LC Snivy

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Overview
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Snivy has a decent typing and Speed stat for a dual screens lead. Being in the 17 Speed tier means it can use Taunt to shut down opposing leads such as Dwebble and Tirtouga, while also being able to set up dual screens fast. Snivy is also one of only three LC Pokemon with access to Glare, which cripples all Pokemon that aren't Electric-type. Snivy has additional utility in Knock Off and can hit hard with Leaf Storm. However, Snivy's relatively low defenses are unappealing, especially if it holds Light Clay, as it will have to forgo using Eviolite. Its typing can also prove problematic, as common attacks such as U-turn and Acrobatics hit it for super effective damage. Its offenses are low and its attacking movepool is limited, meaning it will struggle to use an offensive set, at least until its Hidden Ability Contrary is released.

Dual Screens
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name: Dual Screens
move 1: Reflect
move 2: Light Screen
move 3: Taunt / Glare
move 4: Leaf Storm / Knock Off
ability: Overgrow
item: Light Clay / Eviolite
evs: 76 HP / 156 Def / 252 Spe
nature: Timid / Jolly

Moves
========

Reflect halves the damage done by physical moves for five turns (eight if using Light Clay), while Light Screen is a special version which neuters opposing special attackers; both make switching in and setting up easier for frail sweepers. Taunt makes Snivy a useful lead by allowing it to shut down opposing entry hazards leads such as Onix and Dwebble. It also prevents the opponent from using Defog, which removes the screens. Glare paralyzes opponents that are immune to Thunder Wave or Stun Spore, such as Drilbur and Foongus respectively, and can cripple a fast opponent on the switch. Leaf Storm is a powerful Grass-type STAB move which can OHKO common leads such as Drilbur and Solid Rock Tirtouga, while Knock Off removes opponents' items, softening up walls that carry Eviolite and removing Berry Juice users' method of healing.

Set Details
========

Snivy needs to run 252 Speed EVs and either a Timid or Jolly nature, depending on whether it is running Leaf Storm or Knock Off, in order to reach 17 Speed, which lets it outspeed Dwebble and Speed tie with max Speed Archen, Drilbur, and Onix. 76 HP and 156 Defense EVs give Snivy respectable 22/21/18 defenses after factoring in the Eviolite boost, which is enough to take one Acrobatics from Fletchling. If Light Clay is used instead, the duration of Snivy's dual screens will increase to eight turns, albeit at the cost of some bulk.

Usage Tips
========

Snivy's movepool gives it exactly what it needs to take on many common entry hazards leads. It can set up screens early while using its fast Taunt to prevent Dwebble, Tirtouga, Onix, Drilbur, and Ferroseed from setting up entry hazards. If the opponent's lead is an attacker such as Mienfoo, Snivy can opt to use the appropriate screen and take the hit quite comfortably. After setting up screens, Snivy can give a frail teammate a cushioned switch-in, start punching holes in opponents with Leaf Storm, or soften up walls with Knock Off.

Team Options
========

Any Pokemon that doesn't like taking big hits can benefit from Snivy's dual screens. Sweepers such as Bunnelby, Zigzagoon, Scraggy, Fletchling, and Corphish are just some Pokemon that appreciate taking less damage whilst setting up. Wallbreakers such as Timburr, Mienfoo, Cubone, and Cranidos also enjoy taking less damage from attacks, allowing them to put pressure on an opposing Pokemon while taking the pressure off themselves. Pawniard discourages opponents from using Defog, which will remove Snivy's screens, and appreciates the protection from the screens.

Other Options
########

If the accuracy or Special Attack drop of Leaf Storm is a turn-off, but you still want a Grass-type move, Energy Ball is a decent alternative, while using Giga Drain increases Snivy's longevity. Both Giga Drain and Energy Ball miss the KO on Solid Rock Tirtouga, however. Snivy can run a Coil set with Aqua Jet, Leaf Blade, and Knock Off. However, Snivy's lack of bulk and recovery means it will have difficulties setting up. Magic Coat reflects the opponent's non-attacking moves, including Thunder Wave and entry hazards, back at them. However, it's hard to justify giving it a slot over Taunt or Glare.

Checks & Counters
########

**Fletchling**: Fletchling OHKOes all variants of Snivy after Stealth Rock with Acrobatics, 2HKOing them if Reflect is up, and takes minimal damage from all of Snivy's attacks.

**Vullaby**: Vullaby can remove Snivy's screens with Defog and then OHKO Light Clay variants with Brave Bird. It can be crippled by Glare, however, and doesn't appreciate losing its item to Knock Off.

**Fire-types**: Ponyta and Larvesta are mostly unfazed by Snivy. Although they dislike losing their items to Knock Off or being paralyzed by Glare, they are capable of 2HKOing Snivy with Flare Blitz if Reflect is up, even with Eviolite.

**Cottonee**: Snivy can't do much to Cottonee, while Cottonee can Knock Off Snivy's item and wear it down with Dazzling Gleam, as well as Encore it into using Reflect or Light Screen once Taunt wears off.

