwind or Taunt.</p>
I also have one thing to say about Unfezant: I hate it, and I never want to see or use it in VGC again. Okay, I'm done.
QC (2/2): Alaka, Huy
GP (0/2):
Unfezant
[Overview]:
<p>Unfezant is yet another Normal/Flying type found near the beginning of the game; however, this one leaves much to be desired. It has horrible defenses, necessating the use of a Focus Sash, while its usable Attack stat is ruined by its poor offensive movepool. In the regular metagame, this doesn't add up to much; in the fast-paced VGC metagame, however, it's almost useless. Thankfully, it does have some usable traits such as access to good support moves, such as Tailwind and Hypnosis, and a good Speed stat. However, as Tornadus and Whimsicott mostly outclass Unfezant in this regard, it would be best to avoid this bird at all costs.</p>
[SET]
name: Support
move 1: Tailwind
move 2: Hypnosis
move 3: Protect
move 4: Return / Pluck
item: Focus Sash
ability: Super Luck
nature: Jolly
evs: 4 HP / 252 Atk / 252 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>Although its Attack stat suggests otherwise, Unfezant's role in VGC is best oriented towards supporting its teammates. Tailwind helps it improve its allies' Speed stat, allowing them to take down its opponents. Although Tornadus and Whimsicott set up Tailwind better with their Prankster ability, Unfezant also has access to Hypnosis, crippling one of its opponents if it hits, which isn't guaranteed due to its horrible accuracy. Protect keeps it safe against Fake Out leads, as well as scouting against opponents. Finally, the last slot is reserved for the obligatory STAB attacking move. While Return does more powerful and consistent damage, Pluck does Super Effective damage against the multitude of Fighting-types, as well as Amoongus, which are common sights in the VGC metagame. Additionally, Pluck has a chance of stealing an opponent's resist berry if they are wary of any Super Effective attacks.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>The EVs are oriented to give Unfezant as much speed and power as possible, while a Jolly Nature aids the bird in accomplishing its mission as fast as possible. A Choice Scarf may be used to give it even more Speed, but this only guarantees that it will not survive more than one hit.</p>
[Other Options]
<p>Let's be honest, Unfezant's above moveset stretches its options as it is. Taunt is an optional idea, but then Tornadus and Whimsicott completely outclass it, while Sunny Day and Rain Dance are options to use over Tailwind, although Unfezant itself cannot benefit from this. Sky Attack in conjunction with a Power Herb gives it a powerful Flying-type attack to use, and can possibly be used in an attacking set with Return, Steel Wing, and U-Turn. Other than these options, there isn't much left for Unfezant.</p>
[Checks and Counters]
<p>Any Pokemon with enough defenses or Speed and doesn't mind Taunt can be considered a counter. This includes the majority of the metagame, if not all of it. Thundurus and Terrakion, for example, outspeed and easily defeat Unfezant with little effort. Additionally, rival Tailwind users Whimsicott and Tornadus can Taunt Unfezant with Prankster, preventing it from using its own Tailwind or Taunt.</p>
