some of OP stolen from Pigeons and OU Metagame Discussion Thread
Welcome to National Dex Overused! This thread will be used to discuss the National Dex OU metagame, letting users share theorymonning ideas, metagame observations, and sets! The format will follow standard OU clauses with the exception of allowing the transfer of omitted pokemon, mechanics (ie: Mega Evolution and Z-Moves), and items into the Gen 8 competitive scene. Thats right, our faithful old friend Landorus-T and many other significant threats such as Heatran, Garchomp, and Metagross are back to shake things up!
CLICK HERE FOR AN EXPLANATION OF NATIONAL DEX BATTLE MECHANICS
Council:
The banlist will parallel standard OU for the most part with a few exceptions of course:
Banlist:
Clauses: Species Clause, Sleep Clause, Evasion Clause, OHKO Clause, Endless Battle Clause, Dynamax Clause
Pokemon: Arceus*, Blastoise-Mega, Blaziken, Blaziken-Mega, Darkrai, Deoxys, Deoxys-A, Deoxys-S, Dialga, Eternatus, Genesect, Gengar-Mega, Giratina, Giratina-O, Groudon, Ho-Oh, Kangaskhan-Mega, Kyogre, Kyurem-B, Kyurem-W, Landorus, Lucario-Mega, Lugia, Lunala, Marshadow, Mewtwo, Naganadel, Necrozma-DW, Necrozma-DM, Palkia, Pheromosa, Rayquaza, Reshiram, Salamence-Mega, Shaymin-S, Solgaleo, Xerneas, Yveltal, Zacian, Zacian-C, Zamazenta, Zamazenta-C, Zekrom, Zygarde
* All formes
Abilities: Shadow Tag, Power Construct, Moody, Arena Trap
Moves: Baton Pass
Noticeable Unbans:
: Given the nerf to it's offenses / defenses depending on which form it is in conjunction with the nerf to King's Shield, Aegislash will be given another chance to roam in the OU environment once more. However, it must be noted that it gains access to Toxic in this format, meaning checks in standard OU such as Mandibuzz and Hippowdon can have a much more difficult time pivoting into it.
: Given the radical environment of National Dex OU at the moment due to the potential of Dynamax mons alongside the potential of checks such as Aegislash, Corviknight, and Mega Scizor, Mega Metagross will also be given another chance in the OU environment. It may still cause a headache due to it's excellent stats and great power backed up by colorful coverage, so only time will tell if it will be meant to stay!
: With the newfound access to Spikes in Mew's arsenal, Deoxys-D has now direct competition as an entry hazard lead setter. In conjunction with the influx of hazard removal, both old and new, on top of items that directly alleviate the effects of entry hazards (ie: Heavy-Duty Boots), Deoxys-D is theoretically less impactful as an entry hazard setter for offensive teams and has been unbanned as a result.
New Items:
Blunder Policy: Raises Speed sharply when a Pokémon misses with a move because of accuracy.
Eject Pack: An item to be held by a Pokémon. When the holder's stats are lowered, it will be switched out of battle.
Heavy-Duty Boots: These boots prevent the effects of traps set on the battlefield.
Room Service: An item to be held by a Pokémon. Lowers Speed when Trick Room takes effect.
Throat Spray: Raises Sp. Atk when a Pokémon uses a sound-based move.
Utility Umbrella: An item to be held by a Pokémon. This sturdy umbrella protects the holder from the effects of weather.
And that is all! The OP will be updated regularly as updates occur. Feel free to discuss the metagame as of now and resources should be up shortly as the metagame settles!
Welcome to National Dex Overused! This thread will be used to discuss the National Dex OU metagame, letting users share theorymonning ideas, metagame observations, and sets! The format will follow standard OU clauses with the exception of allowing the transfer of omitted pokemon, mechanics (ie: Mega Evolution and Z-Moves), and items into the Gen 8 competitive scene. Thats right, our faithful old friend Landorus-T and many other significant threats such as Heatran, Garchomp, and Metagross are back to shake things up!
CLICK HERE FOR AN EXPLANATION OF NATIONAL DEX BATTLE MECHANICS
Council:
- Jho (Tier Leader)
- SputnikGT
- Guardsweeper
- Jordy
- Zneon
The banlist will parallel standard OU for the most part with a few exceptions of course:
Banlist:
Clauses: Species Clause, Sleep Clause, Evasion Clause, OHKO Clause, Endless Battle Clause, Dynamax Clause
Pokemon: Arceus*, Blastoise-Mega, Blaziken, Blaziken-Mega, Darkrai, Deoxys, Deoxys-A, Deoxys-S, Dialga, Eternatus, Genesect, Gengar-Mega, Giratina, Giratina-O, Groudon, Ho-Oh, Kangaskhan-Mega, Kyogre, Kyurem-B, Kyurem-W, Landorus, Lucario-Mega, Lugia, Lunala, Marshadow, Mewtwo, Naganadel, Necrozma-DW, Necrozma-DM, Palkia, Pheromosa, Rayquaza, Reshiram, Salamence-Mega, Shaymin-S, Solgaleo, Xerneas, Yveltal, Zacian, Zacian-C, Zamazenta, Zamazenta-C, Zekrom, Zygarde
* All formes
Abilities: Shadow Tag, Power Construct, Moody, Arena Trap
Moves: Baton Pass
Noticeable Unbans:
New Items:
Blunder Policy: Raises Speed sharply when a Pokémon misses with a move because of accuracy.
Eject Pack: An item to be held by a Pokémon. When the holder's stats are lowered, it will be switched out of battle.
Heavy-Duty Boots: These boots prevent the effects of traps set on the battlefield.
Room Service: An item to be held by a Pokémon. Lowers Speed when Trick Room takes effect.
Throat Spray: Raises Sp. Atk when a Pokémon uses a sound-based move.
Utility Umbrella: An item to be held by a Pokémon. This sturdy umbrella protects the holder from the effects of weather.
And that is all! The OP will be updated regularly as updates occur. Feel free to discuss the metagame as of now and resources should be up shortly as the metagame settles!
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