UU Sharpedo

[Kink]

Overview
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Mega Sharpedo hits obscenely hard with a Strong Jaw-boosted Crunch and has good coverage. Mega Sharpedo has slightly increased bulk, which lets it take some priority attacks such as Extreme Speed. Unfortunately, it still has to give up a moveslot for Protect to attain a Speed boost before Mega Evolving. Sharpedo and its Mega Evolution are still somewhat reliant on prior damage and entry hazard support in order to secure OHKOs, and, unfortunately, being extremely weak to most priority moves can sometimes prevent a late-game sweep.

Mega Chomp
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name: Mega Chomp
move 1: Protect
move 2: Crunch
move 3: Hydro Pump / Waterfall
move 4: Ice Fang
ability: Speed Boost
item: Sharpedoite
evs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
nature: Jolly / Adamant

Moves
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Protect is used so that Sharpedo can get a Speed boost safely before Mega Evolving, and it also lets Sharpedo scout the foe's moveset. Crunch is Mega Sharpedo's main STAB move and hits for a lot of damage thanks to Strong Jaw. Hydro Pump is used to deal more damage to physical walls, such as Hippowdon and Donphan, than Waterfall does. Waterfall can be used so that Sharpedo has a chance to flinch slower Pokemon, and it lets Sharpedo run a nature that doesn't lower its defenses. Ice Fang is used to hit Dragon-types such as Hydreigon and Salamence, which can both tank Sharpedo's attacks with little trouble.

Set Details
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The listed EV spread maximizes Sharpedo's Attack and Speed. A Naughty or Naive nature is used with Hydro Pump so that Sharpedo can attack with both offensive stats while lowering its least useful defensive stat. An Adamant or Jolly nature is used with Waterfall, as Sharpedo's Special Attack is then irrelevent. Jolly and Naive natures deserve special mention, as it is fairly important to outspeed or Speed tie most Choice Scarf users at +1 because Mega Sharpedo is by no means guaranteed to get to +2.

Usage Tips
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If facing slower teams, Sharpedo should Mega Evolve immediately so that it can punch holes in the opposing team as soon as possible, as it does not need the Speed boost. Against more offensive teams, it should use Protect if it is trying to clean late-game so it can outspeed slower Choice Scarf users before Mega Evolving. In some cases, Sharpedo might need to force the switch and then Protect, or go for the double Protect before Mega Evolving if the opponent has a faster Choice Scarf user, such as Infernape, on their team. Mega Sharpedo only has one chance to sweep because Mega Evolving removes Speed Boost, so it should not be brought in unless it has a very good chance of sweeping.

Team Options
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Entry hazard support helps Sharpedo in wallbreaking and cleaning, so Hippowdon, Swampert, Chesnaught, Froslass, and Roserade all are all good partners. Entry hazards wear down Mega Aggron, Florges, Empoleon, and Forretress, all of which give Sharpedo trouble, and turns some 2HKOs into OHKOs against Pokemon such as Nidoqueen. Toxic Spikes works well with Protect to get Pokemon down to KO range. Because Sharpedo is best used with entry hazards, pairing it with spinblockers such as Chandelure and Froslass or fast Taunt users such as Crobat or Azelf benefit it greatly. Pivots that have access to Volt Switch, U-turn, or Baton Pass, such as Forretress, Heliolisk, and Gligar, all make for good partners, as they can get Sharpedo in safely. In particular, Swords Dance + Baton Pass Gligar sets make Mega Sharpedo an extremely potent offensive threat. If opting to use a Speed-boosting nature, Sharpedo should partner up with good entry hazard stackers, to ensure that it's able to clean up at the end of the game, as the power decrease is noticeable.

Life Orb
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name: Life Orb
move 1: Protect
move 2: Crunch
move 3: Waterfall
move 4: Ice Beam / Destiny Bond
ability: Speed Boost
item: Life Orb
evs: 252 Atk / 12 SpA / 244 Spe
nature: Naughty

Moves
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Protect is used to get a Speed boost without taking damage and also scouts the foe's moveset. Crunch offers excellent offensive synergy with Waterfall. Waterfall uses Sharpedo's Speed boosts to try to get a flinch, and also has good coverage, hitting the plethora of Fire- and Ground-types in the tier for super effective damage. Ice Beam is used to hit Pokemon such as Chesnaught, Hydreigon, and Salamence super effectively. Lastly, Destiny Bond can be used as a last-ditch effort to score an extra KO against a threat.

Set Details
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The given EV spread is used to maximize Sharpedo's Attack and outspeed Adamant variants of Choice Scarf Krookodile, with the rest of the EVs dumped into Special Attack so that Sharpedo can hit Chesnaught, Hydreigon, and Toxicroak for as much damage as possible. Life Orb is used to increase its damage output. A Naughty nature is used to increase Sharpedo's Attack stat without lowering its Special Attack and is used over Lonely so Sharpedo can take less damage from priority attacks, although Mach Punch from any notable Pokemon still OHKOes Sharpedo. Lastly, if Ice Beam is not used, opt for an Adamant or Jolly nature.

Usage Tips
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Sharpedo should be saved until late-game, when the opposing team's Pokemon have been weakened, as it usually needs a fair amount of prior damage to clean. Sharpedo should not be switched in at any cost, as it takes a lot even from resisted hits due to its terrible defenses. Ultimately, Sharpedo appreciates the removal of priority users so that it can clean late-game uninterrupted.

Team Options
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Entry hazard support from Pokemon such as Forretress, Froslass, Swampert, Chesnaught, Hippowdon, and Mega Aggron is appreciated, as it wears down Pokemon that try to switch into Sharpedo, making it easier for Sharpedo to clean late-game. Entry hazards wear down Mega Aggron, Florges, Empoleon, and Forretress and turn some 2HKOs into OHKOs against Pokemon such as Nidoqueen. Toxic Spikes works well with Protect to get Pokemon down to KO range. Pivots such as Mega Ampharos, Gligar, and Rotom-H make for good partners, as they can keep up offensive momentum, slowly wear down the opposing team, and bring in Sharpedo safely.

Other Options
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Aqua Jet can revenge kill weakened Pokemon while stalling for a Speed Boost. Earthquake takes on the many Steel-types in the tier, including Empoleon, Cobalion, and Mega Aggron, but is generally inferior to other options. Zen Headbutt can be useful against Fighting-types such as Heracross, Machamp, Virizion, and the occasional Dragalge. Poison Fang can be used so that Mega Sharpedo has an easier time getting past Fairy-types such as Florges and Aromatisse. Focus Sash can be used alongside Speed Boost, but the power drop is extremely noticeable. Substitute is a notable option against bulky Water-types such as Suicune, as it protects Mega Sharpedo from Scald burns.

