OM Victim of the Week! Week 12: MnM Magearna

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The winner this week is Willdbeast with abriel gabram coming in second and SuperSkylake in third.
The final Victim of the Week is

Magearna @ Pinsirite
Ability: Soul-Heart
EVs: 36 HP / 252 Atk / 220 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Shift Gear
- Return
- Substitute
- Pain Split
Submissions close 11/8.
On another note, Willdbeast has already cemented his spot at the top of the leaderboard, but 2nd and 3rd place are still up for the taking!
 
Zekrom @ Leftovers
Ability: Teravolt
EVs: 252 HP / 16 Atk / 240 Def
Impish Nature
- Bolt Strike
- Roost
- Toxic
- Defog

Pins Mage Calcs:
252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 240+ Def Zekrom: 67-80 (16.5 - 19.8%) -- possible 7HKO after Leftovers recovery
+1 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 240+ Def Zekrom: 102-120 (25.2 - 29.7%) -- 0% chance to 4HKO after Leftovers recovery
+2 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 240+ Def Zekrom: 135-159 (33.4 - 39.3%) -- 17% chance to 3HKO after Leftovers recovery


And i know the set doesn't have boom but even if some random pins mage on ladder wants to boom:
+2 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Explosion vs. 252 HP / 240+ Def Zekrom: 331-390 (81.9 - 96.5%) -- guaranteed 2HKO after Leftovers recovery

Zekrom can roost up on pins mage and comfortably ohko whenever you feel like it (like after defogging):
16 Atk Teravolt Zekrom Bolt Strike vs. 36 HP / 0 Def Magearna: 312-368 (100.6 - 118.7%) -- guaranteed OHKO


Honestly Zekrom kinda hard counters all pins mage sets, and unlike the other "checks" is much harder to wear down because of its access to recovery and defog, while also being able to take on some other threats in the meta, such as pinstei, kart to an extent, dia terrak is a roll with rocks (but otherwise ur fine), and ho-oh, and use them as a chance to defog, while also putting in work versus some defensive mons, such as pex and mandi and helps vs stall a bit. It also can tank a z from lunala if needed.

While Zekrom may not be one of the most meta picks, it does do well against some top choices in the tier, especially with some team support. Also pins mag shouldn't be koing you in the next century
imma add to this more but im sleepy and wanted to do more than just a reserve post
 
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:sm/zeraora:
Zeraora @ Pinsirite
Ability: Volt Absorb
Happiness: 0
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Fake Out
- Bulk Up
- Plasma Fists
- Frustration

Zeraora is an offensive check to Magearna, able to switch into it unboosted and threaten a 2HKO with Fake Out and Plasma Fists.

252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 0 HP / 0 Def Zeraora: 111-131 (35 - 41.3%) -- guaranteed 3HKO
+1 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 0 HP / 0 Def Zeraora: 166-196 (52.3 - 61.8%) -- guaranteed 2HKO

252 Atk Aerilate Zeraora Fake Out vs. 36 HP / 0 Def Magearna: 33-39 (10.6 - 12.5%) -- possible 8HKO
252 Atk Zeraora Plasma Fists vs. 36 HP / 0 Def Magearna: 270-320 (87 - 103.2%) -- 18.8% chance to OHKO
 
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Buzzwole @ Aggronite
Ability: Beast Boost
EVs: 252 HP / 4 Atk / 252 Def
Adamant Nature
- Thunder Punch
- Ice Punch
- Roost
- Lunge / Toxic

Buzzwole is a strong check to Magearna, as 2HKOes Magearna with Thunder Punch most of the time while Magearna can only 3HKO with a +1 Return. If Magearna hasn't boosted yet, Buzzwole will always win, and even if it Shift Gears on the switch, Buzzwole will still win unless it gets really unlucky damage rolls.

