Gen 1 Exeggutor (Ubers) [QC 2/2] [GP 2/2]

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[OVERVIEW]

Exeggutor is arguably the most reliable sleeper in RBY Ubers. Its relatively accurate Sleep Powder and good stats mean it will almost always manage to put a foe to sleep. This, alongside Stun Spore, allows Exeggutor to provide incredible team support that facilitates strong sweepers like Slowbro and Mewtwo. Exeggutor also has access to Explosion, meaning it will always pose a threat even after it has finished spreading its status, effectively making it a two-for-one in an ideal scenario. Exeggutor's stats are very well-rounded, boasting excellent bulk that allows it to check threats such as Snorlax, Tauros, and Mew under the right conditions. It can even check Mewtwo not carrying an Ice-type move. Moreover, Exeggutor's niche is unique, as no other Pokemon has the combination of a sleep move, a paralysis move, and Explosion. Exeggutor also hits very hard and can effectively pressure foes such as paralyzed Pokemon, Snorlax, and Chansey with Special drops from Psychic.

However, Exeggutor does have a few flaws. It is forced out by strong Ice-type attackers such as Jynx, Cloyster, Articuno, and Lapras, as well as Mewtwo if it is carrying Ice Beam or Blizzard. Exeggutor's lack of coverage means it is reliant on Psychic and Explosion to deal damage, causing it to struggle to damage other Psychic-types and Chansey without using Explosion. Exeggutor is also very slow for Ubers, and it will usually take a hit before it can do anything, often forcing it to use Explosion earlier than it would like to. Also, Exeggutor lacks any kind of recovery, and players must be aware of the risks of switching Exeggutor in against attacks like Tauros's Body Slam.

[SET]
name: Bulky Sleeper
move 1: Sleep Powder
move 2: Stun Spore
move 3: Psychic
move 4: Explosion

[SET COMMENTS]
Set Description
=========

Sleep Powder allows Exeggutor to disable a foe for a large portion of the game, creating opportunities for its teammates, particularly the tier king Mewtwo. Stun Spore allows Exeggutor and slower teammates to make more progress against faster foes such as Mew, Tauros, and Zapdos. Psychic hits Pokemon like Tauros, Rhydon, and Snorlax for solid damage, which can quickly turn into 2HKOs or 3HKOs with Special drops. Explosion makes sure Exeggutor will be useful at every stage of the game, always applying immense pressure even if Exeggutor is at low HP or paralyzed. Explosion can be used to remove Chansey and Alakazam and deal heavy damage to Mewtwo, allowing a teammate to come in and revenge kill.

Exeggutor should be paired with teammates that appreciate the status it spreads. Setup sweepers like Amnesia Mewtwo, Amnesia Slowbro, and Swords Dance Mew can take full advantage of a sleeping foe. Slow, powerful attackers such as Rhydon, Snorlax, Golem, Slowbro, and, to some extent, Articuno enjoy having faster foes paralyzed by Stun Spore. Rhydon, in particular, greatly appreciates having its foes paralyzed, as this can sometimes allow it to use Substitute for free. Exeggutor can also paralyze and use Explosion against Mewtwo, opening an easy path for a teammate such as Snorlax or Tauros to KO it. This will make it much easier for your own Mewtwo to sweep with Amnesia later on. Zapdos is a particularly good teammate with Exeggutor, which handles Rhydon very well and induces sleep uncontested. Note that Exeggutor's generally good matchup against Rhydon is no longer safe after taking two Rock Slides while switching in.

Exeggutor makes a decent lead because it can consistently put a foe to sleep on turn 1. Lead Exeggutor has a particularly good matchup against lead Tauros, as it can tank any hit from Tauros and easily put it to sleep. Against lead Gengar, Exeggutor can be used as sleep fodder; and against lead Jynx, it can simply use Explosion to remove it so long as Jynx misses Lovely Kiss. However, sacrificing Exeggutor too early could cause troubles later in the game when Mewtwo or another threat may need checking. Lead Exeggutor also has a poor matchup against other sleep leads. When using Exeggutor, it is important to not mindlessly use Thunder Wave or Stun Spore early game, as skilled opponents will switch in their Exeggutor check to absorb the paralysis, creating a sleep blocker. Exeggutor's lack of recovery means it should be on the lookout for safe ways to switch in, such as against the various users of Rest and Recover on the turns they heal. Such users include Snorlax, Mewtwo, and Alakazam. Exeggutor can also switch in against moves it resists, such as Psychic and Rhydon's and Tauros's Earthquake. Exeggutor should always be looking for opportunities to safely use Explosion and scouting for anything that could prevent it from doing so. Experienced players will be able to predict Explosion the majority of the time and will switch in their Rock-type, Gengar, or other fodder to absorb it. If Exeggutor faints before using Explosion, much of its utility and potential momentum is wasted. This mandates scouting for Ice Beam or Blizzard on opposing Mewtwo.

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

Stun Spore can be replaced by a number of options. Double-Edge can damage Psychic-types like Jynx and Alakazam more reliably. However, Double-Edge's recoil causes Exeggutor to be chipped down even faster, meaning it will likely use Explosion earlier than desired. Mega Drain is an option to 2HKO Rhydon and Golem while also healing Exeggutor a little bit. However, Exeggutor already has a favorable matchup against the two, and Psychic is usually sufficient to handle them. Mega Drain also makes Exeggutor a good Starmie check, especially if Starmie lacks Blizzard. Even if Starmie uses Blizzard, Mega Drain can stop a paralyzed Starmie from absorbing Sleep Powder and prevents Starmie from staying in after it is put to sleep. Hyper Beam is useful for certain ranges where foes might take another Psychic but aren't worth using Explosion on. However, using Hyper Beam requires good prediction and calculations, as failing to KO will result in Exeggutor being forced out or revenge killed. Rest may seem good to provide Exeggutor with semi-reliable recovery; however, it is very easy to pressure a sleeping Exeggutor with strong attacks, and finding opportunities to wake up is a difficult prospect. Being asleep also makes it more likely that Exeggutor will faint before it has a chance to use Explosion. Furthermore, a sleeping Exeggutor is a prime opportunity for setup sweepers such as Mewtwo and Slowbro to come in and wreak havoc.

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

**Ice-type attacks**: Exeggutor's weakness to Ice means it is afraid of the common moves Ice Beam and Blizzard, especially STAB Blizzard from Jynx, Articuno, Lapras, and Cloyster, as well as coverage moves from Chansey, Mewtwo, and Starmie. Any of these Pokemon can force Exeggutor to switch out or take massive damage. Notably, any critical hit STAB Blizzard will OHKO Exeggutor.

**Psychic-types**: Exeggutor's lack of coverage options means it often cannot do much to Psychic-types after it has statused them. Against Alakazam, Slowbro, Jynx, Mew, Mewtwo, or opposing Exeggutor, Exeggutor will be forced to switch out or use Explosion earlier than it would like to. Alakazam also has Seismic Toss to quickly rack up damage, which usually cannot be recovered. Moreover, these Pokemon make fantastic sleep blockers if they are paralyzed.
**Pressure**: Because it uses its great bulk to switch in often, Exeggutor is very prone to getting worn down by chip damage to the point where it can no longer switch in. Exeggutor's low Speed compounds this issue, as it will usually be forced to take two hits before it can attack whenever it switches in.

**Ice Beam Mewtwo**: Mewtwo carrying Ice Beam or Blizzard can lure in Exeggutor and OHKO it with +4 Ice Beam or +2 Blizzard. For this reason, scouting Mewtwo's set beforehand is very important.

**Chansey**: Chansey reliably switches into Exeggutor and threatens it in a variety of ways in return. However, Chansey is likely to be OHKOed by Explosion and does not want to be put to sleep.

**Zapdos**: Zapdos outspeeds Exeggutor and can outright OHKO with a critical hit from Drill Peck. However, Zapdos hates being statused, and takes sizable damage from Psychic, so it cannot switch in safely.


[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[LTG, 473639]]
- Quality checked by: [[Ctown6, 509438], [Oiseau Bleu, 431020]]
- Grammar checked by: [[CryoGyro, 331519], [dex, 277988]]

 

[Plague von Karma]

As an additional point for the Overview, don't sleep on Exeggutor's physical bulk. That fucker can take a hammering from Snorlax and even non-Slam/Beam Mew. If Mew only has EQ/Boom or something (a good and common combo) it's able to just sit there and take hits, maybe even safely boom. I'm assuming you know the Snorlax MU solely off of OU, but if you have any Qs, DM.

 

[Plague von Karma]

LTG asked for some feedback on Discord, so a few more points of interest;

• It may be worth mentioning that Exeggutor hits like a truck, even if its offensive typing sucks in Ubers. Its Psychic is a big part of why it deals with Snorlax, as a single Special drop puts it in an awful spot. It also makes it a good Psychic lure because of that.
• Exeggutor is slow as shit relative to Ubers, unlike OU where it's not too shabby. It'll take damage before doing anything a lot of the time, so it will explode much sooner here than in OU.
• I think Exeggutor's decent Mew matchup warrants a bit more talk in the Overview, it's definitely one of the big reasons I use it so much. This is very subjective though.
• Exeggutor is capable of walling PsyBolt Mewtwo builds for a bit, though these aren't too common. It can't do too much back, either, so idk if this is notable. Seems like a recipe for setup fodder.
• Its Attack isn't irredeemable, its DEdge deals sizable damage to Jynx. I'd say "struggles to damage Psychic-types not named Jynx and Alakazam" because of that.
• While a slightly odd thing in Checks & Counters, as part of our "Counterplay" policy from the skeleton thread, "Pressure" may be a good thing to write in. Exeggutor is shockingly easy to wear down in this tier, so having a section dedicated to how that happens could be worth exploring. I believe we did this with OU Slowbro a while ago if you want an area of reference.

 

[Plague von Karma]

There's been no updates here for around 2 weeks, you still in this?

 

[LTG]

There's been no updates here for around 2 weeks, you still in this?

Yeah, just been really busy with the new school year, I don’t get home until 6pm and I still have homework to do after that lol, haven’t had much time to sit down and write recently also I’m addicted to genshin impact
But I’ll get it done when I have some time and can play some more games, no worries

 

[LTG]

At long last, I finally got around to putting in that set description. I'm sure there's a lot that can be improved, but I will mark this as ready for QC now!

 

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[OVERVIEW]

Exeggutor is arguably (I wouldn't say it's definitive as Jynx and Sing Chansey are definitely things that exist; whether they're better is arguable though, thus the word) the most reliable sleeper in RBY Ubers. Its access to the relatively accurate Sleep Powder, along with its good stats, means it will almost always manage to put a foe to sleep. This, along with its access to Stun Spore, allows Exeggutor to provide incredible team support to help facilitate strong sweepers like Slowbro and Mewtwo. Exeggutor also has access to Explosion, meaning it will always pose a threat even after it has finished spreading its status, making it effectively a two-for-one in an ideal scenario. (it's good to emphasise this factor as it's a big reason why Exeggutor is so good) Exeggutor's stats are overall very well-rounded, boasting excellent Special and high Defense. Its great bulk that allows it to check threats such as Snorlax, Tauros, Mew, and even Mewtwo not carrying an Ice move. (merged the sentences as it was kind of repeating itself) Moreover, Exeggutor's niche is highly unique, as no other Pokemon has access to the combination of a sleep move, a paralysis move, and Explosion. Exeggutor also hits very hard and can effectively pressure foes (like who? hint: paralyzed pokemon, snorlax, etc) with Special drops from Psychic.

However, Exeggutor does have a few flaws. It is weak to Ice, and strong Ice-type attackers such as Jynx, Articuno, and Lapras force it out. This also means it cannot check Mewtwo if it is carrying Ice Beam or Blizzard. Exeggutor's middling Attack (95 is by no means middling in RBY, the problem is a lack of physical STAB; Grass really doesn't do much for Exeggutor. It can use DEdge for Jynx in OU, for example) also means it is reliant on Psychic and Explosion to deal damage, causing it to struggle to damage other Psychic-types without using Explosion. Exeggutor is also very slow for Ubers, and it will usually take a hit before it can do anything, often forcing it to use Explosion earlier than it would like to. Despite these flaws, Exeggutor is a very solid team player in RBY Ubers for its two-for-one trading capabilities.

