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Xatu (Special Attacker) (QC 3/3) (GP 2/2)
- Thread starter Magcargo
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You can include Weavile also as a casualty.
The bolded part of the sentence needs to be changed as it is slightly misleading. (What is meant by weak here? I myself understand what you mean but other readers might not). Perhaps you can reword to something along the lines of 'This set functions much better on offensive teams, as it does not ruin momentum like Blastoise and Hitmontop do, and can pose a threat itself unlike its defensive set.
Correct me if i am wrong but you are guaranteed the 2hko the Snorlax after Stealth Rock damage so maybe you can include that. (its just to avoid any misconceptions amongst unfamaliar players).
Since most of the unfavourable situations will feature a faster Pokemon than Xatu switching in and threatening the Xatu out (Raikou, Victini etc.) I think that you can remove that and mention that U-turn baits in bulky walls such as Umbreon and Snorlax and if you aforsee a switch in by any of them you can u-turn and give a safe switch-in to your Fighting-types who have good synergy with Xatu. Just a thought.
Empoleon tends to carry Grass Knot nowadays and can beat both Swampert and Rhyperior. The first part of this sentence can be removed as Empoleon outspeeds both Swampert and Rhyperior and will almost always beat them.
Good work regardless; once you're done making these changes I'll stamp this.
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[SET]
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name: Special Attacker
move 1: Psyshock / Psychic
move 2: Grass Knot
move 3: Heat Wave
move 4: Roost
item: Life Orb
ability: Magic Bounce
nature: Modest / Timid
evs: 32 HP / 252 SpA / 8 SpD / 216 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>While Xatu's other sets focus on using its typing and Magic Bounce defensively, this set uses its decent Special Attack and movepool to defeat nearly every common entry hazard setter in the tier. This set functions much better on offensive teams, as it does not ruin momentum like Blastoise and Hitmontop do, and can pose a threat itself unlike its defensive set. Psyshock functions as Xatu's primary STAB move, as it can defeat many common hazard setters, such as Nidoqueen and Qwilfish. If using a Modest nature, Iit is the preferred over Psychic due to its ability to 2HKO offensive Snorlax after Stealth Rock. However, if using a Timid nature, Psychic is the preferred option, as it will always OHKO standard Nidoqueen, unlike Psyshock. Grass Knot is a key move on this set, as it allows Xatu to defeat the two best Stealth Rock setters in the tier: Rhyperior and Swampert. Heat Wave is used for the purpose of severely dent Steel-types as well as Weavile as s casualty(idk what you mean, but its obviously a spelling mistake). In fact, it is powerful enough to 2HKO Bronzong and 3HKO Registeel 100% of the time.(space)Finally, Roost is used to mitigate Life Orb recoil and potentially Stealth Rock damage that Xatu has taken.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Using the given EV spread, Xatu, is able to outspeed everything up to maximum speed base 90s. The choice between between a Modest and a Timid nature depends on your personal preference. If outspeeding threats such as Timid Nidoking, Jolly Heracross, and Timid Roserade is essential, then a Timid nature is preferred. If 2HKOing Snorlax after Stealth Rock is mandatory, then the Modest nature is preferred. U-turn is an option on this set, as it allows Xatu to escape out of special walls such as Porygon2 and Umbreon into a Fighting-type partner. However, using U-turn forces Xatu to give up one of its coverage moves or Roost, both of which are vital to this set's success.</p>
<p>This set struggles defeating Empoleon, as it Empoleon(it's unclear what 'it' is, it could mean xatu or empy)is not 2HKOed by Heat Wave it and can 2HKO Xatu at worst with Ice Beam. This set also struggles against certain special walls such as Porygon2 and Umbreon due to Xatu's limited power, as well as common offensive Pokemon such as Zapdos. Therefore, Xatu's partners are categorized into two groups: Pokemon that can deal with the aforementioned Pokemon, (AC) and offensive Pokemon that benefit from the prevention of Stealth Rock. Rhyperior and Swampert can both check offensive Pokemon such as Zapdos, Victini, and Raikou. Offensive Pokemon that benefit from the prevention of Stealth Rock include Yanmega, Victini, Darmanitan, Zapdos, Weavile, and Chandelure. Darmanitan, Zapdos, and Victini in particular benefit from Xatu's ability to lure and defeat Rhyperior and Swampert with Grass Knot.</p>
