VGC 21 Kartana

[zee]

once again I cut a worthless object



In a metagame dominated by Kyogre and Electric-types, Kartana stands out as one of the most reliable Grass-type options for any team. Its massive Attack stat coupled with high Speed and very useful Max Moves gives it the ability to tear through teams on its own. Even outside of Dynamax, Kartana's attacking prowess cannot be understated, especially once it has a Beast Boost or two under its belt. However, Kartana does possess a few downsides. Its lack of spread moves means that it will normally need to be paired with Kyogre or Calyrex-S to secure KOs, and its obvious weaknesses to Fire-types and strong special attacks often result in it getting KOed quickly.

[SET]
name: Assault Vest
move 1: Leaf Blade
move 2: Smart Strike
move 3: Sacred Sword
move 4: Aerial Ace
item: Assault Vest
ability: Beast Boost
nature: Jolly
evs: 4 HP / 252 SpD / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]

* Smart Strike is used as a secondary STAB option to hit Fairy- and Ice-types such as Grimmsnarl and Calyrex-I. It is also useful for access to Max Steelspike for Defense boosting.

* Sacred Sword is Kartana's main coverage option, allowing it to hit the likes of Incineroar and opposing Kartana. Access to Max Knuckle is also extremely helpful, as it negates Intimidate drops and can boost Kartana's Attack by two stages if it KOes an opponent.

* Aerial Ace is used for access to Max Airstream, providing both Kartana and its partner with a Speed boost. Notably, this allows Kartana to outspeed even Calyrex-S and Modest Venusaur in sun.

* Maximum Special Defense investment coupled with an Assault Vest allows Kartana to take strong special attacks such as Kyogre's Water Spout and Regieleki's Max Lightning that it would be unable to otherwise.

[SET]
name: Focus Sash
move 1: Leaf Blade
move 2: Smart Strike
move 3: Sacred Sword
move 4: Detect
item: Focus Sash
ability: Beast Boost
nature: Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]

* Smart Strike is necessary to hit the plethora of Fairy-type Pokemon in the metagame including Grimmsnarl, Whimsicott, and Xerneas, (AC) for as much damage as possible. If Kartana is Dynamaxed, the boosts to its Defense from Max Steelspike make it insanely durable physically.

* Sacred Sword complements Kartana's Grass and Steel STAB type combo to hit Incineroar, opposing Kartana, and Urshifu-S hard. Any KOs achieved by using Max Knuckle will also raise its Attack by two stages instead of one via Beast Boost.

* Detect is mandatory on Focus Sash Kartana, as it is otherwise very susceptible to double targets from Fake Out and other strong special attacks such as Zapdos's Max Airstream and Calyrex-S's Astral Barrage. Detect specifically is also unaffected by Imprison from Indeedee, which can only learn Protect.

* Focus Sash allows Kartana to not worry about compensating for its low Special Defense. Therefore, it can fully invest in its Attack, which is particularly helpful for netting higher rolls on Pokemon such as Kyogre and Xerneas.

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

Similarly to Aerial Ace, Giga Impact or Guillotine can be used as a speed control option in the form of Max Strike. However, because you are lowering the foes' Speed instead of boosting your own Pokemon's, any new Pokemon sent out onto the field will be unaffected. Brick Break is an option over Sacred Sword, as it is useful for breaking screens, but it is noticeably weaker than Sacred Sword and does not ignore stat boosts. Swords Dance can work as a surprise option on Focus Sash Kartana, but using it will leave Kartana either without a way to protect itself or without a coverage option, severely limiting its potency as a sweeper.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[zeefable, 501951]]
- Quality checked by: [[Raineko, 294287], [DomarpVGC, 526614]]
- Grammar checked by: [[Finland, 517429]]

 

[zee]

This is QC ready. I believe I swapped around the set order from what's on the dex, but AV has established itself as the far better set.

