UU Decidueye

[Sage]

[OVERVIEW]

Decidueye finds a unique place in the UU tier with its powerful Z-Move and useful secondary Ghost typing giving it some strengths over its main competition in Celebi. It is one of the best dedicated stallbreakers in the metagame, being able to take advantage of many common defensive Pokemon and become immediately threatening after a Swords Dance. Furthermore, its incredibly strong Z-Move lets it push through even Ghost-resistant Pokemon like Bisharp and Alolan Muk after some chip damage or at +2. However, Decidueye's weakness to Pursuit and Sucker Punch from threats like Krookodile and Bisharp forces it to rely on Substitute to avoid dangerous situations with trappers, especially with the prevalence of Dark-types in UU. Their prevalence also hinders it from breaking through non-defensive teams cleanly, though it can still deal some damage in such matchups with its powerful Z-Move. Decidueye's low base 70 Speed also is a huge disadvantage, making it prone to being revenge killed and preventing it from outspeeding many offensive Pokemon like Moltres, Kommo-o, Hydreigon, and Rotom-H, needing either a Substitute up or teammates to break these Pokemon. Lastly, Decidueye still faces strong competition from Celebi, which can deal with faster offensive threats significantly more easily because of its base 100 Speed, is more sustainable thanks to Giga Drain, and has a higher Speed tier, more natural bulk, and wider coverage.

[SET]
name: Swords Dance
move 1: Swords Dance
move 2: Substitute
move 3: Leaf Blade
move 4: Spirit Shackle
item: Decidium Z
ability: Overgrow
nature: Jolly / Adamant
evs: 32 HP / 224 Atk / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]

Moves
========

Substitute is very useful for giving Decidueye more opportunities to either attack or boost safely while protecting it from some attacks like Bisharp's Sucker Punch and status from the Pokemon it sets up on. Decidueye can take advantage of passive Pokemon like Blissey, Alomomola, and Slowbro to find times to set up a Substitute. Leaf Blade threatens common Water- and Ground-type tanks like Slowbro, Alomomola, Suicune, and Hippowdon and is also useful for being able to break through the Unaware users in Quagsire and Pyukumuku. Sinister Arrow Raid lets Decidueye break through sturdy walls such as Chesnaught and Mega Altaria when boosted while even KOing some Ghost-resistant Pokemon like Bisharp and Hydreigon.

Set Details
========

32 HP EVs let Decidueye survive Choice Scarf Krookodile's Knock Off and Choice Scarf Hydreigon's Dark Pulse from full health. Both Jolly and Adamant natures are viable; Jolly helps Decidueye check slower offensive powerhouses like Primarina and Bewear and Speed tie Bisharp and Metagross, while Adamant gives it more power to break walls down and damage Ghost-resistant Pokemon like Hydreigon.

Usage Tips
========

Be careful when using Decidueye early-game if your opponent has a trapper such as Krookodile or Mega Aerodactyl. It's often good to use Substitute in order to scout these Pokemon and potentially hit them hard with Leaf Blade or Spirit Shackle. Decidueye should be brought in through pivoting moves and after fainted Pokemon most of the time, as even against the Pokemon it sets up on, it can risk being afflicted with Scald burns or Toxic poison, which greatly hinder or even ruin its chances to break through teams. When using Decidueye against stall, try to wear down the few Pokemon those teams carry that can potentially stop a Decidueye sweep like Moltres and Hydreigon. It is worth it to preserve Decidueye's health so it can find more opportunities to set up later in the game rather than blowing its chance early and being revenge killed. There are many Pokemon that can't touch Decidueye at all behind a Substitute, such as Blissey, Alomomola, Slowbro lacking Psyshock, Quagsire, Suicune, and non-Whirlwind Hippowdon. Use Substitute on these Pokemon to initiate a sweep. Against offensive teams, it is often wise to use Decidueye's Z-Move relatively early to take a huge hit out of a Pokemon that resists Decidueye's STAB moves and open paths for other Pokemon more geared to sweeping against faster teams to win.; Choice Scarf Hydreigon is a great target for this strategy. Decidueye often won't get chances to use Swords Dance against these teams. Instead, rely on using Substitute to force trades and attacking with your STAB moves.

Team Options
========

Entry hazard support helps Decidueye break down defensive cores more easily. Amongst Spikes users, Klefki and Froslass in particular have great synergy with Decidueye, with Klefki checking Dark-types for it directly and Froslass being able to lure some like Hydreigon and Krookodile in and weaken them for Decidueye to KO them. Offensive Stealth Rock users such as Terrakion, Cobalion, and Kommo-o are good choices to complement Decidueye, as they can wallbreak while laying down hazards. Decidueye also appreciates partners that can take advantage of Dark-types, which often come in to take its Ghost-type STAB moves or to attempt to revenge kill it. This can be done either defensively with Fairy-types like Togekiss and Mega Altaria or offensively with Justified users like Terrakion and Cobalion. However, to check faster opposing Ghost-types that may attempt to revenge kill it, Dark-types themselves work well as partners for Decidueye: Hydreigon stands out for having access to recovery while also potentially helping to remove hazards for Decidueye, while Krookodile and Alolan Muk can Pursuit trap many of Decidueye's potential revenge killers. VoltTurn users like Scizor, Rotom-H, and Mega Manectric are also heavily appreciated to safely get in Decidueye without having to hard switch. Additionally, entry hazard removal can be vital for Decidueye's ability to complete sweeps. Poison-types can be helpful to absorb Toxic Spikes, which is the most detrimental hazard for Decidueye, preventing it from performing its job. Examples include Tentacruel, which can remove other hazards; Nihilego, which can check most Flying-types; and Alolan Muk, which can use Pursuit on faster threats like Gengar, Chandelure, and Latias. Otherwise, Mega Blastoise, Starmie, and Mega Altaria all can be good partners both offensively and for their ability to Rapid Spin or Defog. Lastly, cleaners can take advantage of Decidueye's breaking power to burst through weakened teams. Mega Sharpedo is an excellent example of this, also setting up on some of Decidueye's revenge killers like Choice Scarf Hydreigon and Krookodile, as are Swords Dance Scizor and Bisharp.


