[Monotype/Bug] Galvantula

[Zar]

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[OVERVIEW]

**Bug**:

As one of the few Pokemon with access to Sticky Web, Galvantula establishes its position on Bug-type teams in the Monotype metagame. It has great Speed to help it set up Sticky Web, as well as a great ability in Compound Eyes to boost Thunder's accuracy, which makes it somewhat of an offensive threat as well. Galvantula can also threaten Ground-type Pokemon, such as Hippowdon and Gastrodon, and Water-type Pokemon, such as Swampert and Lanturn, with Energy Ball and Giga Drain. Although it can pivot with Volt Switch, its high Speed doesn't help bring its teammates in safely, and it doesn't force switches either to create momentum. Galvantula also has terrible defensive stats, meaning it does not like staying in against offensive Pokemon. In spite of its decent coverage moves, Galvantula's poor Special Attack means none of them are actually going to do much damage. Lastly, Galvantula faces competition from Shuckle as a Sticky Web setter, which has further access to Stealth Rock and is able to set up entry hazards multiple times in a battle because it's far more defensive. However, Galvantula is the superior offensive option, although since its only niche is being a Sticky Web user, it is very predictable.

[SET]
name: Sticky Web
move 1: Sticky Web
move 2: Thunder
move 3: Bug Buzz
move 4: Hidden Power Ice / Energy Ball
item: Focus Sash
ability: Compound Eyes
nature: Timid
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
ivs: 0 Atk / 30 Def

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========

Sticky Web reduces the Speed of grounded foes. Thunder is Galvantula's main STAB move and strongest attack, as its accuracy is boosted by Compound Eyes, and it has a good chance to paralyze the foe. It is also the only way it's really going to deal any meaningful damage. Bug Buzz is used to beat Dark- and Psychic-type Pokemon such as Tyranitar, Hydreigon, and Mew. It is also Galvantula's most reliable move, as it has perfect accuracy. Hidden Power Ice is used to hit Dragon-type Pokemon such as Garchomp and Dragonite and Ground-type Pokemon such as Landorus and Gliscor super effectively. Energy Ball lets Galvantula hit Ground-type Pokemon like Swampert, Hippowdon, and Gastrodon, which are immune to Thunder and take little to no damage from Hidden Power Ice. Volt Switch can be used to pivot and gain momentum, although its damage is awful and Galvantula is generally just a bad Volt Switch user due to its high Speed.

Set Details
========

A Timid nature with maximum Speed EVs is used to make Galvantula as fast as it can possibly be and Speed tie with other base 108 Speed Pokemon such as Keldeo, Infernape, and Cobalion. Maximum Special Attack investment boosts its average Special Attack as much as possible without a boosting nature. Compound Eyes is used to increase Thunder's accuracy. Focus Sash allows Galvantula to always get up Sticky Web, if used as a lead.

Usage Tips
========

Galvantula should be sent out as soon as possible to set up Sticky Web to reduce the Speed of opposing foes, although it needs to be careful of Fake Out anti-leads, such as Mega Lopunny, and Taunt users, such as Infernape. Galvantula is especially good against Water-type teams, as most Water-types struggle to check the offensive threats on Bug-type teams, such as Mega Pinsir and Mega Heracross, with their Speed reduced. Galvantula can also dent Water-type teams with Thunder and Energy Ball, if it is running it. Its coverage options should generally only be used on weakened foes, as Galvantula lacks the power to actually take most of them out. Galvantula can often fish for paralysis with Thunder, as it has a good chance of paralyzing the foe. As it is running a Focus Sash, it should not be sent out with entry hazards on the field. Galvantula can revenge kill somewhat decently thanks to its powerful Thunder and its good Speed. Due to it having below average defensive stats, most of the time, Galvantula will not be able to take more than one non-super effective hit, so it is better to switch out against faster offensive foes.

Team Options
========

Most Bug-type Pokemon appreciate Galvantula's ability to set up Sticky Web. Forretress and Galvantula work great together as an entry hazard-stacking duo. Forretress can set up Stealth Rock and Spikes while being able to Rapid Spin away opposing entry hazards for Galvantula. Armaldo can also Rapid Spin and set up its own Stealth Rock, and it can beat Pokemon like Zapdos on Flying-type teams thanks to its Rock-type STAB. Mega Heracross greatly appreciates Galvantula's Sticky Web, as it has below-average Speed. Sticky Web lets Mega Heracross outspeed most grounded foes and KO them with its moves. Galvantula and Mega Heracross work greatly together to beat Water-type teams if they are running Thunder and Bullet Seed, respectively. Mega Pinsir is another Mega Evolution that appreciates Galvantula's Sticky Web. With this, Mega Pinsir can outspeed Choice Scarf base 100 Speed Pokemon such as Victini, which is problematic for Bug-type teams. Volcarona also likes having Sticky Web support from Galvantula. After a Sticky Web, Volcarona outspeeds most grounded Pokemon and can run a more bulky EV spread. Mega Scizor and Galvantula can be used together as a VoltTurn core if Galvantula is running Volt Switch. Scizor can also find good opportunities to bring in Galvantula safely. It is able to take advantage of Sticky Web to sweep teams. It's also a counter to Mega Diancie, which can be difficult for Galvantula to play around due to its Magic Bounce.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============

