Latios

[Jordy]

[OVERVIEW]

While Mega Latios competes with other offensive Psychic-types like Mega Alakazam and Tapu Lele, it sets itself apart from them with its Dragon typing, access to reliable recovery, and Levitate ability allow it to provide a consistent check to Pokemon like Arghonaut, Volkraken, Heatran, and Landorus-T. Its additional resistances and access to Recover also make it a lot easier for Mega Latios to switch into play, and thanks to this, it's very durable, unlike Tapu Lele. It further distinguishes itself from other Psychic-types like Tapu Lele and Mega Alakazam through its access to Earthquake, which allows it to consistently deal with Steel-types like Heatran and Magearna. However, it tends to struggle against other Steel-types like Celesteela and Ferrothorn, which Mega Alakazam and Tapu Lele can overwhelm over time with Focus Blast. Additionally, it's prone to getting Pursuit trapped by Weavile and Colossoil, as well as by Mega Tyranitar to a certain extent. Furthermore, Mega Latios struggles to deal with Fairy-types like Jumbao and Tapu Lele.

[SET]
name: Mega Mixed Attacker
move 1: Psychic
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Draco Meteor / Ice Beam
move 4: Recover
item: Latiosite
ability: Levitate
nature: Hasty
evs: 4 Atk / 252 SpA / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========

Earthquake allows Mega Latios to deal with Heatran while also letting it 2HKO Magearna and Mega Mawile as they switch in, as well as Mega Tyranitar after slight chip damage. Additionally, it OHKOes Mega Crucibelle, which Psychic is incapable of. Draco Meteor is run to prevent Mega Latios from letting Greninja, Weavile, Mega Alakazam, and Aurumoth switch in for free. Alternatively, Ice Beam can be run to effectively check Pokemon like Gliscor and Landorus-T. Additionally, it has a chance to 2HKO Jumbao. Recover notably allows Mega Latios to consistently check Heatran and Volkraken.

Set Details
========

A Hasty nature is preferred to a Naive nature to take on Volkraken and Heatran more comfortably.

Usage Tips
========

You should actively use Mega Latios's respectable bulk, resistances, and ability Levitate to check and switch into Pokemon like Heatran, Volkraken, Landorus-T, and Arghonaut. To consistently keep doing this, you should aim to keep Mega Latios as healthy as possible. Furthermore, Mega Latios should use the right coverage move if Pokemon like Magearna and Jumbao are expected to switch in, as it will be forced to switch out otherwise. You should also try to find a good balance between keeping Mega Latios healthy and picking the right move at the right time because it cannot be played offensively and defensively at the same time. Also, if Weavile is present on the opposing team, you should be extremely careful with using Mega Latios to pick up KOs, as it will always be able to Pursuit trap Mega Latios if it doesn't get hit by Draco Meteor as it switches in.

Team Options
========

Spikes setters like Ash-Greninja, Ferrothorn, and Arghonaut are particularly useful with Mega Latios, as the chip damage can consistently wear down Pokemon like Ferrothorn as Mega Latios forces them in. To add onto that, Ash-Greninja also forces damage on Ferrothorn, and Mega Latios can take advantage of checks to it like Arghonaut and Toxapex. Pokemon such as Ferrothorn and Celesteela that struggle with Fire-types like Heatran and Volkraken appreciate Mega Latios's ability to check them. Magnezone can consistently take out Steel-types like Celesteela and Ferrothorn that trouble Mega Latios. Furthermore, Magnezone and other Steel-types like Heatran and Magearna can also check Fairy-types like Jumbao and Clefable. Pokemon like Shift Gear Magearna and Quiver Dance Aurumoth are good teammates, as they appreciate Mega Latios's ability to weaken Pokemon like Magearna and Heatran.

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

Hidden Power Fire is an option that can be run to pressure Ferrothorn and Mega Scizor, but Mega Latios has a hard time fitting it.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Pursuit**: Weavile is particularly threatening, as it outspeeds Mega Latios and can OHKO it with Icicle Crash, which means that Mega Latios will, more often than not, want to switch out and Weavile can trap it with Pursuit. Colossoil can also Pursuit trap Mega Latios and can punish it if it chooses to stay in to attack thanks to Sucker Punch. Lastly, Mega Tyranitar and Tyranitar can both Pursuit trap Mega Latios if it doesn't use Earthquake as they switch in. They should also be wary of Mega Latios staying in and using Earthquake, as it will significantly wear them down.