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

Shadow Sneak is an option over Substitute, improving Decidueye's matchup against faster threats like Latias and Psychium Z or Ghostium Z Celebi, but it leaves much to be desired when fighting the slower teams Decidueye is used to take on. Low Sweep is usable as a way to hit Dark-types like Hydreigon and Bisharp unboosted, but Decidueye is strong enough to break through them with its STAB moves eventually, and it has to give up either Substitute or Shadow Sneak in order to find room for it.

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

**Dark-types**: Dark-types are amongst the harder Pokemon for Decidueye to break, resisting its Ghost-type STAB moves and usually outspeeding it. Hydreigon, especially with Roost, is very difficult for Decidueye to take down on its own because it resists both of Decidueye's STAB moves. Krookodile, Bisharp, and Mega Sharpedo can all revenge kill Decidueye as well, with Bisharp getting potential setup chances of its own.

**Flying-types**: While most don't like taking a Sinister Arrow Raid, Flying-types resist Decidueye's Grass-type STAB move and can usually outspeed and KO it. Moltres, Togekiss, and Crobat can all revenge kill Decidueye with their STAB attacks, while less common options like Mega Pidgeot and Mandibuzz completely wall it.

**Faster Offensive Threats**: Decidueye's lackluster Speed means that a number of offensive threats can revenge kill it even without a favorable type matchup. Infernape, Rotom-H, Jolly Mamoswine, Gengar, and Chandelure are all examples of Pokemon that can force Decidueye out if it's not behind a Substitute. Kommo-o is another threat to be careful around, as Clanging Scales can hit Decidueye behind its Substitute.

**Status**: Toxic poison and burns immediately remove a lot of Decidueye's presence as a sweeper, while even paralysis can be annoying to it, removing its ability to attack walls first and potentially lose its ability to easily set up a Substitute. Hence, either run Decidueye with a cleric or be careful when switching it in to situations it can be statused.

**Pursuit Users**: Once Decidueye has been weakened, Pursuit users are free to come in and safely remove it from the battle. Krookodile and Mega Aerodactyl both outspeed it and, as long as it is not behind a Substitute, are safe to come in and get the KO. Scizor and Alolan Muk also can attempt to trap it but must be more careful trying to tank Decidueye's Z-Move.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [Sage, 192227]
- Quality checked by: [martha, 384270], [Nuked, 382658], [Eyan, 226777]
- Grammar checked by: [fleurdyleurse, 195877], [The Dutch Plumberjack, 232216]

 

[vivalospride]

hey lyn nwn, amcheck

Overview

• “being able to take advantage of many common defensive pokemon” Give examples.
• "Its incredibly strong Z-move lets it push through even Ghost-resists with some chip or at +2.” Give examples.
• The last point is kinda redundant with the “incredibly strong z-move” point, you can probably combine these two.

Moves

• Idk if “scout moves from scarf krookodile” is accurate. People don’t hard Krook into Decid much considering it’s super weak to a stab or can sub. Most of the time Krook would be coming in to revenge, which sub isn’t gonna help with unless the sub is already up… in which you just win anyways.

Usage tips

• Mention how it’s worn down easily and is frail on the phys def side. Which means it should be brought in through a pivot or sack most of the time.
• Talk about avoiding status a bit, one burn/toxic and your chances at sweeping could be ruined and that’s one reason it’s so important not to carelessly hard into mons like alo/quag despite their passive nature.

Team Options

• Mention options for pivots that can help Decid come onto the field safely.
• Mention hazard removal support w/ good examples as Decid likes to be as healthy as possible but especially doesn’t like tspikes. Not 100% necessary on every decid team but it definitely appreciates it.

Other Options

• Prolly mention Sucker Punch here as it can be useful for the extra damage, even if it is less reliable than sneak.

Checks and Counters

• Idk how I feel about the geng/chandy example since both are threatened by sneak/spunch. Could prolly just replace them, 3 examples is enough though so just throw in Rotom-H or some shit.
• Maybe mention status, like I said before. One rogue scald burn or toxic can rlly fuck u up.

 

[autumn]

Overview

• “being able to take advantage of many common defensive pokemon” Give examples.
• "Its incredibly strong Z-move lets it push through even Ghost-resists with some chip or at +2.” Give examples.
• The last point is kinda redundant with the “incredibly strong z-move” point, you can probably combine these two. Yeah, you talk about Ghost resists in that above point, and Dark-types are the main Ghost resists in UU (apart from like Blissey but it loses to SD Leaf blade anyway). You can also talk about Dark-types making it difficult when you make the point about trappers, and you can mention how the general commonnes of Pursuit and Sucker Punch as well makes Dark-types threatening.
• Moltres isn't really a "tank" so consider changing the wording.