**Bug**:

Life Orb can be used over Focus Sash to increase Galvantula's Special Attack, but Galvantula might not get up Sticky Web against faster Pokemon if used. Giga Drain is an alternative to Energy Ball as a Grass-type coverage move, but it is weaker and Galvantula is unlikely to actually be able to use the paltry healing with its awful defenses. Thunder Wave can be used as a guaranteed paralysis over Thunder.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Bug**:

**Zapdos**: Zapdos can easily tank all of Galvantula's attacks and even Defog away its Sticky Web. Zapdos can then use Heat Wave to KO it or Toxic to wear it down.

**Ground-types**: Ground-types such as Excadrill, Hippowdon, and Swampert are great checks to Galvantula that lack Energy Ball, as Bug Buzz does very little and Hidden Power Ice generally does even less.

**Specially Defensive Pokemon**: Specially defensive Pokemon such as Chansey, Mega Venusaur, Lanturn, and Clefable can all take any of Galvantula's attacks and KO it afterwards with their respective moves.

**Revenge Killers**: If Galvantula's Focus Sash is broken at any point, a fast revenge killer such as Choice Scarf Terrakion, Tornadus-T, or Weavile can KO it. Mega Lopunny in particular can stop Galvantula in its tracks even with a Focus Sash with Fake Out + Return.

**Residual Damage**: Any form of entry hazards breaks Galvantula's Focus Sash and makes it vulnerable to faster Pokemon and priority moves. Sand Stream from Tyranitar and Hippowdon can nullify its Focus Sash, and they can both KO after with their respective STAB moves.

 

[Eien]

Overview:
- You bring up Energy Ball / Giga Drain but it's not in the set, Moves, or Other Options. I'll end up recommending you to put it in the set, but if you choose not to you should remove this line.
- If you keep the line, add examples. Swampert, Hippowdon, and Rhyperior are good, as they're all immune to Thunder.
- Note that while it can pivot with Volt Switch, its high Speed doesn't help bring its teammates in safely and it really doesn't forces switches either.
- Add that it faces competition from Shuckle, the other Sticky Web user. Shuckle has further access to Stealth Rock and is far more defensive and able to set up entry hazards multiple times in a battle. However, Galvantula is a superior offensive option.
- Mention that in spite of its decent coverage moves, Galvantula's Special Attack means none of them are actually going to do much damage.

Set:
- I think I'd slash Energy Ball behind Hidden Power Ice. Hidden Power Ice cannot OHKO pretty much any threat at all from full health, as even Multiscale-less Dragonite, offensive Garchomp, Landorus, and Landorus-T can survive the attack. Energy Ball doesn't really do much either though, except for OHKO Swampert and 2HKO Hippowdon, since even physically defensive Gastrodon can generally survive. Not sure if this should go on the set or not, but both moves are pretty unreliable anyway.

name: Sticky Web
move 1: Sticky Web
move 2: Thunder
move 3: Bug Buzz
move 4: Hidden Power Ice / Energy Ball
item: Focus Sash
ability: Compound Eyes
nature: Timid
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
ivs: 0 Atk / 30 Def

Moves:
- I'd probably add that Thunder is its strongest attack and the only way it's really going to deal any meaningful damage.
- In the description of Bug Buzz, just make a small note that it's also the most reliable move, as it has perfect accuracy.
- Need to explain why Volt Switch is not on the set over or even slashed with Thunder. Its damage is awful and Galvantula is generally just a bad Volt Switch user anyway.
- Add Energy Ball here if you think it should be on the set or mentioned in Moves. If not, it can be mentioned in Other Options too, which is fine.
- Energy Ball could even replace Bug Buzz to improve its coverage, since Bug teams generally have a lot of STAB moves anyway, but the loss of Bug Buzz's reliable power makes that a generally difficult trade to make.

Usage Tips:
- Say to use Galvantula as a lead. However, Galvantula needs to be careful of Fake Out anti-leads, such as Mega Lopunny, and Taunt users, such as Infernape.
- Mention that its coverage options should generally only be used on weakened foes, as Galvantula lacks the power to actually take most of them out.
- I don't think it's necessary to say not to use Sticky Web against Flying teams. Also, Galvantula isn't going to be breaking anything on Flying when Zapdos is a perfect switch-in.
- Add that Galvantula can revenge kill somewhat decently, thanks to its powerful Thunder and its good Speed.

Team Options:
- Don't bring up Adamant Mega Pinsir.
- Mega Scizor is a great teammate as well, able to take advantage of the Sticky Webs to sweep teams. It's also counter to Mega Diancie, which can be difficult for Galvantula to play around due to its Magic Bounce.
- Choice Scarf Heracross appreciates Sticky Web, which allows it to outspeed the entire grounded metagame. In particular, it allows Choice Scarf Moxie Heracross to sweep Psychic teams with ease, as Choice Scarf Victini will now be slower than it.