Checks & Counters
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**Bulky Steel-types**: Mega Aggron and Forretress can switch into Mega Sharpedo's moves and beat it one-on-one.

**Revenge Killers**: Mach Punch and Choice Scarf Infernape and Mienshao as well as Vacuum Wave Lucario work around Mega Sharpedo by forcing it to switch or revenge killing it.

**Fighting-types**: Fighting-type Pokemon such as Cobalion and Machamp can take a Waterfall and OHKO Mega Sharpedo.

**Bulky Pokemon With Recovery**: Umbreon and Florges can both easily take a Crunch and can work around Mega Sharpedo's other attacks.

**Bulky Water-types**: Suicune, Swampert, and some Empoleon variants apply defensive pressure to regular Sharpedo, forcing it to risk a burn or 3HKO from Suicune's Scald or an OHKO from Swampert and Empoleon; however, Swampert and Empoleon will generally lose to Mega Sharpedo.

 

[Kink]

Ready for QC check.

 

[dodmen]

First thing's first, take out all mentions of Pokemon not in the tier - Celebi, Starmie, Jirachi, even Zygarde is mentioned in here,, The Celebi mention can be replaced with SD BP Gligar, the Zygarde mention can be replaced with Salamence.

Move Poison Fang to Other Options as it isn't doing enough damage to Fairies anyway (not even 2HKOing Aromatisse with Adamant) and it's not worth losing out the coverage on Hydreigon, Mence, and other Dragons and Ice Fang gives you a stronger hit on Grass-types.

Jolly/Naive should be at least mentioned for Mega Sharpedo, if not actually slashed onto there (I only hesitate because that would give it four slashes which is kind of messy). It's extremely important to outspeed/speed tie most Scarfers at +1 since it's by no means guaranteed to get to +2. Sharpedo's team support (hazards, wearing down fat mons) should be such that it's able to clean up at the end of the game with Jolly. But yeah at least mention Naive/Jolly in Set Details.

Usage Tips for the Mega: it should be said that it only has one chance to sweep since Mega Evolving removes Speed Boost, so it should not be brought in unless it has a very good chance of sweeping.

Team Options (for both sets): Spikes should be mentioned specifically as it really helps wear down the bulky Steels and Fairies that Sharpedo has trouble with. Toxic Spikes and Tspike setters should also be there, as it works well with Protect to get things down to KO range. For the Mega set, Mega Aggron and Mega Aerodactyl as teammates should be removed since you only have one Mega slot per team.

The EV spread for LO Sharpedo should be: 252 Atk / 12 SpA / 244 Spe. The one listed currently cannot outspeed Mega Beedrill/Sceptile or 216+ Mega Aerodactyl at +1.

Edit: QC 1/3

 

[Kink]

Ready for second check.

 

[Sam]

2/3

discussed changes on IRC

 

[Saria]

QC 3/3

 

[Ernesto]

I'm not really convinced by the bulky Water-types entry. Cune basically needs to rely on Scald burns because Crunch 3HKOes, meaning that it will lose. to Sub variants (I know it's not on the set, but it's still a legitimate option. Phys Def regular Pert gets 2HKOed after some prior damage (and since it lacks recovery, it's gonna be taking damage before generally) and EQ just 2HKOes. Empoleon is a similar case, except it takes much more from Crunch and it definitely needs GK to even try to do something back. All this is with Adamant in mind, obviously—which is the best nature imo, but it's OK either way.

I think the issue here is that those things go with regular Pedo, but that's not even the first set, so you should really state that all of those stand to losing to Mega Pedo. Otherwise you're giving the vibe that Bulky Water-types beat any Pedo set and that's really not the case.

 

[kokoloko]

should also mention how a lot of standard uu walls resist crunch and therefore counter it since its waterfall is weak. talking about the common umbreon/florges here btw, but i guess also niche shit like granbull/aromatisse which counter it even harder.

does this thing get roar? could be a cool way to work around umbreon lol

 

[Kink]

Ernesto kokoloko
didn't quite know how to word it, I'm sure GP will tackle it if you don't care to.

 

[Ernesto]

Just add that they stand to lose to Mega Pedo and it's fine, I think. I'd change Life Orb to regular, but since there's only two sets it's prolly OK either way.

 

[Misaka Mikoto]

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Overview
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Mega Sharpedo hits obscenely hard with Strong Jaws-boosted (add hyphen) Crunch and it has good coverage. Mega Sharpedo has slightly increased bulk, (AC) which lets allows it take some priority attacks such as Extreme Speed. Unfortunately, it still has to give up a moveslot for Protect to attain a speed boost before Mega Evolving. Sharpedo and its Mega Evolution is still somewhat reliant on prior damage and entry hazard support in order to secure its OHKOs, and, unfortunately, being extremely weak against most priority moves can sometimes prevent the late-game sweep.

Mega Sharpedo
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name: Mega Sharpedo
move 1: Protect
move 2: Crunch
move 3: Waterfall / Hydro Pump
move 4: Ice Fang
ability: Speed Boost
item: Sharpedite
evs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
nature: Jolly / Adamant

Moves
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Protect is used so that Sharpedo can get a Speed Boost safely before Mega Evolving, and also lets it scout the opponent's moveset. Crunch is Sharpedo's main STAB move, as it has good coverage and hits for a lot of damage thanks to Strong Jaw. Hydro Pump is used to deal more damage to physical walls, such as Hippowdon and Donphan, than Waterfall. Waterfall can be used so Sharpedo has a chance to flinch slower Pokemon, and lets Sharpedo run a nature that doesn't lower its defenses. Ice Fang is used to hit Dragon-types such as Hydreigon and Salamence, who which can both tank Sharpedo's attacks with little trouble. Lastly, Destiny Bond can be used as a last ditch effort to score an extra KO against a non-priority threat.

Set Details
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The listed 252 Attack / 252 Speed EV spread is used to max out Sharpedo's Attack and Speed. (capitalize both) A Naughty or Naive nature is used with Hydro Pump so that Sharpedo can attack with both offensive stats while lowering its least useful defensive stat. An Adamant or Jolly nature is used with Waterfall as Sharpedo's only attacking physically. Jolly / Naive natures deserve special mention, as it is fairly important to outspeed/Speed (capitalize) tie most Scarfers at +1 since Mega Sharpedo is by no means guaranteed to get to +2.

