LGPE OU Alakazam [QC: 3/3] [GP: 2/2] (Done)

[Funbot28]

[OVERVIEW]

Alakazam and its Mega counterpart are both terrifying revenge killers that can swiftly sweep teams, especially late-game. An outstanding base 150 Speed stat after Mega Evolving enables Mega Alakazam to outspeed the entire metagame bar Mega Aerodactyl and Electrode, which both Speed tie it. Mega Alakazam also packs great power alongside a decent special movepool to complement it, with options such as Shadow Ball and Dazzling Gleam alongside its STAB attack allowing it to hit the majority of the metagame for at least neutral damage. Calm Mind further increases its offensive prowess to frightening levels. Unfortunately, despite great Special Defense, Mega Alakazam bears little to no defensive presence due to abysmal HP and Defense, meaning it will often rely on foddering a teammate or pivoting in order to come in safely. Checks such as Melmetal and Alolan Muk are seen on a majority of teams, meaning that Mega Alakazam can often struggle to break through teams carrying the aforementioned threats unless they have been significantly worn down.

[SET]
name: Wallbreaker
move 1: Psychic
move 2: Dazzling Gleam / Recover
move 3: Shadow Ball / Recover
move 4: Calm Mind
item: Alakazite
nature: Timid

[SET COMMENTS]
Set Information
========

Psychic is Mega Alakazam's most powerful STAB option and can break through the majority of its targets while providing a small chance to lower the foe's Special Defense to ease breaking through it. Dazzling Gleam hits Alolan Muk for neutral damage, providing Mega Alakazam the chance to chip it down every time it is forced in. It also has the added benefit of 2HKOing Mega Gyarados after Stealth Rock damage, enabling Mega Alakazam to circumvent an otherwise nuisance to it. Shadow Ball complements Psychic well, targeting Steel- and Psychic-types such as Melmetal and Mew that resist Psychic. Calm Mind can boost Mega Alakazam's offensive presence even further, enabling it to sweep late-game once checks such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal have been significantly weakened. Recover can be useful as a means to increase Mega Alakazam's longevity; however, its poor defenses deny it many chances from doing so often. Furthermore, using Recover forces Mega Alakazam to forego one of its coverage options, meaning that it can have a much more difficult time sweeping when dealing with opposing checks. A Timid nature enables Mega Alakazam to outspeed as many threats as possible alongside letting it Speed tie with Mega Aerodactyl. A Modest nature can be used to offer Mega Alakazam the chance to score 2HKOs against the likes of Melmetal and Snorlax after Stealth Rock. However, this leaves Mega Alakazam outsped by Mega Beedrill and loses out on the Speed tie against Mega Aerodactyl and Electrode.

Usage Tips
========

Mega Alakazam should not be directly switched into attacks, as the majority of moderately strong attackers threaten to OHKO it. Therefore, it is advised to bring it in safely through slow pivoting or by foddering off another teammate. While Mega Alakazam should be spamming its STAB attack the majority of the time, Dazzling Gleam and Shadow Ball should be used to target common switch-ins such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal which Mega Alakazam often forces in and can chip down severely with repeated attacks. Calm Mind should be used versus special attackers or when Mega Alakazam can force a switch out, as its meager defenses dissuade it from stacking boosts safely. Additionally, Mega Alakazam shouldn't set up until checks such as Alolan Muk and Snorlax are in range of boosted attacks, preventing any halts in a sweep. Beware of priority users such as Sucker Punch Alolan Dugtrio, as it can threaten to KO Mega Alakazam before it can even inflict any damage itself.

Team Options
========

Team members such as Nidoqueen and Poliwrath that can help deal with checks such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal are much appreciated. Other offensive threats such as Dragonite, Melmetal, and Alolan Dugtrio can help apply pressure to Mega Alakazam's common switch-ins, while they appreciate Mega Alakazam's ability to revenge kill threatening foes such as Mega Beedrill and Mega Gengar. Alolan Dugtrio also provides Stealth Rock support, which can get crucial chip damage on the opposing team. Pivots such as Mew and Zapdos enable Mega Alakazam to come in more frequently without needing to sacrifice another teammate in order to bring it safely. Mew can also effectively lure in and remove some of Mega Alakazam's checks such as Alolan Muk when running coverage options such as Earthquake and set up moves such as Bulk Up, increasing Mega Alakazam's sweeping potential.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============

Substitute can be a great way to punish switches, as it allows Mega Alakazam to get off at least two hits in the majority of cases. However, foregoing coverage options can hamper Mega Alakazam's ability to dent checks such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal. Encore can be used to lock opposing Pokemon into non-harmful moves such as Stealth Rock and recovery options as well as generally weak moves that do not dent Mega Alakazam greatly. However, as with Substitute, Mega Alakazam often lacks the ability to pull off this option without risking a worse matchup against its checks.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Alolan Muk**: Alolan Muk is one of the only viable Dark-types in the tier apart from Mega Gyarados, meaning it can switch into Mega Alakazam's STAB Psychic safely, while its additional Poison typing offers it a neutrality to Dazzling Gleam. However, Alolan Muk is prone to being worn down and can be chipped enough to the point where Mega Alakazam can KO.

**Alolan Dugtrio**: Alolan Dugtrio can threaten to revenge kill Mega Alakazam with Sucker Punch before it even has the chance to retaliate, however it cannot switch into Mega Alakazam's coverage moves safely unless it is at near full health.

**Melmetal**: While Melmetal may not posses the greatest Special Defense, its typing still offers it the chance to tank STAB Psychic from Mega Alakazam at least twice, while it can OHKO Mega Alakazam with its own STAB move in return. However, Shadow Ball can still severely dent Melmetal, especially if Mega Alakazam is offered the chance to set up a Calm Mind.

**Chansey and Snorlax**: Chansey and Snorlax's high special bulk enables them to switch into Mega Alakazam comfortably, as they can usually avoid being 2HKOed, while the former can cripple Mega Alakazam via Thunder Wave, and the latter can threaten to OHKO it with Facade. However, Snorlax's lack of reliable recovery means it cannot switch into Mega Alakazam repeatedly.

