RU Emboar

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Overview
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Emboar established itself as one of the top Fire-type powerhouses of BW RU, and although it didn't receive a Mega Evolution or an increase in any of its base stats, it has seen an increase in usage. The increase is primarily because Entei was moved up to UU, which left Emboar as the only physical Fire-type in the tier. Emboar received Sucker Punch in XY, which was a godsend as priority moves for Pokemon with low Speed and high Attack stats are extremely valuable. Much is the same though; Emboar still has an expansive movepool with respectable base Attack and Special Attack stats. It still maintains decent bulk despite having low base defenses thanks to its large base 110 HP. It's also the only Fire-type in the tier that has neutrality to Rock-type moves because of its dual Fire / Fighting typing. However, Emboar doesn't have the Speed to get past Pokemon it should counter without taking a hit first. Emboar's poor Speed also makes it susceptible to being revenge KOed. Many of Emboar's moves have harsh penalties that include stat drops and nasty recoil damage, all of which hurt its longevity. It also lacks the capability to remove most of its important counters like Cresselia and Golbat, leaving Emboar to lean on its team for support. However, when given the right team support, Emboar becomes an extremely useful Pokemon.

Mixed Attacker
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name: Mixed Attacker
move 1: Fire Blast
move 2: Grass Knot
move 3: Superpower
move 4: Sucker Punch
ability: Blaze
item: Life Orb / Expert Belt
evs: 72 Atk / 252 SAtk / 184 Spe
nature: Rash

Moves
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Emboars boasts an incredible base 123 Attack and a decent base 100 Special Attack along with a massive movepool that can take advantage of its incredible offensive potential. This moveset allows Emboar to beat many of its conventional checks and counters while retaining its wallbreaking prowess. Thanks to Game Freak, Emboar has access to two of the most powerful Fire-type moves in the game. Fire Blast is Emboar's STAB attack and the main damaging move of this set, allowing Emboar to hit most of the tier for a decent amount of damage. Fire Blast has a drop in power compared to Flare Blitz but it also has a lack of recoil which increases Emboars longevity. Grass Knot is the driving force that allows Emboar to beat many of its conventional checks, including Slowking, Alomomola, Rhyperior, Jellicent, and Gastrodon. All of these Pokemon are OHKOed or 2HKOed by Grass Knot after Stealth Rock damage. Superpower is Emboar's second STAB move and allows Emboar to challenge Pokemon that could care less about Fire Blast or Grass Knot, like Lanturn and Druddigon. Sucker Punch isEmboar'snew priority move that allows it to get pastits Psychic- and Ghost-type counters. Sucker Punch OHKOes Delphox and Mega Banette after Stealth Rock damage. The only downside to Sucker Punch is that the opposing Pokemon must attack in order for the move to work, which leaves Emboar open to being afflicted with status ailments. Earthquake can be considered as an option because it 2HKOes Lanturn, but this is only recommended if your team has trouble dealing with Lanturn because replacing any of the moves on this set would decrease its effectiveness. Wild Charge is another viable option that gives Emboar a way to hit Flying-type Pokemon super effectively. However, it might not be worth the slot because Fire Blast will hit almost all of the tier's Flying-type Pokemon for decent amounts of damage, except for Moltres.

Set Details
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This set maximizes Emboar's Special Attack in order to net as much damage as possible with Fire Blast and Grass Knot as those attacks are the set's most important moves. A Life Orb is the preferreditem because it provides a generous boost to all attacks instead of just super effective moves. Expert Belt can still be effective, but the drop in power compromises Emboar's ability to act as an efficient wallbreaker. The 184 Speed EVs allow Emboar to outspeed uninvested base 85 Pokemon, namely Gligar, which is 2HKOed by Fire Blast.

Usage Tips
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There's little reason to be scared of using Superpower when necessary, because Superpower's Attack and Defense drops aren't very important as this sets main focus is on Emboar's Special Attack stat. Knock Off is also a major problem because losing the power boost Life Orb offers severely hampers Emboar's wallbreaking capability. Choosing to opt for an Expert Belt hinders Emboar's attempts to break down the opposing team's defensive Pokemon, because moves are only boosted when a super effective attack is used. Also, if you choose to use an Expert Belt over a Life Orb, you'll have to rely heavily on prediction to net decent damage with Fire Blast. Using an Expert Belt also makes it more difficult to deal with Jellicent as it can recover Sucker Punch damage and take a few Grass Knots. It's also important to note that Moltres walls this set.


Team Options
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Powerful Grass- or Ground-type Pokemon are great partners for a mixed Emboar, mainly because they can easily break Lanturn. Rotom-C can also break down Lanturn and switch Emboar in freely with Volt Switch. Stealth Rock support is important because with Stealth Rock active, Emboar is able to net crucial 2HKOs and OHKOs, most importantly guaranteeing a Sucker Punch OHKO on Delphox. Psychic-types can still cause Emboar problems despite its access to Sucker Punch, so having a Pokemon like Drapion to trap and KO Psychic-type Pokemon would give Emboar more chances to break down the opposing team's walls. A Flying-type Pokemon like Braviary enjoys having Emboar as a teammate because Emboar can eliminate the opposing team's Rock- and Steel-types. Sticky Web support is appreciated and allows Emboar to outspeed everything up to neutral-natured base 95 Speed Pokemon.


Choice Scarf
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name: Choice Scarf
move 1: Flare Blitz
move 2: Superpower
move 3: Wild Charge
move 4: Stone Edge / Sleep Talk
ability: Blaze
item: Choice Scarf
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
nature: Jolly

Moves
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Flare Blitz is the STAB move of choice here, and it should be what Emboar is spamming most of the time as it's so powerful. Superpower is another STAB move of Emboar's, and like Flare Blitz it can also punch holes in the opposing team. The only problem with Superpower is that it drops Emboar's Attack and Defense stats, meaning Emboar will have to switch out after using it. Wild Charge is this set's best coverage move, as it allows Emboar to get past bulky Water-types aside from Lanturn without having to lower its Attack and Defense. Stone Edge rounds out this set's excellent coverage and is preferred over Head Smash as it doesn't have any recoil. Stone Edge also gives Emboar a way to get past Flying-types, especially Moltres,which is one of its biggest checks. Sleep Talk could also be used over Stone Edge if your team lacks a sleep absorber; it also holds some surprise factor as most players would assume Emboar is useless after being put to sleep. Head Smash could be used over either Stone Edge or Sleep Talk because it's capable of breaking bulky Flying-type Pokemon like Golbat.

Set Details
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Use maximum Attack and Speed to ensure that Emboar outspeeds most Pokemon.AnAdamant nature can be considered, though using it means Emboar is unable to outspeed positive-natured base 108 Speed Pokemon. Whenequipped with a Choice Scarf, Emboar is able to check Pokemon like Cobalion, Durant, and Virizion because it doesn't have to take a hit before OHKOing them.


Usage Tips
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Like all movesets that utilize Choice Scarf, this set is mainly for hitting hard and switching out, unless the opposing team is weak enough for Emboar to sweep. Because Emboar has a low base Speed, positive-natured Jolteon is able to outspeed Choice Scarf Emboar without a Speed-boostingmove or item. Swellow and Choice Scarf Braviary are also able to outspeed a Choice Scarf Emboar, so it would be wise to switch out of these Pokemon if they are ever switched into Emboar. This set is used mainly as a revenge killer.