**Fast Taunters**: Pokemon such as Cottonee, Aipom, and Purrloin can all cripple Snivy with Taunt, rendering it unable to set up screens or use Glare.

**Poison-types**: Although it cannot put Snivy to sleep, Foongus walls Snivy and can use Sludge Bomb to beat it, as it does not care about Taunt, and is not inconvenienced by Glare considering its already low Speed. Trubbish can take a Leaf Storm, avoids losing its item to Knock Off thanks to Sticky Hold, and can nail Snivy with a super effective Gunk Shot. Trubbish can also set up Spikes freely on Snivy not using Taunt or Magic Coat. Koffing's high defenses let it wall Snivy effectively.

**Pawniard**: Although Pawniard hates paralysis, it takes little damage from Snivy's other moves. Pawniard also often runs Brick Break, a move that shatters screens.

**Magnemite**: Magnemite is immune to being paralyzed by Glare and can easily take a Leaf Storm, although it will lose its item to Knock Off.
 
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On top of that, though it may cripple Ground- and Grass-types, you should probably make it clear that it actually cripples everything but Electric-types.
 

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I'm tempted to try to put more emphasis on Glare because it's such an incredible move, but I suppose the current set makes the best of what Snivy can do.

Other Options:
Both Energy Ball and Giga Drain miss the OHKO on Solid Rock Tirtouga; I know it's implied, but it would be preferable if you made it clear.
Elaborate on why the Coil set is mostly ineffective (still very weak, easy to wear down).

Checks and Counters:
I don't see Cottonee running Knock Off much, although it's certainly still a valid move; you could probably say Cottonee can wear Snivy down with Dazzling Gleam or Knock Off instead.
Mention Magnemite somewhere low on the list; it's impacted by Knock Off, but is immune to Glare and resists Leaf Storm.
Group Foongus into Poison-types and mention Koffing and Trubbish as well.

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mention that cottonee can also hit snivy with a taunt of its own, one of the few faster taunters. on that note mention faster taunters in c&c, i think it's just aipom and purrloin that wuold use it though.

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this looks good, but is magic coat really worth a slash? taunt and glare just seem way more useful to me. a moves mention is good enough imo, though if there's something i'm missing please tell me. anyways, QC 3/3
 

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Overview
########
(line breaks after headers can improve readability but are not necessary)
Snivy has a decent typing and Speed stat for a dual-screening dual screens lead. Being in the 17 Speed tier means it can use Taunt to shut down opposing leads such as Dwebble and Tirtouga, while also being able to set up dual screens fast. Snivy is also one of only three LC Pokemon with access to Glare, which cripples all Pokemon that aren't Electric-type. Snivy has additional utility in Knock Off and can also hit hard with Leaf Storm. However, Snivy's relatively low defenses are unappealing, especially if it holds Light Clay, as it will have to forgo using Eviolite. Its typing can also prove problematic, as common attacks such as U-turn and Acrobatics will hit it for super effective damage. Its offenses are low and its attacking movepool are also is limited, meaning it will struggle to use an offensive set, (comma) -- (remove dashes) at least until its Hidden Ability Contrary is released.

Dual Screenser
########
name: Dual Screenser
move 1: Reflect
move 2: Light Screen
move 3: Taunt / Glare
move 4: Leaf Storm / Knock Off
ability: Overgrow
item: Light Clay / Eviolite
evs: 76 HP / 156 Def / 252 Spe
nature: Timid / Jolly

Moves
========

Reflect halves the damage done by physical moves for five turns, (semicolon -> comma) eight if using Light Clay, while Light Screen is a special version which neuters opposing special attackers. This makes switching in and setting up easier for frail sweepers. (period), while Light Screen is a special version of the above that will neuter opposing Special Attackers. Taunt makes Snivy a useful lead. It shuts by allowing it to shut down opposing entry hazards leads such as Onix and Dwebble. It also prevents the opponent from using Defog, which will removes dual screens. Glare paralyzes even opponents that are immune to who ignore Thunder Wave or Stun Spore, (comma) such as Drilbur and Foongus respectively, and can cripple a fast opponent on the switch. Leaf Storm is a powerful Grass-type STAB move which can OHKO common leads such as Drilbur and Solid Rock Tirtouga and Drilbur. Knock Off removes opponents' items the items from opponents, softening up walls with that carry Eviolite and removing Berry Juice users' (apostrophe) methods of healing.

Set Details
========

Depending on whether running Leaf Storm or Knock Off, Snivy needs to run 252 Speed EVs and either a Timid or Jolly nature, depending on whether it is running Leaf Storm of Knock Off, in order to reach 17 Speed, (keep if the actual Speed tier is really importnat) to ensure it outspeeds Dwebble, whilst tying and speed ties with Archen, Drilbur and Onix. 76 HP and 156 Defense EVs give Snivy respectable 22/21/18 defenses when running after factoring in the Eviolite boost, (comma, remove dashes) -- enough to take one Acrobatics from Fletchling. If Light Clay is used instead, the duration of the Snivy's dual screens will increase to eight turns, albeit at the cost of some bulk.

