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Shellder (Analysis)
- Thread starter Crux
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Looks pretty good from what I see.
Working on top of comatthew's proofread.
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GP 1 / 2
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[OVERVIEW]
<p>With access to one of the best boosting moves in the game, and a superb ability to match, Shellder is a top threat in the Little Cup metagame. Shell Smash transforms Shellder into a dangerous sweeper, reducing halving its defenses (I'm pretty sure SS is only a -1 to Def and SpD) whilst while doubling its Attack, Special Attack, (add comma) and Speed. This, in conjunction with what is effectively two 125 Base Power moves that hit through Substitute, Focus Sash, (comma) and Sturdy, makes Shellder a superb addition to any team. Shellder can also run an effective Choice Scarf set, reaching 21 Speed with a Scarf, which allows allowing it to outspeed all unboosted Pokemon Pokémon in the Little Cup metagame.</p>
<p>Despite its offensive prowess, Shellder does have some glaring weaknesses, the first one being its . Namely; its extreme frailty after using Shell Smash. Any faster Scarf user Pokémon or one that uses a neutral priority move is going to be able to will revenge kill Shellder with ease. Thankfully, Shellder also has access to priority in the form of Ice Shard, and can utilize Eviolite to rectify its poor Special Defense after a boost. (it's Def is actually huge even after a shell smash)</p>
[SET]
name: Shell Smash
move 1: Shell Smash
move 2: Rock Blast
move 3: Icicle Spear
move 4: Hydro Pump / Ice Shard
item: Eviolite / Life Orb
ability: Skill Link
nature: Naive / Jolly
evs: 236 Atk / 36 Def / 196 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>Shellder is extremely difficult to wall after a Shell Smash. In fact, it reaches a prodigious 32 Attack, 22 Special Attack and 28 Speed after a single Shell Smash using the given EV spread EVs given. Rock Blast and Icicle Spear are both the equivalent of 125 Base Power attacks and do enormous damage to anything that doesn’t resist them. Additionally, the combination of the two attacks provides decent type coverage. The choice between Hydro Pump and Ice Shard depends on the rest of your team. If you want Shellder to be able to hit Steel- and Rock-types, run Hydro Pump. However, if your team is able to deal with the aforementioned threats, Ice Shard is the superior option.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>In terms of items, Eviolite adds boosts both of Shellder’s defenses by one stage, giving allowing Shellder more opportunities to set up. After a Shell Smash Break, due to the effects of Eviolite essentially cancelling out the Defense and Special Defense drops, Shellder is still quite bulky. Alternatively, Life Orb can be used if you feel a need for a boost in power, allowing it to net some OHKOs that it ordinarily wouldn’t (maybe list some OHKOs and stuff). Oran Berry is also a viable option because of Shellder’s frailty. Additionally, Lum Berry could be used to allow Shellder to set up on Pokemon who would otherwise cripple it with status.</p>
<p>Razor Shell can be used in place of Hydro Pump to provide a good physical STAB move. However, Hydro Pump is generally a better choice due to the sheer power it has. The EVs provided give Shellder maximum Speed and Attack, which it needs in order to pull off a sweep.</p>
(weird spacing issue here; sure it's not your intention)
<p>In terms of teammates, Pokemon like such as Houndour and Magnemite are great choices, who as they can eliminate the Steel-types like such as Ferroseed who trouble cause Shellder trouble make excellent teammates. Stunky does an excellent job at trapping and KOing Frillish, another Pokemon who also causes Shellder problems. Pokemon like such as Wynaut and Cottonee can use Encore to give Shellder a free turn to set up. Bronzor can set up dual screens, which allows Shellder to set up more easily, while also being able to provide Rain Dance support, which increases the power of Hydro Pump.</p>
[SET]
name: Scarf Shellder Choice Scarf
move 1: Rock Blast
move 2: Icicle Spear
move 3: Ice Shard