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name: Special Attacker
move 1: Psyshock / Psychic
move 2: Grass Knot
move 3: Heat Wave
move 4: Roost
item: Life Orb
ability: Magic Bounce
nature: Modest / Timid
evs: 32 HP / 252 SpA / 8 SpD / 216 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>While Xatu's other sets focus on using its typing and Magic Bounce defensively, this set uses its decent Special Attack and movepool to defeat nearly every common entry hazard setter in the tier. This set functions much better on offensive teams, as it does not ruin momentum like Blastoise and Hitmontop do, and can pose a threat itself unlike its defensive set. Psyshock functions as Xatu's primary STAB move, as it can defeat many common hazard setters, such as Nidoqueen and Qwilfish. If using a Modest nature, Iit is the preferred over Psychic due to its ability to 2HKO offensive Snorlax after Stealth Rock. However, if using a Timid nature, Psychic is the preferred option, as it will always OHKO standard Nidoqueen, unlike Psyshock. Grass Knot is a key move on this set, as it allows Xatu to defeat the two best Stealth Rock setters in the tier: Rhyperior and Swampert. Heat Wave is used for the purpose of severely dent Steel-types as well as Weavile as s casualty(idk what you mean, but its obviously a spelling mistake). In fact, it is powerful enough to 2HKO Bronzong and 3HKO Registeel 100% of the time.(space)Finally, Roost is used to mitigate Life Orb recoil and potentially Stealth Rock damage that Xatu has taken.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Using the given EV spread, Xatu, is able to outspeed everything up to maximum speed base 90s. The choice between between a Modest and a Timid nature depends on your personal preference. If outspeeding threats such as Timid Nidoking, Jolly Heracross, and Timid Roserade is essential, then a Timid nature is preferred. If 2HKOing Snorlax after Stealth Rock is mandatory, then the Modest nature is preferred. U-turn is an option on this set, as it allows Xatu to escape out of special walls such as Porygon2 and Umbreon into a Fighting-type partner. However, using U-turn forces Xatu to give up one of its coverage moves or Roost, both of which are vital to this set's success.</p>
<p>This set struggles defeating Empoleon, as it Empoleon(it's unclear what 'it' is, it could mean xatu or empy)is not 2HKOed by Heat Wave it and can 2HKO Xatu at worst with Ice Beam. This set also struggles against certain special walls such as Porygon2 and Umbreon due to Xatu's limited power, as well as common offensive Pokemon such as Zapdos. Therefore, Xatu's partners are categorized into two groups: Pokemon that can deal with the aforementioned Pokemon, (AC) and offensive Pokemon that benefit from the prevention of Stealth Rock. Rhyperior and Swampert can both check offensive Pokemon such as Zapdos, Victini, and Raikou. Offensive Pokemon that benefit from the prevention of Stealth Rock include Yanmega, Victini, Darmanitan, Zapdos, Weavile, and Chandelure. Darmanitan, Zapdos, and Victini in particular benefit from Xatu's ability to lure and defeat Rhyperior and Swampert with Grass Knot.</p>
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GP: 2/2
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[SET]
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name: Special Attacker
move 1: Psyshock / Psychic
move 2: Grass Knot
move 3: Heat Wave
move 4: Roost
item: Life Orb
ability: Magic Bounce
nature: Modest / Timid
evs: 32 HP / 252 SpA / 8 SpD / 216 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>While Xatu's other sets focus on using its typing and Magic Bounce defensively, this set uses its decent Special Attack and movepool to defeat nearly every common entry hazard setter in the tier. This set functions much better on offensive teams, as it does not ruin momentum like Blastoise and Hitmontop do, (remove comma) and can pose a threat itself unlike its defensive set. Psyshock functions as Xatu's primary STAB move, as it can defeat many common hazard setters, such as Nidoqueen and Qwilfish. If using a Modest nature, it is the preferred move over Psychic due to its ability to 2HKO offensive Snorlax after Stealth Rock. However, if using a Timid nature, Psychic is the preferred option, as it will always OHKO standard Nidoqueen, unlike Psyshock. Grass Knot is a key move on this set, as it allows Xatu to defeat the two best Stealth Rock setters in the tier: Rhyperior and Swampert. Heat Wave is used for the purpose of severely denting Steel-types as well as OHKOing Weavile on the switch. In fact, it is powerful enough to 2HKO Bronzong and 3HKO Registeel 100% of the time. Finally, Roost is used to mitigate Life Orb recoil and potentially Stealth Rock damage that Xatu has taken.