Usage Tips
========

Snivy's movepool gives it exactly what it needs to take on many of the common entry hazards setting leads. It can set up screens early while using its fast Taunt to cripple Dwebble, Tirtouga, Onix, Drilbur and Ferroseed. If the opponent's lead is an attacker, (remove comma) such as Mienfoo, Snivy can opt to use the appropriate screen and take the hit quite comfortably. After setting up the screens, Snivy can either give a frail teammate a cushioned switch-in (dash), (comma) or start punching holes in opponents with Leaf Storm, or softening up walls with Knock Off.

Team Options
========

Any teammate who Pokemon that doesn't like taking big hits can benefit from Snivy's dual screens. Sweepers such as Bunnelby, Zigzagoon, Scraggy, Fletchling, and Corphish are just some of many Pokemon who appreciate taking less damage whilst setting up. Wallbreakers like such as Timburr, Mienfoo, Cubone, (comma) and Cranidos also enjoy taking less damage from attacks, allowing them to put pressure on an opponent (if this means "the person the Snivy user is battling", change to "the opponent"; if it means "the Pokemon the wallbreaker is facing" change to "an opposing Pokemon") while taking the pressure off themselves. Pawniard discourages opponents from using Defog, which will remove Snivy's screens, while it too and appreciates protection by screens' protection.

Other Options
########

If the accuracy or Special Attack drop of Leaf Storm is a turnoff, but you still want a Grass-type move, Energy Ball is a decent alternative, and although Giga Drain increases Snivy's longevity. Both Giga Drain and Energy Ball miss the KO on Solid Rock Tirtouga, however. Snivy can run a Coil set with Aqua Jet, Leaf Blade and Knock Off. However, Snivy's isn't bulky, and a lack of bulk and recovery means it will face difficulty setting up. Magic Coat reflects the opponent's non-attacking moves, including Thunder Wave, and entry hazards, back at them. However, it's hard to justify giving it a slot over Taunt or Glare.

Checks & Counters
########

**Fletchling**: Fletchling OHKOes all variants of Snivy after Stealth Rock with Acrobatics, 2HKOing them if Reflect is up and 2HKOes if Reflect is up, (comma) while taking and it takes minimal damage from all of Snivy's attacks in return.

**Vullaby**: Vullaby can remove Snivy's screens with Defog and then OHKO Light Clay variants with Brave Bird. It can be crippled by Glare, however, and it doesn't appreciate losing its item to Knock Off.

**Fire-types**: Ponyta and Larvesta are mostly unfazed by Snivy. Although they dislike losing their items to Knock Off or being paralyzed by Glare, their Flare Blitz will do huge damage, they are capable of 2HKOing Snivy with Flare Blitz, even with Reflect up and Eviolite and Reflect active.

**Cottonee**: Even if Cottonee is Taunted, Snivy can't do much to Cottonee, while it in terms of damage. Cottonee can Knock Off Snivy's item and wear it down with Dazzling Gleam, (comma) as well as Encore it into using Reflect or Light Screen once Taunt wears off.

**Fast Taunters**: Pokemon such as the aforementioned Cottonee, Aipom, and Purrloin can all cripple Snivy with Taunt, rendering it unable to set up screens or use Glare.

**Poison-types**: Although it cannot put Snivy to sleep, Foongus walls Snivy's Leaf Storm, and can simply use Sludge Bomb to beat it, as it does not careing about Taunt, and is not being very inconvenienced by Glare considering its already low Speed. Trubbish can take a Leaf Storm, (comma) and avoids losing its item from Knock Off thanks to Sticky Hold, (comma) and can nail Snivy with a super effective Gunk Shot. Trubbish can also set up Spikes freely on Snivy not using Taunt or Magic Coat. Koffing's high defenses also let it wall Snivy effectively.

**Pawniard**: Although Pawniard hates paralysis, it takes little damage from Snivy's other moves. It's also worthwhile noting that Pawniard also often runs Brick Break, a move that will shatters screens.

**Magnemite**: Magnemite is immune to being paralyzed by Glare, (remove comma) and can easily take a Leaf Storm, although it will lose its item to Knock Off.
 

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Overview
########
(line breaks after headers can improve readability but are not necessary)
Snivy has a decent typing and Speed stat for a dual-screening dual screens lead. Being in the 17 Speed tier means it can use Taunt to shut down opposing leads such as Dwebble and Tirtouga, while also being able to set up dual screens fast. Snivy is also one of only three LC Pokemon with access to Glare, which cripples all Pokemon that aren't Electric-type. Snivy has additional utility in Knock Off and can also hit hard with Leaf Storm. However, Snivy's relatively low defenses are unappealing, especially if it holds Light Clay, as it will have to forgo using Eviolite. Its typing can also prove problematic, as common attacks such as U-turn and Acrobatics will hit it for super effective damage. Its offenses are low and its attacking movepool are also is limited, meaning it will struggle to use an offensive set, (comma) -- (remove dashes) at least until its Hidden Ability Contrary is released.