[SET]
name: Bulky Sleeper
move 1: Sleep Powder
move 2: Stun Spore
move 3: Psychic
move 4: Explosion

[SET COMMENTS]
Set Description
=========

Sleep Powder allows Exeggutor to disable a foe for a large portion of the game, creating opportunities for its teammates to take advantage of, particularly tier-king Mewtwo. Stun Spore allows Exeggutor to provide even more team support, allowing itself and slower teammates to make more progress against faster opponents. Stun Spore also helps Exeggutor make up for its own lacking speed stat. (merged into the prior sentence, also name some big para targets as there are a ton in Ubers) Psychic allows Exeggutor to hit the majority of the tier Pokemon like Tauros, Rhydon, and Snorlax for very solid damage, which can quickly turn into 2HKOs or 3HKOs with Special drops. save for resistant foes and Chansey. (with Chansey, Mew, and Mewtwo on every team, I wouldn't say majority of the tier. It's solid, just much easier to switch into etc. Feel free to tinker with the examples) Finally, Explosion makes sure Exeggutor will be useful at every stage of the game, always applying immense pressure to the other team even if Exeggutor is at low HP or paralyzed. Explosion can be used to remove Chansey and Alakazam, and also deal a large amount to Mewtwo, allowing a teammate to come in and revenge kill.

Exeggutor should be paired with teammates that appreciate the status it spreads. Set-up sweepers like Amnesia Mewtwo and Slowbro, as well as Swords Dance Mew, can take full advantage of a sleeping foe and use the opportunity to boost, leading to huge holes being opened in opposing teams or even a sweep. Slow, powerful attackers such as Golem, the aforementioned Slowbro, and, to some extent, Articuno, enjoy having faster opponents foes paralyzed by Stun Spore. Exeggutor can also paralyze and Explode against Mewtwo, opening an easy path for a teammate such as Snorlax or Tauros to KO it. This will make it much easier for your own Mewtwo to sweep with Amnesia later on.

Stuff you could go over;
- Zapdos has pretty good synergy with Exeggutor as the latter fends off Rhydon very well while getting off uncontested sleep in the process. You develop an Ice weakness but it's no biggie if you have the right team comp. Been a solid core for many years in OU and Ubers alike imo.
- Bring up Lead Exeggutor as it's one of the biggest fuck yous to Lead Tauros in the tier. You can even sacrifice it against Gengar or Jynx honestly, though its value is quite high.
- Put in opportunities to bring Exeggutor in, such as opposing Snorlax if they have Rest. Or hell, Recover turns on the various users in the tier, Exeggutor hits like a dump truck.
- Mention opportunities to Explode, the way Exeggutor does it here is quite different compared to OU and should be distinguished.
- Bring up its solid Rhydon matchup in general, but emphasise that after two Rock Slides it's no longer a safe bet.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
(mention that Stun Spore is the most replaceable move)
Double-Edge can be used to be able to damage other Psychic-types like Jynx and Alakazam more reliably. However, Double-Edge's recoil causes Exeggutor to be chipped down even faster, since it has no way of recovering the damage off, meaning it will likely Explode earlier than desired. Mega Drain is an option to 2HKO Rhydon and Golem while also healing Exeggutor a little bit. However, Exeggutor already has a favorable matchup against the two, and Psychic is usually sufficient to handle them. (Mega Drain makes Exeggutor a royal pain for Starmie, especially if it lacks Blizzard, bring this up for sure) Rest may seem good to provide Exeggutor with semi-reliable recovery; however, it is very easy to pressure a sleeping Exeggutor with strong attacks, and finding opportunities to wake up is a difficult prospect. Also, being asleep makes it more likely that Exeggutor will faint before it has a chance to use Explosion. (it also brings in Mewtwo!!!!!!)

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

**Ice-type attacks**: Exeggutor's weakness to Ice means it is afraid of the many Ice Beams and Blizzards running around Ubers, including STAB Blizzards from Jynx, Articuno, Lapras, and Cloyster, as well as coverage moves on Chansey, Mewtwo, and Starmie. Any of these can force Exeggutor to switch out or cause it to take massive damage. Notably, any STAB critical hit Blizzard will OHKO Exeggutor.

**Psychic-types**: Exeggutor's lack of coverage options means it often cannot do much to opposing Psychic-types after it has statused them. Facing an opposing Alakazam, Slowbro, Mew, or Mewtwo, will force Exeggutor to either switch out or use Explosion earlier than it would like to, as it cannot deal with them otherwise. (bring up Alakazam's Seismic Toss, elaborate on the nuances of each matchup if at all possible)

**Pressure**: Since using Rest on Exeggutor is not recommended, it will usually have no way to recover HP. Combined with the fact that (I'd say leave this bit out as it's an OO you're really keeping to discourage use) Because it uses its great bulk to switch in often, Exeggutor is very prone to getting worn down by chip damage that accumulates over the course of a battle to the point where it can no longer switch in. Exeggutor's low Speed compounds this issue, as it will usually be forced to take two hits before it can attack whenever it switches in, further racking up damage.

(perhaps dedicate a section to Ice Beam Mewtwo as it's one of the big ways to stomp Exeggutor)

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[OVERVIEW]

Exeggutor is arguably (I wouldn't say it's definitive as Jynx and Sing Chansey are definitely things that exist; whether they're better is arguable though, thus the word) the most reliable sleeper in RBY Ubers. Its access to the relatively accurate Sleep Powder, along with its good stats, means it will almost always manage to put a foe to sleep. This, along with its access to Stun Spore, allows Exeggutor to provide incredible team support to help facilitate strong sweepers like Slowbro and Mewtwo. Exeggutor also has access to Explosion, meaning it will always pose a threat even after it has finished spreading its status, making it effectively a two-for-one in an ideal scenario. (it's good to emphasise this factor as it's a big reason why Exeggutor is so good) Exeggutor's stats are overall very well-rounded, boasting excellent Special and high Defense. Its great bulk that allows it to check threats such as Snorlax, Tauros, Mew, and even Mewtwo not carrying an Ice move. (merged the sentences as it was kind of repeating itself) Moreover, Exeggutor's niche is highly unique, as no other Pokemon has access to the combination of a sleep move, a paralysis move, and Explosion. Exeggutor also hits very hard and can effectively pressure foes (like who? hint: paralyzed pokemon, snorlax, etc) with Special drops from Psychic.

However, Exeggutor does have a few flaws. It is weak to Ice, and strong Ice-type attackers such as Jynx, Articuno, and Lapras force it out. This also means it cannot check Mewtwo if it is carrying Ice Beam or Blizzard. Exeggutor's middling Attack (95 is by no means middling in RBY, the problem is a lack of physical STAB; Grass really doesn't do much for Exeggutor. It can use DEdge for Jynx in OU, for example) also means it is reliant on Psychic and Explosion to deal damage, causing it to struggle to damage other Psychic-types without using Explosion. Exeggutor is also very slow for Ubers, and it will usually take a hit before it can do anything, often forcing it to use Explosion earlier than it would like to. Despite these flaws, Exeggutor is a very solid team player in RBY Ubers for its two-for-one trading capabilities.

[SET]
name: Bulky Sleeper
move 1: Sleep Powder
move 2: Stun Spore
move 3: Psychic
move 4: Explosion

[SET COMMENTS]
Set Description
=========

Sleep Powder allows Exeggutor to disable a foe for a large portion of the game, creating opportunities for its teammates to take advantage of, particularly tier-king Mewtwo. Stun Spore allows Exeggutor to provide even more team support, allowing itself and slower teammates to make more progress against faster opponents. Stun Spore also helps Exeggutor make up for its own lacking speed stat. (merged into the prior sentence, also name some big para targets as there are a ton in Ubers) Psychic allows Exeggutor to hit the majority of the tier Pokemon like Tauros, Rhydon, and Snorlax for very solid damage, which can quickly turn into 2HKOs or 3HKOs with Special drops. save for resistant foes and Chansey. (with Chansey, Mew, and Mewtwo on every team, I wouldn't say majority of the tier. It's solid, just much easier to switch into etc. Feel free to tinker with the examples) Finally, Explosion makes sure Exeggutor will be useful at every stage of the game, always applying immense pressure to the other team even if Exeggutor is at low HP or paralyzed. Explosion can be used to remove Chansey and Alakazam, and also deal a large amount to Mewtwo, allowing a teammate to come in and revenge kill.

Exeggutor should be paired with teammates that appreciate the status it spreads. Set-up sweepers like Amnesia Mewtwo and Slowbro, as well as Swords Dance Mew, can take full advantage of a sleeping foe and use the opportunity to boost, leading to huge holes being opened in opposing teams or even a sweep. Slow, powerful attackers such as Golem, the aforementioned Slowbro, and, to some extent, Articuno, enjoy having faster opponents foes paralyzed by Stun Spore. Exeggutor can also paralyze and Explode against Mewtwo, opening an easy path for a teammate such as Snorlax or Tauros to KO it. This will make it much easier for your own Mewtwo to sweep with Amnesia later on.

Stuff you could go over;
- Zapdos has pretty good synergy with Exeggutor as the latter fends off Rhydon very well while getting off uncontested sleep in the process. You develop an Ice weakness but it's no biggie if you have the right team comp. Been a solid core for many years in OU and Ubers alike imo.
- Bring up Lead Exeggutor as it's one of the biggest fuck yous to Lead Tauros in the tier. You can even sacrifice it against Gengar or Jynx honestly, though its value is quite high.
- Put in opportunities to bring Exeggutor in, such as opposing Snorlax if they have Rest. Or hell, Recover turns on the various users in the tier, Exeggutor hits like a dump truck.
- Mention opportunities to Explode, the way Exeggutor does it here is quite different compared to OU and should be distinguished.
- Bring up its solid Rhydon matchup in general, but emphasise that after two Rock Slides it's no longer a safe bet.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
(mention that Stun Spore is the most replaceable move)
Double-Edge can be used to be able to damage other Psychic-types like Jynx and Alakazam more reliably. However, Double-Edge's recoil causes Exeggutor to be chipped down even faster, since it has no way of recovering the damage off, meaning it will likely Explode earlier than desired. Mega Drain is an option to 2HKO Rhydon and Golem while also healing Exeggutor a little bit. However, Exeggutor already has a favorable matchup against the two, and Psychic is usually sufficient to handle them. (Mega Drain makes Exeggutor a royal pain for Starmie, especially if it lacks Blizzard, bring this up for sure) Rest may seem good to provide Exeggutor with semi-reliable recovery; however, it is very easy to pressure a sleeping Exeggutor with strong attacks, and finding opportunities to wake up is a difficult prospect. Also, being asleep makes it more likely that Exeggutor will faint before it has a chance to use Explosion. (it also brings in Mewtwo!!!!!!)

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

**Ice-type attacks**: Exeggutor's weakness to Ice means it is afraid of the many Ice Beams and Blizzards running around Ubers, including STAB Blizzards from Jynx, Articuno, Lapras, and Cloyster, as well as coverage moves on Chansey, Mewtwo, and Starmie. Any of these can force Exeggutor to switch out or cause it to take massive damage. Notably, any STAB critical hit Blizzard will OHKO Exeggutor.

**Psychic-types**: Exeggutor's lack of coverage options means it often cannot do much to opposing Psychic-types after it has statused them. Facing an opposing Alakazam, Slowbro, Mew, or Mewtwo, will force Exeggutor to either switch out or use Explosion earlier than it would like to, as it cannot deal with them otherwise. (bring up Alakazam's Seismic Toss, elaborate on the nuances of each matchup if at all possible)

**Pressure**: Since using Rest on Exeggutor is not recommended, it will usually have no way to recover HP. Combined with the fact that (I'd say leave this bit out as it's an OO you're really keeping to discourage use) Because it uses its great bulk to switch in often, Exeggutor is very prone to getting worn down by chip damage that accumulates over the course of a battle to the point where it can no longer switch in. Exeggutor's low Speed compounds this issue, as it will usually be forced to take two hits before it can attack whenever it switches in, further racking up damage.

(perhaps dedicate a section to Ice Beam Mewtwo as it's one of the big ways to stomp Exeggutor)

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[LTG, 473639]]
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Implemented this.

 

[Ctown6]

Yoooo aight I’m here with a qc

It is weak to Ice, and strong Ice-type attackers such as Jynx, Articuno, and Lapras force it out

Add Cloyster too this bunch, i think it’s fine to keep the others but cloyster is very good and more viable IMO than cuno or lap, so I’d add Cloy in 2nd after jynx

Exeggutor's stats are overall very well-rounded, boasting excellent bulk that allows it to check threats such as Snorlax, Tauros, Mew, and even Mewtwo not carrying an Ice move.

soooo, id add a caveat here.”allows it to check threats such as Snorlax, Tauros, Mew, under the right conditions” I think this is important because while it does check them it can’t really switch into any of them if it’s paralyzed (unless it’s content to explode), it can’t switch in on a crit from Tauros, and if mew is boosted to infinity it’s also hard. Not that this is wrong per day i’d just clarify a bit.