4+ Atk Buzzwole Thunder Punch vs. 36 HP / 0 Def Magearna: 146-172 (47 - 55.4%) -- 71.9% chance to 2HKO
+1 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 252 Def Buzzwole: 159-187 (38 - 44.7%) -- guaranteed 3HKO
 
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D2TheW

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Xurkitree @ Manectite
Ability: Beast Boost
EVs: 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Thunderbolt
- Energy Ball
- Hidden Power Ice
- Tail Glow
Manectite Xurk is a counter to this Mag set and pretty much every other pinsirite Mags. It takes -1 hits pretty well, as you presumably aren't letting them set up before switching in, and it can kill it back. Coverage is up to you, energy ball and hp ice are nice but can be subbed for volt switch and a bulkier ev spread to pivot better but sweep worse. Xurk is a hell of a lot worse since the Shuckle ban but it can still pivot in on slow stuff and hit everything hard or set up on walls and hit everything really hard.

Calcs:
-1 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Frustration vs. 0 HP / 4 Def Xurkitree: 76-90 (24.7 - 29.3%) -- 100% chance to 4HKO

252 SpA Xurkitree Thunderbolt vs. 36 HP / 0 SpD Magearna: 320-378 (103.2 - 121.9%) -- guaranteed OHKO
 
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Magearna @ Manectite
Ability: Soul-Heart
EVs: 36 HP / 252 SpA / 220 Spe
Modest Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Fleur Cannon
- Thunderbolt
- Calm Mind
- Pain Split

Manectite Magearna is a good way to counter Pinsirite Magearna, as it resists its Stab and reduce its Attack while being faster before a Shift Gear. Taking close to nothing from return allows you to use Calm Mind easily, or you can just click fleur cannon if you expect a switch on a ground type like Groudon-Primal, while Thunderbolt deals massive damage to Pinsirite Magearna, and Pain Split allows you to stay healthy during the match.

-1 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 36 HP / 0 Def Magearna: 54-65 (17.4 - 20.9%) -- possible 5HKO
252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 36 HP / 0 Def Magearna: 82-97 (26.4 - 31.2%) -- guaranteed 4HKO
252+ SpA Magearna Thunderbolt vs. 36 HP / 0 SpD Magearna: 194-230 (62.5 - 74.1%) -- guaranteed 2HKO
+1 252+ SpA Magearna Thunderbolt vs. 36 HP / 0 SpD Magearna: 292-344 (94.1 - 110.9%) -- 62.5% chance to OHKO
+1 252+ SpA Magearna Fleur Cannon vs. 36 HP / 0 SpD Magearna: 157-186 (50.6 - 60%) -- guaranteed 2HKO
 
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:sm/groudon-primal:

Groudon @ Red Orb
Ability: Drought
EVs: 252 HP / 188 Def / 68 SpD
Relaxed Nature
- Lava Plume
- Precipice Blades
- Stone Edge / Smack Down
- Stealth Rock

Primal Groudon is capable of taking multiple Returns at +1 and dishing out lethal damage with Lava Plume. Lava Plume is used over Overheat to prevent potential miss fishing and in general means this don comes out with more HP at the end of a fight. Overall, solid counter, as it covers both Pinsirite Magearna and other Magearna.

0 SpA Groudon-Primal Lava Plume vs. 36 HP / 0 SpD Magearna in Harsh Sunshine: 284-336 (91.6 - 108.3%) -- 50% chance to OHKO
0 SpA Groudon-Primal Lava Plume vs. 116 HP / 0 SpD Magearna in Harsh Sunshine: 284-336 (86 - 101.8%) -- 12.5% chance to OHKO
252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 188+ Def Groudon-Primal: 114-135 (28.2 - 33.4%) -- 0% chance to 3HKO
+1 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 188+ Def Groudon-Primal: 169-201 (41.8 - 49.7%) -- guaranteed 3HKO
 