**Mega Gyarados**: Once Mega Evolved, Mega Gyarados can check Mega Alakazam by switching into Psychic and Shadow Ball with little remorse and threaten to OHKO it in return with Crunch. However, it must look out for Dazzling Gleam, especially when Stealth Rock is up, as Mega Alakazam can easily 2HKO it.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Funbot28, 255984]]
- Quality checked by: [[Hayburner, 291554], [Theorymon, 29010], [Ezaphs, 375272]]
- Grammar checked by: [[The Dutch Plumberjack, 232216 ], [Rabia, 336073]]

 

[Funbot28]

Ready for QC!

 

[Hayburner]

[OVERVIEW]
* Alakazam and it's Mega counterpart are both terrifying revenge killers in the metagame that can swiftly sweep teams especially in the late-game.
* Having an outstanding base 150 Speed stat after Mega Evolving enables Mega Alakazam to outspeed the entire metagame bar Mega Aerodactyl and Electrode, where the former remains tied in Speed.
* Mega Alakazam also packs great power alongside a great special movepool to compliment it, where options such as Shadow Ball and Dazzling Gleam alongside it's STAB attack allows it to hit the majority of the metagame for at least neutral damage. Calm Mind may further be used to increase it's special prowess to frightening levels.
* Unfortunately, Mega Alakazam bears little no no defensive presence due to abysmal HP and Defense stats alongside mediocre Special Defense, meaning Mega Alakazam will often rely on foddering a teammate in order to come in safely.
* Common checks such as Melmetal and Alolan Muk are seen on a majority of teams, meaning that Mega Alakazam can often struggle to break through teams carrying the aforementioned threats unless they have been significantly worn down.

[SET]
name: Wallbreaker
move 1: Psychic
move 2: Dazzling Gleam / Recover
move 3: Shadow Ball / Recover
move 4: Calm Mind
item: Alakazite
nature: Timid

[SET COMMENTS]
Set Information
========
* Dazzling Gleam offers Mega Alakazam a chance to hit Alolan Muk for neutral damage, providing it the chance to chip it down repeatably every chance it is forced in.
* Shadow Ball compliments Mega Alakazam's STAB move well, targeting Steel- and Psychic-types who resist Psychic such as Melmetal and Mew respectively.
* Calm Mind can boost Mega Alakazam's offensive presence even further, enabling it the chance to 2HKO Alolan Muk with Dazzling Gleam after Stealth Rock chip.
* Recover can be useful as a means to prolong Mega Alakazam's sustainability, however it's poor defenses prevents it many chances from doing so often.
* A Timid nature enables Mega Alakazam to outspeed as most threats as possible alongside letting it Speed tie with Mega Aerodactyl. A Modest nature can be used as an alternative to offer Mega Alakazam the chance to score 2HKOs against the likes of Melmetal and Snorlax after Stealth Rock chip damage. However, this leaves Mega Alakazam outspeed by Mega Beedrill and lose out on the Speed tie against Mega Aerodactyl.

Usage Tips
========
* Mega Alakazam should not be switched in to directs directly as it can be threaten to be OHKOed by the majority of moderately strong attackers. Therefore, it is advised to bring it in safely through slow pivoting or by foddering off another teammate.
* Calm Mind should be used in situations where Mega Alakazam can force a switch out as its meager defenses dissuades it from stacking boosts safely.
* Beware of priority users such as Sucker Punch Alolan Dugtrio as it can threaten to KO it before it can even output any damage itself.

Team Options
========
* Team members that can that can help deal with checks such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal are much appreciated, with great examples including Nidoqueen and Poliwrath.
* Other offensive threats such as Dragonite, Melmetal, and Alolan Dugtrio can help apply pressure to Mega Alakazam's common switchins while they also appreciate Mega Alakazam's ability to revenge kill threatening foes such as Mega Beedrill and Mega Gengar in return. Alolan Dugtrio also provides Stealth Rock support which can be crucial in providing chip damage to the opposing team.
* Pivots such as Mew and Zapdos enable Mega Alakazam to come in more frequently without needing to sack another teammate in order to bring in Mega Alakazam safely.


[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
* Substitute can be a great way in punishing switchins as it allows Mega Alakazam to pull off at least two hits in the majority of cases. However, foregoing coverage options can hamper Mega Alakazam's ability to dent checks such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal.
* Encore can be used as a means in locking opposing Pokemon into non-harmful moves such as Stealth Rock, recovery, or general weak moves that do not dent Mega Alakazam greatly. However as like it was with Substitute, Mega Alakazam can often not have the ability to pull off these options without risking a worse matchup against its checks.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Alolan Muk**: Alolan Muk is one of the only viable Dark-types in the tier apart from Mega Gyarados, meaning it can switch into Mega Alakazam's STAB safety while its additional Poison-typing also offers it a neutrality to Dazzling Gleam. However, Alolan Muk is prone to being worn down and can be chipped enough to the point where Mega Alakazam can KO it if it is not kept at a high enough of HP.

**Priority**: Priority users such as Alolan Dugtrio can threaten to revenge kill Mega Alakazam with Sucker Punch before it even has the chance to retaliate.

**Melmetal**: While Melmetal may not posses the greatest Special Defense, its typing still offers it the chance to tank STAB Psychic from Mega Alakazam at least twice while it can OHKO it with its own STAB move in return. Although, coverage in Shadow Ball can still severely dent Melmetal, especially if Mega Alakazam is offered the chance to setup a Calm Mind.