Usage Tips
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If facing slower teams, Mega Sharpedo should Mega Evolve immediately so that it can punch holes in the opposing team as soon as possible, since it does not need the speed boost. Against more offensive teams, it should use Protect if it is trying to clean late-game, (add hyphen) so it can outspeed slower scarfers Choice Scarf users before Mega Evolving. In some cases, Sharpedo might need to force the switch and then Protect, or go for the double Protect before Mega Evolving if they have a faster scarfer, scarf user such as Infernape, on their team. Mega Sharpedo only has one chance to sweep since because Mega Evolving removes Speed Boost, so it should not be brought in unless it has a very good chance of sweeping.

Team Options
========

Entry hazard support helps Sharpedo in wallbreaking / cleaning, so Hippowdon, Swampert, Chesnaught, Froslass, and Roserade all are all good partners. Entry hazards wear down Mega Aggron, Florges, Empoleon, and Forretress, and turns some 2HKOs into OHKOs. Toxic Spikes works well with Protect to get Pokemon down to OHKO range. Since Sharpedo is best used with entry hazards, pairing it with spinblockers such as Chandelure and Froslass, or fast Taunt users such as Crobat, or Azelf, benefit it greatly benefits Sharpedo. Pivots that have access to Volt Switch, U-turn, (AC) and Baton Pass respectively, such as Forretress, Heliolisk, (AC) and Gligar all make good partners, as they can get in switch in Sharpedo safely without it taking any damage. In Particular, Swords Dance Baton Pass Gligar sets make Mega Sharpedo an extremely potent offensive threat. If opting to use a Speed-boosting nature, Sharpedo's should partner up with good entry hazard stackers, such so that it's able to clean up at the end of the game, as the power decrease is noticeable.

Life Orb
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name: Life Orb
move 1: Protect
move 2: Crunch
move 3: Waterfall
move 4: Ice Beam / Destiny Bond
ability: Speed Boost
item: Life Orb
evs: 252 Atk / 12 SpA / 244 Spe
nature: Naughty

Moves
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Protect is used to get a Speed Boost without taking damage, and also scouts the opponent's moveset. Crunch is a Dark-type STAB attack that offers excellent offensive synergy with Waterfall. Waterfall is used as a Water-type STAB attack that abuses Sharpedo's speed boosts to try and get a flinch, and also has good coverage, hitting the plethora of Fire- and Ground-types in the tier for super effective damage. Ice Beam is used so that Sharpedo can hit Pokemon such as Chesnaught, Hydreigon, and (I'm going to take a wild guess that Salamence should be after the "and" part) super effectively.

Set Details
========

The given EV spread is used to maximize Sharpedo's physical attacks and outspeed Adamant variants of Scarf Krookodile, with the rest of the EVs dumped into Special Attack so that it can hit Chesnaught, Hydreigon, and Toxicroak for as much damage as possible. Life Orb is used to increase its damage output. A Naughty nature is used to increase its Attack stat without lowering its Special Attack, and is used over Lonely nature so it can take less damage from priority attacks, although Mach Punch from any notable Pokemon still OHKOs Sharpedo. Lastly, if Ice Beam is not used, opt for an Adamant or Jolly nature.

Usage Tips
========

Sharpedo should be saved until late-game, (add hyphen) when the opposing team's Pokemon have been weakened, as it usually needs a fair amount of prior damage to clean. Sharpedo should not be switched in at any cost, as it takes a lot of damage, even from resisted hits due to its terrible defenses. Ultimately, Sharpedo appreciates the removal of priority users so that it can clean late-game uninterrupted. without any threat

Team Options
========

Entry hazard support from Pokemon such as Forretress, Froslass, Swampert, Chesnaught, Hippowdown, and Mega Aggron are all appreciated, (AC) as they wear down Pokemon that try to switch into Sharpedo, making it easier for it to clean late-game. (add hyphen) Entry hazards wear down Mega Aggron, Florges, Empoleon, and Forretress, and turns turning some 2HKOs into OHKOs. Toxic Spikes works well with Protect to get Pokemon down to OHKO range. Pivots such as Mega Ampharos, Gligar, (AC) and Rotom-H make for good partners, as they can keep up offensive momentum, slowly wear down the opposing team, and bring in Sharpedo safely.

Other Options
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Aqua Jet can revenge kill weakened Pokemon while opting for a Speed Boost. Earthquake takes on the many Steel-types in the tier, including such as Empoleon, Cobalion, and Mega Aggron, but is generally inferior to other options. Zen Headbutt can be useful against Fighting-types such as Heracross, Machamp, Virizion, and the occasional Dragalge. Poison Fang can be used so that Mega Sharpedo has an easier time getting past Fairy-types such as Florges and Aromatisse. Focus Sash can be used alongside Speed Boost, but the power drop is extremely noticeable. Substitute is a notable option against bulky Water-types such as Suicune, as it protects Mega Sharpedo from Scald burns.

Checks & Counters
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**Bulky Water-types**: Suicune, Swampert, and some Empoleon apply defensive pressure against Sharpedo, forcing it to risk a Scald 2HKO, or an Earthquake / Grass Knot OHKO from Swampert and Empoleon, respectively.

**Bulky Steel-types**: Mega Aggron and Forretress can switch into Mega Sharpedo's moves and beat it one-on-one.

**Revenge Killers**: Mach Punch / Choice Scarf Infernape and Mienshao, (AC) as well as Vacuum Wave Lucario can work around Mega Sharpedo by forcing the it to switch out or getting the revenge kill.

**Fighting-types**: Fighting-type Pokemon such as Cobalion and Machamp can take a Waterfall and OHKO Mega Sharpedo with their powerful STAB moves.

(Fairy-types are a pretty big thing, and I think they should be mentioned in the checks/counters. I do agree with kokoloko that Umbreon should be mentioned here as well. Being a physical wall as well, it can take hits from Sharpedo. Like...4 Waterfalls iirc. Even without 252 Def invested it can take hits. Also it can possibly 2HKO it with Foul Play.)

 

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Mega Sharpedo hits obscenely hard with Strong Jaws-boosted (add hyphen) Crunch and it has good coverage. Mega Sharpedo has slightly increased bulk, (AC) which lets allows it take some priority attacks such as Extreme Speed. Unfortunately, it still has to give up a moveslot for Protect to attain a speed boost before Mega Evolving. Sharpedo and its Mega Evolution is still somewhat reliant on prior damage and entry hazard support in order to secure its OHKOs, and, unfortunately, being extremely weak against most priority moves can sometimes prevent the late-game sweep.