**Steel-types**: Steel-types like Ferrothorn and Celesteela can wall most Mega Latios. Ferrothorn must be wary of the rare Hidden Power Fire, however. Other Steel-types like Jirachi and Magearna can switch into any move other than Earthquake.

**Fairy-types**: Fairy-types can threaten Mega Latios tremendously with their STAB attacks. However, Mega Mawile and Magearna don't like taking an Earthquake, while Jumbao must watch out for Ice Beam. Choice Scarf Tapu Lele is a pretty reliable offensive check, but it fails to switch in consistently.

**Faster Offensive Pokemon**: Pokemon like Ash-Greninja, Mega Alakazam, Syclant, and Choice Scarf Kitsunoh can threaten Mega Latios with their respective STAB or coverage moves, but they can't reliably switch in. Additionally, not only does Mega Alakazam offensively check Mega Latios, it can also switch into non-Draco Meteor variants with relative ease.

**Chansey**: Thanks to its elephantine special bulk, Chansey is capable of taking anything Mega Latios can throw at it.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Jordy, 395754]]
- Quality checked by: [[snake_rattler, 227784], [Mx, 298148], [Jho, 208105]]
- Grammar checked by: [[Rabia, 336073], [The Dutch Plumberjack, 232216]]

 

[snake]

[OVERVIEW]

* While Mega Latios competes with other offensive Psychic-types like Mega Alakazam and Tapu Lele, it sets itself apart from them, because it is a consistent check to Pokemon like Arghonaut, Volkraken, Heatran, and Landorus-T thanks to its Dragon typing and ability might as well outright say Levitate.
* Its additional resistances also make it a lot easier for Mega Latios to switch into play, and unlike Tapu Lele, it's very durable mention Recover here too.
* It further distinguishes itself from other Psychic-types like Tapu Lele and Mega Alakazam through its access to Earthquake, which consistently allows it to deal with Steel-types like Heatran and Magearna.
* However, it tends to struggle against other Steel-types like Celesteela and Ferrothorn, which Mega Alakazam and Tapu Lele can overwhelm through their access to Focus Blast
* Additionally, it's prone to getting Pursuit trapped by Weavile, Colossoil, as well as Mega Tyranitar to a certain extent.
* Furthermore, Mega Latios struggles to deal with Fairy-types like Jumbao, Tapu Lele, and Calm Clefable.

[SET]
name: Mega Mixed Attacker
move 1: Psychic
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Ice Beam
move 4: Recover
item: Latiosite
ability: Levitate
nature: Hasty
evs: 4 Atk / 252 SpA / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========

* Earthquake allows Mega Latios to deal with Heatran, Magearna, and Mega Mawile, as well as Mega Tyranitar after slight chip damage.
* Ice Beam is run for Mega Latios to effectively check Pokemon like Gliscor and Landorus-T. Additionally, it has a chance to 2HKO defensive Jumbao.
* Draco Meteor can be run instead if Jumbao is not a concern. It notably prevents Mega Latios from being switch-in bait for Greninja and still does a lot to Landorus-T, while also dealing with Mega Alakazam. move mega alakazam next to Greninja, also mention Aurumoth
* Recover notably allows Mega Latios to consistently check Heatran and Volkraken.

Set Details
========

* A Hasty nature is preferred to a Naive nature to take on Volkraken and Heatran more comfortably.

Usage Tips
========

* You should actively use Mega Latios' respectable bulk, resistances, and ability to check and switch into play against Pokemon like Heatran, Volkraken, Landorus-T, and Arghonaut.
* To consistently keep doing this, you should aim to keep Mega Latios as healthy as possible.
* Furthermore, Mega Latios should use the move which move(s)? if Pokemon like Magearna or Jumbao are expected to switch-in, because it will be forced to switch out otherwise.
* You should also try to find a good balance between keeping Mega Latios healthy and picking the right move at the right time, because it cannot do this all at once.

