Deoxys-Speed - AAA

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[OVERVIEW]
Deoxys-S is the fastest Pokemon in Almost Any Ability, which makes it one of the best leads in the metagame. It has access to Stealth Rock and Spikes and, thanks to its Speed, is often able to set Stealth Rock and at least one layer of Spikes up. Deoxys-S also has access to Taunt, which helps it deal with other entry hazard setters and setup sweepers. Despite these helpful traits, however, Deoxys-S has a hard time setting up entry hazards against teams that rely mostly on priority, as priority moves can usually 2HKO Deoxys-S, preventing it from getting two entry hazards up. It has a good typing and good bulk for an entry hazard setter, and its mere presence in the Team Preview tends to draw out leads such as Gale Wings Skarmory and Choice Scarf Victini. This helps pick a lead, especially if Deoxys-S is not setting up entry hazards. It's a very predictable as a lead though, as it is almost always used in this role. Deoxys-S also has good offensive stats, which make it a good revenge killer along with its great Speed.

[SET]
name: Entry Hazard Lead
move 1: Stealth Rock
move 2: Spikes
move 3: Taunt / Magic Coat
move 4: Knock Off / Psycho Boost
item: Red Card
ability: Mold Breaker
nature: Impish / Bold
evs: 252 HP / 216 Def / 40 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
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Stealth Rock breaks Sturdy and Focus Sash and provides useful residual damage throughout the match, while Spikes helps deal with bulkier teams and scouts whether any Pokemon in the opposing team have Levitate. Taunt prevents slower leads from setting their entry hazards up, and it can also prevent other Pokemon from using Deoxys-S as setup fodder. Knock Off is a filler move that gives Deoxys-S an offensive presence before it faints, so Deoxys-S can break Focus Sash, and Sturdy and even remove some annoying items from foes. Psycho Boost can be used over Knock Off, as it is a very powerful STAB move that deals a lot of damage. Magic Coat can be used over Taunt in order to prevent faster Taunt users, especially Prankster + Taunt users, from blocking entry hazards.

Set Details
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252 HP EVs and 216 Defense EVs are given to Deoxys-S to increase its bulk in order to resist most priority moves. This spread allows Deoxys-S to be OHKOed by only a few Pokemon in the tier; 40 Speed EVs, on the other hand, allow it to outspeed Mega Manectric, the fastest non-Choice Scarf user. Red Card allows Deoxys-S to phaze opposing Pokemon after being hit. This helps Deoxys-S with setting up as many entry hazards as possible, making it less weak to priority moves. An Impish nature is chosen with Knock Off, whereas a Bold one is chosen with Psycho Boost.

Usage Tips
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Deoxys-S has to be used as a lead almost always except when the opponent might have a Magic Coat user or a slow spinner. Use Taunt in order to prevent entry hazards from being set up or to outrun other Taunt users, if it's needed. Set up as many entry hazards as possible in order to pressure the opposing team. Be careful because entry hazards should not be removed easily, so if you are facing a Defogger, use Taunt, and, if you are facing a spinner instead, switch Deoxys-S out in order to block Rapid Spin with a Ghost-type.

Team Options
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Spinblockers and Pokemon able to get an advantage from Defog, such as Competitive and Defiant users, are all great partners; in fact, Deoxys-S is often KOed early-game, and it is therefore important to maintain the entry hazards set by Deoxys-S. Flash Fire Doublade is a good partner, as it is the only spinblocker that can deal with Choice Scarf Desolate Land Victini, which is about the only viable Pokemon able to OHKO Deoxys-S. Magic Bounce users can help deal with Pokemon with Prankster that are able to prevent Deoxys-S from setting up entry hazards. Priority users such as Gale Wings users and powerful attackers are able to benefit from the entry hazards that Deoxys-S sets.

[SET]
name: Fast Revenge Killer
move 1: Psycho Boost
move 2: Ice Beam / Thunderbolt
move 3: Superpower
move 4: Knock Off
item: Life Orb
ability: Download
nature: Naive
evs: 32 Atk / 240 SpA / 236 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========

Psycho Boost can deal a great amount of damage and is Deoxys-S's strongest STAB move. Psycho Boost can also make Deoxys-S vulnerable to Pursuit users, however, as they are able to revenge kill it on the switch. Ice Beam provides good coverage, as it hits Dragon- and Flying-types super effectively. Superpower is used to hit Steel-types in particular, and it has good synergy with Deoxys-S's other moves. Knock Off is very useful to hit Ghost-types and can threaten opposing teams by removing their Pokemon's items. Thunderbolt can be used over Ice Beam in order to hit bulky Water-types such as Suicune.

Set Details
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240 Special Attack EVs are given to Deoxys-S in order to deal as much damage as possible with its special attacking moves. 236 Speed EVs with a Naive nature are enough to outspeed Choice Scarf Garchomp without decreasing Deoxys-S's offensive stats. 32 Attack EVs are invested as a filler and contribute to the power of Deoxys-S's physical attacks. This investment ensures a 2HKO against Chansey with Knock Off and Superpower. Download boosts an offensive stat, depending on which one of the foe's defenses is lower; it is very helpful for a mixed attacker. Finally, Life Orb increases Deoxys-S's offensive power.

Usage Tips
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Deoxys-S can't switch into almost any Pokemon. It must be used as a revenge killer after one of your Pokemon has fainted. It generally forces switches, so be aware of the move you are using, as an overprediction could cause Deoxys-S to get KOed.

Team Options
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Deoxys-S should be paired with bulky Pokemon that resist powerful attacks, especially from Choice Scarf users and priority users, as Deoxys-S can't stay in against them. Entry hazard setters are good partners, as Deoxys-S is relatively weak, even with Download, and it needs some entry hazard support in order to secure a lot of OHKOs and 2HKOs.

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

A Light Clay set with Reflect and Light Screen helps a teammate set up with ease. An offensive set with Adaptability and Life Orb, which has great coverage along with decent offensive stats, is good, as the Adaptability boost increases Psycho Boost's damage output. Focus Sash can be used as well on the entry hazard lead set with a Jolly nature in order to set up at least one entry hazard, even against faster Choice Scarf users. You can also try an offensive set with No Guard and Zap Cannon, Dynamic Punch, and Blizzard, as Electric / Fighting / Ice has perfect coverage, and Deoxys-S's Speed gives it a niche over Mew, allowing it to paralyze and cripple most faster threats.

Checks and Counters
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**Magic Coat Users**: Magic Coat users are able to get rid of Deoxys-S by blocking its attempts at setting up entry hazards.

**Faster Pokemon**: Pokemon with Prankster can Taunt the lead set, and Pokemon with strong priority attacks, as well as fast Choice Scarf users such as Garchomp, can all outspeed and greatly damage Deoxys-S.

**Bulky Walls**: Bulky walls, particularly bulky Water-types, can check the Download set, provided that Deoxys-S lacks Thunderbolt.

**Poison Heal Spiritomb**: Once its Toxic Orb is activated, Poison Heal Spiritomb is a great counter to the Download set.

**Mega Scizor**: Mega Scizor is an excellent counter due to its ability to counter the Download set as well as pressure the entry hazard setting set with Knock Off + Bullet Punch or U-turn. It can also get rid of the entry hazards that Deoxys-S sets up with Defog.

**Entry Hazard Removers**: While Defoggers can be stopped by Taunt, spinners are a great problem for Deoxys-S, as Deoxys-S can't stop them without the help of a teammate. Poison Heal Blastoise is especially effective, as it threatens Deoxys-S and spinblockers with Scald. However, the switching in of a spinblocker is very predictable.

 

[Klang]

The overview is supposed to be in bullet form, but given it's the only part of the analysis that you don't have in bullet I'll just split it up real quickly for you and QC off that:

Overview in bullet form

• Fastest Pokemon in Almost Any Ability which makes it one of the best leads in the metagame.
  