Team Options
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Emboar appreciates the help of a strong pivot that can wear down its checks and counters and also allow Emboar to switch in safely. Magneton and Rotom-C are worth considering for this role because Magneton resists Emboar's common weaknesses and Rotom-C is immune to one of them. Despite this, Magneton is still a great option albeit sharing a Ground-type weakness with Emboar. Pokemon with Stealth Rock such as Rhyperior and Cobalion aren't bad options either, as they are able to wear down Flying-type Pokemon that check Emboar well. Alomomola and Amoonguss are great partners as well, they can switch into all super effective attacks aimed at Emboar and thanks to their respective abilities, their health can be easily replenished. Alomomola can also pass Wishes to Emboar, which would allow it a bit more freedom when using moves with recoil (Wild Charge and Flare Blitz). Alomomola support also opens the door to Head Smash usage.

Other Options
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Choice Band Emboar is worth considering as the power increase would make Emboar an even deadlier wallbreaker. Using Flame Charge is an option, as it would allow Emboar to increase its poor Speed. Hammer Arm is another Fighting-type STAB move with a harsh penalty, but its Speed drop isn't as costly as Superpower's Attack and Defense drops. A Sunny Day + Solar Beam set could be used to get rid of bulky Water-type Pokemon that check Emboar. Taunt could prove to be very useful, but it would come at the cost of a coverage move. Roar could be used to phaze out setup sweepers, but Emboar would have to sacrifice a coverage move to use it as well. Toxic can be used to cripple threats that Emboar can't eliminate itself.



Checks & Counters
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**Slowking**: Emboar can 3HKO Slowking with Wild Charge or Grass Knot but only if it's not 2HKOed by Scald or Psyshock.

**Alomomola**: Emboar can 2HKO Alomomola with Grass Knot with its mixed set but the Choice Scarf set still lacks the power or flexibility to break it down.

**Moltres**: The mixed set iscompletely walled by Moltres and the Choice Scarf set only checks Moltres.

**Golbat**: Emboar fails to outspeed Golbat without a Choice Scarf or Speed boost and is OHKOed by Golbat's STAB Brave Bird.

**Rhyperior**: Rhyperior hastremendous bulk that allows it to take a hit from Emboar and hit back hard with Earthquake. The mixed Emboar set, however, OHKOes Rhyperior with Grass Knot.

**Gastrodon**: If Emboar lacks Grass Knot, there isn't any way Emboar is getting past Gastrodon, which 2HKOes Emboar with Earth Power.

**Cresselia**: Cresselia can take multiple hits from both sets thanks to its tremendous bulk and can OHKO with Psychic.

**Uxie**: Uxie has the ability to compress the damage taken and canhit back with Psychic.

**Druddigon**: Druddigon is able to tank every move on both of Emboar's sets and can OHKO with Earthquake.
 
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What about the Band and Ebelt sets? also Ebelt kind of has two sets, a mixed and a physical one. and yeh mention sucker punch like the shellder smuggler said. Choice scarf set looks good though.
 
Montsegur said:
What about the Band and Ebelt sets? also Ebelt kind of has two sets, a mixed and a physical one. and yeh mention sucker punch like the shellder smuggler said. Choice scarf set looks good though.
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I've already slashed E-belt next to Life Orb since both sets are basically the same.

Anyway I think I got everything else I missed so I guess this is QC ready n_n
 
Sticky web support by either levanny or shuckle can be mentioned in team options to help emboar with smashing through faster opponents
 
Ok, jumping in here. Going to break this down as best as I can Rob.

[Overview]

- Don't like the Flame Charge mention here since there isn't a set for it. I'd just remove this entirely
- When talking about it's Speed (or lackthereof) maybe mention examples of Pokemon it can't even outpace with a Scarf boost? (Swellow and Jolteon are two big ones)

[Mixed Attacker]

- There should be a space inbetween the # and the stat the EVs are for (so, 72 Atk / 252 SpA / 184 Spe) probably just had a mishap as you were writing it up, so nbd.
- Note that the opponent has to attack for Sucker Punch to work, and defensive Psychic and Ghost Pokemon (Cofagrigus, Cresselia, Reuniclus, etc.) may use a status move to avoid it.
- You're not sweeping or cleaning with this set. Remove that part. It's a wallbreaker. If you want to clean / sweep with Emboar, then go with Scarf
- I wouldn't mention Ground-types with handling Lanturn as they don't like Scald much.
- My god, mention answers for Moltres. It dgaf about anything this set has to offer (unless you use Wild Charge) AV Slowking, Lanturn, Regirock, SpDef Jellicent.

[Choice Scarf]

- Skipping all the way down to Team Options. Examples of SR users for Emboar? Cobalion and Rhyperior are probably the most reliable
- Sure, Rotom-N resists Flying, but it's kinda.... frail. I'd personally prefer to use Magneton here in spite of the shared Ground weakness.
- Swellow and Braviary (Scarf specifically) checks since you still don't outspeed them. Rhyperior, Registeel, Bronzong, etc.
- Mention how Alomomola's Wish support also lets Emboar spam Flare Blitz / Wild Charge more freely and also really opens the option for Head Smash.

[Other Options]

- Will-O-Wisp to screw Escavalier, Druddigon, and others that Emboar typically comes in on (Esca and Durant) or usually can't handle quickly enough (Druddigon)

[Checks & Counters]

- Slowking, not Slowbro. Just an oversight I'm sure, but figured I would point it out
- I'd keep Ghost-types down to just Cofagrigus and the odd Dusclops. The rest are either weak to Fire (Gourgeist sizes) or frail enough to be 2HKOed by Fire moves.

Also, when you're mentioning specific Pokemon types, make sure to do -type instead of -typed. So, for example, you would put Ghost-type Pokemon instead of Ghost-typed Pokemon. It'll just make it easier (and faster) for the GP Team to go through it when you get to that stage. So far, so good. Implement these changes and I'll likely give it a Check if someone doesn't beat me to it.
 
EonX said:
Ok, jumping in here. Going to break this down as best as I can Rob.

[Overview]

- Don't like the Flame Charge mention here since there isn't a set for it. I'd just remove this entirely
- When talking about it's Speed (or lackthereof) maybe mention examples of Pokemon it can't even outpace with a Scarf boost? (Swellow and Jolteon are two big ones)

[Mixed Attacker]

- There should be a space inbetween the # and the stat the EVs are for (so, 72 Atk / 252 SpA / 184 Spe) probably just had a mishap as you were writing it up, so nbd.
- Note that the opponent has to attack for Sucker Punch to work, and defensive Psychic and Ghost Pokemon (Cofagrigus, Cresselia, Reuniclus, etc.) may use a status move to avoid it.
- You're not sweeping or cleaning with this set. Remove that part. It's a wallbreaker. If you want to clean / sweep with Emboar, then go with Scarf
- I wouldn't mention Ground-types with handling Lanturn as they don't like Scald much.
- My god, mention answers for Moltres. It dgaf about anything this set has to offer (unless you use Wild Charge) AV Slowking, Lanturn, Regirock, SpDef Jellicent.

[Choice Scarf]

- Skipping all the way down to Team Options. Examples of SR users for Emboar? Cobalion and Rhyperior are probably the most reliable
- Sure, Rotom-N resists Flying, but it's kinda.... frail. I'd personally prefer to use Magneton here in spite of the shared Ground weakness.
- Swellow and Braviary (Scarf specifically) checks since you still don't outspeed them. Rhyperior, Registeel, Bronzong, etc.
- Mention how Alomomola's Wish support also lets Emboar spam Flare Blitz / Wild Charge more freely and also really opens the option for Head Smash.