 

[yuki]

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OP

[OVERVIEW]

In a metagame dominant by Kyogre and Electric-types, Kartana stands out as one of the most reliable Grass-type options for any team. Its massive Attack stat coupled with high Speed and very useful max moves gives it the ability to tear through teams on its own. Even outside of Dynamax, Kartana's attacking prowess cannot be understated, especially once it has a Beast Boost or two under its belt. However, Kartana does posses (possess) a few downsides. Its lack of spread moves means that it will normally need to be paired with Kyogre or Calyrex-S to lock up pins, and its obvious weakness (weaknesses) to Fire-types and strong special attacks often results (result) in it getting KO'd quickly.

[SET]
name: Assault Vest
move 1: Leaf Blade
move 2: Smart Strike
move 3: Sacred Sword
move 4: Aerial Ace
item: Assault Vest
ability: Beast Boost
nature: Jolly
evs: 4 HP / 252 SpD / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]

* Smart Strike is used as a secondary stab (STAB) option to hit Fairy- and Ice-types such as Grimmsnarl and Calyrex-Ice. It is also useful for access to Max Steelspike for Defense boosting.

* Sacred Sword is Kartana's main coverage option, allowing it to hit the likes of Incineroar and and opposing Kartana. Access to Max Knuckle is also extremely helpful, as it negates Intimidate drops and can even (probably just remove even here, more concise to read without it) boost its attack two stages if it KOs an opponent.

* Aerial Ace is used for access to Max Airstream, providing both it and its partner with a Speed boost. Notably, this allows Kartana to outspeed even Calyrex-S as well as Modest Venusaur in sun. (rephrase as outspeed Calyrex-S and Modest... more concise)

* Maximum Special Defense investment coupled with an Assault Vest allows Kartana to take strong special attacks such as Kyogre's Water Spout or Regieleki's Max Lightning, which it would be unable to do otherwise.

[SET]
name: Focus Sash
move 1: Leaf Blade
move 2: Smart Strike
move 3: Sacred Sword
move 4: Detect
item: Focus Sash
ability: Beast Boost
nature: Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]

* Smart Strike is necessary to hit the plethora of Fairy-type Pokemon in the metagame such as Grimmsnarl, Whimsicott, and Xerneas for as much damage as possible. If Kartana is Dynamaxed, the boosts to its Defense from Max Steelspike make it insanely durable on the physical spectrum. (Just say physically for brevity)

* Sacred Sword compliments its Grass and Steel STAB combo to hit Incineroar, opposing Kartana, and Urshifu-S hard. Any KOs achieved by using Max Knuckle will also raise its attack by two stages instead of one. (a mention of Beast Boost here would be helpful as it hasn't been mentioned in set 2 yet)

* Detect is mandatory on Focus Sash Kartana, as it is otherwise very susceptible to double targets from Fake Out and other strong special attacks. (A relevant metagame example is useful here, else I would probably just say special attacks in general)

* Focus Sash allows for Kartana to not worry about compensating for its low Special Defense. As such, it can fully invest in its Attack, which is particularly helpful for netting higher rolls on pokemon such as Kyogre and Xerneas. The increased Attack will especially be helpful once Kartana begins to accumulate beast boosts. (I feel the ending of this bit just isn't needed, max atk statement should suffice as reasoning)

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

Similarly to Aerial Ace, Giga Impact can be used as a Speed control option. However, because you are lowering the opponents' Speed instead of boosting your own, any new Pokemon sent out onto the field will be unaffected. Swords Dance can work as a surprise option on Focus Sash Kartana, but doing so will leave it either without a way to protect itself, or without a coverage option, severely limiting its potency as a sweeper. (I think there is a fair amount of validity to Brick Break being used on some Kartana sets now, for an explanation about screens against common setters but Sacred Sword is definitely still better)


(In general, just be consistent with capitalising stats: there are times where it's "attack" and "Attack".)

