The 2v2 Doubles Council has elected to suspect test Tornadus.
Reasoning:
Ever since the onset of the second DLC’s addition of Pokemon, Tornadus has found itself as an extremely potent threat within the Generation 8 2v2 Doubles metagame. The mechanic shifts in Generation 8 have given it an even more potent Prankster Tailwind than it had the previous generations, making it an even greater facilitator for a speed-oriented offense. Alongside that, Tornadus brings with it great STAB and coverage to boot.
While Tornadus is quite powerful, it does have its downsides. It’s not the bulkiest Pokemon around, leaving it quite vulnerable to Super-effective attacks from the metagame’s various attackers, which, considering it is a pure Flying-type, isn’t that uncommon. Also, Tornadus’s STABs, while potent, do come with problems relating to accuracy.
Information:
- Reading this is mandatory to participate in the suspect test. The voting requirements are a minimum GXE of 77 with at least 25 games played.
- You must use a fresh account that begins with the given prefix for this suspect test. That prefix is 2vTS. For example, I could signup and qualify with the name 2vTS Mubs.
- Tornadus will be allowed on the ladder during the suspect.
- The suspect test will go for two weeks on Wednesday, December 8, 2021 (11:59 pm ET).
- Upon meeting requirements to vote, post the proof in this thread. Feel free to also use this thread as a means to discuss whether you believe Tornadus should be banned or not.
- It is mandatory to provide proof of ownership of the alt account as well. (Post a picture of your reqs with your smogon name featured).
Have fun laddering!
