This was introduced by QC back in July, I've heard, but it never gained much attention. I'm posting this now because I used it back then, and it was referenced in the Haxorus thread in Dragonspiral Tower.
Status: Done
QC Approvals (3/3): (PK Gaming) (Iconic) (Delta 2777)
GP Approvals (2/2): (V0x) (Calm Pokemaster)
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I can't believe Fraxure got this set before me
[SET]
name: Double Dance
move 1: Dragon Dance
move 2: Swords Dance
move 3: Outrage
move 4: Earthquake
item: Lum Berry / Draco Plate
ability: Mold Breaker
nature: Adamant
evs: 36 HP / 252 Atk / 220 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>While it should be fairly obvious that Haxorus makes great use of either Dragon Dance or Swords Dance, each set is somewhat ineffective against specific types of teams, which limits Haxorus's utility if certain threats haven't been eliminated. By using both moves on the same set, however, Haxorus gains the ability to set up flexibly and destroy almost any team after the appropriate boost. For instance, using Swords Dance enables Haxorus to break through walls and bulky attackers in slower defensive teams, while Dragon Dance is reserved for offensive teams with faster Pokemon. If possible, Haxorus should find opportunities to use both boosting moves to become faster and even stronger, though its sweep might be at risk if it attempts to boost again. After either dance, practically every Pokemon in OU is 2HKOed, if not instantly vaporized, by Outrage or Earthquake.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>This set can be tweaked in a few ways; rather than use Haxorus's standard fare of 220 EVs in Speed, you can simply maximize Attack and Speed so Haxorus gains an advantage over opposing Adamant Haxorus and Darmanitan. If you desire some bulk, 120 HP / 252 Atk / 136 Spe is a viable alternative, as it allows Haxorus to outspeed positive base 130's after a Dragon Dance boost. Since setting up is more crucial than ever, Lum Berry is ideal to heal off status and Outrage-induced confusion, giving Haxorus opportunities to set up in front of status-reliant foes. As far as power-boosting items are concerned, Draco Plate is the preferred item, compromising between Haxorus's decent bulk and Life Orb's detrimental recoil. Even then, Lum Berry tends to be the better choice in most instances because of the popularity of defensive status users in the metagame, especially Ferrothorn and Rotom-W.</p>
<p>Seeing as you can choose whichever boosting move to use for the appropriate situation, very little is completely safe from this set. To play this set correctly and avoid Outrage-induced confusion, however, bulky Steel-types, especially Ferrothorn and Skarmory, need to be eliminated beforehand. For starters, Magnezone is an instant solution to these threats due to its ability to trap and eliminate them immediately. If the prospect of Shed Shell or prediction wars is unappealing to you, a more straightforward (albeit less reliable) approach is using lures with Fire- or Fighting-type attacks. Alakazam, Togekiss, and Jirachi are just a few examples of such teammates. As always, dual screens support from the likes of Latios and Espeon (preferably one with Hidden Power Fire to weaken Steel-type counters) is still a good team option to consider, providing more setup opportunities and a form of insurance against possible revenge killers. It would also be advisable to pair Haxorus with alternative offensive teammates if the dragon finds itself attacking and fainting too early in the game.</p>
Status: Done
QC Approvals (3/3): (PK Gaming) (Iconic) (Delta 2777)
GP Approvals (2/2): (V0x) (Calm Pokemaster)
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I can't believe Fraxure got this set before me
[SET]
name: Double Dance
move 1: Dragon Dance
move 2: Swords Dance
move 3: Outrage
move 4: Earthquake
item: Lum Berry / Draco Plate
ability: Mold Breaker
nature: Adamant
evs: 36 HP / 252 Atk / 220 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>While it should be fairly obvious that Haxorus makes great use of either Dragon Dance or Swords Dance, each set is somewhat ineffective against specific types of teams, which limits Haxorus's utility if certain threats haven't been eliminated. By using both moves on the same set, however, Haxorus gains the ability to set up flexibly and destroy almost any team after the appropriate boost. For instance, using Swords Dance enables Haxorus to break through walls and bulky attackers in slower defensive teams, while Dragon Dance is reserved for offensive teams with faster Pokemon. If possible, Haxorus should find opportunities to use both boosting moves to become faster and even stronger, though its sweep might be at risk if it attempts to boost again. After either dance, practically every Pokemon in OU is 2HKOed, if not instantly vaporized, by Outrage or Earthquake.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>This set can be tweaked in a few ways; rather than use Haxorus's standard fare of 220 EVs in Speed, you can simply maximize Attack and Speed so Haxorus gains an advantage over opposing Adamant Haxorus and Darmanitan. If you desire some bulk, 120 HP / 252 Atk / 136 Spe is a viable alternative, as it allows Haxorus to outspeed positive base 130's after a Dragon Dance boost. Since setting up is more crucial than ever, Lum Berry is ideal to heal off status and Outrage-induced confusion, giving Haxorus opportunities to set up in front of status-reliant foes. As far as power-boosting items are concerned, Draco Plate is the preferred item, compromising between Haxorus's decent bulk and Life Orb's detrimental recoil. Even then, Lum Berry tends to be the better choice in most instances because of the popularity of defensive status users in the metagame, especially Ferrothorn and Rotom-W.</p>
<p>Seeing as you can choose whichever boosting move to use for the appropriate situation, very little is completely safe from this set. To play this set correctly and avoid Outrage-induced confusion, however, bulky Steel-types, especially Ferrothorn and Skarmory, need to be eliminated beforehand. For starters, Magnezone is an instant solution to these threats due to its ability to trap and eliminate them immediately. If the prospect of Shed Shell or prediction wars is unappealing to you, a more straightforward (albeit less reliable) approach is using lures with Fire- or Fighting-type attacks. Alakazam, Togekiss, and Jirachi are just a few examples of such teammates. As always, dual screens support from the likes of Latios and Espeon (preferably one with Hidden Power Fire to weaken Steel-type counters) is still a good team option to consider, providing more setup opportunities and a form of insurance against possible revenge killers. It would also be advisable to pair Haxorus with alternative offensive teammates if the dragon finds itself attacking and fainting too early in the game.</p>