 

[yuki]

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OP

[OVERVIEW]

In a metagame dominant by Kyogre and Electric-types, Kartana stands out as one of the most reliable Grass-type options for any team. Its massive Attack stat coupled with high Speed and very useful max moves gives it the ability to tear through teams on its own. Even outside of Dynamax, Kartana's attacking prowess cannot be understated, especially once it has a Beast Boost or two under its belt. However, Kartana does posses (possess) a few downsides. Its lack of spread moves means that it will normally need to be paired with Kyogre or Calyrex-S to lock up pins, and its obvious weakness (weaknesses) to Fire-types and strong special attacks often results (result) in it getting KO'd quickly.

[SET]
name: Assault Vest
move 1: Leaf Blade
move 2: Smart Strike
move 3: Sacred Sword
move 4: Aerial Ace
item: Assault Vest
ability: Beast Boost
nature: Jolly
evs: 4 HP / 252 SpD / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]

* Smart Strike is used as a secondary stab (STAB) option to hit Fairy- and Ice-types such as Grimmsnarl and Calyrex-Ice. It is also useful for access to Max Steelspike for Defense boosting.

* Sacred Sword is Kartana's main coverage option, allowing it to hit the likes of Incineroar and and opposing Kartana. Access to Max Knuckle is also extremely helpful, as it negates Intimidate drops and can even (probably just remove even here, more concise to read without it) boost its attack two stages if it KOs an opponent.

* Aerial Ace is used for access to Max Airstream, providing both it and its partner with a Speed boost. Notably, this allows Kartana to outspeed even Calyrex-S as well as Modest Venusaur in sun. (rephrase as outspeed Calyrex-S and Modest... more concise)

* Maximum Special Defense investment coupled with an Assault Vest allows Kartana to take strong special attacks such as Kyogre's Water Spout or Regieleki's Max Lightning, which it would be unable to do otherwise.

[SET]
name: Focus Sash
move 1: Leaf Blade
move 2: Smart Strike
move 3: Sacred Sword
move 4: Detect
item: Focus Sash
ability: Beast Boost
nature: Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]

* Smart Strike is necessary to hit the plethora of Fairy-type Pokemon in the metagame such as Grimmsnarl, Whimsicott, and Xerneas for as much damage as possible. If Kartana is Dynamaxed, the boosts to its Defense from Max Steelspike make it insanely durable on the physical spectrum. (Just say physically for brevity)

* Sacred Sword compliments its Grass and Steel STAB combo to hit Incineroar, opposing Kartana, and Urshifu-S hard. Any KOs achieved by using Max Knuckle will also raise its attack by two stages instead of one. (a mention of Beast Boost here would be helpful as it hasn't been mentioned in set 2 yet)

* Detect is mandatory on Focus Sash Kartana, as it is otherwise very susceptible to double targets from Fake Out and other strong special attacks. (A relevant metagame example is useful here, else I would probably just say special attacks in general)

* Focus Sash allows for Kartana to not worry about compensating for its low Special Defense. As such, it can fully invest in its Attack, which is particularly helpful for netting higher rolls on pokemon such as Kyogre and Xerneas. The increased Attack will especially be helpful once Kartana begins to accumulate beast boosts. (I feel the ending of this bit just isn't needed, max atk statement should suffice as reasoning)

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

Similarly to Aerial Ace, Giga Impact can be used as a Speed control option. However, because you are lowering the opponents' Speed instead of boosting your own, any new Pokemon sent out onto the field will be unaffected. Swords Dance can work as a surprise option on Focus Sash Kartana, but doing so will leave it either without a way to protect itself, or without a coverage option, severely limiting its potency as a sweeper. (I think there is a fair amount of validity to Brick Break being used on some Kartana sets now, for an explanation about screens against common setters but Sacred Sword is definitely still better)


(In general, just be consistent with capitalising stats: there are times where it's "attack" and "Attack".)

Alright I'm happy with this, QC 1 get!

