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[SET]
name: Choice Band
move 1: Hyperspace Fury
move 2: Zen Headbutt / Ice Punch
move 3: Gunk Shot / Drain Punch / Ice Punch
move 4: Fire Punch / Drain Punch / Ice Punch
item: Choice Band
ability: Magician
nature: Adamant / Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe

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

Hyperspace Fury is Hoopa-U's primary STAB move, smashing through bulky Psychic-types like Slowbro, Cresselia, and Reuniclus as well as nabbing a 2HKO on neutral targets such as Skarmory. Zen Headbutt punishes Fighting-types such as Kommo-o on the switch and threatens Toxapex with an OHKO while also being a safe neutral option to cover Fairy-types. Ice Punch smashes Landorus-T, even after an Intimidate, and threatens out Gliscor after Hoopa-U is revealed to be faster. Gunk Shot hits Fairy-types that resist Hyperspace Fury like Tapu Fini, Clefable, Tapu Koko, and Tapu Bulu. Fire Punch lets Hoopa-U hit targets such as Ferrothorn, Mega Scizor, Magearna, and Mega Mawile for super effective damage. Finally, Drain Punch can be used to hit Tyranitar, which resists Hoopa-U's other moves, and allows Hoopa-U to heal off residual damage.

Set Details
========

An Adamant nature is preferred to maximize Hoopa-U's damage output, while a Jolly nature is an option to outspeed Timid Heatran. Alternatively, Hoopa-U can run 32 HP EVs to always survive 2 Focus Blasts from Mega Alakazam at full health.

Usage Tips
========

Due to Hoopa-U's poor Defense stat, it can find difficulty switching in safely, especially against physical attackers. Therefore, the best scenarios to bring Hoopa-U in safely are through aggressive switches, getting assistance from Volt Switch and U-turn, and after a teammate is KOed. Since this set relies on physical attacks instead of special attacks, Hoopa-U can't switch into Scald from the likes of Toxapex and Slowbro because its damage output will be reduced if it gets burned. Hyperspace Fury is Hoopa-U's most spammable move due to it being the most immediate STAB option. If Hoopa-U is facing a Pokemon that it can easily force out it can use its coverage moves for predicted switch-ins, such as using Gunk Shot as Tapu Fini comes in expecting Hyperspace Fury. Be careful not to lock into Hyperspace Fury or Zen Headbutt if the opposing team has a Tyranitar or Weavile because they can punish Hoopa-U with Pursuit thanks to its poor Defense stat, the Defense drop from Hyperspace Fury, and their immunity to Zen Headbutt. Hoopa-U must also be wary of U-turn from faster Pokemon such as Landorus-T and Gliscor; even without any Attack investment, they can still OHKO it with U-turn thanks to its typing and poor Defense stat, and if it switches out, they can find easy opportunities to bring in a Pokemon that can threaten its teammates.

Team Options
========

Choice Band Hoopa-U shines best on bulky offense teams, where it is tasked with punching holes for faster cleaners and appreciates the free entry provided by its pivoting teammates. Prominent examples of such teammates are Mega Scizor, Landorus-T, Magearna, and Tapu Koko, as they can bring Hoopa-U in safely with U-turn and Volt Switch. Magearna can also use its typing to check Pokemon like Tapu Lele and Weavile. Heatran sets up Stealth Rock and checks Fairy-types that can revenge kill Hoopa-U, such as Tapu Lele. Since Hoopa-U is very vulnerable to U-turn and Volt Switch, partners such as Zapdos and Rocky Helmet Landorus-T are also appreciated, as they can punish U-turn with Static and chip damage, respectively, and in the case of Landorus-T, block Volt Switch with its typing. Tapu Fini provides support with Misty Terrain, allowing Hoopa-U to switch into Scald without the risk of getting burned. Mega Lopunny is also a great partner, as it appreciates Hoopa-U handling bulkier Pokemon that it struggles with such as Clefable, Slowbro, and Cresselia. In return, Mega Lopunny deals with fast-paced teams, which can give Hoopa-U a lot of trouble. Choice Scarf Kartana is a strong cleaning option that benefits from Hoopa-U breaking through opposing physical walls like Landorus-T, Zapdos, and Skarmory. Tapu Lele can provide Psychic Terrain to block priority moves like Mega Mawile's Sucker Punch and Mega Scizor's Bullet Punch and boost the power of Zen Headbutt. Entry hazard removal is also appreciated, so Hoopa-U enjoys pairing with Rapid Spin Excadrill and Defoggers like Gliscor, Zapdos, and Rotom-W. The latter two can also bring Hoopa-U in safely via Volt Switch, while Gliscor blocks Volt Switch thanks to its typing.