Team Options
========

* Spikes setters like Ash-Greninja, Ferrothorn, and Arghonaut are particularly useful with Mega Latios, because it can consistently wear down Pokemon like Ferrothorn as Mega Latios forces them.
* To add onto that, Ash-Greninja also forces damage on Ferrothorn and Mega Latios can take advantage of checks to it like Arghonaut and Toxapex.
add in Pokemon that appreciate the volk and heatran check
* Magnezone can consistently pressure Steel-types like Celesteela and Ferrothorn that trouble Mega Latios. Furthermore, Magnezone and other Steel-types which ones? can also check Fairy-types like Jumbao and Clefable.
* Pokemon like Shift Gear Magearna are good teammates, because they appreciate Mega Latios' ability to weaken Pokemon like Magearna and Heatran weakened

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

* Hidden Power Fire is an option that can be run to pressure Ferrothorn and Mega Scizor, but Mega Latios has a hard time to fit it.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Pursuit**: Weavile is particularly threatening as it outspeeds and can OHKO Mega Latios with Icicle Crash, meaning that Mega Latios will, more often than not, want to switch out, meaning that Weavile can then trap Mega Latios with Pursuit. maybe separate this into two sentences Colossoil can also Pursuit trap Mega Latios, but can also punish Mega Latios if it chooses to stay in to attack thanks to Sucker Punch. Lastly, Mega Tyranitar and Tyranitar can both Pursuit trap Mega Latios if it doesn't use Earthquake on their switch in.

**Steel-types**: Steel-types like Ferrothorn and Celesteela can wall most Mega Latios. Ferrothorn must be wary of the rare Hidden Power Fire, however. Other Steel-types like Jirachi and Magearna can switch into any move other than Earthquake.

**Fairy-types**: Fairy-types can threaten Mega Latios tremendously as they can threaten it with their STAB attacks. However, Mega Mawile and Magearna don't like taking an Earthquake, while Jumbao must watch out for Ice Beam. Choice Scarf Tapu Lele is a pretty reliable offensive check, but it fails to switch in consistently. Lastly, Calm Clefable can check Mega Latios, as it is not 2HKOed by Psychic.

**Faster Offensive Pokemon**: Pokemon like Ash-Greninja, Mega Alakazam, Syclant, and Choice Scarf Kitsunoh can threaten Mega Latios with their respective STAB or coverage moves, but can't reliably switch in.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Jordy, 395754]]
- Quality checked by: [[, ], [, ], [, ]]
- Grammar checked by: [[, ], [, ]]

Looking good as always, 1/3

 

[Mx]

[OVERVIEW]

* While Mega Latios competes with other offensive Psychic-types like Mega Alakazam and Tapu Lele, it sets itself apart from them, because it is a consistent check to Pokemon like Arghonaut, Volkraken, Heatran, and Landorus-T thanks to its Dragon typing and Levitate.
* Its additional resistances and access to Recover also make it a lot easier for Mega Latios to switch into play, and unlike Tapu Lele, it's very durable. [Put Recover on the first point, as it's just as important as its Dragon typing and Levitate to be able to check the Pokemon you mentioned]
* It further distinguishes itself from other Psychic-types like Tapu Lele and Mega Alakazam through its access to Earthquake, which consistently allows it to deal with Steel-types like Heatran and Magearna.
* However, it tends to struggle against other Steel-types like Celesteela and Ferrothorn, which Mega Alakazam and Tapu Lele can overwhelm through their access to Focus Blast [I wouldn't say that those two can overwhelm Celesteela with Focus Blast. If you account for accuracy, Mega Alakazam's Focus Blast actually deals slightly less damage than Mega Latios Ice Beam on average and even with Fightinium Z, Tapu Lele only does 45% at best.]
* Additionally, it's prone to getting Pursuit trapped by Weavile, Colossoil, as well as Mega Tyranitar to a certain extent.
* Furthermore, Mega Latios struggles to deal with Fairy-types like Jumbao, Tapu Lele, and Calm Clefable.

[SET]
name: Mega Mixed Attacker
move 1: Psychic
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Ice Beam / Draco Meteor [Losing to Weavile sucks]
move 4: Recover
item: Latiosite
ability: Levitate
nature: Hasty
evs: 4 Atk / 252 SpA / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========

* Earthquake allows Mega Latios to deal with Heatran, Magearna, and Mega Mawile, as well as Mega Tyranitar after slight chip damage. [The way this is currently written makes it ambiguous if these are OHKOes or 2HKOes. Make it clearer that other than Heatran, these need to be hit on the switch] Additionally, it OHKOes Mega Crucibelle, which Psychic is incapable of.
* Ice Beam is run for Mega Latios to effectively check Pokemon like Gliscor and Landorus-T. Additionally, it has a chance to 2HKO Jumbao.
* Draco Meteor can be run instead if Jumbao is not a concern. It notably prevents Mega Latios from being switch-in bait for Greninja and Mega Alakazam and still does a lot to Landorus-T, while also dealing with Aurumoth. [Mention that it OHKOes Weavile too]
* Recover notably allows Mega Latios to consistently check Heatran and Volkraken.

