RU Gligar

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Overview
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Gligar finds a nice spot in RU as one of the premier entry hazard removers and physical walls. This is because of its immunity to Spikes and Toxic Spikes and neutrality to Stealth Rock, which allow it to come in and remove hazards with ease with Defog. It also has a great defensive typing that, when backed by Eviolite and Roost, makes Gligar very hard to take down. Gligar is also one of the best answers to Pokemon such as Hitmonlee, Rhyperior, and Escavalier in the tier, as it walls their standard sets. Unfortunately for Gligar, it has a low base Attack stat, meaning it's often setup fodder for the likes of Calm Mind Cresselia and Bulk Up Braviary. Its defensive typing also gives it weaknesses to common Water- and Ice-type attacks, and when combined with its average special bulk, leaves it weak to a good amount of the special attackers in the tier. It's also not very hard to wear Gligar down, as even with its entry hazard resistances, it lacks the ability to heal through Leftovers. Finally, Gligar suffers from four-moveslot syndrome, as it really wants to run Defog, Stealth Rock, Roost, Earthquake, U-turn, Toxic, and Knock Off all on the same set.

Physically Defensive
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name: Physically Defensive
move 1: Defog
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Roost
move 4: Toxic / Knock Off / U-turn
ability: Hyper Cutter
item: Eviolite
evs: 248 HP / 252 Def / 8 SpD
nature: Impish

Moves
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Defog is used in the first slot as it is a great support move that allows Gligar to remove hazards for its team with ease. Earthquake allows Gligar to do decent damage to the opponent and makes sure it's not complete Taunt bait. Roost is used in the third slot for reliable recovery, something necessary for a defensive Pokemon lacking Leftovers such as Gligar. Toxic is an option for the fourth slot on a more defensive team, as it allows Gligar to rack up residual damage nicely. Knock Off is another helpful option, however, for crippling Pokemon such as Doublade, Golbat, and opposing Gligar. It should be noted, however, that using Knock Off will weaken a teammate's Knock Off should it decide to Knock Off the same Pokemon. U-turn can also be used to help Gligar gain momentum for more balanced teams. Stealth Rock, while not on the set, is another option for the fourth slot, as Gligar can remove hazards and then immediately set up its own again.

Set Details
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The EV spread with an Impish nature provides as much physical bulk as possible while minimizing hazard damage, making Gligar hard to take down. Eviolite is used to further boost Gligar's physical bulk while also increasing its special bulk by a fair amount. Hyper Cutter, while utterly outclassed by Immunity as an ability, is unfortunately the only ability legal with Defog, making it the only option for an ability.

Usage Tips
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Gligar is a pretty easy Pokemon to use, as its job is quite simple. Switch it into something it can wall, use one of its support options or attack, and switch it out once your opponent has brought in a Pokemon that threatens Gligar. It's important to keep Gligar as healthy as possible at all times, as it can find itself getting worn down quite easily without Leftovers. While Knock Off does cripple Gligar, it's usually fine to let Pokemon such as Hitmonlee Knock Off its Eviolite, as Gligar will still wall Hitmonlee. However, this does not mean that Gligar should or can be switched into Knock Off at random.

Team Options
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Specially defensive Drapion can phaze setup sweepers with Whirlwind, spread Toxic Spikes to cripple counters, and stop Calm Mind users with Taunt + Knock Off. making it a great teammate. Specially defensive Aromatisse can also cure status for Gligar. Amoonguss can deal with Electric-types that tend to carry coverage moves that hit Gligar super effectively, while Bronzong can set up Stealth Rock and help spread status. Gligar is a great counter to Fighting-types, meaning Rhyperior, Registeel, and Lickilicky appreciate it's ability to wall them. Pokemon that can reliably take Ice- and Water-type attacks for Gligar such as Slowking and Jellicent make for helpful partners. Pokemon that appreciate Defog support such as Fletchinder, Moltres, and Yanmega appreciate Gligar's ability to remove hazards. Gligar hates Knock Off, making Cobalion a helpful partner as it can absorb Knock Off relatively well and benefit from it thanks to Justified.

Other Options
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Stone Edge can be used for hitting Flying-types, though it's generally not very powerful, and most Flying-types can Roost off the damage. Acrobatics is an option for hitting Virizion that is decently powerful if Gligar loses its Eviolite, but does nothing outside of this. As Gligar can take on most physical attackers, Counter can be used to catch these Pokemon off-guard, though the moves on the set are usually better. If you're not using Defog for whatever reason, Immunity is a great ability to stop Toxic, though Defog is the main reason to use Gligar in the first place. Tailwind is an interesting option on more balanced teams, speeding up powerful attackers. However, it only lasts for three turns and is usually outclassed by the options on the set. Finally, Baton Pass in conjunction with Swords Dance or Agility can be used, though Smash Pass Gorebyss and Combusken are usually better Baton Pass users.

Checks & Counters
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**Setup Sweepers**: Setup sweepers such as Calm Mind Cresselia, Shell Smash Gorebyss, Bulk Up Braviary, and Hone Claws Durant have no trouble using Gligar as setup fodder due to its weak Attack stat. However, Toxic can wear some of these threats down.

**Mega Abomasnow**: Mega Abomasnow can switch into Earthquake with ease and threatens Gligar with its STAB Blizzard. Hail damage from Snow Warning is also very annoying for the latter.

**Water-types**: Water-types such as Clawitzer, Jellicent, Gastrodon, Slowking, and Samurott all have no trouble taking Gligar out with a STAB Water-type attack. Knock Off and Toxic can potentially cripple them, however.

**Flying-types / Levitate**: Flying-types and Pokemon with Levitate such as Golbat, Rotom-C, and Cresselia take no damage from Earthquake and are only affected by Toxic and Knock Off.

**Powerful Special Attackers**: Pokemon such as Choice Specs Yanmega and Moltres have an easy time targeting Gligar's weaker Special Defense stat.

**Knock Off**: Knock Off from the likes of Drapion and Zoroark can cripple Gligar, though it can wall other Pokemon effectively even without its Eviolite.

**Braviary**: Braviary can switch in on Defog and receive a +2 Attack boost from Defiant. However, it needs Choice Band, Life Orb, or Bulk Up in order to break Gligar, as Gligar can otherwise simply stall Braviary out with Roost.
 