[Other Options]

- Will-O-Wisp to screw Escavalier, Druddigon, and others that Emboar typically comes in on (Esca and Durant) or usually can't handle quickly enough (Druddigon)

[Checks & Counters]

- Slowking, not Slowbro. Just an oversight I'm sure, but figured I would point it out
- I'd keep Ghost-types down to just Cofagrigus and the odd Dusclops. The rest are either weak to Fire (Gourgeist sizes) or frail enough to be 2HKOed by Fire moves.

Also, when you're mentioning specific Pokemon types, make sure to do -type instead of -typed. So, for example, you would put Ghost-type Pokemon instead of Ghost-typed Pokemon. It'll just make it easier (and faster) for the GP Team to go through it when you get to that stage. So far, so good. Implement these changes and I'll likely give it a Check if someone doesn't beat me to it.
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I corrected the mistakes and implemented all of the suggested changes. That fcking Slowbro is like stuck in my head lol

I made the same mistake of listing it in my Moltres thread.
 
Rob. you accidentally put the Moltres check part in Set Details. Make sure you move it to Team Options instead. Otherwise, looks pretty good.

QC Approved 1/3
 
Remove Heat Wave and Scald from OO. Heat Wave is just not a good move ever and Scald wouldn't be used to burn a physical attacker since all Fire moves can do that.

Be sure to also mention that, with an Expert Belt, Emboar has to rely on prediction more in order to make Fire Blast actually hit hard. In that set, 2HKOing Jellicient isn't that significant since it can just Recover the damage you did to it and otherwise you'll have to rely on Grass Knot (which still hurts tbh, since Jellicient is a heavy ghost)

Finally, remove Dusclops from Checks and Counters. Dusclops is pretty much unviable.

QC APPROVED 2/3
 
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Overview
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Emboar established itself as one of the top Fire-type powerhouses of generation 5's RU class, and although it didn't receive a Mega Evolution or an increase in any of its base stats, it has seen an increase in usage. The increase of Emboar usage is because Entei was moved up to UU, which left Emboar as the only physical Fire-type Pokemon in the tier. Emboar received Sucker Punch in XY, which was a godsend since priority moves for Pokemon with low Speed and high Attack stats are extremely valuable. Much is the same though; Emboar still has an expansive movepool with respectable base Attack and Special Attack stats. It still maintains decent bulk despite having low base defenses thanks to its large base 110 base HP stat. It's also the only Fire-type in the tier that has neutrality to Rock-type moves because of its Fire / Fighting dual typing. Emboar still has many flaws, its poor Speed is its most glaring problem. It However, Emboar doesn't have the Speed to get passed Pokemon it should counter without taking a hit first. Emboar's poor speed also makes it susceptible to being revenge KOed. Many of Emboar's moves have harsh penalties that include stats drops and nasty recoil damage, all of which hurt its longevity. It also lacks the capability to remove most of its important counters like Cresselia and Golbat, which leaves Emboar to lean on its team for support. But when given the right team support Emboar becomes an extremely useful Pokemon.

Mixed Attacker
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name: Mixed Attacker
move 1: Fire Blast
move 2: Grass Knot
move 3: Superpower
move 4: Sucker Punch
ability: Blaze
item: Life Orb / Expert Belt
evs: 72 Atk / 252 SpaAtk / 184 Spe
nature: Rash

Moves
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Emboar's boasts an incredible base 123 Attack and a decent base 100 Special Attack along with a massive movepool that can take advantage of its incredible offensive potential. This moveset allows Emboar to beat many of its conventional checks and counters while retaining its wall breaking prowess. Thanks to Game Freak, Emboar has access to two of the most powerful Fire-type moves in the game. Fire Blast is Emboars STAB and the main attacking move of this set that allows Emboar to hit most of the tier with a decent amount of damage. Fire Blast has a drop off in power when compared to Flare Blitz but it also has a lack of recoil which increases Emboars longevity. Grass Knot is the most interesting move of this set and is the driving force that allows Emboar to beat many of its conventional checks like: Slowking, Alomomola, Rhyperior, Jellicent, and Gastrodon. All of the aforementioned Pokemon are OHKOed or 2HKOed by Grass Knot after Stealth Rock damage. Superpower is Emboars second STAB and an extremely powerful move that allows Emboar to challenge Pokemon that could care less about Fire Blast or Grass Knot, like Lanturn and Druddigon. Sucker Punch is Emboar's new priority move that allows it to get passed its Psychic- and Ghost-type counters. Sucker Punch OHKOes Delphox, and Mega-Banette after Stealth Rock damage. The only downside with Sucker Punch is the fact that the opposing Pokemon must attack in order for the move to work, which leaves Emboar open to being afflicted with status ailments. Earthquake can be considered as an option because it 2HKOes Lanturn, this is only recommended if your team has trouble dealing with Lanturn because replacing any of the moves on this set would decrease its effectiveness. Wild Charge is another viable option, that gives Emboar a way to hit Flying types super effectively. But it may not be worth the slot since Fire Blast will hit almost all of the tiers Flying-typed Pokemon for decent amount of damage, except for Moltres.

Set Details
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This set maximizes Emboar's Special Attack in order to net as much damage as possible with Fire Blast and Grass Knot, because those attacks are the sets most important moves. A Life Orb is the preferred held item because it provides a generous boost on all attacks instead of just super effective moves. Expert Belt can still be effective but the drop off in power compromises Emboar's ability to act as an efficient wall breaker. The 184 Speed EVs allow Emboar to outspeed uninvested base 85 Pokemon, namely Gligar who is 2HKOed by Fire Blast.

Usage Tips
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There's little reason to be scared of using Superpower when necessary, because Superpower's Defense and Attack Attack and Defense stat drops aren't very important since this set's main focus is on Emboar's Special Attack stat. Knock Off is also a major problem because losing the power boost Life Orb offers severely hampers Emboar's wallbreaking capability. Choosing to opt for an Expert Belt hinders Emboar's attempts to break down the opposing teams defensive Pokemon. That’'s because moves are only boosted when the attack being used is super effective. Also, if you choose to use an Expert Belt over a Life Orb then you'll have to rely heavily on prediction to net decent damage with Fire Blast. Using an Expert Belt also makes it more difficult to deal with Jellicent since it can Recover Sucker Punch damage and take a few Grass Knots. It’'s also important to note that Moltres walls this set.

Team Options
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Powerful Grass or Ground-type Pokemon could prove to be great partners for a mixed Emboar, mainly because they can easily break Lanturn. Rotom-C is an excellent example of a Pokemon that can break down Lanturn and switch Emboar in freely with Volt Switch. Stealth Rock support is important because with Stealth Rock active, Emboar is able to net crucial 2HKOes and OHKOes. The most important example would be the guarantee that Sucker Punch OHKOes Delphox after Stealth Rock damage. Psychic-types can still cause Emboar problems despite its access to Sucker Punch. So having a Pokemon like Drapion to trap and KO Psychic-type Pokemon would give Emboar more chances to break down the opposing teams walls. A Flying-type Pokemon like Braviary enjoys having Emboar as a teammate because it can eliminate the opposing teams Rock- and Steel-types. Sticky Web support is appreciated and allows Emboar to outspeed everything up to neutral base 95 Speed Pokemon.