 

[DomarpVGC]

once again I cut a worthless object



[OVERVIEW]

In a metagame dominant by Kyogre and Electric-types, Kartana stands out as one of the most reliable Grass-type options for any team. Its massive Attack stat coupled with high Speed and very useful max moves gives it the ability to tear through teams on its own. Even outside of Dynamax, Kartana's attacking prowess cannot be understated, especially once it has a Beast Boost or two under its belt. However, Kartana does possess a few downsides. Its lack of spread moves means that it will normally need to be paired with Kyogre or Calyrex-S to secure pins, and its obvious weaknesses to Fire-types and strong special attacks often result in it getting KO'd quickly.

[SET]
name: Assault Vest
move 1: Leaf Blade
move 2: Smart Strike
move 3: Sacred Sword
move 4: Aerial Ace
item: Assault Vest
ability: Beast Boost
nature: Jolly
evs: 4 HP / 252 SpD / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]

* Smart Strike is used as a secondary STAB option to hit Fairy- and Ice-types such as Grimmsnarl and Calyrex-Ice. It is also useful for access to Max Steelspike for Defense boosting.

* Sacred Sword is Kartana's main coverage option, allowing it to hit the likes of Incineroar and and opposing Kartana. Access to Max Knuckle is also extremely helpful, as it negates Intimidate drops and can boost its Attack two stages if it KOs an opponent.

* Aerial Ace is used for access to Max Airstream, providing both it and its partner with a Speed boost. Notably, this allows Kartana to outspeed even Calyrex-S and Modest Venusaur in sun.

* Maximum Special Defense investment coupled with an Assault Vest allows Kartana to take strong special attacks such as Kyogre's Water Spout or Regieleki's Max Lightning, which it would be unable to do otherwise.

[SET]
name: Focus Sash
move 1: Leaf Blade
move 2: Smart Strike
move 3: Sacred Sword
move 4: Detect
item: Focus Sash
ability: Beast Boost
nature: Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]

* Smart Strike is necessary to hit the plethora of Fairy-type Pokemon in the metagame such as Grimmsnarl, Whimsicott, and Xerneas for as much damage as possible. If Kartana is Dynamaxed, the boosts to its Defense from Max Steelspike make it insanely durable physically.

* Sacred Sword compliments its Grass and Steel STAB combo to hit Incineroar, opposing Kartana, and Urshifu-S hard. Any KOs achieved by using Max Knuckle will also raise its Attack by two stages instead of one via Beast Boost.
(I'm not sure if you need to discuss Smart Strike and Sacred Sword twice)
* Detect is mandatory on Focus Sash Kartana, as it is otherwise very susceptible to double targets from Fake Out and other strong special attacks such as Zapdos's Max Airstream or Calyrex-S's Astral Barrage.

* Focus Sash allows for Kartana to not worry about compensating for its low Special Defense. As such, it can fully invest in its Attack, which is particularly helpful for netting higher rolls on pokemon such as Kyogre and Xerneas.

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

Similarly to Aerial Ace, Giga Impact or Guillotine can be used as a Speed control option. However, because you are lowering the opponents' Speed instead of boosting your own, any new Pokemon sent out onto the field will be unaffected. Brick Break is an option over Sacred Sword as it is useful for breaking screens, but it is noticeably weaker than Sacred Sword and does not ignore stat boosts. Swords Dance can work as a surprise option on Focus Sash Kartana, but doing so will leave it either without a way to protect itself, or without a coverage option, severely limiting its potency as a sweeper.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[zeefable, 501951]]
- Quality checked by: [[Raineko, 294287], [username2, userid2]]
- Grammar checked by: [[username1, userid1]]

I didn't have too much to add but here's my QC

 

[zee]

I didn't have too much to add but here's my QC

ty bro, this has been implemented. our first VGC analysis ready for GP!

 

[Light Sanctity]

AMATEUR CHECK - Does not count toward the amount needed!

