First attempt by a noob

[Sebastian Fernandez]

Hi,

I have been lurking here trying to learn about competitive battles. I am new to pokemon, so I have a long way to go. I am putting together my first team (in-game). I already dittos with natures and IVs ready to start breeding, but before going through the process thought I would ask for advice here. I am sure there are many holes in my team, so appreciate the help. Here it is:

This is my lead, he is very resilient and has nice attack. If my opponent is forced to switch I will go to Ferrothorn to add entry hazards.

Aegislash @ Spooky Plate Weakness Policy
Ability: Stance Change
Adamant
252 HP / 4 Att / 252 Sp Att 252 HP / 252 Attack / 4 Spe
King's Shield
Iron Head
Sacred Sword
Shadow Sneak

Special Attacker with nice coverage. Especially nice to use against attacking threats like Lucario.

Alakazam @ Focus Sash
Ability: Magic Guard
Timid
4 HP / 252 Sp Att / 252 Spe
Psyshock
Focus Blast
Hidden Power (Ice)
Shadow Ball Dazzling Gleam

I am playing in-game, and I wasn't aware Blaziken was banned in the meta game. Since I am putting together the team at this time, I am willing to change it. Any recommendations on a pokemon that can fulfill this role of FAST physical attacker, especially using fire, and electiric would be nice too.

Blaziken @ Life Orb
Ability: Speed Boost
Adamant Jolly
4 HP / 252 Att / 252 Spe
Swords Dance
Hi Jump Kick
Thunderpunch Shadow Claw (Thunder Punch not available for Blaziken in xy)
Flare Blitz

After rethinking the team and also having to modify a few things based on moves not available in the game for now, I decided to remove Absol and bring in Mega Blastoise instead. The turtle balances the team nicely and acts as a nice blend of wall and special attacker, covering various types. I included Mirror Coat as a move for special match-ups. I have Donphan with Rapid spin, would it still be useful to have Blastoise with Rapid Spin too?

Absol @ Absolite
Ability: Justified
Naive
252 Att / 4 Sp Att / 252 Spe
Protect
Sucker Punch
Ice Beam
Play Rough

Blastoise @ Blastoiseinite
Ability: Mega Launcher
Modest
252 HP / 252 SP Att / 4 Spe
Water Pulse
Dark Pulse
Ice Beam
Mirror Coat

This is my spinner and one of my walls. Sadly, I noticed that in xy he can't get Stealth Rock or Seed Bomb. This gave me pause as to whether I should replace it, but I think the moves I included may work.

Donphan @ Lum Berry
Ability: Sturdy
Impish
252 HP / 252 Def / 4 Spe
Rapid Spin
Earthquake
Stealth Rock Ancient Power
Seed Bomb Stone Edge

This one is a great wall. I can set entry hazards with Spikes and can handle Trick Room.

Ferrothorn @ Leftovers
Ability: Iron Barbs
Relaxed
252 HP / 48 Def / 208 Sp Def
Spikes
Leech Seed
Power Whip
Gyro Ball


Sorry if I am missing any info I should include and thanks again for the help.

 

[Hiiyapow]

Aegislash should have 252 atk and 252 spd i think. NOT special atk. I am a n00b so dont go off my word but i want u to know ur not the only newbie pu there:)

 

[ouchalargerock]

You should try to include how and what you use your Pokemon for, any big concerns, or things you would like us to change. As I don't have any of those, don't take what I am saying without reservation, think about what makes your team your team, and keep it that way.

Anyways, there are a few things you should change, as you are aware.

Aegislash: You have a Special EV set, but you are running a Physical set. That is an issue. Also, you need to get rid of the Shadow Plate in place of Leftovers or a Weakness Policy

Alakazam: Alakazam @ Focus Sash
Ability: Magic Guard
Timid
4 HP / 252 Sp Att / 252 Spe
Psyshock
Focus Blast
Hidden Power (Ice)
Shadow Ball

Pretty close to what I run, actually. I would consider replacing Shadow Ball with Dazzling Gleam for more coverage. Other than that, this is good to go.

Blaziken: This guy is BANNED FROM OU. So, if you were planning on using him, you can't in the Smogon Meta, but in game you can, despite him being horribly overpowered. The Set is fine though.

Absol: I'm sorry, I just don't like this set. What are the reasons for the moveset? Anyways, I feel a Physical Sweeper set would better with this team, especially if you are using a Special Aegislash

Absol @ Absolite
Ability: Huge Luck
Jolly
4 HP/252 Atk/252 Speed
Swords Dance
Play Rough
Sucker Punch
Psycho Cut

Those are the only suggestions I have, and I will be glad to come back and helps some more the the OP is updated.

 

[Sebastian Fernandez]

Thank you so much for all the comments. Sorry for the delay in replying, but I had to sit down and spend some time thinking through the ramifications of the changes I wanted to make. I went back and made a lot of changes to my team. Since I am not experienced, there are probably flaws in the reasons for using certain pokemon, so I'd appreciate any insights on that too.

 

[Reymedy]

Hello.
Your descriptions are too short to fit the RMT rules requirements.
I encourage you to PM me an updated version of this team with beefed up descriptions, and since you're new, to join the Mentor Program. I'll be unlocking this thread after that.

Have a nice day.