Terastallization is a new mechanic introduced to the 9G, offering players a new strategic dimension. It allows you to change a pokemon's type in the middle of battle, modifying its weaknesses and resistances, adding immunity or even damage. Its unpredictability means it can make breakers much more powerful, or even make defensive walls very difficult to pass. It adds an extra layer of complexity and demands adaptability, enabling players to surpass their opponents and take advantage of new tactical opportunities. However, its unpredictability and potential to unbalance certain confrontations make it a double-edged mechanic that can be either a fantastic mechanic or a horrible one in between matches. The results of the Survey on Terastallization call for a suspect, so here it is.
The Terastallization is certainly one of the most interesting mechanics we've had in Pokemon games, but it is not without its flaws, for example the ability to change type at any time makes predictions extremely difficult. Players can't anticipate their opponent's actions, which makes decision-making and strategic planning more complex. Not knowing what type a Pokémon may become at any given moment means that careful preparation and tactical skills become less of a determining factor, in favor of a more random and opportunistic approach. Some Pokémon benefit disproportionately from Terastallization, increasing their power to an inordinate level. This creates a noticeable imbalance in the game, making some Pokémon far too dominant over others. This dominance can reduce the diversity of competitive teams, as players will be tempted to focus on the same over-powered Pokémon to maximize their chances of victory. As a result, strategic variety is impoverished, and the metagame can become stagnant with a prevalence of the same figures.
But this mechanic also has its positive points: for example, Terastallization opens up new tactical opportunities for players. By allowing a Pokémon's type to be changed during battle, players can effectively cover up their team's weaknesses and surprise their opponents with unexpected strategies. This strategic flexibility enriches the gameplay experience, introducing new dynamics and rewarding players who are able to think creatively and adaptively. The depth added by this mechanic makes for more varied and strategically rich battles. While some Pokémon benefit from Terastallization, this mechanic can also balance out certain battles by allowing under-utilized Pokémon to shine. By changing their type, these Pokémon can find new utilities and strategic niches, increasing the diversity of choices available to players. This could encourage the use of a wider variety of Pokémon and avoid the domination of a small group of overpowered Pokémon, enriching the metagame and fostering innovation. Introducing new mechanics like Terastallization keeps the game dynamic and interesting.
Requirements:
Requirements can be achieved by getting 75 GXE in 25 games on the Godly Gift ladder. In order to participate in the suspect, you must create a fresh alt (creation date no earlier than 27 July 2024) with the prefix GGTera at the start of the name. When you have obtained the reqs, make sure to post proof of your alt's record (generally a screenshot) in this thread, and if you wish to do so, you can also share your thoughts on the test here.
Voting:
Once the suspect period is over, everyone who has obtained reqs will be tagged. The post will then outline a process of blind voting, which will be clarified once the time arrives. For now, follow the above "Requirements" subheading to ensure that you have posted your reqs correctly. You must post on this thread in order to be tagged in the voting thread, however you do not need to include your vote on this thread.
A super-majority of 60% ban votes is required to ban Terastallization from Godly Gift.
TL;DR:
The Terastallization is certainly one of the most interesting mechanics we've had in Pokemon games, but it is not without its flaws, for example the ability to change type at any time makes predictions extremely difficult. Players can't anticipate their opponent's actions, which makes decision-making and strategic planning more complex. Not knowing what type a Pokémon may become at any given moment means that careful preparation and tactical skills become less of a determining factor, in favor of a more random and opportunistic approach. Some Pokémon benefit disproportionately from Terastallization, increasing their power to an inordinate level. This creates a noticeable imbalance in the game, making some Pokémon far too dominant over others. This dominance can reduce the diversity of competitive teams, as players will be tempted to focus on the same over-powered Pokémon to maximize their chances of victory. As a result, strategic variety is impoverished, and the metagame can become stagnant with a prevalence of the same figures.
But this mechanic also has its positive points: for example, Terastallization opens up new tactical opportunities for players. By allowing a Pokémon's type to be changed during battle, players can effectively cover up their team's weaknesses and surprise their opponents with unexpected strategies. This strategic flexibility enriches the gameplay experience, introducing new dynamics and rewarding players who are able to think creatively and adaptively. The depth added by this mechanic makes for more varied and strategically rich battles. While some Pokémon benefit from Terastallization, this mechanic can also balance out certain battles by allowing under-utilized Pokémon to shine. By changing their type, these Pokémon can find new utilities and strategic niches, increasing the diversity of choices available to players. This could encourage the use of a wider variety of Pokémon and avoid the domination of a small group of overpowered Pokémon, enriching the metagame and fostering innovation. Introducing new mechanics like Terastallization keeps the game dynamic and interesting.
Requirements:
Requirements can be achieved by getting 75 GXE in 25 games on the Godly Gift ladder. In order to participate in the suspect, you must create a fresh alt (creation date no earlier than 27 July 2024) with the prefix GGTera at the start of the name. When you have obtained the reqs, make sure to post proof of your alt's record (generally a screenshot) in this thread, and if you wish to do so, you can also share your thoughts on the test here.
Voting:
Once the suspect period is over, everyone who has obtained reqs will be tagged. The post will then outline a process of blind voting, which will be clarified once the time arrives. For now, follow the above "Requirements" subheading to ensure that you have posted your reqs correctly. You must post on this thread in order to be tagged in the voting thread, however you do not need to include your vote on this thread.
A super-majority of 60% ban votes is required to ban Terastallization from Godly Gift.
TL;DR:
- Terastallization is permitted on the suspect ladder
- The GXE requirement is 75 and the minimum game count is 25
- You must ladder on a newly-created alt using the prefix GGTera
- You must post your reqs in this thread, though the voting process will happen in a separate thread. You are not required to state your vote in this thread.
- The suspect test will conclude at 8pm GMT +2 on Sunday, 11th August
- A ban vote of 60% is required to ban Terastallization from Godly Gift.
Career Ended used his Tera early as HO to claim 2 kills. However, it left him very vulnerable to Darkrai without an option for defensive Tera later, which was indeed the case as Darkrai Tera later to clean up. This was a display of how better Tera usage won as early advantages from Tera quickly disappeared. Tera did not look overbearing in Offense vs Offense.
Sammy used his Tera early on Kyurem-B to break through Garganacl. However, with Rock, two 5-hit Icicle Spear would still have 2HKOed and even 4 + 5 was likely to (252 Atk Teravolt Tera Electric Kyurem-Black Icicle Spear (5 hits) vs. 252 HP / 52 Def Garganacl: 195-230 (48.2 - 56.9%) -- approx. 2HKO after Stealth Rock and Leftovers recovery). It also made Sammy very vulnerable to Helectrode and he was forced to win mind game to win. entrocefalo Tera Raging Bolt, got a KO on Exca that would have won, but it still ended up being forced out by Zamazenta and the Tera ended up making Ogerpon much stronger, which it got saced to later. Tera was not the defining factor in Offense vs Offense.
Taka Tera Chien-Pao, allowing it to OHKO Washtom that it otherwise couldn't and won the game because of that as it also OHKOed the slightly chipped Tera Fighting Gholdengo. Tera pushed Chien-Pao to unwallable level in Offense vs Balance.
ghostlike Tera Eternatus to KO Arceus, which would have 6-0 otherwise. jrdn Tera Manaphy later to get out of Raging Bolt's weakness, which did little as Excadrill could then revenge. Tera not only didn't help offense, it was the only saving grace to counteract offense in Rain vs BO.