move 4: Razor Shell / Explosion / Hydro Pump
item: Choice Scarf
ability: Skill Link
nature: Naive / Jolly
evs: 36 HP / 36 Def / 236 Atk / 196 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>This set attempts to take advantage of Shellder’s powerful multi-hit moves. Shellder can effectively attack and remove powerful, Substitute-abusing threats from a match with its multi-hit attacks. The EVs given allow Shellder to reach 16 Attack and 21 Speed, outspeeding all unboosted Pokémon in the Little Cup metagame. Unfortunately, despite Shellder’s niche, it is usually outclassed by other Pokemon Pokémon (I think we did away with the thing over the e) like such as Mienshao Mienfoo (I am disappoint). Rock Blast hits any Pokémon that doesn’t resist it hard, and whilst (what's your obsession with "whilst"?) Icicle Spear does the same. The two moves have excellent synergy with each (space) other, hitting a large portion of the metagame for at least neutral damage. Razor Shell hits the Pokémon that resist Rock Blast and Icicle Spear which include Aron and Bronzor, and provides Shellder with a decent Water-type STAB attack.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Explosion can be used to let Shellder go out with a bang, doing immense damage to anything that doesn’t resist or is immune to it. Return is also an option, providing good neutral coverage. While it might seem out of place on a Scarf set, Ice Shard allows Shellder to hit faster Scarf users hard and KO threats like such as Rock Polish Gligar which would normally outspeed it. (Is that really necessary b/c Shellder has a base 100 Def so I'm pretty sure that EQ won't come close to an OHKO and Razor Shell/Hydro Pump / Icicle Spear will still OHKO back so maybe change it or something?)</p>
(again with the spacing, bro)
<p>Stunky makes an excellent partner for this set as it can effectively remove Frillish, a Pokemon who counters it quite effectively. Like the Shell Smash set, this set also benefits from having Steel-types like such as Ferroseed that can hinder sweeps removed. This makes Pokemon like such as Magnemite and Houndour superb partners.</p>
[OTHER OPTIONS]
<p>Surf can be used over Hydro Pump if accuracy is an issue. A special set could possibly be used since Shellder has with access to Hydro Pump and Ice Beam, particularly in conjunction with Shell Smash. Shellder could potentially use Payback to hit Ghost-types hard on the switch-in. On that note, Shellder also makes an effective Rapid Spin user, with access to Payback and a neutrality to Stealth Rock.</p>
[CHECKS AND COUNTERS]
<p>Bronzor walls all Shellder that don’t run Hydro Pump or Surf, and can easily set up on it or KO it with Psychic. Priority users, such as Croagunk and Pawniard, can prey on Shellder’s weak defenses (especially after Shell Smash). (Not so sure pawniard's Sucker Punch is an OHKO b/c of that ridiculous 16Def or w/e but I'm pretty sure that Fake Out + VWave from Croagunk is) Pokémon that hit above 28 Speed when holding a Choice Scarf, such as Elekid, can hit Shellder for super effective damage, super effectively but have trouble switching in. Slowpoke is also neutral to all of Shellder’s attacks and can survive a Rock Blast. However, it can’t do much back to Shellder. Frillish walls the Scarf set quite effectively, stopping any sweep it might attempt.</p>
[DREAM WORLD]
<p>Through the Dream World, Shellder gains access to the ability Overcoat. However, this ability is completely outclassed by Skill Link and should never be used as it destroys Shellder's niche.</p>
<p>With access to one of the best boosting moves in the game, and a superb ability to match, Shellder is a top threat in the Little Cup metagame. Shell Smash transforms Shellder into a dangerous sweeper, reducing halving its defenses (I'm pretty sure SS is only a -1 to Def and SpD) whilst while doubling its Attack, Special Attack, (add comma) and Speed. This, in conjunction with what is effectively two 125 Base Power moves that hit through Substitute, Focus Sash, (comma) and Sturdy, makes Shellder a superb addition to any team. Shellder can also run an effective Choice Scarf set, reaching 21 Speed with a Scarf, which allows allowing it to outspeed all unboosted Pokemon Pokémon in the Little Cup metagame.</p>