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I don't really like Defog and Stealth Rock on the same set. You should probably slash Stealth Rock after Defog and Immunity after Hyper cutter with U-Turn/Toxic/Knock Off in the last slot as Knock Off really helps Doublade as Knock Off + 2 Earthquake always kill while Earthquake alone is only a 4hko
 
galbia said:
I don't really like Defog and Stealth Rock on the same set. You should probably slash Stealth Rock after Defog and Immunity after Hyper cutter with U-Turn/Toxic/Knock Off in the last slot
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The reason why Gligar is such as good Defog user is because it CAN use SR and Defog on the same set. Being able to Defog away hazards and then immediately set yours up again is a really awesome thing. Plus, having a hazard setter + remover kills two birds with one stone.
 
I actually agree with the current moveset and slashes. Part of the reason to use Gligar is Defog anyway, other than checking some specific threats. Alternatively, you could use a spread of 248 HP / 252 Def / 8 SpD to minimize SR damage.
 
I just said what i think after extensive use but it will be a decision of the QC team i guess.
Anyway i'd mention somewhere that Gligar's special bulk, while not great, is still better than most physical wall (it can barely take a specs Boomburst from full, this is mostly trivia information as you should not stay in but not even mixed mola can) and it lets it wall stuff like mixed Zoroark nicely
 
If you are going to mention that its special bulk is "poor" it should be worded in regards to its typing not giving it many special resistances. Also, while I agree with Spirit's choice of moves for the last slot, I find Toxic more useful than Knock Off because Toxic is more for deterring things from setting up, something which Gligar has more of a need of stopping. Although you get to touch Bronzong you still do nothing to it really and it is going to Toxic you, which Gligar hates. It's also not as common as some things that dislike Toxic. So I would do Toxic / Knock Off / U-turn.

Drapion needs its item a lot more than Cobalion and doesn't really benefit from it unlike Cobalion, so I don't find that good of a Knock Off absorber.

Do this and what Spirit said and consider this...

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Overview
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Gligar finds a nice spot in RU as one of the premier hazard removers and physical walls. This is because ofmostly in part thanks to its immunity to Spikes and Toxic Spikes, as well as its neutrality to Stealth Rock, allowing it to come in and remove hazards with ease via Defog. It also has a great defensive typing which, when backed by Eviolite and Roost, makes Gligar very hard to take down. Gligar is also one of the best answers to Pokemon such as Hitmonlee, Rhyperior, and Escavalier in the tier, as it walls their standard sets. Unfortunately for Gligar, it has a low base Attack stat, meaning it's often set up fottdder for the likes of Calm Mind Cresselia and Bulk Up Braviary. It's defensive typing also leaves it weak to common Water- and Ice-type attacks, which combined with its average special bulk, leaves it weak to a good amount of the special attackers in the tier. It's also not very hard to wear Gligar down, even with its hazard resistances, as it lacks the ability to heal through Leftovers. Finally, Gligar suffers from 4MSS, as it really wants to run Defog, Stealth Rock, Roost, Earthquake, U-Turn, Toxic, and Knock Off all on the same set.

Physically Defensive
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name: Physically Defensive
move 1: Defog
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Roost
move 4: Toxic / Knock Off / U-Tturn
ability: Hyper Cutter
item: Eviolite
evs: 248 HP / 252 Def / 8 SpD
nature: Impish

Moves
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Defog is used in the first slot as it is a great support move that allows Gligar to remove hazards for its team with ease. Earthquake allows Gligar to do decent damage to the opponent, and makes sure it's not complete Taunt bait. Roost is used in the third slot for reliable recovery, something necessary for a defensive Pokemon lacking Leftovers like Gligar. Toxic is an option for the fourth slot on more defensive teams, as it allows Gligar to rack up residual damage nicely. Knock Off is another helpful option, however, for crippling Pokemon such as Doublade, Golbat, and opposing Gligar. It should be noted, however, that using Knock Off will weaken a teammate's Knock Off should it decided to Knock Off the same Pokemon. U-Tturn can also be used to help itGligar gain momentum for more balanced teams. Stealth Rock, while not on the set, is another option for the fourth slot, as Gligar can remove hazards and, then immediately set up its own again.

Set Details
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The EV spread with an Impish nature provides Gligar with as much physical bulk as possible, while minimizing hazard damage, making Gligar hard to take down. Eviolite is used to further boost Gligar's physical bulk while also increasing its special bulk by a fair amount. Hyper Cutter, while utterly outclassed by Immunity as an ability, is unfortunately the only ability legal with Defog, making it the only option.

Usage Tips
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Gligar's job is simple in the fact that, as it's a pretty mindless Pokemon to use. STry to switch it into something it can wall, use one of its support options / attack, and switch out once your opponent has brought in somethinga Pokemon that threatens Gligar. It's important to keep Gligar as healthy as possible at all times, as it can find itself getting worn down quite easily without Leftovers. While Knock Off does cripple Gligar, it's usually fine to let Pokemon such as Hitmonlee Knock Off it's Eviolite, as Gligar will still wall Hitmonlee regardless. However, this does not mean that Gligar should or can be switched into Knock Off at random.

Team Options
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Pokemon such as Specially Defensive Drapion can phaze setup sweepers with Whirlwind, spread Toxic Spikes to cripple counters, and stop Calm Mind users with Taunt + Knock Off. Specially Defensive Aromatisse can also cure status, such as Toxic, for Gligar. Amoonguss can deal with Electric-types whothat tend to carry coverage moves that hit Gligar super effectively, while Bronzong can set up Stealth Rock and help spread status. Gligar is a great counter to Fighting-types, meaning Rhyperior, Registeel, and Lickilicky appreciate Gligar's ability to wall them. Pokemon who can reliably take the Ice- and Water-type attacks for Gligar hates such as Slowking and Jellicent make for helpful partners. Pokemon who appreciate Defog support such as Fletchinder, Moltres, and Yanmega appreciate Gligar's ability to remove hazards. Gligar hates Knock Off, making Cobalion a helpful partners because it can absorb Knock Off relatively well for Gligar.

Other Options
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Stone Edge can be used for hitting Flying-types, though it's generally not very powerful, and most Flying-types can Roost off the damage. Acrobatics is an option for hitting Virizion, and is decently powerful if Gligar loses its Eviolite, but does nothing outside of this. As Gligar can take most physical attacks, Counter can be used to catch these Pokemon off-guard, though the option on the set are usually better. If you're not using Defog for, whateverich is not reasoncommended, Immunity is a great ability to stop Toxic, though Defog is the main reason to use Gligar in the first place. Tailwind is an interesting option on more balanced teams, helping speed up powerful attackers. I, however, it only last for three turns, however, and is usually outclassed by the options on the set. Finally, Baton Pass in conjunction with Swords Dance or Agility can be used, though Smash Pass Gorebyss and Combusken are usually better Baton Pass users.