Mega Sharpedo
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name: Mega Sharpedo
move 1: Protect
move 2: Crunch
move 3: Waterfall / Hydro Pump
move 4: Ice Fang
ability: Speed Boost
item: Sharpedite
evs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
nature: Jolly / Adamant

Moves
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Protect is used so that Sharpedo can get a Speed Boost safely before Mega Evolving, and also lets it scout the opponent's moveset. Crunch is Sharpedo's main STAB move, as it has good coverage and hits for a lot of damage thanks to Strong Jaw. Hydro Pump is used to deal more damage to physical walls, such as Hippowdon and Donphan, than Waterfall. Waterfall can be used so Sharpedo has a chance to flinch slower Pokemon, and lets Sharpedo run a nature that doesn't lower its defenses. Ice Fang is used to hit Dragon-types such as Hydreigon and Salamence, who which can both tank Sharpedo's attacks with little trouble. Lastly, Destiny Bond can be used as a last ditch effort to score an extra KO against a non-priority threat.

Set Details
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The listed 252 Attack / 252 Speed EV spread is used to max out Sharpedo's Attack and Speed. (capitalize both) A Naughty or Naive nature is used with Hydro Pump so that Sharpedo can attack with both offensive stats while lowering its least useful defensive stat. An Adamant or Jolly nature is used with Waterfall as Sharpedo's only attacking physically. Jolly / Naive natures deserve special mention, as it is fairly important to outspeed/Speed (capitalize) tie most Scarfers at +1 since Mega Sharpedo is by no means guaranteed to get to +2.

Usage Tips
========

If facing slower teams, Mega Sharpedo should Mega Evolve immediately so that it can punch holes in the opposing team as soon as possible, since it does not need the speed boost. Against more offensive teams, it should use Protect if it is trying to clean late-game, (add hyphen) so it can outspeed slower scarfers Choice Scarf users before Mega Evolving. In some cases, Sharpedo might need to force the switch and then Protect, or go for the double Protect before Mega Evolving if they have a faster scarfer, scarf user such as Infernape, on their team. Mega Sharpedo only has one chance to sweep since because Mega Evolving removes Speed Boost, so it should not be brought in unless it has a very good chance of sweeping.

Team Options
========

Entry hazard support helps Sharpedo in wallbreaking / cleaning, so Hippowdon, Swampert, Chesnaught, Froslass, and Roserade all are all good partners. Entry hazards wear down Mega Aggron, Florges, Empoleon, and Forretress, and turns some 2HKOs into OHKOs. Toxic Spikes works well with Protect to get Pokemon down to OHKO range. Since Sharpedo is best used with entry hazards, pairing it with spinblockers such as Chandelure and Froslass, or fast Taunt users such as Crobat, or Azelf, benefit it greatly benefits Sharpedo. Pivots that have access to Volt Switch, U-turn, (AC) and Baton Pass respectively, such as Forretress, Heliolisk, (AC) and Gligar all make good partners, as they can get in switch in Sharpedo safely without it taking any damage. In Particular, Swords Dance Baton Pass Gligar sets make Mega Sharpedo an extremely potent offensive threat. If opting to use a Speed-boosting nature, Sharpedo's should partner up with good entry hazard stackers, such so that it's able to clean up at the end of the game, as the power decrease is noticeable.

Life Orb
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name: Life Orb
move 1: Protect
move 2: Crunch
move 3: Waterfall
move 4: Ice Beam / Destiny Bond
ability: Speed Boost
item: Life Orb
evs: 252 Atk / 12 SpA / 244 Spe
nature: Naughty

Moves
========

Protect is used to get a Speed Boost without taking damage, and also scouts the opponent's moveset. Crunch is a Dark-type STAB attack that offers excellent offensive synergy with Waterfall. Waterfall is used as a Water-type STAB attack that abuses Sharpedo's speed boosts to try and get a flinch, and also has good coverage, hitting the plethora of Fire- and Ground-types in the tier for super effective damage. Ice Beam is used so that Sharpedo can hit Pokemon such as Chesnaught, Hydreigon, and (I'm going to take a wild guess that Salamence should be after the "and" part) super effectively.

Set Details
========

The given EV spread is used to maximize Sharpedo's physical attacks and outspeed Adamant variants of Scarf Krookodile, with the rest of the EVs dumped into Special Attack so that it can hit Chesnaught, Hydreigon, and Toxicroak for as much damage as possible. Life Orb is used to increase its damage output. A Naughty nature is used to increase its Attack stat without lowering its Special Attack, and is used over Lonely nature so it can take less damage from priority attacks, although Mach Punch from any notable Pokemon still OHKOs Sharpedo. Lastly, if Ice Beam is not used, opt for an Adamant or Jolly nature.

Usage Tips
========

Sharpedo should be saved until late-game, (add hyphen) when the opposing team's Pokemon have been weakened, as it usually needs a fair amount of prior damage to clean. Sharpedo should not be switched in at any cost, as it takes a lot of damage, even from resisted hits due to its terrible defenses. Ultimately, Sharpedo appreciates the removal of priority users so that it can clean late-game uninterrupted. without any threat

Team Options
========

Entry hazard support from Pokemon such as Forretress, Froslass, Swampert, Chesnaught, Hippowdown, and Mega Aggron are all appreciated, (AC) as they wear down Pokemon that try to switch into Sharpedo, making it easier for it to clean late-game. (add hyphen) Entry hazards wear down Mega Aggron, Florges, Empoleon, and Forretress, and turns turning some 2HKOs into OHKOs. Toxic Spikes works well with Protect to get Pokemon down to OHKO range. Pivots such as Mega Ampharos, Gligar, (AC) and Rotom-H make for good partners, as they can keep up offensive momentum, slowly wear down the opposing team, and bring in Sharpedo safely.

Other Options
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Aqua Jet can revenge kill weakened Pokemon while opting for a Speed Boost. Earthquake takes on the many Steel-types in the tier, including such as Empoleon, Cobalion, and Mega Aggron, but is generally inferior to other options. Zen Headbutt can be useful against Fighting-types such as Heracross, Machamp, Virizion, and the occasional Dragalge. Poison Fang can be used so that Mega Sharpedo has an easier time getting past Fairy-types such as Florges and Aromatisse. Focus Sash can be used alongside Speed Boost, but the power drop is extremely noticeable. Substitute is a notable option against bulky Water-types such as Suicune, as it protects Mega Sharpedo from Scald burns.