• Access to Stealth Rock and Spikes and, thanks to its Speed, is often able to set Stealth Rock and at least a layer of Spikes up.
  
• Focus Sash helps it set up as many hazards as possible.
  
• Access to Taunt which helps it deal with other hazards setters.
  
• Mold Breaker allows it to set entry hazards up through Magic Bounce.
  
• Good typing and a good bulk for an hazards setter.
  
• Very predictable as a lead
  
• Good offensive stats which make it a good revenge-killer along with its great Speed.

Overview:

• Focus sash should be removed from the overview.
• Mold Breaker should also be removed from the overview - mention it in Set Details of the first set instead.
• Mention how Deoxys-S has a hard time setting up hazards against priority-heavy teams, which can usually 2HKO Deoxys-S and prevent it from getting 2 layers of hazards up.

Set 1:

• Slash Psycho Boost after Knock Off, as it is a very strong STAB attack that allows Deoxys-S to do considerable damage to the opposition if needed.
• Change the item to Red Card and the spread to 252 HP / 168 Def / 88 Spe with a Bold or Impish nature, depending on the move choice above. The reasoning behind this is that AAA is a very priority-heavy metagame, and with focus sash it will be very common for Deoxys-S to get Stealth Rock up and then get hit by a priority move and die. Red Card and a bulky spread allow Deoxys to bypass this flaw to some extent, by phazing out the priority user and allowing Deoxys to get 2 or even 3 layers of hazards up. Few Pokemon can OHKO Deoxys with that spread, and almost all of those that do can't outspeed it, meaning at the very least Deoxys gets the same amount of hazard layers as Focus Sash Deoxys does. The speed EVs, on the other hand, let it outspeed Scarf Desolate Land Heatran, one of the few Pokemon that fit the criteria above.
• Specify Defiant and Competitive Pokemon when talking about Pokemon able to take advantage of Defog
• List Flash Fire Doublade as a good partner, as it is both a spinblocker and able to pursuit trap Scarf Desolate Land Victini, which is about the only viable Pokemon that can outspeed and OHKO Deoxys-S
• Mention Magic Bounce users in team options, as it stops Prankster from ruining your day

Set 2:

• A slight EV change from 20 attack to 32 attack allows +1 Deoxys-S to guarantee a 2HKO on Chansey with Knock Off + Superpower without rocks up, which can never hurt. Take the EVs out of SpA.
• Slash Thunderbolt after Ice Beam.
• Move the download explanation from Moves to Set Details.
• Since Deoxys-S is so fast that it can outspeed many scarfers, you should specify "fast Choice Scarf users" since scarfers under base 102 are outsped.
• Mention hazard setters as good partners, as Deoxys-S is still relatively weak with Download and needs hazards to secure many OHKOs and 2HKO's

OO and C&C:

• Mention focus sash in OO.
• List PH Blastoise as a check to the lead set, as none of AAA's spinblockers enjoy going up against it, and it can spin all of Deoxys' hazards away.
• List bulky waters such as Suicune as counters to the Download set if Deoxys lacks Thunderbolt.
• List PH Spiritomb (once the orb is activated) as a counter to the Download set.

Good analysis :)

QC 1/3

 

[Tricking]

The overview is supposed to be in bullet form, but given it's the only part of the analysis that you don't have in bullet I'll just split it up real quickly for you and QC off that:

Overview in bullet form

• Fastest Pokemon in Almost Any Ability which makes it one of the best leads in the metagame.
  
• Access to Stealth Rock and Spikes and, thanks to its Speed, is often able to set Stealth Rock and at least a layer of Spikes up.
  
• Focus Sash helps it set up as many hazards as possible.
  
• Access to Taunt which helps it deal with other hazards setters.
  
• Mold Breaker allows it to set entry hazards up through Magic Bounce.
  
• Good typing and a good bulk for an hazards setter.
  
• Very predictable as a lead
  
• Good offensive stats which make it a good revenge-killer along with its great Speed.

Overview:

• Focus sash should be removed from the overview.
• Mold Breaker should also be removed from the overview - mention it in Set Details of the first set instead.
• Mention how Deoxys-S has a hard time setting up hazards against priority-heavy teams, which can usually 2HKO Deoxys-S and prevent it from getting 2 layers of hazards up.

Set 1:

• Slash Psycho Boost after Knock Off, as it is a very strong STAB attack that allows Deoxys-S to do considerable damage to the opposition if needed.
• Change the item to Red Card and the spread to 252 HP / 168 Def / 88 Spe with a Bold or Impish nature, depending on the move choice above. The reasoning behind this is that AAA is a very priority-heavy metagame, and with focus sash it will be very common for Deoxys-S to get Stealth Rock up and then get hit by a priority move and die. Red Card and a bulky spread allow Deoxys to bypass this flaw to some extent, by phazing out the priority user and allowing Deoxys to get 2 or even 3 layers of hazards up. Few Pokemon can OHKO Deoxys with that spread, and almost all of those that do can't outspeed it, meaning at the very least Deoxys gets the same amount of hazard layers as Focus Sash Deoxys does. The speed EVs, on the other hand, let it outspeed Scarf Desolate Land Heatran, one of the few Pokemon that fit the criteria above.
• Specify Defiant and Competitive Pokemon when talking about Pokemon able to take advantage of Defog
• List Flash Fire Doublade as a good partner, as it is both a spinblocker and able to pursuit trap Scarf Desolate Land Victini, which is about the only viable Pokemon that can outspeed and OHKO Deoxys-S
• Mention Magic Bounce users in team options, as it stops Prankster from ruining your day

Set 2:

• A slight EV change from 20 attack to 32 attack allows +1 Deoxys-S to guarantee a 2HKO on Chansey with Knock Off + Superpower without rocks up, which can never hurt. Take the EVs out of SpA.
• Slash Thunderbolt after Ice Beam.
• Move the download explanation from Moves to Set Details.
• Since Deoxys-S is so fast that it can outspeed many scarfers, you should specify "fast Choice Scarf users" since scarfers under base 102 are outsped.
• Mention hazard setters as good partners, as Deoxys-S is still relatively weak with Download and needs hazards to secure many OHKOs and 2HKO's

OO and C&C:

• Mention focus sash in OO.
• List PH Blastoise as a check to the lead set, as none of AAA's spinblockers enjoy going up against it, and it can spin all of Deoxys' hazards away.
• List bulky waters such as Suicune as counters to the Download set if Deoxys lacks Thunderbolt.
• List PH Spiritomb (once the orb is activated) as a counter to the Download set.

Good analysis :)

QC 1/3

thanks for the check, all the changes have been implemented, so this is ready for the second check!

 

[aesf]

Kl4ng got a lot of it, so here we go...

Overview

• Mention how Deoxys-S's mere presence in team preview tends to draw out leads like Gale Wings Skarmory and Scarfed Victini. This helps with picking a lead, especially if Deoxys-S is not hazard setting.
• Everything else looks good, good job.

Set 1

• I know you mentioned it in Other options, but since it already only applies to only one set, slash in Magic Coat after Taunt and provide a brief description on why it can be used (basically for prankster taunt and opposing deo-s).
• Is scarf desolate land Heatran even relevant? Even so, having doublade as a teammate, which this suggests, should take care of that. The fastest relevant thing in AAA is Mega Manectric, so 40 speed investment should be enough to increase bulk as well.
• Mention how Taunt can stop pokemon from setting up when talking about Taunt.
• Everything else is nicely done.

Set 2

• Can't find anything here.

OO and C&C

• Mega Scizor is an excellent Counter due to its ability to counter the download set as well as pressure the Hazard setting set with Knock off + Bullet punch or U-turn. It can also defog away Deoxys-S's hazards.
• Possibly mention a no guard set that abuses Zap Cannon, Dynamic Punch, and Blizzard, as electric/fighting/ice is perfect coverage and its speed gives it a niche over Mew, allowing it to paralyze and cripple much faster threats.

