Philip let me rewrite this set due the concept of my portion of the analysis relying heavily on Latias. So that answers why this isn't in QC if anyone is wondering. I removed all mentions of Latias and am currently working on finding a better EV Spread due to the old one being built to survive key hits from Latias who is now Uber. I will be gone from Wed-Fri so don't except any updates until then. Thanks and proofread away!
Status: Uploaded. Thanks a bunch Zapper, I know I can count on you! Great analysis.
[SET]
Name: Metal Sound Heatran
Move 1: Metal Sound
Move 2: Fire Blast
Move 3: Earth Power
Move 4: Hidden Power Grass
Item: Life Orb / Passho Berry
Nature: Timid / Modest
EVs: 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
IVs: 2 Atk / 30 SpA
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>Combine base 130 Special Attack, 120 Base Power Fire Blast, and the Special Defense-reducing Metal Sound, and Heatran becomes an extremely potent threat in the OU metagame. With Metal Sound, Heatran can combat Pokemon whom he otherwise cannot, such as Blissey, Tyranitar, and bulky Water-types. Because of this, Heatran can more effectively threaten his common switch-ins, making him harder to check.</p>
<p>After taking a Metal Sound, even Pokémon who resist Fire Blast will take huge amounts of damage. Earth Power and Hidden Power Grass are used for type coverage. The former hits Tyranitar and opposing Heatran, while the latter hits Water-types who constantly shut down Heatran. (It should be noted that the majority of Tyranitar hold Choice Scarf, so take caution if you decide to stay in and go for the kill). In OU, only Salamence and Dragonite resist this combination of moves; however, if you are able to hit them with Fire Blast after a Metal Sound, they are in for a deadly surprise.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Below are several damage calculations demonstrating the power Timid Heatran's Life Orb-boosted attacks have against threatening opponents hit by Metal Sound.</p>
<ul class="damage_calculation">
<li>Fire Blast vs 0 HP / 0 SpD Naive Salamence: 100%</li>
<li>Fire Blast vs 0 HP / 0 SpD Jolly Dragonite: 79% - 93%</li>
<li>Fire Blast vs 24 HP / 232 SpD Calm Blissey: 46% - 54%</li>
<li>Earth Power vs 160 HP / 0 SpD Adamant Tyranitar: 89% - 100%</li>
<li>Hidden Power Grass vs 188 HP / 0 SpD Bold Vaporeon: 92% - 100%</li>
<li>Hidden Power Grass vs 252 HP / 0 SpD Bold Suicune: 87% - 100%</li>
</ul>
<p>The strategy to using this set effectively is to switch Heatran in on a Pokemon whom he can threaten instantly, such as Rotom-A or Jirachi, and use Metal Sound while your opponent switches out. Once that has been accomplished, proceed to hit the switch-in with the most appropriate attack.</p>
<p>Although Heatran can hit hard after using Metal Sound, he usually will not obtain the KO, as some of his common counters, such as Starmie and offensive Suicune, will outspeed and threaten him. In order to remedy this situation, Heatran can use a Passho Berry so he can withstand a Water-type attack before securing the KO. Dropping some of his Speed EVs for HP EVs gives him enough bulk to withstand these Water-type attacks; an ideal spread to use would be Modest and 88 HP / 252 SpA / 168 Spe. This spread allows Heatran to survive a Timid Life Orb Hydro Pump from Starmie and easily KO back with Hidden Power Grass off of its –2 Special Defense from Metal Sound. Heatran also withstands a Hydro Pump from offensive Suicune and OHKOes it with Hidden Power Grass after Stealth Rock damage and sandstorm in play. He can also outspeed CroCune and 2HKO it. Furthermore, this spread is fast enough to outrun max Speed Adamant Scizor and most Magnezone. Although the suggested spread provides a decent amount of bulk for mid-game survivability, there are other options that can be used. You could opt to use 224 Speed EVs to outspeed defensive Zapdos, defensive Celebi, non-Choice Scarf Tyranitar, and neutral-nature 36 Speed Jirachi; however, you could opt for more bulk and simply settle for outrunning CroCune, which would require a mere investment of 80 Speed EVs.</p>
<p>Since Heatran appreciates the use of lures to bring in Pokemon whom he can set up on, that should be taken into account when using this. Jirachi is a great lure for Rotom-A, allowing Heatran to come in without much worry and gain a potential Flash Fire Boost from Will-O-Wisp or, in Rotom-H's case, Overheat. Another great teammate to use is Gengar, who can lure in Choice Scarf Jirachi and Choice Band Scizor. Entry hazard support is also strongly recommended as it helps Heatran score the needed KOs that he otherwise could not achieve, such as against Dragonite. Metal Sound also tends to force switches, racking up entry hazard damage on the opponent. Swampert makes a great Stealth Rock supporter with his overall bulk, and he also lures in Grass-types, such as Celebi, which Heatran can take advantage of. Skarmory is one of the most reliable Spikes users in the OU metagame, making him a prime candidate for setting them up. He also attracts Fire-type attacks and Rotom-A, whom Heatran can switch into without much fear.</p>
Status: Uploaded. Thanks a bunch Zapper, I know I can count on you! Great analysis.