Checks & Counters
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**Bulky Water-types**: Suicune, Swampert, and some Empoleon apply defensive pressure against Sharpedo, forcing it to risk a Scald 2HKO, or an Earthquake / Grass Knot OHKO from Swampert and Empoleon, respectively.

**Bulky Steel-types**: Mega Aggron and Forretress can switch into Mega Sharpedo's moves and beat it one-on-one.

**Revenge Killers**: Mach Punch / Choice Scarf Infernape and Mienshao, (AC) as well as Vacuum Wave Lucario can work around Mega Sharpedo by forcing the it to switch out or getting the revenge kill.

**Fighting-types**: Fighting-type Pokemon such as Cobalion and Machamp can take a Waterfall and OHKO Mega Sharpedo with their powerful STAB moves.

(Fairy-types are a pretty big thing, and I think they should be mentioned in the checks/counters. I do agree with kokoloko that Umbreon should be mentioned here as well. Being a physical wall as well, it can take hits from Sharpedo. Like...4 Waterfalls iirc. Even without 252 Def invested it can take hits. Also it can possibly 2HKO it with Foul Play.)

I'm not sure how but you AMchecked an old version.

 

[Misaka Mikoto]

I'm not sure how but you AMchecked an old version.

O-oh............. ;__;

U-um I saw a GP member viewing the thread so....I assumed they were getting on it. Pretty much I was almost done with the check probably around the time you finished editing it. q.q

This is embarrassing~

 

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Mega Sharpedo hits obscenely hard with a Strong Jaw-boosted Crunch and it has good coverage. Mega Sharpedo has slightly increased bulk which lets it take some priority attacks such as Extreme Speed. Unfortunately, it still has to give up a moveslot for Protect to attain a Speed boost before Mega Evolving. Sharpedo and its Mega Evolution is are still somewhat reliant on prior damage and entry hazard support in order to secure its OHKOs, and, unfortunately, being extremely weak against most priority moves can sometimes prevent the a late-game sweep.

Mega Sharpedo Can u make a more interesting name maybe?? *chomp* imo
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name: Mega Sharpedo
move 1: Protect
move 2: Crunch
move 3: Waterfall / Hydro Pump
move 4: Ice Fang
ability: Speed Boost
item: Sharpedite
evs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
nature: Jolly / Adamant

Moves
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Protect is used so that Sharpedo can get a Speed boost safely before Mega Evolving, and also lets it scout the opponent's moveset. Crunch is Sharpedo's main STAB move, as it has good coverage and hits for a lot of damage thanks to Strong Jaw. Hydro Pump is used to deal more damage to physical walls, such as Hippowdon and Donphan, than Waterfall. Waterfall can be used so Sharpedo has a chance to flinch slower Pokemon, and lets Sharpedo run a nature that doesn't lower its defenses. Ice Fang is used to hit Dragon-types such as Hydreigon and Salamence, who which can both tank Sharpedo's attacks with little trouble. Lastly, Destiny Bond can be used as a last-ditch effort to score an extra KO against a non-priority threat.

Set Details
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The listed 252 Attack / 252 Speed EV spread is used to max out Sharpedo's Attack and Speed. A Naughty or Naive nature is used with Hydro Pump so that Sharpedo can attack with both offensive stats while lowering its least useful defensive stat. An Adamant or Jolly nature is used with Waterfall as Sharpedo's only attacks attacking physically. Jolly / Naive natures deserve special mention, as it is fairly important to outspeed/Speed tie most Scarfers Choice Scarf users at +1 since because Mega Sharpedo is by no means guaranteed to get to +2.

Usage Tips
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If facing slower teams, Mega Sharpedo should Mega Evolve immediately so that it can punch holes in the opposing team as soon as possible, since as it does not need the Speed boost. Against more offensive teams, it should use Protect if it is trying to clean late-game, (RC) so it can outspeed slower scarfers Choice Scarf users before Mega Evolving. In some cases, Sharpedo might need to force the switch and then Protect, or go for the double Protect before Mega Evolving if they have the opponent has a faster Choice Scarf user scarfer, such as Infernape, on their team. Mega Sharpedo only has one chance to sweep since because Mega Evolving removes Speed Boost, so it should not be brought in unless it has a very good chance of sweeping.

Team Options
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Entry hazard support helps Sharpedo in wallbreaking/cleaning, so Hippowdon, Swampert, Chesnaught, Froslass, and Roserade all are all good partners. Entry hazards wear down Mega Aggron, Florges, Empoleon, and Forretress, and turns some 2HKOs into OHKOs which ones?. Toxic Spikes works well with Protect to get Pokemon down to OHKO range. Since Because Sharpedo is best used with entry hazards, pairing it with spinblockers such as Chandelure and Froslass, or fast Taunt users such as Crobat, (RC) or Azelf, benefit it greatly. Pivots that have access to Volt Switch, U-turn, (AC) and Baton Pass, such as Forretress, Heliolisk, (AC) and Gligar, (AC) all make good partners, as they can get in Sharpedo in safely without it taking any damage. In particular, Swords Dance Baton Pass Gligar sets make Mega Sharpedo an extremely potent offensive threat. If opting to use a Speed-boosting nature, Sharpedo's should partner up with good entry hazard stackers, such that it's able to clean up at the end of the game, as the power decrease is noticeable.

Life Orb
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name: Life Orb
move 1: Protect
move 2: Crunch
move 3: Waterfall
move 4: Ice Beam / Destiny Bond
ability: Speed Boost
item: Life Orb
evs: 252 Atk / 12 SpA / 244 Spe
nature: Naughty

Moves
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Protect is used to get a Speed boost without taking damage, and also scouts the opponent's moveset. Crunch is a Dark-type STAB attack that offers excellent offensive synergy with Waterfall. Waterfall uses is used as a Water-type STAB attack that abuses Sharpedo's Speed boosts to try and get a flinch, and also has good coverage, hitting the plethora of Fire- and Ground-types in the tier for super effective damage. Ice Beam is used so that Sharpedo can to hit Pokemon such as Chesnaught, Hydreigon, and super effectively.