**Chansey**: Chansey's high special bulk enables it the chance to switch into Mega Alakazam comfortably as it can usually avoid the risk of being 2HKOed, while it can proceed to cripple it via Thunder Wave or Toxic in return.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Funbot28, 255984]]
- Quality checked by: [[, ], [, ], [, ]]
- Grammar checked by: [[, ], [, ]]

[SET COMMENTS]
you forgot psychic here

Usage Tips
should mention attempting to hit switchins like muk / mel with appropriate coverage because zam forces out a lot

add snorlax to checks and counters, and maybe mention elsewhere where they are brought up

bar Mega Aerodactyl and Electrode, where the former remains tied in Speed.
both are speed ties

also zam sucks lol
qc 1/3

 

[Funbot28]

Implemented, ready for 2/3

 

[Theorymon]

Time to check this mega mofo! Comments in red.

[OVERVIEW]
* Alakazam and it's Mega counterpart are both terrifying revenge killers in the metagame that can swiftly sweep teams especially in the late-game.
* Having an outstanding base 150 Speed stat after Mega Evolving enables Mega Alakazam to outspeed the entire metagame bar Mega Aerodactyl and Electrode, as they both tie in Speed.
* Mega Alakazam also packs great power alongside a great special movepool to compliment it, where options such as Shadow Ball and Dazzling Gleam alongside it's STAB attack allows it to hit the majority of the metagame for at least neutral damage. Calm Mind may further be used to increase it's special prowess to frightening levels.
* Unfortunately, Mega Alakazam bears little no no defensive presence due to abysmal HP and Defense stats alongside mediocre Special Defense, meaning Mega Alakazam will often rely on foddering a teammate or slot pivoting in order to come in safely.
* Common checks such as Melmetal and Alolan Muk are seen on a majority of teams, meaning that Mega Alakazam can often struggle to break through teams carrying the aforementioned threats unless they have been significantly worn down.

[SET]
name: Wallbreaker
move 1: Psychic
move 2: Dazzling Gleam / Recover
move 3: Shadow Ball / Recover
move 4: Calm Mind
item: Alakazite
nature: Timid

[SET COMMENTS]
Set Information
========
* Psychic is Mega Alakazam's most powerful STAB option that can break through the majority of its targets while also providing a small chance to lower the foe's Special Defense to ease breaking.
* Dazzling Gleam offers Mega Alakazam a chance to hit Alolan Muk for neutral damage, providing it the chance to chip it down repeatably every chance it is forced in. I'd also mention that it 2HKOs Mega Gyarados after Stealth Rock damage, who would otherwise crush Mega Alakazam.
* Shadow Ball compliments Mega Alakazam's STAB move well, targeting Steel- and Psychic-types who resist Psychic such as Melmetal and Mew respectively.
* Calm Mind can boost Mega Alakazam's offensive presence even further, enabling it the chance to 2HKO Alolan Muk with Dazzling Gleam after Stealth Rock chip. You actually only have a 2.3% chance to 2HKO Sassy Alolan Muk after Stealth Rock with +1 Dazzling Gleam, and Crunch OHKOs Megazam anyways. Might be best to say that Calm Mind lets Mega Alakazam sweep late game instead.
* Recover can be useful as a means to prolong Mega Alakazam's sustainability, however it's poor defenses prevents it many chances from doing so often. Might also want to mention that the loss in coverage makes it harder for Mega Alakazam to sweep late game.
* A Timid nature enables Mega Alakazam to outspeed as most threats as possible alongside letting it Speed tie with Mega Aerodactyl. A Modest nature can be used as an alternative to offer Mega Alakazam the chance to score 2HKOs against the likes of Melmetal and Snorlax after Stealth Rock chip damage. However, this leaves Mega Alakazam outspeed by Mega Beedrill and lose out on the Speed tie against Mega Aerodactyl. Not as relevant of a threat to Mega Alakazam, but might as well mention that Modest will lose the speedtie to Electrode as well.

Usage Tips
========
* Mega Alakazam should not be switched in to directs directly as it can be threaten to be OHKOed by the majority of moderately strong attackers. Therefore, it is advised to bring it in safely through slow pivoting or by foddering off another teammate.
* While Mega Alakazam should be spamming its STAB attack the majority of the time, Dazzling Gleam and Shadow Ball should be used to target common switchins such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal respectively. This is important as Mega Alakazam often forces them in and can chip them down severely with repeated attacks.
* Calm Mind should be used in situations where Mega Alakazam can force a switch out as its meager defenses dissuades it from stacking boosts safely. I'd also add that its best to set up Calm Mind when common checks like Melmetal and Alolan Muk are in KO range from boosted attacks. So usually, later in the game when stuff is weakened.
* Beware of priority users such as Sucker Punch Alolan Dugtrio as it can threaten to KO it before it can even output any damage itself.

Team Options
========
* Team members that can that can help deal with checks such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal are much appreciated, with great examples including Nidoqueen and Poliwrath.
* Other offensive threats such as Dragonite, Melmetal, and Alolan Dugtrio can help apply pressure to Mega Alakazam's common switchins while they also appreciate Mega Alakazam's ability to revenge kill threatening foes such as Mega Beedrill and Mega Gengar in return. Alolan Dugtrio also provides Stealth Rock support which can be crucial in providing chip damage to the opposing team.
* Pivots such as Mew and Zapdos enable Mega Alakazam to come in more frequently without needing to sack another teammate in order to bring in Mega Alakazam safely. Might also want to mention that Mew can use Earthquake to surprise Alolan Muk switch-ins, some Alolan Muk try to target Mew if they realize you probably don't have Will-O-Wisp.


[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
* Substitute can be a great way in punishing switchins as it allows Mega Alakazam to pull off at least two hits in the majority of cases. However, foregoing coverage options can hamper Mega Alakazam's ability to dent checks such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal.
* Encore can be used as a means in locking opposing Pokemon into non-harmful moves such as Stealth Rock, recovery, or general weak moves that do not dent Mega Alakazam greatly. However as like it was with Substitute, Mega Alakazam can often not have the ability to pull off these options without risking a worse matchup against its checks.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Alolan Muk**: Alolan Muk is one of the only viable Dark-types in the tier apart from Mega Gyarados, meaning it can switch into Mega Alakazam's STAB safety while its additional Poison-typing also offers it a neutrality to Dazzling Gleam. However, Alolan Muk is prone to being worn down and can be chipped enough to the point where Mega Alakazam can KO it if it is not kept at a high enough of HP.

