credit to galbia for doing all the work for this np :P
This time around the PU tier got no new toys, or "drops" at all so it is just time to .cry
However the metagame could shake up a little bit since we lost the defogger with the best matchup against hazards setters, Prinplup, and a solid wallbreaker and Choice Scarf user in Haunter.
Both were neither centralizing or too important threats in this tier but had a solid place in Viability Ranking and a lot of teams.
In any case here are the usual potential discussion topics to start talking in this threads
Current PU Banlist (BL4):
Kecleon
Throh
However the metagame could shake up a little bit since we lost the defogger with the best matchup against hazards setters, Prinplup, and a solid wallbreaker and Choice Scarf user in Haunter.
Both were neither centralizing or too important threats in this tier but had a solid place in Viability Ranking and a lot of teams.
In any case here are the usual potential discussion topics to start talking in this threads
- New Stage - If there are tier shifts, make some predictions on what the metagame will be like or comment on the changes
- Suspect Testing - If you believe that anything is worthy of a suspect test, post about it and why you think it deserves a suspect test. (nothing will be chosen as a suspect until at least two weeks in though, if even that)
- Metagame trends - What are the most common or effective strategies? Are there any Pokemon that you think will rise in usage?
- Top threats - What should the main priorities be when considering a team for NU?
- Playstyles - Which are most effective? Are there any that cannot succeed?
- Cores - What are some popular or solid cores? Why do they work so well, and what can be used to beat them?
- Underrated Pokemon - Just because a Pokemon isn't used much doesn't mean its bad! There are plenty of hidden gems scattered throughout low NU and PU, and possibly even Little Cup!
- New sets - If you have a unique set that you've had success with recently, share it.
Current PU Banlist (BL4):
Kecleon
Throh