Moves

• Swords Dance point can go because it reads a lot like filler and doesn't provide anything useful.
• Idk if “scout moves from scarf krookodile” is accurate. People don’t hard Krook into Decid much considering it’s super weak to a stab or can sub. Most of the time Krook would be coming in to revenge, which sub isn’t gonna help with unless the sub is already up… in which you just win anyways. You can't really "scout" with Sub like you can with Protect if the opposing Pokemon is faster, and this is accurate with the matchup only being won if the Sub is already up. You can talk instead about how it also helps Decidueye avoid status, which is super detrimental for it.
• Either be more specific with Spirit Shackle's trapping effect (what it can trap and how that allows it to beat things and give examples of what) or remove it for filler.

Usage Tips

• Mention how it’s worn down easily and is frail on the phys def side. Which means it should be brought in through a pivot or sack most of the time. 100% include this as well as when to bring it in in general, which can also link to the below point of not harding into status / Scald.
• Talk about avoiding status a bit, one burn/toxic and your chances at sweeping could be ruined and that’s one reason it’s so important not to carelessly hard into mons like alo/quag despite their passive nature.
• For your final point on Substitute, you can elaborate on how it can set up a Substitute agaisnt these and boost on them specifically because the link is only implied here.
• You can talk about if / when to set up SD (particularly against both offensive and defensive teams because the matchup differs) as well.

Team Options

• Chesnaught as an example of a Spiker for Decidueye is kinda awkward and they don't really work together on a team so maybe leave that one out.
• Mention options for pivots that can help Decid come onto the field safely.
• Mention hazard removal support w/ good examples as Decid likes to be as healthy as possible but especially doesn’t like tspikes. Not 100% necessary on every decid team but it definitely appreciates it. Add more specfics and examples onto where you talk about Hydreigon.

Other Options

• Prolly mention Sucker Punch here as it can be useful for the extra damage, even if it is less reliable than sneak.

Checks and Counters

• Idk how I feel about the geng/chandy example since both are threatened by sneak/spunch. Could prolly just replace them, 3 examples is enough though so just throw in Rotom-H or some shit.
• Maybe mention status, like I said before. One rogue scald burn or toxic can rlly fuck u up.

anything I don't comment on is fine QC 1/3

 

[Sage]

hey lyn nwn, amcheck

Overview

• “being able to take advantage of many common defensive pokemon” Give examples.
• "Its incredibly strong Z-move lets it push through even Ghost-resists with some chip or at +2.” Give examples.
• The last point is kinda redundant with the “incredibly strong z-move” point, you can probably combine these two.

Moves

• Idk if “scout moves from scarf krookodile” is accurate. People don’t hard Krook into Decid much considering it’s super weak to a stab or can sub. Most of the time Krook would be coming in to revenge, which sub isn’t gonna help with unless the sub is already up… in which you just win anyways.

Usage tips

• Mention how it’s worn down easily and is frail on the phys def side. Which means it should be brought in through a pivot or sack most of the time.
• Talk about avoiding status a bit, one burn/toxic and your chances at sweeping could be ruined and that’s one reason it’s so important not to carelessly hard into mons like alo/quag despite their passive nature.

Team Options

• Mention options for pivots that can help Decid come onto the field safely.
• Mention hazard removal support w/ good examples as Decid likes to be as healthy as possible but especially doesn’t like tspikes. Not 100% necessary on every decid team but it definitely appreciates it.

Other Options

• Prolly mention Sucker Punch here as it can be useful for the extra damage, even if it is less reliable than sneak.

Checks and Counters

• Idk how I feel about the geng/chandy example since both are threatened by sneak/spunch. Could prolly just replace them, 3 examples is enough though so just throw in Rotom-H or some shit.
• Maybe mention status, like I said before. One rogue scald burn or toxic can rlly fuck u up.

anything I don't comment on is fine QC 1/3

implemented, also moved shadow sneak into oos after talking to QC ready for #2

 

[Nuked]

[OVERVIEW]

• Decidueye finds a unique place in the UU tier with its powerful Z-move and useful secondary Ghost-typing giving it some strengths over its main competition in Celebi.
• It is one of the best pure stall-breakers in the meta, being able to take advantage of many common defensive Pokemon and become immediately threatening after a Swords Dance.
• Its incredibly strong Z-move lets it push through even Ghost-resists like Bisharp and Alolan Muk with some chip or at +2.
• However, it does run into problems that mostly come through its mediocre speed and defensive typing.
• Dark-types are very prevalent in UU, and being weak to Pursuit and Sucker Punch from threats like Krookodile and Bisharp forces it to rely on Substitute to avoid dangerous situations with trappers, and it is prone to being revenge killed relatively easily.
• A low speed tier of 70 does not let Decidueye outspeed some checks like Moltres and Rotom-H, either needing a Substitute up or to have teammates break these Pokemon.
• It still faces strong competition with Celebi who is more sustainable thanks to Giga Drain and has a higher Speed tier and more natural bulk, along with greater versatility in coverage.
• Dark-types being very common hinder it from breaking through non-defensive teams cleanly, although it can still cause some damage in these matchups thanks to the raw power of its Z-move.
• Decidueye's trash Speed tier could be emphasized a bit more here, especially considering how much better Celebi's is. Celebi outspeeds key threats like Mega Altaria, Kommo-o, Togekiss, Moltres, Rotom-H, etc... which is huge, and is a lot of the reason why Celebi is a better Pokemon overall.