Set Details
========

* A Hasty nature is preferred to a Naive nature to take on Volkraken and Heatran more comfortably.

Usage Tips
========

* You should actively use Mega Latios' respectable bulk, resistances, and ability to check and switch into play against Pokemon like Heatran, Volkraken, Landorus-T, and Arghonaut.
* To consistently keep doing this, you should aim to keep Mega Latios as healthy as possible.
* Furthermore, Mega Latios should use the right coverage move if Pokemon like Magearna or Jumbao are expected to switch-in, because it will be forced to switch out otherwise.
* You should also try to find a good balance between keeping Mega Latios healthy and picking the right move at the right time, because it cannot do this all at once.
[Note that if Weavile is present on the opposing team, you need to be careful about taking a KO with Mega Latios, as Weavile can always Pursuit trap you with the free switch, always removing Ice Beam sets and still taking a massive amount of health from Draco Meteor variants]

Team Options
========

* Spikes setters like Ash-Greninja, Ferrothorn, and Arghonaut are particularly useful with Mega Latios, because it can consistently wear down Pokemon like Ferrothorn as Mega Latios forces them. [Make clear that you mean Pokemon that Mega Latios forces to switch in]
* To add onto that, Ash-Greninja also forces damage on Ferrothorn and Mega Latios can take advantage of checks to it like Arghonaut and Toxapex.
* Pokemon that struggle with Fire-types like Heatran and Volkraken, such as Ferrothorn and Celesteela appreciate Mega Latios' presence, because it can check the former Fire-types.
* Magnezone can consistently pressure Steel-types like Celesteela and Ferrothorn that trouble Mega Latios. [Mention that it can outright remove them most of the time] Furthermore, Magnezone and other Steel-types like Heatran and Magearna can also check Fairy-types like Jumbao and Clefable.
* Pokemon like Shift Gear Magearna are good teammates, [Mention QD Aurumoth, another sweeper which appreciates those mons being worn down] because they appreciate Mega Latios' ability to weaken Pokemon like Magearna and Heatran.

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

* Hidden Power Fire is an option that can be run to pressure Ferrothorn and Mega Scizor, but Mega Latios has a hard time to fit it.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Pursuit**: Weavile is particularly threatening as it outspeeds and can OHKO Mega Latios with Icicle Crash. Which means that Mega Latios will, more often than not, want to switch out, meaning that Weavile can then trap Mega Latios with Pursuit. Colossoil can also Pursuit trap Mega Latios, but can also punish Mega Latios if it chooses to stay in to attack thanks to Sucker Punch. Lastly, Mega Tyranitar and Tyranitar can both Pursuit trap Mega Latios if it doesn't use Earthquake on their switch in. [Mention that both Tyranitar forms will still need to eat one or even two Earthquakes in order to KO from full HP because they're slower]

**Steel-types**: Steel-types like Ferrothorn and Celesteela can wall most Mega Latios. Ferrothorn must be wary of the rare Hidden Power Fire, however. Other Steel-types like Jirachi and Magearna can switch into any move other than Earthquake.

**Fairy-types**: Fairy-types can threaten Mega Latios tremendously as they can threaten it with their STAB attacks. However, Mega Mawile and Magearna don't like taking an Earthquake, while Jumbao must watch out for Ice Beam. Choice Scarf Tapu Lele is a pretty reliable offensive check, but it fails to switch in consistently. Lastly, Calm Clefable can check Mega Latios, as it is not 2HKOed by Psychic.

**Faster Offensive Pokemon**: Pokemon like Ash-Greninja, Mega Alakazam, Syclant, and Choice Scarf Kitsunoh can threaten Mega Latios with their respective STAB or coverage moves, but can't reliably switch in. [Mega Alakazam can actually wall non Draco Meteor sets relatively well, so mention that]

[Add a point about Chansey because its Chansey]

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Jordy, 395754]]
- Quality checked by: [[snake_rattler, 227784], [, ], [, ]]
- Grammar checked by: [[, ], [, ]]

Great job as usual, 2/3

 

[Jho]

[OVERVIEW]