**Priority**: Priority users such as Alolan Dugtrio can threaten to revenge kill Mega Alakazam with Sucker Punch before it even has the chance to retaliate.

**Melmetal**: While Melmetal may not posses the greatest Special Defense, its typing still offers it the chance to tank STAB Psychic from Mega Alakazam at least twice while it can OHKO it with its own STAB move in return. Although, coverage in Shadow Ball can still severely dent Melmetal, especially if Mega Alakazam is offered the chance to setup a Calm Mind.

**Chansey and Snorlax**: Chansey and Snorlax's high special bulk enables them the chance to switch into Mega Alakazam comfortably as it can usually avoid the risk of being 2HKOed, while the former can cripple Mega Alakazam via Thunder Wave and the ladder can threaten to OHKO it with Facade. However, Snorlax's lack of reliable recovery means it cannot switch into Mega Alakazam repeatedly.

I think it might be worth mentioning Mega Gyarados. Being weak to Dazzling Gleam is a big issue, but it takes almost nothing from Shadow Ball, and a healthy one will force Mega Alakazam out.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Funbot28, 255984]]
- Quality checked by: [[Hayburner, 291554], [, ], [, ]]
- Grammar checked by: [[, ], [, ]]

After you implement this stuff, consider this QC Approved 2/3!

 

[Funbot28]

Time to check this mega mofo! Comments in red.
After you implement this stuff, consider this QC Approved 2/3!

Implemented and written up. Ready for Final check!

 

[Eve]

This looks pretty comprehensive already, not got too much to add :]
remove add comments

[OVERVIEW]

Alakazam and it's Mega counterpart are both terrifying revenge killers in the metagame that can swiftly sweep teams especially in the late-game. Having an outstanding base 150 Speed stat after Mega Evolving enables Mega Alakazam to outspeed the entire metagame bar Mega Aerodactyl and Electrode, as they both tie in Speed. Mega Alakazam also packs great power alongside a great decent it could be a lot better tbh special movepool to compliment it, where options such as Shadow Ball and Dazzling Gleam alongside it's STAB attack allows it to hit the majority of the metagame for at least neutral damage. Calm Mind may further be used to increase it's special prowess to frightening levels. Unfortunately, Mega Alakazam bears little no no defensive presence due to abysmal HP and Defense stats alongside mediocre Special Defense 105 is really good, meaning Mega Alakazam will often rely on foddering a teammate or slot pivoting in order to come in safely. Common checks such as Melmetal and Alolan Muk are seen on a majority of teams, meaning that Mega Alakazam can often struggle to break through teams carrying the aforementioned threats unless they have been significantly worn down.

[SET]
name: Wallbreaker
move 1: Psychic
move 2: Dazzling Gleam / Recover
move 3: Shadow Ball / Recover
move 4: Calm Mind
item: Alakazite
nature: Timid

[SET COMMENTS]
Set Information
========

Psychic is Mega Alakazam's most powerful STAB option that can break through the majority of its targets while also providing a small chance to lower the foe's Special Defense to ease breaking. Dazzling Gleam offers Mega Alakazam a chance to hit Alolan Muk for neutral damage, providing it the chance to chip it down repeatably every chance it is forced in. It also has the added benefit of 2HKOing Mega Gyarados after Stealth Rock chip, enabling Mega Alakazam to circumvent an otherwise nuisance to it. Shadow Ball compliments Mega Alakazam's STAB move well, targeting Steel- and Psychic-types who resist Psychic such as Melmetal and Mew respectively. Calm Mind can boost Mega Alakazam's offensive presence even further, enabling it to ensure a sweep lategame once checks such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal have been significantly weakened. Recover can be useful as a means to prolong Mega Alakazam's sustainability, however it's poor defenses prevents it many chances from doing so often. However, this forces Mega Alakazam to forego one of its coverage options, meaning that it can have a much more difficult time sweeping when dealing with opposing checks. A Timid nature enables Mega Alakazam to outspeed as most threats as possible alongside letting it Speed tie with Mega Aerodactyl. A Modest nature can be used as an alternative to offer Mega Alakazam the chance to score 2HKOs against the likes of Melmetal and Snorlax after Stealth Rock chip damage. However, this leaves Mega Alakazam outspeed by Mega Beedrill and lose out on the Speed tie against Mega Aerodactyl and Electrode.

Usage Tips
========

Mega Alakazam should not be switched in to directs directly as it can be threaten to be OHKOed by the majority of moderately strong attackers. Therefore, it is advised to bring it in safely through slow pivoting or by foddering off another teammate. While Mega Alakazam should be spamming its STAB attack the majority of the time, Dazzling Gleam and Shadow Ball should be used to target common switchins such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal respectively. This is important as Mega Alakazam often forces them in and can chip them down severely with repeated attacks. Calm Mind should be used versus special attackers or in situations where Mega Alakazam can force a switch out as its meager defenses dissuades it from stacking boosts safely or when checks such as Alolan Muk and Snorlax are in range of boosted attacks, preventing any halts in a sweep. Beware of priority users such as Sucker Punch Alolan Dugtrio as it can threaten to KO it before it can even output any damage itself.

Team Options
========

Team members that can that can help deal with checks such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal are much appreciated, with great examples including Nidoqueen and Poliwrath. Other offensive threats such as Dragonite, Melmetal, and Alolan Dugtrio can help apply pressure to Mega Alakazam's common switchins while they also appreciate Mega Alakazam's ability to revenge kill threatening foes such as Mega Beedrill and Mega Gengar in return. Alolan Dugtrio also provides Stealth Rock support which can be crucial in providing chip damage to the opposing team. Pivots such as Mew and Zapdos enable Mega Alakazam to come in more frequently without needing to sack another teammate in order to bring in Mega Alakazam safely. Mew can also effectively lure some of Mega Alakazam's check such as Alolan Muk when running coverage options such as Earthquake, easing Mega Alakazam's sweeping potential.