Choice Scarf
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name: Choice Scarf
move 1: Flare Blitz
move 2: Superpower
move 3: Wild Charge
move 4: Stone Edge / Sleep Talk
ability: Blaze
item: Choice Scarf
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
nature: Jolly

Moves
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Flare Blitz is the STAB move of choice here and it should be what Emboar is spamming most of the time since it's so powerful. Superpower is another STAB move of Emboar's, and like Flare Blitz it can also punch holes in the opposing team. The only problem with Superpower is that it drops Emboar's Attack and Defense stats meaning it will have to switch out after using it. Wild Charge is this set's best coverage move because as it allows Emboar to get passed bulky Water-types (bar Lanturn) without having to drop its Attack and Defense. Stone Edge rounds out this set's excellent coverage and is preferred over Head Smash since it doesn't have any recoil. Stone Edge also gives Emboar a way to get passed past Flying-types, especially Moltres, who is one of its biggest checks. Sleep Talk could also be used over Stone Edge if your team lacks a sleep absorber; it also holds some surprise factor since most players would assume it's useless after being put to sleep. Head Smash could be used over both Stone Edge and Sleep Talk because it's capable of breaking bulky Flying-type Pokemon like Golbat.

Set Details
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Maximum Speed and Attack Speed and Attack to ensure that Emboar outspeeds most Pokemon. Adamant nature can be considered although it's unable to outspeed base 108 positive Speed natured Pokemon. When holding onto a Choice Scarfed, Emboar is able to better check Pokemon like Cobalion, Durant, and Virizion because it doesn't have to take a hit before OHKOing the aforementioned Pokemon.

Usage Tips
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Like all movesets that utilize Choice Scarfs, this set is mainly for hitting hard and switching out, unless the opposing team is weak enough for Emboar to sweep. Because Emboar has such a low base Speed, positive Speed natured Jolteon is able to outspeed Choice Scarfed Emboar without a speed boosting move or item. Swellow and Choice Scarfed Braviary are also Pokemon who are able to outspeed a Choice Scarfed holding Emboar, so it'll be wise to switch out of these Pokemon if they are ever switched in to Emboar. Please note that This set is used mainly as a revenge killer.

Team Options
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Emboar appreciates the help of a strong pivot that can wear down its checks and counters and also allow switch Emboar to switch in safely. Magneton and Rotom-C are Pokemon to consider for this role because they Magneton resists them or are and Rotom-C is immune to Emboar's common weaknesses (bar Flying-types in Rotom-C's case). Despite that fact, Magneton is still a great option despite albeit sharing the same Ground-type weakness as Emboar. A Stealth Rock supporting Pokemon isn't aren't always use "aren't" if talking about plural stuff a bad option either because as they are able to wear down Flying-typed Pokemon who are Emboar's best checks. Rhyperior and Cobalion are the best options in this case. Alomomola and Amoonguss are great partners as well, because of the fact they can switch into all super effective attacks aimed at Emboar and thanks to their respective abilities, their health can be easily replenished. Alomomola can also pass Wishes to Emboar which would allow it a bit more freedom when using moves with recoil (Wild Charge and Flare Blitz). Alomomola support also opens the door for Head Smash usage.

Other Options
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A moveset with Emboar holding onto of a Choice Band Emboar is worth considering since the power increase would make Emboar an even deadlier wall breaker. Using Flame Charge is an option since using as it would allow Emboar to increase its poor speed. Other notable moves include Hammer Arm which is another Fighting-type STAB with a harsh penalty but its Speed drop isn't as costly as better than Superpower's Attack and Defense drop. A Sunny Day and Solar Beam set could be used to get rid of bulky Water-typed Pokemon that check Emboar. Taunt could prove to be very useful but at the cost of a coverage move. Roar could be used to phasze out set-up sweepers but you would have to sacrifice a coverage move to use it as well. Whereas Toxic's role is to cripples threats that Emboar can't eliminate itself.

Checks & Counters
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**Slowking**: Emboar can 3HKO Slowking with Wild Charge or Grass Knot but not before only if it's not 2HKOed by Scald or Psyshock.

**Alomomola**: Emboar can 2HKO Alomomola with Grass Knot with its mixed set but the Choice Scarf set still lacks the power or flexibility to break down Alomomola.

**Moltres**: The mixed set is again completely walled by Moltres and the Choice Scarf set only checks Moltres.

**Golbat**: Emboar fails to outspeed Golbat without a Choice Scarf or Speed boost, and it's OHKOed by Golbat's STAB Brave Bird.

**Rhyperior**: Has tremendous bulk that allows it to take a hit from Emboar and OHKO hit it back with Earthquake. The mixed Emboar set, however, OHKOes Rhyperior with Grass Knot.

**Gastrodon**: If Emboar lacks Grass Knot there isn't any way Emboar is getting passed past Gastrodon. Gastrodon It also 2HKOes Emboar with Earth Power.

**Cresselia**: Can take multiple hits from both sets thanks to its tremendous bulk and can OHKO with Psychic.

**Uxie**: Can take multiple hits from both sets thanks to its tremendous bulk Has the ability to compress the damage taken and can also OHKO hit back with using Psychic.

**Druddigon**: Druddigon is able to tank every move on both of Emboar's sets and OHKO with Earthquake.
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Overview
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Emboar established itself as one of the top Fire-type powerhouses of BW's generation 5's RU tier class, and although it didn't receive a Mega Evolution or an increase in any of its base stats, it has seen an increase in usage. The increase of Emboar usage This increase is primarily because Entei was moved up to UU, which left Emboar as the only physical Fire-type Pokemon in the tier. Emboar received Sucker Punch in XY, which was a godsend since priority moves for Pokemon with low Speed and high Attack stats are extremely valuable. Much is the same though; Emboar still has an expansive movepool with respectable base Attack and Special Attack stats. It still maintains decent bulk despite having low base defenses thanks to its large base 110 HP stat. It's also the only Fire-type in the tier that has neutrality to Rock-type moves because of its dual Fire / Fighting dual typing. However, Emboar doesn't have the Speed to get past passed Pokemon it should counter without taking a hit first. Emboar's poor Speed also makes it susceptible to being revenge KOed. Many of Emboar's moves have harsh penalties that include stats drops and nasty recoil damage, all of which hurt its longevity. It also lacks the capability to remove most of its important counters like Cresselia and Golbat, which leaves leaving Emboar to lean on its team for support. But However, when given the right team support, [comma] Emboar becomes an extremely useful Pokemon.

Mixed Attacker
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name: Mixed Attacker
move 1: Fire Blast
move 2: Grass Knot
move 3: Superpower
move 4: Sucker Punch
ability: Blaze
item: Life Orb / Expert Belt
evs: 72 Atk / 252 SAtk / 184 Spe
nature: Rash

Moves
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Emboars boasts an incredible base 123 Attack and a decent base 100 Special Attack along with a massive movepool that can take advantage of its incredible offensive potential. This moveset allows Emboar to beat many of its conventional checks and counters while retaining its wallbreaking prowess. Thanks to Game Freak, [comma] Emboar has access to two of the most powerful Fire-type moves in the game. Fire Blast is Emboar's STAB attack and the main damaging attacking move of this set, [comma] allowing that allows Emboar to hit most of the tier with for a decent amount of damage. Fire Blast has a drop off in power when compared to Flare Blitz, [comma] but it also has a lack of recoil which increases Emboar's longevity. Grass Knot is the most interesting move of this set and is the driving force that allows Emboar to beat many of its conventional checks, [comma] including like: Slowking, Alomomola, Rhyperior, Jellicent, and Gastrodon. All of these the aforementioned Pokemon are OHKOed or 2HKOed by Grass Knot after Stealth Rock damage. Superpower is Emboar's second STAB move and an extremely powerful move that allows Emboar to challenge Pokemon that could care less about Fire Blast or Grass Knot, like Lanturn and Druddigon. Sucker Punch is Emboars new priority move that allows it to get passed its Psychic- and Ghost-type counters. Sucker Punch OHKOes Delphox [removed ,] and Mega Banette after Stealth Rock damage. The only downside to with Sucker Punch is the fact that the opposing Pokemon must attack in order for the move to work, which leaves Emboar open to being afflicted with status ailments. Earthquake can be considered as an option because it 2HKOes Lanturn, but this is only recommended if your team has trouble dealing with Lanturn because replacing any of the moves on this set would decrease its effectiveness. Wild Charge is another viable option [removed ,] that gives Emboar a way to hit Flying-type Pokemon super effectively. But However, it may not be worth the slot since Fire Blast will hit almost all of the tier's Flying-type Pokemon for decent amounts of damage, except for Moltres.

