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UU Specially Defensive Tyranitar [QC 2/2] [GP 1/1]

Lycopoky

Lycopoky

[SET]
Specially Defensive (Tyranitar) @ Leftovers / Smooth Rock
Ability: Sand Stream
Tera type: Ghost / Flying
EVs: 248 HP / 216 SpD / 44 Spe
Careful Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Dragon Tail / Roar / Thunder Wave
- Knock Off
- Stone Edge / Earthquake

[SET COMMENTS]
Specially defensive Tyranitar is a very good utility Pokemon, thanks to its ability to blanket check special attackers like Latios, Heatran, Thundurus, and Iron Jugulis; Tyranitar also sets up entry hazards, which, in conjunction with Sand Stream, passively chip down many Pokemon, and removes snow from Alolan Ninetales and sun from Ninetales and Torkoal while limiting the amount of times they can switch in. Dragon Tail is useful to force switches and deal chip damage while taking advantage of Stealth Rock; however, Roar is an alternative that doesn't do damage but in return never misses. Thunder Wave is a good speed control option that slows down threats that switch into Tyranitar like Keldeo, Tinkaton, and Cobalion. Stone Edge is a Rock-type STAB move that threatens Thundurus, Alolan Ninetales, and Mandibuzz; Earthquake is an alternative that threatens Heatran, Tinkaton, and opposing Tyranitar. Leftovers increases Tyranitar's longevity, while Smooth Rock extends sandstorm turns for chip damage and for potential teammates like Excadrill. Tera Ghost is used to deny Rapid Spin and gain an immunity to Fighting-type attacks; Tera Flying is an alternative that makes Tyranitar immune to Ground-type attacks while also letting it resist Fighting- and Bug-type attacks. The EV spread outspeeds uninvested Skeledirge and survives two Choice Specs Latios Draco Meteors.

Tyranitar fits best on bulky offense and balance teams that appreciate its ability to wall special attackers and set up entry hazards. Excadrill is a fantastic teammate that takes advantage of the sand with Sand Rush, provides Rapid Spin support, and checks the likes of Tinkaton and Toxapex. Keldeo answers Pokemon like Heatran, opposing Tyranitar, and Donphan, while Tyranitar can handle Latios, Thundurus, and Iron Jugulis. Skarmory is also another great teammate, since it handles physical attackers like Excadrill, Lokix, and Conkeldurr, and Tyranitar handles Thundurus, Heatran, and Skeledirge; Skarmory also provides Spikes to complement Stealth Rock. Latios appreciates Tyranitar's ability to check Pokemon like opposing Latios, Mandibuzz, and Iron Jugulis, while Latios beats Fighting- and Ground-type Pokemon like Donphan, Conkeldurr, and Cobalion. Tyranitar also benefits from pivots because of its low Speed and many weaknesses, so pivots like Thundurus-T, Latios, and Scizor that can get it in safely are all appreciated.
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hey, sorry for late forgot abt this skull emoji
amazing work dude, qc 1/2 when done
[SET]
Tyranitar @ Leftovers / Smooth Rock
Ability: Sand Stream
Tera type: Ghost / Flying
EVs: 248 HP / 216 SpD / 44 Spe
Careful Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Dragon Tail / Roar / Thunder Wave
- Knock Off
- Stone Edge / Earthquake

[SET COMMENTS]
Specially defensive Tyranitar is a very good utility Pokemon, thanks to its ability to blanket check special attackers like Latios, Heatran, Thundurus, and Slowking; Tyranitar also sets up entry hazards which in conjunction with Sand Stream can passively chip down many Pokemon. Dragon Tail is useful to force switches and deal chip damage while taking advantage of Stealth Rock, however Roar is an alternative that doesn't do damage but in return never misses. Thunder Wave is a good speed control option that slows down threats that switch into Tyranitar like Keldeo, Slither Wing, and Cobalion. Stone Edge is Rock-type STAB that threatens Thundurus, Alolan Ninetales, and Mandibuzz; Earthquake is an alternative that threatens Heatran, Tinkaton, and opposing Tyranitar. Leftovers increases Tyranitar’s longevity while Smooth Rock extends Sandstorm’s turns for chip damage and for potential teammates like Excadrill. Tera Ghost is used to deny Rapid Spin and gain an immunity to Fighting-type attacks; Flying is an alternative that becomes immune to Ground-type attacks while also resisting Fighting- and Bug-type attacks. The EV spread outspeeds uninvested Skeledirge and survives 2 Choice Specs Latios Draco Meteors.