Good analysis overall.

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[Tricking]

Kl4ng got a lot of it, so here we go...

Overview

• Mention how Deoxys-S's mere presence in team preview tends to draw out leads like Gale Wings Skarmory and Scarfed Victini. This helps with picking a lead, especially if Deoxys-S is not hazard setting.
• Everything else looks good, good job.

Set 1

• I know you mentioned it in Other options, but since it already only applies to only one set, slash in Magic Coat after Taunt and provide a brief description on why it can be used (basically for prankster taunt and opposing deo-s).
• Is scarf desolate land Heatran even relevant? Even so, having doublade as a teammate, which this suggests, should take care of that. The fastest relevant thing in AAA is Mega Manectric, so 40 speed investment should be enough to increase bulk as well.
• Mention how Taunt can stop pokemon from setting up when talking about Taunt.
• Everything else is nicely done.

Set 2

• Can't find anything here.

OO and C&C

• Mega Scizor is an excellent Counter due to its ability to counter the download set as well as pressure the Hazard setting set with Knock off + Bullet punch or U-turn. It can also defog away Deoxys-S's hazards.
• Possibly mention a no guard set that abuses Zap Cannon, Dynamic Punch, and Blizzard, as electric/fighting/ice is perfect coverage and its speed gives it a niche over Mew, allowing it to paralyze and cripple much faster threats.

Good analysis overall.

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good looking badges are overrated

thanks! Written up and ready for the last QC Check.

 

[Adrian Marin]

Overview:

• Overview looks great!

Set 1:

• Seems perfect to me.

Set 2:

• Mention that Psycho Boost can leave Deoxys-S vulnerable to a revenge killer with Pursuit.

Other Options, Team Options, and Checks and Counters

• To eliminate the vagueness in checks and counters and team options, I'd like some examples, e.g, "fast Choice Scarf users such as Garchomp can outpace and kill Deoxys-S," "Bulky walls such as Cresselia can patch up Deoxys-S' opportunity cost," etc. This will give players a much better idea about the subjects described.

Couldn't find anything else, good job.

QC 3/3

 

[Tricking]

Overview:

• Overview looks great!

Set 1:

• Seems perfect to me.

Set 2:

• Mention that Psycho Boost can leave Deoxys-S vulnerable to a revenge killer with Pursuit.

Other Options, Team Options, and Checks and Counters

• To eliminate the vagueness in checks and counters and team options, I'd like some examples, e.g, "fast Choice Scarf users such as Garchomp can outpace and kill Deoxys-S," "Bulky walls such as Cresselia can patch up Deoxys-S' opportunity cost," etc. This will give players a much better idea about the subjects described.

Couldn't find anything else, good job.

QC 3/3

thanks, implemented and sent to GP.

 

[Klang]

Minor nitpick, but the 32 EVs in attack guarantee a 2HKO on Chansey without rocks, as opposed to with rocks.

 

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[OVERVIEW]
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Deoxys-Speed is the fastest Pokemon in Almost Any Ability, which makes it one of the best leads in the metagame. It has access to Stealth Rock and Spikes and, thanks to its Speed, is often able to set Stealth Rock and at least a layer of Spikes up. It has alsoone layer of Spikes up. Deoxys-S also has access to Taunt, which helps it deal with other entry hazards setters and setup sweepers. Despite of these traits, itthese helpful traits, however, Deoxys-S has a hard time setting up entry hazards against teams that rely mostly on priority-heavy teams, as priority moves can usually 2HKO Deoxys-Speed, (AC) preventing it from getting 2 layers oftwo entry hazards up. It has a good typing and a good bulk for an entry hazards setter, (AC) and its mere presence in the team preview tends to draw out leads such as Gale Wings Skarmory and Scarfed Victini; tChoice Scarf Victini. This helps pick a lead, especially if Deoxys-S is not hazard setting up entry hazards. It's a very predictable as a lead though, as it is almost always used in this role. ItDeoxys-S also has good offensive stats, (AC) which make it a good revenge- (remove hyphen, add space)killer along with its great Speed.

[SET]
name: Entry hazards lHazard Lead
move 1: Stealth Rock
move 2: Spikes
move 3: Taunt / Magic Coat
move 4: Knock Off / Psycho Boost
item: Red Card
ability: Mold Breaker
nature: Impish / Bold
evs: 252 HP / 216 Def / 40 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========
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Stealth Rock breaks Sturdy and Focus Sash, and provides to useful residual damage throughout the match, while Spikes helps deal with bulkier teams and scout whether any Pokemon in the opposing team have Levitate. Taunt prevents slower leads from setting their entry hazards up. I, (AC) and it can also prevent other Pokemon from boosting in front of Deoxys-Susing Deoxys-S as setup fodder. Knock Off is a filler move, (AC) which gives Deoxys-Speed an offensive presence before it faints, (AC) so that Deoxys can break Focus Sash, Sturdy, and even remove some annoying items that may be held by the foes. Psycho Boost can be used over Knock Off, (AC) as it is a very powerful STAB move whichthat deals a lot of damage. Magic Coat can be used over Taunt in order to prevent faster Taunt users, especially Prankster + Taunt users, from blocking hazards.

Set Details
========
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252 HP EVs in HP and 216 EVs in Defense EVs are given to Deoxys-Speed to increase its bulk in order to resist most of the priority moves. This spread lets Deoxys to be OHKOed by only a few Pokemon in the tier; 40 Speed EVs, on the other hand, allow it to outspeed Mega Manectric, the fastest non-Choice Scarf user. Red Card allows Deoxys-Speed to phaze the opposing Pokemon after being hit: this helps set. (add period) This helps Deoxys-S with setting up as many entry hazards as possible, (AC) making it less weak to priority moves. An Impish nature is chosen with Knock Off, whereas a Bold one is chosen with Psycho Boost.

Usage Tips
========
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Deoxys-Speed has to be used as a lead almost always except when the opponent may have a Magic Coat user or a slower spinner. Use Taunt in order to prevent entry hazards from being set up or to outrun other Taunt users, if it's needed. Set up as many entry hazards as possible up in order to pressure the opposing team. Be careful because entry hazards should not be removed easily, so, (AC) if you are facing a Defogger, use Taunt, and, (AC) if you are facing a spinner instead, use switch Deoxys-S out in order to block Rapid Spin with a Ghost-type.

Team Options
========
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Pokemon able to block Rapid Spin, such as Ghost-types, Spinblockers and Pokemon able to get advantage from Defog, when this move is used in order to remove hazards, such as Pokemon with Competitive or Defiant, are all great partners: in fact Deoxys-Speed is often KOed soon in the match, therefore it issuch as Competitive and Defiant users, are all great partners; in fact, Deoxys-S is often KOed early-game, and it is therefore important to maintain the hazards previously setentry hazards set by Deoxys-S. Flash Fire Doublade is a good partner, as it is the only spinblocker whichthat can deal with Choice Scarf Desolate Land Victini, which is about the only viable Pokemon able to OHKO Deoxys. Magic Bounce users can help deal with Pokemon with Prankster that are able to stop Deoxys-Speedprevent Deoxys-S from setting up entry hazards up, too. Pokemon able to benefit from the hazards set thanks to their priority moves and powerful attacks such as Prankster users. Priority users, (AC) such as Gale Wings users and in general powerful attackers are able to benefit from the entry hazards that Deoxys-S sets.

[SET]
name: Fast Revenge-k Killer
move 1: Psycho Boost
move 2: Ice Beam / Thunderbolt
move 3: Superpower
move 4: Knock Off
item: Life Orb
ability: Download
nature: Naive
evs: 32 Atk / 240 SpA / 236 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
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Psycho Boost can deal a great amount of damage and it Deoxys-Speed's most powerfulis Deoxys-S's strongest STAB move. Psycho Boost can also make Deoxys-S weakvulnerable to Pursuit users, as they are able to revenge kill it on the switch. Ice Beam provides to a good coverage hittinggood coverage, as it hits Dragon- and Flying-types. Superpower is used to hit in particular Steel-types having a good synergy with theSteel-types in particular, and it has good synergy with Deoxys-S's other moves. Knock Off is very useful to hit Ghost-types and in general can threaten opposing teams by removing sometheir Pokemons' items. Thunderbolt can be used over Ice- (remove hyphen, add space)Beam in order to hit bulky Water-types such as Suicune.

