WYNAUT???
http://www.smogon.com/dp/pokemon/wynaut
[Overview]
<p>When looking at Wynaut, you'd probably be asking yourself why this cute little creature was banished to the forbidden land of Ubers. With terrible stats, and the fact that Wobbuffet completely and utterly outclasses him, really the only reason Wynaut is banned from standard play is his access to the taboo combo of Shadow Tag and Encore. However, he does have a minor perk over his big brother Wobbuffet in that he has lower defensive stats, allowing him to activate Custap Berry faster, which, in and of itself, is a gimmick. So when it comes down to it, Wobbuffet is simply always the better option on a serious team.</p>
[SET]
name: Custap + Destiny Bond
move 1: Destiny Bond
move 2: Counter
move 3: Mirror Coat
move 4: Encore
item: Custap Berry
nature: Calm
evs: 152 HP / 180 Def / 176 SpD
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>The idea behind this set is to bring Wynaut in on your opponent's revenge killer after a kill, preferably one with a Choice Scarf, and trap it with Shadow Tag. Once they're trapped, Wynaut can then appropriately use Counter or Mirror Coat to KO the opponent, and if all goes accordingly, leave himself with low enough HP for Custap Berry to activate the next turn. This will allow Wynaut to "outspeed" the opponent and take it down with Destiny Bond unless they use a priority move. Wynaut can also Encore a support move from a wall and give a sweeper on your team a free turn, much like Wobbuffet.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>The EVs give Wynaut maximum overall bulk, with some bias towards the special side. This will allow Wynaut to always survive an unboosted Draco Meteor from Palkia and Dialga at full health. Wynaut will also survive an Outrage from Choice Scarf Garchomp, regardless of whether Stealth Rock is up or not.</p>
<p>Since Wynaut's main attraction is his ability to trap and remove revenge killers, Pokemon that can take advantage of this are obvious teammates. Dragon Dance Rayquaza and Salamence can sweep without fear of being revenge killed, once Choice Scarf Garchomp or Palkia out of the way, as is the case for Swords Dance Lucario and Rayquaza with Choice Scarf Dialga is removed. Mewtwo and Darkrai can sweep more easily should Choice Band Scizor be eliminated (though Wynaut would be wise not to come in on a U-turn), and Rock Polish Groudon can plow through opposing teams should Choice Scarf Shaymin-S be removed (be wary of Air Slash's flinch chance). Note that Wynaut has problems taking out Choice Scarf Kyogre when it is locked into a Water-type move, so a Pokemon such as Latias or Palkia, who can deal with Choice Scarf Kyogre easily, are good to have.</p>
<p>Since priority moves can take out Wynaut even after his Custap Berry has activated, Pokemon can stand up to common priority moves are ideal teammates. Dialga, Salamence, Manaphy, and Kyogre can all set up on Scizor's Bullet Punch, while Darkrai and Tyranitar can easily put pressure on a Giratina-O looking to use Shadow Sneak. Strong Steel-types, such as Jirachi and Metagross, are also useful to take on Rayquaza and Deoxys-A, common users of ExtremeSpeed. Wynaut is also stopped cold by Taunt. Common users of Taunt in the Uber tier are Deoxys-S and Mewtwo. Scizor is a good choice to take on the both of them, as he can use U-turn to put them in a checkmate position, dealing massive damage to them if they stay in, and scouting out the switch-in if they switch out. Rapid Spin and dedicated anti-leads can also stop the set-up of entry hazards which can whittle down Wynaut's health. Forretress is the premier Rapid Spinner in the Uber tier, while leads like Deoxys-S, Shaymin-S, and Darkrai can all prevent the opponent getting up entry hazards reliably.</p>
[Team Options]
<p>Pokemon who enjoy the removal of many common revenge killers make excellent teammates to Wynaut. Dragon Dance Rayquaza and Salamence can sweep more easily with Choice Scarf Palkia removed, while Swords Dance Rayquaza and Lucario appreciate opposing Choice Scarf Dialga being out of commission. Darkrai and Mewtwo also appreciate the removal of Scizor, while Rock Polish Groudon can sweep more easily with Choice Scarf Shaymin-S removed.</p>
<p>Pokemon that can take advantage of common priority attacks also make good teammates to Wynaut. In addition to the Pokemon mentioned above, Ho-Oh and Choice Specs Palkia can switch in on Scizor's Bullet Punch and proceed to wreak havoc. Dark Arceus can switch into Giratina-O's Shadow Sneak and set up Calm Mind, while Steel and Rock Arceus can switch into ExtremeSpeed from Rayquaza and Deoxys-A.</p>
<p>An interesting option would be to use Wobbuffet and Wynaut together on the same team. You can use Wynaut to take out revenge killers, while Wobbuffet can provide free turns for your own sweeper to set up. However, this is a teamslot that could've been used for a more powerful sweeper or tank.</p>
[Optional Changes]
<p>Wynaut only has eight moves in his movepool, therefore he really doesn't have any other options to run. Safeguard and Tickle are both done better by Wobbuffet.</p>
[Counters]
<p>Apart from Shed Shell, U-turn, or Baton Pass, Wynaut cannot be countered since there is no way for you to switch out. Essentially, use the same methods of dealing with Wobbuffet to defeat Wynaut. Taunt stops Wynaut cold, while putting him to sleep, or Tricking a Choice item onto him will cripple him greatly too. Generally, you'll end up losing a Pokemon to Wynaut simply because he catches you off-guard. The easiest way to take him out before he uses Destiny Bond on the second Pokemon is to send in a Pokemon with access to priority so you can finish him off before he is able to take another Pokemon down with him.</p>