Dual Screenser
########
name: Dual Screenser
move 1: Reflect
move 2: Light Screen
move 3: Taunt / Glare
move 4: Leaf Storm / Knock Off
ability: Overgrow
item: Light Clay / Eviolite
evs: 76 HP / 156 Def / 252 Spe
nature: Timid / Jolly

Moves
========

Reflect halves the damage done by physical moves for five turns, (semicolon -> comma) eight if using Light Clay, while Light Screen is a special version which neuters opposing special attackers. This makes switching in and setting up easier for frail sweepers. (period), while Light Screen is a special version of the above that will neuter opposing Special Attackers. Taunt makes Snivy a useful lead. It shuts by allowing it to shut down opposing entry hazards leads such as Onix and Dwebble. It also prevents the opponent from using Defog, which will removes dual screens. Glare paralyzes even opponents that are immune to who ignore Thunder Wave or Stun Spore, (comma) such as Drilbur and Foongus respectively, and can cripple a fast opponent on the switch. Leaf Storm is a powerful Grass-type STAB move which can OHKO common leads such as Drilbur and Solid Rock Tirtouga and Drilbur. Knock Off removes opponents' items the items from opponents, softening up walls with that carry Eviolite and removing Berry Juice users' (apostrophe) methods of healing.

Set Details
========

Depending on whether running Leaf Storm or Knock Off, Snivy needs to run 252 Speed EVs and either a Timid or Jolly nature, depending on whether it is running Leaf Storm of Knock Off, in order to reach 17 Speed, (keep if the actual Speed tier is really importnat) to ensure it outspeeds Dwebble, whilst tying and speed ties with Archen, Drilbur and Onix. 76 HP and 156 Defense EVs give Snivy respectable 22/21/18 defenses when running after factoring in the Eviolite boost, (comma, remove dashes) -- enough to take one Acrobatics from Fletchling. If Light Clay is used instead, the duration of the Snivy's dual screens will increase to eight turns, albeit at the cost of some bulk.

Usage Tips
========

Snivy's movepool gives it exactly what it needs to take on many of the common entry hazards setting leads. It can set up screens early while using its fast Taunt to cripple Dwebble, Tirtouga, Onix, Drilbur and Ferroseed. If the opponent's lead is an attacker, (remove comma) such as Mienfoo, Snivy can opt to use the appropriate screen and take the hit quite comfortably. After setting up the screens, Snivy can either give a frail teammate a cushioned switch-in (dash), (comma) or start punching holes in opponents with Leaf Storm, or softening up walls with Knock Off.

Team Options
========

Any teammate who Pokemon that doesn't like taking big hits can benefit from Snivy's dual screens. Sweepers such as Bunnelby, Zigzagoon, Scraggy, Fletchling, and Corphish are just some of many Pokemon who appreciate taking less damage whilst setting up. Wallbreakers like such as Timburr, Mienfoo, Cubone, (comma) and Cranidos also enjoy taking less damage from attacks, allowing them to put pressure on an opponent (if this means "the person the Snivy user is battling", change to "the opponent"; if it means "the Pokemon the wallbreaker is facing" change to "an opposing Pokemon") while taking the pressure off themselves. Pawniard discourages opponents from using Defog, which will remove Snivy's screens, while it too and appreciates protection by screens' protection.

Other Options
########

If the accuracy or Special Attack drop of Leaf Storm is a turnoff, but you still want a Grass-type move, Energy Ball is a decent alternative, and although Giga Drain increases Snivy's longevity. Both Giga Drain and Energy Ball miss the KO on Solid Rock Tirtouga, however. Snivy can run a Coil set with Aqua Jet, Leaf Blade and Knock Off. However, Snivy's isn't bulky, and a lack of bulk and recovery means it will face difficulty setting up. Magic Coat reflects the opponent's non-attacking moves, including Thunder Wave, and entry hazards, back at them. However, it's hard to justify giving it a slot over Taunt or Glare.

Checks & Counters
########

**Fletchling**: Fletchling OHKOes all variants of Snivy after Stealth Rock with Acrobatics, 2HKOing them if Reflect is up and 2HKOes if Reflect is up, (comma) while taking and it takes minimal damage from all of Snivy's attacks in return.

**Vullaby**: Vullaby can remove Snivy's screens with Defog and then OHKO Light Clay variants with Brave Bird. It can be crippled by Glare, however, and it doesn't appreciate losing its item to Knock Off.

**Fire-types**: Ponyta and Larvesta are mostly unfazed by Snivy. Although they dislike losing their items to Knock Off or being paralyzed by Glare, their Flare Blitz will do huge damage, they are capable of 2HKOing Snivy with Flare Blitz, even with Reflect up and Eviolite and Reflect active.

**Cottonee**: Even if Cottonee is Taunted, Snivy can't do much to Cottonee, while it in terms of damage. Cottonee can Knock Off Snivy's item and wear it down with Dazzling Gleam, (comma) as well as Encore it into using Reflect or Light Screen once Taunt wears off.

**Fast Taunters**: Pokemon such as the aforementioned Cottonee, Aipom, and Purrloin can all cripple Snivy with Taunt, rendering it unable to set up screens or use Glare.