Set Details
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240 Special Attack EVs are given to Deoxys-Speed in order to deal as much damage as possible with its special attacking moves. 236 Speed EVs, along with a Naive nature, are enough to outspeed Choice Scarf Garchomp without decreasing its offensive stats. 32 Attack EVs are invested as a filler and contribute to increase the power of itDeoxys-S's physical attacks. This investiment asment ensures a 2HKO against Chansey with Knock Off and Superpower. Its ability is Download because it boosts an offensive stat, (AC) depending on which one of the foe's defenses are lower; it is very helpful for a Mmixed attacker. Finally, Life Orb increases itDeoxys-S's offensive power.

Usage Tips
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It Deoxys-S can't switch into almost any Pokemon. It must be used as a revenge- (remove hyphen, add space)killer after one of your Pokemon ishas fainted. It generally forces switches, so be aware of the move you are using, as an overprediction could cause Deoxys-Speed's KO.to get KOed.

Team Options
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Deoxys-S should be paired with bulky Pokemon whichthat can resist powerful attacks, especially from Choice Scarf with more thanusers and priority moves users, as Deoxys-Speed can't stay in against them. Entry hazards setters are good partners, as Deoxys-Speed is relatively weak, (AC) even with Download, (AC) and it needs some entry hazard support in order to secure a lot of OHKOs and 2HKOs.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
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A Light Clay set with Reflect and Light Screen helps a teammate setup with ease. An offensive set with Adaptability and Life Orb, (AC) which has a great coverage along with decent offensive stats., (AC) is good, as the Adaptability boost increases Psycho Boost's base pBase Power. Focus Sash can be used as well on the first set with a Jolly nature in order to secure at least one hazards set upt up at least one entry hazard, (AC) even against faster Choice Scarf users. You can also try an offensive set with No Guard withand Zap Cannon, Dynamic Punch, and Blizzard, as Electric/Fighting/Ice is a perfect coverage and it / Fighting / Ice has perfect coverage, and Deoxys-S's Speed gives it a niche over Mew, allowing it to paralyze and cripple muchost faster threats.

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

**Magic Coat users**: these PokemonUsers**: Magic Coat users are able to get rid of Deoxys-Speed by blocking its attempts at setting up entry hazards.

**Prankster users**: especially Deoxys-DefenseUsers**: In particular, Deoxys-D may be annoying, (AC) as it can prevent Deoxys-Speed from doing almost everything thanksdue to its priority Taunt.

**Priority moves**: theseMoves**: Priority moves can easily KO weakened Deoxys-Speed by outspeeding it, making its role of an entry hazards setter much more difficult.

**Poison Heal Blastoise**: Poison Heal Blastoise can check the lead set, as it can spin away all itsget rid of the entry hazards that Deoxys-S sets up with Rapid Spin.

**Bulky Water-types**: these PokemonBulky Water-types, such as Suicune, can check the Download set, (AC) if it lacks of Thunderbolt.

**Bulky walls**: these PokemonWalls**: Bulky walls, such as Cresselia, can patch up Deoxys-Speed's opportunity cost.

**Poison Heal Spiritomb**: oOnce Toxic Orb is activated, Poison Heal Spiritomb is a counter tof the Download set.

**Mega Scizor**: it is an excellent CMega Scizor is an excellent counter due to its ability to counter the Download set as well as pressure the Hentry hazard setting set with Knock oOff + Bullet punch or U-turn. It can also Defog away Deoxys-S's hazards.get rid of the entry hazards that Deoxys-S sets up with Defog.

**Entry Hazard Removers**: While Defoggers can be stopped by Taunt, spinners are a great problem for Deoxys-Speed, (AC) as it can't stop them without the help of a teammate; however, (AC) the switch in of a spinblocker is very predictable.

**Faster Choice Scarf users**: some Pokemon holding a Choice ScarfUsers**: Faster Choice Scarf users, such as Garchomp, are able to outspeed and KO Deoxys-Speed and KO it.

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[OVERVIEW]

Deoxys-S is the fastest Pokemon in Almost Any Ability, which makes it one of the best leads in the metagame. It has access to Stealth Rock and Spikes and, thanks to its Speed, is often able to set Stealth Rock and at least one layer of Spikes up. Deoxys-S also has access to Taunt, which helps it deal with other entry hazard setters and setup sweepers. Despite these helpful traits, however, Deoxys-S has a hard time setting up entry hazards against teams that rely mostly on priority, as priority moves can usually 2HKO Deoxys-S, preventing it from getting two entry hazards up. It has a good typing and good bulk for an entry hazard setter, and its mere presence in the team preview tends to draw out leads such as Gale Wings Skarmory and Choice Scarf Victini. This helps pick a lead, especially if Deoxys-S is not setting up entry hazards. It's a very predictable as a lead though, as it is almost always used in this role. Deoxys-S also has good offensive stats, which make it a good revenge killer along with its great Speed.

[SET]
name: Entry Hazard Lead
move 1: Stealth Rock
move 2: Spikes
move 3: Taunt / Magic Coat
move 4: Knock Off / Psycho Boost
item: Red Card
ability: Mold Breaker
nature: Impish / Bold
evs: 252 HP / 216 Def / 40 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========

Stealth Rock breaks Sturdy and Focus Sash and provides useful residual damage throughout the match, while Spikes helps deal with bulkier teams and scout whether any Pokemon in the opposing team have Levitate. Taunt prevents slower leads from setting their entry hazards up, and it can also prevent other Pokemon from using Deoxys-S as setup fodder. Knock Off is a filler move, which gives Deoxys-S an offensive presence before it faints, so Deoxys can break Focus Sash, Sturdy, and even remove some annoying items that may be held by the foes. Psycho Boost can be used over Knock Off, as it is a very powerful STAB move that deals a lot of damage. Magic Coat can be used over Taunt in order to prevent faster Taunt users, especially Prankster + Taunt users, from blocking hazards.

Set Details
========

252 HP EVs and 216 Defense EVs are given to Deoxys-S to increase its bulk in order to resist most priority moves. This spread lets Deoxys to be OHKOed by only a few Pokemon in the tier; 40 Speed EVs, on the other hand, allow it to outspeed Mega Manectric, the fastest non-Choice Scarf user. Red Card allows Deoxys-Speed to phaze opposing Pokemon after being hit. This helps Deoxys-S with setting up as many entry hazards as possible, making it less weak to priority moves. An Impish nature is chosen with Knock Off, whereas a Bold one is chosen with Psycho Boost.

Usage Tips
========

Deoxys-S has to be used as a lead almost always except when the opponent may have a Magic Coat user or a slow spinner. Use Taunt in order to prevent entry hazards from being set up or to outrun other Taunt users, if it's needed. Set up as many entry hazards as possible in order to pressure the opposing team. Be careful because entry hazards should not be removed easily, so, if you are facing a Defogger, use Taunt, and, if you are facing a spinner instead, switch Deoxys-S out in order to block Rapid Spin with a Ghost-type.

Team Options
========

Spinblockers and Pokemon able to get advantage from Defog, such as Competitive and Defiant users, are all great partners; in fact, Deoxys-S is often KOed early-game, and it is therefore important to maintain the entry hazards set by Deoxys-S. Flash Fire Doublade is a good partner, as it is the only spinblocker that can deal with Choice Scarf Desolate Land Victini, which is about the only viable Pokemon able to OHKO Deoxys. Magic Bounce users can help deal with Pokemon that are able to prevent Deoxys-S from setting up entry hazards up such as Prankster users. Priority users, such as Gale Wings users and powerful attackers are able to benefit from the entry hazards that Deoxys-S sets.