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havent been many submissions this time really so i'll throw one in
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Arceus-Rock @ Stone Plate
Ability: Multitype
EVs: 252 HP / 240 Def / 16 Spe
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Judgment
- Earth Power
- Calm Mind / Will-O-Wisp
- Recover

Arceus-Rock is one of the most reliable Pins Mage answers, and is a solid check to other tough metagame threats like Pinsirite Entei. Will-O-Wisp, while not necessary to check Pins Mage, is a helpful option that can do a ton as it can hinder Magearna's Attack (though it's generally best to just spam Judgment so there's no mindgames involved with Substitute). Defog or Stealth Rock can be replaced by any filler move really such as Refresh, Earth Power or even Calm Mind. EDIT: Chazm reminded me that pre-mega Magearna can sub up against mono-Judgment attacking Rockceus, so Earth Power is the only 4th move I'd recommend in this situation.

Calcs:
+1 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 240+ Def Arceus-Rock: 102-120 (22.9 - 27%) -- 52% chance to 4HKO
+2 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 240+ Def Arceus-Rock: 135-160 (30.4 - 36%) -- 49.3% chance to 3HKO
0 SpA Stone Plate Arceus-Rock Judgment vs. 36 HP / 0 SpD Magearna: 117-138 (37.7 - 44.5%) -- guaranteed 3HKO

I'm gonna extend the deadline for submissions until tomorrow night since this is the last VotW and I'd like to see another submission or two.
 
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:sm/zapdos:
Zapdos @ Sablenite
Ability: Static
EVs: 252 HP / 212 Def / 44 SpD
Bold / Relaxed Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Heat Wave
- Toxic
- Roost
- Discharge / Volt Switch

Zapdos as a Counter resists Flying moves and has two moves that hit Magearna for super effective damage. Other stones are also useable I just picked the most viable one I think.

+1 252+ Atk Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 212+ Def Zapdos: 107-126 (27.8 - 32.8%) -- guaranteed 4HKO
0 SpA Zapdos Discharge vs. 36 HP / 0 SpD Magearna: 186-218 (60 - 70.3%) -- guaranteed 2HKO
0 SpA Zapdos Heat Wave vs. 36 HP / 0 SpD Magearna: 146-174 (47 - 56.1%) -- 80.9% chance to 2HKO
0 SpA Zapdos Volt Switch vs. 36 HP / 0 SpD Magearna: 162-192 (52.2 - 61.9%) -- guaranteed 2HKO
 
since these are all pretty standard i'll throw in a bit of a spicy counter

Golem-Alola @ Metagrossite / Latiosite / Tyranitarite / Leftovers
Ability: Magnet Pull
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Atk / 4 SpD
Adamant Nature
- Thunder Punch
- Fire Punch
- Earthquake
- Stone Edge / Volt Switch / Stealth Rock

Standard trap and kill, 4x resist eats returns for breakfast. Mag can be annoying with repeatedly subbing and pain splitting in the end but you always win the 1v1 regardless. Can also make short work of some other mag sets, aggro buzz (lati if buzz is eq), skarm etc...
+1 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 0 Def Golem-Alola: 63-75 (17.3 - 20.6%) -- possible 5HKO
252+ Atk Golem-Alola Thunder Punch vs. 36 HP / 0 Def Magearna: 198-234 (63.8 - 75.4%) -- guaranteed 2HKO

Since i cant post 2 submissions i'll leave the secondary dessert here just for the sake of sharing.

Magnezone @ Latiasite / Manectite / Glalitite / Pinsirite / Leftovers / Electrium Z
Ability: Magnet Pull
EVs: 248 HP / 252 SpA / 8 SpD
Modest Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Thunderbolt
- Volt Switch
- Flash Cannon
- Tri Attack / Explosion

Same exact thing, it's probably even better but Golem is more fun.
 