Checks & Counters
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**Setup Sweepers**: Setup sweepers such as Calm Mind Cresselia, Shell Smash Gorebyss, Bulk Up Braviary, and Hone Claws Durant have no trouble using Gligar as setup fottdder due to its weak Attack stat. However, Toxic can wear some of these threats down should they get hit.

**Mega Abomasnow**: Mega Abomasnow can switch into Earthquake with ease and threatens Gligar with its STAB Blizzard. Hail damage from Snow Warning is also very annoying.

**Water-types**: Water-types such as Clawitzer, Jellicent, Gastrodon, Slowking, and Samurott all have no trouble taking Gligar out with a STAB Water-type attack. Knock Off and Toxic can potentially cripple them, however.

**Flying-types / Levitate**: Flying-types and Pokemon with Levitate such as Golbat, Rotom-C, and Cresselia take no damage from Earthquake and are only affected by Toxic and Knock Off.

**Powerful Special Attackers**: Pokemon such as Choice Specs Yanmega and Moltres have an easy time targeting Gligar's weaker Special Defense stat.

**Knock Off**: Knock Off from the likes of Drapion and Zoroark can cripple Gligar, though it can still wall other Pokemon effectively, even without its Eviolite.

**Braviary**: Braviary can switch in on Defog and receive a +2 Attack boost from Defiant. It needs Choice Band or Life Orb, however, to break Gligar, as without one of these items Gligar can simply Roost stall.

Overview
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Gligar finds a nice spot in RU as one of the premier hazard removers and physical walls. This is mostly in part thanks to its immunity to Spikes and Toxic Spikes, as well as its neutrality to Stealth Rock, allowing it to come in and remove hazards with ease via Defog. It also has a great defensive typing which, when backed by Eviolite and Roost, makes Gligar very hard to take down. Gligar is also one of the best answers to Pokemon such as Hitmonlee, Rhyperior, and Escavalier in the tier, as it walls their standard sets. Unfortunately for Gligar, it has a low base Attack stat, meaning it's often set up fodder for the likes of Calm Mind Cresselia and Bulk Up Braviary. It's defensive typing also leaves it weak to common Water- and Ice-type attacks, which combined with its average special bulk, leaves it weak to a good amount of the special attackers in the tier. It's also not very hard to wear Gligar down, even with its hazard resistances, as it lacks the ability to heal through Leftovers. Finally, Gligar suffers from 4MSS, as it really wants to run Defog, Stealth Rock, Roost, Earthquake, U-Turn, Toxic, and Knock Off all on the same set.

Physically Defensive
################
name: Physically Defensive
move 1: Defog
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Roost
move 4: Toxic / Knock Off / U-turn
ability: Hyper Cutter
item: Eviolite
evs: 248 HP / 252 Def / 8 SpD
nature: Impish

Moves
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Defog is used in the first slot as it is a great support move that allows Gligar to remove hazards for its team with ease. Earthquake allows Gligar to do decent damage to the opponent, and makes sure it's not complete Taunt bait. Roost is used in the third slot for reliable recovery, something necessary for a defensive Pokemon lacking Leftovers like Gligar. Toxic is an option for the fourth slot on more defensive teams, as it allows Gligar to rack up residual damage nicely. Knock Off is another helpful option, however, for crippling Pokemon such as Doublade, Golbat, and opposing Gligar. It should be noted, however, that using Knock Off will weaken a teammate's Knock Off should it decided to Knock Off the same Pokemon. U-turn can also be used to help Gligar gain momentum for more balanced teams. Stealth Rock, while not on the set, is another option for the fourth slot, as Gligar can remove hazards, then immediately set up its own again.

Set Details
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The EV spread with an Impish nature provides Gligar with as much physical bulk as possible, while minimizing hazard damage, making Gligar hard to take down. Eviolite is used to further boost Gligar's physical bulk while also increasing its special bulk by a fair amount. Hyper Cutter, while utterly outclassed by Immunity as an ability, is unfortunately the only ability legal with Defog, making it the only option.

Usage Tips
#########

Gligar's job is simple, as it's a pretty mindless Pokemon to use. Try to switch it into something it can wall, use one of its support options, and switch out once your opponent has brought in a Pokemon that threatens Gligar. It's important to keep Gligar as healthy as possible at all times, as it can find itself getting worn down quite easily without Leftovers. While Knock Off does cripple Gligar, it's usually fine to let Pokemon such as Hitmonlee Knock Off it's Eviolite, as Gligar will still wall Hitmonlee regardless. However, this does not mean that Gligar should or can be switched into Knock Off at random.

Team Options
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Pokemon such as Specially Defensive Drapion can phaze setup sweepers with Whirlwind, spread Toxic Spikes to cripple counters, and stop Calm Mind users with Taunt + Knock Off. Specially Defensive Aromatisse can cure status, such as Toxic, for Gligar. Amoonguss can deal with Electric-types that tend to carry coverage moves that hit Gligar super effectively, while Bronzong can set up Stealth Rock and help spread status. Gligar is a great counter to Fighting-types, meaning Rhyperior, Registeel, and Lickilicky appreciate Gligar's ability to wall them. Pokemon who can reliably take Ice- and Water-type attacks for Gligar such as Slowking and Jellicent make for helpful partners. Pokemon who appreciate Defog support such as Fletchinder, Moltres, and Yanmega appreciate Gligar's ability to remove hazards. Gligar hates Knock Off, making Cobalion a helpful partners because it can absorb Knock Off relatively well for Gligar.

Other Options
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Stone Edge can be used for hitting Flying-types, though it's generally not very powerful, and most Flying-types can Roost off the damage. Acrobatics is an option for hitting Virizion, and is decently powerful if Gligar loses its Eviolite, but does nothing outside of this. As Gligar can take most physical attacks, Counter can be used to catch these Pokemon off-guard, though the option on the set are usually better. If you're not using Defog, which is not recommended, Immunity is a great ability to stop Toxic, though Defog is the main reason to use Gligar in the first place. Tailwind is an interesting option on more balanced teams, helping speed up powerful attackers, however, it only last for three turns and is usually outclassed by the options on the set. Finally, Baton Pass in conjunction with Swords Dance or Agility can be used, though Smash Pass Gorebyss and Combusken are usually better Baton Pass users.

Checks & Counters
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**Setup Sweepers**: Setup sweepers such as Calm Mind Cresselia, Shell Smash Gorebyss, Bulk Up Braviary, and Hone Claws Durant have no trouble using Gligar as setup fodder due to its weak Attack stat. However, Toxic can wear some of these threats down should they get hit.

