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July 2025
Most of the Underdogs never saw any play last April! That just won't do.
Match Type - b6p3 Singles
Species Restriction - On
Battle Level - 4
Substitution Count - 4
Switching - On
Half Start - On
Ability Count - All
Advanced Techniques - All
Technique Control - 3
Backpack - 10
Arena- Underdogs (Redux)
As the bustle of the city is at its maximum this season, you have been tasked to entertain the crowds going to the charity fair. Children in particular want to see their favorites battle, but they might not necessarily be of the same power level as the Pokemon in your usual teams...
Each player must choose exactly one of the below Pokemon to be their Underdog.
Hitmonchan
Sudowoodo
Chimecho
Wormadam-Sandy
Maractus
Pyroar
Dugtrio-Alola
Eiscue
Squawkabilly
When sending your team to the host, create a rental profile for your Underdog. Each Underdog comes at level 4, with all Techniques unlocked, and with your choice of Nature, Combos, and Hidden Power type.
Each player's Underdog will be moved to their Bench at the start of the battle (unless they are immediately sent out).
Each player may include 1 purchaseable item they do not own in their Backpack.