Choice Specs
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name: Choice Specs
move 1: Hyper Voice
move 2: Psychic
move 3: Shadow Ball
move 4: U-turn
ability: Serene Grace
item: Choice Specs
evs: 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
nature: Timid
Moves
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Hyper Voice is Meloetta's best STAB move, and it is very easy to spam thanks to its good neutral coverage and the ability to hit through Substitutes. Psychic is a good secondary STAB move that allows Meloetta to deal with slower Fighting-types such as Hitmonlee and Gurdurr. Psyshock deserves a mention here, as it allows Meloetta to get past the likes of Audino and specially defensive Aromatisse, which Meloetta would otherwise struggle with. Shadow Ball is Meloetta's coverage move of choice, as it demolishes the Ghost-types that like to switch into Hyper Voice. Shadow Ball also makes Meloetta one of the best offensive checks to Doublade. In the final slot, U-turn is preferred because Meloetta lures in a lot of Steel- and Dark-type Pokemon, which Meloetta's partners can more easily deal with. Focus Blast is another cool coverage move that Meloetta has access to, putting a large dent into any Steel-type looking to switch into its STAB moves. Dazzling Gleam is another option on this set, but it is really only useful for luring in Spiritomb, a Pokemon that can otherwise easily deal with Meloetta. Trick is another cool option, as it is capable of crippling the defensive Steel-types that like to switch into Meloetta, but Meloetta should generally stick to using the moves listed on the set, as they form the most effective combination.
Set Details
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Meloetta's Speed stat is maximized and a Timid nature is used to take advantage of its decent Speed tier. Its Special Attack is also maxed out so Meloetta hits as hard as possible when equipped with Choice Specs.
Usage Tips
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When playing against defensively oriented teams, Meloetta tends to lure in Steel-types, so U-turning is a good choice in this situation, as it lets you gain a lot of momentum. While Meloetta is one of the best offensive checks to Doublade, it is important that you avoid switching directly into Iron Head more than once. Once the opponent has run out of resists to Meloetta's STAB moves or only has very frail resists remaining, spamming them is a very good option, as it is almost impossible to switch into them.
Team Options
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Dugtrio is quite possibly the best teammate for Meloetta, as Meloetta tends to lure in Registeel and specially defensive Regirock, two Pokemon that Dugtrio is capable of trapping and disposing of. Spiritomb is another good partner for Meloetta, as it is capable of Pursuit trapping Assault Vest Slowking, and it can utilize Will-O-Wisp to help wear down Drapion, Skuntank, Registeel, and Regirock. Meloetta also appreciates Spikes support, as it forces many switches. Omastar, Accelgor, and Qwilfish are all good options for providing this support. It is very important that Meloetta is paired with a good Dark-type resist, as Meloetta lures in Knock Off and Sucker Punch users like no other. Cobalion and Virizion are both capable of switching into these moves and appreciate the Attack boost due to Justified. Cobalion is also capable of providing Stealth Rock support alongside Taunt support, which can help keep up your hazards against Defog users. Finally, since Meloetta is great at punching holes in the opposition, a good cleaner that can take advantage of a weakened team is a great choice for a teammate. Choice Scarf Rotom-C, Choice Scarf Moltres, and Life Orb Jolteon are all really good cleaners and have the additional benefit of forming a VoltTurn core with Meloetta. Fletchinder is another good choice, as it shares some common counters with Meloetta and appreciates them being worn down.
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