[SET]
name: Fast Revenge Killer
move 1: Psycho Boost
move 2: Ice Beam / Thunderbolt
move 3: Superpower
move 4: Knock Off
item: Life Orb
ability: Download
nature: Naive
evs: 32 Atk / 240 SpA / 236 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========

Psycho Boost can deal a great amount of damage and is Deoxys-S's strongest STAB move. Psycho Boost can also make Deoxys-S vulnerable to Pursuit users, as they are able to revenge kill it on the switch. Ice Beam provides good coverage, as it hits Dragon- and Flying-types. Superpower is used to hit Steel-types in particular, and it has good synergy with Deoxys-S's other moves. Knock Off is very useful to hit Ghost-types and can threaten opposing teams by removing their Pokemons' items. Thunderbolt can be used over Ice Beam in order to hit bulky Water-types such as Suicune.

Set Details
========

240 Special Attack EVs are given to Deoxys-S in order to deal as much damage as possible with its special attacking moves. 236 Speed EVs with a Naive nature are enough to outspeed Choice Scarf Garchomp without decreasing its offensive stats. 32 Attack EVs are invested as a filler and contribute to increase the power of Deoxys-S's physical attacks. This investment ensures a 2HKO against Chansey with Knock Off and Superpower. Download boosts an offensive stat, depending on which one of the foe's defenses are lower; it is very helpful for a mixed attacker. Finally, Life Orb increases Deoxys-S's offensive power.

Usage Tips
========

Deoxys-S can't switch into almost any Pokemon. It must be used as a revenge killer after one of your Pokemon has fainted. It generally forces switches, so be aware of the move you are using, as an overprediction could cause Deoxys-S to get KOed.

Team Options
========

Deoxys-S should be paired with bulky Pokemon that can resist powerful attacks, especially from Choice Scarf users and priority users, as Deoxys-S can't stay in against them. Entry hazard setters are good partners, as Deoxys-Speed is relatively weak, even with Download, and it needs some entry hazard support in order to secure a lot of OHKOs and 2HKOs.

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

A Light Clay set with Reflect and Light Screen helps a teammate setup with ease. An offensive set with Adaptability and Life Orb, which has a great coverage along with decent offensive stats, is good, as the Adaptability boost increases Psycho Boost's Base Power. Focus Sash can be used as well on the first set with a Jolly nature in order to set up at least one entry hazard, even against faster Choice Scarf users. You can also try an offensive set with No Guard and Zap Cannon, Dynamic Punch, and Blizzard, as Electric / Fighting / Ice has perfect coverage, and Deoxys-S's Speed gives it a niche over Mew, allowing it to paralyze and cripple most faster threats.

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

**Magic Coat Users**: Magic Coat users are able to get rid of Deoxys-S by blocking its attempts at setting up entry hazards.

**Prankster Users**: In particular, Deoxys-D may be annoying, as it can prevent Deoxys-Speed from doing almost everything due to its priority Taunt.

**Priority Moves**: Priority moves can easily KO weakened Deoxys-S by outspeeding it, making its role of an entry hazard setter much more difficult.

**Poison Heal Blastoise**: Poison Heal Blastoise can check the lead set, as it can get rid of the entry hazards that Deoxys-S sets up with Rapid Spin.

**Bulky Water-types**: Bulky Water-types, such as Suicune, can check the Download set, if it lacks Thunderbolt.

**Bulky Walls**: Bulky walls, such as Cresselia, can patch up Deoxys-S's opportunity cost.

**Poison Heal Spiritomb**: Once Toxic Orb is activated, Poison Heal Spiritomb is a counter to the Download set.

**Mega Scizor**: Mega Scizor is an excellent counter due to its ability to counter the Download set as well as pressure the entry hazard setting set with Knock Off + Bullet punch or U-turn. It can also get rid of the entry hazards that Deoxys-S sets up with Defog.

**Entry Hazard Removers**: While Defoggers can be stopped by Taunt, spinners are a great problem for Deoxys-S, as it can't stop them without the help of a teammate; however, the switch in of a spinblocker is very predictable.

**Faster Choice Scarf Users**: Faster Choice Scarf users, such as Garchomp, are able to outspeed and KO Deoxys-S.

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[OVERVIEW]
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Deoxys-Speed is the fastest Pokemon in Almost Any Ability, which makes it one of the best leads in the metagame. It has access to Stealth Rock and Spikes and, thanks to its Speed, is often able to set Stealth Rock and at least a layer of Spikes up. It has alsoone layer of Spikes up. Deoxys-S also has access to Taunt, which helps it deal with other entry hazards setters and setup sweepers. Despite of these traits, itthese helpful traits, however, Deoxys-S has a hard time setting up entry hazards against teams that rely mostly on priority-heavy teams, as priority moves can usually 2HKO Deoxys-Speed, (AC) preventing it from getting 2 layers oftwo entry hazards up. It has a good typing and a good bulk for an entry hazards setter, (AC) and its mere presence in the team preview tends to draw out leads such as Gale Wings Skarmory and Scarfed Victini; tChoice Scarf Victini. This helps pick a lead, especially if Deoxys-S is not hazard setting up entry hazards. It's a very predictable as a lead though, as it is almost always used in this role. ItDeoxys-S also has good offensive stats, (AC) which make it a good revenge- (remove hyphen, add space)killer along with its great Speed.

[SET]
name: Entry hazards lHazard Lead
move 1: Stealth Rock
move 2: Spikes
move 3: Taunt / Magic Coat
move 4: Knock Off / Psycho Boost
item: Red Card
ability: Mold Breaker
nature: Impish / Bold
evs: 252 HP / 216 Def / 40 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========
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Stealth Rock breaks Sturdy and Focus Sash, and provides to useful residual damage throughout the match, while Spikes helps deal with bulkier teams and scout whether any Pokemon in the opposing team have Levitate. Taunt prevents slower leads from setting their entry hazards up. I, (AC) and it can also prevent other Pokemon from boosting in front of Deoxys-Susing Deoxys-S as setup fodder. Knock Off is a filler move, (AC) which gives Deoxys-Speed an offensive presence before it faints, (AC) so that Deoxys can break Focus Sash, Sturdy, and even remove some annoying items that may be held by the foes. Psycho Boost can be used over Knock Off, (AC) as it is a very powerful STAB move whichthat deals a lot of damage. Magic Coat can be used over Taunt in order to prevent faster Taunt users, especially Prankster + Taunt users, from blocking hazards.

Set Details
========
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252 HP EVs in HP and 216 EVs in Defense EVs are given to Deoxys-Speed to increase its bulk in order to resist most of the priority moves. This spread lets Deoxys to be OHKOed by only a few Pokemon in the tier; 40 Speed EVs, on the other hand, allow it to outspeed Mega Manectric, the fastest non-Choice Scarf user. Red Card allows Deoxys-Speed to phaze the opposing Pokemon after being hit: this helps set. (add period) This helps Deoxys-S with setting up as many entry hazards as possible, (AC) making it less weak to priority moves. An Impish nature is chosen with Knock Off, whereas a Bold one is chosen with Psycho Boost.

Usage Tips
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Deoxys-Speed has to be used as a lead almost always except when the opponent may have a Magic Coat user or a slower spinner. Use Taunt in order to prevent entry hazards from being set up or to outrun other Taunt users, if it's needed. Set up as many entry hazards as possible up in order to pressure the opposing team. Be careful because entry hazards should not be removed easily, so, (AC) if you are facing a Defogger, use Taunt, and, (AC) if you are facing a spinner instead, use switch Deoxys-S out in order to block Rapid Spin with a Ghost-type.

