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Rapidash
Status: This is done!
QC Checks: Omicron, tennisace, Zebraiken
GP Checks: Steven Snype, NixHex (added to and stamped evire's check)
[Overview]
<p>In the NU tier, Rapidash has one major advantage; its high Speed stat is unmatched among available Fire-types. It also has a solid Attack stat to work with, though it still doesn't hit nearly as hard as its main competition, Emboar. Rapidash also has a shallow movepool, struggles to break bulky Rock-types, and is quite frail. All things considered, Rapidash is a solid, but not outstanding, choice for a Fire-type attacker on an NU team.</p>
[SET]
name: Physical Attacker
move 1: Flare Blitz
move 2: Wild Charge
move 3: Low Kick
move 4: Morning Sun / Megahorn
item: Life Orb / Choice Band
ability: Flash Fire
nature: Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>This is a simple set that hits hard, which is exactly what Rapidash is good at. Flare Blitz is a powerful STAB move, dealing solid damage to opponents that fail to resist it. Wild Charge gains coverage on most Water-types, and Low Kick hits Regirock for super effective damage. The last move depends on what Rapidash is being used for. Morning Sun is a good option if using a Life Orb, healing off recoil damage while the opponent switches to something that checks Rapidash. On the other hand, Megahorn deals more damage to Psychic-types such as Mesprit and Gardevoir, which makes it a solid alternative and also the best move if Rapidash holds a Choice Band.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Return is another attacking option for Rapidash to consider, hitting Altaria and other Rapidash harder than its other moves. Rapidash should have teammates that can handle Rock-types, Fire-types, and Altaria because Rapidash has trouble dealing with them. Torterra is a fantastic choice as it is one of the best switch-ins to Regirock. Regirock itself also works well, handling most Fire-types and Altaria variants well. Quagsire can switch into Fire-types that lack Hidden Power Grass. Rapid Spin support from Wartortle and Cryogonal is also very useful, especially on sets lacking Morning Sun. Finally, Rapidash is a good choice on a Sunny Day team, pairing well alongside other attackers such as Victreebel.</p>
[Other Options]
<p>Hidden Power Grass is viable, considering Rapidash's decent Special Attack stat. Its main use would be to hit Quagsire, which is otherwise a major thorn in Rapidash's side. Toxic wears down Regirock and Quagsire, two common switch-ins to Rapidash. Hypnosis can put a check to sleep, but its terrible accuracy makes it quite unreliable.</p>
[Checks and Counters]
<p>Altaria is one of Rapidash's best checks, as it resists every move commonly used except for Wild Charge and Return. Regirock also works nicely due to its amazing Defense; however, it fears a predicted Low Kick and the rare Toxic. Quagsire resists Flare Blitz, has an immunity to Wild Charge, and takes little damage from Low Kick thanks to its low weight. Pokemon that outspeed Rapidash, such as Swellow and Choice Scarfed Pokemon, are able to revenge kill Rapidash quite easily.</p>
Status: This is done!
QC Checks: Omicron, tennisace, Zebraiken
GP Checks: Steven Snype, NixHex (added to and stamped evire's check)
[Overview]
<p>In the NU tier, Rapidash has one major advantage; its high Speed stat is unmatched among available Fire-types. It also has a solid Attack stat to work with, though it still doesn't hit nearly as hard as its main competition, Emboar. Rapidash also has a shallow movepool, struggles to break bulky Rock-types, and is quite frail. All things considered, Rapidash is a solid, but not outstanding, choice for a Fire-type attacker on an NU team.</p>
[SET]
name: Physical Attacker
move 1: Flare Blitz
move 2: Wild Charge
move 3: Low Kick
move 4: Morning Sun / Megahorn
item: Life Orb / Choice Band
ability: Flash Fire
nature: Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>This is a simple set that hits hard, which is exactly what Rapidash is good at. Flare Blitz is a powerful STAB move, dealing solid damage to opponents that fail to resist it. Wild Charge gains coverage on most Water-types, and Low Kick hits Regirock for super effective damage. The last move depends on what Rapidash is being used for. Morning Sun is a good option if using a Life Orb, healing off recoil damage while the opponent switches to something that checks Rapidash. On the other hand, Megahorn deals more damage to Psychic-types such as Mesprit and Gardevoir, which makes it a solid alternative and also the best move if Rapidash holds a Choice Band.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Return is another attacking option for Rapidash to consider, hitting Altaria and other Rapidash harder than its other moves. Rapidash should have teammates that can handle Rock-types, Fire-types, and Altaria because Rapidash has trouble dealing with them. Torterra is a fantastic choice as it is one of the best switch-ins to Regirock. Regirock itself also works well, handling most Fire-types and Altaria variants well. Quagsire can switch into Fire-types that lack Hidden Power Grass. Rapid Spin support from Wartortle and Cryogonal is also very useful, especially on sets lacking Morning Sun. Finally, Rapidash is a good choice on a Sunny Day team, pairing well alongside other attackers such as Victreebel.</p>
[Other Options]
<p>Hidden Power Grass is viable, considering Rapidash's decent Special Attack stat. Its main use would be to hit Quagsire, which is otherwise a major thorn in Rapidash's side. Toxic wears down Regirock and Quagsire, two common switch-ins to Rapidash. Hypnosis can put a check to sleep, but its terrible accuracy makes it quite unreliable.</p>
[Checks and Counters]
<p>Altaria is one of Rapidash's best checks, as it resists every move commonly used except for Wild Charge and Return. Regirock also works nicely due to its amazing Defense; however, it fears a predicted Low Kick and the rare Toxic. Quagsire resists Flare Blitz, has an immunity to Wild Charge, and takes little damage from Low Kick thanks to its low weight. Pokemon that outspeed Rapidash, such as Swellow and Choice Scarfed Pokemon, are able to revenge kill Rapidash quite easily.</p>