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:landorus_therian: Choice Scarf (Landorus-T) @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Intimidate
EVs: 8 HP / 240 Atk / 8 SpD / 252 Spe
Tera Type: Ice / Flying
Jolly Nature
- Earthquake
- Tera Blast
- Stone Edge
- U-turn

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Choice Scarf Landorus-T is an excellent revenge killer and offensive pivot that is able to surprise opponents expecting the defensive set. Tera Blast is an incredibly valuable offensive tool for Landorus-T, expanding its coverage and amplifying its threat; Tera Blast Ice allows it to OHKO Gliscor, Hydrapple, and opposing Landorus-T that would otherwise be able to switch into it, but Tera Flying turns Tera Blast into a brutally powerful STAB option that meaningfully threatens Zamazenta while still slamming Great Tusk, Sinistcha, and Hydrapple, in addition to maintaining its Ground immunity and Fighting resistance. Stone Edge discourages Moltres and Zapdos from safely switching in and grants it additonal coverage against Flying-types if another teammate has already Terastallized. U-turn allows Landorus-T to generate momentum for its team while safely bringing in one of its teammates; its boosted Speed makes it an excellent user of the move. Minimal investment in bulk is recommended, as it allows Landorus-T to survive Gholdengo's Make It Rain after Stealth Rock and Ogerpon-W's Ivy Cudgel from full HP.

This set is mostly seen on bulky offense teams that appreciate its role as a pivot and a revenge killer. Galarian Slowking is an excellent partner for it, as it can reliably handle Pokemon such as Iron Valiant, Iron Moth, and Choice Scarf Enamorus that would otherwise outspeed it, and it appreciates Landorus-T for being able to threaten the likes of Kingambit and Roaring Moon. Backup defensive switch-ins like Great Tusk and Corviknight are appreciated; they provide Landorus-T with extra insurance against Kingambit and Gliscor, and act as much-needed hazard control for when Landorus-T needs to Terastallize. Kingambit and Roaring Moon are also fantastic partners for Landorus-T, and can punish Pokemon like Great Tusk and Flying-types such as Dragonite and Enamorus for attempting to exploit Landorus-T if it's locked into a resisted move. Lastly, Landorus-T struggles to break past physically defensive walls, notably Alomomola and Corviknight; thus, wallbreakers such as Ogerpon-W and powerful special attackers such as Raging Bolt and Kyurem make for incredibly valuable teammates and can enable it to pick off weakened foes late-game. These Pokemon also greatly enjoy having Landorus-T bringing them onto the field with its fast U-turn, in addition to it picking off faster threats like Dragapult and Darkrai. Kingambit is another Pokemon that appreciates having a fast pivot that provides it with a safe entry point and can open up for a late-game sweep. Landorus-T also enjoys Kingambit's powerful Sucker Punch for being able to pick off faster Pokemon like Iron Moth and Walking Wake.

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:landorus_therian: Choice Scarf (Landorus-T) @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Intimidate
EVs: 8 HP / 240 Atk / 8 SpD / 252 Spe
Tera Type: Ice / Flying
Jolly Nature
- Earthquake
- Tera Blast
- Stone Edge
- U-turn

Choice Scarf Landorus-T is an excellent revenge killer and offensive pivot that is able to take opponents expecting the defensive set by surprise. Tera Blast is an incredibly valuable offensive tool for Landorus-T, expanding its coverage and exemplifying its threat; Tera Ice allows it to OHKO Gliscor and opposing Landorus-T that would otherwise be able to check it (im not sure if 'checking' is the right word for other lando, maybe just say "...which commonly switch in..." or something?), however Tera Flying turns Tera Blast into a brutally powerful STAB option that meaningfully threatens Zamazenta while still maintaining its Ground immunity and Fighting resistance (id also mention hydrapple for these teras bc its popping up a lot rn). Stone Edge discourages Moltres from safely switching in and grants it additonal coverage against Flying-types if Tera has already been used. U-turn allows Landorus-T to generate momentum for its team while safely bringing in one of its teammates, its boosted Speed making it an excellent user of the move. Minimal investment in bulk is recommended, as it allows Landorus-T to survive Gholdengo's Make It Rain after Stealth Rock and Ogerpon-W's Ivy Cudgel from full HP.

This set is mostly seen on bulky offense teams that appreciate its role as a pivot and a revenge killer. Galarian Slowking is an excellent partner for it as it can reliably handle Pokemon such as Iron Valiant, Iron Moth, and Choice Scarf Enamorus that would otherwise outspeed it, and appreciates Landorus-T for being able to threaten the likes of Kingambit and Roaring Moon. Great Tusk is another strong teammate and provides extra assurance against Kingambit and Gliscor, in addition to acting as much-needed hazard control for when Landorus-T needs to Terastallize. Lastly, Landorus-T struggles to break past physically defensive walls, notably Alomomola and Corviknight; thus, wallbreakers such as Ogerpon-W and powerful special attackers such as Raging Bolt and Kyurem make for incredibly valuable teammates and can enable it to pick off weakened foes late-game. These Pokemon also greatly enjoy having Landorus-T pick off faster threats like Dragapult and Darkrai. (id emphasize on the pivoting aspect of lando: like being able to bring strong wallbreakers in for them to do things over like, just covering weaknesses yknow. the most common 6 with scarf lando atm is lando/gking/oger/tusk/bolt/gambit-- u did a good job covering 4/5 partners. id mention gambit in this para as well)

