Doubles Klefki

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Overview
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Klefki's access to Prankster and numerous support moves make it one of the better support Pokemon in Doubles. Firstly, Prankster in combination with dual screens allows Klefki to aid setup sweepers such as Mega Charizard X and Mega Tyranitar with ease, allowing them to take hits more easily and increase their chances of sweeping. Klefki also has other great support moves such as Safeguard and Thunder Wave, with the former being very effective in combination with Swagger, as it can give your teammate a +2 Attack boost. Klefki's Steel / Fairy typing is also stellar, giving it numerous resistances, two immunities, and only two weaknesses. Klefki can even utilize Foul Play to deal large amounts of damage to the opponent without having to invest in its offensive stats. Unfortunately, once Klefki has set up its support moves, it tends to be a dead weight unless it can target something with Foul Play. Klefki's base stats are also quite poor, with no base stat being above 95. Finally, while Klefki only has two weaknesses in Ground and Fire, these weaknesses are to two of the most common spread moves in Doubles, Earthquake and Heat Wave, respectively.

Dual Screens
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name: Dual Screens
move 1: Light Screen
move 2: Reflect
move 3: Thunder Wave / Safeguard
move 4: Foul Play
ability: Prankster
item: Light Clay
evs: 252 HP / 64 Def / 192 SpD
nature: Bold

Moves
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Light Screen and Reflect allow Klefki to weaken incoming attacks for itself and its teammates, helping setup sweepers and giving frailer attackers more longevity. Thunder Wave is a helpful move to cripple faster attackers and works well when Klefki is paired with slower setup sweepers such as Azumarill and Mega Scizor. Safeguard protects Klefki's teammates from status, further aiding them in setting up. This works best with Pokemon that hate paralysis or burns, such as Mega Charizard X and Mega Tyranitar. Foul Play is used in the last slot, as it doesn't require Klefki to invest in a offensive stat, making it Klefki's best attacking option.

Set Details
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The EV spread guarantees Klefki will survive Modest Mega Charizard Y's Heat Wave behind Light Screen, with the rest of the EVs put in Defense for added bulk. Light Clay is used to keep dual screens up for longer, while Prankster is used to give priority to Klefki's support moves.

Usage Tips
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Klefki tends to work best early- to mid-game in order to set up dual screens and allow its teammates to better take hits. Thunder Wave Klefki can also be saved for late-game as a last resort against setup sweepers. Make sure to use Reflect against physical attackers, Light Screen against special attackers, and Safeguard against status users.

Team Options
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Setup sweepers appreciate dual screen support to more easily set up. Common setup sweepers include Mega Charizard X, (Mega) Tyranitar, Mega Gyarados, and Azumarill. These Pokemon also can take incoming Fire-type attacks, making them even more helpful. Frail attackers such as Shaymin-S, Excadrill and Genesect appreciate the ability to take an extra hit, allowing them to further damage the opponent. Mega Kangaskhan makes for a good teammate, especially if Klefki is using Safeguard, as it appreciates the immunity to burn and can take hits extremely well under dual screens. It also has Fake Out to help Klefki set up its support moves. Intimidate and Snarl support from the likes of Hitmontop, Salamence, Suicune, and Raikou can help Klefki survive longer, while rain support from Politoed helps Klefki better deal with Fire-types. In general, Pokemon that can deal with Klefki's two weaknesses such as Rotom-W, Latios, Talonflame, Salamence, and Mega Charizard Y make for good partners. Lastly, Pokemon such as Mamoswine, Tyranitar, and Choice Scarf Landorus-T can distract Thundurus and prevent it from using Taunt on Klefki.