**Poison-types**: Although it cannot put Snivy to sleep, Foongus walls Snivy's Leaf Storm, and can simply use Sludge Bomb to beat it, as it does not careing about Taunt, and is not being very inconvenienced by Glare considering its already low Speed. Trubbish can take a Leaf Storm, (comma) and avoids losing its item from Knock Off thanks to Sticky Hold, (comma) and can nail Snivy with a super effective Gunk Shot. Trubbish can also set up Spikes freely on Snivy not using Taunt or Magic Coat. Koffing's high defenses also let it wall Snivy effectively.

**Pawniard**: Although Pawniard hates paralysis, it takes little damage from Snivy's other moves. It's also worthwhile noting that Pawniard also often runs Brick Break, a move that will shatters screens.

**Magnemite**: Magnemite is immune to being paralyzed by Glare, (remove comma) and can easily take a Leaf Storm, although it will lose its item to Knock Off.
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Overview
########
(line breaks after headers can improve readability but are not necessary)
Snivy has a decent typing and Speed stat for a dual-screening dual screens lead. Being in the 17 Speed tier means it can use Taunt to shut down opposing leads such as Dwebble and Tirtouga, while also being able to set up dual screens fast. Snivy is also one of only three LC Pokemon with access to Glare, which cripples all Pokemon that aren't Electric-type. Snivy has additional utility in Knock Off and can also hit hard with Leaf Storm. However, Snivy's relatively low defenses are unappealing, especially if it holds Light Clay, as it will have to forgo using Eviolite. Its typing can also prove problematic, as common attacks such as U-turn and Acrobatics will hit it for super effective damage. Its offenses are low and its attacking movepool are also is limited, meaning it will struggle to use an offensive set, (comma) -- (remove dashes) at least until its Hidden Ability Contrary is released.

Dual Screenser
########
name: Dual Screenser
move 1: Reflect
move 2: Light Screen
move 3: Taunt / Glare
move 4: Leaf Storm / Knock Off
ability: Overgrow
item: Light Clay / Eviolite
evs: 76 HP / 156 Def / 252 Spe
nature: Timid / Jolly

Moves
========

Reflect halves the damage done by physical moves for five turns, (semicolon -> comma) eight if using Light Clay, while Light Screen is a special version which neuters opposing special attackers. This makes switching in and setting up easier for frail sweepers. (period), while Light Screen is a special version of the above that will neuter opposing Special Attackers. Taunt makes Snivy a useful lead. It shuts by allowing it to shut down opposing entry hazards leads such as Onix and Dwebble. It also prevents the opponent from using Defog, which will removes dual screens. Glare paralyzes even opponents that are immune to who ignore Thunder Wave or Stun Spore, (comma) such as Drilbur and Foongus respectively, and can cripple a fast opponent on the switch. Leaf Storm is a powerful Grass-type STAB move which can OHKO common leads such as Drilbur and Solid Rock Tirtouga and Drilbur. Knock Off removes opponents' items the items from opponents, softening up walls with that carry Eviolite and removing Berry Juice users' (apostrophe) methods of healing.

Set Details
========

Depending on whether running Leaf Storm or Knock Off, Snivy needs to run 252 Speed EVs and either a Timid or Jolly nature, depending on whether it is running Leaf Storm of Knock Off, in order to reach 17 Speed, (keep if the actual Speed tier is really importnat) to ensure it outspeeds Dwebble, whilst tying and speed ties with Archen, Drilbur and Onix. 76 HP and 156 Defense EVs give Snivy respectable 22/21/18 defenses when running after factoring in the Eviolite boost, (comma, remove dashes) -- enough to take one Acrobatics from Fletchling. If Light Clay is used instead, the duration of the Snivy's dual screens will increase to eight turns, albeit at the cost of some bulk.

Usage Tips
========

Snivy's movepool gives it exactly what it needs to take on many of the common entry hazards setting leads. It can set up screens early while using its fast Taunt to cripple Dwebble, Tirtouga, Onix, Drilbur and Ferroseed. If the opponent's lead is an attacker, (remove comma) such as Mienfoo, Snivy can opt to use the appropriate screen and take the hit quite comfortably. After setting up the screens, Snivy can either give a frail teammate a cushioned switch-in (dash), (comma) or start punching holes in opponents with Leaf Storm, or softening up walls with Knock Off.

Team Options
========

Any teammate who Pokemon that doesn't like taking big hits can benefit from Snivy's dual screens. Sweepers such as Bunnelby, Zigzagoon, Scraggy, Fletchling, and Corphish are just some of many Pokemon who appreciate taking less damage whilst setting up. Wallbreakers like such as Timburr, Mienfoo, Cubone, (comma) and Cranidos also enjoy taking less damage from attacks, allowing them to put pressure on an opponent (if this means "the person the Snivy user is battling", change to "the opponent"; if it means "the Pokemon the wallbreaker is facing" change to "an opposing Pokemon") while taking the pressure off themselves. Pawniard discourages opponents from using Defog, which will remove Snivy's screens, while it too and appreciates protection by screens' protection.