Team Options
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Pokemon able to block Rapid Spin, such as Ghost-types, Spinblockers and Pokemon able to get advantage from Defog, when this move is used in order to remove hazards, such as Pokemon with Competitive or Defiant, are all great partners: in fact Deoxys-Speed is often KOed soon in the match, therefore it issuch as Competitive and Defiant users, are all great partners; in fact, Deoxys-S is often KOed early-game, and it is therefore important to maintain the hazards previously setentry hazards set by Deoxys-S. Flash Fire Doublade is a good partner, as it is the only spinblocker whichthat can deal with Choice Scarf Desolate Land Victini, which is about the only viable Pokemon able to OHKO Deoxys. Magic Bounce users can help deal with Pokemon with Prankster that are able to stop Deoxys-Speedprevent Deoxys-S from setting up entry hazards up, too. Pokemon able to benefit from the hazards set thanks to their priority moves and powerful attacks such as Prankster users. Priority users, (AC) such as Gale Wings users and in general powerful attackers are able to benefit from the entry hazards that Deoxys-S sets.

[SET]
name: Fast Revenge-k Killer
move 1: Psycho Boost
move 2: Ice Beam / Thunderbolt
move 3: Superpower
move 4: Knock Off
item: Life Orb
ability: Download
nature: Naive
evs: 32 Atk / 240 SpA / 236 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========
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Psycho Boost can deal a great amount of damage and it Deoxys-Speed's most powerfulis Deoxys-S's strongest STAB move. Psycho Boost can also make Deoxys-S weakvulnerable to Pursuit users, as they are able to revenge kill it on the switch. Ice Beam provides to a good coverage hittinggood coverage, as it hits Dragon- and Flying-types. Superpower is used to hit in particular Steel-types having a good synergy with theSteel-types in particular, and it has good synergy with Deoxys-S's other moves. Knock Off is very useful to hit Ghost-types and in general can threaten opposing teams by removing sometheir Pokemons' items. Thunderbolt can be used over Ice- (remove hyphen, add space)Beam in order to hit bulky Water-types such as Suicune.

Set Details
========
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240 Special Attack EVs are given to Deoxys-Speed in order to deal as much damage as possible with its special attacking moves. 236 Speed EVs, along with a Naive nature, are enough to outspeed Choice Scarf Garchomp without decreasing its offensive stats. 32 Attack EVs are invested as a filler and contribute to increase the power of itDeoxys-S's physical attacks. This investiment asment ensures a 2HKO against Chansey with Knock Off and Superpower. Its ability is Download because it boosts an offensive stat, (AC) depending on which one of the foe's defenses are lower; it is very helpful for a Mmixed attacker. Finally, Life Orb increases itDeoxys-S's offensive power.

Usage Tips
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Team Options
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Deoxys-S should be paired with bulky Pokemon whichthat can resist powerful attacks, especially from Choice Scarf with more thanusers and priority moves users, as Deoxys-Speed can't stay in against them. Entry hazards setters are good partners, as Deoxys-Speed is relatively weak, (AC) even with Download, (AC) and it needs some entry hazard support in order to secure a lot of OHKOs and 2HKOs.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
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A Light Clay set with Reflect and Light Screen helps a teammate setup with ease. An offensive set with Adaptability and Life Orb, (AC) which has a great coverage along with decent offensive stats., (AC) is good, as the Adaptability boost increases Psycho Boost's base pBase Power. Focus Sash can be used as well on the first set with a Jolly nature in order to secure at least one hazards set upt up at least one entry hazard, (AC) even against faster Choice Scarf users. You can also try an offensive set with No Guard withand Zap Cannon, Dynamic Punch, and Blizzard, as Electric/Fighting/Ice is a perfect coverage and it / Fighting / Ice has perfect coverage, and Deoxys-S's Speed gives it a niche over Mew, allowing it to paralyze and cripple muchost faster threats.

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

**Magic Coat users**: these PokemonUsers**: Magic Coat users are able to get rid of Deoxys-Speed by blocking its attempts at setting up entry hazards.

**Prankster users**: especially Deoxys-DefenseUsers**: In particular, Deoxys-D may be annoying, (AC) as it can prevent Deoxys-Speed from doing almost everything thanksdue to its priority Taunt.

**Priority moves**: theseMoves**: Priority moves can easily KO weakened Deoxys-Speed by outspeeding it, making its role of an entry hazards setter much more difficult.

**Poison Heal Blastoise**: Poison Heal Blastoise can check the lead set, as it can spin away all itsget rid of the entry hazards that Deoxys-S sets up with Rapid Spin.

**Bulky Water-types**: these PokemonBulky Water-types, such as Suicune, can check the Download set, (AC) if it lacks of Thunderbolt.

**Bulky walls**: these PokemonWalls**: Bulky walls, such as Cresselia, can patch up Deoxys-Speed's opportunity cost.

**Poison Heal Spiritomb**: oOnce Toxic Orb is activated, Poison Heal Spiritomb is a counter tof the Download set.

**Mega Scizor**: it is an excellent CMega Scizor is an excellent counter due to its ability to counter the Download set as well as pressure the Hentry hazard setting set with Knock oOff + Bullet punch or U-turn. It can also Defog away Deoxys-S's hazards.get rid of the entry hazards that Deoxys-S sets up with Defog.

**Entry Hazard Removers**: While Defoggers can be stopped by Taunt, spinners are a great problem for Deoxys-Speed, (AC) as it can't stop them without the help of a teammate; however, (AC) the switch in of a spinblocker is very predictable.

**Faster Choice Scarf users**: some Pokemon holding a Choice ScarfUsers**: Faster Choice Scarf users, such as Garchomp, are able to outspeed and KO Deoxys-Speed and KO it.

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[OVERVIEW]

Deoxys-S is the fastest Pokemon in Almost Any Ability, which makes it one of the best leads in the metagame. It has access to Stealth Rock and Spikes and, thanks to its Speed, is often able to set Stealth Rock and at least one layer of Spikes up. Deoxys-S also has access to Taunt, which helps it deal with other entry hazard setters and setup sweepers. Despite these helpful traits, however, Deoxys-S has a hard time setting up entry hazards against teams that rely mostly on priority, as priority moves can usually 2HKO Deoxys-S, preventing it from getting two entry hazards up. It has a good typing and good bulk for an entry hazard setter, and its mere presence in the team preview tends to draw out leads such as Gale Wings Skarmory and Choice Scarf Victini. This helps pick a lead, especially if Deoxys-S is not setting up entry hazards. It's a very predictable as a lead though, as it is almost always used in this role. Deoxys-S also has good offensive stats, which make it a good revenge killer along with its great Speed.

[SET]
name: Entry Hazard Lead
move 1: Stealth Rock
move 2: Spikes
move 3: Taunt / Magic Coat
move 4: Knock Off / Psycho Boost
item: Red Card
ability: Mold Breaker
nature: Impish / Bold
evs: 252 HP / 216 Def / 40 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========

Stealth Rock breaks Sturdy and Focus Sash and provides useful residual damage throughout the match, while Spikes helps deal with bulkier teams and scout whether any Pokemon in the opposing team have Levitate. Taunt prevents slower leads from setting their entry hazards up, and it can also prevent other Pokemon from using Deoxys-S as setup fodder. Knock Off is a filler move, which gives Deoxys-S an offensive presence before it faints, so Deoxys can break Focus Sash, Sturdy, and even remove some annoying items that may be held by the foes. Psycho Boost can be used over Knock Off, as it is a very powerful STAB move that deals a lot of damage. Magic Coat can be used over Taunt in order to prevent faster Taunt users, especially Prankster + Taunt users, from blocking hazards.

Set Details
========

252 HP EVs and 216 Defense EVs are given to Deoxys-S to increase its bulk in order to resist most priority moves. This spread lets Deoxys to be OHKOed by only a few Pokemon in the tier; 40 Speed EVs, on the other hand, allow it to outspeed Mega Manectric, the fastest non-Choice Scarf user. Red Card allows Deoxys-Speed to phaze opposing Pokemon after being hit. This helps Deoxys-S with setting up as many entry hazards as possible, making it less weak to priority moves. An Impish nature is chosen with Knock Off, whereas a Bold one is chosen with Psycho Boost.