[SET]
Name: Metal Sound Heatran
Move 1: Metal Sound
Move 2: Fire Blast
Move 3: Earth Power
Move 4: Hidden Power Grass
Item: Life Orb / Passho Berry
Nature: Timid / Modest
EVs: 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
IVs: 2 Atk / 30 SpA
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>Combine base 130 Special Attack, 120 Base Power Fire Blast, and the Special Defense-reducing Metal Sound, and Heatran becomes an extremely potent threat in the OU metagame. With Metal Sound, Heatran can combat Pokemon whom he otherwise cannot, such as Blissey, Tyranitar, and bulky Water-types. Because of this, Heatran can more effectively threaten his common switch-ins, making him harder to check.</p>
<p>After taking a Metal Sound, even Pokémon who resist Fire Blast will take huge amounts of damage. Earth Power and Hidden Power Grass are used for type coverage. The former hits Tyranitar and opposing Heatran, while the latter hits Water-types who constantly shut down Heatran. (It should be noted that the majority of Tyranitar hold Choice Scarf, so take caution if you decide to stay in and go for the kill). In OU, only Salamence and Dragonite resist this combination of moves; however, if you are able to hit them with Fire Blast after a Metal Sound, they are in for a deadly surprise.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Below are several damage calculations demonstrating the power Timid Heatran's Life Orb-boosted attacks have against threatening opponents hit by Metal Sound.</p>
<ul class="damage_calculation">
<li>Fire Blast vs 0 HP / 0 SpD Naive Salamence: 100%</li>
<li>Fire Blast vs 0 HP / 0 SpD Jolly Dragonite: 79% - 93%</li>
<li>Fire Blast vs 24 HP / 232 SpD Calm Blissey: 46% - 54%</li>
<li>Earth Power vs 160 HP / 0 SpD Adamant Tyranitar: 89% - 100%</li>
<li>Hidden Power Grass vs 188 HP / 0 SpD Bold Vaporeon: 92% - 100%</li>
<li>Hidden Power Grass vs 252 HP / 0 SpD Bold Suicune: 87% - 100%</li>
</ul>
<p>The strategy to using this set effectively is to switch Heatran in on a Pokemon whom he can threaten instantly, such as Rotom-A or Jirachi, and use Metal Sound while your opponent switches out. Once that has been accomplished, proceed to hit the switch-in with the most appropriate attack.</p>
<p>Although Heatran can hit hard after using Metal Sound, he usually will not obtain the KO, as some of his common counters, such as Starmie and offensive Suicune, will outspeed and threaten him. In order to remedy this situation, Heatran can use a Passho Berry so he can withstand a Water-type attack before securing the KO. Dropping some of his Speed EVs for HP EVs gives him enough bulk to withstand these Water-type attacks; an ideal spread to use would be Modest and 88 HP / 252 SpA / 168 Spe. This spread allows Heatran to survive a Timid Life Orb Hydro Pump from Starmie and easily KO back with Hidden Power Grass off of its –2 Special Defense from Metal Sound. Heatran also withstands a Hydro Pump from offensive Suicune and OHKOes it with Hidden Power Grass after Stealth Rock damage and sandstorm in play. He can also outspeed CroCune and 2HKO it. Furthermore, this spread is fast enough to outrun max Speed Adamant Scizor and most Magnezone. Although the suggested spread provides a decent amount of bulk for mid-game survivability, there are other options that can be used. You could opt to use 224 Speed EVs to outspeed defensive Zapdos, defensive Celebi, non-Choice Scarf Tyranitar, and neutral-nature 36 Speed Jirachi; however, you could opt for more bulk and simply settle for outrunning CroCune, which would require a mere investment of 80 Speed EVs.</p>
<p>Since Heatran appreciates the use of lures to bring in Pokemon whom he can set up on, that should be taken into account when using this. Jirachi is a great lure for Rotom-A, allowing Heatran to come in without much worry and gain a potential Flash Fire Boost from Will-O-Wisp or, in Rotom-H's case, Overheat. Another great teammate to use is Gengar, who can lure in Choice Scarf Jirachi and Choice Band Scizor. Entry hazard support is also strongly recommended as it helps Heatran score the needed KOs that he otherwise could not achieve, such as against Dragonite. Metal Sound also tends to force switches, racking up entry hazard damage on the opponent. Swampert makes a great Stealth Rock supporter with his overall bulk, and he also lures in Grass-types, such as Celebi, which Heatran can take advantage of. Skarmory is one of the most reliable Spikes users in the OU metagame, making him a prime candidate for setting them up. He also attracts Fire-type attacks and Rotom-A, whom Heatran can switch into without much fear.</p>