Other Options
########

If the accuracy or Special Attack drop of Leaf Storm is a turnoff, but you still want a Grass-type move, Energy Ball is a decent alternative, and although Giga Drain increases Snivy's longevity. Both Giga Drain and Energy Ball miss the KO on Solid Rock Tirtouga, however. Snivy can run a Coil set with Aqua Jet, Leaf Blade and Knock Off. However, Snivy's isn't bulky, and a lack of bulk and recovery means it will face difficulty setting up. Magic Coat reflects the opponent's non-attacking moves, including Thunder Wave, and entry hazards, back at them. However, it's hard to justify giving it a slot over Taunt or Glare.

Checks & Counters
########

**Fletchling**: Fletchling OHKOes all variants of Snivy after Stealth Rock with Acrobatics, 2HKOing them if Reflect is up and 2HKOes if Reflect is up, (comma) while taking and it takes minimal damage from all of Snivy's attacks in return.

**Vullaby**: Vullaby can remove Snivy's screens with Defog and then OHKO Light Clay variants with Brave Bird. It can be crippled by Glare, however, and it doesn't appreciate losing its item to Knock Off.

**Fire-types**: Ponyta and Larvesta are mostly unfazed by Snivy. Although they dislike losing their items to Knock Off or being paralyzed by Glare, their Flare Blitz will do huge damage, they are capable of 2HKOing Snivy with Flare Blitz, even with Reflect up and Eviolite and Reflect active.

**Cottonee**: Even if Cottonee is Taunted, Snivy can't do much to Cottonee, while it in terms of damage. Cottonee can Knock Off Snivy's item and wear it down with Dazzling Gleam, (comma) as well as Encore it into using Reflect or Light Screen once Taunt wears off.

**Fast Taunters**: Pokemon such as the aforementioned Cottonee, Aipom, and Purrloin can all cripple Snivy with Taunt, rendering it unable to set up screens or use Glare.

**Poison-types**: Although it cannot put Snivy to sleep, Foongus walls Snivy's Leaf Storm, and can simply use Sludge Bomb to beat it, as it does not careing about Taunt, and is not being very inconvenienced by Glare considering its already low Speed. Trubbish can take a Leaf Storm, (comma) and avoids losing its item from Knock Off thanks to Sticky Hold, (comma) and can nail Snivy with a super effective Gunk Shot. Trubbish can also set up Spikes freely on Snivy not using Taunt or Magic Coat. Koffing's high defenses also let it wall Snivy effectively.

**Pawniard**: Although Pawniard hates paralysis, it takes little damage from Snivy's other moves. It's also worthwhile noting that Pawniard also often runs Brick Break, a move that will shatters screens.

**Magnemite**: Magnemite is immune to being paralyzed by Glare, (remove comma) and can easily take a Leaf Storm, although it will lose its item to Knock Off.
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I dont like the last sentence of the overview-an offensive set is clearly off the table since only a coil set is even oo. Why not mention its offenses suck which sucks for DS set, and leave contrary for now-ofc it will change things but that is hardly relevant here and now.

Repetitive also, taunt doesn't cripple and stop from what, not all archen and drilbur run max speed afaik.



Overview
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Snivy has a decent typing and Speed stat for a dual screens lead. Being in the 17 Speed tier means it can use Taunt to shut down opposing leads such as Dwebble and Tirtouga, while also being able to set up dual screens fast. Snivy is also one of only three LC Pokemon with access to Glare, which cripples all Pokemon that aren't Electric-type. Snivy has additional utility in Knock Off and can also hit hard with Leaf Storm. However, Snivy's relatively low defenses are unappealing, especially if it holds Light Clay, as it will have to forgo using Eviolite. Its typing can also prove problematic, as common attacks such as U-turn and Acrobatics hit it for super effective damage. Its offenses are low and its attacking movepool is limited, meaning it will struggle to use an offensive set, at least until its Hidden Ability Contrary is released.

Dual Screens
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name: Dual Screens
move 1: Reflect
move 2: Light Screen
move 3: Taunt / Glare
move 4: Leaf Storm / Knock Off
ability: Overgrow
item: Light Clay / Eviolite
evs: 76 HP / 156 Def / 252 Spe
nature: Timid / Jolly

Moves
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Reflect halves the damage done by physical moves for five turns, eight if using Light Clay, while Light Screen is a special version which neutereds opposing special attackers. This; both makes switching in and setting up easier for frail sweepers. Taunt makes Snivy a useful lead by allowing it to shut down opposing entry hazards leads, such as Onix and Dwebble. It also prevents the opponent from using Defog, which removes dual screens. Glare paralyzes even opponents that are immune to Thunder Wave or Stun Spore, such as Drilbur and Foongus, respectively, and can cripple a fast opponent on the switch-in. Leaf Storm is a powerful Grass-type STAB move which can OHKO common leads such as Drilbur and Solid Rock Tirtouga., while Knock Off removes opponents' items, softening up walls that carry Eviolite and removing Berry Juice users' methods of healing.