[SET]
name: Swords Dance
move 1: Swords Dance
move 2: Substitute
move 3: Leaf Blade
move 4: Spirit Shackle
item: Decidium Z
ability: Overgrow
nature: Jolly / Adamant
evs: 32 HP / 224 Atk / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]

Moves
========

• Substitute is very useful for giving Decidueye more opportunities to either attack or boost safely. It can take advantage of passive pokemon like Blissey, Alomomola, and Slowbro to find times to Substitute. It also protects it from some attacks like Bisharp's Sucker Punch and allowing Decidueye to avoid status from the aforementioned Pokemon it sets up on.
• Leaf Blade threatens Water- and Ground- type tanks common in the UU tier like Slowbro, Alomomola, Suicune, and Hippowdon. It is also useful for being able to break through the Unaware users in Quagsire and Pyukumuku.
• Sinister Arrow Raid lets Decidueye break through sturdy walls when its attack is boosted such as Chesnaught and Mega Altaria, while even KOing some resists like Bisharp and Hydreigon.

Set Details
========

• 32 HP lets Decidueye survive both Scarf Krookodile Knock Off and Scarf Hydreigon Dark Pulse from full.
• Both Adamant and Jolly natures are viable, with Jolly helping it check slower offensive powerhouses like Primarina, Bewear, and Adamant Mamoswine, as well as speed tying Bisharp, but Adamant gives it more power to break walls down and damage resists like Hydreigon. (Saying that Jolly Decidueye checks Mamoswine is kind of a stretch, since Ice Shard does 77-92 [also Leaf Blade barely ever OHKOes from full] so I'd either clarify this or replace the mention)

Usage Tips
========

• Be careful when using Decidueye in the early game if your opponent has a trapper such as Krookodile or Mega Aerodactyl. It's often good to use Substitute in order to scout these Pokemon and potentially hit them hard with Leaf Blade or Spirit Shackle respectively.
• Decidueye should be brought in through pivoting moves and sacs most of the time, as even vs. the Pokemon it sets up it can risk Scald burns or Toxic which greatly hinder or even ruin its Decidueye's chances to break through teams.
• When using Decidueye against stall, try and wear down the few Pokemon those teams carry that could potentially stop a Decidueye sweep like Moltres and Hydreigon. It is worth it to preserve Decidueye's health so it can find more opportunities to set up later in the game than blowing its chance early and being revenge killed.
• Versus offensive teams it is often wise to use Decidueye's Z-move relatively early to take a huge hit out of a resist and open paths for other Pokemon more geared to sweeping vs faster teams to win. Scarf Hydreigon is a great target for this strategy. Decidueye often won't get chances to use Swords Dance against these teams, instead rely on using Substitute to force trades and attacking with your STAB moves.
• There are many Pokemon that can't touch Decidueye at all behind a Substitute, such as Blissey, Alomomola, Slowbro lacking Psyshock, Quagsire, Suicune, and non- Whirlwind Hippowdon. Use Substitute on these Pokemon to initiate a sweep.

Team Options
========

• Hazard support helps Decidueye break down defensive cores more easily. Spikes users like Klefki and Froslass in particular both have great synergy with Decidueye, with Klefki also checking Dark-types for it. Offensive Stealth Rock users such as Terrakion, Cobalion, and Kommo-o are good choices to complement Decidueye's breaking while laying down hazards. (Why does Froslass have great synergy with it? On a surface level this is kind of unclear)
• Decidueye appreciates partners that can take advantage of Dark-types that will often come in to take its Ghost-type STAB moves or attempt to revenge kill it. This can be either defensively with a Fairy-type like Togekiss or Mega Altaria, or offensively with Justified users Terrakion and Cobalion.
• VoltTurn users like Scizor, Rotom-Heat, and Mega Manectrica are all examples (what?)
• Dark-types work well as a partner for Decidueye, as they can check the opposing faster Ghost-types that may attempt to revenge kill it. Hydreigon stands out for having access to recovery, while also potentially helping to remove hazards for Decidueye. Krookodile and Alolan-Muk can Pursuit trap many of Decidueye's potential revenge killers. (give some examples of things Krook and Muk trap)
• Poison-Types absorb Toxic Spikes for Decidueye, which are the most detrimental hazard that prevent it from performing its Job. Tentacruel can also remove, Nihilego can check most Flying-types, and Alolan Muk can Pursuit faster threats.
• Hazard Removal can be vital for Decidueye's ability to complete sweeps. Mega Blastoise, Starmie, and Mega Atlariaall can be good partners both offensively and for their ability to Rapid Spin or Defog.
• Cleaners can take advantage of Decidueye's breaking power to burst through weakened teams. Mega Sharpedo is an excellent example of this, also setting up on some of Decidueye's revenge killers like Scarf Hydreigon and Krookodile. Swords Dance Scizor and Bisharp are also prime examples of dangerous cleaners.