Other Options:
- If Energy Ball is in either the set or in Moves, then add that Giga Drain can be an option over it. However, Giga Drain is weaker and Galvantula is unlikely to actually be able to use the paltry healing when it has awful defenses.
- Include Energy Ball here if it's not in the above, by the way.

Checks and Counters:
- Residual damage is a good one to add here. Sand Stream from Tyranitar and Hippowdon can break nullify its Focus Sash. Maybe merge this with entry hazards?
- Ground-types such as Excadrill, Hippowdon, and Swampert are great checks to Galvantula that lack Energy Ball, as Bug Buzz does very little and Hidden Power Ice generally does even less.

Nice work, QC 1/3

 

[Confluxx [Old]]

Moves

• Mention that HP Ice also hits Pokemon such as Landorus and Gliscor which can be very annoying for Bug-type teams to handle.

Other Options

• Give Thunder Wave a mention here, it can cripple fast threats, setup sweepers, or open a door for slow Pokemon such as Mega Heracross to be able to outspeed them.

That's pretty much it, good job! QC 2/3

 

[scpinion]

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[OVERVIEW]

**Bug:**

Being one of the few Pokemon with access to Sticky Web, Galvantula establishes its position in Bug-type teams in the Monotype tier. It has great Speed to help it set up Sticky Web. Galvantula also has a great ability in Compound Eyes, which makes it somewhat of an offensive threat as well. It takes advantage of this ability with Thunder, which has an increased accuracy because of it. Galvantula can also threaten Ground-type Pokemon such as Hippowdon and Gastrodon, and Water-type Pokemon such as Swampert and Lanturn with Energy Ball and Giga Drain. Although it can pivot with Volt Switch, its high Speed doesn't help bring its teammates in safely and it doesn't forces switches either to create momentum. Galvantula also has terrible defensive stats, meaning it does not like staying in against offensive Pokemon. In spite of its decent coverage moves, Galvantula's poor Special Attack means none of them are actually going to do much damage. Galvantula faces competition from Shuckle, the other Sticky Web user. Shuckle has further access to Stealth Rock and is far more defensive and able to set up entry hazards multiple times in a battle. However, Galvantula is a superior offensive option. As its only niche is being a Sticky Web user, it is very predictable.

[SET]
name: Sticky Web
move 1: Sticky Web
move 2: Thunder
move 3: Bug Buzz
move 4: Hidden Power Ice / Energy Ball
item: Focus Sash
ability: Compound Eyes
nature: Timid
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
ivs: 0 Atk / 30 Def


[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========

Sticky Web is Galvantula’s main use as it reduces the Speed of grounded foes. Thunder is Galvantula's main STAB move and strongest attack as its accuracy is boosted by Compound Eyes and has a good chance to paralyze the opponent. It is also the only way it's really going to deal any meaningful damage. Bug Buzz is used to beat Dark- and Psychic-type Pokemon such as Tyranitar, Mew, and Hydreigon. It is also Galvantula's most reliable move, as it has perfect accuracy. Hidden Power Ice is used to hit Dragon-type Pokemon such as Garchomp and Dragonite and Ground-type Pokemon such as Landorus and Gliscor super effectively. Energy Ball lets Galvantula hit Ground-type Pokemon such as Swampert, Hippowdon, and Gastrodon, as they are immune to Thunder and take little to no damage from Hidden Power Ice. Volt Switch can be used to pivot and gain momentum, although its damage is awful and Galvantula is generally just a bad Volt Switch user due to its high Speed.

Set Details
========

Timid nature with maximum Speed EVs are used to make it as fast as it can possibly be and speed tie with other base 108 Speed Pokemon such as Keldeo, Infernape, and Cobalion. Maximum Special Attack EV investment boosts its average Special Attack as much as possible without a boosting nature. Compound Eyes is used to increase Thunder’s accuracy to 91%. Focus Sash allows Galvantula to always get up Sticky Web, if used as a lead.

Usage Tips
========

Galvantula should be sent out as soon as possible to set up Sticky Web and reduce the Speed of opposing foes, although it needs to be careful of Fake Out anti-leads, such as Mega Lopunny, and Taunt users, such as Infernape. Galvantula is especially good against Water-type teams, as most Water-types do not like getting their Speed reduced. Galvantula can dent Water-type teams with Thunder and Energy Ball, if it is running it. Its coverage options should generally only be used on weakened foes, as Galvantula lacks the power to actually take most of them out. Galvantula can often fish for paralysis with Thunder, as it has a good chance of paralyzing the foe. As it is running a Focus Sash, it should not be sent out with entry hazards on the field. Galvantula can revenge-kill somewhat decently, thanks to its powerful Thunder and its good Speed. Due to it having below average defensive stats, Galvantula most of the time will not be able to take more than 1 non-super effective hit. So, it is better to switch out against faster offensive foes.