Set Details
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The given EV spread is used to maximize Sharpedo's physical Attacks and outspeed Adamant variants of Choice Scarf Krookodile, with the rest of the EVs dumped into Special Attack so that it Sharpedo can hit Chesnaught, Hydreigon, and Toxicroak for as much damage as possible. Life Orb is used to increase its Sharpedo's damage output. A Naughty nature is used to increase its Sharpedo's Attack stat without lowering its Special Attack, and is used over Lonely so it can take less damage from priority attacks, although Mach Punch from any notable Pokemon still OHKOes Sharpedo. Lastly, if Ice Beam is not used, opt for an Adamant or Jolly nature.

Usage Tips
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Sharpedo should be saved until late-game, when the opposing team's Pokemon have been weakened, as it usually needs a fair amount of prior damage to clean. Sharpedo should not be switched in at any cost, as it takes a lot even from resisted hits due to its terrible defenses. Ultimately, Sharpedo appreciates the removal of priority users so that it can clean late-game uninterrupted.

Team Options
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Entry hazard support from Pokemon such as Forretress, Froslass, Swampert, Chesnaught, Hippowdown, and Mega Aggron are all is appreciated, (AC) as they it wears down Pokemon that try to switch into Sharpedo, making it easier for it Sharpedo to clean late-game. Entry hazards wear down Mega Aggron, Florges, Empoleon, and Forretress, and turns some 2HKOs into OHKOs but which ones are they. Toxic Spikes works well with Protect to get Pokemon down to OHKO range. Pivots such as Mega Ampharos, Gligar, (AC) and Rotom-H make for good partners, as they can keep up offensive momentum, slowly wear down the opposing team, and bring in Sharpedo safely.

Other Options
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Aqua Jet can revenge kill weakened Pokemon while opting stalling for a Speed Boost. Earthquake takes on the many Steel-types in the tier, including Empoleon, Cobalion, and Mega Aggron, but is generally inferior to other options. Zen Headbutt can be useful against Fighting-types such as Heracross, Machamp, Virizion, and the occasional Dragalge. Poison Fang can be used so that Mega Sharpedo has an easier time getting past Fairy-types such as Florges and Aromatisse. Focus Sash can be used alongside Speed Boost, but the power drop is extremely noticeable. Substitute is a notable option against bulky Water-types such as Suicune, as it protects Mega Sharpedo from Scald burns.

Checks & Counters
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**Bulky Steel-types**: Mega Aggron and Forretress can switch into Mega Sharpedo's moves and beat it one-on-one.

**Revenge Killers**: Mach Punch and Choice Scarf Infernape and Mienshao as well as Vacuum Wave Lucario work around Mega Sharpedo by forcing the switch or getting the revenge kill.

**Fighting-types**: Fighting-type Pokemon such as Cobalion and Machamp can take a Waterfall and OHKO Mega Sharpedo.

**Bulky Pokemon With Recovery**: Umbreon and Florges can both easily take a Crunch, and can work around Mega Sharpedo's other attacks.

**Bulky Water-types**: Suicune, Swampert, and some Empoleon apply defensive pressure against regular Sharpedo, forcing it to risk a Scald 2HKO from Suicune, (RC) or an OHKO from Swampert and Empoleon; however, they both who is 'they both'? Swampert and Empoleon, or all three? Clarify it either way lose to Mega Sharpedo. (period)

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Overview
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Mega Sharpedo hits obscenely hard with a Strong Jaw-boosted Crunch and it has good coverage. Mega Sharpedo has slightly increased bulk which lets it take some priority attacks such as Extreme Speed. Unfortunately, it still has to give up a moveslot for Protect to attain a Speed boost before Mega Evolving. Sharpedo and its Mega Evolution is are still somewhat reliant on prior damage and entry hazard support in order to secure its OHKOs, and, unfortunately, being extremely weak against most priority moves can sometimes prevent the a late-game sweep.

Mega Sharpedo Can u make a more interesting name maybe?? *chomp* imo
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name: Mega Sharpedo
move 1: Protect
move 2: Crunch
move 3: Waterfall / Hydro Pump
move 4: Ice Fang
ability: Speed Boost
item: Sharpedite
evs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
nature: Jolly / Adamant

Moves
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Protect is used so that Sharpedo can get a Speed boost safely before Mega Evolving, and also lets it scout the opponent's moveset. Crunch is Sharpedo's main STAB move, as it has good coverage and hits for a lot of damage thanks to Strong Jaw. Hydro Pump is used to deal more damage to physical walls, such as Hippowdon and Donphan, than Waterfall. Waterfall can be used so Sharpedo has a chance to flinch slower Pokemon, and lets Sharpedo run a nature that doesn't lower its defenses. Ice Fang is used to hit Dragon-types such as Hydreigon and Salamence, who which can both tank Sharpedo's attacks with little trouble. Lastly, Destiny Bond can be used as a last-ditch effort to score an extra KO against a non-priority threat.

Set Details
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The listed 252 Attack / 252 Speed EV spread is used to max out Sharpedo's Attack and Speed. A Naughty or Naive nature is used with Hydro Pump so that Sharpedo can attack with both offensive stats while lowering its least useful defensive stat. An Adamant or Jolly nature is used with Waterfall as Sharpedo's only attacks attacking physically. Jolly / Naive natures deserve special mention, as it is fairly important to outspeed/Speed tie most Scarfers Choice Scarf users at +1 since because Mega Sharpedo is by no means guaranteed to get to +2.

Usage Tips
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If facing slower teams, Mega Sharpedo should Mega Evolve immediately so that it can punch holes in the opposing team as soon as possible, since as it does not need the Speed boost. Against more offensive teams, it should use Protect if it is trying to clean late-game, (RC) so it can outspeed slower scarfers Choice Scarf users before Mega Evolving. In some cases, Sharpedo might need to force the switch and then Protect, or go for the double Protect before Mega Evolving if they have the opponent has a faster Choice Scarf user scarfer, such as Infernape, on their team. Mega Sharpedo only has one chance to sweep since because Mega Evolving removes Speed Boost, so it should not be brought in unless it has a very good chance of sweeping.

Team Options
========

Entry hazard support helps Sharpedo in wallbreaking/cleaning, so Hippowdon, Swampert, Chesnaught, Froslass, and Roserade all are all good partners. Entry hazards wear down Mega Aggron, Florges, Empoleon, and Forretress, and turns some 2HKOs into OHKOs which ones?. Toxic Spikes works well with Protect to get Pokemon down to OHKO range. Since Because Sharpedo is best used with entry hazards, pairing it with spinblockers such as Chandelure and Froslass, or fast Taunt users such as Crobat, (RC) or Azelf, benefit it greatly. Pivots that have access to Volt Switch, U-turn, (AC) and Baton Pass, such as Forretress, Heliolisk, (AC) and Gligar, (AC) all make good partners, as they can get in Sharpedo in safely without it taking any damage. In particular, Swords Dance Baton Pass Gligar sets make Mega Sharpedo an extremely potent offensive threat. If opting to use a Speed-boosting nature, Sharpedo's should partner up with good entry hazard stackers, such that it's able to clean up at the end of the game, as the power decrease is noticeable.