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

• Shadow Sneak is an option to be run over Substitute, improving your matchup versus faster threats like Latias and Psychium / Ghostium-Z Celebi, but it leaves more to be desired when fighting the slower teams Decidueye is used to take on.
• Low Sweep is usable as a way to hit Dark-types like Hydreigon and Bisharp unboosted, but Decidueye is strong enough to break through them with its STAB moves eventually and it has to give up either Substitute or Shadow Sneak in order to find room for it.
• Most other options Decidueye could think of running, such as U-turn, Defog, or Nasty Plot are directly outclassed by other Grass-types in the tier and it should avoid deviating from the listed set. (just cut this)

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

**Dark-Types**: Dark-types are among the harder Pokemon for Decidueye to break, being one of the few resists to its Ghost-type STAB moves and usually outspeeding it. Hydreigon, especially with Roost, will be very difficult for Decidueye to take down on its own because it resists both STAB moves. Krookodile, Bisharp, and Mega Sharpedo can all revenge kill Decidueye as well, with Bisharp getting potential setup chances of its own.

**Flying-types**: While most don't like taking a Sinister Arrow Raid, Flying-types resist Decidueye's Grass-type STAB and can usually outspeed and KO it. Moltres, Togekiss, and Crobat can all revenge kill Decidueye with their STAB attacks, while less common options like Mega Pidgeot and Mandibuzz completely wall it.

**Faster Offensive Threats**: Decidueye's lackluster speed tier means that a number of offensive threats will be able to revenge kill it even without a favorable type matchup. Infernape, Rotom-H, Jolly Mamoswine, Gengar,and Chandelure are all examples of Pokemon that can force Decidueye out if it's not behind a Substitute. Kommo-o is another threat to be careful around as Clanging Scales can hit Decidueye behind its Substitute.

**Status**: Toxic and Burns both immediately remove a lot of Decidueye's presence as a sweeper, while even Paralysis can be annoying to it for removing its ability to attack walls first and potentially lose its Substitute. Either run with a cleric or be careful when switching Decidueye in to situations it can be statused.

Either give a bullet for Pursuit or mention Pursuit in the dark-types line, I'd just make a bullet for it since other stuff like Scizor and Mega Aero can threaten it and trap it


[CREDITS]
- Written by: [Sage, 192227]
- Quality checked by: [martha, 384270],
- Grammar checked by:

QC 2/3

 

[Eyan]

There are many Pokemon that can't touch Decidueye at all behind a Substitute, such as Blissey, Alomomola, Slowbro lacking Psyshock, Quagsire, Suicune, and non- Whirlwind Hippowdon. Use Substitute on these Pokemon to initiate a sweep.

I feel like this line makes more sense to be mentioned before the parts about going against offensive teams, since you'll tend to not find most of these on most offensive teams. Just feels like it'd flow better.

Overall, as someone that spams Decidueye myself (thought I meme with CB a lot), I approve.

QC 3/3

 

[fleurdyleurse]

hi

check

[OVERVIEW]

Decidueye finds a unique place in the UU tier with its powerful Z-mMove and useful secondary Ghost- typing giving it some strengths over its main competition in Celebi. It is one of the best purededicated stall-breakers in the metagame, being able to take advantage of many common defensive Pokemon and become immediately threatening after a Swords Dance. IFurthermore, its incredibly strong Z-mMove lets it push through even Ghost-resistsant Pokemon like Bisharp and Alolan Muk withafter some chip damage or at +2. However, it does run into problems that mostly come through its mediocre speed and defensive typing. Dark-types are very prevalent in UU, and being weakDecidueye’s weakness to Pursuit and Sucker Punch from threats like Krookodile and Bisharp forces it to rely on Substitute to avoid dangerous situations with trappers, and it is prone to being revenge killed relatively easily.especially with the prevalence of Dark-types being very commonin UU. Their prevalence also hinders it from breaking through non-defensive teams cleanly, although it can still causedeal some damage in these matchups thanks to the raw power of its Z-move. It still faces strong competition with Celebi who is more sustainable thanks to Giga Drain and has a higher Speed tier and more natural bulk, along with greater versatility in coverage. A low speed tier of 70 can not be emphasized enough, and does not let Decidueyesuch matchups with its powerful Z-Move. Decidueye's low base 70 Speed also is a huge disadvantage, making it prone to being easily revenge killed and preventing it from outspeeding many offensive Pokemon like Moltres, Kommo-o, Hydreigon, and Rotom-H, either needing either a Substitute up or to have teammates to break these Pokemon. Celebi's speed of 100Lastly, Decidueye still faces strong competition from Celebi, whose base 100 Speed lets it deal with fasther offensive threats significantly more easily and which is more sustainable thanks to Giga Drain and has a higher Speed tier, more natural bulk, and greater versatility in coverage.

[SET]
name: Swords Dance
move 1: Swords Dance
move 2: Substitute
move 3: Leaf Blade
move 4: Spirit Shackle
item: Decidium Z
ability: Overgrow
nature: Jolly / Adamant
evs: 32 HP / 224 Atk / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]

Moves
========

Substitute is very useful for giving Decidueye more opportunities to either attack or boost safely. It while protecting it from some attacks like Bisharp’s Sucker Punch. Decidueye can take advantage of passive pPokemon like Blissey, Alomomola, and Slowbro to find times to Substitute. It also protects it from some attacks like Bisharp's Sucker Punch and allowingset up a Substitute, which allows Decidueye to avoid status from the aforementioned Pokemon it sets up on. Leaf Blade threatens common Water- and Ground-type tanks common in the UU tier like Slowbro, Alomomola, Suicune, and Hippowdon. It and is also useful for being able to break through the Unaware users in Quagsire and Pyukumuku. Sinister Arrow Raid lets Decidueye break through sturdy walls when its attack is boosted such as Chesnaught and Mega Altaria, when boosted while even KOing some Ghost-resistsant Pokemon like Bisharp and Hydreigon.