Team Options
========

Most Bug-type Pokemon appreciate Galvantula's ability to set up Sticky Web. Forretress and Galvantula work great together as a entry hazard stacking duo. Forretress can set up Stealth Rock and Spikes, while being able to Rapid Spin away opposing entry hazards for Galvantula. Armaldo too, can Rapid Spin and set up its own Stealth Rock, while having Rock-type STAB which lets it beat Pokemon like Zapdos on Flying-type teams. Mega Heracross greatly appreciates Galvantula's Sticky Web, as it has below average Speed. Sticky Web lets Mega Heracross outspeed most grounded foes and KO them with its moves. Galvantula and Mega Heracross work greatly together to beat Water-type teams, if they are running Thunder and Bullet Seed respectively. Mega Pinsir is another mega evolution that appreciates Galvantula's Sticky Web. With this, Mega Pinsir can outspeed Choice Scarfed-base 100 Speed Pokemon such as Victini, which is problematic for Bug-type teams. Volcarona too, likes having Sticky Web support from Galvantula. After a Sticky Web, Volcarona outspeeds most grounded Pokemon and can run a more bulky EV spread. Mega Scizor and Galvantula can be used together as VoltTurn core, if Galvantula is running Volt Switch. Scizor can also find good opportunities to bring in Galvantula safely. It is able to take advantage of the Sticky Webs to sweep teams. It's also counter to Mega Diancie, which can be difficult for Galvantula to play around due to its Magic Bounce.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============

**Bug:**

Life Orb can be used over Focus Sash to increase its Special Attack, but Galvantula might not get up Sticky Web against faster Pokemon if used. Giga Drain is an alternative to Energy Ball as a Grass-type coverage move, but it is weaker and Galvantula is unlikely to actually be able to use the paltry healing when it has awful defenses. Thunder Wave can be used as a guaranteed paralysis over Thunder.

Checks and Counters
===================
**Bug:**


**Zapdos**: Zapdos can easily tank all of Galvantula’s attacks and even Defog away its Sticky Web. Zapdos can then Toxic or use Heat Wave to KO it.

**Ground-types**: Ground-types such as Excadrill, Hippowdon, and Swampert are great checks to Galvantula that lack Energy Ball, as Bug Buzz does very little and Hidden Power Ice generally does even less.

**Specially Defensive Pokemon**: Specially Defensive Pokemon such as Chansey, Mega Venusaur, Lanturn, and Clefable can all take any of Galvantula’s attacks and KO it afterwards with their respective moves.

**Revenge-killers**: If Galvantula’s Focus Sash is broken at any point, a fast revenge-killer such as Choice Scarf Terrakion, Tornadus-T, and Weavile can all KO Galvantula. Mega Lopunny in particular can stop Galvantula on its track even with a Focus Sash, as it has Fake Out + Return.

**Residual Damage**: Any form of entry hazards breaks Galvantula’s Focus Sash and makes it vulnerable to faster Pokemon and priority moves. Sand Stream from Tyranitar and Hippowdon can break nullify its Focus Sash and KO after with their respective STAB moves.

Nice job man, just a couple small comments. QC 3/3

In the introduction, specifically state that Thunder becomes a 91% accurate move opposed to just "increased".

"as most Water-types do not like getting their Speed reduced" --> as most Water-types struggle to check the offensive threats on Bug-type teams, such as Mega-Pinsir or Mega-Heracross, with their speed reduced.

 

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[OVERVIEW]

**Bug:**

Being one of the few Pokemon with access to Sticky Web, Galvantula establishes its position in Bug-type teams in the Monotype tier. It has great Speed to help it set up Sticky Web. Galvantula also has a great ability in Compound Eyes,(AC) boosting Thunder's accuracy to 91%, which makes it somewhat of an offensive threat as well. It takes advantage of this ability with Thunder, which has 91% accuracy because of it. Galvantula can also threaten Ground-type Pokemon,(AC) such as Hippowdon and Gastrodon, and Water-type Pokemon,(AC) such as Swampert and Lanturn,(AC) with Energy Ball and Giga Drain. Although it can pivot with Volt Switch, its high Speed doesn't help bring its teammates in safely and it doesn't forces switches either to create momentum. Galvantula also has terrible defensive stats, meaning it does not like staying in against offensive Pokemon. In spite of its decent coverage moves, Galvantula's poor Special Attack means none of them are actually going to do much damage. Galvantula faces competition from Shuckle, the other Sticky Web user. Shuckle,(AC) who has further access to Stealth Rock and is far more defensive and able to set up entry hazards multiple times in a battle. However, Galvantula is athe superior offensive option. As,(AC) although since its only niche is being a Sticky Web user, it is very predictable.