<p>Despite its offensive prowess, Shellder does have some glaring weaknesses, the first one being its . Namely; its extreme frailty after using Shell Smash. Any faster Scarf user Pokémon or one that uses a neutral priority move is going to be able to will revenge kill Shellder with ease. Thankfully, Shellder also has access to priority in the form of Ice Shard, and can utilize Eviolite to rectify its poor Special Defense after a boost. (it's Def is actually huge even after a shell smash)</p>
[SET]
name: Shell Smash
move 1: Shell Smash
move 2: Rock Blast
move 3: Icicle Spear
move 4: Hydro Pump / Ice Shard
item: Eviolite / Life Orb
ability: Skill Link
nature: Naive / Jolly
evs: 236 Atk / 36 Def / 196 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>Shellder is extremely difficult to wall after a Shell Smash. In fact, it reaches a prodigious 32 Attack, 22 Special Attack and 28 Speed after a single Shell Smash using the given EV spread EVs given. Rock Blast and Icicle Spear are both the equivalent of 125 Base Power attacks and do enormous damage to anything that doesn’t resist them. Additionally, the combination of the two attacks provides decent type coverage. The choice between Hydro Pump and Ice Shard depends on the rest of your team. If you want Shellder to be able to hit Steel- and Rock-types, run Hydro Pump. However, if your team is able to deal with the aforementioned threats, Ice Shard is the superior option.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>In terms of items, Eviolite adds boosts both of Shellder’s defenses by one stage, giving allowing Shellder more opportunities to set up. After a Shell Smash Break, due to the effects of Eviolite essentially cancelling out the Defense and Special Defense drops, Shellder is still quite bulky. Alternatively, Life Orb can be used if you feel a need for a boost in power, allowing it to net some OHKOs that it ordinarily wouldn’t (maybe list some OHKOs and stuff). Oran Berry is also a viable option because of Shellder’s frailty. Additionally, Lum Berry could be used to allow Shellder to set up on Pokemon who would otherwise cripple it with status.</p>
<p>Razor Shell can be used in place of Hydro Pump to provide a good physical STAB move. However, Hydro Pump is generally a better choice due to the sheer power it has. The EVs provided give Shellder maximum Speed and Attack, which it needs in order to pull off a sweep.</p>
(weird spacing issue here; sure it's not your intention)
<p>In terms of teammates, Pokemon like such as Houndour and Magnemite are great choices, who as they can eliminate the Steel-types like such as Ferroseed who trouble cause Shellder trouble make excellent teammates. Stunky does an excellent job at trapping and KOing Frillish, another Pokemon who also causes Shellder problems. Pokemon like such as Wynaut and Cottonee can use Encore to give Shellder a free turn to set up. Bronzor can set up dual screens, which allows Shellder to set up more easily, while also being able to provide Rain Dance support, which increases the power of Hydro Pump.</p>
[SET]
name: Scarf Shellder Choice Scarf
move 1: Rock Blast
move 2: Icicle Spear
move 3: Ice Shard
move 4: Razor Shell / Explosion / Hydro Pump
item: Choice Scarf
ability: Skill Link
nature: Naive / Jolly
evs: 36 HP / 36 Def / 236 Atk / 196 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>This set attempts to take advantage of Shellder’s powerful multi-hit moves. Shellder can effectively attack and remove powerful, Substitute-abusing threats from a match with its multi-hit attacks. The EVs given allow Shellder to reach 16 Attack and 21 Speed, outspeeding all unboosted Pokémon in the Little Cup metagame. Unfortunately, despite Shellder’s niche, it is usually outclassed by other Pokemon Pokémon (I think we did away with the thing over the e) like such as Mienshao Mienfoo (I am disappoint). Rock Blast hits any Pokémon that doesn’t resist it hard, and whilst (what's your obsession with "whilst"?) Icicle Spear does the same. The two moves have excellent synergy with each (space) other, hitting a large portion of the metagame for at least neutral damage. Razor Shell hits the Pokémon that resist Rock Blast and Icicle Spear which include Aron and Bronzor, and provides Shellder with a decent Water-type STAB attack.