**Mega Abomasnow**: Mega Abomasnow can switch into Earthquake with ease and threatens Gligar with its STAB Blizzard. Hail damage from Snow Warning is also very annoying.

**Water-types**: Water-types such as Clawitzer, Jellicent, Gastrodon, Slowking, and Samurott all have no trouble taking Gligar out with a STAB Water-type attack. Knock Off and Toxic can potentially cripple them, however.

**Flying-types / Levitate**: Flying-types and Pokemon with Levitate such as Golbat, Rotom-C, and Cresselia take no damage from Earthquake and are only affected by Toxic and Knock Off.

**Powerful Special Attackers**: Pokemon such as Choice Specs Yanmega and Moltres have an easy time targeting Gligar's weaker Special Defense stat.

**Knock Off**: Knock Off from the likes of Drapion and Zoroark can cripple Gligar, though it can still wall other Pokemon effectively, even without its Eviolite.

**Braviary**: Braviary can switch in on Defog and receive a +2 Attack boost from Defiant. It needs Choice Band or Life Orb, however, to break Gligar, as without one of these items Gligar can simply Roost stall.
 
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Overview
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Gligar finds a nice spot in RU as one of the premier hazard removers and physical walls. This is because of its immunity to Spikes and Toxic Spikes, as well as its neutrality to Stealth Rock, which allowings it to come in and remove hazards with ease viawith Defog. It also has a great defensive typing which, when backed by Eviolite and Roost, makes Gligar very hard to take down. Gligar is also one of the best answers to Pokemon such as Hitmonlee, Rhyperior, and Escavalier in the tier, as it walls their standard sets. Unfortunately for Gligar, it has a low base Attack stat, meaning it's often setup fodder for the likes of Calm Mind Cresselia and Bulk Up Braviary. It's defensive typing also leaves it weak to common Water- and Ice-type attacks, and whichen combined with its average special bulk, leaves it weak to a good amount of the special attackers in the tier. It's also not very hard to wear Gligar down, as even with its hazard resistances, as it lacks the ability to heal through Leftovers. Finally, Gligar suffers from 4MSS, as it really wants to run Defog, Stealth Rock, Roost, Earthquake, U-Turn, Toxic, and Knock Off all on the same set.
Physically Defensive
################
name: Physically Defensive
move 1: Defog
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Roost
move 4: Toxic / Knock Off / U-turn
ability: Hyper Cutter
item: Eviolite
evs: 248 HP / 252 Def / 8 SpD
nature: Impish
Moves
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Defog is used in the first slot as it is a great support move that allows Gligar to remove hazards for its team with ease. Earthquake allows Gligar to do decent damage to the opponent, and makes sure it's not complete Taunt bait. Roost is used in the third slot for reliable recovery, something necessary for a defensive Pokemon lacking Leftovers likesuch as Gligar. Toxic is an option for the fourth slot on more defensive team, as it allows Gligar to rack up residual damage nicely. Knock Off is another helpful option, however, for crippling Pokemon such as Doublade, Golbat, and opposing Gligar. It should be noted, however, that using Knock Off will weaken a teammate's Knock Off should it decided to Knock Off the same Pokemon. U-turn can also be used to help Gligar gain momentum for more balanced teams. Stealth Rock, while not on the set, is another option for the fourth slot, as Gligar can remove hazards and then immediately set up its own again.
Set Details
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The EV spread with an Impish nature provides as much physical bulk as possible while minimizing hazard damage, making Gligar hard to take down. Eviolite is used to further boost Gligar's physical bulk while also increasing its special bulk by a fair amount. Hyper Cutter, while utterly outclassed by Immunity as an ability, is unfortunately the only ability legal with Defog, making it the only option for an ability.
Usage Tips
#########
Gligar's is a pretty mindless Pokemon to use, as it's job is quite simple. Switch it into something it can wall, use one of its support options or attack, and switch out once your opponent has brought in a Pokemon that threatens Gligar. It's important to keep Gligar as healthy as possible at all times, as it can find itself getting worn down quite easily without Leftovers. While Knock Off does cripple Gligar, it's usually fine to let Pokemon such as Hitmonlee Knock Off it's Eviolite, as Gligar will still wall Hitmonlee regardless. However, this does not mean that Gligar should or can be switched into Knock Off at random.
Team Options
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Pokemon such as Specially Defensive Drapion can phaze setup sweepers with Whirlwind, spread Toxic Spikes to cripple counters, and stop Calm Mind users with Taunt + Knock Off. Specially Defensive Aromatisse can also cure status for Gligar. Amoonguss can deal with Electric-types that tend to carry coverage moves that hit Gligar super effectively, while Bronzong can set up Stealth Rock and help spread status. Gligar is a great counter to Fighting-types, meaning Rhyperior, Registeel, and Lickilicky appreciate Gligar's ability to wall them. Pokemon who can reliably take Ice- and Water-type attacks for Gligar such as Slowking and Jellicent make for helpful partners. Pokemon who appreciate Defog support such as Fletchinder, Moltres, and Yanmega appreciate Gligar's ability to remove hazards. Gligar hates Knock Off, making Cobalion a helpful partners as it can absorb Knock Off relatively well for Gligar.
Other Options
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Stone Edge can be used for hitting Flying-types, though it's generally not very powerful, and most Flying-types can Roost off the damage. Acrobatics is an option for hitting Virizion, and is decently powerful if Gligar loses its Eviolite, but does nothing outside of this. As Gligar can take most physical attacks, Counter can be used to catch these Pokemon off-guard, though the optionmoves on the set are usually better. If you're not using Defog for whatever reason, Immunity is a great ability to stop Toxic, though Defog is the main reason to use Gligar in the first place. Tailwind is an interesting option on more balanced teams, helping to speed up powerful attackers. However, it only lasts for three turns and is usually outclassed by the options on the set. Finally, Baton Pass in conjunction with Swords Dance or Agility can be used, though Smash Pass Gorebyss and Combusken are usually better Baton Pass users.
Checks & Counters
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**Setup Sweepers**: Setup sweepers such as Calm Mind Cresselia, Shell Smash Gorebyss, Bulk Up Braviary, and Hone Claws Durant have no trouble using Gligar as setup fodder due to its weak Attack stat. However, Toxic can wear some of these threats down should they get hit.