Slow, powerful attackers such as Golem, the aforementioned Slowbro, and, to some extent, Articuno,

this isn’t wrong necessarily but I think it would be best to replace Golem with Rhydon and Cuno with Snorlax. Only because it gives a better idea of the metagame, Cuno and Golem no doubt appreciate this, but it’s more likely you see a Rhydon or a lax beating you up with the Help of para.

also add a scentence or two dedicated to rhydon because it realllly appreciates para, and can sometimes even get a free substitute up because of it, which is absolutely huge and makes it so much more of a threat.

Such users include Snorlax, Mewtwo, Alakazam, and Starmie.

Starmie should be removed or changed a bit, unless the set is scouted and you know they don’t have ice coverage you shouldn’t be switching eggy in. Blizz is just too common, and even if you get in unharmed it’s usually just to explode, since that’s the only effective way to hurt Starmie. (Although it is noteworthy Blizz only 3hkos unless there’s a crit involved)

Mega Drain also makes Exeggutor into a great Starmie check, especially if Starmie lacks Blizzard.

“Mega Drain also makes Exeggutor into a decent Starmie check, it becomes a great check if Starmie lacks Blizzard.”
I just think great is a bit much tbh

Pressure

I thought this should be changed but then realized

I love it

Edit:shower Realization, you need to mention hyper beam in other options, it’s typically outclassed by stun spore but it does have legitimate use. Being able to nab chansey, zam and jynx from half~ is amazing. It’s also good for really awkward ranges where mons live psychic but it’s not worth booming.(also think chipped mie, m2, mew, or other eggy

Id say write up a couple sentences wherever you like in the paragraph, state the positives (as I stated above) and the negatives (lol no stun spore, and if you mess up and beam into a rock or don’t pick up the ko, you can be revenge killed easily due to the recharge turn) In terms of viability it’s lower than mega drain, so you could put it near the end of that’s what you wanna do.

For right now this should be it, great job on capturing eggy. It’s a great mon with a lot of intricate matchups and you stated it’s niche very well.

hmu when you implement this and it should be qc 1/2, but I’ll look over it once more

also feel free to hmu on discord if you want to discuss anything or have any questions
Nice work:)

 

[LTG]

Yoooo aight I’m here with a qc




Add Cloyster too this bunch, i think it’s fine to keep the others but cloyster is very good and more viable IMO than cuno or lap, so I’d add Cloy in 2nd after jynx



soooo, id add a caveat here.”allows it to check threats such as Snorlax, Tauros, Mew, under the right conditions” I think this is important because while it does check them it can’t really switch into any of them if it’s paralyzed (unless it’s content to explode), it can’t switch in on a crit from Tauros, and if mew is boosted to infinity it’s also hard. Not that this is wrong per day i’d just clarify a bit.






this isn’t wrong necessarily but I think it would be best to replace Golem with Rhydon and Cuno with Snorlax. Only because it gives a better idea of the metagame, Cuno and Golem no doubt appreciate this, but it’s more likely you see a Rhydon or a lax beating you up with the Help of para.

also add a scentence or two dedicated to rhydon because it realllly appreciates para, and can sometimes even get a free substitute up because of it, which is absolutely huge and makes it so much more of a threat.








Starmie should be removed or changed a bit, unless the set is scouted and you know they don’t have ice coverage you shouldn’t be switching eggy in. Blizz is just too common, and even if you get in unharmed it’s usually just to explode, since that’s the only effective way to hurt Starmie. (Although it is noteworthy Blizz only 3hkos unless there’s a crit involved)




“Mega Drain also makes Exeggutor into a decent Starmie check, it becomes a great check if Starmie lacks Blizzard.”
I just think great is a bit much tbh



I thought this should be changed but then realized

I love it

Edit:shower Realization, you need to mention hyper beam in other options, it’s typically outclassed by stun spore but it does have legitimate use. Being able to nab chansey, zam and jynx from half~ is amazing. It’s also good for really awkward ranges where mons live psychic but it’s not worth booming.(also think chipped mie, m2, mew, or other eggy

Id say write up a couple sentences wherever you like in the paragraph, state the positives (as I stated above) and the negatives (lol no stun spore, and if you mess up and beam into a rock or don’t pick up the ko, you can be revenge killed easily due to the recharge turn) In terms of viability it’s lower than mega drain, so you could put it near the end of that’s what you wanna do.

For right now this should be it, great job on capturing eggy. It’s a great mon with a lot of intricate matchups and you stated it’s niche very well.

hmu when you implement this and it should be qc 1/2, but I’ll look over it once more

also feel free to hmu on discord if you want to discuss anything or have any questions
Nice work:)

Implemented this, will leave you to read it over again before marking qc 1/2

 

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Nice work! you have my stamp of approval for qc 1/2

s/o May for making qc easier as well and helping with the analysis

 

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causing it to struggle to damage other Psychic-types without using Explosion

Psychic types and Chansey

However, Exeggutor does have a few flaws. It is weak to Ice, and strong Ice-type attackers such as Jynx, Cloyster, Articuno, and Lapras force it out. This also means it cannot check Mewtwo if it is carrying Ice Beam or Blizzard. Exeggutor's lack of coverage also means it is reliant on Psychic and Explosion to deal damage, causing it to struggle to damage other Psychic-types without using Explosion. Exeggutor is also very slow for Ubers, and it will usually take a hit before it can do anything, often forcing it to use Explosion earlier than it would like to. Despite these flaws, Exeggutor is a very solid team player in RBY Ubers for its two-for-one trading capabilities.

You forget a huge drawback here: Exeggutor can't reliably heal itself, meaning Exeggutor's player should be careful about chip damages and paralysis Exeggutor can receive when it attempts to switch in on (or at least players must be aware of the risk he takes by sending Exeggutor on a Tauros' Body Slam for exemple).

Lead Exeggutor has a particularly good matchup against lead Tauros, as it can tank any hit from Tauros and easily put it to sleep. Against lead Gengar, Exeggutor can be used as sleep fodder, and against lead Jynx, it can simply use Explosion to remove it.

you should specify that Exeggutor lead is playble, but not really good, due to its poor matchup against other sleep lead.

and against lead Jynx, it can simply use Explosion to remove it.

you must add that this situation only happens if Jynx misses LK. Not sure if using Explosion here is the best play. Imo sleep powder is the best play, but i've never seen this happening so...

and against lead Jynx, it can simply use Explosion to remove it. However, sacrificing Exeggutor could cause troubles later in the game when Mewtwo or another threat may need checking.

The way you combine these sentences seems to insinuate that this situation only happens if you explode against Jynx. Just generalize the idea: explosing with Eggy too early could cause troubles later in the game when Mewtwo or another threat may need checking.

Lastly, Exeggutor should always be looking for opportunities to safely Explode, and scouting for anything that could prevent it from doing so.

Precise the way for the opponent to prevent Exeggutor from usefully explode: Explosion is very predictable, and an experienced player would try to predict it by sending a Ghost-type (aka Gengar), a Rock-type Pokemon or an useless Pokemon, like a frozen Pokemon, a sleeping Pokemon or a low life Pokemon

Exeggutor's lack of recovery means it should be on the lookout for safe ways to switch in, such as against the various users of Rest and Recover on the turns they heal.

--> Exeggutor can also switch in on a resisted move, like Tauros' Eq, Rhydon's Eq, etc... I think you might add a warning about wildly sending Exeggutor on Tauros and Snorlax's Body Slam.

Sleep Powder allows Exeggutor to disable a foe for a large portion of the game, creating opportunities for its teammates to take advantage of, particularly tier-king Mewtwo. Stun Spore allows Exeggutor to provide even more team support, allowing itself and slower teammates to make more progress against faster opponents such as Mew, Tauros, and Zapdos. Stun Spore also helps Exeggutor make up for its own lacking speed stat. Psychic allows Exeggutor to hit Pokemon like Tauros, Rhydon, and Snorlax for very solid damage, which can quickly turn into 2HKOs or 3HKOs with Special drops. Finally, Explosion makes sure Exeggutor will be useful at every stage of the game, always applying immense pressure to the other team even if Exeggutor is at low HP or paralyzed. Explosion can be used to remove Chansey and Alakazam, and also deal a large amount to Mewtwo, allowing a teammate to come in and revenge kill.

Exeggutor should be paired with teammates that appreciate the status it spreads. Set-up sweepers like Amnesia Mewtwo and Slowbro, as well as Swords Dance Mew, can take full advantage of a sleeping foe and use the opportunity to boost, leading to huge holes being opened in opposing teams or even a sweep. Slow, powerful attackers such as Rhydon, Snorlax, Golem, the aforementioned Slowbro, and, to some extent, Articuno, enjoy having faster opponents foes paralyzed by Stun Spore. Rhydon in particular greatly appreciates having its foes paralyzed, as this can sometimes allow it to use Substitute for free. Exeggutor can also paralyze and Explode against Mewtwo, opening an easy path for a teammate such as Snorlax or Tauros to KO it. This will make it much easier for your own Mewtwo to sweep with Amnesia later on. Zapdos is a partucularly good teammate for Exeggutor thanks to the latter being able to handle Rhydon very well, while getting off uncontested sleep while doing so. Note that Exeggutor's generally good matchup against Rhydon is no longer safe after taking two Rock Slides while switching in.

Exeggutor also makes a good lead since it can consistently put a foe to sleep on turn 1. Lead Exeggutor has a particularly good matchup against lead Tauros, as it can tank any hit from Tauros and easily put it to sleep. Against lead Gengar, Exeggutor can be used as sleep fodder, and against lead Jynx, it can simply use Explosion to remove it. However, sacrificing Exeggutor could cause troubles later in the game when Mewtwo or another threat may need checking. Exeggutor's lack of recovery means it should be on the lookout for safe ways to switch in, such as against the various users of Rest and Recover on the turns they heal. Such users include Snorlax, Mewtwo, and Alakazam. Lastly, Exeggutor should always be looking for opportunities to safely Explode, and scouting for anything that could prevent it from doing so. If Exeggutor faints before it can Explode, much of its utility is wasted and it becomes a momentum sink. This most importantly means scouting for Ice Beam or Blizzard on opposing Mewtwo.

You should add something about sleepblocks: if you want to (and you have to) use the power of the sleep, Exeggutor's player should be careful not to brainlessly use Twave early game. Opponent might absorb Twaves with Chansey, Alakazam, Exeggutor or Starmie. These Pokemon, once paralyzed can prevent Exeggutor from landing sleep just by switching in on it.

Mega Drain also makes Exeggutor into a good Starmie check, especially if Starmie lacks Blizzard.

Starmie never drop Blizzard. Mega Drain usually prevent Starmie from staying after sleepabsorbing and prenvent a paralyzed Starmie from sleepblocking.

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

Add Chansey and add Zapdos

Alakazam, Slowbro, Mew, or Mewtwo,

+ Jynx and opposing Exeggutor. mention that these Pokemons once paralyzed are good sleepblocker, and Exeggutor players have to be careful early game not to use brainlessly Twave

QC 2/2 once implemented :)

 

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Psychic types and Chansey


You forget a huge drawback here: Exeggutor can't reliably heal itself, meaning Exeggutor's player should be careful about chip damages and paralysis Exeggutor can receive when it attempts to switch in on (or at least players must be aware of the risk he takes by sending Exeggutor on a Tauros' Body Slam for exemple).


you should specify that Exeggutor lead is playble, but not really good, due to its poor matchup against other sleep lead.


you must add that this situation only happens if Jynx misses LK. Not sure if using Explosion here is the best play. Imo sleep powder is the best play, but i've never seen this happening so...


The way you combine these sentences seems to insinuate that this situation only happens if you explode against Jynx. Just generalize the idea: explosing with Eggy too early could cause troubles later in the game when Mewtwo or another threat may need checking.


Precise the way for the opponent to prevent Exeggutor from usefully explode: Explosion is very predictable, and an experienced player would try to predict it by sending a Ghost-type (aka Gengar), a Rock-type Pokemon or an useless Pokemon, like a frozen Pokemon, a sleeping Pokemon or a low life Pokemon


--> Exeggutor can also switch in on a resisted move, like Tauros' Eq, Rhydon's Eq, etc... I think you might add a warning about wildly sending Exeggutor on Tauros and Snorlax's Body Slam.


