Status: Posted
www.smogon.com/dp/pokemon/Omastar
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[Team Options]
<p>The Utility set uses entry hazards to provide a teammate with a better chance to sweep; therefore, using Pokemon who benefit from entry hazards is recommended alongside Omastar. Offensively, Moltres and Blaziken are perfect examples of Pokemon who benefit from the extra damage provided by Spikes and Stealth Rock in order to obtain certain 2HKOs. For example, Milotic will always be 2HKOed by two consecutive Hidden Power Grasses from Moltres with Stealth Rock and one layer of Spikes down. Since Spikes supports a wide range of Pokemon, Toxic Spikes is often forgotten due to the prevalence of Poison-types in the tier. Toxic Spikes is often used in tandem with mono-attackers such as Curse Registeel, as it allows them to effectively deal with their usual counters. For example, Milotic will have a fair amount of difficulty erasing Registeel's boost with Haze, as poison damage will intensify every turn.
<p>Like most entry hazard supporters, a Ghost-type is recommended in order to foil your opponent's attempt in trying to get rid of your entry hazards. There are a couple viable of Spin-blockers to choose from: Mismagius, Rotom, and Spiritomb; all three hold specific niches, making either of them fine selections to choose from.</p>
<p>Boasting the highest Special Attack stat for a Rain Dance sweeper in UU play, Omastar can often muscle its way through its typical counters with entry hazard support. For example, Hydro Pump will deal 41.7% - 49.1% on Chansey - a clean 2HKO with two layers of Spikes down. A Qwilfish lead makes a fantastic partner due to its ability to provide Spikes and set up Rain Dance. Additionally, Qwilfish can safely bring in Omastar after using Explosion. If one finds Qwilfish too frail to set up Spikes, Cloyster can make a viable alternative as it can perform a similar role as Qwilfish in setting up Spikes, Rain Dance, and going out with a bang with Explosion.</p>
[Counters]
<p>Having excellent physical Defense with a good support movepool comes with the depressing price of having a poor defensive typing. Basically, any Pokemon who can exploit its weaker Special Defense stat with a super effective move are considered the best possible counters. Venusaur can deal with Omastar in both ends with Power Whip and Leaf Storm. Raikou can switch into Surf and can frighten it with Thunderbolt. To a lesser extent, Raichu can also check Omastar as it use this small opportunity to set up Nasty Plot.</p>
<p>On the Rain sweeper set, very few can switch into Omastar's assaults. Pokemon who resist its beloved STAB move, while having the ability to hit it back super effectively are considered counters to it. Venusaur, Milotic, and Meganium can switch into Surf and threaten Omastar with a Grass move. If this doesn't cut it, Thunder Wave can greatly reduce its effectiveness as a Rain sweeper.</p>
www.smogon.com/dp/pokemon/Omastar
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[Team Options]
<p>The Utility set uses entry hazards to provide a teammate with a better chance to sweep; therefore, using Pokemon who benefit from entry hazards is recommended alongside Omastar. Offensively, Moltres and Blaziken are perfect examples of Pokemon who benefit from the extra damage provided by Spikes and Stealth Rock in order to obtain certain 2HKOs. For example, Milotic will always be 2HKOed by two consecutive Hidden Power Grasses from Moltres with Stealth Rock and one layer of Spikes down. Since Spikes supports a wide range of Pokemon, Toxic Spikes is often forgotten due to the prevalence of Poison-types in the tier. Toxic Spikes is often used in tandem with mono-attackers such as Curse Registeel, as it allows them to effectively deal with their usual counters. For example, Milotic will have a fair amount of difficulty erasing Registeel's boost with Haze, as poison damage will intensify every turn.
<p>Like most entry hazard supporters, a Ghost-type is recommended in order to foil your opponent's attempt in trying to get rid of your entry hazards. There are a couple viable of Spin-blockers to choose from: Mismagius, Rotom, and Spiritomb; all three hold specific niches, making either of them fine selections to choose from.</p>
<p>Boasting the highest Special Attack stat for a Rain Dance sweeper in UU play, Omastar can often muscle its way through its typical counters with entry hazard support. For example, Hydro Pump will deal 41.7% - 49.1% on Chansey - a clean 2HKO with two layers of Spikes down. A Qwilfish lead makes a fantastic partner due to its ability to provide Spikes and set up Rain Dance. Additionally, Qwilfish can safely bring in Omastar after using Explosion. If one finds Qwilfish too frail to set up Spikes, Cloyster can make a viable alternative as it can perform a similar role as Qwilfish in setting up Spikes, Rain Dance, and going out with a bang with Explosion.</p>
[Counters]
<p>Having excellent physical Defense with a good support movepool comes with the depressing price of having a poor defensive typing. Basically, any Pokemon who can exploit its weaker Special Defense stat with a super effective move are considered the best possible counters. Venusaur can deal with Omastar in both ends with Power Whip and Leaf Storm. Raikou can switch into Surf and can frighten it with Thunderbolt. To a lesser extent, Raichu can also check Omastar as it use this small opportunity to set up Nasty Plot.</p>
<p>On the Rain sweeper set, very few can switch into Omastar's assaults. Pokemon who resist its beloved STAB move, while having the ability to hit it back super effectively are considered counters to it. Venusaur, Milotic, and Meganium can switch into Surf and threaten Omastar with a Grass move. If this doesn't cut it, Thunder Wave can greatly reduce its effectiveness as a Rain sweeper.</p>