[SET]
name: Sticky Web
move 1: Sticky Web
move 2: Thunder
move 3: Bug Buzz
move 4: Hidden Power Ice / Energy Ball
item: Focus Sash
ability: Compound Eyes
nature: Timid
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
ivs: 0 Atk / 30 Def


[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========

Sticky Web is Galvantula’'(not the tilted one)s main use as it reduces the Speed of grounded foes. Thunder is Galvantula's main STAB move and strongest attack as its accuracy is boosted by Compound Eyes and it has a good chance to paralyze the opponent. It is also the only way it's really going to deal any meaningful damage. Bug Buzz is used to beat Dark- and Psychic-type Pokemon such as Tyranitar, Mew, and Hydreigon. It is also Galvantula's most reliable move, as it has perfect accuracy. Hidden Power Ice is used to hit Dragon-type Pokemon such as Garchomp and Dragonite and Ground-type Pokemon such as Landorus and Gliscor super effectively. Energy Ball lets Galvantula hit Ground-type Pokemon such as Swampert, Hippowdon, and Gastrodon, as they are immune to Thunder and take little to no damage from Hidden Power Ice. Volt Switch can be used to pivot and gain momentum, although its damage is awful and Galvantula is generally just a bad Volt Switch user due to its high Speed.

Set Details
========

A Timid nature with maximum Speed EVs are used to make it as fast as it can possibly be and sSpeed tie with other base 108 Speed Pokemon such as Keldeo, Infernape, and Cobalion. Maximum Special Attack EV investment boosts its average Special Attack as much as possible without a boosting nature. Compound Eyes is used to increase Thunder’'(not the tilted one)s accuracy to 91%. Focus Sash allows Galvantula to always get up Sticky Web, if used as a lead.

Usage Tips
========

Galvantula should be sent out as soon as possible to set up Sticky Web andto reduce the Speed of opposing foes, although it needs to be careful of Fake Out anti-leads, such as Mega Lopunny, and Taunt users, such as Infernape. Galvantula is especially good against Water-type teams, as most Water-types struggle to check the offensive threats on Bug-type teams, such as Mega Pinsir orand Mega Heracross, with their speed reduced.(extra period). Galvantula can also dent Water-type teams with Thunder and Energy Ball, if it is running it. Its coverage options should generally only be used on weakened foes, as Galvantula lacks the power to actually take most of them out. Galvantula can often fish for paralysis with Thunder, as it has a good chance of paralyzing the foe. As it is running a Focus Sash, it should not be sent out with entry hazards on the field. Galvantula can revenge-(space not hyphen)kill somewhat decently, thanks to its powerful Thunder and its good Speed. Due to it having below average defensive stats, Galvantula most of the time Galvantula will not be able to take more than 1one non-super effective hit. So, it is better to switch out against faster offensive foes.

Team Options
========

Most Bug-type Pokemon appreciate Galvantula's ability to set up Sticky Web. Forretress and Galvantula work great together as an entry hazard stacking duo. Forretress can set up Stealth Rock and Spikes, while being able to Rapid Spin away opposing entry hazards for Galvantula. Armaldo,(AC) too, can Rapid Spin and set up its own Stealth Rock, while having Rock-type STAB which lets it beat Pokemon like Zapdos on Flying-type teams. Mega Heracross greatly appreciates Galvantula's Sticky Web, as it has below average Speed. Sticky Web lets Mega Heracross outspeed most grounded foes and KO them with its moves. Galvantula and Mega Heracross work greatly together to beat Water-type teams, if they are running Thunder and Bullet Seed respectively. Mega Pinsir is another mega evolution that appreciates Galvantula's Sticky Web. With this, Mega Pinsir can outspeed Choice Scarfed-(space not hyphen)base 100 Speed Pokemon such as Victini, which is problematic for Bug-type teams. Volcarona,(AC) too, likes having Sticky Web support from Galvantula. After a Sticky Web, Volcarona outspeeds most grounded Pokemon and can run a more bulky EV spread. Mega Scizor and Galvantula can be used together as a VoltTurn core, if Galvantula is running Volt Switch. Scizor can also find good opportunities to bring in Galvantula safely. It is able to take advantage of the Sticky Webs to sweep teams. It's also a counter to Mega Diancie, which can be difficult for Galvantula to play around due to its Magic Bounce.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============

**Bug:**

Life Orb can be used over Focus Sash to increase its Special Attack, but Galvantula might not get up Sticky Web against faster Pokemon if used. Giga Drain is an alternative to Energy Ball as a Grass-type coverage move, but it is weaker and Galvantula is unlikely to actually be able to use the paltry healing when it has awful defenses. Thunder Wave can be used as a guaranteed paralysis over Thunder.

Checks and Counters
===================
**Bug:**


**Zapdos**: Zapdos can easily tank all of Galvantula’'(not the tilted one)s attacks and even Defog away its Sticky Web. Zapdos can then use Toxic or use Heat Wave to KO it.

**Ground-types**: Ground-types such as Excadrill, Hippowdon, and Swampert are great checks to Galvantula that lack Energy Ball, as Bug Buzz does very little and Hidden Power Ice generally does even less.

**Specially Defensive Pokemon**: Specially Ddefensive Pokemon such as Chansey, Mega Venusaur, Lanturn, and Clefable can all take any of Galvantula’'(other one)s attacks and KO it afterwards with their respective moves.