Set Details
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Snivy needs to run 252 Speed EVs and either a Timid or Jolly nature, depending on whether it is running Leaf Storm or Knock Off, in order to reach 17 Speed, which lets it outspeeding Dwebble and speed ties with max speed Archen, Drilbur and Onix. 76 HP and 156 Defense EVs give Snivy respectable 22/21/18 defenses after factoring in the Eviolite boost, which is enough to take one Acrobatics from Fletchling. If Light Clay is used instead, the duration of Snivy's dual screens will increase to eight turns, albeit at the cost of some bulk.

Usage Tips
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Snivy's movepool gives it exactly what it needs to take on many common entry hazards leads. It can set up screens early while using its fast Taunt to crippleblock Dwebble, Tirtouga, Onix, Drilbur and Ferroseed from laying hazards. If the opponents' lead is an attacker such as Mienfoo, Snivy can opt to use the appropriate screen and take the hit quite comfortably. After setting up screens, Snivy can give a frail teammate a cushioned switch-in, start punching holes in opponents with Leaf Storm, or soften up walls with Knock Off.

Team Options
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Any Pokemon that doesn't like taking big hits can benefit from Snivy's dual screens. Sweepers such as Bunnelby, Zigzagoon, Scraggy, Fletchling, and Corphish are just some of many Pokemon who appreciate taking less damage whilst setting up. Wallbreakers such as Timburr, Mienfoo, Cubone, and Cranidos also enjoy taking less damage from attacks, allowing them to put pressure on an opposing Pokemon while taking the pressure off themselves. Pawniard discourages opponents from using Defog, which will remove Snivy's screens, and appreciates screens' protection.

Other Options
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If the accuracy or Special Attack drop of Leaf Storm is a turnoff, but you still want a Grass-type move, Energy Ball is a decent alternative, and Giga Drain increases Snivy's longevity. Both Giga Drain and Energy Ball miss the KO on Solid Rock Tirtouga, however. Snivy can run a Coil set with Aqua Jet, Leaf Blade and Knock Off. However, Snivy's lack of bulk and recovery means it will face difficulty setting up. Magic Coat reflects the opponent's non-attacking moves, including Thunder Wave and entry hazards, back at them. However, it's hard to justify giving it a slot over Taunt or Glare.

Checks & Counters
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**Fletchling**: Fletchling OHKOes all variants of Snivy after Stealth Rock with Acrobatics, 2HKOing them if Reflect is up, and it takes minimal damage from all of Snivy's attacks.

**Vullaby**: Vullaby can remove Snivy's screens with Defog and then OHKO Light Clay variants with Brave Bird. It can be crippled by Glare, however, and it doesn't appreciate losing its item to Knock Off.

**Fire-types**: Ponyta and Larvesta are mostly unfazed by Snivy. Although they dislike losing their items to Knock Off or being paralyzed by Glare, they are capable of 2HKOing Snivy with Flare Blitz with Reflect up, even with Eviolite.

**Cottonee**: Snivy can't do much to Cottonee, while Cottonee can Knock Off Snivy's item and wear it down with Dazzling Gleam, as well as Encore it into using Reflect or Light Screen once Taunt wears off.

**Fast Taunters**: Pokemon such as Cottonee, Aipom, and Purrloin can all cripple Snivy with Taunt, rendering it unable to set up screens or use Glare.

**Poison-types**: Although it cannot put Snivy to sleep, Foongus walls Snivy, and can simply use Sludge Bomb to beat it, as it does not care about Taunt, and is not very inconvenienced by Glare considering its already low Speed. Trubbish can take a Leaf Storm, avoids losing its item to Knock Off thanks to Sticky Hold, and can nail Snivy with a super effective Gunk Shot. Trubbish can also set up Spikes freely on Snivy not using Taunt or Magic Coat. Koffing's high defenses let it wall Snivy effectively.

**Pawniard**: Although Pawniard hates paralysis, it takes little damage from Snivy's other moves. Pawniard also often runs Brick Break, a move that shatters screens.

**Magnemite**: Magnemite is immune to being paralyzed by Glare and can easily take a Leaf Storm, although it will lose its item to Knock Off.
 

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Overview
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Snivy has a decent typing and Speed stat for a dual screens lead. Being in the 17 Speed tier means it can use Taunt to shut down opposing leads such as Dwebble and Tirtouga, while also being able to quickly set up dual screens fast. Snivy is also one of only three LC Pokemon with access to Glare, which cripples all Pokemon that aren't Electric-type. Snivy has additional utility in Knock Off and can hit hard with Leaf Storm. However, Snivy's relatively low defenses are unappealing, especially if it holds Light Clay, as it will have to forgo using Eviolite. Its typing can also prove problematic, as common attacks such as U-turn and Acrobatics hit it for super effective damage. Its offenses are low and its attacking movepool is limited, meaning it will struggle to use an offensive set, at least until its Hidden Ability Contrary is released.