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Explosion can be used to let Shellder go out with a bang, doing immense damage to anything that doesn’t resist or is immune to it. Return is also an option, providing good neutral coverage. While it might seem out of place on a Scarf set, Ice Shard allows Shellder to hit faster Scarf users hard and KO threats like such as Rock Polish Gligar which would normally outspeed it. (Is that really necessary b/c Shellder has a base 100 Def so I'm pretty sure that EQ won't come close to an OHKO and Razor Shell/Hydro Pump / Icicle Spear will still OHKO back so maybe change it or something?)</p>
(again with the spacing, bro)
<p>Stunky makes an excellent partner for this set as it can effectively remove Frillish, a Pokemon who counters it quite effectively. Like the Shell Smash set, this set also benefits from having Steel-types like such as Ferroseed that can hinder sweeps removed. This makes Pokemon like such as Magnemite and Houndour superb partners.</p>
[OTHER OPTIONS]
<p>Surf can be used over Hydro Pump if accuracy is an issue. A special set could possibly be used since Shellder has with access to Hydro Pump and Ice Beam, particularly in conjunction with Shell Smash. Shellder could potentially use Payback to hit Ghost-types hard on the switch-in. On that note, Shellder also makes an effective Rapid Spin user, with access to Payback and a neutrality to Stealth Rock.</p>
[CHECKS AND COUNTERS]
<p>Bronzor walls all Shellder that don’t run Hydro Pump or Surf, and can easily set up on it or KO it with Psychic. Priority users, such as Croagunk and Pawniard, can prey on Shellder’s weak defenses (especially after Shell Smash). (Not so sure pawniard's Sucker Punch is an OHKO b/c of that ridiculous 16Def or w/e but I'm pretty sure that Fake Out + VWave from Croagunk is) Pokémon that hit above 28 Speed when holding a Choice Scarf, such as Elekid, can hit Shellder for super effective damage, super effectively but have trouble switching in. Slowpoke is also neutral to all of Shellder’s attacks and can survive a Rock Blast. However, it can’t do much back to Shellder. Frillish walls the Scarf set quite effectively, stopping any sweep it might attempt.</p>
[DREAM WORLD]
<p>Through the Dream World, Shellder gains access to the ability Overcoat. However, this ability is completely outclassed by Skill Link and should never be used as it destroys Shellder's niche.</p>
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Pretty awesome. There were some odd spacing issues that probably had to do with copy/pasting from whatever text editor or word processor you used (not to mention curly apostrophes, all of which are noted). Also, all Pokémon were switched to Pokemon. Otherwise, everything looks perfect, so...
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[OVERVIEW]
<p>With access to one of the best boosting moves in the game ,(one space, no comma) and a superb ability to match, Shellder is a top threat in the Little Cup metagame. Shell Smash transforms Shellder into a dangerous sweeper, reducing its defenses while doubling its Attack, Special Attack, and Speed. This, in conjunction with what is effectively two 125 Base Power moves that hit through Substitute, Focus Sash, and Sturdy, makes Shellder a superb addition to any team. Shellder can also run an effective Choice Scarf set, reaching 21 Speed with a Scarf, which allows it to outspeed all unboosted Pokemon in the Little Cup metagame.</p>
<p>Despite its offensive prowess, Shellder does have some glaring weaknesses , the first one being its extreme frailty after using Shell Smash. Any faster Scarf user or one that uses a neutral priority move will revenge kill Shellder with ease. Thankfully, Shellder also has access to priority in the form of Ice Shard, and can utilize Eviolite to rectify its poor Special Defense after a boost.</p>
[SET]
name: Shell Smash
move 1: Shell Smash
move 2: Rock Blast
move 3: Icicle Spear
move 4: Hydro Pump / Ice Shard
item: Eviolite / Life Orb
ability: Skill Link
nature: Naive / Jolly