Safeguard Support
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name: Safeguard Support
move 1: Safeguard
move 2: Swagger
move 3: Foul Play
move 4: Protect / Thunder Wave
ability: Prankster
item: Sitrus Berry
evs: 252 HP / 164 Def / 94 SpD
nature: Calm

Moves
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Safeguard is a great move for protecting teammates from status, which is especially helpful for setup Pokemon that want as much power and Speed possible. When paired with Safeguard, Swagger allows Klefki to give its teammate a free +2 Attack boost. It can also confuse the opponent, though the Attack raise makes this very risky against physical attackers. Foul Play is Klefki's best way to damage the opponent as it deals a large amount to Pokemon with high Attack stats. It also does a lot of damage to Pokemon that have had their Attack stat raised by Swagger. Protect allows for Klefki to scout for attacks, punish double targeting, and protect itself from spread moves such as Earthquake and Heat Wave. Thunder Wave can also be used in the last slot to cripple faster attackers.

Set Details
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The EV spread with a Calm nature ensures Klefki will survive an Adamant Earthqauke from Landorus-T and Substitute Heatran's Heat Wave. Sitrus Berry is used for added longevity, while Prankster is used to allow Klefki's support moves to go first.

Usage Tips
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This set focuses on setting up Safeguard to protect Klefki's teammates from status, and then using Swagger to give them an Attack boost. Only use Swagger on your teammates when Safeguard has been set up, or else they have a 50% chance of doing a large amount of damage to themselves. Swagger should only be used against your opponent's as a last resort and should never be relied on to deal with a target. It can be used, however, if Klefki is out against special attackers and has no other way to support its team.

Team Options
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Pokemon that appreciate an Attack boost such as Mega Kangaskhan, Terrakion, and Conkeldurr all appreciate Klefki's ability to use Prankster Safeguard + Swagger. Pokemon that hate status such as Mega Gyarados, (Mega) Tyranitar, Azumarill, and Mega Lucario all love Safeguard support. Rotom-W, Talonflame, Latios, Salamence, and Mega Charizard Y all either resist or are immune to Klefki's two weaknesses, Fire and Ground, making them great partners. Water-types such as Azumarill and Keldeo can take Fire-type attacks for Klefki and have a super effective STAB move for Ground-types, making them helpful teammates. Heatran receives a boost from Fire-type attacks, so Klefki appreciates it as a partner. Klefki hates Prankster Taunt from Thundurus, making Mamoswine, Tyranitar, and Choice Scarf Landorus-T good partners to help deal with Thundurus.

Other Options
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While Klefki usually relies on Foul Play for damage, it does have quite a few usable STAB attacks. Play Rough hits hard and does good damage to Pokemon with lower Defense stats, such as Latios. For special attacks, Dazzling Gleam hits both opponents, Moonblast has a high Base Power with a chance to lower Special Attack, while Draining Kiss can give a small amount of recovery. Flash Cannon is another option if Klefki needs a Steel-type STAB attack. Rain Dance and Sunny Day are usable if Klefki is being used on a weather team. A ChestoRest set is an option for recovery, though this takes up a move and an item slot, making it not worth it most of the time. Switcheroo can be used in combination with a choice item or Lagging Tail to cripple your opponent's Pokemon. Rocky Helmet punishes physical attackers, especially Mega Kangaskhan, which tends to use Fake Out against Klefki to prevent it from setting up. Metal Sound lowers the opponents Special Defense stat, helping special attackers in netting KOs. Confide lowers the opponent's Special Attack, weakening it and making it easier for Klefki to support its team. Lastly, Occa Berry is an option to better take Fire-type attacks from the likes of Mega Charizard Y and Heatran.

Checks & Counters
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**Utility Moves**: While Klefki can act before most utility moves thanks to Prankster, they still give it trouble. Taunt completely shuts down Klefki, as it stops it from using any of its support moves. Thundurus and Whimsicott get a special mention, as they can outspeed Klefki with their own Prankster Taunt. Other Taunt users such as Gyarados, Terrakion, and Keldeo can also limit Klefki to the use of only one support move. Encore from the likes of Politoed and Togekiss also stops Klefki cold, as locking Klefki into something such as Reflect makes it absolutely useless. Whimsicott can also use Prankster Encore to shut Klefki down before it can use another attack. If Klefki lacks Safeguard, sleep can also prevent it from doing its job; common sleep users include Amoonguss, Breloom, and Venusaur. Substitute users such as Heatran and Kyurem-B can also avoid Thunder Wave and proceed to attack Klefki. However, Klefki's Thunder Wave has priority, so they must set up a Substitute before Klefki uses Thunder Wave. Fake Out in combination with a powerful super effective attack can also deal with Klefki, as Fake Out prevents it from setting up a screen to survive an incoming attack.