Set Details
========

This set maximizes Emboar's Special Attack in order to net as much damage as possible with Fire Blast and Grass Knot, because as those attacks are the set's most important moves. A Life Orb is the preferred held item because it provides a generous boost to on all attacks instead of just super effective moves. Expert Belt can still be effective, [comma] but the drop off in power compromises Emboars ability to act as an efficient wallbreaker. The 184 Speed EVs allow Emboar to outspeed uninvested base 85 Pokemon, namely Gligar who is 2HKOed by Fire Blast.

Usage Tips
========

There's little reason to be scared of using Superpower when necessary, because Superpower's Attack and Defense stat drops aren't very important since this sets main focus is on Emboar's Special Attack stat. Knock Off is also a major problem because losing the power boost Life Orb offers severely hampers Emboars wallbreaking capability. Choosing to opt for an Expert Belt hinders Emboar's attempts to break down the opposing team's defensive Pokemon, [. to ,] That's because moves are only boosted when a super effective attack is used the attack being used is super effective. Also, [comma] if you choose to use an Expert Belt over a Life Orb, [comma] then you'll have to rely heavily on prediction to net decent damage with Fire Blast. Using an Expert Belt also makes it more difficult to deal with Jellicent since it can recover Sucker Punch damage and take a few Grass Knots. It's also important to note that Moltres walls this set.


Team Options
========

Powerful Grass- or Ground-type Pokemon are could prove to be great partners for a mixed Emboar, mainly because they can easily break Lanturn. Rotom-C can also is an excellent example of a Pokemon that can break down Lanturn and switch Emboar in freely with Volt Switch. Stealth Rock support is important because with Stealth Rock active, Emboar is able to net crucial 2HKOs and OHKOs, [comma] most importantly guaranteeing a Sucker Punch OHKO on Delphox. The most important example would be the guarantee that Sucker Punch OHKOes Delphox after Stealth Rock damage. Psychic-types can still cause Emboar problems despite its access to Sucker Punch, [comma] so having a Pokemon like Drapion to trap and KO Psychic-type Pokemon would give Emboar more chances to break down the opposing team's walls. A Flying-type Pokemon like Braviary enjoys having Emboar as a teammate because Emboar it can eliminate the opposing team's Rock- and Steel-types. Sticky Web support is appreciated and allows Emboar to outspeed everything up to neutral base 95 Speed Pokemon.


Choice Scarf
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name: Choice Scarf
move 1: Flare Blitz
move 2: Superpower
move 3: Wild Charge
move 4: Stone Edge / Sleep Talk
ability: Blaze
item: Choice Scarf
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
nature: Jolly

Moves
========

Flare Blitz is the STAB move of choice here, [comma] and it should be what Emboar is spamming most of the time since it's so powerful. Superpower is another STAB move of Emboar's, and like Flare Blitz, [comma] it can also punch holes in the opposing team. The only problem with Superpower is that it drops Emboar's Attack and Defense stats, [comma] meaning it will have to switch out after using it. Wild Charge is this set's best coverage move, [comma] as it allows Emboar to get past passed bulky Water-types aside from Lanturn (bar Lanturn) without having to drop lower its Attack and Defense. Stone Edge rounds out this set's excellent coverage and is preferred over Head Smash since it doesn't have any recoil. Stone Edge also gives Emboar a way to get past Flying-types, especially Moltres, who is one of its biggest checks. Sleep Talk could also be used over Stone Edge if your team lacks a sleep absorber; it also holds some surprise factor since most players would assume Emboar is it's useless after being put to sleep. Head Smash could be used over either both Stone Edge or and Sleep Talk because it's capable of breaking bulky Flying-type Pokemon like Golbat.

Set Details
========

Use maximum Attack and Speed to ensure that Emboar outspeeds most Pokemon. Adamant nature can be considered, [comma] though using it means Emboar is although it's unable to outspeed base 108 positive Speed natured Pokemon. When Scarfed, Emboar is able to check Pokemon like Cobalion, Durant, and Virizion because it doesn't have to take a hit before OHKOing them the aforementioned Pokemon.


Usage Tips
========

Like all movesets that utilize Choice Scarf, [comma] this set is mainly for hitting hard and switching out, unless the opposing team is weak enough for Emboar to sweep. Because Emboar has a low base Speed, positive Speed natured Jolteon is able to outspeed Choice Scarf Emboar without a Speed boosting move or item. Swellow and Choice Scarf Braviary are also Pokemon who are able to outspeed a Scarfed Emboar, so it'll it would be wise to switch out of these Pokemon if they are ever switched into Emboar. This set is used mainly as a revenge killer.


Team Options
========

Emboar appreciates the help of a strong pivot that can wear down its checks and counters and also allow Emboar to switch in safely. Magneton and Rotom-C are worth considering for this role because Magneton resists Emboar's common weaknesses them and Rotom-C is immune to most of them. Emboars common weaknesses (bar Flying-types). Despite this that fact, Magneton is still a great option albeit sharing a the same Ground-type weakness as Emboar. Stealth Rock supporting Pokemon such as Rhyperior and Cobalion aren't bad options either, [comma] as they are able to wear down Flying-type Pokemon that check Emboar well who are Emboar's best checks. Rhyperior and Cobalion are the best options in this case. Alomomola and Amoonguss are great partners as well, as they can switch into all super effective attacks aimed at Emboar and thanks to their respective abilities, their health can be easily replenished. Alomomola can also pass Wishes to Emboar, [comma] which would allow it a bit more freedom when using moves with recoil (Wild Charge and Flare Blitz). Alomomola support also opens the door to for Head Smash usage.

Other Options
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A moveset of a Choice Band Emboar is worth considering since the power increase would make Emboar an even deadlier wallbreaker. Using Flame Charge is an option, [comma] as it would allow Emboar to increase its poor Speed. Other notable moves include Hammer Arm which is another Fighting-type STAB with a harsh penalty, [comma] but its Speed drop isn't as costly as Superpower's Attack and Defense drops. A Sunny Day and + [plus] Solar Beam set could be used to get rid of bulky Water-type Pokemon that check Emboar. Taunt could prove to be very useful, [comma] but it would come at the cost of a coverage move. Roar could be used to phaze out setup sweepers, [comma] but you would have to sacrifice a coverage move to use it as well. Whereas Toxic's role is Toxic can be used to cripple threats that Emboar can't eliminate itself.



Checks & Counters
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**Slowking** Emboar can 3HKO Slowking with Wild Charge or Grass Knot, [comma] but only if it's not 2HKOed by Scald or Psyshock.

**Alomomola** Emboar can 2HKO Alomomola with Grass Knot with its mixed set, [comma] but the Choice Scarf set still lacks the power or flexibility to break it down down Alomomola.

**Moltres** The mixed set is again completely walled by Moltres and the Choice Scarf set only checks Moltres.

**Golbat** Emboar fails to outspeed Golbat without a Choice Scarf or Speed boost [removed ,] and is OHKOed by Golbat's STAB Brave Bird.