While Mega Latios competes with other offensive Psychic-types like Mega Alakazam and Tapu Lele, it sets itself apart from them, because it is a consistent check to Pokemon like Arghonaut, Volkraken, Heatran, and Landorus-T thanks to its Dragon typing, access to reliably recovery, and Levitate. Its additional resistances and access to Recover also make it a lot easier for Mega Latios to switch into play, and unlike Tapu Lele, it's very durable thanks to this. It further distinguishes itself from other Psychic-types like Tapu Lele and Mega Alakazam through its access to Earthquake, which consistently allows it to deal with Steel-types like Heatran and Magearna. However, it tends to struggle against other Steel-types like Celesteela and Ferrothorn, which Mega Alakazam and Tapu Lele can overwhelm through their access to Focus Blast. Additionally, it's prone to getting Pursuit trapped by Weavile, Colossoil, as well as Mega Tyranitar to a certain extent. Furthermore, Mega Latios struggles to deal with Fairy-types like Jumbao, Tapu Lele, and Calm Clefable. (Pretty irrelevant, I'd just use the other 2 as examples)

[SET]
name: Mega Mixed Attacker
move 1: Psychic
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Draco Meteor / Ice Beam
move 4: Recover
item: Latiosite
ability: Levitate
nature: Hasty
evs: 4 Atk / 252 SpA / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========

Earthquake allows Mega Latios to deal with Heatran, while also letting it 2HKO Magearna and Mega Mawile upon switching in, as well as Mega Tyranitar after slight chip damage. Additionally, it OHKOes Mega Crucibelle, which Psychic is incapable of. Draco Meteor is run to prevent Mega Latios from being switch-in bait for Greninja, Weavile, Mega Alakazam, and Aurumoth. Alternatively, Ice Beam can be run to effectively check Pokemon like Gliscor and Landorus-T. Additionally, it has a chance to 2HKO Jumbao. Recover notably allows Mega Latios to consistently check Heatran and Volkraken.

Set Details
========

A Hasty nature is preferred to a Naive nature to take on Volkraken and Heatran more comfortably.

Usage Tips
========

You should actively use Mega Latios' respectable bulk, resistances, and ability to check and switch into play against Pokemon like Heatran, Volkraken, Landorus-T, and Arghonaut. To consistently keep doing this, you should aim to keep Mega Latios as healthy as possible. Furthermore, Mega Latios should use the right coverage move if Pokemon like Magearna or Jumbao are expected to switch-in, because it will be forced to switch out otherwise. You should also try to find a good balance between keeping Mega Latios healthy and picking the right move at the right time, because it cannot do this all at once. Also, if Weavile is present on the opposing, you should be extremely careful with using Mega Latios to pick up KOes, as it will always be able to Pursuit trap Mega Latios if it doesn't get hit by Draco Meteor on its switch in.

Team Options
========

Spikes setters like Ash-Greninja, Ferrothorn, and Arghonaut are particularly useful with Mega Latios, because it can consistently wear down Pokemon like Ferrothorn as Mega Latios forces them in. To add onto that, Ash-Greninja also forces damage on Ferrothorn and Mega Latios can take advantage of checks to it like Arghonaut and Toxapex. Pokemon that struggle with Fire-types like Heatran and Volkraken, such as Ferrothorn and Celesteela appreciate Mega Latios' presence, because it can check the former Fire-types. Magnezone can consistently take out Steel-types like Celesteela and Ferrothorn that trouble Mega Latios. Furthermore, Magnezone and other Steel-types like Heatran and Magearna can also check Fairy-types like Jumbao and Clefable. Pokemon like Shift Gear Magearna and Quiver Dance Aurumoth are good teammates, because they appreciate Mega Latios' ability to weaken Pokemon like Magearna and Heatran.

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

Hidden Power Fire is an option that can be run to pressure Ferrothorn and Mega Scizor, but Mega Latios has a hard time to fit it.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Pursuit**: Weavile is particularly threatening as it outspeeds and can OHKO Mega Latios with Icicle Crash. Which means that Mega Latios will, more often than not, want to switch out, meaning that Weavile can then trap Mega Latios with Pursuit. Colossoil can also Pursuit trap Mega Latios, but can also punish Mega Latios if it chooses to stay in to attack thanks to Sucker Punch. Lastly, Mega Tyranitar and Tyranitar can both Pursuit trap Mega Latios if it doesn't use Earthquake on their switch in. They should also be wary of Mega Latios staying in and using Earthquake, because it will significantly wear them down.

**Steel-types**: Steel-types like Ferrothorn and Celesteela can wall most Mega Latios. Ferrothorn must be wary of the rare Hidden Power Fire, however. Other Steel-types like Jirachi and Magearna can switch into any move other than Earthquake.