**Mega Abomasnow**: Mega Abomasnow can switch into Earthquake with ease and threatens Gligar with its STAB Blizzard. Hail damage from Snow Warning is also very annoying.
**Water-types**: Water-types such as Clawitzer, Jellicent, Gastrodon, Slowking, and Samurott all have no trouble taking Gligar out with a STAB Water-type attack. Knock Off and Toxic can potentially cripple them, however.
**Flying-types / Levitate**: Flying-types and Pokemon with Levitate such as Golbat, Rotom-C, and Cresselia take no damage from Earthquake and are only affected by Toxic and Knock Off.
**Powerful Special Attacker**: Pokemon such as Choice Specs Yanmega and Moltres have an easy time targeting Gligar's weaker Special Defense stat.
**Knock Off**: Knock Off from the likes of Drapion and Zoroark can cripple Gligar, though it can still wall other Pokemon effectively, even without its Eviolite.
**Braviary**: Braviary can switch in on Defog and receive a +2 Attack boost from Defiant. However, it needs Choice Band, Life Orb, or Bulk Up in order to break Gligar, as without one of these things, Gligar can simply Roost stall Braviary.
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Overview
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Gligar finds a nice spot in RU as one of the premier hazard removers and physical walls. This is because of its immunity to Spikes and Toxic Spikes, as well as its neutrality to Stealth Rock, which allows it to come in and remove hazards with ease with Defog. It also has a great defensive typing which, when backed by Eviolite and Roost, makes Gligar very hard to take down. Gligar is also one of the best answers to Pokemon such as Hitmonlee, Rhyperior, and Escavalier in the tier, as it walls their standard sets. Unfortunately for Gligar, it has a low base Attack stat, meaning it's often setup fodder for the likes of Calm Mind Cresselia and Bulk Up Braviary. Its defensive typing also leaves it weak to common Water- and Ice-type attacks, and when combined with its average special bulk, leaves it weak to a good amount of the special attackers in the tier. It's also not very hard to wear Gligar down, as even with its hazard resistances, it lacks the ability to heal through Leftovers. Finally, Gligar suffers from 4MSS, as it really wants to run Defog, Stealth Rock, Roost, Earthquake, U-Turn, Toxic, and Knock Off all on the same set.
Physically Defensive
################
name: Physically Defensive
move 1: Defog
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Roost
move 4: Toxic / Knock Off / U-turn
ability: Hyper Cutter
item: Eviolite
evs: 248 HP / 252 Def / 8 SpD
nature: Impish
Moves
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Defog is used in the first slot as it is a great support move that allows Gligar to remove hazards for its team with ease. Earthquake allows Gligar to do decent damage to the opponent, and makes sure it's not complete Taunt bait. Roost is used in the third slot for reliable recovery, something necessary for a defensive Pokemon lacking Leftovers such as Gligar. Toxic is an option for the fourth slot on more defensive team, as it allows Gligar to rack up residual damage nicely. Knock Off is another helpful option, however, for crippling Pokemon such as Doublade, Golbat, and opposing Gligar. It should be noted, however, that using Knock Off will weaken a teammate's Knock Off should it decide to Knock Off the same Pokemon. U-turn can also be used to help Gligar gain momentum for more balanced teams. Stealth Rock, while not on the set, is another option for the fourth slot, as Gligar can remove hazards and then immediately set up its own again.
Set Details
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The EV spread with an Impish nature provides as much physical bulk as possible while minimizing hazard damage, making Gligar hard to take down. Eviolite is used to further boost Gligar's physical bulk while also increasing its special bulk by a fair amount. Hyper Cutter, while utterly outclassed by Immunity as an ability, is unfortunately the only ability legal with Defog, making it the only option for an ability.
Usage Tips
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Gligar is a pretty mindless Pokemon to use, as its job is quite simple. Switch it into something it can wall, use one of its support options or attack, and switch out once your opponent has brought in a Pokemon that threatens Gligar. It's important to keep Gligar as healthy as possible at all times, as it can find itself getting worn down quite easily without Leftovers. While Knock Off does cripple Gligar, it's usually fine to let Pokemon such as Hitmonlee Knock Off its Eviolite, as Gligar will still wall Hitmonlee. However, this does not mean that Gligar should or can be switched into Knock Off at random.
Team Options
###########
Pokemon such as Specially Defensive Drapion can phaze setup sweepers with Whirlwind, spread Toxic Spikes to cripple counters, and stop Calm Mind users with Taunt + Knock Off. Specially Defensive Aromatisse can also cure status for Gligar. Amoonguss can deal with Electric-types that tend to carry coverage moves that hit Gligar super effectively, while Bronzong can set up Stealth Rock and help spread status. Gligar is a great counter to Fighting-types, meaning Rhyperior, Registeel, and Lickilicky appreciate Gligar's ability to wall them. Pokemon who can reliably take Ice- and Water-type attacks for Gligar such as Slowking and Jellicent make for helpful partners. Pokemon who appreciate Defog support such as Fletchinder, Moltres, and Yanmega appreciate Gligar's ability to remove hazards. Gligar hates Knock Off, making Cobalion a helpful partner as it can absorb Knock Off relatively well for Gligar.
Other Options
###########
Stone Edge can be used for hitting Flying-types, though it's generally not very powerful, and most Flying-types can Roost off the damage. Acrobatics is an option for hitting Virizion, and is decently powerful if Gligar loses its Eviolite, but does nothing outside of this. As Gligar can take most physical attacks, Counter can be used to catch these Pokemon off-guard, though the moves on the set are usually better. If you're not using Defog for whatever reason, Immunity is a great ability to stop Toxic, though Defog is the main reason to use Gligar in the first place. Tailwind is an interesting option on more balanced teams, helping to speed up powerful attackers. However, it only lasts for three turns and is usually outclassed by the options on the set. Finally, Baton Pass in conjunction with Swords Dance or Agility can be used, though Smash Pass Gorebyss and Combusken are usually better Baton Pass users.
Checks & Counters
##############
**Setup Sweepers**: Setup sweepers such as Calm Mind Cresselia, Shell Smash Gorebyss, Bulk Up Braviary, and Hone Claws Durant have no trouble using Gligar as setup fodder due to its weak Attack stat. However, Toxic can wear some of these threats down should they get hit.
**Mega Abomasnow**: Mega Abomasnow can switch into Earthquake with ease and threatens Gligar with its STAB Blizzard. Hail damage from Snow Warning is also very annoying.
**Water-types**: Water-types such as Clawitzer, Jellicent, Gastrodon, Slowking, and Samurott all have no trouble taking Gligar out with a STAB Water-type attack. Knock Off and Toxic can potentially cripple them, however.
**Flying-types / Levitate**: Flying-types and Pokemon with Levitate such as Golbat, Rotom-C, and Cresselia take no damage from Earthquake and are only affected by Toxic and Knock Off.
**Powerful Special Attacker**: Pokemon such as Choice Specs Yanmega and Moltres have an easy time targeting Gligar's weaker Special Defense stat.
**Knock Off**: Knock Off from the likes of Drapion and Zoroark can cripple Gligar, though it can still wall other Pokemon effectively, even without its Eviolite.
**Braviary**: Braviary can switch in on Defog and receive a +2 Attack boost from Defiant. However, it needs Choice Band, Life Orb, or Bulk Up in order to break Gligar, as without one of these things, Gligar can simply Roost stall Braviary.
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Overview