evs: 236 Atk / 36 Def / 196 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>Shellder is extremely difficult to wall after a Shell Smash. In fact, it reaches a prodigious 32 Attack, 22 Special Attack and 28 Speed after a single Shell Smash using the given EV spread. Rock Blast and Icicle Spear are both the equivalent of 125 Base Power attacks,(comma) and do enormous damage to anything that doesn’'(no curly)t resist them. Additionally, the combination of the two attacks provides decent type coverage. The choice between Hydro Pump and Ice Shard depends on the rest of your team. If you want Shellder to be able to hit Steel- and Rock-types, run Hydro Pump. However, if your team is able to deal with the aforementioned threats, Ice Shard is the superior option.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>In terms of items, Eviolite boosts both of Shellder’'(no curly)s defenses by one stage, giving Shellder more opportunities to set up. After a Shell Smash, due to the effects of Eviolite essentially cancelling canceling out the Defense and Special Defense drops, Shellder is still quite bulky. Alternatively, Life Orb can be used if you feel a need for a boost in power, allowing it to net some OHKOs that it ordinarily wouldn’'(no curly)t. Oran Berry is also a viable option because of due to Shellder’'(no curly)s frailty. Additionally, Lum Berry could be used to allow Shellder to set up on Pokemon who would otherwise cripple it with status.</p>
<p>Razor Shell can be used in place of Hydro Pump to provide a good physical STAB move(no space). However, Hydro Pump is generally a better choice due to the sheer power it has. The EVs provided give Shellder maximum Speed and Attack, which it needs in order to pull off a sweep.</p>
<p>In terms of teammates, Pokemon such as(space)Houndour and Magnemite are great choices, as they(space)can eliminate(space)Steel-types such as Ferroseed,(comma) who otherwise trouble Shellder. Stunky does an excellent job at trapping and KOing Frillish, another Pokemon who also causes Shellder problems. Pokemon such as Wynaut and Cottonee can use Encore to give Shellder a free turn to set up. Bronzor can set up dual screens, which allows Shellder to set up more easily, while also being able to provide Rain Dance support, which increases the power of Hydro Pump.</p>
[SET]
name: Choice Scarf
move 1: Rock Blast
move 2: Icicle Spear
move 3: Ice Shard
move 4: Razor Shell / Explosion / Hydro Pump
item: Choice Scarf
ability: Skill Link
nature: Naive / Jolly
evs: 36 HP / 36 Def / 236 Atk / 196 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>This set attempts to take advantage of Shellder’'(no curly)s powerful multi(no space)-hit moves. Shellder can effectively attack and remove powerful, Substitute-abusing threats from a match with its multi-hit attacks. The EVs given allow Shellder to reach 16 Attack and 21 Speed, outspeeding all unboosted Pokémon Pokemon in the Little Cup metagame. Unfortunately, despite Shellder’'(no curly)s niche, it is usually outclassed by Pokemon such as Mienfoo. Rock Blast hits any Pokémon Pokemon that doesn’'(no curly)t resist it hard, and Icicle Spear does the same. The two moves have excellent synergy with each(space)other, hitting a large portion of the metagame for at least neutral damage. Razor Shell hits the Pokémon Pokemon that resist Rock Blast and Icicle Spear,(comma) which include Aron and Bronzor, and provides Shellder with a decent Water-type STAB attack.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Explosion can be used to let Shellder go out with a bang, doing immense damage to anything that doesn’'(no curly apostrophes)t resist or is immune to it. Return is also an option, providing good neutral coverage. While it might seem out of place on a Choice Scarf set, Ice Shard allows Shellder to hit faster Choice Scarf users hard and KO threats such as Rock Polish Gligar,(comma) which would normally outspeed it.!!!(Get rid of Gligar, probably this whole sentence unless you find someone appropriate to fit in)!!!</p>
<p>Stunky makes an excellent partner for this set,(comma) as it can effectively remove Frillish, a Pokemon who counters it quite effectively. Like the Shell Smash set, this set also benefits from having Steel-types such as Ferroseed that can hinder sweeps removed. This makes Pokemon such as Magnemite and Houndour superb partners.</p>
[OTHER OPTIONS]