You should add something about sleepblocks: if you want to (and you have to) use the power of the sleep, Exeggutor's player should be careful not to brainlessly use Twave early game. Opponent might absorb Twaves with Chansey, Alakazam, Exeggutor or Starmie. These Pokemon, once paralyzed can prevent Exeggutor from landing sleep just by switching in on it.


Starmie never drop Blizzard. Mega Drain usually prevent Starmie from staying after sleepabsorbing and prenvent a paralyzed Starmie from sleepblocking.


Add Chansey and add Zapdos


+ Jynx and opposing Exeggutor. mention that these Pokemons once paralyzed are good sleepblocker, and Exeggutor players have to be careful early game not to use brainlessly Twave

QC 2/2 once implemented :)

Implemented. Off to GP!

 

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[OVERVIEW]

Exeggutor is arguably the most reliable sleeper in RBY Ubers. Its access to the relatively accurate Sleep Powder, along with its good stats, means it will almost always manage to put a foe to sleep. This, along with its access to Stun Spore, allows Exeggutor to provide incredible team support to help facilitate strong sweepers like Slowbro and Mewtwo. Exeggutor also has access to Explosion, meaning it will always pose a threat even after it has finished spreading its status, making it effectively a two-for-one in an ideal scenario. Exeggutor's stats are overall very well-rounded, boasting excellent bulk that allows it to check threats such as Snorlax, Tauros, and Mew under the right conditions. It can even check Mewtwo not carrying an Ice move. Moreover, Exeggutor's niche is highly unique, as no other Pokemon has access to the combination of a sleep move, a paralysis move, and Explosion. Exeggutor also hits very hard and can effectively pressure foes such as paralyzed Pokemon, Snorlax, and Chansey with Special drops from Psychic.

However, Exeggutor does have a few flaws. It is weak to Ice, and strong Ice-type attackers such as Jynx, Cloyster, Articuno, and Lapras force it out. This also means it cannot check Mewtwo if it is carrying Ice Beam or Blizzard. Exeggutor's lack of coverage also means it is reliant on Psychic and Explosion to deal damage, causing it to struggle to damage other Psychic-types and Chansey without using Explosion. Exeggutor is also very slow for Ubers, and it will usually take a hit before it can do anything, often forcing it to use Explosion earlier than it would like to. Also, Exeggutor lacks any kind of recovery, and players must be aware of the risks of switching Exeggutor in against attacks like Tauros's Body Slam. Despite these flaws, Exeggutor is a very solid team player in RBY Ubers for its two-for-one trading capabilities.

[SET]
name: Bulky Sleeper
move 1: Sleep Powder
move 2: Stun Spore
move 3: Psychic
move 4: Explosion

[SET COMMENTS]
Set Description
=========

Sleep Powder allows Exeggutor to disable a foe for a large portion of the game, creating opportunities for its teammates to take advantage of, particularly tier-king Mewtwo. Stun Spore allows Exeggutor to provide even more team support, allowing itself and slower teammates to make more progress against faster opponents such as Mew, Tauros, and Zapdos. Stun Spore also helps Exeggutor make up for its own lacking speed stat. Psychic allows Exeggutor to hit Pokemon like Tauros, Rhydon, and Snorlax for very solid damage, which can quickly turn into 2HKOs or 3HKOs with Special drops. Finally, Explosion makes sure Exeggutor will be useful at every stage of the game, always applying immense pressure to the other team even if Exeggutor is at low HP or paralyzed. Explosion can be used to remove Chansey and Alakazam, and also deal a large amount to Mewtwo, allowing a teammate to come in and revenge kill it.

Exeggutor should be paired with teammates that appreciate the status it spreads. Set-up sweepers like Amnesia Mewtwo and Slowbro, as well as Swords Dance Mew, can take full advantage of a sleeping foe and use the opportunity to boost, leading to huge holes being opened in opposing teams or even a sweep. Slow, powerful attackers such as Rhydon, Snorlax, Golem, the aforementioned Slowbro, and, to some extent, Articuno, enjoy having faster opponents foes paralyzed by Stun Spore. Rhydon in particular greatly appreciates having its foes paralyzed, as this can sometimes allow it to use Substitute for free. Exeggutor can also paralyze and Explode against Mewtwo, opening an easy path for a teammate such as Snorlax or Tauros to KO it. This will make it much easier for your own Mewtwo to sweep with Amnesia later on. Zapdos is a partucularly good teammate for Exeggutor thanks to the latter being able to handle Rhydon very well, while getting off uncontested sleep while doing so. Note that Exeggutor's generally good matchup against Rhydon is no longer safe after taking two Rock Slides while switching in.

Exeggutor makes a decent lead since it can consistently put a foe to sleep on turn 1. Lead Exeggutor has a particularly good matchup against lead Tauros, as it can tank any hit from Tauros and easily put it to sleep. Against lead Gengar, Exeggutor can be used as sleep fodder, and against lead Jynx, it can simply use Explosion to remove it so long as Jynx misses Lovely Kiss. However, sacrificing Exeggutor too early could cause troubles later in the game when Mewtwo or another threat may need checking. Lead Exeggutor also has a poor matchup against other Sleep leads. When using Exeggutor, it is important to not mindlessly use Thunder Wave and Stun Spore early game, as skilled opponents will switch in their Exeggutor check to absorb the paralysis, and these Pokemon will then be able to stop Exeggutor from using Sleep Powder simply by switching in. Exeggutor's lack of recovery means it should be on the lookout for safe ways to switch in, such as against the various users of Rest and Recover on the turns they heal. Such users include Snorlax, Mewtwo, and Alakazam. Exeggutor can also switch in against moves it resists, such as Rhydon and Tauros's Earthquake, or Psychic from the its various users in the tier. Lastly, Exeggutor should always be looking for opportunities to safely Explode, and scouting for anything that could prevent it from doing so. Experienced players will be able to predict Explosion the majority of the time and will switch in their Rock-type, Gengar, or other fodder to absorb it. If Exeggutor faints before it can Explode, much of its utility is wasted and it becomes a momentum sink. This most importantly means scouting for Ice Beam or Blizzard on opposing Mewtwo.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Stun Spore can be replaced by any of the following options. Double-Edge can be used to be able to damage other Psychic-types like Jynx and Alakazam more reliably. However, Double-Edge's recoil causes Exeggutor to be chipped down even faster, since it has no way of recovering the damage off, meaning it will likely Explode earlier than desired. Mega Drain is an option to 2HKO Rhydon and Golem while also healing Exeggutor a little bit. However, Exeggutor already has a favorable matchup against the two, and Psychic is usually sufficient to handle them. Mega Drain also makes Exeggutor into a good Starmie check, especially if Starmie lacks Blizzard. However, even if Starmie uses Blizzard, Mega Drain can stop a paralyzed Starmie from absorbing Sleep Powder, and will also prevent Starmie from staying in after it is put to sleep. Hyper Beam is an option that is useful for certain ranges where foes might live another Psychic but it isn't worth Exploding. However, using Hyper Beam requires good prediction and calculations, as failing to KO the opponent will result in Exeggutor being forced out or revenge killed. Rest may seem good to provide Exeggutor with semi-reliable recovery; however, it is very easy to pressure a sleeping Exeggutor with strong attacks, and finding opportunities to wake up is a difficult prospect. Also, being asleep makes it more likely that Exeggutor will faint before it has a chance to use Explosion. Also, a sleeping Exeggutor is a prime opportunity for opposing setup sweepers such as Mewtwo and Slowbro to come in and wreak havoc.

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

**Ice-type attacks**: Exeggutor's weakness to Ice means it is afraid of the many Ice Beams and Blizzards running around Ubers, including STAB Blizzards from Jynx, Articuno, Lapras, and Cloyster, as well as coverage moves on Chansey, Mewtwo, and Starmie. Any of these can force Exeggutor to switch out or cause it to take massive damage. Notably, any STAB critical hit Blizzard will OHKO Exeggutor.

**Psychic-types**: Exeggutor's lack of coverage options means it often cannot do much to opposing Psychic-types after it has statused them. Facing an opposing Alakazam, Slowbro, Jynx, Mew, Mewtwo, or opposing Exeggutor will force Exeggutor to either switch out or use Explosion earlier than it would like to, as it cannot deal with them otherwise. Alakazam also has Seismic Toss to rack up damage fast on Exeggutor, and this damage usually cannot be recovered. Moreover, these Pokemon make fantastic sleep blockers if they are paralyzed.

**Pressure**: Because it uses its great bulk to switch in often, Exeggutor is very prone to getting worn down by chip damage that accumulates over the course of a battle to the point where it can no longer switch in. Exeggutor's low Speed compounds this issue, as it will usually be forced to take two hits before it can attack whenever it switches in, further racking up damage.

**Ice Beam/Blizzard Mewtwo**: Mewtwo carrying Ice Beam or Blizzard can lure in Exeggutor expecting to check it, only to be OHKOed by +4 Ice Beam or +2 Blizzard. For this reason, scouting Mewtwo's set is very important before using Exeggutor to check it.

**Chansey**: Chansey can reliably switch into Exeggutor and take little damage from Psychic, and threaten it in a variety of ways in return. However, Chansey is likely to be OHKOed by Explosion, and also really does not want to be put to sleep.

**Zapdos**: Zapdos outspeeds Exeggutor and a critical Drill Peck has a chance to outright OHKO Exeggutor. However, Zapdos hates being statused and takes sizeable damage from Psychic, so it cannot switch in safely.



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Exeggutor is arguably the most reliable sleeper in RBY Ubers. Its access to the relatively accurate Sleep Powder, along with its good stats, means it will almost always manage to put a foe to sleep. This, along with its access to Stun Spore, allows Exeggutor to provide incredible team support to help facilitate strong sweepers like Slowbro and Mewtwo. Exeggutor also has access to Explosion, meaning it will always pose a threat even after it has finished spreading its status, effectively making it effectively a two-for-one in an ideal scenario. Exeggutor's stats are overall very well-rounded, boasting excellent bulk that allows it to check threats such as Snorlax, Tauros, and Mew under the right conditions. It can even check Mewtwo not carrying an Ice-type move. Moreover, Exeggutor's niche is highly unique, as no other Pokemon has access to the combination of a sleep move, a paralysis move, and Explosion. Exeggutor also hits very hard and can effectively pressure foes such as paralyzed Pokemon, Snorlax, and Chansey with Special drops from Psychic.

However, Exeggutor does have a few flaws. It is weak to Ice, and forced out by strong Ice-type attackers such as Jynx, Cloyster, Articuno, and Lapras, as well as force it out. This also means it cannot check Mewtwo if it is carrying Ice Beam or Blizzard. Exeggutor's lack of coverage also means it is reliant on Psychic and Explosion to deal damage, causing it to struggle to damage other Psychic-types and Chansey without using Explosion. Exeggutor is also very slow for Ubers, and it will usually take a hit before it can do anything, often forcing it to use Explosion earlier than it would like to. Also, Exeggutor lacks any kind of recovery, and players must be aware of the risks of switching Exeggutor in against attacks like Tauros's Body Slam. Despite these flaws, Exeggutor is a very solid team player in RBY Ubers for its two-for-one trading capabilities.

[SET]
name: Bulky Sleeper
move 1: Sleep Powder
move 2: Stun Spore
move 3: Psychic
move 4: Explosion

[SET COMMENTS]
Set Description
=========

Sleep Powder allows Exeggutor to disable a foe for a large portion of the game, creating opportunities for its teammates to take advantage of, particularly the tier-king,(AC) Mewtwo. Stun Spore allows Exeggutor to provide even more team support, allowing itself and slower teammates to make more progress against faster opponents such as Mew, Tauros, and Zapdos. Stun Spore also helps Exeggutor make up for its own lacking speed stat. Psychic allows Exeggutor to hit Pokemon like Tauros, Rhydon, and Snorlax for very solid damage, which can quickly turn into 2HKOs or 3HKOs with Special drops. Finally, Explosion makes sure Exeggutor will be useful at every stage of the game, always applying immense pressure to the other team even if Exeggutor is at low HP or paralyzed. Explosion can be used to remove Chansey and Alakazam, and also deal a large amount to Mewtwo, allowing a teammate to come in and revenge kill.