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Gligar finds a nice spot in RU as one of the premier hazard removers and physical walls. This is because of its immunity to Spikes and Toxic Spikes, as well as its neutrality to Stealth Rock, which allowings it to come in and remove hazards with ease viawith Defog. It also has a great defensive typing which, when backed by Eviolite and Roost, makes Gligar very hard to take down. Gligar is also one of the best answers to Pokemon such as Hitmonlee, Rhyperior, and Escavalier in the tier, as it walls their standard sets. Unfortunately for Gligar, it has a low base Attack stat, meaning it's often setup fodder for the likes of Calm Mind Cresselia and Bulk Up Braviary. It's defensive typing also leaves it weak to common Water- and Ice-type attacks, and whichen combined with its average special bulk, leaves it weak to a good amount of the special attackers in the tier. It's also not very hard to wear Gligar down, as even with its hazard resistances, as it lacks the ability to heal through Leftovers. Finally, Gligar suffers from 4MSS, as it really wants to run Defog, Stealth Rock, Roost, Earthquake, U-Turn, Toxic, and Knock Off all on the same set.
Physically Defensive
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name: Physically Defensive
move 1: Defog
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Roost
move 4: Toxic / Knock Off / U-turn
ability: Hyper Cutter
item: Eviolite
evs: 248 HP / 252 Def / 8 SpD
nature: Impish
Moves
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Defog is used in the first slot as it is a great support move that allows Gligar to remove hazards for its team with ease. Earthquake allows Gligar to do decent damage to the opponent, and makes sure it's not complete Taunt bait. Roost is used in the third slot for reliable recovery, something necessary for a defensive Pokemon lacking Leftovers likesuch as Gligar. Toxic is an option for the fourth slot on more defensive team, as it allows Gligar to rack up residual damage nicely. Knock Off is another helpful option, however, for crippling Pokemon such as Doublade, Golbat, and opposing Gligar. It should be noted, however, that using Knock Off will weaken a teammate's Knock Off should it decided to Knock Off the same Pokemon. U-turn can also be used to help Gligar gain momentum for more balanced teams. Stealth Rock, while not on the set, is another option for the fourth slot, as Gligar can remove hazards and then immediately set up its own again.
Set Details
##########
The EV spread with an Impish nature provides as much physical bulk as possible while minimizing hazard damage, making Gligar hard to take down. Eviolite is used to further boost Gligar's physical bulk while also increasing its special bulk by a fair amount. Hyper Cutter, while utterly outclassed by Immunity as an ability, is unfortunately the only ability legal with Defog, making it the only option for an ability.
Usage Tips
#########
Gligar's is a pretty mindless Pokemon to use, as it's job is quite simple. Switch it into something it can wall, use one of its support options or attack, and switch out once your opponent has brought in a Pokemon that threatens Gligar. It's important to keep Gligar as healthy as possible at all times, as it can find itself getting worn down quite easily without Leftovers. While Knock Off does cripple Gligar, it's usually fine to let Pokemon such as Hitmonlee Knock Off it's Eviolite, as Gligar will still wall Hitmonlee regardless. However, this does not mean that Gligar should or can be switched into Knock Off at random.
Team Options
###########
Pokemon such as Specially Defensive Drapion can phaze setup sweepers with Whirlwind, spread Toxic Spikes to cripple counters, and stop Calm Mind users with Taunt + Knock Off. Specially Defensive Aromatisse can also cure status for Gligar. Amoonguss can deal with Electric-types that tend to carry coverage moves that hit Gligar super effectively, while Bronzong can set up Stealth Rock and help spread status. Gligar is a great counter to Fighting-types, meaning Rhyperior, Registeel, and Lickilicky appreciate Gligar's ability to wall them. Pokemon who can reliably take Ice- and Water-type attacks for Gligar such as Slowking and Jellicent make for helpful partners. Pokemon who appreciate Defog support such as Fletchinder, Moltres, and Yanmega appreciate Gligar's ability to remove hazards. Gligar hates Knock Off, making Cobalion a helpful partners as it can absorb Knock Off relatively well for Gligar.
Other Options
###########
Stone Edge can be used for hitting Flying-types, though it's generally not very powerful, and most Flying-types can Roost off the damage. Acrobatics is an option for hitting Virizion, and is decently powerful if Gligar loses its Eviolite, but does nothing outside of this. As Gligar can take most physical attacks, Counter can be used to catch these Pokemon off-guard, though the optionmoves on the set are usually better. If you're not using Defog for whatever reason, Immunity is a great ability to stop Toxic, though Defog is the main reason to use Gligar in the first place. Tailwind is an interesting option on more balanced teams, helping to speed up powerful attackers. However, it only lasts for three turns and is usually outclassed by the options on the set. Finally, Baton Pass in conjunction with Swords Dance or Agility can be used, though Smash Pass Gorebyss and Combusken are usually better Baton Pass users.
Checks & Counters
##############
**Setup Sweepers**: Setup sweepers such as Calm Mind Cresselia, Shell Smash Gorebyss, Bulk Up Braviary, and Hone Claws Durant have no trouble using Gligar as setup fodder due to its weak Attack stat. However, Toxic can wear some of these threats down should they get hit.
**Mega Abomasnow**: Mega Abomasnow can switch into Earthquake with ease and threatens Gligar with its STAB Blizzard. Hail damage from Snow Warning is also very annoying.
**Water-types**: Water-types such as Clawitzer, Jellicent, Gastrodon, Slowking, and Samurott all have no trouble taking Gligar out with a STAB Water-type attack. Knock Off and Toxic can potentially cripple them, however.
**Flying-types / Levitate**: Flying-types and Pokemon with Levitate such as Golbat, Rotom-C, and Cresselia take no damage from Earthquake and are only affected by Toxic and Knock Off.
**Powerful Special Attacker**: Pokemon such as Choice Specs Yanmega and Moltres have an easy time targeting Gligar's weaker Special Defense stat.
**Knock Off**: Knock Off from the likes of Drapion and Zoroark can cripple Gligar, though it can still wall other Pokemon effectively, even without its Eviolite.
**Braviary**: Braviary can switch in on Defog and receive a +2 Attack boost from Defiant. However, it needs Choice Band, Life Orb, or Bulk Up in order to break Gligar, as without one of these things, Gligar can simply Roost stall Braviary.
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Overview
#########