Set Details
========

32 HP EVs lets Decidueye survive bothChoice Scarf Krookodile's Knock Off and Choice Scarf Hydreigon's Dark Pulse from full health. Both Jolly and Adamant and Jolly natures are viable, with; Jolly helping its Decidueye check slower offensive powerhouses like Primarina and Bewear as well as speed tyingnd Speed tie Bisharp and Metagross, butwhile Adamant gives it more power to break walls down and damage Ghost-resistsant Pokemon like Hydreigon.

Usage Tips
========

Be careful when using Decidueye in the early-game if your opponent has a trapper such as Krookodile or Mega Aerodactyl. It's often good to use Substitute in order to scout these Pokemon and potentially hit them hard with Leaf Blade or Spirit Shackle respectively. Decidueye should be brought in through pivoting moves and sacsafter fainted Pokemon most of the time, as even vs.against the Pokemon it sets up on, it can risk being afflicted with Scald burns or Toxic poison, which greatly hinder or even ruin its Decidueye's chances to break through teams. When using Decidueye against stall, try andto wear down the few Pokemon those teams carry that couldan potentially stop a Decidueye sweep like Moltres and Hydreigon. It is worth it to preserve Decidueye's health so it can find more opportunities to set up later in the game rather than blowing its chance early and being revenge killed. There are many Pokemon that can't touch Decidueye at all behind a Substitute, such as Blissey, Alomomola, Slowbro lacking Psyshock, Quagsire, Suicune, and non-Whirlwind Hippowdon. Use Substitute on these Pokemon to initiate a sweep. VersusAgainst offensive teams, it is often wise to use Decidueye's Z-mMove relatively early to take a huge hit out of a Pokemon that resists Decidueye's STAB moves and open paths for other Pokemon more geared to sweeping vsagainst faster teams to win.; Choice Scarf Hydreigon is a great target for this strategy. Decidueye often won't get chances to use Swords Dance against these teams, i. Instead, rely on using Substitute to force trades and attacking with your STAB moves.

Team Options
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Hazard support helps Decidueye break down defensive cores more easily. Spikes users likeEntry hazard support helps Decidueye break down defensive cores more easily. Amongst Spikes users, Klefki and Froslass in particular both have great synergy with Decidueye, with Klefki checking Dark-types for it directly, and Froslass being able to lure some like Hydreigon and Krookodile in and chip them into rangeweaken them for Decidueye to KO them. Offensive Stealth Rock users such as Terrakion, Cobalion, and Kommo-o are good choices to complement Decidueye's breaking, as they can wallbreak while laying down hazards. Decidueye also appreciates partners that can take advantage of Dark-types that will, which often come in to take its Ghost-type STAB moves or attempt to revenge kill it. This can be done either defensively with a Fairy-types like Togekiss orand Mega Altaria, or offensively with Justified users like Terrakion and Cobalion. VoltTurn users like Scizor, Rotom-Heat, and Mega Manectrica are all examples of pivots that can safely get in Decidueye without having to hard switch it.However, to check faster opposing Ghost-types that may attempt to revenge kill it, Dark-types themselves work well as a partners for Decidueye, as they can check the opposing faster Ghost-types that may attempt to revenge kill it.: Hydreigon stands out for having access to recovery, while also potentially helping to remove hazards for Decidueye., while Krookodile and Alolan- Muk can Pursuit trap many of Decidueye's potential revenge killers. Poison-Types absorb Toxic SpikesVoltTurn users like Scizor, Rotom-H, and Mega Manectric are also heavily appreciated to safely get in Decidueye without having to hard switch. Additionally, entry hazard removal can be vital for Decidueye, which are's ability to complete sweeps. Poison-types can be helpful to absorb Toxic Spikes, which is the most detrimental hazard thatfor Decidueye, preventing it from performing its Job.job. Examples include Tentacruel, which can also remove, other hazards; Nihilego, which can check most Flying-types,; and Alolan Muk, which can use Pursuit on faster threats like Gengar, Chandelure, and Latias. Hazard Removal can be vital for Decidueye's ability to complete sweeps.Otherwise, Mega Blastoise, Starmie, and Mega Atltariaall all can be good partners both offensively and for their ability to Rapid Spin or Defog. CLastly, cleaners can take advantage of Decidueye's breaking power to burst through weakened teams. Mega Sharpedo is an excellent example of this, also setting up on some of Decidueye's revenge killers like Choice Scarf Hydreigon and Krookodile. Swords Dance Scizor and Bisharp are also prime examples of dangerous cleaners.


[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
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Shadow Sneak is an option tohat can be run over Substitute, improving your matchup versusagainst faster threats like Latias and Psychium / Ghostium-Z or Ghostium Z Celebi, but it leaves moreuch to be desired when fighting the slower teams Decidueye is used to take on. Low Sweep is usable as a way to hit Dark-types like Hydreigon and Bisharp unboosted, but Decidueye is strong enough to break through them with its STAB moves eventually, and it has to give up either Substitute or Shadow Sneak in order to find room for it.