Exeggutor should be paired with teammates that appreciate the status it spreads. Set-up sweepers like Amnesia Mewtwo,(AC) and Amnesia Slowbro, as well as and Swords Dance Mew(RC) can take full advantage of a sleeping foe and use the opportunity to boost, leading to huge holes being opened in opposing teams or even a sweep. Slow, powerful attackers such as Rhydon, Snorlax, Golem, the aforementioned Slowbro, and, to some extent, Articuno, enjoy having faster opponents foes paralyzed by Stun Spore. Rhydon in particular greatly appreciates having its foes paralyzed, as this can sometimes allow it to use Substitute for free. Exeggutor can also paralyze and use Explosion Explode against Mewtwo, opening an easy path for a teammate such as Snorlax or Tauros to KO it. This will make it much easier for your own Mewtwo to sweep with Amnesia later on. Zapdos is a partucularly good teammate for with (changed this because this is more about how Exeggutor helps Zapdos rather than the other way around) Exeggutor thanks to the latter being able to handle Rhydon very well, while getting off uncontested sleep while doing so. Note that Exeggutor's generally good matchup against Rhydon is no longer safe after taking two Rock Slides while switching in.

Exeggutor makes a decent lead since it can consistently put a foe to sleep on turn 1. Lead Exeggutor has a particularly good matchup against lead Tauros, as it can tank any hit from Tauros and easily put it to sleep. Against lead Gengar, Exeggutor can be used as sleep fodder;(RC, add semicolon) and against lead Jynx, it can simply use Explosion to remove it so long as Jynx misses Lovely Kiss. However, sacrificing Exeggutor too early could cause troubles later in the game when Mewtwo or another threat may need checking. Lead Exeggutor also has a poor matchup against other Sleep leads. (Is Exeggutor being sleep fodder against Gengar and using Explosion against Jynx a good thing? If not then move this sentence up before "Against lead Gengar" and remove the words 'also' and 'other') When using Exeggutor, it is important to not mindlessly use Thunder Wave and or Stun Spore early game, as skilled opponents will switch in their Exeggutor check to absorb the paralysis, and these Pokemon will then be able to stop Exeggutor from using Sleep Powder simply by switching in. Exeggutor's lack of recovery means it should be on the lookout for safe ways to switch in, such as against the various users of Rest and Recover on the turns they heal. Such users include Snorlax, Mewtwo, and Alakazam. Exeggutor can also switch in against moves it resists, such as Rhydon and Tauros's Earthquake, or Psychic from the various users in the tier. Lastly, Exeggutor should always be looking for opportunities to safely use Explosion Explode, and scouting for anything that could prevent it from doing so. Experienced players will be able to predict Explosion the majority of the time and will switch in their Rock-type, Gengar, or other fodder to absorb it. If Exeggutor faints before it can Explode, much of its utility is wasted and it becomes a momentum sink. Most importants, this This most importantly means scouting for Ice Beam or Blizzard on opposing Mewtwo.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Stun Spore can be replaced by any of the following options. Double-Edge can be used to be able to damage other opposing Psychic-types like Jynx and Alakazam more reliably. However, Double-Edge's recoil causes Exeggutor to be chipped down even faster, since it has no way of recovering the damage off, meaning it will likely Explode earlier than desired. Mega Drain is an option to 2HKO Rhydon and Golem while also healing Exeggutor a little bit. However, Exeggutor already has a favorable matchup against the two, and Psychic is usually sufficient to handle them. Mega Drain also makes Exeggutor into a good Starmie check, especially if Starmie lacks Blizzard. However, even if Starmie uses Blizzard, Mega Drain can stop a paralyzed Starmie from absorbing Sleep Powder, and will also prevent Starmie from staying in after it is put to sleep. Hyper Beam is an option that is useful for certain ranges where foes might live another Psychic but it isn't worth Exploding using Explosion on. However, using Hyper Beam requires good prediction and calculations, as failing to KO the opponent will result in Exeggutor being forced out or revenge killed. Rest may seem good to provide Exeggutor with semi-reliable recovery; however, it is very easy to pressure a sleeping Exeggutor with strong attacks, and finding opportunities to wake up is a difficult prospect. Also, Being asleep also makes it more likely that Exeggutor will faint before it has a chance to use Explosion. Also Furthermore, a sleeping Exeggutor is a prime opportunity for opposing setup sweepers such as Mewtwo and Slowbro to come in and wreak havoc.

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

**Ice-type attacks**: Exeggutor's weakness to Ice-types means it is afraid of the many common moves like Ice Beams and Blizzards running around Ubers, including STAB Blizzards from Jynx, Articuno, Lapras, and Cloyster, as well as coverage moves on Chansey, Mewtwo, and Starmie. Any of these Pokemon can force Exeggutor to switch out or cause it to take massive damage. Notably, any STAB critical hit Blizzard will OHKO Exeggutor on a critical hit.

**Psychic-types**: Exeggutor's lack of coverage options means it often cannot do much to opposing Psychic-types after it has statused them. Facing Against an opposing Alakazam, Slowbro, Jynx, Mew, Mewtwo, or opposing Exeggutor will force Exeggutor to either switch out or use Explosion earlier than it would like to, as it cannot deal with them otherwise. Alakazam also has Seismic Toss to rack up damage fast on Exeggutor, and this damage usually cannot be recovered. Moreover, these Pokemon make fantastic sleep blockers if they are paralyzed.

**Pressure**: Because it uses its great bulk to switch in often, Exeggutor is very prone to getting worn down by chip damage that accumulates over the course of a battle to the point where it can no longer switch in. Exeggutor's low speed compounds this issue, as it will usually be forced to take two hits before it can attack whenever it switches in, further racking up damage.

**Ice Beam Mewtwo**: Mewtwo carrying Ice Beam or Blizzard can lure in Exeggutor expecting to check it, only to be OHKOed by +4 Ice Beam or +2 Blizzard. For this reason, scouting Mewtwo's set is very important before using Exeggutor to check it.

**Chansey**: Chansey can reliably switches into Exeggutor and takes little damage from Psychic, and threatens it in a variety of ways in return. However, Chansey is likely to be OHKOed by Explosion, and also really does not want to be put to sleep.

**Zapdos**: Zapdos outspeeds Exeggutor and a critical Drill Peck has a chance to outright OHKO Exeggutor. However, Zapdos hates being statused and takes sizeable damage from Psychic, so it cannot switch in safely.



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Exeggutor is arguably the most reliable sleeper in RBY Ubers. Its access to the relatively accurate Sleep Powder, along with its good stats, means it will almost always manage to put a foe to sleep. This, along with its access to Stun Spore, allows Exeggutor to provide incredible team support to help facilitate strong sweepers like Slowbro and Mewtwo. Exeggutor also has access to Explosion, meaning it will always pose a threat even after it has finished spreading its status, effectively making it effectively a two-for-one in an ideal scenario. Exeggutor's stats are overall very well-rounded, boasting excellent bulk that allows it to check threats such as Snorlax, Tauros, and Mew under the right conditions. It can even check Mewtwo not carrying an Ice-type move. Moreover, Exeggutor's niche is highly unique, as no other Pokemon has access to the combination of a sleep move, a paralysis move, and Explosion. Exeggutor also hits very hard and can effectively pressure foes such as paralyzed Pokemon, Snorlax, and Chansey with Special drops from Psychic.

However, Exeggutor does have a few flaws. It is weak to Ice, and forced out by strong Ice-type attackers such as Jynx, Cloyster, Articuno, and Lapras, as well as force it out. This also means it cannot check Mewtwo if it is carrying Ice Beam or Blizzard. Exeggutor's lack of coverage also means it is reliant on Psychic and Explosion to deal damage, causing it to struggle to damage other Psychic-types and Chansey without using Explosion. Exeggutor is also very slow for Ubers, and it will usually take a hit before it can do anything, often forcing it to use Explosion earlier than it would like to. Also, Exeggutor lacks any kind of recovery, and players must be aware of the risks of switching Exeggutor in against attacks like Tauros's Body Slam. Despite these flaws, Exeggutor is a very solid team player in RBY Ubers for its two-for-one trading capabilities.

[SET]
name: Bulky Sleeper
move 1: Sleep Powder
move 2: Stun Spore
move 3: Psychic
move 4: Explosion

[SET COMMENTS]
Set Description
=========

Sleep Powder allows Exeggutor to disable a foe for a large portion of the game, creating opportunities for its teammates to take advantage of, particularly the tier-king,(AC) Mewtwo. Stun Spore allows Exeggutor to provide even more team support, allowing itself and slower teammates to make more progress against faster opponents such as Mew, Tauros, and Zapdos. Stun Spore also helps Exeggutor make up for its own lacking speed stat. Psychic allows Exeggutor to hit Pokemon like Tauros, Rhydon, and Snorlax for very solid damage, which can quickly turn into 2HKOs or 3HKOs with Special drops. Finally, Explosion makes sure Exeggutor will be useful at every stage of the game, always applying immense pressure to the other team even if Exeggutor is at low HP or paralyzed. Explosion can be used to remove Chansey and Alakazam, and also deal a large amount to Mewtwo, allowing a teammate to come in and revenge kill.

Exeggutor should be paired with teammates that appreciate the status it spreads. Set-up sweepers like Amnesia Mewtwo,(AC) and Amnesia Slowbro, as well as and Swords Dance Mew(RC) can take full advantage of a sleeping foe and use the opportunity to boost, leading to huge holes being opened in opposing teams or even a sweep. Slow, powerful attackers such as Rhydon, Snorlax, Golem, the aforementioned Slowbro, and, to some extent, Articuno, enjoy having faster opponents foes paralyzed by Stun Spore. Rhydon in particular greatly appreciates having its foes paralyzed, as this can sometimes allow it to use Substitute for free. Exeggutor can also paralyze and use Explosion Explode against Mewtwo, opening an easy path for a teammate such as Snorlax or Tauros to KO it. This will make it much easier for your own Mewtwo to sweep with Amnesia later on. Zapdos is a partucularly good teammate for with (changed this because this is more about how Exeggutor helps Zapdos rather than the other way around) Exeggutor thanks to the latter being able to handle Rhydon very well, while getting off uncontested sleep while doing so. Note that Exeggutor's generally good matchup against Rhydon is no longer safe after taking two Rock Slides while switching in.

Exeggutor makes a decent lead since it can consistently put a foe to sleep on turn 1. Lead Exeggutor has a particularly good matchup against lead Tauros, as it can tank any hit from Tauros and easily put it to sleep. Against lead Gengar, Exeggutor can be used as sleep fodder;(RC, add semicolon) and against lead Jynx, it can simply use Explosion to remove it so long as Jynx misses Lovely Kiss. However, sacrificing Exeggutor too early could cause troubles later in the game when Mewtwo or another threat may need checking. Lead Exeggutor also has a poor matchup against other Sleep leads. (Is Exeggutor being sleep fodder against Gengar and using Explosion against Jynx a good thing? If not then move this sentence up before "Against lead Gengar" and remove the words 'also' and 'other') When using Exeggutor, it is important to not mindlessly use Thunder Wave and or Stun Spore early game, as skilled opponents will switch in their Exeggutor check to absorb the paralysis, and these Pokemon will then be able to stop Exeggutor from using Sleep Powder simply by switching in. Exeggutor's lack of recovery means it should be on the lookout for safe ways to switch in, such as against the various users of Rest and Recover on the turns they heal. Such users include Snorlax, Mewtwo, and Alakazam. Exeggutor can also switch in against moves it resists, such as Rhydon and Tauros's Earthquake, or Psychic from the various users in the tier. Lastly, Exeggutor should always be looking for opportunities to safely use Explosion Explode, and scouting for anything that could prevent it from doing so. Experienced players will be able to predict Explosion the majority of the time and will switch in their Rock-type, Gengar, or other fodder to absorb it. If Exeggutor faints before it can Explode, much of its utility is wasted and it becomes a momentum sink. Most importants, this This most importantly means scouting for Ice Beam or Blizzard on opposing Mewtwo.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
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Stun Spore can be replaced by any of the following options. Double-Edge can be used to be able to damage other opposing Psychic-types like Jynx and Alakazam more reliably. However, Double-Edge's recoil causes Exeggutor to be chipped down even faster, since it has no way of recovering the damage off, meaning it will likely Explode earlier than desired. Mega Drain is an option to 2HKO Rhydon and Golem while also healing Exeggutor a little bit. However, Exeggutor already has a favorable matchup against the two, and Psychic is usually sufficient to handle them. Mega Drain also makes Exeggutor into a good Starmie check, especially if Starmie lacks Blizzard. However, even if Starmie uses Blizzard, Mega Drain can stop a paralyzed Starmie from absorbing Sleep Powder, and will also prevent Starmie from staying in after it is put to sleep. Hyper Beam is an option that is useful for certain ranges where foes might live another Psychic but it isn't worth Exploding using Explosion on. However, using Hyper Beam requires good prediction and calculations, as failing to KO the opponent will result in Exeggutor being forced out or revenge killed. Rest may seem good to provide Exeggutor with semi-reliable recovery; however, it is very easy to pressure a sleeping Exeggutor with strong attacks, and finding opportunities to wake up is a difficult prospect. Also, Being asleep also makes it more likely that Exeggutor will faint before it has a chance to use Explosion. Also Furthermore, a sleeping Exeggutor is a prime opportunity for opposing setup sweepers such as Mewtwo and Slowbro to come in and wreak havoc.