Gligar finds a nice spot in RU as one of the premier hazard removers and physical walls. This is because of its immunity to Spikes and Toxic Spikes, as well as its neutrality to Stealth Rock, which allows it to come in and remove hazards with ease with Defog. It also has a great defensive typing which, when backed by Eviolite and Roost, makes Gligar very hard to take down. Gligar is also one of the best answers to Pokemon such as Hitmonlee, Rhyperior, and Escavalier in the tier, as it walls their standard sets. Unfortunately for Gligar, it has a low base Attack stat, meaning it's often setup fodder for the likes of Calm Mind Cresselia and Bulk Up Braviary. Its defensive typing also leaves it weak to common Water- and Ice-type attacks, and when combined with its average special bulk, leaves it weak to a good amount of the special attackers in the tier. It's also not very hard to wear Gligar down, as even with its hazard resistances, it lacks the ability to heal through Leftovers. Finally, Gligar suffers from 4MSS, as it really wants to run Defog, Stealth Rock, Roost, Earthquake, U-Turn, Toxic, and Knock Off all on the same set.
Physically Defensive
################
name: Physically Defensive
move 1: Defog
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Roost
move 4: Toxic / Knock Off / U-turn
ability: Hyper Cutter
item: Eviolite
evs: 248 HP / 252 Def / 8 SpD
nature: Impish
Moves
########
Defog is used in the first slot as it is a great support move that allows Gligar to remove hazards for its team with ease. Earthquake allows Gligar to do decent damage to the opponent, and makes sure it's not complete Taunt bait. Roost is used in the third slot for reliable recovery, something necessary for a defensive Pokemon lacking Leftovers such as Gligar. Toxic is an option for the fourth slot on more defensive team, as it allows Gligar to rack up residual damage nicely. Knock Off is another helpful option, however, for crippling Pokemon such as Doublade, Golbat, and opposing Gligar. It should be noted, however, that using Knock Off will weaken a teammate's Knock Off should it decide to Knock Off the same Pokemon. U-turn can also be used to help Gligar gain momentum for more balanced teams. Stealth Rock, while not on the set, is another option for the fourth slot, as Gligar can remove hazards and then immediately set up its own again.
Set Details
##########
The EV spread with an Impish nature provides as much physical bulk as possible while minimizing hazard damage, making Gligar hard to take down. Eviolite is used to further boost Gligar's physical bulk while also increasing its special bulk by a fair amount. Hyper Cutter, while utterly outclassed by Immunity as an ability, is unfortunately the only ability legal with Defog, making it the only option for an ability.
Usage Tips
#########
Gligar is a pretty mindless Pokemon to use, as its job is quite simple. Switch it into something it can wall, use one of its support options or attack, and switch out once your opponent has brought in a Pokemon that threatens Gligar. It's important to keep Gligar as healthy as possible at all times, as it can find itself getting worn down quite easily without Leftovers. While Knock Off does cripple Gligar, it's usually fine to let Pokemon such as Hitmonlee Knock Off its Eviolite, as Gligar will still wall Hitmonlee. However, this does not mean that Gligar should or can be switched into Knock Off at random.
Team Options
###########
Pokemon such as Specially Defensive Drapion can phaze setup sweepers with Whirlwind, spread Toxic Spikes to cripple counters, and stop Calm Mind users with Taunt + Knock Off. Specially Defensive Aromatisse can also cure status for Gligar. Amoonguss can deal with Electric-types that tend to carry coverage moves that hit Gligar super effectively, while Bronzong can set up Stealth Rock and help spread status. Gligar is a great counter to Fighting-types, meaning Rhyperior, Registeel, and Lickilicky appreciate Gligar's ability to wall them. Pokemon who can reliably take Ice- and Water-type attacks for Gligar such as Slowking and Jellicent make for helpful partners. Pokemon who appreciate Defog support such as Fletchinder, Moltres, and Yanmega appreciate Gligar's ability to remove hazards. Gligar hates Knock Off, making Cobalion a helpful partner as it can absorb Knock Off relatively well for Gligar.
Other Options
###########
Stone Edge can be used for hitting Flying-types, though it's generally not very powerful, and most Flying-types can Roost off the damage. Acrobatics is an option for hitting Virizion, and is decently powerful if Gligar loses its Eviolite, but does nothing outside of this. As Gligar can take most physical attacks, Counter can be used to catch these Pokemon off-guard, though the moves on the set are usually better. If you're not using Defog for whatever reason, Immunity is a great ability to stop Toxic, though Defog is the main reason to use Gligar in the first place. Tailwind is an interesting option on more balanced teams, helping to speed up powerful attackers. However, it only lasts for three turns and is usually outclassed by the options on the set. Finally, Baton Pass in conjunction with Swords Dance or Agility can be used, though Smash Pass Gorebyss and Combusken are usually better Baton Pass users.
Checks & Counters
##############
**Setup Sweepers**: Setup sweepers such as Calm Mind Cresselia, Shell Smash Gorebyss, Bulk Up Braviary, and Hone Claws Durant have no trouble using Gligar as setup fodder due to its weak Attack stat. However, Toxic can wear some of these threats down should they get hit.
**Mega Abomasnow**: Mega Abomasnow can switch into Earthquake with ease and threatens Gligar with its STAB Blizzard. Hail damage from Snow Warning is also very annoying.
**Water-types**: Water-types such as Clawitzer, Jellicent, Gastrodon, Slowking, and Samurott all have no trouble taking Gligar out with a STAB Water-type attack. Knock Off and Toxic can potentially cripple them, however.
**Flying-types / Levitate**: Flying-types and Pokemon with Levitate such as Golbat, Rotom-C, and Cresselia take no damage from Earthquake and are only affected by Toxic and Knock Off.
**Powerful Special Attacker**: Pokemon such as Choice Specs Yanmega and Moltres have an easy time targeting Gligar's weaker Special Defense stat.
**Knock Off**: Knock Off from the likes of Drapion and Zoroark can cripple Gligar, though it can still wall other Pokemon effectively, even without its Eviolite.
**Braviary**: Braviary can switch in on Defog and receive a +2 Attack boost from Defiant. However, it needs Choice Band, Life Orb, or Bulk Up in order to break Gligar, as without one of these things, Gligar can simply Roost stall Braviary.
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Overview
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Gligar finds a nice spot in RU as one of the premier entry hazard removers and physical walls. This is because of its immunity to Spikes and Toxic Spikes, as well as its and neutrality to Stealth Rock, which allow it to come in and remove hazards with ease with Defog. It also has a great defensive typing which that, when backed by Eviolite and Roost, makes Gligar very hard to take down. Gligar is also one of the best answers to Pokemon such as Hitmonlee, Rhyperior, and Escavalier in the tier, as it walls their standard sets. Unfortunately for Gligar, it has a low base Attack stat, meaning it's often setup fodder for the likes of Calm Mind Cresselia and Bulk Up Braviary. Its defensive typing also leaves it weak to gives it weaknesses to common Water- and Ice-type attacks, and when combined with its average special bulk, leaves it weak to a good amount of the special attackers in the tier. It's also not very hard to wear Gligar down, as even with its entry hazard resistances, it lacks the ability to heal through Leftovers. Finally, Gligar suffers from 4MSS four-moveslot syndrome, as it really wants to run Defog, Stealth Rock, Roost, Earthquake, U-turn, Toxic, and Knock Off all on the same set.