<p>Surf can be used over Hydro Pump if accuracy is an issue. A special set could possibly be used since Shellder has access to Hydro Pump and Ice Beam, particularly in conjunction with Shell Smash. Shellder could potentially use Payback to hit Ghost-types hard on the switch-in. On that note, Shellder also makes an effective Rapid Spin user, with access to Payback and a neutrality to Stealth Rock.</p>
[CHECKS AND COUNTERS]
<p>Bronzor walls all Shellder that don’'(no curly apost)t run Hydro Pump or Surf, and can easily set up on it or KO it with Psychic. Priority users, such as Croagunk and Pawniard, can prey on Shellder’s weak defenses (especially after Shell Smash).(space)Pokémon Pokemon that hit above 28 Speed when holding a Choice Scarf, such as Elekid, can hit Shellder for super effective damage, but have trouble switching in. Slowpoke is also neutral to all of Shellder’'(no curly)s attacks and can survive a Rock Blast. However, it can’'(no curly)t do much back to Shellder. Frillish walls the Scarf set quite effectively, stopping any sweep it might attempt.</p>
[DREAM WORLD]
<p>Through the Dream World, Shellder gains access to the ability Overcoat. However, this ability is completely outclassed by Skill Link and should never be used as it destroys Shellder's niche.</p>
<p>With access to one of the best boosting moves in the game ,(one space, no comma) and a superb ability to match, Shellder is a top threat in the Little Cup metagame. Shell Smash transforms Shellder into a dangerous sweeper, reducing its defenses while doubling its Attack, Special Attack, and Speed. This, in conjunction with what is effectively two 125 Base Power moves that hit through Substitute, Focus Sash, and Sturdy, makes Shellder a superb addition to any team. Shellder can also run an effective Choice Scarf set, reaching 21 Speed with a Scarf, which allows it to outspeed all unboosted Pokemon in the Little Cup metagame.</p>
<p>Despite its offensive prowess, Shellder does have some glaring weaknesses , the first one being its extreme frailty after using Shell Smash. Any faster Scarf user or one that uses a neutral priority move will revenge kill Shellder with ease. Thankfully, Shellder also has access to priority in the form of Ice Shard, and can utilize Eviolite to rectify its poor Special Defense after a boost.</p>
[SET]
name: Shell Smash
move 1: Shell Smash
move 2: Rock Blast
move 3: Icicle Spear
move 4: Hydro Pump / Ice Shard
item: Eviolite / Life Orb
ability: Skill Link
nature: Naive / Jolly
evs: 236 Atk / 36 Def / 196 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>Shellder is extremely difficult to wall after a Shell Smash. In fact, it reaches a prodigious 32 Attack, 22 Special Attack and 28 Speed after a single Shell Smash using the given EV spread. Rock Blast and Icicle Spear are both the equivalent of 125 Base Power attacks,(comma) and do enormous damage to anything that doesn’'(no curly)t resist them. Additionally, the combination of the two attacks provides decent type coverage. The choice between Hydro Pump and Ice Shard depends on the rest of your team. If you want Shellder to be able to hit Steel- and Rock-types, run Hydro Pump. However, if your team is able to deal with the aforementioned threats, Ice Shard is the superior option.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>In terms of items, Eviolite boosts both of Shellder’'(no curly)s defenses by one stage, giving Shellder more opportunities to set up. After a Shell Smash, due to the effects of Eviolite essentially cancelling canceling out the Defense and Special Defense drops, Shellder is still quite bulky. Alternatively, Life Orb can be used if you feel a need for a boost in power, allowing it to net some OHKOs that it ordinarily wouldn’'(no curly)t. Oran Berry is also a viable option because of due to Shellder’'(no curly)s frailty. Additionally, Lum Berry could be used to allow Shellder to set up on Pokemon who would otherwise cripple it with status.</p>
<p>Razor Shell can be used in place of Hydro Pump to provide a good physical STAB move(no space). However, Hydro Pump is generally a better choice due to the sheer power it has. The EVs provided give Shellder maximum Speed and Attack, which it needs in order to pull off a sweep.</p>