Checks and Counters
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**Ice-type attacks**: Exeggutor's weakness to Ice-types means it is afraid of the many common moves like Ice Beams and Blizzards running around Ubers, including STAB Blizzards from Jynx, Articuno, Lapras, and Cloyster, as well as coverage moves on Chansey, Mewtwo, and Starmie. Any of these Pokemon can force Exeggutor to switch out or cause it to take massive damage. Notably, any STAB critical hit Blizzard will OHKO Exeggutor on a critical hit.

**Psychic-types**: Exeggutor's lack of coverage options means it often cannot do much to opposing Psychic-types after it has statused them. Facing Against an opposing Alakazam, Slowbro, Jynx, Mew, Mewtwo, or opposing Exeggutor will force Exeggutor to either switch out or use Explosion earlier than it would like to, as it cannot deal with them otherwise. Alakazam also has Seismic Toss to rack up damage fast on Exeggutor, and this damage usually cannot be recovered. Moreover, these Pokemon make fantastic sleep blockers if they are paralyzed.

**Pressure**: Because it uses its great bulk to switch in often, Exeggutor is very prone to getting worn down by chip damage that accumulates over the course of a battle to the point where it can no longer switch in. Exeggutor's low speed compounds this issue, as it will usually be forced to take two hits before it can attack whenever it switches in, further racking up damage.

**Ice Beam Mewtwo**: Mewtwo carrying Ice Beam or Blizzard can lure in Exeggutor expecting to check it, only to be OHKOed by +4 Ice Beam or +2 Blizzard. For this reason, scouting Mewtwo's set is very important before using Exeggutor to check it.

**Chansey**: Chansey can reliably switches into Exeggutor and takes little damage from Psychic, and threatens it in a variety of ways in return. However, Chansey is likely to be OHKOed by Explosion, and also really does not want to be put to sleep.

**Zapdos**: Zapdos outspeeds Exeggutor and a critical Drill Peck has a chance to outright OHKO Exeggutor. However, Zapdos hates being statused and takes sizeable damage from Psychic, so it cannot switch in safely.



[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[LTG, 473639]]
- Quality checked by: [[Ctown6, 509438], [Oiseau Bleu, 431020]]
- Grammar checked by: [[, ], [, ]]

Finally went ahead and implemented this amcheck, sorry this has taken so long! Still waiting for some official GP checks, but this amcheck definitely helped smooth out some of the existing flaws.

 

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[OVERVIEW]

Exeggutor is arguably the most reliable sleeper in RBY Ubers. Its access to the relatively accurate Sleep Powder, along with its good stats, means relatively accurate Sleep Powder and good stats mean it will almost always manage to put a foe to sleep. This, along with its access to Stun Spore, This alongside Stun Spore allows Exeggutor to provide incredible team support to help facilitate that facilitates strong sweepers like Slowbro and Mewtwo. Exeggutor also has access to Explosion, meaning it will always pose a threat even after it has finished spreading its status, effectively making it a two-for-one in an ideal scenario. Exeggutor's stats are very well-rounded, boasting excellent bulk that allows it to check threats such as Snorlax, Tauros, and Mew under the right conditions. It can even check Mewtwo not carrying an Ice-type move. Moreover, Exeggutor's niche is highly unique, as no other Pokemon has access to the combination of a sleep move, a paralysis move, and Explosion. Exeggutor also hits very hard and can effectively pressure foes such as paralyzed Pokemon, Snorlax, and Chansey with Special drops from Psychic.

However, Exeggutor does have a few flaws. It is forced out by strong Ice-type attackers such as Jynx, Cloyster, Articuno, and Lapras, as well as Mewtwo if it is carrying Ice Beam or Blizzard. Exeggutor's lack of coverage also means it is reliant on Psychic and Explosion to deal damage, causing it to struggle to damage other Psychic-types and Chansey without using Explosion. Exeggutor is also very slow for Ubers, and it will usually take a hit before it can do anything, often forcing it to use Explosion earlier than it would like to. Also, Exeggutor lacks any kind of recovery, and players must be aware of the risks of switching Exeggutor in against attacks like Tauros's Body Slam. Despite these flaws, Exeggutor is a very solid team player in RBY Ubers for its two-for-one trading capabilities.

[SET]
name: Bulky Sleeper
move 1: Sleep Powder
move 2: Stun Spore
move 3: Psychic
move 4: Explosion

[SET COMMENTS]
Set Description
=========

Sleep Powder allows Exeggutor to disable a foe for a large portion of the game, creating opportunities for its teammates to take advantage of, particularly the tier-king, king Mewtwo. Stun Spore allows Exeggutor to provide even more team support, allowing itself and slower teammates to make more progress against faster opponents foes such as Mew, Tauros, and Zapdos. Stun Spore also helps Exeggutor make up for its lacking speed. Psychic allows Exeggutor to hit hits Pokemon like Tauros, Rhydon, and Snorlax for very solid damage, which can quickly turn into 2HKOs or 3HKOs with Special drops. Finally, Explosion makes sure Exeggutor will be useful at every stage of the game, always applying immense pressure to the other team even if Exeggutor is at low HP or paralyzed. Explosion can be used to remove Chansey and Alakazam, and also deal a large amount heavy damage to Mewtwo, allowing a teammate to come in and revenge kill.

Exeggutor should be paired with teammates that appreciate the status it spreads. Setup sweepers like Amnesia Mewtwo, Amnesia Slowbro, and Swords Dance Mew can take full advantage of a sleeping foe and use the opportunity to boost, leading to huge holes being opened in opposing teams or even a sweep. Slow, powerful attackers such as Rhydon, Snorlax, Golem, the aforementioned Slowbro, and, to some extent, Articuno, (comma) enjoy having faster opponents foes paralyzed by Stun Spore. Rhydon in particular greatly appreciates having its foes paralyzed, as this can sometimes allow it to use Substitute for free. Exeggutor can also paralyze and use Explosion against Mewtwo, opening an easy path for a teammate such as Snorlax or Tauros to KO it. This will make it much easier for your own Mewtwo to sweep with Amnesia later on. Zapdos is a partucularly good teammate with Exeggutor, (comma) which handles Rhydon very well and induces sleep uncontested thanks to the latter being able to handle Rhydon very well, while getting off uncontested sleep. Note that Exeggutor's generally good matchup against Rhydon is no longer safe after taking two Rock Slides while switching in.

Exeggutor makes a decent lead since because it can consistently put a foe to sleep on turn 1. Lead Exeggutor has a particularly good matchup against lead Tauros, as it can tank any hit from Tauros and easily put it to sleep. Against lead Gengar, Exeggutor can be used as sleep fodder; and against lead Jynx, it can simply use Explosion to remove it so long as Jynx misses Lovely Kiss. However, sacrificing Exeggutor too early could cause troubles later in the game when Mewtwo or another threat may need checking. Lead Exeggutor also has a poor matchup against other sleep leads. When using Exeggutor, it is important to not mindlessly use Thunder Wave or Stun Spore early game, as skilled opponents will switch in their Exeggutor check to absorb the paralysis, and stop Exeggutor from using Sleep Powder simply by switching in creating a sleep blocker. Exeggutor's lack of recovery means it should be on the lookout for safe ways to switch in, such as against the various users of Rest and Recover on the turns they heal. Such users include Snorlax, Mewtwo, and Alakazam. Exeggutor can also switch in against moves it resists, such as Psychic and Rhydon's and Tauros's Earthquake, or Psychic from the various users in the tier. Lastly, Exeggutor should always be looking for opportunities to safely use Explosion, and scouting for anything that could prevent it from doing so. Experienced players will be able to predict Explosion the majority of the time and will switch in their Rock-type, Gengar, or other fodder to absorb it. If Exeggutor faints before it can Explode use Explosion, much of its utility and potential momentum is wasted and it becomes a momentum sink. Most importants, this means This mandates scouting for Ice Beam or Blizzard on opposing Mewtwo.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Stun Spore can be replaced by any of the following options. Double-Edge can be used to damage opposing Psychic-types like Jynx and Alakazam more reliably. However, Double-Edge's recoil causes Exeggutor to be chipped down even faster, since it has no way of recovering the damage off, meaning it will likely Explode use Explosion earlier than desired. Mega Drain is an option to 2HKO Rhydon and Golem while also healing Exeggutor a little bit. However, Exeggutor already has a favorable matchup against the two, and Psychic is usually sufficient to handle them. Mega Drain also makes Exeggutor into a good Starmie check, especially if Starmie lacks Blizzard. However, Even if Starmie uses Blizzard, Mega Drain can stop a paralyzed Starmie from absorbing Sleep Powder, and will also prevent Starmie from staying in after it is put to sleep. Hyper Beam is an option that is useful for certain ranges where foes might live take another Psychic but it isn't aren't worth using Explosion on. However, using Hyper Beam requires good prediction and calculations, as failing to KO the opponent will result in Exeggutor being forced out or revenge killed. Rest may seem good to provide Exeggutor with semi-reliable recovery; however, it is very easy to pressure a sleeping Exeggutor with strong attacks, and finding opportunities to wake up is a difficult prospect. Being asleep also makes it more likely that Exeggutor will faint before it has a chance to use Explosion. Furthermore, a sleeping Exeggutor is a prime opportunity for opposing setup sweepers such as Mewtwo and Slowbro to come in and wreak havoc.

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

**Ice-type attacks**: Exeggutor's weakness to Ice-types means it is afraid of the common moves like Ice Beam and Blizzard, including STAB Blizzard from Jynx, Articuno, Lapras, and Cloyster, as well as coverage moves on Chansey, Mewtwo, and Starmie. Any of these Pokemon can force Exeggutor to switch out or take massive damage. Notably, any critical hit STAB Blizzard will OHKO Exeggutor on a critical hit.

**Psychic-types**: Exeggutor's lack of coverage options means it often cannot do much to opposing Psychic-types after it has statused them. Against an opposing Alakazam, Slowbro, Jynx, Mew, Mewtwo, or opposing Exeggutor, Exeggutor will be forced to either switch out or use Explosion earlier than it would like to, as it cannot deal with them otherwise. Alakazam also has Seismic Toss to quickly rack up damage fast on Exeggutor, and this damage usually cannot be recovered. Moreover, these Pokemon make fantastic sleep blockers if they are paralyzed.

**Pressure**: Because it uses its great bulk to switch in often, Exeggutor is very prone to getting worn down by chip damage that accumulates over the course of a battle to the point where it can no longer switch in. Exeggutor's low Speed compounds this issue, as it will usually be forced to take two hits before it can attack whenever it switches in, further racking up damage.

**Ice Beam Mewtwo**: Mewtwo carrying Ice Beam or Blizzard can lure in Exeggutor expecting to check it, only to be OHKOed by +4 Ice Beam or +2 Blizzard. For this reason, scouting Mewtwo's set beforehand is very important before using Exeggutor to check it.

**Chansey**: Chansey reliably switches into Exeggutor and takes little damage from Psychic, and threatens it in a variety of ways in return. However, Chansey is likely to be OHKOed by Explosion, and also really does not want to be put to sleep.

**Zapdos**: Zapdos outspeeds Exeggutor and a critical Drill Peck has a chance to outright OHKO Exeggutor can outright OHKO with critical hit Drill Peck. However, Zapdos hates being statused and takes sizable damage from Psychic, so it cannot switch in safely.



[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[LTG, 473639]]
- Quality checked by: [[Ctown6, 509438], [Oiseau Bleu, 431020]]
- Grammar checked by: [[, ], [, ]]

 

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[OVERVIEW]

Exeggutor is arguably the most reliable sleeper in RBY Ubers. Its access to the relatively accurate Sleep Powder, along with its good stats, means relatively accurate Sleep Powder and good stats mean it will almost always manage to put a foe to sleep. This, along with its access to Stun Spore, This alongside Stun Spore allows Exeggutor to provide incredible team support to help facilitate that facilitates strong sweepers like Slowbro and Mewtwo. Exeggutor also has access to Explosion, meaning it will always pose a threat even after it has finished spreading its status, effectively making it a two-for-one in an ideal scenario. Exeggutor's stats are very well-rounded, boasting excellent bulk that allows it to check threats such as Snorlax, Tauros, and Mew under the right conditions. It can even check Mewtwo not carrying an Ice-type move. Moreover, Exeggutor's niche is highly unique, as no other Pokemon has access to the combination of a sleep move, a paralysis move, and Explosion. Exeggutor also hits very hard and can effectively pressure foes such as paralyzed Pokemon, Snorlax, and Chansey with Special drops from Psychic.

