SM UU Simple Questions Thread

[Moutemoute]

Gardevoir has a huge problem because basically Scizor is everywhere and Bullet Punch juste destroy "her" :
• 0 Atk Technician Scizor Bullet Punch vs. 0 HP / 0 Def Gardevoir: 230-272 (83 - 98.1%) -- 62.5% chance to OHKO after Stealth Rock

Primarina is easier spammable than Gardevoir too.
The tier is really fast and Gardevoir even with a Scarf is clearly in pain. That's why she dropped in RU, because UU is just too much for her.

 

[Highways]

Gardevoir still has its niche tho; it's a solid wallbreaker, thanks to its unresisted STABs, and it's not completely outclassed by Primarina as a Choice Specs wallbreaker since it is much faster (outspeeds tier staples such as Volcanion and Bisharp), and has some key resists tanks to its Psychic/Fairy typing (it resists Psyshock from Latias, what's huge). Choice Scarf sets are ok too, but I like Specs more.

 

[HatcherGold]

Are there any good team mates to fit with Umbreon? Does Umbreon still have niche in the SM UU metagame?

 

[Moutemoute]

I think there is cleary better Cleric option than Umbreon (like Sylveon) because he's a set up folder for a lot of things (Cobalion, Bisharp or even Scizor) + forced to switch because there is too much dangerous fairies.

If you still want to use it, I think a good poison type like tentacruel could be usefull to check Umbreon's threats.

But his niche he's cleary meh.

 

[Cheryl.]

How is Tsareena in here? I've heard varying opinions about her, one side saying she's total shit and another side saying she's decent.

 

[Ark]

How is Tsareena in here? I've heard varying opinions about her, one side saying she's total shit and another side saying she's decent.

Tsareena makes for a decent BD Azumarill check and an actually decent spinner. Granted, you'll need to run a bit of speed for that which does cut into her bulk, but she's actually performing rather decently. Not the greatest mon, but definitely usable.

 

[Kink]

Unnecessarily expanding on GCs post, but Tsareena is operating at a decent ~B level in the tier right now. It definitely has its niche, and I'm sure more messing around will develop a set or two that will (maybe) see use.

 

[viol and bass]

The timetable for lower tier development doesn't make any mention of when analyses will begin being written for each tier. When will UU start writing analyses?

 

[fanyfan]

Is sash roserade a good set? I almost lost to one on the ladder b/c it caught me by surprise

 

[esche]

It can work on offensive teams to basically guarantee to get off a Sleep Powder (guaranteed means 75% of the time in this case) and/or lay down a Spike or two. If you manage to succeed in the task to keep hazards off the field, neutralize weather and prevent any other prior damage you might be able to use it as a check for threats like Mega Sharpedo which otherwise kills you from full with Psychic Fangs. Seems like an OK lead option at best to me, since it is rather difficult to ensure all of the above-mentioned conditions during the course of a match...

Edit: Maybe HP Fire to catch Scizor off guard? Though that does limit its use as a Spiker/Sleep inducer, which is what I would use Sash Roserade as... if anything.

 

[MagicShedinja]

I haven't played much UU, may i ask why Dhelmise has his own Rank? is it very bad/outclassed or what?

 

[Highways]

I haven't played much UU, may i ask why Dhelmise has his own Rank? is it very bad/outclassed or what?

< Our TL's opinion about Dhelmise
Jokes aside, Dhelmise is basically the worst Pokémon in UU due to its sub par Speed stat, really bad defensive typing and bad bulk too. Also, having "three STABs" is not good at all. It's ouclassed by other spinners and defoggers too, mainly Tsareena, Empoleon, Tentacruel and Starmie.

 

[Joe Career]

I STILL don't understand exactly what Decidueye does. What makes it a B tier threat?

 

[sam-testings]

I STILL don't understand exactly what Decidueye does. What makes it a B tier threat?

It is an SD sweeper that has a cool nuke in Z move Spirit Shackle which is very nice sometimes. Spirit Shackle can also trap opponents, which is also very helpful as trapping is quite nice. There are very few good Ghost-type resists these days, making Decidueye not that bad.

 

[bluecooljay14]

What is the most common set for Alolan Ninetales in UU?

 

[Accel]

What is the most common set for Alolan Ninetales in UU?

The majority of Alolan Ninetales I've seen are either running an offensive support set with Aurora Veil or a specs set. The former is a great option to help guarantee setup opportunities on offensive teams or even hail teams, while the latter is a fairly underrated wallbreaker than can crush unprepared teams with its decent coverage. I'll leave both of these sets here for you to play around with n_n

Offensive Support Set

Ninetales-Alola @ Light Clay / Icy Rock
Ability: Snow Warning
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Blizzard / Freeze-Dry
- Moonblast
- Hidden Power [Fire]
- Aurora Veil

Choice Specs Alo9

Ninetales-Alola @ Choice Specs
Ability: Snow Warning
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Blizzard
- Moonblast
- Hidden Power [Fire]
- Freeze-Dry

 

[bluecooljay14]

The majority of Alolan Ninetales I've seen are either running an offensive support set with Aurora Veil or a specs set. The former is a great option to help guarantee setup opportunities on offensive teams or even hail teams, while the latter is a fairly underrated wallbreaker than can crush unprepared teams with its decent coverage. I'll leave both of these sets here for you to play around with n_n

Offensive Support Set

Ninetales-Alola @ Light Clay / Icy Rock
Ability: Snow Warning
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Blizzard / Freeze-Dry
- Moonblast
- Hidden Power [Fire]
- Aurora Veil

Choice Specs Alo9

Ninetales-Alola @ Choice Specs
Ability: Snow Warning
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Blizzard
- Moonblast
- Hidden Power [Fire]
- Freeze-Dry

That specs set is interesting! Thanks!

 

[HatcherGold]

When are new bans coming into effect?

 

[Moutemoute]

Just need to wait. The Immortal will update soon Showdown (maybe a few hours/days)

 

[Saria]

The timetable for lower tier development doesn't make any mention of when analyses will begin being written for each tier. When will UU start writing analyses?

This weekend, most likely.

 

[Rawbi]

Has there been any talk about bringing back the UU Research thread? That was always fun.

 

[Highways]

Has there been any talk about bringing back the UU Research thread? That was always fun.

GrilledClawitzer literally created it right now haha
http://www.smogon.com/forums/threads/research-week-sm-edition-week-1.3595400/

 

[sims796]

Is the only thing Decidueye capable of doing this tier SD sweeping? I've read the other comments, of course. I only ask as to learn why that makes it B+ (which is a decent ranking in my books) compared to other SD sweepers. Is it solely because of Spirit Shackle shenanigans?

 

[Ununhexium]

Is the only thing Decidueye capable of doing this tier SD sweeping? I've read the other comments, of course. I only ask as to learn why that makes it B+ (which is a decent ranking in my books) compared to other SD sweepers. Is it solely because of Spirit Shackle shenanigans?

Decidueye has a very powerful signature Z move that is also Ghost-type which is tough to switch in on in UU because of the lack of good resists. I think it can also Defogger but it's pretty mediocre because it lets Bisharp in for free

 

[Hogg]

Its SD set is its only decent set I've seen thus far, but the power of its custom Z move and the trapping aspect of Spirit Shackle makes it particularly proficient at breaking down fat teams. That gives it a pretty nice niche, even if it's not very versatile.