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Using the given EV spread, Xatu is able to outspeed everything up to maximum Speed base 90s. The choice between a Modest and a Timid nature depends on your personal preference. If outspeeding threats such as Timid Nidoking, Jolly Heracross, and Timid Roserade is essential, then a Timid nature is preferred. If 2HKOing Snorlax after Stealth Rock is mandatory, then a Modest nature takes precedence. U-turn is an option on this set, as it allows Xatu to escape out of from special walls such as Porygon2 and Umbreon into and bring in a Fighting-type partner. However, using U-turn forces Xatu to give up one of its coverage moves or Roost, both all of which are vital to this set's success.</p>
<p>This set struggles against Empoleon, as Empoleon it is not 2HKOed by Heat Wave and can 2HKO Xatu at worst with Ice Beam. This set also struggles against certain special walls such as Porygon2 and Umbreon due to Xatu's limited power, as well as common offensive Pokemon such as Zapdos. Therefore, Xatu's best partners are categorized divided into two groups: Pokemon that can deal with the aforementioned Pokemon these threats, and offensive Pokemon that benefit from the prevention of Stealth Rock. Rhyperior and Swampert can both check offensive Pokemon such as Zapdos, Victini, and Raikou. Offensive Pokemon that benefit from the prevention of Stealth Rock include Yanmega, Victini, Darmanitan, Zapdos, Weavile, and Chandelure. Darmanitan, Zapdos, and Victini in particular benefit from Xatu's ability to lure and defeat Rhyperior and Swampert with Grass Knot.</p>
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name: Special Attacker
move 1: Psyshock / Psychic
move 2: Grass Knot
move 3: Heat Wave
move 4: Roost
item: Life Orb
ability: Magic Bounce
nature: Modest / Timid
evs: 32 HP / 252 SpA / 8 SpD / 216 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>While Xatu's other sets focus on using its typing and Magic Bounce defensively, this set uses its decent Special Attack and movepool to defeat nearly every common entry hazard setter in the tier. This set functions much better on offensive teams, as it does not ruin momentum like Blastoise and Hitmontop do, (remove comma) and can pose a threat itself unlike its defensive set. Psyshock functions as Xatu's primary STAB move, as it can defeat many common hazard setters, such as Nidoqueen and Qwilfish. If using a Modest nature, it is the preferred move over Psychic due to its ability to 2HKO offensive Snorlax after Stealth Rock. However, if using a Timid nature, Psychic is the preferred option, as it will always OHKO standard Nidoqueen, unlike Psyshock. Grass Knot is a key move on this set, as it allows Xatu to defeat the two best Stealth Rock setters in the tier: Rhyperior and Swampert. Heat Wave is used for the purpose of severely denting Steel-types as well as OHKOing Weavile on the switch. In fact, it is powerful enough to 2HKO Bronzong and 3HKO Registeel 100% of the time. Finally, Roost is used to mitigate Life Orb recoil and potentially Stealth Rock damage that Xatu has taken.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Using the given EV spread, Xatu is able to outspeed everything up to maximum Speed base 90s. The choice between a Modest and a Timid nature depends on your personal preference. If outspeeding threats such as Timid Nidoking, Jolly Heracross, and Timid Roserade is essential, then a Timid nature is preferred. If 2HKOing Snorlax after Stealth Rock is mandatory, then a Modest nature takes precedence. U-turn is an option on this set, as it allows Xatu to escape out of from special walls such as Porygon2 and Umbreon into and bring in a Fighting-type partner. However, using U-turn forces Xatu to give up one of its coverage moves or Roost, both all of which are vital to this set's success.</p>
<p>This set struggles against Empoleon, as Empoleon it is not 2HKOed by Heat Wave and can 2HKO Xatu at worst with Ice Beam. This set also struggles against certain special walls such as Porygon2 and Umbreon due to Xatu's limited power, as well as common offensive Pokemon such as Zapdos. Therefore, Xatu's best partners are categorized divided into two groups: Pokemon that can deal with the aforementioned Pokemon these threats, and offensive Pokemon that benefit from the prevention of Stealth Rock. Rhyperior and Swampert can both check offensive Pokemon such as Zapdos, Victini, and Raikou. Offensive Pokemon that benefit from the prevention of Stealth Rock include Yanmega, Victini, Darmanitan, Zapdos, Weavile, and Chandelure. Darmanitan, Zapdos, and Victini in particular benefit from Xatu's ability to lure and defeat Rhyperior and Swampert with Grass Knot.</p>
GP: 2/2