However, Exeggutor does have a few flaws. It is forced out by strong Ice-type attackers such as Jynx, Cloyster, Articuno, and Lapras, as well as Mewtwo if it is carrying Ice Beam or Blizzard. Exeggutor's lack of coverage also means it is reliant on Psychic and Explosion to deal damage, causing it to struggle to damage other Psychic-types and Chansey without using Explosion. Exeggutor is also very slow for Ubers, and it will usually take a hit before it can do anything, often forcing it to use Explosion earlier than it would like to. Also, Exeggutor lacks any kind of recovery, and players must be aware of the risks of switching Exeggutor in against attacks like Tauros's Body Slam. Despite these flaws, Exeggutor is a very solid team player in RBY Ubers for its two-for-one trading capabilities.

[SET]
name: Bulky Sleeper
move 1: Sleep Powder
move 2: Stun Spore
move 3: Psychic
move 4: Explosion

[SET COMMENTS]
Set Description
=========

Sleep Powder allows Exeggutor to disable a foe for a large portion of the game, creating opportunities for its teammates to take advantage of, particularly the tier-king, king Mewtwo. Stun Spore allows Exeggutor to provide even more team support, allowing itself and slower teammates to make more progress against faster opponents foes such as Mew, Tauros, and Zapdos. Stun Spore also helps Exeggutor make up for its lacking speed. Psychic allows Exeggutor to hit hits Pokemon like Tauros, Rhydon, and Snorlax for very solid damage, which can quickly turn into 2HKOs or 3HKOs with Special drops. Finally, Explosion makes sure Exeggutor will be useful at every stage of the game, always applying immense pressure to the other team even if Exeggutor is at low HP or paralyzed. Explosion can be used to remove Chansey and Alakazam, and also deal a large amount heavy damage to Mewtwo, allowing a teammate to come in and revenge kill.

Exeggutor should be paired with teammates that appreciate the status it spreads. Setup sweepers like Amnesia Mewtwo, Amnesia Slowbro, and Swords Dance Mew can take full advantage of a sleeping foe and use the opportunity to boost, leading to huge holes being opened in opposing teams or even a sweep. Slow, powerful attackers such as Rhydon, Snorlax, Golem, the aforementioned Slowbro, and, to some extent, Articuno, (comma) enjoy having faster opponents foes paralyzed by Stun Spore. Rhydon in particular greatly appreciates having its foes paralyzed, as this can sometimes allow it to use Substitute for free. Exeggutor can also paralyze and use Explosion against Mewtwo, opening an easy path for a teammate such as Snorlax or Tauros to KO it. This will make it much easier for your own Mewtwo to sweep with Amnesia later on. Zapdos is a partucularly good teammate with Exeggutor, (comma) which handles Rhydon very well and induces sleep uncontested thanks to the latter being able to handle Rhydon very well, while getting off uncontested sleep. Note that Exeggutor's generally good matchup against Rhydon is no longer safe after taking two Rock Slides while switching in.

Exeggutor makes a decent lead since because it can consistently put a foe to sleep on turn 1. Lead Exeggutor has a particularly good matchup against lead Tauros, as it can tank any hit from Tauros and easily put it to sleep. Against lead Gengar, Exeggutor can be used as sleep fodder; and against lead Jynx, it can simply use Explosion to remove it so long as Jynx misses Lovely Kiss. However, sacrificing Exeggutor too early could cause troubles later in the game when Mewtwo or another threat may need checking. Lead Exeggutor also has a poor matchup against other sleep leads. When using Exeggutor, it is important to not mindlessly use Thunder Wave or Stun Spore early game, as skilled opponents will switch in their Exeggutor check to absorb the paralysis, and stop Exeggutor from using Sleep Powder simply by switching in creating a sleep blocker. Exeggutor's lack of recovery means it should be on the lookout for safe ways to switch in, such as against the various users of Rest and Recover on the turns they heal. Such users include Snorlax, Mewtwo, and Alakazam. Exeggutor can also switch in against moves it resists, such as Psychic and Rhydon's and Tauros's Earthquake, or Psychic from the various users in the tier. Lastly, Exeggutor should always be looking for opportunities to safely use Explosion, and scouting for anything that could prevent it from doing so. Experienced players will be able to predict Explosion the majority of the time and will switch in their Rock-type, Gengar, or other fodder to absorb it. If Exeggutor faints before it can Explode use Explosion, much of its utility and potential momentum is wasted and it becomes a momentum sink. Most importants, this means This mandates scouting for Ice Beam or Blizzard on opposing Mewtwo.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
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Stun Spore can be replaced by any of the following options. Double-Edge can be used to damage opposing Psychic-types like Jynx and Alakazam more reliably. However, Double-Edge's recoil causes Exeggutor to be chipped down even faster, since it has no way of recovering the damage off, meaning it will likely Explode use Explosion earlier than desired. Mega Drain is an option to 2HKO Rhydon and Golem while also healing Exeggutor a little bit. However, Exeggutor already has a favorable matchup against the two, and Psychic is usually sufficient to handle them. Mega Drain also makes Exeggutor into a good Starmie check, especially if Starmie lacks Blizzard. However, Even if Starmie uses Blizzard, Mega Drain can stop a paralyzed Starmie from absorbing Sleep Powder, and will also prevent Starmie from staying in after it is put to sleep. Hyper Beam is an option that is useful for certain ranges where foes might live take another Psychic but it isn't aren't worth using Explosion on. However, using Hyper Beam requires good prediction and calculations, as failing to KO the opponent will result in Exeggutor being forced out or revenge killed. Rest may seem good to provide Exeggutor with semi-reliable recovery; however, it is very easy to pressure a sleeping Exeggutor with strong attacks, and finding opportunities to wake up is a difficult prospect. Being asleep also makes it more likely that Exeggutor will faint before it has a chance to use Explosion. Furthermore, a sleeping Exeggutor is a prime opportunity for opposing setup sweepers such as Mewtwo and Slowbro to come in and wreak havoc.

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

**Ice-type attacks**: Exeggutor's weakness to Ice-types means it is afraid of the common moves like Ice Beam and Blizzard, including STAB Blizzard from Jynx, Articuno, Lapras, and Cloyster, as well as coverage moves on Chansey, Mewtwo, and Starmie. Any of these Pokemon can force Exeggutor to switch out or take massive damage. Notably, any critical hit STAB Blizzard will OHKO Exeggutor on a critical hit.

**Psychic-types**: Exeggutor's lack of coverage options means it often cannot do much to opposing Psychic-types after it has statused them. Against an opposing Alakazam, Slowbro, Jynx, Mew, Mewtwo, or opposing Exeggutor, Exeggutor will be forced to either switch out or use Explosion earlier than it would like to, as it cannot deal with them otherwise. Alakazam also has Seismic Toss to quickly rack up damage fast on Exeggutor, and this damage usually cannot be recovered. Moreover, these Pokemon make fantastic sleep blockers if they are paralyzed.

**Pressure**: Because it uses its great bulk to switch in often, Exeggutor is very prone to getting worn down by chip damage that accumulates over the course of a battle to the point where it can no longer switch in. Exeggutor's low Speed compounds this issue, as it will usually be forced to take two hits before it can attack whenever it switches in, further racking up damage.

**Ice Beam Mewtwo**: Mewtwo carrying Ice Beam or Blizzard can lure in Exeggutor expecting to check it, only to be OHKOed by +4 Ice Beam or +2 Blizzard. For this reason, scouting Mewtwo's set beforehand is very important before using Exeggutor to check it.

**Chansey**: Chansey reliably switches into Exeggutor and takes little damage from Psychic, and threatens it in a variety of ways in return. However, Chansey is likely to be OHKOed by Explosion, and also really does not want to be put to sleep.

**Zapdos**: Zapdos outspeeds Exeggutor and a critical Drill Peck has a chance to outright OHKO Exeggutor can outright OHKO with critical hit Drill Peck. However, Zapdos hates being statused and takes sizable damage from Psychic, so it cannot switch in safely.



[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[LTG, 473639]]
- Quality checked by: [[Ctown6, 509438], [Oiseau Bleu, 431020]]
- Grammar checked by: [[, ], [, ]]

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[OVERVIEW]

Exeggutor is arguably the most reliable sleeper in RBY Ubers. Its relatively accurate Sleep Powder and good stats mean it will almost always manage to put a foe to sleep. This, (add comma) alongside Stun Spore, (add comma) allows Exeggutor to provide incredible team support that facilitates strong sweepers like Slowbro and Mewtwo. Exeggutor also has access to Explosion, meaning it will always pose a threat even after it has finished spreading its status, effectively making it a two-for-one in an ideal scenario. Exeggutor's stats are very well-rounded, boasting excellent bulk that allows it to check threats such as Snorlax, Tauros, and Mew under the right conditions. It can even check Mewtwo not carrying an Ice-type move. Moreover, Exeggutor's niche is unique, as no other Pokemon has the combination of a sleep move, a paralysis move, and Explosion. Exeggutor also hits very hard and can effectively pressure foes such as paralyzed Pokemon, Snorlax, and Chansey with Special drops from Psychic.

However, Exeggutor does have a few flaws. It is forced out by strong Ice-type attackers such as Jynx, Cloyster, Articuno, and Lapras, as well as Mewtwo if it is carrying Ice Beam or Blizzard. Exeggutor's lack of coverage means it is reliant on Psychic and Explosion to deal damage, causing it to struggle to damage other Psychic-types and Chansey without using Explosion. Exeggutor is also very slow for Ubers, and it will usually take a hit before it can do anything, often forcing it to use Explosion earlier than it would like to. Also, Exeggutor lacks any kind of recovery, and players must be aware of the risks of switching Exeggutor in against attacks like Tauros's Body Slam.

[SET]
name: Bulky Sleeper
move 1: Sleep Powder
move 2: Stun Spore
move 3: Psychic
move 4: Explosion

[SET COMMENTS]
Set Description
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Sleep Powder allows Exeggutor to disable a foe for a large portion of the game, creating opportunities for its teammates, particularly the tier king Mewtwo. Stun Spore allows Exeggutor and slower teammates to make more progress against faster foes such as Mew, Tauros, and Zapdos. Psychic hits Pokemon like Tauros, Rhydon, and Snorlax for very ("very solid" sounds a bit off in the given situation) solid damage, which can quickly turn into 2HKOs or 3HKOs with Special drops. Explosion makes sure Exeggutor will be useful at every stage of the game, always applying immense pressure even if Exeggutor is at low HP or paralyzed. Explosion can be used to remove Chansey and Alakazam (remove comma) and deal heavy damage to Mewtwo, allowing a teammate to come in and revenge kill.

Exeggutor should be paired with teammates that appreciate the status it spreads. Setup sweepers like Amnesia Mewtwo, Amnesia Slowbro, and Swords Dance Mew can take full advantage of a sleeping foe. Slow, powerful attackers such as Rhydon, Snorlax, Golem, Slowbro, and, to some extent, Articuno enjoy having faster foes paralyzed by Stun Spore. Rhydon, (add comma) in particular, (add comma) greatly appreciates having its foes paralyzed, as this can sometimes allow it to use Substitute for free. Exeggutor can also paralyze and use Explosion against Mewtwo, opening an easy path for a teammate such as Snorlax or Tauros to KO it. This will make it much easier for your own Mewtwo to sweep with Amnesia later on. Zapdos is a particularly good teammate with Exeggutor, (add comma) which handles Rhydon very well and induces sleep uncontested. Note that Exeggutor's generally good matchup against Rhydon is no longer safe after taking two Rock Slides while switching in.

