INTRODUCTION
Hi there, I’m Vegalius an active user in the Ubers room on Pokemon Showdown. I’ve been into competitive battling since the end of XY and have spent a decent amount of time learning the metagame. Though I originally began with ORAS OU, I grew tired of the popular tier and the Pokemon the reside within it. I would have never had thought I would grow accustomed the Ubers Tier, but as I wanted to try to use gimmicks that are far more enjoyable in Ubers than any other tier (Don’t even get me started with AG), I soon found out that it IS quite a competitive environment as OU or even any other tier. That’s what sparked my interest in Ubers. I’m actually very glad that I had developed an interest, as there have been many times I’ve ladder past 1500 on the ladder.
Hi there, I’m Vegalius an active user in the Ubers room on Pokemon Showdown. I’ve been into competitive battling since the end of XY and have spent a decent amount of time learning the metagame. Though I originally began with ORAS OU, I grew tired of the popular tier and the Pokemon the reside within it. I would have never had thought I would grow accustomed the Ubers Tier, but as I wanted to try to use gimmicks that are far more enjoyable in Ubers than any other tier (Don’t even get me started with AG), I soon found out that it IS quite a competitive environment as OU or even any other tier. That’s what sparked my interest in Ubers. I’m actually very glad that I had developed an interest, as there have been many times I’ve ladder past 1500 on the ladder.
So, now about the team. This team is to help support and prepare a mid to late game sweep with Mega Diancie and Latios. Do keep in mind as I’m still learning how to efficiently build teams so this team isn’t the greatest. Also, since this is my very first RMT, do excuse any poor analysis. Finally, feel free to change up any aspect of the team as all tip, fixes and suggestions are welcome and appreciated.
Without further ado –
AT A GLANCE
It's funny how this team was originally a Xerneas team, but then evolved into what it is now. The core of this team consists of Mega Dinacie and Latios as offense mons, which actually work surprisingly well together when covering each others weak points. Diance lures in things like Skarmory, Ferrothorn and PDon, while latios takes care of Primal Kyogre, Water and Ground Arceus and even Ferrothorn. PDon is there for rocks and there really isn't a reason not to have him on an Ubers team as he is arguably the best Ubers mon yet. Ground Arceus is thrown into the mix to help out with opposing PDons and offers the team a defoger. Klefki is for Darkrai, Xerneas and other set up sweepers, as it can slow them down with TWave. Yveltal takes care of Ekiller via Foul Play, as it can be quite troublesome if not dealt with asap. So overall, this team is quite solid in the current meta. Though is has some flaws (what team doesn't?), I feel like if used correctly it can go far.
IN-DEPTH
Without further ado –
AT A GLANCE
It's funny how this team was originally a Xerneas team, but then evolved into what it is now. The core of this team consists of Mega Dinacie and Latios as offense mons, which actually work surprisingly well together when covering each others weak points. Diance lures in things like Skarmory, Ferrothorn and PDon, while latios takes care of Primal Kyogre, Water and Ground Arceus and even Ferrothorn. PDon is there for rocks and there really isn't a reason not to have him on an Ubers team as he is arguably the best Ubers mon yet. Ground Arceus is thrown into the mix to help out with opposing PDons and offers the team a defoger. Klefki is for Darkrai, Xerneas and other set up sweepers, as it can slow them down with TWave. Yveltal takes care of Ekiller via Foul Play, as it can be quite troublesome if not dealt with asap. So overall, this team is quite solid in the current meta. Though is has some flaws (what team doesn't?), I feel like if used correctly it can go far.
IN-DEPTH
Diancie-Mega @ Diancite
Ability: Clear Body
EVs: 4 Atk / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
Mild Nature
- Protect - Ensures a safe mega evolution, can be used for scouting and can stall out status damage.
- Moonblast - Best fairy type move ever! Great hard hitting STAB move.
- Earth Power - Optimal Coverage.
- Diamond Storm - Amazing signature move that hits really hard. RIP Ho-Oh 2014-Present.
With the rise of ORAS, we received a new toy to play with: Mega Diancie. With a major buff to it's speed and offenses, an amazing hard hitting STAB attacks and the ability to stop Darkrai (Magic Bounce), this mega quickly made it to the front lines in battle. I chose Mega Diancie as it can reliably check Darkrai, Lugia, Yvetal and Ho-Oh (Though I wouldn't advise hard switching this in on it). The Mild Nature allows Diancie to nab 2HKOs that Timid doesn't.