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not much to add, qc 1/2
 
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:landorus_therian: Choice Scarf (Landorus-T) @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Intimidate
EVs: 8 HP / 240 Atk / 8 SpD / 252 Spe
Tera Type: Ice / Flying
Jolly Nature
- Earthquake
- Tera Blast
- Stone Edge
- U-turn

Choice Scarf Landorus-T is an excellent revenge killer and offensive pivot that is able to take opponents expecting the defensive set by surprise. Tera Blast is an incredibly valuable offensive tool for Landorus-T, expanding its coverage and exemplifying its threat what does this mean exactly?; Tera Ice allows it to OHKO Gliscor, Hydrapple, and opposing Landorus-T that would otherwise be able to switch into it, however Tera Flying turns Tera Blast into a brutally powerful STAB option that meaningfully threatens Zamazenta, Sinistcha, Great Tusk, and Rillaboom just some more examples while still maintaining its Ground immunity and Fighting resistance. Stone Edge discourages Moltres and Zapdos from safely switching in and grants it additonal coverage against Flying-types if Tera has already been used. U-turn allows Landorus-T to generate momentum for its team while safely bringing in one of its teammates, its boosted Speed making it an excellent user of the move. Minimal investment in bulk is recommended, as it allows Landorus-T to survive Gholdengo's Make It Rain after Stealth Rock and Ogerpon-W's Ivy Cudgel from full HP.

This set is mostly seen on bulky offense teams that appreciate its role as a pivot and a revenge killer. Galarian Slowking is an excellent partner for it as it can reliably handle Pokemon such as Iron Valiant, Iron Moth, and Choice Scarf Enamorus that would otherwise outspeed it, and appreciates Landorus-T for being able to threaten the likes of Kingambit and Roaring Moon. Rework the following sentence to mention that backup defensive switch ins like Tusk or Skarmory are appreciated, can mention that locking into EQ or stone edge opens the door for revenge killers and setup. Alternatively can just say priority/speed to punish the punishers. Great Tusk is another strong teammate and provides extra assurance against Kingambit Dragonite and Gliscor, in addition to acting as much-needed hazard control for when Landorus-T needs to Terastallize. Lastly, Landorus-T struggles to break past physically defensive walls, notably Alomomola and Corviknight; thus, wallbreakers such as Ogerpon-W and powerful special attackers such as Raging Bolt and Kyurem make for incredibly valuable teammates and can enable it to pick off weakened foes late-game. These Pokemon also greatly enjoy having Landorus-T bring them safely is this correct? Fast u-turn doesnt necessarily mean safety especially for ice weak teammates. Maybe mention that uturn threatens damage so it generates switches onto the field with its fast U-turn, in addition to it picking off faster threats like Dragapult and Darkrai. Kingambit is another Pokemon that appreciates having a fast pivot, which provides it with a safe entry point and can open up for a late-game sweep. Landorus-T also enjoys Kingambit's powerful Sucker Punch for being able to pick off faster Pokemon like Iron Moth and Walking Wake.

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let me know what you think on my comments and i'll recheck
 
TheDuckChris said:
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:landorus_therian: Choice Scarf (Landorus-T) @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Intimidate
EVs: 8 HP / 240 Atk / 8 SpD / 252 Spe
Tera Type: Ice / Flying
Jolly Nature
- Earthquake
- Tera Blast
- Stone Edge
- U-turn

Choice Scarf Landorus-T is an excellent revenge killer and offensive pivot that is able to take opponents expecting the defensive set by surprise. Tera Blast is an incredibly valuable offensive tool for Landorus-T, expanding its coverage and exemplifying its threat what does this mean exactly?; Tera Ice allows it to OHKO Gliscor, Hydrapple, and opposing Landorus-T that would otherwise be able to switch into it, however Tera Flying turns Tera Blast into a brutally powerful STAB option that meaningfully threatens Zamazenta, Sinistcha, Great Tusk, and Rillaboom just some more examples while still maintaining its Ground immunity and Fighting resistance. Stone Edge discourages Moltres and Zapdos from safely switching in and grants it additonal coverage against Flying-types if Tera has already been used. U-turn allows Landorus-T to generate momentum for its team while safely bringing in one of its teammates, its boosted Speed making it an excellent user of the move. Minimal investment in bulk is recommended, as it allows Landorus-T to survive Gholdengo's Make It Rain after Stealth Rock and Ogerpon-W's Ivy Cudgel from full HP.