**Revenge-k(space)Killers**: If Galvantula’'(other one)s Focus Sash is broken at any point, a fast revenge-(space)killer such as Choice Scarf Terrakion, Tornadus-T, andor Weavile can all KO Galvantula. Mega Lopunny in particular can stop Galvantula oin its tracks even with a Focus Sash, as it has Fake Out + Return.

**Residual Damage**: Any form of entry hazards breaks Galvantula’'(other one)s Focus Sash and makes it vulnerable to faster Pokemon and priority moves. Sand Stream from Tyranitar and Hippowdon can break nullify its Focus Sash and they can both KO after with their respective STAB moves.

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[OVERVIEW]

**Bug**: (colon should go after the final asterisk)

Being As one of the few Pokemon with access to Sticky Web, Galvantula establishes its position in on Bug-type teams in the Monotype tier. It has great Speed to help it set up Sticky Web. Galvantula also has a great ability in Compound Eyes, boosting Thunder's accuracy to 91%, which makes it somewhat of an offensive threat as well. Galvantula can also threaten Ground-type Pokemon, such as Hippowdon and Gastrodon, and Water-type Pokemon,<add space>such as Swampert and Lanturn,<add space>with Energy Ball and Giga Drain. Although it can pivot with Volt Switch, its high Speed doesn't help bring its teammates in safely and it doesn't force switches either to create momentum. Galvantula also has terrible defensive stats, meaning it does not like staying in against offensive Pokemon. In spite of its decent coverage moves, Galvantula's poor Special Attack means none of them are actually going to do much damage. Galvantula faces competition from Shuckle, the other Sticky Web user, who which has access to Sticky Web, as well as has (subjective; didn't like the use of "the other Sticky Web user", makes Shuckle seem inferior) further access to Stealth Rock and is far more defensive and able to set up entry hazards multiple times in a battle. However, Galvantula is the superior offensive option, although since its only niche is being a Sticky Web user, it is very predictable.

[SET]
name: Sticky Web
move 1: Sticky Web
move 2: Thunder
move 3: Bug Buzz
move 4: Hidden Power Ice / Energy Ball
item: Focus Sash
ability: Compound Eyes
nature: Timid
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
ivs: 0 Atk / 30 Def
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[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
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Sticky Web is Galvantula's main use as it reduces the Speed of grounded foes. Thunder is Galvantula's main STAB move and strongest attack, (AC) as its accuracy is boosted by Compound Eyes and it has a good chance to paralyze the foe opponent. It is also the only way it's really going to deal any meaningful damage. Bug Buzz is used to beat Dark- and Psychic-type Pokemon such as Tyranitar, Hydreigon Mew, and Mew Hydreigon. It is also Galvantula's most reliable move, as it has perfect accuracy. Hidden Power Ice is used to hit Dragon-type Pokemon such as Garchomp and Dragonite and Ground-type Pokemon such as Landorus and Gliscor super effectively. Energy Ball lets Galvantula hit Ground-type Pokemon such as like (the Ground-types HP Ice hits and the Ground-types E-Ball hits are very different so using "like" in either sentence should be enough to show this differentiation imo) Swampert, Hippowdon, and Gastrodon, as they are immune to Thunder and take little to no damage from Hidden Power Ice. Volt Switch can be used to pivot and gain momentum, although its damage is awful and Galvantula is generally just a bad Volt Switch user due to its high Speed.

Set Details
========

A Timid nature with maximum Speed EVs are used to make it Galvantula as fast as it can possibly be and Speed tie with other base 108 Speed Pokemon such as Keldeo, Infernape, and Cobalion. Maximum Special Attack investment boosts its average Special Attack as much as possible without a boosting nature. Compound Eyes is used to increase Thunder's accuracy to 91%. Focus Sash allows Galvantula to always get up Sticky Web, if used as a lead.

Usage Tips
========

Galvantula should be sent out as soon as possible to set up Sticky Web to reduce the Speed of opposing foes, although it needs to be careful of Fake Out anti-leads, such as Mega Lopunny, and Taunt users, such as Infernape. Galvantula is especially good against Water-type teams, as most Water-types struggle to check the offensive threats on Bug-type teams, such as Mega Pinsir and Mega Heracross, with their Speed reduced. Galvantula can also dent Water-type teams with Thunder and Energy Ball, if it is running it. Its coverage options should generally only be used on weakened foes, as Galvantula lacks the power to actually take most of them out. Galvantula can often fish for paralysis with Thunder, as it has a good chance of paralyzing the foe. As it is running a Focus Sash, it should not be sent out with entry hazards on the field. Galvantula can revenge kill somewhat decently (RC) thanks to its powerful Thunder and its good Speed. Due to it having below average defensive stats, most of the time, (AC) Galvantula will not be able to take more than one non-super effective hit, (AC) so (RC) it is better to switch out against faster offensive foes.