Physically Defensive
################
name: Physically Defensive
move 1: Defog
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Roost
move 4: Toxic / Knock Off / U-turn
ability: Hyper Cutter
item: Eviolite
evs: 248 HP / 252 Def / 8 SpD
nature: Impish

Moves
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Defog is used in the first slot as it is a great support move that allows Gligar to remove hazards for its team with ease. Earthquake allows Gligar to do decent damage to the opponent, (remove comma) and makes sure it's not complete Taunt bait. Roost is used in the third slot for reliable recovery, something necessary for a defensive Pokemon lacking Leftovers such as Gligar. Toxic is an option for the fourth slot on a more defensive team, as it allows Gligar to rack up residual damage nicely. Knock Off is another helpful option, however, for crippling Pokemon such as Doublade, Golbat, and opposing Gligar. It should be noted, however, that using Knock Off will weaken a teammate's Knock Off should it decide to Knock Off the same Pokemon. U-turn can also be used to help Gligar gain momentum for more balanced teams. Stealth Rock, while not on the set, is another option for the fourth slot, as Gligar can remove hazards and then immediately set up its own again.

Set Details
##########

The EV spread with an Impish nature provides as much physical bulk as possible while minimizing hazard damage, making Gligar hard to take down. Eviolite is used to further boost Gligar's physical bulk while also increasing its special bulk by a fair amount. Hyper Cutter, while utterly outclassed by Immunity as an ability, is unfortunately the only ability legal with Defog, making it the only option for an ability.

Usage Tips
#########

Gligar is a pretty easy Pokemon to use, as its job is quite simple. Switch it into something it can wall, use one of its support options or attack, and switch it out once your opponent has brought in a Pokemon that threatens Gligar. It's important to keep Gligar as healthy as possible at all times, as it can find itself getting worn down quite easily without Leftovers. While Knock Off does cripple Gligar, it's usually fine to let Pokemon such as Hitmonlee Knock Off its Eviolite, as Gligar will still wall Hitmonlee. However, this does not mean that Gligar should or can be switched into Knock Off at random.

Team Options
###########

Pokemon such as Specially defensive Drapion can phaze setup sweepers with Whirlwind, spread Toxic Spikes to cripple counters, and stop Calm Mind users with Taunt + Knock Off, making it a great teammate. Specially defensive Aromatisse can also cure status for Gligar. Amoonguss can deal with Electric-types that tend to carry coverage moves that hit Gligar super effectively, while Bronzong can set up Stealth Rock and help spread status. Gligar is a great counter to Fighting-types, meaning Rhyperior, Registeel, and Lickilicky appreciate Gligar's its ability to wall them. Pokemon who that can reliably take Ice- and Water-type attacks for Gligar such as Slowking and Jellicent make for helpful partners. Pokemon who that appreciate Defog support, (add comma) such as Fletchinder, Moltres, and Yanmega, (add comma) appreciate Gligar's ability to remove hazards. Gligar hates Knock Off, making Cobalion a helpful partner as it can absorb Knock Off relatively well for Gligar and benefit from it thanks to Justified.

Other Options
###########

Stone Edge can be used for hitting Flying-types, though it's generally not very powerful, and most Flying-types can Roost off the damage. Acrobatics is an option for hitting Virizion, and that is decently powerful if Gligar loses its Eviolite, but does nothing outside of this. As Gligar can take on most physical attackers, Counter can be used to catch these Pokemon off-guard, though the moves on the set are usually better. If you're not using Defog for whatever reason, Immunity is a great ability to stop Toxic, though Defog is the main reason to use Gligar in the first place. Tailwind is an interesting option on more balanced teams, helping to speeding up powerful attackers. However, it only lasts for three turns and is usually outclassed by the options on the set. Finally, Baton Pass in conjunction with Swords Dance or Agility can be used, though Smash Pass Gorebyss and Combusken are usually better Baton Pass users.

Checks & Counters
##############

**Setup Sweepers**: Setup sweepers such as Calm Mind Cresselia, Shell Smash Gorebyss, Bulk Up Braviary, and Hone Claws Durant have no trouble using Gligar as setup fodder due to its weak Attack stat. However, Toxic can wear some of these threats down should they get hit.

**Mega Abomasnow**: Mega Abomasnow can switch into Earthquake with ease and threaten Gligar with its STAB Blizzard. Hail damage from Snow Warning is also very annoying for the latter.

**Water-types**: Water-types such as Clawitzer, Jellicent, Gastrodon, Slowking, and Samurott all have no trouble taking Gligar out with a STAB Water-type attack. Knock Off and Toxic can potentially cripple them, however.

**Flying-types / Levitate**: Flying-types and Pokemon with Levitate such as Golbat, Rotom-C, and Cresselia take no damage from Earthquake and are only affected by Toxic and Knock Off.

**Powerful Special Attackers**: Pokemon such as Choice Specs Yanmega and Moltres have an easy time targeting Gligar's weaker Special Defense stat.

**Knock Off**: Knock Off from the likes of Drapion and Zoroark can cripple Gligar, though it can still wall other Pokemon effectively, (remove comma) even without its Eviolite.

**Braviary**: Braviary can switch in on Defog and receive a +2 Attack boost from Defiant. However, it needs Choice Band, Life Orb, or Bulk Up in order to break Gligar, as without one of these things, Gligar can otherwise simply Roost stall Braviary out with Roost.

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