[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============

Substitute can be a great way in punishing switchins as it allows Mega Alakazam to pull off at least two hits in the majority of cases. However, foregoing coverage options can hamper Mega Alakazam's ability to dent checks such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal. Encore can be used as a means in locking opposing Pokemon into non-harmful moves such as Stealth Rock, recovery, or general weak moves that do not dent Mega Alakazam greatly. However as like it was with Substitute, Mega Alakazam can often not have the ability to pull off these options without risking a worse matchup against its checks.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Alolan Muk**: Alolan Muk is one of the only viable Dark-types in the tier apart from Mega Gyarados, meaning it can switch into Mega Alakazam's STAB safety while its additional Poison-typing also offers it a neutrality to Dazzling Gleam. However, Alolan Muk is prone to being worn down and can be chipped enough to the point where Mega Alakazam can KO it if it is not kept at a high enough of HP.

**Priority**: Priority users such as Alolan Dugtrio can threaten to revenge kill Mega Alakazam with Sucker Punch before it even has the chance to retaliate.

**Melmetal**: While Melmetal may not posses the greatest Special Defense, its typing still offers it the chance to tank STAB Psychic from Mega Alakazam at least twice while it can OHKO it with its own STAB move in return. Although, coverage in Shadow Ball can still severely dent Melmetal, especially if Mega Alakazam is offered the chance to setup a Calm Mind.

**Chansey and Snorlax**: Chansey and Snorlax's high special bulk enables them the chance to switch into Mega Alakazam comfortably as it can usually avoid the risk of being 2HKOed, while the former can cripple Mega Alakazam via Thunder Wave and the ladder can threaten to OHKO it with Facade. However, Snorlax's lack of reliable recovery means it cannot switch into Mega Alakazam repeatedly.

**Mega Gyarados**: Once Mega Evolved, Mega Gyarados can check Mega Alakazam by switching into Psychic and Shadow Ball with little remorse and threaten to OHKO it in return with Crunch. However, it must fear Dazzling Gleam especially when Stealth Rock is up as Mega Alakazam can easily 2HKO it otherwise.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Funbot28, 255984]]
- Quality checked by: [[Hayburner, 291554], [Theorymon, 29010], [, ]]
- Grammar checked by: [[, ], [, ]]

With those three changes QC 3/3!

 

[Funbot28]

This looks pretty comprehensive already, not got too much to add :]
remove add comments


With those three changes QC 3/3!

Implemented and now ready for GP!

 

[Lumari]

remove add / fix (comments); (AC=add comma; RC=remove comma; SC=semicolon)
GP 1/2

check

[OVERVIEW]

Alakazam and it's its Mega counterpart are both terrifying revenge killers in the metagame that can swiftly sweep teams especially in the late-game. Having An outstanding base 150 Speed stat after Mega Evolving enables Mega Alakazam to outspeed the entire metagame bar Mega Aerodactyl and Electrode, as they which both Speed tie in Speed it. Mega Alakazam also packs great power alongside a decent special movepool to compliment complement it, where with options such as Shadow Ball and Dazzling Gleam alongside it's its STAB attack allows allowing it to hit the majority of the metagame for at least neutral damage. Calm Mind may further be used to increase it's its special prowess to frightening levels. Unfortunately, despite great Special Defense, Mega Alakazam bears little no to no defensive presence due to abysmal HP and Defense stats alongside great Special Defense, meaning Mega Alakazam will often rely on foddering a teammate or slot pivoting in order to come in safely. Common Checks (repeated later in sentence) such as Melmetal and Alolan Muk are seen on a majority of teams, meaning that Mega Alakazam can often struggle to break through teams carrying the aforementioned threats unless they have been significantly worn down.

[SET]
name: Wallbreaker
move 1: Psychic
move 2: Dazzling Gleam / Recover
move 3: Shadow Ball / Recover
move 4: Calm Mind
item: Alakazite
nature: Timid

[SET COMMENTS]
Set Information
========

Psychic is Mega Alakazam's most powerful STAB option that can break through the majority of its targets while also providing a small chance to lower the foe's Special Defense to ease breaking through it. Dazzling Gleam offers Mega Alakazam a chance way (repetition) to hit Alolan Muk for neutral damage, providing it the chance to chip it down repeatably every chance time it is forced in. It also has the added benefit of 2HKOing Mega Gyarados after Stealth Rock chip damage, enabling Mega Alakazam to circumvent an otherwise nuisance to it. Shadow Ball compliments complements Mega Alakazam's STAB move well, targeting Steel- and Psychic-types who that resist Psychic such as Melmetal and Mew respectively. Calm Mind can boost Mega Alakazam's offensive presence even further, enabling it to ensure a sweep lategame late-game once checks such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal have been significantly weakened. Recover can be useful as a means to prolong Mega Alakazam's sustainability; (SC) however, (AC) it's its poor defenses prevents deny it many chances from doing so often. However, this Furthermore, using Recover forces Mega Alakazam to forego one of its coverage options, meaning that it can have a much more difficult time sweeping when dealing with opposing checks. A Timid nature enables Mega Alakazam to outspeed as most many threats as possible alongside letting it Speed tie with Mega Aerodactyl. A Modest nature can be used as an alternative to offer Mega Alakazam the chance to score 2HKOs against the likes of Melmetal and Snorlax after Stealth Rock chip damage. However, this leaves Mega Alakazam outspeed outsped by Mega Beedrill and lose out on the Speed tie against Mega Aerodactyl and Electrode.

