[Overview]
<p> As Blastoise has ascended into UU, the RU community has turned its attention to Wartortle. Although disregarded by much of the tier, Wartortle can hold its own in battle. Despite the lack of an offensive presence, Wartortle can use Rapid Spin quite effectively. Although many claim Wartortle does not possess the required bulk, it can indeed become a formidable opponent when combined with Eviolite. With respectable bulk, good typing, and a decent movepool, Wartortle is ready to take on the world. </p>
[SET]
name: Spinning Support
move 1: Rapid Spin
move 2: Foresight
move 3: Scald
move 4: Yawn / Ice Beam
item: Eviolite
ability: Torrent / Rain Dish
nature: Bold
evs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpD
[SET COMMENTS]
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Wartortle functions most affectively with a physically defensive due to the popularity of predominantly physical types such as Fighting-types. If you’re using Wartortle on a rain team, you should use Rain Dish as a makeshift Leftovers. If not, Torrent shall suffice. Using a Bold nature capitalizes on its physical bulk, but a Modest nature has the potential to generate a slightly more noticeable offensive presence. Wartortle works much better with various support options such as Wish support from Pokemon such as Clefable or Leafeon. Entry hazards, as mentioned before, help deal additional damage when foes are forced to switch out. Pokemon with the abilities Sap Sipper and Volt Absorb help defensively, as they can utilize Wartortle's weaknesses to their advantage. Pokemon such as Ferroseed and Tangrowth also help defensively, as they can switch into Electric and Grass-type attacks aimed. It's also easier to have Pokemon that normally suffer from a Stealth Rock weakness such as Charizard and Syther, as Wartortle can eliminate the threat of Stealth Rock and help maximize the durability of these teammates.</p>
[Other Options]
<p>Wartortle's movepool and stats limit what it can pull off effectively. However, Wartortle has been gifted with several usable moves. Toxic fits well with a stalling approach, as it will wear down and take out nemies. Iron Defense, along with the combination of Aqua Ring and Leftovers, hint at the stalling tactic yet again. Although Wartortle possesses a plethora of stalling moves, its HP does not suit a stalling set. Aqua Jet and Fake Out serve as priority attacks, and Haze can be used to stop boosters in their tracks. These moves are Wartortle’s only other viable tactics in battle.</p>
[Checks and Counters]
<p>Bulky Water-types such as Poliwrath and Walrein take very little damage from Wartortle's attacks, and can strike back with incredible force. Grass-types such as Ferroseed and Sceptile wall the blue tortoise and can retaliate with super effective STAB attacks. Electric-types such as Galvantula, Manetric, and Electivire may not be able to wall Wartortle, but can attack hard and fast with super effective STAB moves.</p>
<p> As Blastoise has ascended into UU, the RU community has turned its attention to Wartortle. Although disregarded by much of the tier, Wartortle can hold its own in battle. Despite the lack of an offensive presence, Wartortle can use Rapid Spin quite effectively. Although many claim Wartortle does not possess the required bulk, it can indeed become a formidable opponent when combined with Eviolite. With respectable bulk, good typing, and a decent movepool, Wartortle is ready to take on the world. </p>
[SET]
name: Spinning Support
move 1: Rapid Spin
move 2: Foresight
move 3: Scald
move 4: Yawn / Ice Beam
item: Eviolite
ability: Torrent / Rain Dish
nature: Bold
evs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpD
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>This is undoubtedly Wartortle's best attempt at making up for Blastoise's absence. With Foresight, Wartortle can take down spinblockers that would otherwise prevent Rapid Spin. Scald aids in taking down physical sweepers with a possibility of burning them, as well as providing decent STAB coverage. If you want a safer, more stall-like set, then utilizing Yawn as a way to put your opponents to sleep is a good choice; this will often force opponents to switch out, making it a very good idea to use entry hazards. If you desire a more offensive approach, then use Ice Beam instead for fantastic coverage. With an EV spread that maximizes physical bulk, Wartortle will be taking more hits than you would think.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Wartortle functions most affectively with a physically defensive due to the popularity of predominantly physical types such as Fighting-types. If you’re using Wartortle on a rain team, you should use Rain Dish as a makeshift Leftovers. If not, Torrent shall suffice. Using a Bold nature capitalizes on its physical bulk, but a Modest nature has the potential to generate a slightly more noticeable offensive presence. Wartortle works much better with various support options such as Wish support from Pokemon such as Clefable or Leafeon. Entry hazards, as mentioned before, help deal additional damage when foes are forced to switch out. Pokemon with the abilities Sap Sipper and Volt Absorb help defensively, as they can utilize Wartortle's weaknesses to their advantage. Pokemon such as Ferroseed and Tangrowth also help defensively, as they can switch into Electric and Grass-type attacks aimed. It's also easier to have Pokemon that normally suffer from a Stealth Rock weakness such as Charizard and Syther, as Wartortle can eliminate the threat of Stealth Rock and help maximize the durability of these teammates.</p>
[Other Options]
<p>Wartortle's movepool and stats limit what it can pull off effectively. However, Wartortle has been gifted with several usable moves. Toxic fits well with a stalling approach, as it will wear down and take out nemies. Iron Defense, along with the combination of Aqua Ring and Leftovers, hint at the stalling tactic yet again. Although Wartortle possesses a plethora of stalling moves, its HP does not suit a stalling set. Aqua Jet and Fake Out serve as priority attacks, and Haze can be used to stop boosters in their tracks. These moves are Wartortle’s only other viable tactics in battle.</p>
[Checks and Counters]
<p>Bulky Water-types such as Poliwrath and Walrein take very little damage from Wartortle's attacks, and can strike back with incredible force. Grass-types such as Ferroseed and Sceptile wall the blue tortoise and can retaliate with super effective STAB attacks. Electric-types such as Galvantula, Manetric, and Electivire may not be able to wall Wartortle, but can attack hard and fast with super effective STAB moves.</p>