**Offensive Type Advantage**: Ground-types such as Landorus-T, Excadrill, and Garchomp can severely damage Klefki with Earthquake. Fire-types such as Mega Charizard Y, Chandelure, and Heatran can also hit Klefki with a powerful STAB attack, and Chandelure can even utilize Infiltrator to bypass Klefki's dual screens. However, they all dislike Thunder Wave.

**Defensive Pokemon**: Any Pokemon that takes little damage from Foul Play and doesn't mind Thunder Wave makes a good answer to Klefki. Conkeldurr is a notable example, as not only does it resist Foul Play, but actually benefits from Thunder Wave thanks to Guts. Other Pokemon like this include Rotom-W, Rotom-H, and Zapdos.
 
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TBH i think Klefki needs two sets to properly show all of the options it has.

Take Safeguard out of Set 1 and I suggest this set for #2

Safeguard support
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move 1: Safeguard
move 2: Swagger
move 3: Foul Play
move 4: Protect
Prankster
Probs needs new EV spread cause no screens

cool stuff
 
Alright, Lolk, this has all been updated. Just note I kept Safeguard on the first set because I still feel it deserves a mention there, as being able to prevent status as well as set up dual screens is a really helpful thing.
 
Overview:
  • Make sure you really mention that it is Klefki's access to Prankster that gives it its niche, not just its access to these support moves.
Set:
  • Put Thunder Wave first because Safeguard is a main slash on the other set.
Usage Tips:
  • You can save Klefki later game to use Prankster Thunder Wave as a last resort against sweepers.
Team Options:
  • Stuff to distract Thundurus turn 1 is nice (Mamoswine, Tyranitar, Scarf Landorus-T, etc.)
  • Intimidate or Snarl Support helps reduce Klefki's damage output.
  • Rain support beats Fire and Ground-types.
Set #2:
  • I would probs stick Thunder Wave behind Protect cause its so nice.
Usage Tips:
  • Swaggering the Opp should be a last resort effort and never relied on to stop a sweep.
Team Options:
  • I would list water-type partners instead of fire-types because they can take on Fire- and Ground-types easily.
  • Once again stuff to take on Thundurus and other Taunters turn one is nice.
Other Options:
  • Flash Cannon
  • Rocky Helmet for dicking with Mega Kanga and other physical attackers to a lesser extent.
Checks & Counters:
  • Substitute users can set up on Klefki and potentially stall out screens.
  • Fake Out+super effective attack can stop it turn 1 since it often lacks Protect.
Very solid skeleton good work :>
 
Overview:
  • Make sure you really mention that it is Klefki's access to Prankster that gives it its niche, not just its access to these support moves.
Set:
  • Put Thunder Wave first because Safeguard is a main slash on the other set.
Usage Tips:
  • You can save Klefki later game to use Prankster Thunder Wave as a last resort against sweepers.
Team Options:
  • Stuff to distract Thundurus turn 1 is nice (Mamoswine, Tyranitar, Scarf Landorus-T, etc.)
  • Intimidate or Snarl Support helps reduce Klefki's damage output.
  • Rain support beats Fire and Ground-types.
Set #2:
  • I would probs stick Thunder Wave behind Protect cause its so nice.
Usage Tips:
  • Swaggering the Opp should be a last resort effort and never relied on to stop a sweep.
Team Options:
  • I would list water-type partners instead of fire-types because they can take on Fire- and Ground-types easily.
  • Once again stuff to take on Thundurus and other Taunters turn one is nice.
Other Options:
  • Flash Cannon
  • Rocky Helmet for dicking with Mega Kanga and other physical attackers to a lesser extent.
Checks & Counters:
  • Substitute users can set up on Klefki and potentially stall out screens.
  • Fake Out+super effective attack can stop it turn 1 since it often lacks Protect.
Very solid skeleton good work :>
Done :]
 