I think that is it :V

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Flying Kite (Kartana) AM Check

once again I cut a worthless object



[OVERVIEW]

In a metagame dominated by Kyogre and Electric-types, Kartana stands out as one of the most reliable Grass-type options for any team. Its massive Attack stat coupled with high Speed and very useful Max Moves gives it the ability to tear through teams on its own. Even outside of Dynamax, Kartana's attacking prowess cannot be understated, especially once it has a Beast Boost or two under its belt. However, Kartana does possess a few downsides. Its lack of spread moves means that it will normally need to be paired with Kyogre or Calyrex-S to secure pins, and its obvious weaknesses to Fire-types and strong special attacks often result in it getting KO'd KOed quickly.

[SET]
name: Assault Vest
move 1: Leaf Blade
move 2: Smart Strike
move 3: Sacred Sword
move 4: Aerial Ace
item: Assault Vest
ability: Beast Boost
nature: Jolly
evs: 4 HP / 252 SpD / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]

* Smart Strike is used as a secondary STAB option to hit Fairy- and Ice-types such as Grimmsnarl and Calyrex-Ice. It is also useful for access to Max Steelspike for Defense boosting.

* Sacred Sword is Kartana's main coverage option, allowing it to hit the likes of Incineroar and opposing Kartana. Access to Max Knuckle is also extremely helpful, as it negates Intimidate drops and can boost its Attack two stages if it KOs KOes an opponent opposing Pokemon.

* Aerial Ace is used for access to Max Airstream, providing both it and its partner with a Speed boost. Notably, this allows Kartana to outspeed even Calyrex-S and Modest Venusaur in sun.

* Maximum Special Defense investment coupled with an Assault Vest allows Kartana to take strong special attacks such as Kyogre's Water Spout or Regieleki's Max Lightning, which it would be unable to do otherwise.

[SET]
name: Focus Sash
move 1: Leaf Blade
move 2: Smart Strike
move 3: Sacred Sword
move 4: Detect
item: Focus Sash
ability: Beast Boost
nature: Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]

* Smart Strike is necessary to hit the plethora of Fairy-type Pokemon in the metagame such as Grimmsnarl, Whimsicott, and Xerneas for as much damage as possible. If Kartana is Dynamaxed, the boosts to its Defense from Max Steelspike make it insanely durable physically.

* Sacred Sword compliments its Grass and Steel STAB combo to hit Incineroar, opposing Kartana, and Urshifu-S hard. Any KOs KOes achieved by using Max Knuckle will also raise its Attack by two stages instead of one via Beast Boost.

* Detect is mandatory on Focus Sash Kartana, as it is otherwise very susceptible to double targets from Fake Out and other strong special attacks such as Zapdos's Max Airstream or Calyrex-S's Astral Barrage.

* Focus Sash allows for Kartana to not worry about compensating for its low Special Defense. As such, it can fully invest in its Attack, which is particularly helpful for netting higher rolls on Pokemon such as Kyogre and Xerneas.

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

Similarly to Aerial Ace, Giga Impact or Guillotine can be used as a Speed control option in the form of Max Strike. However, because you are lowering the opponents' foes Speed instead of boosting your own, any new Pokemon sent out onto the field will be unaffected. Brick Break is an option over Sacred Sword as it is useful for breaking screens, but it is noticeably weaker than Sacred Sword and does not ignore stat boosts. Swords Dance can work as a surprise option on Focus Sash Kartana, but doing so will leave it either without a way to protect itself, or without a coverage option, severely limiting its potency as a sweeper.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[zeefable, 501951]]
- Quality checked by: [[Raineko, 294287], [DomarpVGC, 526614]]
- Grammar checked by: [[username1, userid1]]

zee edit for GP team members: did all but Calyrex-I and the second KOs a la grammar standards

 

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[OVERVIEW]

In a metagame dominated by Kyogre and Electric-types, Kartana stands out as one of the most reliable Grass-type options for any team. Its massive Attack stat coupled with high Speed and very useful max moves Max Moves gives it the ability to tear through teams on its own. Even outside of Dynamax, Kartana's attacking prowess cannot be understated, especially once it has a Beast Boost or two under its belt. However, Kartana does possess a few downsides. Its lack of spread moves means that it will normally need to be paired with Kyogre or Calyrex-S to secure pins, KOs, and its obvious weaknesses to Fire-types and strong special attacks often result in it getting KO'd KOed quickly.