Usage Tips
========

Mega Alakazam should not be switched in to directs into attacks directly, (AC) as it can be threaten to be OHKOed by the majority of moderately strong attackers threaten to OHKO it. Therefore, it is advised to bring it in safely through slow pivoting or by foddering off another teammate. While Mega Alakazam should be spamming its STAB attack the majority of the time, Dazzling Gleam and Shadow Ball should be used to target common switchins switch-ins such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal, (AC) respectively, (comma) This is important as which Mega Alakazam often forces them in and can chip them down severely with repeated attacks. Calm Mind should be used versus special attackers or in situations where Mega Alakazam can force a switch out, (AC) as its meager defenses dissuades dissuade it from stacking boosts safely, (AC) or when checks such as Alolan Muk and Snorlax are in range of boosted attacks, preventing any halts in a sweep. Beware of priority users such as Sucker Punch Alolan Dugtrio, (AC) as it can threaten to KO it Mega Alakazam before it can even output inflict any damage itself.

Team Options
========

Team members that can that can help deal with checks such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal are much appreciated, with great examples including Nidoqueen and Poliwrath. Other offensive threats such as Dragonite, Melmetal, and Alolan Dugtrio can help apply pressure to Mega Alakazam's common switchins switch-ins, while they also appreciate Mega Alakazam's ability to revenge kill threatening foes such as Mega Beedrill and Mega Gengar in return. Alolan Dugtrio also provides Stealth Rock support, (AC) which can be crucial in providing leave crucial chip damage to on the opposing team. Pivots such as Mew and Zapdos enable Mega Alakazam to come in more frequently without needing to sack sacrifice another teammate in order to bring in Mega Alakazam safely. Mew can also effectively lure some of Mega Alakazam's check such as Alolan Muk when running coverage options such as Earthquake, easing increasing Mega Alakazam's sweeping potential.


[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============

Substitute can be a great way in punishing switchins to punish switches, as it allows Mega Alakazam to pull get off at least two hits in the majority of cases. However, foregoing coverage options can hamper Mega Alakazam's ability to dent checks such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal. Encore can be used as a means in of locking opposing Pokemon into non-harmful moves such as Stealth Rock, recovery, or general weak moves that do not dent Mega Alakazam greatly. However, (AC) as like it was with Substitute, Mega Alakazam can often not have lacks the ability to pull off these options without risking a worse matchup against its checks.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Alolan Muk**: Alolan Muk is one of the only viable Dark-types in the tier apart from Mega Gyarados, meaning it can switch into Mega Alakazam's STAB safety safely while its additional Poison-typing also offers it a neutrality to Dazzling Gleam. However, Alolan Muk is prone to being worn down and can be chipped enough to the point where Mega Alakazam can KO it if it is not kept at a high enough of HP.

**Priority**: Priority users such as Alolan Dugtrio can threaten to revenge kill Mega Alakazam with Sucker Punch before it even has the chance to retaliate.

**Melmetal**: While Melmetal may not posses the greatest Special Defense, its typing still offers it the chance to tank STAB Psychic from Mega Alakazam at least twice while it can OHKO it with its own STAB move in return. Although, However, coverage in Shadow Ball can still severely dent Melmetal, especially if Mega Alakazam is offered the chance to setup set up a Calm Mind.

**Chansey and Snorlax**: Chansey and Snorlax's high special bulk enables them the chance to switch into Mega Alakazam comfortably, (AC) as it they can usually avoid the risk of being 2HKOed, while the former can cripple Mega Alakazam via Thunder Wave and the ladder latter can threaten to OHKO it with Facade. However, Snorlax's lack of reliable recovery means it cannot switch into Mega Alakazam repeatedly.

**Mega Gyarados**: Once Mega Evolved, Mega Gyarados can check Mega Alakazam by switching into Psychic and Shadow Ball with little remorse and threaten to OHKO it in return with Crunch. However, it must fear look out for Dazzling Gleam, (AC) especially when Stealth Rock is up, (AC) as Mega Alakazam can easily 2HKO it otherwise.

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[OVERVIEW]

Alakazam and it's its Mega counterpart are both terrifying revenge killers in the metagame that can swiftly sweep teams especially in the late-game. Having An outstanding base 150 Speed stat after Mega Evolving enables Mega Alakazam to outspeed the entire metagame bar Mega Aerodactyl and Electrode, as they which both Speed tie in Speed it. Mega Alakazam also packs great power alongside a decent special movepool to compliment complement it, where with options such as Shadow Ball and Dazzling Gleam alongside it's its STAB attack allows allowing it to hit the majority of the metagame for at least neutral damage. Calm Mind may further be used to increase it's its special prowess to frightening levels. Unfortunately, despite great Special Defense, Mega Alakazam bears little no to no defensive presence due to abysmal HP and Defense stats alongside great Special Defense, meaning Mega Alakazam will often rely on foddering a teammate or slot pivoting in order to come in safely. Common Checks (repeated later in sentence) such as Melmetal and Alolan Muk are seen on a majority of teams, meaning that Mega Alakazam can often struggle to break through teams carrying the aforementioned threats unless they have been significantly worn down.

[SET]
name: Wallbreaker
move 1: Psychic
move 2: Dazzling Gleam / Recover
move 3: Shadow Ball / Recover
move 4: Calm Mind
item: Alakazite
nature: Timid

[SET COMMENTS]
Set Information
========

Psychic is Mega Alakazam's most powerful STAB option that can break through the majority of its targets while also providing a small chance to lower the foe's Special Defense to ease breaking through it. Dazzling Gleam offers Mega Alakazam a chance way (repetition) to hit Alolan Muk for neutral damage, providing it the chance to chip it down repeatably every chance time it is forced in. It also has the added benefit of 2HKOing Mega Gyarados after Stealth Rock chip damage, enabling Mega Alakazam to circumvent an otherwise nuisance to it. Shadow Ball compliments complements Mega Alakazam's STAB move well, targeting Steel- and Psychic-types who that resist Psychic such as Melmetal and Mew respectively. Calm Mind can boost Mega Alakazam's offensive presence even further, enabling it to ensure a sweep lategame late-game once checks such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal have been significantly weakened. Recover can be useful as a means to prolong Mega Alakazam's sustainability; (SC) however, (AC) it's its poor defenses prevents deny it many chances from doing so often. However, this Furthermore, using Recover forces Mega Alakazam to forego one of its coverage options, meaning that it can have a much more difficult time sweeping when dealing with opposing checks. A Timid nature enables Mega Alakazam to outspeed as most many threats as possible alongside letting it Speed tie with Mega Aerodactyl. A Modest nature can be used as an alternative to offer Mega Alakazam the chance to score 2HKOs against the likes of Melmetal and Snorlax after Stealth Rock chip damage. However, this leaves Mega Alakazam outspeed outsped by Mega Beedrill and lose out on the Speed tie against Mega Aerodactyl and Electrode.