Team Options
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Most Bug-type Pokemon appreciate Galvantula's ability to set up Sticky Web. Forretress and Galvantula work great together as an entry hazard-stacking (AH) duo. Forretress can set up Stealth Rock and Spikes (RC) while being able to Rapid Spin away opposing entry hazards for Galvantula. Armaldo, too, can also Rapid Spin and set up its own Stealth Rock (RC) while having Rock-type STAB moves that which let it beat Pokemon like Zapdos on Flying-type teams. Mega Heracross greatly appreciates Galvantula's Sticky Web, as it has below-average (AH) Speed. Sticky Web lets Mega Heracross outspeed most grounded foes and KO them with its moves. Galvantula and Mega Heracross work greatly together to beat Water-type teams (RC) if they are running Thunder and Bullet Seed, (AC) respectively. Mega Pinsir is another Mega evolution Pokemon that appreciates Galvantula's Sticky Web. With this, Mega Pinsir can outspeed Choice Scarf base 100 Speed Pokemon such as Victini, which is problematic for Bug-type teams. Volcarona<add space>,too, also likes having Sticky Web support from Galvantula. After a Sticky Web, Volcarona outspeeds most grounded Pokemon and can run a more bulky EV spread. Mega Scizor and Galvantula can be used together as a VoltTurn core (RC) if Galvantula is running Volt Switch. Scizor can also find good opportunities to bring in Galvantula safely. It is able to take advantage of Sticky Web to sweep teams. It's also a counter to Mega Diancie, which can be difficult for Galvantula to play around due to its Magic Bounce.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
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**Bug**:

Life Orb can be used over Focus Sash to increase its Galvantula's Special Attack, but Galvantula might not get up Sticky Web against faster Pokemon if used. Giga Drain is an alternative to Energy Ball as a Grass-type coverage move, but it is weaker and Galvantula is unlikely to actually be able to use the paltry healing when it has awful defenses. Thunder Wave can be used as a guaranteed paralysis over Thunder.

Checks and Counters
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**Zapdos**: Zapdos can easily tank all of Galvantula's attacks and even Defog away its Sticky Web. Zapdos can then use Toxic or use Heat Wave to KO it or Toxic to wear it down. (Toxic does not KO Galvantula)

**Ground-types**: Ground-types such as Excadrill, Hippowdon, and Swampert are great checks to Galvantula that lack Energy Ball, as Bug Buzz does very little and Hidden Power Ice generally does even less.

**Specially Defensive Pokemon**: Specially defensive Pokemon such as Chansey, Mega Venusaur, Lanturn, and Clefable can all take any of Galvantula's attacks and KO it afterwards with their respective moves.

**Revenge Killers**: If Galvantula's Focus Sash is broken at any point, a fast revenge killer such as Choice Scarf Terrakion, Tornadus-T, or Weavile can KO Galvantula. Mega Lopunny in particular can stop Galvantula in its tracks even with a Focus Sash, as it has Fake Out + Return.

**Residual Damage**: Any form of entry hazards breaks Galvantula's Focus Sash and makes it vulnerable to faster Pokemon and priority moves. Sand Stream from Tyranitar and Hippowdon can nullify its Focus Sash and they can both KO after with their respective STAB moves.

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[OVERVIEW]

**Bug**:

As one of the few Pokemon with access to Sticky Web, Galvantula establishes its position on Bug-type teams in the Monotype tier metagame. It has great Speed to help it set up Sticky Web, (comma) Galvantula also has as well as a great ability in Compound Eyes, boosting to boost Thunder's accuracy, which makes it somewhat of an offensive threat as well. Galvantula can also threaten Ground-type Pokemon, such as Hippowdon and Gastrodon, and Water-type Pokemon, such as Swampert and Lanturn, with Energy Ball and Giga Drain. Although it can pivot with Volt Switch, its high Speed doesn't help bring its teammates in safely, (AC) and it doesn't force switches either to create momentum. Galvantula also has terrible defensive stats, meaning it does not like staying in against offensive Pokemon. In spite of its decent coverage moves, Galvantula's poor Special Attack means none of them are actually going to do much damage. Lastly, (AC) Galvantula faces competition from Shuckle as a Sticky Web setter, which has Sticky Web too but also further access to Stealth Rock and is far more defensive and able to set up entry hazards multiple times in a battle because it's far more defensive. However, Galvantula is the superior offensive option, although since its only niche is being a Sticky Web user, it is very predictable.

[SET]
name: Sticky Web
move 1: Sticky Web
move 2: Thunder
move 3: Bug Buzz
move 4: Hidden Power Ice / Energy Ball
item: Focus Sash
ability: Compound Eyes
nature: Timid
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
ivs: 0 Atk / 30 Def

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
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Sticky Web reduces the Speed of grounded foes. Thunder is Galvantula's main STAB move and strongest attack, as its accuracy is boosted by Compound Eyes, (AC) and it has a good chance to paralyze the foe. It is also the only way it's really going to deal any meaningful damage. Bug Buzz is used to beat Dark- and Psychic-type Pokemon such as Tyranitar, Hydreigon, and Mew. It is also Galvantula's most reliable move, as it has perfect accuracy. Hidden Power Ice is used to hit Dragon-type Pokemon such as Garchomp and Dragonite and Ground-type Pokemon such as Landorus and Gliscor super effectively. Energy Ball lets Galvantula hit Ground-type Pokemon like Swampert, Hippowdon, and Gastrodon, as they which are immune to Thunder and take little to no damage from Hidden Power Ice. Volt Switch can be used to pivot and gain momentum, although its damage is awful and Galvantula is generally just a bad Volt Switch user due to its high Speed.