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Overview
-Foul Play means it can deal good damage even without Defensive investment. That's why we use Foul Play and dealing good damage by itself isn't really a stand-out trait

1st set
-Mega Kang is good ally if using Safeguard. Mega Kang enjoys the screens and Safeguard support to help it sweep whilst it helps Klefki set up Screens and Safeguard with Fake Out
-Also briefly mention that depending on your choice of move, Pokemon enjoy TWave support like Azumarill (you've already mentioned Azumarill) and that enjoy Safegaurd support

2nd set
-the attack raise with confusion is only risky against physical attackers; you imply it's risky against all Pokemon
-Swagger can also be used against an opponent in the uncommon scenario when Klefki has nothing better to do (Safeguard up or clearly not needed, no ally to use Swagger on, and neither opponents will take much damage from Foul Play). Otherwise, I entirely agree with only using it against the opponent as a last resort
-Klefki's only two weaknesses are Fire and Ground. Try to mention teammates who at least resist both of these hits. Latios and Salamence were mentioned only in the 1st set but apply for the second too

OO
-Add Metal Sound. Think of it as a Helping Hand that gives a 2x boost instead of a 1.5x boost but only to special attackers and it has imperfect accuracy. It also lasts >1 turn
-Occa Berry. Lets you take Zard Y Overheat behind a Light Screen

Checks and Counters
-Mention Whimiscott Normally I'm not keen for mentioning Whimsicott, but faster Prankster Taunt just shuts down Klefki completely, and faster Prankster Encore is the next best thing
-Sub users only avoid TWave if they can set up a Sub before Klefki uses TWave. It also works against Swagger
-When mentioning Chandelure, also mention it has Infiltrator to bypass Light Screen
-remove Sylveon. Klefki resists Fairy-type, not a good example of a Defensive Pokemon counter

Good skeleton; you're on the ball.
 
Overview
-Foul Play means it can deal good damage even without Defensive investment. That's why we use Foul Play and dealing good damage by itself isn't really a stand-out trait

1st set
-Mega Kang is good ally if using Safeguard. Mega Kang enjoys the screens and Safeguard support to help it sweep whilst it helps Klefki set up Screens and Safeguard with Fake Out
-Also briefly mention that depending on your choice of move, Pokemon enjoy TWave support like Azumarill (you've already mentioned Azumarill) and that enjoy Safegaurd support

2nd set
-the attack raise with confusion is only risky against physical attackers; you imply it's risky against all Pokemon
-Swagger can also be used against an opponent in the uncommon scenario when Klefki has nothing better to do (Safeguard up or clearly not needed, no ally to use Swagger on, and neither opponents will take much damage from Foul Play). Otherwise, I entirely agree with only using it against the opponent as a last resort
-Klefki's only two weaknesses are Fire and Ground. Try to mention teammates who at least resist both of these hits. Latios and Salamence were mentioned only in the 1st set but apply for the second too

OO
-Add Metal Sound. Think of it as a Helping Hand that gives a 2x boost instead of a 1.5x boost but only to special attackers and it has imperfect accuracy. It also lasts >1 turn
-Occa Berry. Lets you take Zard Y Overheat behind a Light Screen

Checks and Counters
-Mention Whimiscott Normally I'm not keen for mentioning Whimsicott, but faster Prankster Taunt just shuts down Klefki completely, and faster Prankster Encore is the next best thing
-Sub users only avoid TWave if they can set up a Sub before Klefki uses TWave. It also works against Swagger
-When mentioning Chandelure, also mention it has Infiltrator to bypass Light Screen
-remove Sylveon. Klefki resists Fairy-type, not a good example of a Defensive Pokemon counter

Good skeleton; you're on the ball.
Done :]
 

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When writing this analysis up, it'd be best to specifically mention the Pokemon you've mentioned in Team Options that can switch into both Fire-type and Ground-type attacks for both sets in Team options e.g. Latios, Talonflame, Salamence, Mega Zard Y.