http://www.smogon.com/dp/pokemon/wynaut
[Overview]
<p>When looking at Wynaut, you'd probably be asking yourself why this cute little creature was banished to the forbidden land of Ubers. With terrible stats, and the fact that Wobbuffet completely and utterly outclasses him, really the only reason Wynaut is banned from standard play is his access to the taboo combo of Shadow Tag and Encore. However, he does have a minor perk over his big brother Wobbuffet in that he has lower defensive stats, allowing him to activate Custap Berry faster, which, in and of itself, is a gimmick. So when it comes down to it, Wobbuffet is simply always the better option on a serious team.</p>
[SET]
name: Custap + Destiny Bond
move 1: Destiny Bond
move 2: Counter
move 3: Mirror Coat
move 4: Encore
item: Custap Berry
nature: Calm
evs: 152 HP / 180 Def / 176 SpD
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>The idea behind this set is to bring Wynaut in on your opponent's revenge killer after a kill, preferably one with a Choice Scarf, and trap it with Shadow Tag. Once they're trapped, Wynaut can then appropriately use Counter or Mirror Coat to KO the opponent, and if all goes accordingly, leave himself with low enough HP for Custap Berry to activate the next turn. This will allow Wynaut to "outspeed" the opponent and take it down with Destiny Bond unless they use a priority move. Wynaut can also Encore a support move from a wall and give a sweeper on your team a free turn, much like Wobbuffet.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>The EVs give Wynaut maximum overall bulk, with some bias towards the special side. This will allow Wynaut to always survive an unboosted Draco Meteor from Palkia and Dialga at full health. Wynaut will also survive an Outrage from Choice Scarf Garchomp, regardless of whether Stealth Rock is up or not.</p>
<p>Since Wynaut's main attraction is his ability to trap and remove revenge killers, Pokemon that can take advantage of this are obvious teammates. Dragon Dance Rayquaza and Salamence can sweep without fear of being revenge killed, once Choice Scarf Garchomp or Palkia out of the way, as is the case for Swords Dance Lucario and Rayquaza with Choice Scarf Dialga is removed. Mewtwo and Darkrai can sweep more easily should Choice Band Scizor be eliminated (though Wynaut would be wise not to come in on a U-turn), and Rock Polish Groudon can plow through opposing teams should Choice Scarf Shaymin-S be removed (be wary of Air Slash's flinch chance). Note that Wynaut has problems taking out Choice Scarf Kyogre when it is locked into a Water-type move, so a Pokemon such as Latias or Palkia, who can deal with Choice Scarf Kyogre easily, are good to have.</p>
<p>Since priority moves can take out Wynaut even after his Custap Berry has activated, Pokemon can stand up to common priority moves are ideal teammates. Dialga, Salamence, Manaphy, and Kyogre can all set up on Scizor's Bullet Punch, while Darkrai and Tyranitar can easily put pressure on a Giratina-O looking to use Shadow Sneak. Strong Steel-types, such as Jirachi and Metagross, are also useful to take on Rayquaza and Deoxys-A, common users of ExtremeSpeed. Wynaut is also stopped cold by Taunt. Common users of Taunt in the Uber tier are Deoxys-S and Mewtwo. Scizor is a good choice to take on the both of them, as he can use U-turn to put them in a checkmate position, dealing massive damage to them if they stay in, and scouting out the switch-in if they switch out. Rapid Spin and dedicated anti-leads can also stop the set-up of entry hazards which can whittle down Wynaut's health. Forretress is the premier Rapid Spinner in the Uber tier, while leads like Deoxys-S, Shaymin-S, and Darkrai can all prevent the opponent getting up entry hazards reliably.</p>
[Team Options]
<p>Pokemon who enjoy the removal of many common revenge killers make excellent teammates to Wynaut. Dragon Dance Rayquaza and Salamence can sweep more easily with Choice Scarf Palkia removed, while Swords Dance Rayquaza and Lucario appreciate opposing Choice Scarf Dialga being out of commission. Darkrai and Mewtwo also appreciate the removal of Scizor, while Rock Polish Groudon can sweep more easily with Choice Scarf Shaymin-S removed.</p>
<p>Pokemon that can take advantage of common priority attacks also make good teammates to Wynaut. In addition to the Pokemon mentioned above, Ho-Oh and Choice Specs Palkia can switch in on Scizor's Bullet Punch and proceed to wreak havoc. Dark Arceus can switch into Giratina-O's Shadow Sneak and set up Calm Mind, while Steel and Rock Arceus can switch into ExtremeSpeed from Rayquaza and Deoxys-A.</p>
<p>An interesting option would be to use Wobbuffet and Wynaut together on the same team. You can use Wynaut to take out revenge killers, while Wobbuffet can provide free turns for your own sweeper to set up. However, this is a teamslot that could've been used for a more powerful sweeper or tank.</p>
[Optional Changes]
<p>Wynaut only has eight moves in his movepool, therefore he really doesn't have any other options to run. Safeguard and Tickle are both done better by Wobbuffet.</p>
[Counters]
<p>Apart from Shed Shell, U-turn, or Baton Pass, Wynaut cannot be countered since there is no way for you to switch out. Essentially, use the same methods of dealing with Wobbuffet to defeat Wynaut. Taunt stops Wynaut cold, while putting him to sleep, or Tricking a Choice item onto him will cripple him greatly too. Generally, you'll end up losing a Pokemon to Wynaut simply because he catches you off-guard. The easiest way to take him out before he uses Destiny Bond on the second Pokemon is to send in a Pokemon with access to priority so you can finish him off before he is able to take another Pokemon down with him.</p>