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since these are all pretty standard i'll throw in a bit of a spicy counter

Golem-Alola @ Metagrossite / Latiosite / Tyranitarite / Leftovers
Ability: Magnet Pull
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Atk / 4 SpD
Adamant Nature
- Thunder Punch
- Fire Punch
- Earthquake
- Stone Edge / Volt Switch / Stealth Rock

Standard trap and kill, 4x resist eats returns for breakfast. Mag can be annoying with repeatedly subbing and pain splitting in the end but you always win the 1v1 regardless. Can also make short work of some other mag sets, aggro buzz (lati if buzz is eq), skarm etc...
+1 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 0 Def Golem-Alola: 63-75 (17.3 - 20.6%) -- possible 5HKO
252+ Atk Golem-Alola Thunder Punch vs. 36 HP / 0 Def Magearna: 198-234 (63.8 - 75.4%) -- guaranteed 2HKO

Since i cant post 2 submissions i'll leave the secondary dessert here just for the sake of sharing.

Magnezone @ Latiasite / Refrigerate / Pinsirite / Leftovers / Electrium Z
Ability: Magnet Pull
EVs: 248 HP / 252 SpA / 8 SpD
Modest Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Thunderbolt
- Volt Switch
- Flash Cannon
- Tri Attack / Explosion

Same exact thing, it's probably even better but Golem is more fun.
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ngl i feel like buzz beats it lmao
 

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Zekrom @ Leftovers
Ability: Teravolt
EVs: 252 HP / 16 Atk / 240 Def
Impish Nature
- Bolt Strike
- Roost
- Toxic
- Defog

Pins Mage Calcs:
252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 240+ Def Zekrom: 67-80 (16.5 - 19.8%) -- possible 7HKO after Leftovers recovery
+1 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 240+ Def Zekrom: 102-120 (25.2 - 29.7%) -- 0% chance to 4HKO after Leftovers recovery
+2 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 240+ Def Zekrom: 135-159 (33.4 - 39.3%) -- 17% chance to 3HKO after Leftovers recovery

And i know the set doesn't have boom but even if some random pins mage on ladder wants to boom:
+2 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Explosion vs. 252 HP / 240+ Def Zekrom: 331-390 (81.9 - 96.5%) -- guaranteed 2HKO after Leftovers recovery

Zekrom can roost up on pins mage and comfortably ohko whenever you feel like it (like after defogging):
16 Atk Teravolt Zekrom Bolt Strike vs. 36 HP / 0 Def Magearna: 312-368 (100.6 - 118.7%) -- guaranteed OHKO


Honestly Zekrom kinda hard counters all pins mage sets, and unlike the other "checks" is much harder to wear down because of its access to recovery and defog, while also being able to take on some other threats in the meta, such as pinstei, kart to an extent, dia terrak is a roll with rocks (but otherwise ur fine), and ho-oh, and use them as a chance to defog, while also putting in work versus some defensive mons, such as pex and mandi and helps vs stall a bit. It also can tank a z from lunala if needed.

While Zekrom may not be one of the most meta picks, it does do well against some top choices in the tier, especially with some team support. Also pins mag shouldn't be koing you in the next century
imma add to this more but im sleepy and wanted to do more than just a reserve post

:sm/zeraora:
Zeraora @ Pinsirite
Ability: Volt Absorb
Happiness: 0
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Fake Out
- Bulk Up
- Plasma Fists
- Frustration

Zeraora is an offensive check to Magearna, able to switch into it unboosted and threaten a 2HKO with Fake Out and Plasma Fists.