**Rhyperior** Rhyperior has tremendous bulk that allows it to take a hit from Emboar and hit it back hard with Earthquake. The mixed Emboar set, however, OHKOes Rhyperior with Grass Knot.

**Gastrodon** If Emboar lacks Grass Knot, [comma] there isn't any way Emboar is getting past Gastrodon, [. to ,] who It also 2HKOes Emboar with Earth Power.

**Cresselia** Cresselia can take multiple hits from both sets thanks to its tremendous bulk and can OHKO with Psychic

**Uxie** Uxie has the ability to compress the damage taken and can also hit back with Psychic.

**Druddigon** Druddigon is able to tank every move on both of Emboar's sets and can OHKO with Earthquake.
 
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Overview
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Emboar established itself as one of the top Fire-type powerhouses of BW's generation 5's RU tier class, and although it didn't receive a Mega Evolution or an increase in any of its base stats, it has seen an increase in usage. The increase of Emboar usage This increase is primarily because Entei was moved up to UU, which left Emboar as the only physical Fire-type Pokemon in the tier. Emboar received Sucker Punch in XY, which was a godsend since priority moves for Pokemon with low Speed and high Attack stats are extremely valuable. Much is the same though; Emboar still has an expansive movepool with respectable base Attack and Special Attack stats. It still maintains decent bulk despite having low base defenses thanks to its large base 110 HP stat. It's also the only Fire-type in the tier that has neutrality to Rock-type moves because of its dual Fire / Fighting dual typing. However, Emboar doesn't have the Speed to get past passed Pokemon it should counter without taking a hit first. Emboar's poor Speed also makes it susceptible to being revenge KOed. Many of Emboar's moves have harsh penalties that include stats drops and nasty recoil damage, all of which hurt its longevity. It also lacks the capability to remove most of its important counters like Cresselia and Golbat, which leaves leaving Emboar to lean on its team for support. But However, when given the right team support, [comma] Emboar becomes an extremely useful Pokemon.

Mixed Attacker
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name: Mixed Attacker
move 1: Fire Blast
move 2: Grass Knot
move 3: Superpower
move 4: Sucker Punch
ability: Blaze
item: Life Orb / Expert Belt
evs: 72 Atk / 252 SAtk / 184 Spe
nature: Rash

Moves
========

Emboars boasts an incredible base 123 Attack and a decent base 100 Special Attack along with a massive movepool that can take advantage of its incredible offensive potential. This moveset allows Emboar to beat many of its conventional checks and counters while retaining its wallbreaking prowess. Thanks to Game Freak, [comma] Emboar has access to two of the most powerful Fire-type moves in the game. Fire Blast is Emboar's STAB attack and the main damaging attacking move of this set, [comma] allowing that allows Emboar to hit most of the tier with for a decent amount of damage. Fire Blast has a drop off in power when compared to Flare Blitz, [comma] but it also has a lack of recoil which increases Emboar's longevity. Grass Knot is the most interesting move of this set and is the driving force that allows Emboar to beat many of its conventional checks, [comma] including like: Slowking, Alomomola, Rhyperior, Jellicent, and Gastrodon. All of these the aforementioned Pokemon are OHKOed or 2HKOed by Grass Knot after Stealth Rock damage. Superpower is Emboar's second STAB move and an extremely powerful move that allows Emboar to challenge Pokemon that could care less about Fire Blast or Grass Knot, like Lanturn and Druddigon. Sucker Punch is Emboars new priority move that allows it to get passed its Psychic- and Ghost-type counters. Sucker Punch OHKOes Delphox [removed ,] and Mega Banette after Stealth Rock damage. The only downside to with Sucker Punch is the fact that the opposing Pokemon must attack in order for the move to work, which leaves Emboar open to being afflicted with status ailments. Earthquake can be considered as an option because it 2HKOes Lanturn, but this is only recommended if your team has trouble dealing with Lanturn because replacing any of the moves on this set would decrease its effectiveness. Wild Charge is another viable option [removed ,] that gives Emboar a way to hit Flying-type Pokemon super effectively. But However, it may not be worth the slot since Fire Blast will hit almost all of the tier's Flying-type Pokemon for decent amounts of damage, except for Moltres.

Set Details
========

This set maximizes Emboar's Special Attack in order to net as much damage as possible with Fire Blast and Grass Knot, because as those attacks are the set's most important moves. A Life Orb is the preferred held item because it provides a generous boost to on all attacks instead of just super effective moves. Expert Belt can still be effective, [comma] but the drop off in power compromises Emboars ability to act as an efficient wallbreaker. The 184 Speed EVs allow Emboar to outspeed uninvested base 85 Pokemon, namely Gligar who is 2HKOed by Fire Blast.

Usage Tips
========

There's little reason to be scared of using Superpower when necessary, because Superpower's Attack and Defense stat drops aren't very important since this sets main focus is on Emboar's Special Attack stat. Knock Off is also a major problem because losing the power boost Life Orb offers severely hampers Emboars wallbreaking capability. Choosing to opt for an Expert Belt hinders Emboar's attempts to break down the opposing team's defensive Pokemon, [. to ,] That's because moves are only boosted when a super effective attack is used the attack being used is super effective. Also, [comma] if you choose to use an Expert Belt over a Life Orb, [comma] then you'll have to rely heavily on prediction to net decent damage with Fire Blast. Using an Expert Belt also makes it more difficult to deal with Jellicent since it can recover Sucker Punch damage and take a few Grass Knots. It's also important to note that Moltres walls this set.


Team Options
========

Powerful Grass- or Ground-type Pokemon are could prove to be great partners for a mixed Emboar, mainly because they can easily break Lanturn. Rotom-C can also is an excellent example of a Pokemon that can break down Lanturn and switch Emboar in freely with Volt Switch. Stealth Rock support is important because with Stealth Rock active, Emboar is able to net crucial 2HKOs and OHKOs, [comma] most importantly guaranteeing a Sucker Punch OHKO on Delphox. The most important example would be the guarantee that Sucker Punch OHKOes Delphox after Stealth Rock damage. Psychic-types can still cause Emboar problems despite its access to Sucker Punch, [comma] so having a Pokemon like Drapion to trap and KO Psychic-type Pokemon would give Emboar more chances to break down the opposing team's walls. A Flying-type Pokemon like Braviary enjoys having Emboar as a teammate because Emboar it can eliminate the opposing team's Rock- and Steel-types. Sticky Web support is appreciated and allows Emboar to outspeed everything up to neutral base 95 Speed Pokemon.


Choice Scarf
########
name: Choice Scarf
move 1: Flare Blitz
move 2: Superpower
move 3: Wild Charge
move 4: Stone Edge / Sleep Talk
ability: Blaze
item: Choice Scarf
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
nature: Jolly

Moves
========

Flare Blitz is the STAB move of choice here, [comma] and it should be what Emboar is spamming most of the time since it's so powerful. Superpower is another STAB move of Emboar's, and like Flare Blitz, [comma] it can also punch holes in the opposing team. The only problem with Superpower is that it drops Emboar's Attack and Defense stats, [comma] meaning it will have to switch out after using it. Wild Charge is this set's best coverage move, [comma] as it allows Emboar to get past passed bulky Water-types aside from Lanturn (bar Lanturn) without having to drop lower its Attack and Defense. Stone Edge rounds out this set's excellent coverage and is preferred over Head Smash since it doesn't have any recoil. Stone Edge also gives Emboar a way to get past Flying-types, especially Moltres, who is one of its biggest checks. Sleep Talk could also be used over Stone Edge if your team lacks a sleep absorber; it also holds some surprise factor since most players would assume Emboar is it's useless after being put to sleep. Head Smash could be used over either both Stone Edge or and Sleep Talk because it's capable of breaking bulky Flying-type Pokemon like Golbat.