[SET]
name: Assault Vest
move 1: Leaf Blade
move 2: Smart Strike
move 3: Sacred Sword
move 4: Aerial Ace
item: Assault Vest
ability: Beast Boost
nature: Jolly
evs: 4 HP / 252 SpD / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]

* Smart Strike is used as a secondary STAB option to hit Fairy- and Ice-types such as Grimmsnarl and Calyrex-Ice. Calyrex-I. It is also useful for access to Max Steelspike for Defense boosting.

* Sacred Sword is Kartana's main coverage option, allowing it to hit the likes of Incineroar and opposing Kartana. Access to Max Knuckle is also extremely helpful, as it negates Intimidate drops and can boost its Kartana's Attack by two stages if it KOs KOes an opponent.

* Aerial Ace is used for access to Max Airstream, providing both it Kartana and its partner with a Speed boost. Notably, this allows Kartana to outspeed even Calyrex-S and Modest Venusaur in sun.

* Maximum Special Defense investment coupled with an Assault Vest allows Kartana to take strong special attacks such as Kyogre's Water Spout or and Regieleki's Max Lightning (RC) which that it would be unable to do otherwise.

[SET]
name: Focus Sash
move 1: Leaf Blade
move 2: Smart Strike
move 3: Sacred Sword
move 4: Detect
item: Focus Sash
ability: Beast Boost
nature: Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]

* Smart Strike is necessary to hit the plethora of Fairy-type Pokemon in the metagame, (AC) such as including Grimmsnarl, Whimsicott, and Xerneas, (AC) for as much damage as possible. If Kartana is Dynamaxed, the boosts to its Defense from Max Steelspike make it insanely durable physically.

* Sacred Sword compliments its complements Kartana's Grass and Steel STAB type combo to hit Incineroar, opposing Kartana, and Urshifu-S hard. Any KOs achieved by using Max Knuckle will also raise its Attack by two stages instead of one via Beast Boost.

* Detect is mandatory on Focus Sash Kartana, as it is otherwise very susceptible to double targets from Fake Out and other strong special attacks such as Zapdos's Max Airstream or and Calyrex-S's Astral Barrage. (i'm no VGC expert at all, but if there's a non-legality reason you aren't using Protect, that may be worth specifying)

* Focus Sash allows for Kartana to not worry about compensating for its low Special Defense. As such, Therefore, it can fully invest in its Attack, which is particularly helpful for netting higher rolls on pokemon Pokemon such as Kyogre and Xerneas.

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

Similarly to Aerial Ace, Giga Impact or Guillotine can be used as a Speed speed control option in the form of Max Strike. However, because you are lowering the opponents' foes' Speed instead of boosting your own Pokemon's, (Plural "Pokemon's" is a bit odd, but you aren't quite boosting your own (the player's) speed, you're boosting Pokemon speed, and I wasn't sure about "your own side's", "your own team's", etc. Feel free to work around this a different way than I did) any new Pokemon sent out onto the field will be unaffected. Brick Break is an option over Sacred Sword, (AC) as it is useful for breaking screens, but it is noticeably weaker than Sacred Sword and does not ignore stat boosts. Swords Dance can work as a surprise option on Focus Sash Kartana, but doing so will leave it using it will leave Kartana either without a way to protect itself (RC) or without a coverage option, severely limiting its potency as a sweeper.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[zeefable, 501951]]
- Quality checked by: [[Raineko, 294287], [DomarpVGC, 526614]]
- Grammar checked by: [[Finland, 517429]]

reply or lmk if any q's

 

[zee]

Thank you Finland! This is done

I think Pokemon's makes sense so I left it as is. Clarified that Detect is used to avoid Imprison + Protect.

tagging martha since I cant upload lol