Set Details
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A Timid nature with maximum Speed EVs are is used to make Galvantula as fast as it can possibly be and Speed tie with other base 108 Speed Pokemon such as Keldeo, Infernape, and Cobalion. Maximum Special Attack investment boosts its average Special Attack as much as possible without a boosting nature. Compound Eyes is used to increase Thunder's accuracy. Focus Sash allows Galvantula to always get up Sticky Web, if used as a lead.

Usage Tips
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Galvantula should be sent out as soon as possible to set up Sticky Web to reduce the Speed of opposing foes, although it needs to be careful of Fake Out anti-leads, such as Mega Lopunny, and Taunt users, such as Infernape. Galvantula is especially good against Water-type teams, as most Water-types struggle to check the offensive threats on Bug-type teams, such as Mega Pinsir and Mega Heracross, with their Speed reduced. Galvantula can also dent Water-type teams with Thunder and Energy Ball, if it is running it. Its coverage options should generally only be used on weakened foes, as Galvantula lacks the power to actually take most of them out. Galvantula can often fish for paralysis with Thunder, as it has a good chance of paralyzing the foe. As it is running a Focus Sash, it should not be sent out with entry hazards on the field. Galvantula can revenge kill somewhat decently thanks to its powerful Thunder and its good Speed. Due to it having below average defensive stats, most of the time, Galvantula will not be able to take more than one non-super effective hit, so it is better to switch out against faster offensive foes.

Team Options
========

Most Bug-type Pokemon appreciate Galvantula's ability to set up Sticky Web. Forretress and Galvantula work great together as an entry hazard-stacking duo. Forretress can set up Stealth Rock and Spikes while being able to Rapid Spin away opposing entry hazards for Galvantula. Armaldo can also Rapid Spin and set up its own Stealth Rock, (AC) while having Rock-type STAB moves that let it and it can beat Pokemon like Zapdos on Flying-type teams thanks to its Rock-type STAB. Mega Heracross greatly appreciates Galvantula's Sticky Web, as it has below-average Speed. Sticky Web lets Mega Heracross outspeed most grounded foes and KO them with its moves. Galvantula and Mega Heracross work greatly together to beat Water-type teams if they are running Thunder and Bullet Seed, respectively. Mega Pinsir is another Mega Pokemon Evolution that appreciates Galvantula's Sticky Web. With this, Mega Pinsir can outspeed Choice Scarf base 100 Speed Pokemon such as Victini, which is problematic for Bug-type teams. Volcaronan also likes having Sticky Web support from Galvantula. After a Sticky Web, Volcarona outspeeds most grounded Pokemon and can run a more bulky EV spread. Mega Scizor and Galvantula can be used together as a VoltTurn core if Galvantula is running Volt Switch. Scizor can also find good opportunities to bring in Galvantula safely. It is able to take advantage of Sticky Web to sweep teams. It's also a counter to Mega Diancie, which can be difficult for Galvantula to play around due to its Magic Bounce.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============

**Bug**:

Life Orb can be used over Focus Sash to increase Galvantula's Special Attack, but Galvantula might not get up Sticky Web against faster Pokemon if used. Giga Drain is an alternative to Energy Ball as a Grass-type coverage move, but it is weaker and Galvantula is unlikely to actually be able to use the paltry healing when it has with its awful defenses. Thunder Wave can be used as a guaranteed paralysis over Thunder.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Bug**:

**Zapdos**: Zapdos can easily tank all of Galvantula's attacks and even Defog away its Sticky Web. Zapdos can then use Heat Wave to KO it or Toxic to wear it down.

**Ground-types**: Ground-types such as Excadrill, Hippowdon, and Swampert are great checks to Galvantula that lack Energy Ball, as Bug Buzz does very little and Hidden Power Ice generally does even less.

**Specially Defensive Pokemon**: Specially defensive Pokemon such as Chansey, Mega Venusaur, Lanturn, and Clefable can all take any of Galvantula's attacks and KO it afterwards with their respective moves.

**Revenge Killers**: If Galvantula's Focus Sash is broken at any point, a fast revenge killer such as Choice Scarf Terrakion, Tornadus-T, or Weavile can KO Galvantula it. Mega Lopunny in particular can stop Galvantula in its tracks even with a Focus Sash, as it has with Fake Out + Return.

**Residual Damage**: Any form of entry hazards breaks Galvantula's Focus Sash and makes it vulnerable to faster Pokemon and priority moves. Sand Stream from Tyranitar and Hippowdon can nullify its Focus Sash, (AC) and they can both KO after with their respective STAB moves.

 

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