**Fairy-types**: Fairy-types can threaten Mega Latios tremendously as they can threaten it with their STAB attacks. However, Mega Mawile and Magearna don't like taking an Earthquake, while Jumbao must watch out for Ice Beam. Choice Scarf Tapu Lele is a pretty reliable offensive check, but it fails to switch in consistently. Lastly, Calm Clefable can check Mega Latios, as it is not 2HKOed by Psychic. (again, this isn't really relevant enough to include, other examples are plenty)

**Faster Offensive Pokemon**: Pokemon like Ash-Greninja, Mega Alakazam, Syclant, and Choice Scarf Kitsunoh can threaten Mega Latios with their respective STAB or coverage moves, but can't reliably switch in. Not only does Mega Alakazam offensively check Mega Latios, it can also switch into non-Draco Meteor variants with relative ease.

**Chansey**: Thanks to its elephantine special bulk, Chansey is capable of taking anything Mega Latios can throw at it.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Jordy, 395754]]
- Quality checked by: [[snake_rattler, 227784], [Mx, 298148], [, ]]
- Grammar checked by: [[, ], [, ]]

gj 3/3

 

[Rabia]

latias is cuter

 

[Rabia]

elephantine gp

[OVERVIEW]

While Mega Latios competes with other offensive Psychic-types like Mega Alakazam and Tapu Lele, it sets itself apart from them,(RC) because it is a consistent check to Pokemon like Arghonaut, Volkraken, Heatran, and Landorus-T thanks to its Dragon typing, access to reliably recovery, and Levitate. Its additional resistances and access to Recover also make it a lot easier for Mega Latios to switch into play, and unlike Tapu Lele, it's very durable thanks to this. It further distinguishes itself from other Psychic-types like Tapu Lele and Mega Alakazam through its access to Earthquake, which consistently allows it to consistently deal with Steel-types like Heatran and Magearna. However, it tends to struggle against other Steel-types like Celesteela and Ferrothorn, which Mega Alakazam and Tapu Lele can overwhelm over time through their access to with Focus Blast. Additionally, it's prone to getting Pursuit trapped by Weavile,(RC) and Colossoil, as well as Mega Tyranitar to a certain extent. Furthermore, Mega Latios struggles to deal with Fairy-types like Jumbao and Tapu Lele.

[SET]
name: Mega Mixed Attacker
move 1: Psychic
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Draco Meteor / Ice Beam
move 4: Recover
item: Latiosite
ability: Levitate
nature: Hasty
evs: 4 Atk / 252 SpA / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========

Earthquake allows Mega Latios to deal with Heatran, while also letting it 2HKO Magearna and Mega Mawile upon switching in, as well as Mega Tyranitar after slight chip damage. Additionally, it OHKOes Mega Crucibelle, which Psychic is incapable of. Draco Meteor is run to prevent Mega Latios from being switch-in bait for Greninja, Weavile, Mega Alakazam, and Aurumoth. Alternatively, Ice Beam can be run to effectively check Pokemon like Gliscor and Landorus-T. Additionally, it has a chance to 2HKO Jumbao. Recover notably allows Mega Latios to consistently check Heatran and Volkraken.

Set Details
========

A Hasty nature is preferred to a Naive nature to take on Volkraken and Heatran more comfortably.

Usage Tips
========

You should actively use Mega Latios' Latios's respectable bulk, resistances, and ability Levitate (this confused me when reading, so clarifying in case anyone else were to be confused) to check and switch into play against Pokemon like Heatran, Volkraken, Landorus-T, and Arghonaut. To consistently keep doing this, you should aim to keep Mega Latios as healthy as possible. Furthermore, Mega Latios should use the right coverage move if Pokemon like Magearna or and Jumbao are expected to switch in(RH), because as it will be forced to switch out otherwise. You should also try to find a good balance between keeping Mega Latios healthy and picking the right move at the right time,(RC) because it cannot do this all at once be played offensively and defensively at the same time (I think this is what you meant to convey?). Also, if Weavile is present on the opposing team, you should be extremely careful with using Mega Latios to pick up KOes KOs, as it will always be able to Pursuit trap Mega Latios if it doesn't get hit by Draco Meteor on its switch in.