252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 0 HP / 0 Def Zeraora: 111-131 (35 - 41.3%) -- guaranteed 3HKO
+1 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 0 HP / 0 Def Zeraora: 166-196 (52.3 - 61.8%) -- guaranteed 2HKO

252 Atk Aerilate Zeraora Fake Out vs. 36 HP / 0 Def Magearna: 33-39 (10.6 - 12.5%) -- possible 8HKO
252 Atk Zeraora Plasma Fists vs. 36 HP / 0 Def Magearna: 270-320 (87 - 103.2%) -- 18.8% chance to OHKO




Buzzwole @ Aggronite
Ability: Beast Boost
EVs: 252 HP / 4 Atk / 252 Def
Adamant Nature
- Thunder Punch
- Ice Punch
- Roost
- Lunge / Toxic

Buzzwole is a strong check to Magearna, as 2HKOes Magearna with Thunder Punch most of the time while Magearna can only 3HKO with a +1 Return. If Magearna hasn't boosted yet, Buzzwole will always win, and even if it Shift Gears on the switch, Buzzwole will still win unless it gets really unlucky damage rolls.

4+ Atk Buzzwole Thunder Punch vs. 36 HP / 0 Def Magearna: 146-172 (47 - 55.4%) -- 71.9% chance to 2HKO
+1 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 252 Def Buzzwole: 159-187 (38 - 44.7%) -- guaranteed 3HKO

Xurkitree @ Manectite
Ability: Beast Boost
EVs: 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Thunderbolt
- Energy Ball
- Hidden Power Ice
- Tail Glow
Manectite Xurk is a counter to this Mag set and pretty much every other pinsirite Mags. It takes -1 hits pretty well, as you presumably aren't letting them set up before switching in, and it can kill it back. Coverage is up to you, energy ball and hp ice are nice but can be subbed for volt switch and a bulkier ev spread to pivot better but sweep worse. Xurk is a hell of a lot worse since the Shuckle ban but it can still pivot in on slow stuff and hit everything hard or set up on walls and hit everything really hard.

Calcs:
-1 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Frustration vs. 0 HP / 4 Def Xurkitree: 76-90 (24.7 - 29.3%) -- 100% chance to 4HKO

252 SpA Xurkitree Thunderbolt vs. 36 HP / 0 SpD Magearna: 320-378 (103.2 - 121.9%) -- guaranteed OHKO

Magearna @ Manectite
Ability: Soul-Heart
EVs: 36 HP / 252 SpA / 220 Spe
Modest Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Fleur Cannon
- Thunderbolt
- Calm Mind
- Pain Split

Manectite Magearna is a good way to counter Pinsirite Magearna, as it resists its Stab and reduce its Attack while being faster before a Shift Gear. Taking close to nothing from return allows you to use Calm Mind easily, or you can just click fleur cannon if you expect a switch on a ground type like Groudon-Primal, while Thunderbolt deals massive damage to Pinsirite Magearna, and Pain Split allows you to stay healthy during the match.

-1 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 36 HP / 0 Def Magearna: 54-65 (17.4 - 20.9%) -- possible 5HKO
252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 36 HP / 0 Def Magearna: 82-97 (26.4 - 31.2%) -- guaranteed 4HKO
252+ SpA Magearna Thunderbolt vs. 36 HP / 0 SpD Magearna: 194-230 (62.5 - 74.1%) -- guaranteed 2HKO
+1 252+ SpA Magearna Thunderbolt vs. 36 HP / 0 SpD Magearna: 292-344 (94.1 - 110.9%) -- 62.5% chance to OHKO
+1 252+ SpA Magearna Fleur Cannon vs. 36 HP / 0 SpD Magearna: 157-186 (50.6 - 60%) -- guaranteed 2HKO

:sm/groudon-primal:

Groudon @ Red Orb
Ability: Drought
EVs: 252 HP / 188 Def / 68 SpD
Relaxed Nature
- Lava Plume
- Precipice Blades
- Stone Edge / Smack Down
- Stealth Rock

Primal Groudon is capable of taking multiple Returns at +1 and dishing out lethal damage with Lava Plume. Lava Plume is used over Overheat to prevent potential miss fishing and in general means this don comes out with more HP at the end of a fight. Overall, solid counter, as it covers both Pinsirite Magearna and other Magearna.