<p>In terms of teammates, Pokemon such as(space)Houndour and Magnemite are great choices, as they(space)can eliminate(space)Steel-types such as Ferroseed,(comma) who otherwise trouble Shellder. Stunky does an excellent job at trapping and KOing Frillish, another Pokemon who also causes Shellder problems. Pokemon such as Wynaut and Cottonee can use Encore to give Shellder a free turn to set up. Bronzor can set up dual screens, which allows Shellder to set up more easily, while also being able to provide Rain Dance support, which increases the power of Hydro Pump.</p>
[SET]
name: Choice Scarf
move 1: Rock Blast
move 2: Icicle Spear
move 3: Ice Shard
move 4: Razor Shell / Explosion / Hydro Pump
item: Choice Scarf
ability: Skill Link
nature: Naive / Jolly
evs: 36 HP / 36 Def / 236 Atk / 196 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>This set attempts to take advantage of Shellder’'(no curly)s powerful multi(no space)-hit moves. Shellder can effectively attack and remove powerful, Substitute-abusing threats from a match with its multi-hit attacks. The EVs given allow Shellder to reach 16 Attack and 21 Speed, outspeeding all unboosted Pokémon Pokemon in the Little Cup metagame. Unfortunately, despite Shellder’'(no curly)s niche, it is usually outclassed by Pokemon such as Mienfoo. Rock Blast hits any Pokémon Pokemon that doesn’'(no curly)t resist it hard, and Icicle Spear does the same. The two moves have excellent synergy with each(space)other, hitting a large portion of the metagame for at least neutral damage. Razor Shell hits the Pokémon Pokemon that resist Rock Blast and Icicle Spear,(comma) which include Aron and Bronzor, and provides Shellder with a decent Water-type STAB attack.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Explosion can be used to let Shellder go out with a bang, doing immense damage to anything that doesn’'(no curly apostrophes)t resist or is immune to it. Return is also an option, providing good neutral coverage. While it might seem out of place on a Choice Scarf set, Ice Shard allows Shellder to hit faster Choice Scarf users hard and KO threats such as Rock Polish Gligar,(comma) which would normally outspeed it.!!!(Get rid of Gligar, probably this whole sentence unless you find someone appropriate to fit in)!!!</p>
<p>Stunky makes an excellent partner for this set,(comma) as it can effectively remove Frillish, a Pokemon who counters it quite effectively. Like the Shell Smash set, this set also benefits from having Steel-types such as Ferroseed that can hinder sweeps removed. This makes Pokemon such as Magnemite and Houndour superb partners.</p>
[OTHER OPTIONS]
<p>Surf can be used over Hydro Pump if accuracy is an issue. A special set could possibly be used since Shellder has access to Hydro Pump and Ice Beam, particularly in conjunction with Shell Smash. Shellder could potentially use Payback to hit Ghost-types hard on the switch-in. On that note, Shellder also makes an effective Rapid Spin user, with access to Payback and a neutrality to Stealth Rock.</p>
[CHECKS AND COUNTERS]
<p>Bronzor walls all Shellder that don’'(no curly apost)t run Hydro Pump or Surf, and can easily set up on it or KO it with Psychic. Priority users, such as Croagunk and Pawniard, can prey on Shellder’s weak defenses (especially after Shell Smash).(space)Pokémon Pokemon that hit above 28 Speed when holding a Choice Scarf, such as Elekid, can hit Shellder for super effective damage, but have trouble switching in. Slowpoke is also neutral to all of Shellder’'(no curly)s attacks and can survive a Rock Blast. However, it can’'(no curly)t do much back to Shellder. Frillish walls the Scarf set quite effectively, stopping any sweep it might attempt.</p>
[DREAM WORLD]
<p>Through the Dream World, Shellder gains access to the ability Overcoat. However, this ability is completely outclassed by Skill Link and should never be used as it destroys Shellder's niche.</p>
Pretty awesome. There were some odd spacing issues that probably had to do with copy/pasting from whatever text editor or word processor you used (not to mention curly apostrophes, all of which are noted). Also, all Pokémon were switched to Pokemon. Otherwise, everything looks perfect, so...
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