Team Options
========

Spikes setters like Ash-Greninja, Ferrothorn, and Arghonaut are particularly useful with Mega Latios, because it as Spikes can consistently wear down Pokemon like Ferrothorn as Mega Latios forces them in. To add onto that, Ash-Greninja also forces damage on Ferrothorn,(AC) and Mega Latios can take advantage of checks to it like Arghonaut and Toxapex. Pokemon such as Ferrothorn and Celesteela that struggle with Fire-types like Heatran and Volkraken,(RC) such as Ferrothorn and Celesteela appreciate Mega Latios' presence,(RC) because it can check the former aforementioned Fire-types. Magnezone can consistently take out Steel-types like Celesteela and Ferrothorn that trouble Mega Latios. Furthermore, Magnezone and other Steel-types like Heatran and Magearna can also check Fairy-types like Jumbao and Clefable. Pokemon like Shift Gear Magearna and Quiver Dance Aurumoth are good teammates, because as they appreciate Mega Latios' Latios's ability to weaken Pokemon like Magearna and Heatran.

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

Hidden Power Fire is an option that can be run to pressure Ferrothorn and Mega Scizor, but Mega Latios has a hard time to fit fitting it.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Pursuit**: Weavile is particularly threatening,(AC) as it outspeeds and can OHKO Mega Latios with Icicle Crash.(RP) Which ,(AC) which means that Mega Latios will, more often than not, want to switch out,(RC) meaning that .(AP) This means Weavile can then trap Mega Latios with Pursuit. Colossoil can also Pursuit trap Mega Latios,(RC) but and can also punish Mega Latios it if it chooses to stay in to attack thanks to Sucker Punch. Lastly, Mega Tyranitar and Tyranitar can both Pursuit trap Mega Latios if it doesn't use Earthquake on their switch in. They should also be wary of Mega Latios staying in and using Earthquake, because as it will significantly wear them down.

**Steel-types**: Steel-types like Ferrothorn and Celesteela can wall most Mega Latios. Ferrothorn must be wary of the rare Hidden Power Fire, however. Other Steel-types like Jirachi and Magearna can switch into any move other than Earthquake.

**Fairy-types**: Fairy-types can threaten Mega Latios tremendously as they can threaten it with their STAB attacks. However, Mega Mawile and Magearna don't like taking an Earthquake, while Jumbao must watch out for Ice Beam. Choice Scarf Tapu Lele is a pretty reliable offensive check, but it fails to switch in consistently.

**Faster Offensive Pokemon**: Pokemon like Ash-Greninja, Mega Alakazam, Syclant, and Choice Scarf Kitsunoh can threaten Mega Latios with their respective STAB or coverage moves, but they can't reliably switch in. Not Additionally, not only does Mega Alakazam offensively check Mega Latios, it can also switch into non-Draco Meteor variants with relative ease.

**Chansey**: Thanks to its elephantine special bulk, Chansey is capable of taking anything Mega Latios can throw at it.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Jordy, 395754]]
- Quality checked by: [[snake_rattler, 227784], [Mx, 298148], [Jho, 208105]]
- Grammar checked by: [[Rabia, 336073], [, ]]

you know the colors, gp 1/2 when done

 

[Lumari]

remove add / fix (comments); (AC=add comma; RC=remove comma; SC=semicolon)
GP 2/2

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[OVERVIEW]

While Mega Latios competes with other offensive Psychic-types like Mega Alakazam and Tapu Lele, it sets itself apart from them with its Dragon typing, access to reliable recovery, and Levitate ability allow it to provide because it is a consistent check to Pokemon like Arghonaut, Volkraken, Heatran, and Landorus-T thanks to its Dragon typing, access to reliably recovery, and Levitate. Its additional resistances and access to Recover also make it a lot easier for Mega Latios to switch into play, and thanks to this, unlike Tapu Lele, it's very durable, thanks to this unlike Tapu Lele. It further distinguishes itself from other Psychic-types like Tapu Lele and Mega Alakazam through its access to Earthquake, which allows it to consistently deal with Steel-types like Heatran and Magearna. However, it tends to struggle against other Steel-types like Celesteela and Ferrothorn, which Mega Alakazam and Tapu Lele can overwhelm over time with Focus Blast. Additionally, it's prone to getting Pursuit trapped by Weavile and Colossoil, as well as by Mega Tyranitar to a certain extent. Furthermore, Mega Latios struggles to deal with Fairy-types like Jumbao and Tapu Lele.