For the 2nd set Salamence doesn't appreciate a Swagger boost; the only commonly used sets are full-special attackers. Except for Stone Edge on Scarf which is meant specifially for x4 weak Pokemon - it's still a poor Swagger recipient

Whimsicott can also use Prankster Encore to shut Klefki down before it can use a move.
This is only true if Klefki has already used a move; this statement is misleading and needs to be reworded.

QC 2/3
 
When writing this analysis up, it'd be best to specifically mention the Pokemon you've mentioned in Team Options that can switch into both Fire-type and Ground-type attacks for both sets in Team options e.g. Latios, Talonflame, Salamence, Mega Zard Y.

For the 2nd set Salamence doesn't appreciate a Swagger boost; the only commonly used sets are full-special attackers. Except for Stone Edge on Scarf which is meant specifially for x4 weak Pokemon - it's still a poor Swagger recipient



This is only true if Klefki has already used a move; this statement is misleading and needs to be reworded.

QC 2/3
Yeah I just kinda tacked Mence in w/o reading the last line lol.

I'll have this written soon-ish :]
 

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This has been written :]
the content here is pretty solid, so I'll stamp this, but in the future please don't remove the skeleton from the OP until you're in GP stages so it can be looked back on as needed to make sure nothing is missed. the prose here seems a bit redundant at times though, with plenty of words that could probably be removed for conciseness without affecting meaning. however, that's more a job for GP. I'd encourage you to keep that in mind in future though, or in the event you decide to go back and edit before sending it to GP.

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ugh i thought i edited this in but apparently not
Overview
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Klefki's access to Prankster and numerous support moves make it one of the better support Pokemon in Doubles. Firstly, Prankster in combination with dual screens allows Klefki to aid setup sweepers such as Mega Charizard X and Mega Tyranitar with ease, allowing them to better take hits more easily and increase their chances of sweeping. Klefki also has other great support moves such as Safeguard and Thunder Wave, with the former being very effective in combination with Swagger, as it can give your teammate a +2 Attack boost. Klefki's Steel / Fairy typing is also stellar, giving it numerous resistances, two immunities, and only two weaknesses. Klefki can even utilize Foul Play to do goodeal large amounts of damage to the opponent without having to invest in its offensive stats. Unfortunately, once Klefki has set up its support moves, it tends to be a dead weight unless it can target something with Foul Play. Klefki's Bbase Sstats are also quite poor, with no base stat being above 95. Finally, while Klefki only has two weaknesses, these weaknesses are to two of the most common spread moves in Doubles, Earthquake and Heat Wave.

Dual Screens
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name: Dual Screens
move 1: Light Screen
move 2: Reflect
move 3: Thunder Wave / Safeguard
move 4: Foul Play
ability: Prankster
item: Light Clay
evs: 252 HP / 64 Def / 192 SpD
nature: Bold

Moves
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Light Screen and Reflect allow Klefki to weaken incoming attacks for itself and its teammates, helping boosting sweepers set up and giving frailer attackers more longevity. Thunder Wave is a helpful move to cripple faster attackers and works well when Klefki is paired with slower setup sweepers such as Azumarill and Mega Scizor. Safeguard protects Klefki's teammates from status, further aiding inthem in setting up. This works best with Pokemon that hate paralysis or burns, such as Mega Charizard X and Mega Tyranitar. Foul Play is used in the last slot, as it doesn't require Klefki to invest in a offensive stat, making it Klefki's best attacking option.