Latios @ Soul Dew
Ability: Levitate
EVs: 4 HP / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
Modest Nature
IVs: 0 Atk / 30 SpA / 30 Spe
Hits Primal Kyogre that runs Calm Mind, Blissey and Sometimes Mega Gengar. - Psyshock
A must have STAB move that bops PDon and others. - Draco Meteor
Excellent coverage that nails Ferrothorn and Skarmory swithins really hard. - Hidden Power [Fire]
For Primal Kyogre that hasn't setup a CM yet. - Grass Knot
When you see Latios in Ubers there is only one item you should expect to see it be using: Soul Dew. With this Item this Pokemon becomes a MONSTER in Special Attack. Draco Meteor is a must have move as it takes care of PDon and other Physically Defensive mons. Psyshock is its other STAB that allows it to hit Blissey and +1 Primal Kyogre. Since Latios can lure in steel types such as Ferrothorn and Skarmory, I decided to add HP Fire to the mix to catch them off guard. Just be wary of Special Defensive Ferro though as HP Fire won't OHKO it. Grass Knot is for Primal Kyogre that hasn't set up a Calm Mind yet.
Groudon-Primal @ Red Orb
Ability: Desolate Land
EVs: 248 HP / 8 Atk / 252 SpD
Sassy Nature
- Precipice Blades - Hard hitting STAB that destroys may Steel, Rock and Fire types.
- Roar - Phazes out set up Sweeps. Mainly used for Xerneas.
- Lava Plume - Drops Ferrothorn and Skarmory.
- Stealth Rock - Kinda Self Explanatory Here...
The one Pokemon that sometimes people wish gets banned to AG: Primal Groudon. There is no reason not to have this monster on your Ubers team, as it is arguably the best Pokemon in the Ubers tier. Stealth are easily set up as it can almost always find a time to set them out. Lave Plume is for those annoying Ferrothorn and Skarmory. Precipice Blades hit most things with a decent amount of damage. Roar is to Phaze ouy Set-Up sweeps. This is my check for Primal Kyogre and Xerneas. Just to be safe, I DO NOT switch this in on a Xerneas as it can wear it down with Moonblast just to come in later to set up. Therefore I usually just go into Klefki.
Arceus-Ground @ Earth Plate
Ability: Multitype
EVs: 248 HP / 252 Def / 8 SpA
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
Rid my side of field of those annoying rocks. - Defog
To stay alive as long as possible. - Recover
Optimum Coverage that can destroy Rayquaza and Salemence. - Ice Beam
Checks PDon really well. - Judgment
Arceus can be used for so many roles, but I chose: Arceus-Ground. This is my #1 Primal Groudon and Klefki check as they can't do too much to me while I can Defog their hazards away and strike them back with a Ground Type Judgement. I always switch this in on Klefki as it could Foul Play my ground which I could possibly need for a Xerneas. This also can be used for Dialga as is does decent damage to it. Ice beam is just coverage that smacks Mega Salemence and Rayquaza. Recover, just to stay alive longer.
Klefki @ Leftovers
Ability: Prankster
EVs: 248 HP / 8 Atk / 252 SpD
Careful Nature
- Thunder Wave - Slows down Set-up sweepers and Darkrai.
- Toxic - For Lugia and Primal Groudon switch ins.
- Spikes - Mmmm, more hazards...
- Play Rough - Die Darkrai.
I hate this mon when it's used against me regardless of the team I use, but it can be useful: Klefki. I always switch this into Xerneas first before PDon. I can slow it down with Thunder Wave and weaken it with Play Rough. The problem is, Aromatherapy Variants really give me trouble as they will cure their status and possibly proceed to sweep my team if I don't have PDon at decent health. Klefki is also my Darkrai, Mewtwo and setup sweeper check as It can greatly slow them down with TWave. Spikes are just a filler slot move, but can help when certain mons need to be OHKOd.
Yveltal @ Charti Berry
Ability: Dark Aura
EVs: 248 HP / 252 Def / 8 SpD
Impish Nature
Destroys Physical Setup sweepers. - Foul Play
Keeps me alive longer. - Roost
Revenge killing STAB Attack. - Sucker Punch
Stops stall on the spot. - Taunt
One of the best mons that either be Offensive or Defensive imo: Yveltal. Without this mon, MANY Physical Sweepers could break through be team with ease. This checks Stone Edge Ekiller, Power Up Punch Mega Kang and some time Mega Mence. Charti Berry is so that Ekiller with stone edge doesn't destroy me while I retaliate back with a Foul Play. I can taunt Will-O-Wisp Giratina and simply defeat it with Foul Play. Sucker Punch is for sweeper that are fast and need revenge killing. Roost is for stamina, as I don't have Leftovers.
CONCLUSION
Though this team possibly has flaws, I feel like if it is properly used, it can and WILL go far. I plan on Laddering with this team and further improving it. Anyways, thank you for check this RMT out and feel free to rate and suggest any changes. Now for the Importable and Shout Out!
Original Team Importable: http://pastebin.com/C9KiHGqG
Team With Changes Importable: http://pastebin.com/crFpNDr4
Darrell1297, Pohjis, DontStealMyPenguin, Hack, soviet, Cranham, Sweep, Dice.
Sorry if I forgot you. Let me know and I'll add you! :]
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