[SET]
name: Mega Mixed Attacker
move 1: Psychic
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Draco Meteor / Ice Beam
move 4: Recover
item: Latiosite
ability: Levitate
nature: Hasty
evs: 4 Atk / 252 SpA / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
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Earthquake allows Mega Latios to deal with Heatran (RC) while also letting it 2HKO Magearna and Mega Mawile upon switching as they switch in, as well as Mega Tyranitar after slight chip damage. Additionally, it OHKOes Mega Crucibelle, which Psychic is incapable of. Draco Meteor is run to prevent Mega Latios from being switch-in bait for letting Greninja, Weavile, Mega Alakazam, and Aurumoth switch in for free. Alternatively, Ice Beam can be run to effectively check Pokemon like Gliscor and Landorus-T. Additionally, it has a chance to 2HKO Jumbao. Recover notably allows Mega Latios to consistently check Heatran and Volkraken.

Set Details
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A Hasty nature is preferred to a Naive nature to take on Volkraken and Heatran more comfortably.

Usage Tips
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You should actively use Mega Latios's respectable bulk, resistances, and ability Levitate to check and switch into Pokemon like Heatran, Volkraken, Landorus-T, and Arghonaut. To consistently keep doing this, you should aim to keep Mega Latios as healthy as possible. Furthermore, Mega Latios should use the right coverage move if Pokemon like Magearna and Jumbao are expected to switch in, as it will be forced to switch out otherwise. You should also try to find a good balance between keeping Mega Latios healthy and picking the right move at the right time because it cannot be played offensively and defensively at the same time. Also, if Weavile is present on the opposing team, you should be extremely careful with using Mega Latios to pick up KOs, as it will always be able to Pursuit trap Mega Latios if it doesn't get hit by Draco Meteor on its switch as it switches in.

Team Options
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Spikes setters like Ash-Greninja, Ferrothorn, and Arghonaut are particularly useful with Mega Latios, as Spikes the chip damage can consistently wear down Pokemon like Ferrothorn as Mega Latios forces them in. To add onto that, Ash-Greninja also forces damage on Ferrothorn, and Mega Latios can take advantage of checks to it like Arghonaut and Toxapex. Pokemon such as Ferrothorn and Celesteela that struggle with Fire-types like Heatran and Volkraken appreciate Mega Latios's presence because it can check the aforementioned Fire-types ability to check them. Magnezone can consistently take out Steel-types like Celesteela and Ferrothorn that trouble Mega Latios. Furthermore, Magnezone and other Steel-types like Heatran and Magearna can also check Fairy-types like Jumbao and Clefable. Pokemon like Shift Gear Magearna and Quiver Dance Aurumoth are good teammates, as they appreciate Mega Latios's ability to weaken Pokemon like Magearna and Heatran.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
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Hidden Power Fire is an option that can be run to pressure Ferrothorn and Mega Scizor, but Mega Latios has a hard time fitting it.

Checks and Counters
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**Pursuit**: Weavile is particularly threatening, as it outspeeds Mega Latios and can OHKO Mega Latios it with Icicle Crash, which means that Mega Latios will, more often than not, want to switch out This means and Weavile can then trap Mega Latios it with Pursuit. Colossoil can also Pursuit trap Mega Latios and can punish it if it chooses to stay in to attack thanks to Sucker Punch. Lastly, Mega Tyranitar and Tyranitar can both Pursuit trap Mega Latios if it doesn't use Earthquake on their as they switch in. They should also be wary of Mega Latios staying in and using Earthquake, as it will significantly wear them down.

**Steel-types**: Steel-types like Ferrothorn and Celesteela can wall most Mega Latios. Ferrothorn must be wary of the rare Hidden Power Fire, however. Other Steel-types like Jirachi and Magearna can switch into any move other than Earthquake.

**Fairy-types**: Fairy-types can threaten Mega Latios tremendously with their STAB attacks. However, Mega Mawile and Magearna don't like taking an Earthquake, while Jumbao must watch out for Ice Beam. Choice Scarf Tapu Lele is a pretty reliable offensive check, but it fails to switch in consistently.

**Faster Offensive Pokemon**: Pokemon like Ash-Greninja, Mega Alakazam, Syclant, and Choice Scarf Kitsunoh can threaten Mega Latios with their respective STAB or coverage moves, but they can't reliably switch in. Additionally, not only does Mega Alakazam offensively check Mega Latios, it can also switch into non-Draco Meteor variants with relative ease.

**Chansey**: Thanks to its elephantine special bulk, Chansey is capable of taking anything Mega Latios can throw at it.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Jordy, 395754]]
- Quality checked by: [[snake_rattler, 227784], [Mx, 298148], [Jho, 208105]]
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