Usage Tips
========

Deoxys-S has to be used as a lead almost always except when the opponent may have a Magic Coat user or a slow spinner. Use Taunt in order to prevent entry hazards from being set up or to outrun other Taunt users, if it's needed. Set up as many entry hazards as possible in order to pressure the opposing team. Be careful because entry hazards should not be removed easily, so, if you are facing a Defogger, use Taunt, and, if you are facing a spinner instead, switch Deoxys-S out in order to block Rapid Spin with a Ghost-type.

Team Options
========

Spinblockers and Pokemon able to get advantage from Defog, such as Competitive and Defiant users, are all great partners; in fact, Deoxys-S is often KOed early-game, and it is therefore important to maintain the entry hazards set by Deoxys-S. Flash Fire Doublade is a good partner, as it is the only spinblocker that can deal with Choice Scarf Desolate Land Victini, which is about the only viable Pokemon able to OHKO Deoxys. Magic Bounce users can help deal with Pokemon that are able to prevent Deoxys-S from setting up entry hazards up such as Prankster users. Priority users, such as Gale Wings users and powerful attackers are able to benefit from the entry hazards that Deoxys-S sets.

[SET]
name: Fast Revenge Killer
move 1: Psycho Boost
move 2: Ice Beam / Thunderbolt
move 3: Superpower
move 4: Knock Off
item: Life Orb
ability: Download
nature: Naive
evs: 32 Atk / 240 SpA / 236 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========

Psycho Boost can deal a great amount of damage and is Deoxys-S's strongest STAB move. Psycho Boost can also make Deoxys-S vulnerable to Pursuit users, as they are able to revenge kill it on the switch. Ice Beam provides good coverage, as it hits Dragon- and Flying-types. Superpower is used to hit Steel-types in particular, and it has good synergy with Deoxys-S's other moves. Knock Off is very useful to hit Ghost-types and can threaten opposing teams by removing their Pokemons' items. Thunderbolt can be used over Ice Beam in order to hit bulky Water-types such as Suicune.

Set Details
========

240 Special Attack EVs are given to Deoxys-S in order to deal as much damage as possible with its special attacking moves. 236 Speed EVs with a Naive nature are enough to outspeed Choice Scarf Garchomp without decreasing its offensive stats. 32 Attack EVs are invested as a filler and contribute to increase the power of Deoxys-S's physical attacks. This investment ensures a 2HKO against Chansey with Knock Off and Superpower. Download boosts an offensive stat, depending on which one of the foe's defenses are lower; it is very helpful for a mixed attacker. Finally, Life Orb increases Deoxys-S's offensive power.

Usage Tips
========

Deoxys-S can't switch into almost any Pokemon. It must be used as a revenge killer after one of your Pokemon has fainted. It generally forces switches, so be aware of the move you are using, as an overprediction could cause Deoxys-S to get KOed.

Team Options
========

Deoxys-S should be paired with bulky Pokemon that can resist powerful attacks, especially from Choice Scarf users and priority users, as Deoxys-S can't stay in against them. Entry hazard setters are good partners, as Deoxys-Speed is relatively weak, even with Download, and it needs some entry hazard support in order to secure a lot of OHKOs and 2HKOs.

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

A Light Clay set with Reflect and Light Screen helps a teammate setup with ease. An offensive set with Adaptability and Life Orb, which has a great coverage along with decent offensive stats, is good, as the Adaptability boost increases Psycho Boost's Base Power. Focus Sash can be used as well on the first set with a Jolly nature in order to set up at least one entry hazard, even against faster Choice Scarf users. You can also try an offensive set with No Guard and Zap Cannon, Dynamic Punch, and Blizzard, as Electric / Fighting / Ice has perfect coverage, and Deoxys-S's Speed gives it a niche over Mew, allowing it to paralyze and cripple most faster threats.

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

**Magic Coat Users**: Magic Coat users are able to get rid of Deoxys-S by blocking its attempts at setting up entry hazards.

**Prankster Users**: In particular, Deoxys-D may be annoying, as it can prevent Deoxys-Speed from doing almost everything due to its priority Taunt.

**Priority Moves**: Priority moves can easily KO weakened Deoxys-S by outspeeding it, making its role of an entry hazard setter much more difficult.

**Poison Heal Blastoise**: Poison Heal Blastoise can check the lead set, as it can get rid of the entry hazards that Deoxys-S sets up with Rapid Spin.

**Bulky Water-types**: Bulky Water-types, such as Suicune, can check the Download set, if it lacks Thunderbolt.

**Bulky Walls**: Bulky walls, such as Cresselia, can patch up Deoxys-S's opportunity cost.

**Poison Heal Spiritomb**: Once Toxic Orb is activated, Poison Heal Spiritomb is a counter to the Download set.

**Mega Scizor**: Mega Scizor is an excellent counter due to its ability to counter the Download set as well as pressure the entry hazard setting set with Knock Off + Bullet punch or U-turn. It can also get rid of the entry hazards that Deoxys-S sets up with Defog.

**Entry Hazard Removers**: While Defoggers can be stopped by Taunt, spinners are a great problem for Deoxys-S, as it can't stop them without the help of a teammate; however, the switch in of a spinblocker is very predictable.

**Faster Choice Scarf Users**: Faster Choice Scarf users, such as Garchomp, are able to outspeed and KO Deoxys-S.

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**Magic Coat Users**: Magic Coat users are able to get rid of Deoxys-S by blocking its attempts at setting up entry hazards.

**Faster Pokemon** Pokemon with Prankster can Taunt the lead set, and Pokemon with strong priority attacks, as well as fast Choice Scarf users such as Garchomp, can all outspeed and greatly damage Deoxys-S

**Bulky Walls**: Bulky walls, particularly Bulky Water-types, can check the Download set, provided that Deoxys-S lacks Thunderbolt.

**Poison Heal Spiritomb**: Once Toxic Orb is activated, Poison Heal Spiritomb is a great counter to the Download set.

**Mega Scizor**: Mega Scizor is an excellent counter due to its ability to counter the Download set as well as pressure the entry hazard setting set with Knock Off + Bullet punch or U-turn. It can also get rid of the entry hazards that Deoxys-S sets up with Defog.

**Entry Hazard Removers**: While Defoggers can be stopped by Taunt, spinners, especially Poison Heal Blastoise, for it threatens Deoxys-S and spinblockers with Scald, are a great problem for Deoxys-S, as Deoxys-S can't stop them without the help of a teammate; however, the switch-in of a spinblocker is very predictable.

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**Magic Coat Users**: Magic Coat users are able to get rid of Deoxys-S by blocking its attempts at setting up entry hazards.

**Faster Pokemon** Pokemon with Prankster can Taunt the lead set, and Pokemon with strong priority attacks, as well as fast Choice Scarf users such as Garchomp, can all outspeed and greatly damage Deoxys-S

**Bulky Walls**: Bulky walls, particularly Bulky Water-types, can check the Download set, provided that Deoxys-S lacks Thunderbolt.

**Poison Heal Spiritomb**: Once Toxic Orb is activated, Poison Heal Spiritomb is a great counter to the Download set.

**Mega Scizor**: Mega Scizor is an excellent counter due to its ability to counter the Download set as well as pressure the entry hazard setting set with Knock Off + Bullet punch or U-turn. It can also get rid of the entry hazards that Deoxys-S sets up with Defog.

**Entry Hazard Removers**: While Defoggers can be stopped by Taunt, spinners, especially Poison Heal Blastoise, for it threatens Deoxys-S and spinblockers with Scald, are a great problem for Deoxys-S, as Deoxys-S can't stop them without the help of a teammate; however, the switch-in of a spinblocker is very predictable.