Set Details
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The EV spread guarantees Klefki will survive Modest Mega Charizard Y's Heat Wave behind Light Screen, with the rest of the EVs put in Defense for added bulk. Light Clay is used to keep dual screens up for longer, while Prankster is used to give priority to Klefki's support moves.

Usage Tips
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Klefki tends to work best early- to mid-game in order to set up dual screens and allow its teammates to better take hits. Thunder Wave Klefki can also be saved for late-game as a last resort against setup sweepers. Make sure to use Reflect against physical attackers, Light Screen against Sspecial Aattackers, and Safeguard against status users.

Team Options
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Setup sweepers appreciate dual screen support to more easily set up. Common setup Pokemon include Mega Charizard X, (Mega) Tyranitar, Mega Gyarados, and Azumarill. These Pokemon also can take incoming Fire-type attacks, making them even more helpful. Frail attackers such as Shaymin-S, Excadrill, and Genesect appreciate the ability to take an extra hit, allowing them to further damage the opponent. Mega Kangaskhan makes for a good teammate, especially if Klefki is using Safeguard, as it appreciates the immunity to burn and can take hits extremely well under dual screens. It also has Fake Out to help Klefki set up its support moves. Intimidate and Snarl support from the likes of Hitmontop, Salamence, Suicune, and Raikou can help Klefki survive longer, while rain support from Politoed helps Klefki better deal with Fire-types. In general, Pokemon that can deal with Klefki's two weaknesses, such as Rotom-W, Latios, Talonflame, Salamence, and Mega Charizard Y, make for good partners. Lastly, Pokemon such as Mamoswine, Tyranitar, and Choice Scarf Landorus-T can distract Thundurus and prevent it from using Taunt on Klefki.

Safeguard Support
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name: Safeguard Support
move 1: Safeguard
move 2: Swagger
move 3: Foul Play
move 4: Protect / Thunder Wave
ability: Prankster
item: Sitrus Berry
evs: 252 HP / 164 Def / 94 SpD
nature: Calm

Moves
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Safeguard is a great move for protecting teammates from status, which is especially helpful for setup Pokemon that want as much power and sSpeed possible. When paired with Safeguard, Swagger, when paired with Safeguard, allows Klefki to give its teammate a free +2 Attack boost. It can also confuse the opponent, though the Attack raise makes this very risky against a physical attacker. Foul Play is Klefki's best way to damage the opponent as it does a large amount to Pokemon with high Attack stats. It also doeseals a lot of damage to Pokemon that have had their Attack stat raised by Swagger. Protect allows for Klefki to scout for attacks, punish double targeting, and protect itself from spread moves such as Earthquake and Heat Wave. Thunder Wave can also be used in the last slot to cripple faster attackers.

Set Details
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The EV spread with a Calm nature ensures Klefki will survive an Adamant Earthqauke from Landorus-T and Substitute Heatran's Heat Wave. Sitrus Berry is used for added longevity, while Prankster is used to allow Klefki's support moves to go first.

Usage Tips
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This set focuses on setting up Safeguard to protect Klefki's teammates from status, and then using Swagger to give them an Attack boost. Only use Swagger on your teammates when Safeguard has been set up, or else they have a 50% chance of doing a large amount of damage to themselves. Swagger should only be used against your opponent's as a last resort and should never be relied on to deal with a target. It can be used, however, if Klefki is out against special attackers and has no other way to support its team.

Team Options
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Pokemon that appreciate an Attack boost such as Mega Kangaskhan, Terrakion, and Conkeldurr all appreciate Klefki's ability to use Prankster Safeguard + Swagger. Pokemon that hate status such as Mega Gyarados, (Mega) Tyranitar, Azumarill, and Mega Lucario all love Safeguard support. Rotom-W, Talonflame, Latios, Salamence, and Mega Charizard Y all either resist or are immune to Klefki's two weaknesses, Fire and Ground, making them great partners. Water-types such as Azumarill and Keldeo can take Fire-type attacks for Klefki and have a super effective STAB move for Ground-types, making them helpful teammates. Heatran receives a boost from Fire-type attacks, meaningso Klefki appreciates it as a partner. Klefki hates Prankster Taunt from Thundurus, making Mamoswine, Tyranitar, and Choice Scarf Landorus-T good partners to help deal with Thundurus.