Usage Tips
========

Mega Alakazam should not be switched in to directs into attacks directly, (AC) as it can be threaten to be OHKOed by the majority of moderately strong attackers threaten to OHKO it. Therefore, it is advised to bring it in safely through slow pivoting or by foddering off another teammate. While Mega Alakazam should be spamming its STAB attack the majority of the time, Dazzling Gleam and Shadow Ball should be used to target common switchins switch-ins such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal, (AC) respectively, (comma) This is important as which Mega Alakazam often forces them in and can chip them down severely with repeated attacks. Calm Mind should be used versus special attackers or in situations where Mega Alakazam can force a switch out, (AC) as its meager defenses dissuades dissuade it from stacking boosts safely, (AC) or when checks such as Alolan Muk and Snorlax are in range of boosted attacks, preventing any halts in a sweep. Beware of priority users such as Sucker Punch Alolan Dugtrio, (AC) as it can threaten to KO it Mega Alakazam before it can even output inflict any damage itself.

Team Options
========

Team members that can that can help deal with checks such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal are much appreciated, with great examples including Nidoqueen and Poliwrath. Other offensive threats such as Dragonite, Melmetal, and Alolan Dugtrio can help apply pressure to Mega Alakazam's common switchins switch-ins, while they also appreciate Mega Alakazam's ability to revenge kill threatening foes such as Mega Beedrill and Mega Gengar in return. Alolan Dugtrio also provides Stealth Rock support, (AC) which can be crucial in providing leave crucial chip damage to on the opposing team. Pivots such as Mew and Zapdos enable Mega Alakazam to come in more frequently without needing to sack sacrifice another teammate in order to bring in Mega Alakazam safely. Mew can also effectively lure some of Mega Alakazam's check such as Alolan Muk when running coverage options such as Earthquake, easing increasing Mega Alakazam's sweeping potential.


[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============

Substitute can be a great way in punishing switchins to punish switches, as it allows Mega Alakazam to pull get off at least two hits in the majority of cases. However, foregoing coverage options can hamper Mega Alakazam's ability to dent checks such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal. Encore can be used as a means in of locking opposing Pokemon into non-harmful moves such as Stealth Rock, recovery, or general weak moves that do not dent Mega Alakazam greatly. However, (AC) as like it was with Substitute, Mega Alakazam can often not have lacks the ability to pull off these options without risking a worse matchup against its checks.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Alolan Muk**: Alolan Muk is one of the only viable Dark-types in the tier apart from Mega Gyarados, meaning it can switch into Mega Alakazam's STAB safety safely while its additional Poison-typing also offers it a neutrality to Dazzling Gleam. However, Alolan Muk is prone to being worn down and can be chipped enough to the point where Mega Alakazam can KO it if it is not kept at a high enough of HP.

**Priority**: Priority users such as Alolan Dugtrio can threaten to revenge kill Mega Alakazam with Sucker Punch before it even has the chance to retaliate.

**Melmetal**: While Melmetal may not posses the greatest Special Defense, its typing still offers it the chance to tank STAB Psychic from Mega Alakazam at least twice while it can OHKO it with its own STAB move in return. Although, However, coverage in Shadow Ball can still severely dent Melmetal, especially if Mega Alakazam is offered the chance to setup set up a Calm Mind.

**Chansey and Snorlax**: Chansey and Snorlax's high special bulk enables them the chance to switch into Mega Alakazam comfortably, (AC) as it they can usually avoid the risk of being 2HKOed, while the former can cripple Mega Alakazam via Thunder Wave and the ladder latter can threaten to OHKO it with Facade. However, Snorlax's lack of reliable recovery means it cannot switch into Mega Alakazam repeatedly.

**Mega Gyarados**: Once Mega Evolved, Mega Gyarados can check Mega Alakazam by switching into Psychic and Shadow Ball with little remorse and threaten to OHKO it in return with Crunch. However, it must fear look out for Dazzling Gleam, (AC) especially when Stealth Rock is up, (AC) as Mega Alakazam can easily 2HKO it otherwise.

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[OVERVIEW]

Alakazam and its Mega counterpart are both terrifying revenge killers that can swiftly sweep teams,(AC) especially late-game. An outstanding base 150 Speed stat after Mega Evolving enables Mega Alakazam to outspeed the entire metagame bar Mega Aerodactyl and Electrode, which both Speed tie it. Mega Alakazam also packs great power alongside a decent special movepool to complement it, with options such as Shadow Ball and Dazzling Gleam alongside its STAB attack allowing it to hit the majority of the metagame for at least neutral damage. Calm Mind may further be used to increase increases its special offensive prowess to frightening levels. Unfortunately, despite great Special Defense, Mega Alakazam bears little to no defensive presence due to abysmal HP and Defense stats, meaning Mega Alakazam it will often rely on foddering a teammate or slot pivoting in order to come in safely. Checks such as Melmetal and Alolan Muk are seen on a majority of teams, meaning that Mega Alakazam can often struggle to break through teams carrying the aforementioned threats unless they have been significantly worn down.