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[OVERVIEW]
Deoxys-S is the fastest Pokemon in Almost Any Ability, which makes it one of the best leads in the metagame. It has access to Stealth Rock and Spikes and, thanks to its Speed, is often able to set Stealth Rock and at least one layer of Spikes up. Deoxys-S also has access to Taunt, which helps it deal with other entry hazard setters and setup sweepers. Despite these helpful traits, however, Deoxys-S has a hard time setting up entry hazards against teams that rely mostly on priority, as priority moves can usually 2HKO Deoxys-S, preventing it from getting two entry hazards up. It has a good typing and good bulk for an entry hazard setter, and its mere presence in the Team Preview tends to draw out leads such as Gale Wings Skarmory and Choice Scarf Victini. This helps pick a lead, especially if Deoxys-S is not setting up entry hazards. It's a very predictable as a lead though, as it is almost always used in this role. Deoxys-S also has good offensive stats, which make it a good revenge killer along with its great Speed.

[SET]
name: Entry Hazard Lead
move 1: Stealth Rock
move 2: Spikes
move 3: Taunt / Magic Coat
move 4: Knock Off / Psycho Boost
item: Red Card
ability: Mold Breaker
nature: Impish / Bold
evs: 252 HP / 216 Def / 40 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========

Stealth Rock breaks Sturdy and Focus Sash and provides useful residual damage throughout the match, while Spikes helps deal with bulkier teams and scouts whether any Pokemon in the opposing team have Levitate. Taunt prevents slower leads from setting their entry hazards up, and it can also prevent other Pokemon from using Deoxys-S as setup fodder. Knock Off is a filler move, which that gives Deoxys-S an offensive presence before it faints, so Deoxys-S can break Focus Sash, and Sturdy, (remove comma) and even remove some annoying items from that may be held by the foes. Psycho Boost can be used over Knock Off, as it is a very powerful STAB move that deals a lot of damage. Magic Coat can be used over Taunt in order to prevent faster Taunt users, especially Prankster + Taunt users, from blocking entry hazards.

Set Details
========

252 HP EVs and 216 Defense EVs are given to Deoxys-S to increase its bulk in order to resist most priority moves. This spread lets allows Deoxys-S to be OHKOed by only a few Pokemon in the tier; 40 Speed EVs, on the other hand, allow it to outspeed Mega Manectric, the fastest non-Choice Scarf user. Red Card allows Deoxys-Speed to phaze opposing Pokemon after being hit. This helps Deoxys-S with setting up as many entry hazards as possible, making it less weak to priority moves. An Impish nature is chosen with Knock Off, whereas a Bold one is chosen with Psycho Boost.

Usage Tips
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Deoxys-S has to be used as a lead almost always except when the opponent may might have a Magic Coat user or a slow spinner. Use Taunt in order to prevent entry hazards from being set up or to outrun other Taunt users, if it's needed. Set up as many entry hazards as possible in order to pressure the opposing team. Be careful because entry hazards should not be removed easily, so, if you are facing a Defogger, use Taunt, and, if you are facing a spinner instead, switch Deoxys-S out in order to block Rapid Spin with a Ghost-type.

Team Options
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Spinblockers and Pokemon able to get an advantage from Defog, such as Competitive and Defiant users, are all great partners; in fact, Deoxys-S is often KOed early-game, and it is therefore important to maintain the entry hazards set by Deoxys-S. Flash Fire Doublade is a good partner, as it is the only spinblocker that can deal with Choice Scarf Desolate Land Victini, which is about the only viable Pokemon able to OHKO Deoxys-S. Magic Bounce users can help deal with Pokemon with Prankster that are able to prevent Deoxys-S from setting up entry hazards up such as Prankster users. Priority users, (remove comma) such as Gale Wings users and powerful attackers are able to benefit from the entry hazards that Deoxys-S sets.

[SET]
name: Fast Revenge Killer
move 1: Psycho Boost
move 2: Ice Beam / Thunderbolt
move 3: Superpower
move 4: Knock Off
item: Life Orb
ability: Download
nature: Naive
evs: 32 Atk / 240 SpA / 236 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
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Psycho Boost can deal a great amount of damage and is Deoxys-S's strongest STAB move. Psycho Boost can also make Deoxys-S vulnerable to Pursuit users, however, as they are able to revenge kill it on the switch. Ice Beam provides good coverage, as it hits Dragon- and Flying-types super effectively. Superpower is used to hit Steel-types in particular, and it has good synergy with Deoxys-S's other moves. Knock Off is very useful to hit Ghost-types and can threaten opposing teams by removing their Pokemons' Pokemon's items. Thunderbolt can be used over Ice Beam in order to hit bulky Water-types such as Suicune.

Set Details
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240 Special Attack EVs are given to Deoxys-S in order to deal as much damage as possible with its special attacking moves. 236 Speed EVs with a Naive nature are enough to outspeed Choice Scarf Garchomp without decreasing its Deoxys-S's offensive stats. 32 Attack EVs are invested as a filler and contribute to increase the power of Deoxys-S's physical attacks. This investment ensures a 2HKO against Chansey with Knock Off and Superpower. Download boosts an offensive stat, depending on which one of the foe's defenses are is lower; it is very helpful for a mixed attacker. Finally, Life Orb increases Deoxys-S's offensive power.

Usage Tips
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Deoxys-S can't switch into almost any Pokemon. It must be used as a revenge killer after one of your Pokemon has fainted. It generally forces switches, so be aware of the move you are using, as an overprediction could cause Deoxys-S to get KOed.

Team Options
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Deoxys-S should be paired with bulky Pokemon that can resist powerful attacks, especially from Choice Scarf users and priority users, as Deoxys-S can't stay in against them. (kind of vague; do you have any examples?) Entry hazard setters are good partners, as Deoxys-Speed is relatively weak, even with Download, and it needs some entry hazard support in order to secure a lot of OHKOs and 2HKOs.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
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A Light Clay set with Reflect and Light Screen helps a teammate set up with ease. An offensive set with Adaptability and Life Orb, which has a great coverage along with decent offensive stats, is good, as the Adaptability boost increases Psycho Boost's damage output Base Power. Focus Sash can be used as well on the entry hazard lead first set with a Jolly nature in order to set up at least one entry hazard, even against faster Choice Scarf users. You can also try an offensive set with No Guard and Zap Cannon, Dynamic Punch, and Blizzard, as Electric / Fighting / Ice has perfect coverage, and Deoxys-S's Speed gives it a niche over Mew, allowing it to paralyze and cripple most faster threats.

Checks and Counters
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**Magic Coat Users**: Magic Coat users are able to get rid of Deoxys-S by blocking its attempts at setting up entry hazards.

**Faster Pokemon**: (colon) Pokemon with Prankster can Taunt the lead set, and Pokemon with strong priority attacks, as well as fast Choice Scarf users such as Garchomp, can all outspeed and greatly damage Deoxys-S. (period)

**Bulky Walls**: Bulky walls, particularly bulky Water-types, can check the Download set, provided that Deoxys-S lacks Thunderbolt.

**Poison Heal Spiritomb**: Once its Toxic Orb is activated, Poison Heal Spiritomb is a great counter to the Download set.

**Mega Scizor**: Mega Scizor is an excellent counter due to its ability to counter the Download set as well as pressure the entry hazard setting set with Knock Off + Bullet Punch or U-turn. It can also get rid of the entry hazards that Deoxys-S sets up with Defog.

**Entry Hazard Removers**: While Defoggers can be stopped by Taunt, spinners, especially Poison Heal Blastoise, for it threatens Deoxys-S and spinblockers with Scald, are a great problem for Deoxys-S, as Deoxys-S can't stop them without the help of a teammate;. Poison Heal Blastoise is especially effective, as it threatens Deoxys-S and spinblockers with Scald. However, the switch-ining in of a spinblocker is very predictable.

 

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