Dual Screens
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name: Dual Screens
move 1: Reflect
move 2: Light Screen
move 3: Taunt / Glare
move 4: Leaf Storm / Knock Off
ability: Overgrow
item: Light Clay / Eviolite
evs: 76 HP / 156 Def / 252 Spe
nature: Timid / Jolly

Moves
========

Reflect halves the damage done by physical moves for five turns,(RC) (eight if using Light Clay), while Light Screen is a special version which neuters opposing special attackers; both make switching in and setting up easier for frail sweepers. Taunt makes Snivy a useful lead by allowing it to shut down opposing entry hazards leads such as Onix and Dwebble. It also prevents the opponent from using Defog, which removes dual the screens. Glare paralyzes even opponents that are immune to Thunder Wave or Stun Spore, such as Drilbur and Foongus respectively, and can cripple a fast opponent on the switch-in. Leaf Storm is a powerful Grass-type STAB move which can OHKO common leads such as Drilbur and Solid Rock Tirtouga, while Knock Off removes opponents' items, softening up walls that carry Eviolite and removing Berry Juice users' method of healing.

Set Details
========

Snivy needs to run 252 Speed EVs and either a Timid or Jolly nature, depending on whether it is running Leaf Storm or Knock Off, in order to reach 17 Speed, which lets it outspeed Dwebble and Speed tie with max Speed Archen, Drilbur,(AC) and Onix. 76 HP and 156 Defense EVs give Snivy respectable 22/21/18 defenses after factoring in the Eviolite boost, which is enough to take one Acrobatics from Fletchling. If Light Clay is used instead, the duration of Snivy's dual screens will increase to eight turns, albeit at the cost of some bulk.

Usage Tips
========

Snivy's movepool gives it exactly what it needs to take on many common entry hazards leads. It can set up screens early while using its fast Taunt to prevent Dwebble, Tirtouga, Onix, Drilbur,(AC) and Ferroseed from setting up entry hazards. If the opponent's lead is an attacker such as Mienfoo, Snivy can opt to use the appropriate screen and take the hit quite comfortably. After setting up screens, Snivy can give a frail teammate a cushioned switch-in, start punching holes in opponents with Leaf Storm, or soften up walls with Knock Off.

Team Options
========

Any Pokemon that doesn't like taking big hits can benefit from Snivy's dual screens. Sweepers such as Bunnelby, Zigzagoon, Scraggy, Fletchling, and Corphish are just some of many Pokemon who that appreciate taking less damage whilst setting up. Wallbreakers such as Timburr, Mienfoo, Cubone, and Cranidos also enjoy taking less damage from attacks, allowing them to put pressure on an opposing Pokemon while taking the pressure off themselves. Pawniard discourages opponents from using Defog, which will remove Snivy's screens, and appreciates screens' the protection from the screens.

Other Options
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If the accuracy or Special Attack drop of Leaf Storm is a turn-off, but you still want a Grass-type move, Energy Ball is a decent alternative, and while using Giga Drain increases Snivy's longevity. Both Giga Drain and Energy Ball miss the KO on Solid Rock Tirtouga, however. Snivy can run a Coil set with Aqua Jet, Leaf Blade,(AC) and Knock Off. However, Snivy's lack of bulk and recovery means it will face difficulty have difficulties setting up. Magic Coat reflects the opponent's non-attacking moves, including Thunder Wave and entry hazards, back at them. However, it's hard to justify giving it a slot over Taunt or Glare.

Checks & Counters
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**Fletchling**: Fletchling OHKOes all variants of Snivy after Stealth Rock with Acrobatics, 2HKOing them if Reflect is up, and takes minimal damage from all of Snivy's attacks.

**Vullaby**: Vullaby can remove Snivy's screens with Defog and then OHKO Light Clay variants with Brave Bird. It can be crippled by Glare, however, and doesn't appreciate losing its item to Knock Off.

**Fire-types**: Ponyta and Larvesta are mostly unfazed by Snivy. Although they dislike losing their items to Knock Off or being paralyzed by Glare, they are capable of 2HKOing Snivy with Flare Blitz with if Reflect is up, even with Eviolite.

**Cottonee**: Snivy can't do much to Cottonee, while Cottonee can Knock Off Snivy's item and wear it down with Dazzling Gleam, as well as Encore it into using Reflect or Light Screen once Taunt wears off.

**Fast Taunters**: Pokemon such as Cottonee, Aipom, and Purrloin can all cripple Snivy with Taunt, rendering it unable to set up screens or use Glare.

**Poison-types**: Although it cannot put Snivy to sleep, Foongus walls Snivy,(RC) and can simply use Sludge Bomb to beat it, as it does not care about Taunt, and is not very inconvenienced by Glare considering its already low Speed. Trubbish can take a Leaf Storm, avoids losing its item to Knock Off thanks to Sticky Hold, and can nail Snivy with a super effective Gunk Shot. Trubbish can also set up Spikes freely on Snivy not using Taunt or Magic Coat. Koffing's high defenses let it wall Snivy effectively.

**Pawniard**: Although Pawniard hates paralysis, it takes little damage from Snivy's other moves. Pawniard also often runs Brick Break, a move that shatters screens.

**Magnemite**: Magnemite is immune to being paralyzed by Glare and can easily take a Leaf Storm, although it will lose its item to Knock Off.

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