So, after the original DuskMod died down, I began remaking it entirely because I was very unhappy with the amount of unneeded, unfun, complicated, and simply bad changes. This is the result - A complete rework of the original DuskMod. But before I get into the details, I'd like to address the...elephant in the room. DuskMod isn't some silly experiment where I say "Hey, let's give x y and see what happens!" and then we play one or two games then get bored- it is a genuine attempt at creating a PS mod that is balanced, unique, and fresh. While the playerbase isn't huge, it's big enough where we can start to actually host regular tournaments and begin to gain a sense of balance.
Anyway, here's some of what you can expect from DuskMod:
- Many pokemon have undergone balance tweaks. Many have received new abilities and moves.
- A number of items, moves, and abilities have changed.
- All Dream World abilities have been released.
- Random critical hits have been removed. Some moves, such as Storm Throw, can still crit 100% of the time.
- Weather is less insane in general, and hail is actually good.
- Some Uber pokemon, such as Blaziken, have been nerfed and unbanned.
But what makes this rework of DM so significant?
- Stats are not changed by the mod - this makes damage calculations less of a hassle and speed tiers more familiar.
- There are no longer any lame restrictions on which pokemon have been "released" for use.
- Most of your standard OU or even UU teams should be usable in DM after a few small tweaks.
- Somewhat more organized changelog.
A complete list of changes can be easily accessed on the server by typing "/dm" or by going here:
Google Docs Pastebin
Play DM here:
http://24.188.20.224.psim.us/
Most people who hang out on the server come during the afternoon (EST.)
I hope I've gotten the interest of those who read this post - I've worked a lot on this mod and am really proud of it. Have fun, and don't forget to post feedback! I'm looking forward to improving the mod more and more.
Anyway, here's some of what you can expect from DuskMod:
- Many pokemon have undergone balance tweaks. Many have received new abilities and moves.
- A number of items, moves, and abilities have changed.
- All Dream World abilities have been released.
- Random critical hits have been removed. Some moves, such as Storm Throw, can still crit 100% of the time.
- Weather is less insane in general, and hail is actually good.
- Some Uber pokemon, such as Blaziken, have been nerfed and unbanned.
But what makes this rework of DM so significant?
- Stats are not changed by the mod - this makes damage calculations less of a hassle and speed tiers more familiar.
- There are no longer any lame restrictions on which pokemon have been "released" for use.
- Most of your standard OU or even UU teams should be usable in DM after a few small tweaks.
- Somewhat more organized changelog.
A complete list of changes can be easily accessed on the server by typing "/dm" or by going here:
Google Docs Pastebin
Play DM here:
http://24.188.20.224.psim.us/
Most people who hang out on the server come during the afternoon (EST.)
I hope I've gotten the interest of those who read this post - I've worked a lot on this mod and am really proud of it. Have fun, and don't forget to post feedback! I'm looking forward to improving the mod more and more.
http://www.pokemonshowdown.com/replay/dusk-duskmod-31 Shows off some new threats such as sand rush flygon
http://www.pokemonshowdown.com/replay/dusk-dmdoubles-28 Doubles match. Shows the mechanics of Hariyama's new ability. I got smashed.
http://www.pokemonshowdown.com/replay/dusk-duskmod-29 http://www.pokemonshowdown.com/replay/dusk-duskmod-35 Two battles showcasing the new and improved arsenal of hail teams! Also featuring darkrai.
http://www.pokemonshowdown.com/replay/dusk-dmdoubles-28 Doubles match. Shows the mechanics of Hariyama's new ability. I got smashed.
http://www.pokemonshowdown.com/replay/dusk-duskmod-29 http://www.pokemonshowdown.com/replay/dusk-duskmod-35 Two battles showcasing the new and improved arsenal of hail teams! Also featuring darkrai.