Life Orb
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name: Life Orb
move 1: Protect
move 2: Crunch
move 3: Waterfall
move 4: Ice Beam / Destiny Bond
ability: Speed Boost
item: Life Orb
evs: 252 Atk / 12 SpA / 244 Spe
nature: Naughty

Moves
========

Protect is used to get a Speed boost without taking damage, and also scouts the opponent's moveset. Crunch is a Dark-type STAB attack that offers excellent offensive synergy with Waterfall. Waterfall uses is used as a Water-type STAB attack that abuses Sharpedo's Speed boosts to try and get a flinch, and also has good coverage, hitting the plethora of Fire- and Ground-types in the tier for super effective damage. Ice Beam is used so that Sharpedo can to hit Pokemon such as Chesnaught, Hydreigon, and super effectively.

Set Details
========

The given EV spread is used to maximize Sharpedo's physical Attacks and outspeed Adamant variants of Choice Scarf Krookodile, with the rest of the EVs dumped into Special Attack so that it Sharpedo can hit Chesnaught, Hydreigon, and Toxicroak for as much damage as possible. Life Orb is used to increase its Sharpedo's damage output. A Naughty nature is used to increase its Sharpedo's Attack stat without lowering its Special Attack, and is used over Lonely so it can take less damage from priority attacks, although Mach Punch from any notable Pokemon still OHKOes Sharpedo. Lastly, if Ice Beam is not used, opt for an Adamant or Jolly nature.

Usage Tips
========

Sharpedo should be saved until late-game, when the opposing team's Pokemon have been weakened, as it usually needs a fair amount of prior damage to clean. Sharpedo should not be switched in at any cost, as it takes a lot even from resisted hits due to its terrible defenses. Ultimately, Sharpedo appreciates the removal of priority users so that it can clean late-game uninterrupted.

Team Options
========

Entry hazard support from Pokemon such as Forretress, Froslass, Swampert, Chesnaught, Hippowdown, and Mega Aggron are all is appreciated, (AC) as they it wears down Pokemon that try to switch into Sharpedo, making it easier for it Sharpedo to clean late-game. Entry hazards wear down Mega Aggron, Florges, Empoleon, and Forretress, and turns some 2HKOs into OHKOs but which ones are they. Toxic Spikes works well with Protect to get Pokemon down to OHKO range. Pivots such as Mega Ampharos, Gligar, (AC) and Rotom-H make for good partners, as they can keep up offensive momentum, slowly wear down the opposing team, and bring in Sharpedo safely.

Other Options
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Aqua Jet can revenge kill weakened Pokemon while opting stalling for a Speed Boost. Earthquake takes on the many Steel-types in the tier, including Empoleon, Cobalion, and Mega Aggron, but is generally inferior to other options. Zen Headbutt can be useful against Fighting-types such as Heracross, Machamp, Virizion, and the occasional Dragalge. Poison Fang can be used so that Mega Sharpedo has an easier time getting past Fairy-types such as Florges and Aromatisse. Focus Sash can be used alongside Speed Boost, but the power drop is extremely noticeable. Substitute is a notable option against bulky Water-types such as Suicune, as it protects Mega Sharpedo from Scald burns.

Checks & Counters
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**Bulky Steel-types**: Mega Aggron and Forretress can switch into Mega Sharpedo's moves and beat it one-on-one.

**Revenge Killers**: Mach Punch and Choice Scarf Infernape and Mienshao as well as Vacuum Wave Lucario work around Mega Sharpedo by forcing the switch or getting the revenge kill.

**Fighting-types**: Fighting-type Pokemon such as Cobalion and Machamp can take a Waterfall and OHKO Mega Sharpedo.

**Bulky Pokemon With Recovery**: Umbreon and Florges can both easily take a Crunch, and can work around Mega Sharpedo's other attacks.

**Bulky Water-types**: Suicune, Swampert, and some Empoleon apply defensive pressure against regular Sharpedo, forcing it to risk a Scald 2HKO from Suicune, (RC) or an OHKO from Swampert and Empoleon; however, they both who is 'they both'? Swampert and Empoleon, or all three? Clarify it either way lose to Mega Sharpedo. (period)

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Overview
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Mega Sharpedo hits obscenely hard with a Strong Jaw-boosted Crunch and has good coverage. Mega Sharpedo has slightly increased bulk, (comma) which lets it take some priority attacks such as Extreme Speed. Unfortunately, it still has to give up a moveslot for Protect to attain a Speed boost before Mega Evolving. Sharpedo and its Mega Evolution are still somewhat reliant on prior damage and entry hazard support in order to secure OHKOs, and, unfortunately, being extremely weak against to most priority moves can sometimes prevent a late-game sweep.

Mega Chomp
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name: Mega Chomp
move 1: Protect
move 2: Crunch
move 3: Hydro Pump / Waterfall / Hydro Pump (that's the order you have it in Moves and Set Details. either change it here or change them in the following sections)
move 4: Ice Fang
ability: Speed Boost
item: Sharpedite
evs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
nature: Jolly / Adamant

Moves
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Protect is used so that Sharpedo can get a Speed boost safely before Mega Evolving, and it also lets it you scout the opponent's foe's moveset. Crunch is Mega Sharpedo's main STAB move and hits for a lot of damage thanks to Strong Jaw. Hydro Pump is used to deal more damage to physical walls, such as Hippowdon and Donphan, than Waterfall does. Waterfall can be used so that Sharpedo has a chance to flinch cause slower Pokemon to flinch, and it lets Sharpedo run a nature that doesn't lower its defenses. Ice Fang is used to hit Dragon-types such as Hydreigon and Salamence, which can both tank Sharpedo's attacks with little trouble. Lastly, Destiny Bond can be used as a last-ditch effort to score an extra KO against a threat. (Destiny Bond isn't slashed on this set. just letting you know, maybe you already know idk)

Set Details
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The listed EV spread is used to max out maximizes Sharpedo's Attack and Speed. A Naughty or Naive nature is used with Hydro Pump so that Sharpedo can attack with both offensive stats while lowering its least useful defensive stat. An Adamant or Jolly nature is used with Waterfall, (comma) as Sharpedo's Special Attack is then irrelevant only attacks physically. Jolly / and Naive natures deserve special mention, as it is fairly important to outspeed or Speed tie with outspeed/Speed tie most Choice Scarf users at +1 because Mega Sharpedo is by no means guaranteed to get to +2.