This set is mostly seen on bulky offense teams that appreciate its role as a pivot and a revenge killer. Galarian Slowking is an excellent partner for it as it can reliably handle Pokemon such as Iron Valiant, Iron Moth, and Choice Scarf Enamorus that would otherwise outspeed it, and appreciates Landorus-T for being able to threaten the likes of Kingambit and Roaring Moon. Rework the following sentence to mention that backup defensive switch ins like Tusk or Skarmory are appreciated, can mention that locking into EQ or stone edge opens the door for revenge killers and setup. Alternatively can just say priority/speed to punish the punishers. Great Tusk is another strong teammate and provides extra assurance against Kingambit Dragonite and Gliscor, in addition to acting as much-needed hazard control for when Landorus-T needs to Terastallize. Lastly, Landorus-T struggles to break past physically defensive walls, notably Alomomola and Corviknight; thus, wallbreakers such as Ogerpon-W and powerful special attackers such as Raging Bolt and Kyurem make for incredibly valuable teammates and can enable it to pick off weakened foes late-game. These Pokemon also greatly enjoy having Landorus-T bring them safely is this correct? Fast u-turn doesnt necessarily mean safety especially for ice weak teammates. Maybe mention that uturn threatens damage so it generates switches onto the field with its fast U-turn, in addition to it picking off faster threats like Dragapult and Darkrai. Kingambit is another Pokemon that appreciates having a fast pivot, which provides it with a safe entry point and can open up for a late-game sweep. Landorus-T also enjoys Kingambit's powerful Sucker Punch for being able to pick off faster Pokemon like Iron Moth and Walking Wake.

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implemented all changes besides your suggestion on TB flying; all the pokemon you listed were already weak to TB ice while zama isn't, so mentioning them would be obsolete. i did mention zapdos alongside moltres though since even if you're running tera ice you're not always gonna burn tera on lando, so having stone edge to still threaten it is good
 
viivian said:
implemented all changes besides your suggestion on TB flying; all the pokemon you listed were already weak to TB ice while zama isn't, so mentioning them would be obsolete. i did mention zapdos alongside moltres though since even if you're running tera ice you're not always gonna burn tera on lando, so having stone edge to still threaten it is good
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It's true that ice already hits them, but i think it's good to mention that flying hits them as well. The way you have it sounds like flying is only for zamazenta. Maybe just rephrase it to say something like tera flying also hits the targeted grass types while being a powerful stab etc etc. And if there are any other examples too
 
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Choice Scarf (Landorus-T) @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Intimidate
EVs: 8 HP / 240 Atk / 8 SpD / 252 Spe
Tera Type: Ice / Flying
Jolly Nature
- Earthquake
- Tera Blast
- Stone Edge
- U-turn

Choice Scarf Landorus-T is an excellent revenge killer and offensive pivot that is able to take surprise opponents expecting the defensive set by surprise. Tera Blast is an incredibly valuable offensive tool for Landorus-T, expanding its coverage and amplifying its threat; Tera Blast Ice allows it to OHKO Gliscor, Hydrapple, and opposing Landorus-T that would otherwise be able to switch into it, however but Tera Flying turns Tera Blast into a brutally powerful STAB option that meaningfully threatens Zamazenta while still slamming Great Tusk, Sinistcha, and Hydrapple, in addition to maintaining its Ground immunity and Fighting resistance. Stone Edge discourages Moltres and Zapdos from safely switching in and grants it additonal coverage against Flying-types if Tera another teammate has already been used Terastallized. U-turn allows Landorus-T to generate momentum for its team while safely bringing in one of its teammates (RC); (ASC) its boosted Speed making makes it an excellent user of the move. Minimal investment in bulk is recommended, as it allows Landorus-T to survive Gholdengo's Make It Rain after Stealth Rock and Ogerpon-W's Ivy Cudgel from full HP.

This set is mostly seen on bulky offense teams that appreciate its role as a pivot and a revenge killer. Galarian Slowking is an excellent partner for it, (AC) as it can reliably handle Pokemon such as Iron Valiant, Iron Moth, and Choice Scarf Enamorus that would otherwise outspeed it, and it appreciates Landorus-T for being able to threaten the likes of Kingambit and Roaring Moon. Backup defensive switch-ins like Great Tusk and Corviknight are appreciated; (ASC) they provide and provides Landorus-T with extra assurance insurance against Kingambit and Gliscor (RC) in addition to acting and act (Reducing repetition in grammar) as much-needed hazard control for when Landorus-T needs to Terastallize. Kingambit and Roaring Moon are also fantastic partners for Landorus-T (RC) and can punish Pokemon like Great Tusk or and Flying-types such as Dragonite and Enamorus for attempting to exploit Landorus-T if it's locked into a resisted move. Lastly, Landorus-T struggles to break past physically defensive walls, notably Alomomola and Corviknight; thus, wallbreakers such as Ogerpon-W and powerful special attackers such as Raging Bolt and Kyurem make for incredibly valuable teammates and can enable it to pick off weakened foes late-game. These Pokemon also greatly enjoy having Landorus-T bringing them onto the field with its fast U-turn, in addition to it picking off faster threats like Dragapult and Darkrai. Kingambit is another Pokemon that appreciates having a fast pivot (RC) which that provides it with a safe entry point and can open up for a late-game sweep. Landorus-T also enjoys Kingambit's powerful Sucker Punch for being able to pick off faster Pokemon like Iron Moth and Walking Wake.

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