Checks and Counters
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**Dark-Ttypes**: Dark-types are amongst the harder Pokemon for Decidueye to break, being one of the few resists toing its Ghost-type STAB moves and usually outspeeding it. Hydreigon, especially with Roost, will beis very difficult for Decidueye to take down on its own because it resists both of Decidueye's STAB moves. Krookodile, Bisharp, and Mega Sharpedo can all revenge kill Decidueye as well, with Bisharp getting potential setup chances of its own.

**Flying-types**: While most don't like taking a Sinister Arrow Raid, Flying-types resist Decidueye's Grass-type STAB move and can usually outspeed and KO it. Moltres, Togekiss, and Crobat can all revenge kill Decidueye with their STAB attacks, while less common options like Mega Pidgeot and Mandibuzz completely wall it.

**Faster Offensive Threats**: Decidueye's lackluster speed tierSpeed means that a number of offensive threats will be able tocan revenge kill it even without a favorable type matchup. Infernape, Rotom-H, Jolly Mamoswine, Gengar, and Chandelure are all examples of Pokemon that can force Decidueye out if it's not behind a Substitute. Kommo-o is another threat to be careful around, as Clanging Scales can hit Decidueye behind its Substitute.

**Status**: Toxic and Burns bothpoison and burns immediately remove a lot of Decidueye's presence as a sweeper, while even Pparalysis can be annoying to it for, removing its ability to attack walls first and potentially lose its Substitute. E (please clarify what the Substitute thing means: are you referring to Decidueye potentially losing its ability to easily set up a Substitute? if so, say so – currently the Substitute portion cannot be understood). Hence, either run Decidueye with a cleric or be careful when switching Decidueyeit in to situations it can be statused.

**Pursuit Users:**: Once Decidueye has been weakened, Pursuit users are free to come in and safely remove it from the battle. Krookodile and Mega Aerodactyl both outspeed it and, as long as it is not behind a Substitute, are safe to come in and get the KO. Scizor and Alolan Muk also can attempt to trap it, but must be more careful around tankingtrying to tank Decidueye's Z-mMove.

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[OVERVIEW]

Decidueye finds a unique place in the UU tier with its powerful Z-Move and useful secondary Ghost typing giving it some strengths over its main competition in Celebi. It is one of the best dedicated stallbreakers in the metagame, being able to take advantage of many common defensive Pokemon and become immediately threatening after a Swords Dance. Furthermore, its incredibly strong Z-Move lets it push through even Ghost-resistant Pokemon like Bisharp and Alolan Muk after some chip damage or at +2. However, Decidueye’s Decidueye's (slanted apostrophe) weakness to Pursuit and Sucker Punch from threats like Krookodile and Bisharp forces it to rely on Substitute to avoid dangerous situations with trappers, especially with the prevalence of Dark-types in UU. Their prevalence also hinders it from breaking through non-defensive teams cleanly, though it can still deal some damage in such matchups with its powerful Z-Move. Decidueye's low base 70 Speed also is a huge disadvantage, making it prone to being easily revenge killed and preventing it from outspeeding many offensive Pokemon like Moltres, Kommo-o, Hydreigon, and Rotom-H, needing either a Substitute up or teammates to break these Pokemon. Lastly, Decidueye still faces strong competition from Celebi, whose base 100 Speed lets it which can deal with faster offensive threats significantly more easily because of its base 100 Speed, and which is more sustainable thanks to Giga Drain, (AC) and has a higher Speed tier, more natural bulk, and greater versatility in wider (check if accurate etc but original wording was redundant-ish) coverage.

[SET]
name: Swords Dance
move 1: Swords Dance
move 2: Substitute
move 3: Leaf Blade
move 4: Spirit Shackle
item: Decidium Z
ability: Overgrow
nature: Jolly / Adamant
evs: 32 HP / 224 Atk / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]

Moves
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Substitute is very useful for giving Decidueye more opportunities to either attack or boost safely while protecting it from some attacks like Bisharp’s Bisharp's Sucker Punch and status from the Pokemon it sets up on. Decidueye can take advantage of passive Pokemon like Blissey, Alomomola, and Slowbro to find times to set up a Substitute, which allows Decidueye to avoid status from the Pokemon it sets up on. Leaf Blade threatens common Water- and Ground-type tanks like Slowbro, Alomomola, Suicune, and Hippowdon and is also useful for being able to break through the Unaware users in Quagsire and Pyukumuku. Sinister Arrow Raid lets Decidueye break through sturdy walls such as Chesnaught and Mega Altaria (RC) when boosted while even KOing some Ghost-resistant Pokemon like Bisharp and Hydreigon.

Set Details
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32 HP EVs let Decidueye survive Choice Scarf Krookodile's Knock Off and Choice Scarf Hydreigon's Dark Pulse from full health. Both Jolly and Adamant natures are viable; Jolly helps Decidueye check slower offensive powerhouses like Primarina and Bewear and Speed tie Bisharp and Metagross, while Adamant gives it more power to break walls down and damage Ghost-resistant Pokemon like Hydreigon.