Other Options
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While Klefki usually relies on Foul Play for damage, it does have quite a few usable STAB attacks. Play Rough hits hard and does good damage to Pokemon with lower Defense stats, such as Latios. For special attacks, Dazzling Gleam hits both opponents, Moonblast has a high Base Power with a chance to lower Special Attack, while Draining Kiss can give a small amount of recovery. Flash Cannon is another option if Klefki needs a Steel-type STAB attack. Rain Dance and Sunny Day are optionusable if Klefki is being used on a weather team. A ChestoRest set is an option for recovery, though this takes up a move and an item slot, making it not worth it most of the time. Switcheroo can be used in combination with a choice item or Lagging Tail to cripple your opponent's Pokemon. Rocky Helmet punishes physical attackers, especially Mega Kangaskhan, which tends to use Fake Out against Klefki to prevent it from setting up. Metal Sound lowers the opponent's Special Defense stat, helping special attackers in netting KOs. Confide lowers the opponent's Special Attack, weakening them itand making it easier for Klefki to support its team. Lastly, Occa Berry is an option to better take Fire-type attacks from the likes of Mega Charizard Y and Heatran.

Checks & Counters
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**Utility Moves**: While Klefki can act before most utility moves thanks to Prankster, they still give it trouble. Taunt completely shuts down Klefki, as it means it cannot use stops it from using any of its support moves. Thundurus and Whimsicott get a special mention, as they can outspeed Klefki with their own Prankster Taunt. Other Taunt users such as Gyarados, Terrakion, and Keldeo can also limit Klefki to the use of only one support move. Encore from the likes of Politoed and Togekiss also stops Klefki cold, as locking Klefki into something such as Reflect makes it absolutely useless. Whimsicott can also use Prankster Encore to shut Klefki down before it can use another attack. If Klefki lacks Safeguard, sleep can also prevent it from doing its job, with; common sleep setters include Amoonguss, Breloom, and Venusaur being common sleep users. Substitute users such as Heatran and Kyurem-B can also avoid Thunder Wave and proceed to attack Klefki. However, Klefki's Thunder Wave has priority, so they must set up a Substitute before Klefki uses Thunder Wave. Fake Out in combination with a powerful super effective attack can also deal with Klefki, as Fake Out prevents it from setting up a screen to survive an incoming attack.

**Offensive Type Advantage**: Ground-types such as Landorus-T, Excadrill, and Garchomp use Earthquake tocan severely damage Klefki with Earthquake. Fire-types such as Mega Charizard Y, Chandelure, and Heatran can also hit Klefki with a powerful STAB attack, and Chandelure can even utilize Infiltrator to bypass Klefki's dual screens. However, they all hatdislike Thunder Wave.

**Defensive Pokemon**: Any Pokemon that takes little damage from Foul Play and doesn't mind Thunder Wave makes a good answer to Klefki. Conkeldurr is a notable example, as not only does it resist Foul Play, but actually benefits from Thunder Wave thanks to Guts. Other Pokemon that meet these requirementslike Conkeldurr include Rotom-W, Rotom-H, and Zapdos.

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Overview

Finally, while Klefki only has two weaknesses in Ground and Fire, these weaknesses are to two of the most common spread moves in Doubles, Earthquake and Heat Wave, respectively.

Dual Screens: Moves

Light Screen and Reflect allow Klefki to weaken incoming attacks for itself and its teammates, helping boosting setup sweepers set up and giving frailer attackers more longevity.

Dual Screen: Team Options

Common setup Pokemon sweepers include Mega Charizard X, (Mega) Tyranitar, Mega Gyarados, and Azumarill.

Defensive Pokemon

Other Pokemon like Conkeldurr this include Rotom-W, Rotom-H, and Zapdos.

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