Usage Tips
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If facing slower teams, Mega Sharpedo should Mega Evolve immediately so that it can punch holes in the opposing team as soon as possible, as it does not need the Speed boost. Against more offensive teams, it should use Protect if it is trying to clean late-game so it can outspeed slower Choice Scarf users before Mega Evolving. In some cases, Sharpedo might need to force the switch and then Protect, or go for the double Protect before Mega Evolving if the opponent has a faster Choice Scarf user, such as Infernape, on their team. Mega Sharpedo only has one chance to sweep because Mega Evolving removes Speed Boost, so it should not be brought in unless it has a very good chance of sweeping.

Team Options
========

Entry hazard support helps Sharpedo in wallbreaking and cleaning wallbreaking/cleaning, so Hippowdon, Swampert, Chesnaught, Froslass, and Roserade all are all good partners. Entry hazards wear down Mega Aggron, Florges, Empoleon, and Forretress, all of which give Sharpedo trouble, and turns some 2HKOs into OHKOs against Pokemon such as Nidoqueen. Toxic Spikes works well with Protect to get Pokemon down to OHKO range. Because Sharpedo is best used with entry hazards, pairing it with spinblockers such as Chandelure and Froslass, (remove comma) or fast Taunt users such as Crobat or Azelf, (remove comma) benefits it greatly. Pivots that have access to Volt Switch, U-turn, and or Baton Pass, such as Forretress, Heliolisk, and Gligar, all make for good partners, as they can get in Sharpedo in safely without it taking any damage ("safely" does the job here). In particular, Swords Dance + Baton Pass Gligar sets make Mega Sharpedo an extremely potent offensive threat. If opting to use a Speed-boosting nature, Sharpedo should partner up with good entry hazard stackers, such that to ensure that it's able to clean up at the end of the game, as the power decrease is noticeable.

Life Orb
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name: Life Orb
move 1: Protect
move 2: Crunch
move 3: Waterfall
move 4: Ice Beam / Destiny Bond
ability: Speed Boost
item: Life Orb
evs: 252 Atk / 12 SpA / 244 Spe
nature: Naughty

Moves
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Protect is used to get a Speed boost without taking damage, (remove comma) and also scouts the opponent's foe's moveset. Crunch offers excellent offensive synergy with Waterfall. Waterfall uses Sharpedo's Speed boosts to try and to get a flinch, and it also has good coverage, hitting the plethora of Fire- and Ground-types in the tier for super effective damage. Ice Beam is used to hit Pokemon such as Chesnaught, Hydreigon, and (did you forget something here? otherwise, have it as "such as Chesnaught and Hydreigon") super effectively. (ok that Destiny Bond sentence should go here)

Set Details
========

The given EV spread is used to maximize Sharpedo's Attack and outspeed Adamant variants of Choice Scarf Krookodile, with the rest of the EVs dumped into Special Attack so that Sharpedo can hit Chesnaught, Hydreigon, and Toxicroak for as much damage as possible. Life Orb is used to increase its damage output. A Naughty nature is used to increase Sharpedo's Attack stat without lowering its Special Attack, (remove comma) and is used over Lonely so it Sharpedo can take less damage from priority attacks, although Mach Punch from any notable Pokemon still OHKOes Sharpedo. Lastly, if Ice Beam is not used, opt for an Adamant or Jolly nature.

Usage Tips
========

Sharpedo should be saved until late-game, when the opposing team's Pokemon have been weakened, as it usually needs a fair amount of prior damage to clean. Sharpedo should not be switched in at any cost, as it takes a lot even from resisted hits due to its terrible defenses. Ultimately, Sharpedo appreciates the removal of priority users so that it can clean late-game uninterrupted.

Team Options
========

Entry hazard support from Pokemon such as Forretress, Froslass, Swampert, Chesnaught, Hippowdown Hippowdon, and Mega Aggron is appreciated, as it wears down Pokemon that try to switch into Sharpedo, making it easier for Sharpedo to clean late-game clean-late game. Entry hazards wear down Mega Aggron, Florges, Empoleon, and Forretress, (remove comma) and turn some 2HKOs into OHKOs against Pokemon such as Nidoqueen. Toxic Spikes works well with Protect to get Pokemon down to OHKO range. Pivots such as Mega Ampharos, Gligar, and Rotom-H make for good partners, as they can keep up offensive momentum, slowly wear down the opposing team, and bring in Sharpedo safely.

Other Options
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Aqua Jet can revenge kill weakened Pokemon while stalling for a Speed Boost. Earthquake takes on the many Steel-types in the tier, including Empoleon, Cobalion, and Mega Aggron, but is generally inferior to other options. Zen Headbutt can be useful against Fighting-types such as Heracross, Machamp, Virizion, and the occasional Dragalge. Poison Fang can be used so that Mega Sharpedo has an easier time getting past Fairy-types such as Florges and Aromatisse. Focus Sash can be used alongside Speed Boost, but the power drop is extremely noticeable. Substitute is a notable option against bulky Water-types such as Suicune, as it protects Mega Sharpedo from Scald burns.

Checks & Counters
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**Bulky Steel-types**: Mega Aggron and Forretress can switch into Mega Sharpedo's moves and beat it one-on-one.

**Revenge Killers**: Mach Punch and Choice Scarf Infernape and Mienshao as well as Vacuum Wave Lucario work around Mega Sharpedo by forcing it to switch or revenge killing it the switch or getting the revenge kill.

**Fighting-types**: Fighting-type Pokemon such as Cobalion and Machamp can take a Waterfall and OHKO Mega Sharpedo.

**Bulky Pokemon With Recovery**: Umbreon and Florges can both easily take a Crunch, (remove comma) and can work around Mega Sharpedo's other attacks.

**Bulky Water-types**: Suicune, Swampert, and some Empoleon variants apply defensive pressure against to regular Sharpedo, forcing it to risk a Scald 2HKO from a Suicune's Scald or an OHKO from Swampert and Empoleon; however, Swampert and Empoleon will generally lose to Mega Sharpedo.

 

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