Set Details
========

Use maximum Attack and Speed to ensure that Emboar outspeeds most Pokemon. Adamant nature can be considered, [comma] though using it means Emboar is although it's unable to outspeed base 108 positive Speed natured Pokemon. When Scarfed, Emboar is able to check Pokemon like Cobalion, Durant, and Virizion because it doesn't have to take a hit before OHKOing them the aforementioned Pokemon.


Usage Tips
========

Like all movesets that utilize Choice Scarf, [comma] this set is mainly for hitting hard and switching out, unless the opposing team is weak enough for Emboar to sweep. Because Emboar has a low base Speed, positive Speed natured Jolteon is able to outspeed Choice Scarf Emboar without a Speed boosting move or item. Swellow and Choice Scarf Braviary are also Pokemon who are able to outspeed a Scarfed Emboar, so it'll it would be wise to switch out of these Pokemon if they are ever switched into Emboar. This set is used mainly as a revenge killer.


Team Options
========

Emboar appreciates the help of a strong pivot that can wear down its checks and counters and also allow Emboar to switch in safely. Magneton and Rotom-C are worth considering for this role because Magneton resists Emboar's common weaknesses them and Rotom-C is immune to most of them. Emboars common weaknesses (bar Flying-types). Despite this that fact, Magneton is still a great option albeit sharing a the same Ground-type weakness as Emboar. Stealth Rock supporting Pokemon such as Rhyperior and Cobalion aren't bad options either, [comma] as they are able to wear down Flying-type Pokemon that check Emboar well who are Emboar's best checks. Rhyperior and Cobalion are the best options in this case. Alomomola and Amoonguss are great partners as well, as they can switch into all super effective attacks aimed at Emboar and thanks to their respective abilities, their health can be easily replenished. Alomomola can also pass Wishes to Emboar, [comma] which would allow it a bit more freedom when using moves with recoil (Wild Charge and Flare Blitz). Alomomola support also opens the door to for Head Smash usage.

Other Options
########

A moveset of a Choice Band Emboar is worth considering since the power increase would make Emboar an even deadlier wallbreaker. Using Flame Charge is an option, [comma] as it would allow Emboar to increase its poor Speed. Other notable moves include Hammer Arm which is another Fighting-type STAB with a harsh penalty, [comma] but its Speed drop isn't as costly as Superpower's Attack and Defense drops. A Sunny Day and + [plus] Solar Beam set could be used to get rid of bulky Water-type Pokemon that check Emboar. Taunt could prove to be very useful, [comma] but it would come at the cost of a coverage move. Roar could be used to phaze out setup sweepers, [comma] but you would have to sacrifice a coverage move to use it as well. Whereas Toxic's role is Toxic can be used to cripple threats that Emboar can't eliminate itself.



Checks & Counters
########

**Slowking** Emboar can 3HKO Slowking with Wild Charge or Grass Knot, [comma] but only if it's not 2HKOed by Scald or Psyshock.

**Alomomola** Emboar can 2HKO Alomomola with Grass Knot with its mixed set, [comma] but the Choice Scarf set still lacks the power or flexibility to break it down down Alomomola.

**Moltres** The mixed set is again completely walled by Moltres and the Choice Scarf set only checks Moltres.

**Golbat** Emboar fails to outspeed Golbat without a Choice Scarf or Speed boost [removed ,] and is OHKOed by Golbat's STAB Brave Bird.

**Rhyperior** Rhyperior has tremendous bulk that allows it to take a hit from Emboar and hit it back hard with Earthquake. The mixed Emboar set, however, OHKOes Rhyperior with Grass Knot.

**Gastrodon** If Emboar lacks Grass Knot, [comma] there isn't any way Emboar is getting past Gastrodon, [. to ,] who It also 2HKOes Emboar with Earth Power.

**Cresselia** Cresselia can take multiple hits from both sets thanks to its tremendous bulk and can OHKO with Psychic

**Uxie** Uxie has the ability to compress the damage taken and can also hit back with Psychic.

**Druddigon** Druddigon is able to tank every move on both of Emboar's sets and can OHKO with Earthquake.
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Done and thanks. Possessive Pronouns always screw me over.
 
macrarazy said:
Ender: in the C&C section it's **text**:, you missed the colon. Also, in **Cresselia**: you missed the period in the end.
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I definitely wrote the colons in because I double checked that section specifically since it was unfamiliar to me. I don't know why they didn't show up; I've had a problem with text in the hide tag being deleted sometimes before. Not sure what happened. I will double check after the post has been submitted next time now that this has become a recurring issue.
 
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Overview
########

Emboar established itself as one of the top Fire-type powerhouses of BW's RU tier, and although it didn't receive a Mega Evolution or an increase in any of its base stats, it has seen an increase in usage. The increase is primarily because Entei was moved up to UU, which left Emboar as the only physical Fire-type Pokemon in the tier. Emboar received Sucker Punch in XY, which was a godsend since as priority moves for Pokemon with low Speed and high Attack stats are extremely valuable. Much is the same though; Emboar still has an expansive movepool with respectable base Attack and Special Attack stats. It still maintains decent bulk despite having low base defenses thanks to its large base 110 HP stat. It's also the only Fire-type in the tier that has neutrality to Rock-type moves because of its dual Fire / Fighting dual typing. However, Emboar doesn't have the Speed to get past Pokemon it should counter without taking a hit first. Emboar's poor Speed also makes it susceptible to being revenge KOed. Many of Emboar's moves have harsh penalties that include stats drops and nasty recoil damage, all of which hurt its longevity. It also lacks the capability to remove most of its important counters like Cresselia and Golbat, leaving Emboar to lean on its team for support. However, when given the right team support, Emboar becomes an extremely useful Pokemon.

Mixed Attacker
########
name: Mixed Attacker
move 1: Fire Blast
move 2: Grass Knot
move 3: Superpower
move 4: Sucker Punch
ability: Blaze
item: Life Orb / Expert Belt
evs: 72 Atk / 252 SAtk / 184 Spe
nature: Rash

Moves
========

Emboars boasts an incredible base 123 Attack and a decent base 100 Special Attack along with a massive movepool that can take advantage of its incredible offensive potential. This moveset allows Emboar to beat many of its conventional checks and counters while retaining its wallbreaking prowess. Thanks to Game Freak, Emboar has access to two of the most powerful Fire-type moves in the game. Fire Blast is Emboar's STAB attack and the main damaging move of this set, allowing Emboar to hit most of the tier with for a decent amount of damage. Fire Blast has a drop off in power when compared to Flare Blitz but it also has a lack of recoil which increases Emboars longevity. Grass Knot is the driving force that allows Emboar to beat many of its conventional checks, including Slowking, Alomomola, Rhyperior, Jellicent, and Gastrodon. All of these Pokemon are OHKOed or 2HKOed by Grass Knot after Stealth Rock damage. Superpower is Emboar's second STAB move and allows Emboar to challenge Pokemon that could care less about Fire Blast or Grass Knot, like Lanturn and Druddigon. Sucker Punch is Emboar's new priority move that allows it to get passed past its Psychic- and Ghost-type counters. Sucker Punch OHKOes Delphox and Mega Banette after Stealth Rock damage. The only downside to Sucker Punch is that the opposing Pokemon must attack in order for the move to work, which leaves Emboar open to being afflicted with status ailments. Earthquake can be considered as an option because it 2HKOes Lanturn, but this is only recommended if your team has trouble dealing with Lanturn because replacing any of the moves on this set would decrease its effectiveness. Wild Charge is another viable option that gives Emboar a way to hit Flying-type Pokemon super effectively. However, it may might not be worth the slot since because Fire Blast will hit almost all of the tier's Flying-type Pokemon for decent amounts of damage, except for Moltres.