Calcs
0 SpA Groudon-Primal Lava Plume vs. 36 HP / 0 SpD Magearna in Harsh Sunshine: 284-336 (91.6 - 108.3%) -- 50% chance to OHKO
0 SpA Groudon-Primal Lava Plume vs. 116 HP / 0 SpD Magearna in Harsh Sunshine: 284-336 (86 - 101.8%) -- 12.5% chance to OHKO
252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 188+ Def Groudon-Primal: 114-135 (28.2 - 33.4%) -- 0% chance to 3HKO
+1 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 188+ Def Groudon-Primal: 169-201 (41.8 - 49.7%) -- guaranteed 3HKO

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Arceus-Rock @ Stone Plate
Ability: Multitype
EVs: 252 HP / 240 Def / 16 Spe
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Judgment
- Earth Power
- Calm Mind / Will-O-Wisp
- Recover

Arceus-Rock is one of the most reliable Pins Mage answers, and is a solid check to other tough metagame threats like Pinsirite Entei. Will-O-Wisp, while not necessary to check Pins Mage, is a helpful option that can do a ton as it can hinder Magearna's Attack (though it's generally best to just spam Judgment so there's no mindgames involved with Substitute). Defog or Stealth Rock can be replaced by any filler move really such as Refresh, Earth Power or even Calm Mind. EDIT: Chazm reminded me that pre-mega Magearna can sub up against mono-Judgment attacking Rockceus, so Earth Power is the only 4th move I'd recommend in this situation.

Calcs:
+1 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 240+ Def Arceus-Rock: 102-120 (22.9 - 27%) -- 52% chance to 4HKO
+2 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 240+ Def Arceus-Rock: 135-160 (30.4 - 36%) -- 49.3% chance to 3HKO
0 SpA Stone Plate Arceus-Rock Judgment vs. 36 HP / 0 SpD Magearna: 117-138 (37.7 - 44.5%) -- guaranteed 3HKO

:sm/zapdos:
Zapdos @ Sablenite
Ability: Static
EVs: 252 HP / 212 Def / 44 SpD
Bold / Relaxed Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Heat Wave
- Toxic
- Roost
- Discharge / Volt Switch

Zapdos as a Counter resists Flying moves and has two moves that hit Magearna for super effective damage. Other stones are also useable I just picked the most viable one I think.

+1 252+ Atk Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 212+ Def Zapdos: 107-126 (27.8 - 32.8%) -- guaranteed 4HKO
0 SpA Zapdos Discharge vs. 36 HP / 0 SpD Magearna: 186-218 (60 - 70.3%) -- guaranteed 2HKO
0 SpA Zapdos Heat Wave vs. 36 HP / 0 SpD Magearna: 146-174 (47 - 56.1%) -- 80.9% chance to 2HKO
0 SpA Zapdos Volt Switch vs. 36 HP / 0 SpD Magearna: 162-192 (52.2 - 61.9%) -- guaranteed 2HKO

since these are all pretty standard i'll throw in a bit of a spicy counter




Golem-Alola @ Metagrossite / Latiosite / Tyranitarite / Leftovers
Ability: Magnet Pull
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Atk / 4 SpD
Adamant Nature
- Thunder Punch
- Fire Punch
- Earthquake
- Stone Edge / Volt Switch / Stealth Rock

Standard trap and kill, 4x resist eats returns for breakfast. Mag can be annoying with repeatedly subbing and pain splitting in the end but you always win the 1v1 regardless. Can also make short work of some other mag sets, aggro buzz (lati if buzz is eq), skarm etc...
calcs
+1 252+ Atk Aerilate Magearna Return vs. 252 HP / 0 Def Golem-Alola: 63-75 (17.3 - 20.6%) -- possible 5HKO
252+ Atk Golem-Alola Thunder Punch vs. 36 HP / 0 Def Magearna: 198-234 (63.8 - 75.4%) -- guaranteed 2HKO

Voting is up until 11/15 11/18
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