[SET]
name: Wallbreaker
move 1: Psychic
move 2: Dazzling Gleam / Recover
move 3: Shadow Ball / Recover
move 4: Calm Mind
item: Alakazite
nature: Timid

[SET COMMENTS]
Set Information
========

Psychic is Mega Alakazam's most powerful STAB option that and can break through the majority of its targets while also providing a small chance to lower the foe's Special Defense to ease breaking through it. Dazzling Gleam offers Mega Alakazam a way to hit hits Alolan Muk for neutral damage, providing it Mega Alakazam the chance to chip it down every time it is forced in. It also has the added benefit of 2HKOing Mega Gyarados after Stealth Rock damage, enabling Mega Alakazam to circumvent an otherwise nuisance to it. Shadow Ball complements Mega Alakazam's STAB move Psychic well, targeting Steel- and Psychic-types such as Melmetal and Mew that resist Psychic such as Melmetal and Mew. Calm Mind can boost Mega Alakazam's offensive presence even further, enabling it to ensure a sweep late-game once checks such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal have been significantly weakened. Recover can be useful as a means to prolong increase Mega Alakazam's sustainability longevity; however, its poor defenses deny it many chances from doing so often. Furthermore, using Recover forces Mega Alakazam to forego one of its coverage options, meaning that it can have a much more difficult time sweeping when dealing with opposing checks. A Timid nature enables Mega Alakazam to outspeed as many threats as possible alongside letting it Speed tie with Mega Aerodactyl. A Modest nature can be used as an alternative to offer Mega Alakazam the chance to score 2HKOs against the likes of Melmetal and Snorlax after Stealth Rock chip damage. However, this leaves Mega Alakazam outsped by Mega Beedrill and lose loses out on the Speed tie against Mega Aerodactyl and Electrode.

Usage Tips
========

Mega Alakazam should not be directly switched into attacks directly, as it the majority of moderately strong attackers threaten to OHKO it. Therefore, it is advised to bring it in safely through slow pivoting or by foddering off another teammate. While Mega Alakazam should be spamming its STAB attack the majority of the time, Dazzling Gleam and Shadow Ball should be used to target common switch-ins such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal, respectively,(RC) which Mega Alakazam often forces in and can chip down severely with repeated attacks. Calm Mind should be used versus special attackers or in situations where when Mega Alakazam can force a switch out, as its meager defenses dissuade it from stacking boosts safely,(RC) or when checks such as Alolan Muk and Snorlax are in range of boosted attacks, preventing any halts in a sweep. Additionally, Mega Alakazam shouldn't set up until checks such as Alolan Muk and Snorlax are in range of boosted attacks, preventing any halts in a sweep. Beware of priority users such as Sucker Punch Alolan Dugtrio, as it can threaten to KO Mega Alakazam before it can even inflict any damage itself.

Team Options
========

Team members such as Nidoqueen and Poliwrath that can that can help deal with checks such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal are much appreciated,(RC) with great examples including Nidoqueen and Poliwrath. Other offensive threats such as Dragonite, Melmetal, and Alolan Dugtrio can help apply pressure to Mega Alakazam's common switch-ins, while they appreciate Mega Alakazam's ability to revenge kill threatening foes such as Mega Beedrill and Mega Gengar in return. Alolan Dugtrio also provides Stealth Rock support, which can leave get crucial chip damage on the opposing team. Pivots such as Mew and Zapdos enable Mega Alakazam to come in more frequently without needing to sacrifice another teammate in order to bring it in Mega Alakazam safely. Mew can also effectively lure in and remove some of Mega Alakazam's check checks such as Alolan Muk when running coverage options such as Earthquake, increasing Mega Alakazam's sweeping potential.(maybe note another check and another coverage move that Mew can use to bop it?)

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============

Substitute can be a great way to punish switches, as it allows Mega Alakazam to get off at least two hits in the majority of cases. However, foregoing coverage options can hamper Mega Alakazam's ability to dent checks such as Alolan Muk and Melmetal. Encore can be used as a means of locking to lock opposing Pokemon into non-harmful moves such as Stealth Rock,(RC) recovery, or general and recovery options as well as generally weak moves that do not dent Mega Alakazam greatly. However, as with Substitute, Mega Alakazam often lacks the ability to pull off these options this option without risking a worse matchup against its checks.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Alolan Muk**: Alolan Muk is one of the only viable Dark-types in the tier apart from Mega Gyarados, meaning it can switch into Mega Alakazam's STAB Psychic safely,(AC) while its additional Poison typing(RH) also offers it a neutrality to Dazzling Gleam. However, Alolan Muk is prone to being worn down and can be chipped enough to the point where Mega Alakazam can KO it if it is not kept at a high enough of HP.

**Priority Moves**: Priority users such as Alolan Dugtrio can threaten to revenge kill Mega Alakazam with Sucker Punch before it even has the chance to retaliate.(are there other priority move users in the tier? are there other Sucker Punch users? doesn't really make sense to me that this section isn't just called "Alolan Dugtrio")

**Melmetal**: While Melmetal may not posses the greatest Special Defense, its typing still offers it the chance to tank STAB Psychic from Mega Alakazam at least twice,(AC) while it can OHKO it Mega Alakazam with its own STAB move in return. However, coverage in Shadow Ball can still severely dent Melmetal, especially if Mega Alakazam is offered the chance to set up a Calm Mind.

**Chansey and Snorlax**: Chansey and Snorlax's high special bulk enables them to switch into Mega Alakazam comfortably, as they can usually avoid the risk of being 2HKOed, while the former can cripple Mega Alakazam via Thunder Wave,(AC) and the latter can threaten to OHKO it with Facade. However, Snorlax's lack of reliable recovery means it cannot switch into Mega Alakazam repeatedly.

**Mega Gyarados**: Once Mega Evolved, Mega Gyarados can check Mega Alakazam by switching into Psychic and Shadow Ball with little remorse and threaten to OHKO it in return with Crunch. However, it must look out for Dazzling Gleam, especially when Stealth Rock is up, as Mega Alakazam can easily 2HKO it.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Funbot28, 255984]]
- Quality checked by: [[Hayburner, 291554], [Theorymon, 29010], [Ezaphs, 375272]]
- Grammar checked by: [[The Dutch Plumberjack, 232216 ], [Rabia, 336073]]

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