Usage Tips
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Be careful when using Decidueye in the early-game if your opponent has a trapper such as Krookodile or Mega Aerodactyl. It's often good to use Substitute in order to scout these Pokemon and potentially hit them hard with Leaf Blade or Spirit Shackle respectively. Decidueye should be brought in through pivoting moves and after fainted Pokemon most of the time, as even against the Pokemon it sets up on, it can risk being afflicted with Scald burns or Toxic poison, which greatly hinder or even ruin its Decidueye's its chances to break through teams. When using Decidueye against stall, try to wear down the few Pokemon those teams carry that can potentially stop a Decidueye sweep like Moltres and Hydreigon. It is worth it to preserve Decidueye's health so it can find more opportunities to set up later in the game rather than blowing its chance early and being revenge killed. There are many Pokemon that can't touch Decidueye at all behind a Substitute, such as Blissey, Alomomola, Slowbro lacking Psyshock, Quagsire, Suicune, and non-Whirlwind Hippowdon. Use Substitute on these Pokemon to initiate a sweep. Against offensive teams, it is often wise to use Decidueye's Z-Move relatively early to take a huge hit out of a Pokemon that resists Decidueye's STAB moves and open paths for other Pokemon more geared to sweeping against faster teams to win.; Choice Scarf Hydreigon is a great target for this strategy. Decidueye often won't get chances to use Swords Dance against these teams. Instead, rely on using Substitute to force trades and attacking with your STAB moves.

Team Options
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Entry hazard support helps Decidueye break down defensive cores more easily. Amongst Spikes users, Klefki and Froslass in particular have great synergy with Decidueye, with Klefki checking Dark-types for it directly (RC) and Froslass being able to lure some like Hydreigon and Krookodile in and weaken them for Decidueye to KO them. Offensive Stealth Rock users such as Terrakion, Cobalion, and Kommo-o are good choices to complement Decidueye, as they can wallbreak while laying down hazards. Decidueye also appreciates partners that can take advantage of Dark-types, which often come in to take its Ghost-type STAB moves or to attempt to revenge kill it. This can be done either defensively with Fairy-types like Togekiss and Mega Altaria (RC) or offensively with Justified users like Terrakion and Cobalion. However, to check faster opposing Ghost-types that may attempt to revenge kill it, Dark-types themselves work well as partners for Decidueye: Hydreigon stands out for having access to recovery (RC) while also potentially helping to remove hazards for Decidueye, (comma) while Krookodile and Alolan Muk can Pursuit trap many of Decidueye's potential revenge killers. VoltTurn users like Scizor, Rotom-H, and Mega Manectric are also heavily appreciated to safely get in Decidueye without having to hard switch. Additionally, entry hazard removal can be vital for Decidueye's ability to complete sweeps. Poison-types can be helpful to absorb Toxic Spikes, which is the most detrimental hazard for Decidueye, preventing it from performing its job. Examples include Tentacruel, which can remove other hazards; Nihilego, which can check most Flying-types; (SC) and Alolan Muk, which can use Pursuit on faster threats like Gengar, Chandelure, and Latias. Otherwise, Mega Blastoise, Starmie, and Mega Altaria all can be good partners both offensively and for their ability to Rapid Spin or Defog. Lastly, cleaners can take advantage of Decidueye's breaking power to burst through weakened teams. Mega Sharpedo is an excellent example of this, also setting up on some of Decidueye's revenge killers like Choice Scarf Hydreigon and Krookodile, (comma) as are Swords Dance Scizor and Bisharp are also prime examples of dangerous cleaners.


[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
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Shadow Sneak is an option that can be run over Substitute, improving your Decidueye's matchup against faster threats like Latias and Psychium Z or Ghostium Z Celebi, but it leaves much to be desired when fighting the slower teams Decidueye is used to take on. Low Sweep is usable as a way to hit Dark-types like Hydreigon and Bisharp unboosted, but Decidueye is strong enough to break through them with its STAB moves eventually, and it has to give up either Substitute or Shadow Sneak in order to find room for it.

Checks and Counters
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**Dark-types**: Dark-types are amongst the harder Pokemon for Decidueye to break, resisting its Ghost-type STAB moves and usually outspeeding it. Hydreigon, especially with Roost, is very difficult for Decidueye to take down on its own because it resists both of Decidueye's STAB moves. Krookodile, Bisharp, and Mega Sharpedo can all revenge kill Decidueye as well, with Bisharp getting potential setup chances of its own.

**Flying-types**: While most don't like taking a Sinister Arrow Raid, Flying-types resist Decidueye's Grass-type STAB move and can usually outspeed and KO it. Moltres, Togekiss, and Crobat can all revenge kill Decidueye with their STAB attacks, while less common options like Mega Pidgeot and Mandibuzz completely wall it.

**Faster Offensive Threats**: Decidueye's lackluster Speed means that a number of offensive threats can revenge kill it even without a favorable type matchup. Infernape, Rotom-H, Jolly Mamoswine, Gengar, and Chandelure are all examples of Pokemon that can force Decidueye out if it's not behind a Substitute. Kommo-o is another threat to be careful around, as Clanging Scales can hit Decidueye behind its Substitute.

**Status**: Toxic poison and burns immediately remove a lot of Decidueye's presence as a sweeper, while even paralysis can be annoying to it, removing its ability to attack walls first and potentially lose its ability to easily set up a Substitute. Hence, either run Decidueye with a cleric or be careful when switching it in to situations it can be statused.

**Pursuit Users**: Once Decidueye has been weakened, Pursuit users are free to come in and safely remove it from the battle. Krookodile and Mega Aerodactyl both outspeed it and, as long as it is not behind a Substitute, are safe to come in and get the KO. Scizor and Alolan Muk also can attempt to trap it but must be more careful trying to tank Decidueye's Z-Move. (AP)

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