Exeggutor makes a decent lead because it can consistently put a foe to sleep on turn 1. Lead Exeggutor has a particularly good matchup against lead Tauros, as it can tank any hit from Tauros and easily put it to sleep. Against lead Gengar, Exeggutor can be used as sleep fodder; and against lead Jynx, it can simply use Explosion to remove it so long as Jynx misses Lovely Kiss. However, sacrificing Exeggutor too early could cause troubles later in the game when Mewtwo or another threat may need checking. Lead Exeggutor also has a poor matchup against other sleep leads. When using Exeggutor, it is important to not mindlessly use Thunder Wave or Stun Spore early game, as skilled opponents will switch in their Exeggutor check to absorb the paralysis, creating a sleep blocker. Exeggutor's lack of recovery means it should be on the lookout for safe ways to switch in, such as against the various users of Rest and Recover on the turns they heal. Such users include Snorlax, Mewtwo, and Alakazam. Exeggutor can also switch in against moves it resists, such as Psychic and Rhydon's and Tauros's Earthquake. Exeggutor should always be looking for opportunities to safely use Explosion (remove comma) and scouting for anything that could prevent it from doing so. Experienced players will be able to predict Explosion the majority of the time and will switch in their Rock-type, Gengar, or other fodder to absorb it. If Exeggutor faints before use using Explosion, much of its utility and potential momentum is wasted. This mandates scouting for Ice Beam or Blizzard on opposing Mewtwo.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
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Stun Spore can be replaced by any of the following a number of options. Double-Edge can damage Psychic-types like Jynx and Alakazam more reliably. However, Double-Edge's recoil causes Exeggutor to be chipped down even faster, meaning it will likely use Explosion earlier than desired. Mega Drain is an option to 2HKO Rhydon and Golem while also healing Exeggutor a little bit. However, Exeggutor already has a favorable matchup against the two, and Psychic is usually sufficient to handle them. Mega Drain also makes Exeggutor a good Starmie check, especially if Starmie lacks Blizzard. Even if Starmie uses Blizzard, Mega Drain can stop a paralyzed Starmie from absorbing Sleep Powder (remove comma) and will also prevent prevents Starmie from staying in after it is put to sleep. Hyper Beam is useful for certain ranges where foes might take another Psychic but aren't worth using Explosion on. However, using Hyper Beam requires good prediction and calculations, as failing to KO will result in Exeggutor being forced out or revenge killed. Rest may seem good to provide Exeggutor with semi-reliable recovery; however, it is very easy to pressure a sleeping Exeggutor with strong attacks, and finding opportunities to wake up is a difficult prospect. Being asleep also makes it more likely that Exeggutor will faint before it has a chance to use Explosion. Furthermore, a sleeping Exeggutor is a prime opportunity for setup sweepers such as Mewtwo and Slowbro to come in and wreak havoc.

Checks and Counters
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**Ice-type attacks**: Exeggutor's weakness to Ice means it is afraid of the common moves like Ice Beam and Blizzard, including especially STAB Blizzard from Jynx, Articuno, Lapras, and Cloyster, as well as coverage moves on from Chansey, Mewtwo, and Starmie. Any of these Pokemon can force Exeggutor to switch out or take massive damage. Notably, any critical hit STAB Blizzard will OHKO Exeggutor.

**Psychic-types**: Exeggutor's lack of coverage options means it often cannot do much to Psychic-types after it has statused them. Against Alakazam, Slowbro, Jynx, Mew, Mewtwo, or opposing Exeggutor, Exeggutor will be forced to switch out or use Explosion earlier than it would like to. Alakazam also has Seismic Toss to quickly rack up damage, and this damage which usually cannot be recovered. Moreover, these Pokemon make fantastic sleep blockers if they are paralyzed.

**Pressure**: Because it uses its great bulk to switch in often, Exeggutor is very prone to getting worn down by chip damage to the point where it can no longer switch in. Exeggutor's low Speed compounds this issue, as it will usually be forced to take two hits before it can attack whenever it switches in.

**Ice Beam Mewtwo**: Mewtwo carrying Ice Beam or Blizzard can lure in Exeggutor expecting to check it, only to be OHKOed by +4 Ice Beam or +2 Blizzard and OHKO it with +4 Ice Beam or +2 Blizzard. For this reason, scouting Mewtwo's set beforehand is very important.

**Chansey**: Chansey reliably switches into Exeggutor and threatens it in a variety of ways in return. However, Chansey is likely to be OHKOed by Explosion (remove comma) and also really does not want to be put to sleep.

**Zapdos**: Zapdos outspeeds Exeggutor and can outright OHKO with a critical hit from Drill Peck. However, Zapdos hates being statused, (add comma) and takes sizable damage from Psychic, so it cannot switch in safely.



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[OVERVIEW]

Exeggutor is arguably the most reliable sleeper in RBY Ubers. Its relatively accurate Sleep Powder and good stats mean it will almost always manage to put a foe to sleep. This, (add comma) alongside Stun Spore, (add comma) allows Exeggutor to provide incredible team support that facilitates strong sweepers like Slowbro and Mewtwo. Exeggutor also has access to Explosion, meaning it will always pose a threat even after it has finished spreading its status, effectively making it a two-for-one in an ideal scenario. Exeggutor's stats are very well-rounded, boasting excellent bulk that allows it to check threats such as Snorlax, Tauros, and Mew under the right conditions. It can even check Mewtwo not carrying an Ice-type move. Moreover, Exeggutor's niche is unique, as no other Pokemon has the combination of a sleep move, a paralysis move, and Explosion. Exeggutor also hits very hard and can effectively pressure foes such as paralyzed Pokemon, Snorlax, and Chansey with Special drops from Psychic.

However, Exeggutor does have a few flaws. It is forced out by strong Ice-type attackers such as Jynx, Cloyster, Articuno, and Lapras, as well as Mewtwo if it is carrying Ice Beam or Blizzard. Exeggutor's lack of coverage means it is reliant on Psychic and Explosion to deal damage, causing it to struggle to damage other Psychic-types and Chansey without using Explosion. Exeggutor is also very slow for Ubers, and it will usually take a hit before it can do anything, often forcing it to use Explosion earlier than it would like to. Also, Exeggutor lacks any kind of recovery, and players must be aware of the risks of switching Exeggutor in against attacks like Tauros's Body Slam.

[SET]
name: Bulky Sleeper
move 1: Sleep Powder
move 2: Stun Spore
move 3: Psychic
move 4: Explosion

[SET COMMENTS]
Set Description
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Sleep Powder allows Exeggutor to disable a foe for a large portion of the game, creating opportunities for its teammates, particularly the tier king Mewtwo. Stun Spore allows Exeggutor and slower teammates to make more progress against faster foes such as Mew, Tauros, and Zapdos. Psychic hits Pokemon like Tauros, Rhydon, and Snorlax for very ("very solid" sounds a bit off in the given situation) solid damage, which can quickly turn into 2HKOs or 3HKOs with Special drops. Explosion makes sure Exeggutor will be useful at every stage of the game, always applying immense pressure even if Exeggutor is at low HP or paralyzed. Explosion can be used to remove Chansey and Alakazam (remove comma) and deal heavy damage to Mewtwo, allowing a teammate to come in and revenge kill.

Exeggutor should be paired with teammates that appreciate the status it spreads. Setup sweepers like Amnesia Mewtwo, Amnesia Slowbro, and Swords Dance Mew can take full advantage of a sleeping foe. Slow, powerful attackers such as Rhydon, Snorlax, Golem, Slowbro, and, to some extent, Articuno enjoy having faster foes paralyzed by Stun Spore. Rhydon, (add comma) in particular, (add comma) greatly appreciates having its foes paralyzed, as this can sometimes allow it to use Substitute for free. Exeggutor can also paralyze and use Explosion against Mewtwo, opening an easy path for a teammate such as Snorlax or Tauros to KO it. This will make it much easier for your own Mewtwo to sweep with Amnesia later on. Zapdos is a particularly good teammate with Exeggutor, (add comma) which handles Rhydon very well and induces sleep uncontested. Note that Exeggutor's generally good matchup against Rhydon is no longer safe after taking two Rock Slides while switching in.

Exeggutor makes a decent lead because it can consistently put a foe to sleep on turn 1. Lead Exeggutor has a particularly good matchup against lead Tauros, as it can tank any hit from Tauros and easily put it to sleep. Against lead Gengar, Exeggutor can be used as sleep fodder; and against lead Jynx, it can simply use Explosion to remove it so long as Jynx misses Lovely Kiss. However, sacrificing Exeggutor too early could cause troubles later in the game when Mewtwo or another threat may need checking. Lead Exeggutor also has a poor matchup against other sleep leads. When using Exeggutor, it is important to not mindlessly use Thunder Wave or Stun Spore early game, as skilled opponents will switch in their Exeggutor check to absorb the paralysis, creating a sleep blocker. Exeggutor's lack of recovery means it should be on the lookout for safe ways to switch in, such as against the various users of Rest and Recover on the turns they heal. Such users include Snorlax, Mewtwo, and Alakazam. Exeggutor can also switch in against moves it resists, such as Psychic and Rhydon's and Tauros's Earthquake. Exeggutor should always be looking for opportunities to safely use Explosion (remove comma) and scouting for anything that could prevent it from doing so. Experienced players will be able to predict Explosion the majority of the time and will switch in their Rock-type, Gengar, or other fodder to absorb it. If Exeggutor faints before use using Explosion, much of its utility and potential momentum is wasted. This mandates scouting for Ice Beam or Blizzard on opposing Mewtwo.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
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Stun Spore can be replaced by any of the following a number of options. Double-Edge can damage Psychic-types like Jynx and Alakazam more reliably. However, Double-Edge's recoil causes Exeggutor to be chipped down even faster, meaning it will likely use Explosion earlier than desired. Mega Drain is an option to 2HKO Rhydon and Golem while also healing Exeggutor a little bit. However, Exeggutor already has a favorable matchup against the two, and Psychic is usually sufficient to handle them. Mega Drain also makes Exeggutor a good Starmie check, especially if Starmie lacks Blizzard. Even if Starmie uses Blizzard, Mega Drain can stop a paralyzed Starmie from absorbing Sleep Powder (remove comma) and will also prevent prevents Starmie from staying in after it is put to sleep. Hyper Beam is useful for certain ranges where foes might take another Psychic but aren't worth using Explosion on. However, using Hyper Beam requires good prediction and calculations, as failing to KO will result in Exeggutor being forced out or revenge killed. Rest may seem good to provide Exeggutor with semi-reliable recovery; however, it is very easy to pressure a sleeping Exeggutor with strong attacks, and finding opportunities to wake up is a difficult prospect. Being asleep also makes it more likely that Exeggutor will faint before it has a chance to use Explosion. Furthermore, a sleeping Exeggutor is a prime opportunity for setup sweepers such as Mewtwo and Slowbro to come in and wreak havoc.

Checks and Counters
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**Ice-type attacks**: Exeggutor's weakness to Ice means it is afraid of the common moves like Ice Beam and Blizzard, including especially STAB Blizzard from Jynx, Articuno, Lapras, and Cloyster, as well as coverage moves on from Chansey, Mewtwo, and Starmie. Any of these Pokemon can force Exeggutor to switch out or take massive damage. Notably, any critical hit STAB Blizzard will OHKO Exeggutor.

**Psychic-types**: Exeggutor's lack of coverage options means it often cannot do much to Psychic-types after it has statused them. Against Alakazam, Slowbro, Jynx, Mew, Mewtwo, or opposing Exeggutor, Exeggutor will be forced to switch out or use Explosion earlier than it would like to. Alakazam also has Seismic Toss to quickly rack up damage, and this damage which usually cannot be recovered. Moreover, these Pokemon make fantastic sleep blockers if they are paralyzed.

**Pressure**: Because it uses its great bulk to switch in often, Exeggutor is very prone to getting worn down by chip damage to the point where it can no longer switch in. Exeggutor's low Speed compounds this issue, as it will usually be forced to take two hits before it can attack whenever it switches in.

**Ice Beam Mewtwo**: Mewtwo carrying Ice Beam or Blizzard can lure in Exeggutor expecting to check it, only to be OHKOed by +4 Ice Beam or +2 Blizzard and OHKO it with +4 Ice Beam or +2 Blizzard. For this reason, scouting Mewtwo's set beforehand is very important.

**Chansey**: Chansey reliably switches into Exeggutor and threatens it in a variety of ways in return. However, Chansey is likely to be OHKOed by Explosion (remove comma) and also really does not want to be put to sleep.

**Zapdos**: Zapdos outspeeds Exeggutor and can outright OHKO with a critical hit from Drill Peck. However, Zapdos hates being statused, (add comma) and takes sizable damage from Psychic, so it cannot switch in safely.



[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[LTG, 473639]]
- Quality checked by: [[Ctown6, 509438], [Oiseau Bleu, 431020]]
- Grammar checked by: [[CryoGyro, 331519], [dex, 277988]]

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