I saw that UUPL manager signups went up recently - what is the process like for being a UUPL player? (ex: do I directly solicit managers or just enter in a thread that will come later?)
There will be a signup thread that will go up in about a week, here's last year's one if you're wondering what it's like https://www.smogon.com/forums/threads/uupl-xi-player-signups.3715515/I saw that UUPL manager signups went up recently - what is the process like for being a UUPL player? (ex: do I directly solicit managers or just enter in a thread that will come later?)
What does Hydrapple do in the tier that makes it A- rank? Also, was the Spore Ban the reason why Amoonguss is in B rank?
Dragon Dance Ttar is viable albeit difficult to pull off as it usually requires at least 2 DDs to actually be a fast enough threat. It fits mostly on hyper offense, particularly with screens support from Grimmsnarl. You could potentially run it on webs with a setter like Araquanid too. Tyranitar can struggle to break through Kommo-o and Keldeo so an offensive partner like Latios and Azumarill can support it well.is Dragon dance Ttar viable and what would be good partners to make it more effective?
Some examples would be Excadrill, Tyranitar, Garchomp, Tinkaton, Bisharp, and Empoleon. These can all pivot into it and either force it out through offensive pressure or in Tink's and Emp's case they can Encore and Haze/Roar respectively. Many other offensive Pokemon like Iron Crown and Latios also force it out despite being weak to Shadow Ball.What's the best (or a list of) counter(s) to pecharunt?
Would Latios rather run Psychic or Psyshock (generally)?
Yep. In my limited experience, Bulky Ttar is better, but it's not like you can't use a more offensive variant. Typically you'd use it as a Sand Setter, and pair it with Mandibuzz and Sand Rush Excadrill for the core of your team.is Dragon dance Ttar viable and what would be good partners to make it more effective?
Bisharp, Ursaluna, and Tyranitar all completely roll over Pecharunt. Specs Latios takes any one hit and OHKOs in return with Luster Purge if Pecharunt doesn't tera. Iron Moth does a good job if you bring either Tera Blast Ground or Psychic. AV Iron Crown can get the job done, just try to avoid switching into a Shadow Ball. Garchomp, Excadrill, and Scizor can all potentially come in and win, it depends on what set Pecha's running.What's the best (or a list of) counter(s) to pecharunt?
Neither. Typically Latios would use Luster Purge instead of either of those. Does more damage than psychic and has a 50% chance to drop SpDef. If you really must have one of those I'd recommend Psyshock to help beat special walls and CM sweepers.Would Latios rather run Psychic or Psyshock (generally)?
Is the UU old generations subforum still a thing that people are working on?
Horn Leech is more popular, but power whip is sometimes used if you're looking for more powerWhy does Oger-C run Power Whip? I've had success with Horn Leech, especially when I have to switch since it helps offset Hazard damage and I can get Sturdy back.
Why does Oger-C run Power Whip? I've had success with Horn Leech, especially when I have to switch since it helps offset Hazard damage and I can get Sturdy back.
spikes is a generally solid midground into bulkier teams that can ease prediction a bit, as well as allowing you to punish mons like pex who you can't break easily without fishing for dark pulse flincheswhy does specs gren run spikes? is the comedic value of pissing off Zapdos worth the wasted move slot or do I need to stop sweating
Electro ball increases in power if the opposing pokemon is slower rather then just increasing based on your speed alone. there are faster Pokemon then booster shocks like scarf mienshao , so I'd go thunderboltI'm running a Sandy Shocks with max speed EVs, booster energy speed, and a speed-boosting nature. It has an effective speed of 496 when it's first switched out. Should I use Electro Ball, a move that increases its base power with speed, or Thunderbolt, which consistently deals damage?
Catcus, I'm aware of how Electro ball works, and I am not concerned about Mienshao in particular. My question was about the majority of cases, whether one or the other would be more useful. Thanks!Electro ball increases in power if the opposing pokemon is slower rather then just increasing based on your speed alone. there are faster Pokemon then booster shocks like scarf mienshao , so I'd go thunderbolt
mienshao Calcs for reference:
208 SpA Sandy Shocks Electro Ball (40 BP) vs. 0 HP / 4 SpD Mienshao: 91-108 (33.5 - 39.8%) -- guaranteed 3HKO
208 SpA Sandy Shocks Thunderbolt vs. 0 HP / 4 SpD Mienshao: 204-240 (75.2 - 88.5%) -- guaranteed 2HKO
I ran some calcs and I'd say no, electro ball is not worth it. Simply put, any even fast mon would be able to take your hits well. For example, greninja, something that usually you beat, can actually survive an electro ball from full and ko you back. In fact, the only mons that you do more damage to with electro ball that are even popular are:Cactus, I'm aware of how Electro ball works, and I am not concerned about Mienshao in particular. My question was about the majority of cases, whether one or the other would be more useful. Thanks!
There's Cincinno and brambleghast I guess? I'd say just go for Boots spamwhat are some other options for removal besides the following?
- mandibuzz (defog- also removes your own hazards)
- Excadrill (spinner, but I already have a ground type and a steel type on my team)
- Quaquaval (spinner, but I have slowking already and I don't want to stack Ogerpon weaknesses)
or do I just play Boots spam
what are some other options for removal besides the following?
- mandibuzz (defog- also removes your own hazards)
- Excadrill (spinner, but I already have a ground type and a steel type on my team)
- Quaquaval (spinner, but I have slowking already and I don't want to stack Ogerpon weaknesses)
or do I just play Boots spam