Set Details
========

This set maximizes Emboar's Special Attack in order to net as much damage as possible with Fire Blast and Grass Knot as those attacks are the set's most important moves. A Life Orb is the preferred held item because it provides a generous boost to all attacks instead of just super effective moves. Expert Belt can still be effective, but the drop in power compromises Emboar's ability to act as an efficient wallbreaker. The 184 Speed EVs allow Emboar to outspeed uninvested base 85 Pokemon, namely Gligar,(AC) which who is 2HKOed by Fire Blast.

Usage Tips
========

There's little reason to be scared of using Superpower when necessary, because Superpower's Attack and Defense drops aren't very important since as this sets main focus is on Emboar's Special Attack stat. Knock Off is also a major problem because losing the power boost Life Orb offers severely hampers Emboar's wallbreaking capability. Choosing to opt for an Expert Belt hinders Emboar's attempts to break down the opposing team's defensive Pokemon, because moves are only boosted when a super effective attack is used. Also, if you choose to use an Expert Belt over a Life Orb, you'll have to rely heavily on prediction to net decent damage with Fire Blast. Using an Expert Belt also makes it more difficult to deal with Jellicent since as it can recover Sucker Punch damage and take a few Grass Knots. It's also important to note that Moltres walls this set.


Team Options
========

Powerful Grass- or Ground-type Pokemon are great partners for a mixed Emboar, mainly because they can easily break Lanturn. Rotom-C can also break down Lanturn and switch Emboar in freely with Volt Switch. Stealth Rock support is important because with Stealth Rock active, Emboar is able to net crucial 2HKOs and OHKOs, most importantly guaranteeing a Sucker Punch OHKO on Delphox. Psychic-types can still cause Emboar problems despite its access to Sucker Punch, so having a Pokemon like Drapion to trap and KO Psychic-type Pokemon would give Emboar more chances to break down the opposing team's walls. A Flying-type Pokemon like Braviary enjoys having Emboar as a teammate because Emboar can eliminate the opposing team's Rock- and Steel-types. Sticky Web support is appreciated and allows Emboar to outspeed everything up to neutral-natured base 95 Speed Pokemon.


Choice Scarf
########
name: Choice Scarf
move 1: Flare Blitz
move 2: Superpower
move 3: Wild Charge
move 4: Stone Edge / Sleep Talk
ability: Blaze
item: Choice Scarf
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
nature: Jolly

Moves
========

Flare Blitz is the STAB move of choice here, and it should be what Emboar is spamming most of the time since as it's so powerful. Superpower is another STAB move of Emboar's, and like Flare Blitz, (RC) it can also punch holes in the opposing team. The only problem with Superpower is that it drops Emboar's Attack and Defense stats, meaning it Emboar will have to switch out after using it. Wild Charge is this set's best coverage move, as it allows Emboar to get past bulky Water-types aside from Lanturn without having to lower its Attack and Defense. Stone Edge rounds out this set's excellent coverage and is preferred over Head Smash since as it doesn't have any recoil. Stone Edge also gives Emboar a way to get past Flying-types, especially Moltres, who which is one of its biggest checks. Sleep Talk could also be used over Stone Edge if your team lacks a sleep absorber; it also holds some surprise factor since as most players would assume Emboar is useless after being put to sleep. Head Smash could be used over either Stone Edge or Sleep Talk because it's capable of breaking bulky Flying-type Pokemon like Golbat.

Set Details
========

Use maximum Attack and Speed to ensure that Emboar outspeeds most Pokemon. An Adamant nature can be considered, though using it means Emboar is unable to outspeed positive-nautred base 108 positive Speed natured Pokemon. When equipped with a Choice Scarf Scarfed, Emboar is able to check Pokemon like Cobalion, Durant, and Virizion because it doesn't have to take a hit before OHKOing them.


Usage Tips
========

Like all movesets that utilize Choice Scarf, this set is mainly for hitting hard and switching out, unless the opposing team is weak enough for Emboar to sweep. Because Emboar has a low base Speed, positive- Speed natured Jolteon is able to outspeed Choice Scarf Emboar without a Speed-boosting move or item. Swellow and Choice Scarf Braviary are also able to outspeed a Choice Scarfed Emboar, so it would be wise to switch out of these Pokemon if they are ever switched into Emboar. This set is used mainly as a revenge killer.


Team Options
========

Emboar appreciates the help of a strong pivot that can wear down its checks and counters and also allow Emboar to switch in safely. Magneton and Rotom-C are worth considering for this role because Magneton resists Emboar's common weaknesses and Rotom-C is immune to most one of them. Despite this, Magneton is still a great option albeit sharing a Ground-type weakness with Emboar. Stealth Rock supporting Pokemon with Stealth Rock such as Rhyperior and Cobalion aren't bad options either, as they are able to wear down Flying-type Pokemon that check Emboar well. Alomomola and Amoonguss are great partners as well, they can switch into all super effective attacks aimed at Emboar and thanks to their respective abilities, their health can be easily replenished. Alomomola can also pass Wishes to Emboar, which would allow it a bit more freedom when using moves with recoil (Wild Charge and Flare Blitz). Alomomola support also opens the door to Head Smash usage.

Other Options
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Choice Band Emboar is worth considering since as the power increase would make Emboar an even deadlier wallbreaker. Using Flame Charge is an option, as it would allow Emboar to increase its poor Speed. Hammer Arm is another Fighting-type STAB move with a harsh penalty, but its Speed drop isn't as costly as Superpower's Attack and Defense drops. A Sunny Day + Solar Beam set could be used to get rid of bulky Water-type Pokemon that check Emboar. Taunt could prove to be very useful, but it would come at the cost of a coverage move. Roar could be used to phaze out setup sweepers, but you Emboar would have to sacrifice a coverage move to use it as well. Toxic can be used to cripple threats that Emboar can't eliminate itself.



Checks & Counters
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**Slowking**: (colon) Emboar can 3HKO Slowking with Wild Charge or Grass Knot but only if it's not 2HKOed by Scald or Psyshock.

**Alomomola**: (same) Emboar can 2HKO Alomomola with Grass Knot with its mixed set but the Choice Scarf set still lacks the power or flexibility to break it down.

**Moltres**: (continue pls) The mixed set is again completely walled by Moltres and the Choice Scarf set only checks Moltres.

**Golbat** Emboar fails to outspeed Golbat without a Choice Scarf or Speed boost and is OHKOed by Golbat's STAB Brave Bird.

**Rhyperior** Rhyperior has tremendous bulk that allows it to take a hit from Emboar and hit back hard with Earthquake. The mixed Emboar set, however, OHKOes Rhyperior with Grass Knot.

**Gastrodon** If Emboar lacks Grass Knot, there isn't any way Emboar is getting past Gastrodon, who which 2HKOes Emboar with Earth Power.

**Cresselia** Cresselia can take multiple hits from both sets thanks to its tremendous bulk and can OHKO with Psychic. (period)

**Uxie** Uxie has the ability to compress the damage taken compress the damage? and can also hit back with Psychic.

**Druddigon** Druddigon is able to tank every move on both of Emboar's sets and can OHKO with Earthquake.

can you re-order these? The first few ones don't seem to be particularly effective by your descriptions; either change them so the first sound more appealing or put the stronger counters first.
gato

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