Tyranitar fits best on bulky offence and balance teams that appreciate its ability to wall special attackers and set up hazards. Excadrill is a fantastic teammate that takes advantage of the Sand with Sand Rush, provides Rapid Spin support, and checks the likes of Tinkaton, Toxapex, and Metagross (not at all LMAO, can't switchin at all, say someone else). Keldeo answers Pokemon like Heatran, opposing Tyranitar, and Donphan while Tyranitar can handle Latios, Slowking, and Sinistcha. Skarmory is also another great teammate since it handles physical attackers like Excadrill, Lokix, and Conkeldurr, and Tyranitar handles Thundurus, Heatran, and Skeledirge, Skarmory also provides Spikes support to complement Stealth Rock. Latios appreciates Tyranitar’s ability to check Pokemon like opposing Latios, Mandibuzz, and Iron Jugulis, while Latios beats Fighting- and Ground-type Pokemon like Donphan, Conkeldurr, and Cobalion. Tyranitar also benefits from pivots because of its low speed and many weaknesses, so pivots like Thundurus-T, Latios, and Scizor that can get it in safely are all appreciated.
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All done! I brought up Weavile instead of Metagross since Exca can easily switch into it and kill it in Sand, yes Tyranitar can Stone Edge it but it often runs Low Kick so it's a no-no unless you Tera (and exca is too light to take meaningful damage from it in spite of being super effective)

OceanicGamer said:
amazing work dude, qc 1/2 when done
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Well of course I locked in, all for my Excadrill's boyfriend and lots of set experience also helped out.
 
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Lycopoky said:
All done! I brought up Weavile instead of Metagross since Exca can easily switch into it and kill it in Sand, yes Tyranitar can Stone Edge it but it often runs Low Kick so it's a no-no unless you Tera (and exca is too light to take meaningful damage from it in spite of being super effective)


Well of course I locked in, all for my Excadrill's boyfriend and lots of set experience also helped out.
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im not sure about the easy to switchin part
 
252 Atk Weavile Triple Axel (120 BP) (3 hits) vs. 0 HP / 0 Def Excadrill: 283-335 (78.3 - 92.7%) -- guaranteed 2HKO after Leftovers recovery
252 Atk Weavile Knock Off (97.5 BP) vs. 0 HP / 0 Def Excadrill: 228-268 (63.1 - 74.2%) -- guaranteed 2HKO
252 Atk Weavile Ice Shard vs. 0 HP / 0 Def Excadrill: 94-112 (26 - 31%) -- 10.6% chance to 4HKO after Leftovers recovery

Fuck, uhhh it's a great offensive answer so i'll keep it anyway especially since after Sand chip Exca with Adamant (should run on Sand Rush sets) OHKO's Weavile with EQ so it can't Tera to save itself, and it can at least tank 1 hit reliably
 
252 Atk Weavile Triple Axel (120 BP) (3 hits) vs. 0 HP / 0 Def Excadrill: 283-335 (78.3 - 92.7%) -- guaranteed 2HKO after Leftovers recovery
252 Atk Weavile Knock Off (97.5 BP) vs. 0 HP / 0 Def Excadrill: 228-268 (63.1 - 74.2%) -- guaranteed 2HKO
252 Atk Weavile Ice Shard vs. 0 HP / 0 Def Excadrill: 94-112 (26 - 31%) -- 10.6% chance to 4HKO after Leftovers recovery

Fuck, uhhh it's a great offensive answer so i'll keep it anyway especially since after Sand chip Exca with Adamant (should run on Sand Rush sets) OHKO's Weavile with EQ so it can't Tera to save itself, and it can at least tank 1 hit reliably

i think ttar is a better weab switchin atp LOL, just leave it to two examples no big deal
 
Well at this point why not. The stuff EQ Tyranitar threatens is also threatened by Exca anyway so its basically 4 examples
 
[SET]
Tyranitar @ Leftovers / Smooth Rock
Ability: Sand Stream
Tera type: Ghost / Flying
EVs: 248 HP / 216 SpD / 44 Spe
Careful Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Dragon Tail / Roar / Thunder Wave
- Knock Off
- Stone Edge / Earthquake

[SET COMMENTS]
Specially defensive Tyranitar is a very good utility Pokemon, thanks to its ability to blanket check special attackers like Latios, Heatran, Thundurus, and Slowking Iron Jugulis (I like this example better bc of Scald); Tyranitar also sets up entry hazards which in conjunction with Sand Stream can passively chip down many Pokemon. I'd add here that Sand Stream can be useful for deterring opposing weathers (highlight Ninetales's sun and Alolatales's snow). Dragon Tail is useful to force switches and deal chip damage while taking advantage of Stealth Rock, however Roar is an alternative that doesn't do damage but in return never misses. Thunder Wave is a good speed control option that slows down threats that switch into Tyranitar like Keldeo, Slither Wing Usually doesn't switch in too well, and Cobalion. Stone Edge is Rock-type STAB that threatens Thundurus, Alolan Ninetales, and Mandibuzz; Earthquake is an alternative that threatens Heatran, Tinkaton, and opposing Tyranitar. Leftovers increases Tyranitar’s longevity while Smooth Rock extends Sandstorm’s turns for chip damage and for potential teammates like Excadrill. Tera Ghost is used to deny Rapid Spin and gain an immunity to Fighting-type attacks; Flying is an alternative that becomes immune to Ground-type attacks while also resisting Fighting- and Bug-type attacks. The EV spread outspeeds uninvested Skeledirge and survives 2 Choice Specs Latios Draco Meteors.

Tyranitar fits best on bulky offence and balance teams that appreciate its ability to wall special attackers and set up hazards. Excadrill is a fantastic teammate that takes advantage of the Sand with Sand Rush, provides Rapid Spin support, and checks the likes of Tinkaton and Toxapex. Keldeo answers Pokemon like Heatran, opposing Tyranitar, and Donphan while Tyranitar can handle Latios, Slowking, and Sinistcha I'd maybe change these last two examples to Thundurus and Energy Booster Iron Jugulis as Ttar checks them more comfortably. Skarmory is also another great teammate since it handles physical attackers like Excadrill, Lokix, and Conkeldurr, and Tyranitar handles Thundurus, Heatran, and Skeledirge, Skarmory also provides Spikes support to complement Stealth Rock. Latios appreciates Tyranitar’s ability to check Pokemon like opposing Latios, Mandibuzz, and Iron Jugulis, while Latios beats Fighting- and Ground-type Pokemon like Donphan, Conkeldurr, and Cobalion. Tyranitar also benefits from pivots because of its low speed and many weaknesses, so pivots like Thundurus-T, Latios, and Scizor that can get it in safely are all appreciated.

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[SET]
Specially Defensive (Tyranitar) @ Leftovers / Smooth Rock
Ability: Sand Stream
Tera type: Ghost / Flying
EVs: 248 HP / 216 SpD / 44 Spe
Careful Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Dragon Tail / Roar / Thunder Wave
- Knock Off
- Stone Edge / Earthquake

[SET COMMENTS]
Specially defensive Tyranitar is a very good utility Pokemon, thanks to its ability to blanket check special attackers like Latios, Heatran, Thundurus, and Iron Jugulis; Tyranitar also sets up entry hazards, (AC) which, (AC) in conjunction with Sand Stream, (AC) passively chips chip down many Pokemon, (AC) and removes snow from Ninetales-Alola Alolan Ninetales and sun from Ninetales and Torkoal while limiting the amount of times they can switch in. Dragon Tail is useful to force switches and deal chip damage while taking advantage of Stealth Rock, (RC); (ASC) however, (AC) Roar is an alternative that doesn't do damage but in return never misses. Thunder Wave is a good speed control option that slows down threats that switch into Tyranitar like Keldeo, Tinkaton, and Cobalion. Stone Edge is a Rock-type STAB move that threatens Thundurus, Alolan Ninetales, and Mandibuzz; Earthquake is an alternative that threatens Heatran, Tinkaton, and opposing Tyranitar. Leftovers increases Tyranitar’s Tyranitar's longevity, (AC) while Smooth Rock extends sandstorm’s turns for chip damage and for potential teammates like Excadrill. Tera Ghost is used to deny Rapid Spin and gain an immunity to Fighting-type attacks; Tera Flying is an alternative that becomes makes Tyranitar immune to Ground-type attacks while also resisting letting it resist Fighting- and Bug-type attacks. The EV spread outspeeds uninvested Skeledirge and survives 2 two Choice Specs Latios Draco Meteors.

Tyranitar fits best on bulky offence offense and balance teams that appreciate its ability to wall special attackers and set up entry hazards. Excadrill is a fantastic teammate that takes advantage of the sand with Sand Rush, provides Rapid Spin support, and checks the likes of Tinkaton and Toxapex. Keldeo answers Pokemon like Heatran, opposing Tyranitar, and Donphan, (AC) while Tyranitar can handle Latios, Thundurus, and Iron Jugulis. Skarmory is also another great teammate, (AC) since it handles physical attackers like Excadrill, Lokix, and Conkeldurr, and Tyranitar handles Thundurus, Heatran, and Skeledirge; Skarmory also provides Spikes support to complement Stealth Rock. Latios appreciates Tyranitar’s Tyranitar's ability to check Pokemon like opposing Latios, Mandibuzz, and Iron Jugulis, while Latios beats Fighting- and Ground-type Pokemon like Donphan, Conkeldurr, and Cobalion. Tyranitar also benefits from pivots because of its low Speed and many weaknesses, so pivots like Thundurus-T, Latios, and Scizor that can get it in safely are all appreciated.
[CREDITS]
Written by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/lycopoky.683665/
Quality checked by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/oceanicgamer.650155/
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/hilomilo.313384/
Grammar checked by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/tbolt.555379/

GP Team done
 
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