[SET CREDITS]
Written by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/favmon-garchomp.653095/
Quality checked by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/zinnias.569291/
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/skypenguin.462413/
Grammar checked by:
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[SET]
name: Choice Band
move 1: Hyperspace Fury
move 2: Zen Headbutt
move 3: Gunk Shot / Drain Punch
move 4: Fire Punch / Drain Punch
item: Choice Band
ability: Magician
nature: Adamant / Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe

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

Hyperspace Fury is Hoopa-U's primary STAB move, smashing through bulky Psychic-types like Slowbro, Cresselia, and Reuniclus remove comma as well as nabbing a 2HKO on neutral targets such as Skarmory. Zen Headbutt punishes Fighting-types such as Kommo-o on the switch as well as and threatens Toxapex with an OHKO, while also being a safe option to cover Fairy-types neutrally. Gunk Shot hits Fairy-types that resist Hyperspace Fury like Tapu Fini, Clefable, Tapu Koko, and Tapu Bulu. Fire Punch lets Hoopa-U hit targets such as Ferrothorn, Mega Scizor, Magearna, and Mega Mawile for super effective damage. Finally, Drain Punch can be used to hit Tyranitar, which otherwise resists its Hoopa-U's other moves, and allows Hoopa-U to heal off residual damage taken from residual damage.

Set Details
========

An Adamant nature is preferred to maximize Hoopa-U's damage output, add comma while a Jolly nature is an option to outspeed Timid Heatran. Alternatively, Hoopa-U can run 32 HP EVs to always survive 2 Focus Blasts from Mega Alakazam at full health.

Usage Tips
========

Thanks to Hoopa-U's poor Physical Defense stat, it can find difficulty switching onto the field safely, especially against physical attackers. Therefore, the best scenarios to bring Hoopa-U in safely are through aggressive switches, getting assistance from Volt Switch and U-turn, or after a teammate is KOed. Since this set relies on physical attacks instead of special attacks, Hoopa-U must watch out for can't switch into Scald from the likes of Toxapex and Slowbro because its damage output will be reduced if it gets burned. Hyperspace Fury is Hoopa-U's most spammable move due being Hoopa-U's most immediate STAB option that also has a unique property in piercing through Protect and Substitute as not many Pokemon aside from certain Dark-resistant Pokemon want to switch into it. If Hoopa-U is facing a Pokemon that it can easily force out, it can use its coverage moves for predicted switch-ins such as using Gunk Shot as Tapu Fini comes in expecting Hyperspace Fury. Keep in mind that Hoopa-U will be put at a disadvantage if the opponent correctly predicts Hoopa-U making the wrong move. true but a bit obvious Be careful not to lock into Hyperspace Fury or Zen Headbutt if the opposing team has a Tyranitar or Weavile because they can punish Hoopa-U with Pursuit thanks to its poor Physical Defense, the Defense drop from Hyperspace Fury, and Tyranitar and Weavile's immunity to Zen Headbutt.

-scout for faster u-turns from lando/scor
Team Options
========

Choice Band Hoopa-U shines best on bulky offense teams, tasked with punching through holes for faster cleaners, and appreciates the free entry provided by its pivoting teammates. Prominent examples of such teammates are Mega Scizor, Landorus-T, Magearna, and Tapu Koko, (AC) as they can bring Hoopa-U in safely with U-turn and Volt Switch. Greninja is another valuable partner because it provides Spikes support, limiting revenge killers such as Mega Medicham and Kartana. In return, Hoopa-U breaks through Pokemon such as Chansey and Toxapex, which wall both Ash-Greninja and special Protean Greninja, and helps to overwhelm Fairy-types like Magearna and Tapu Fini. Heatran sets up Stealth Rock and checks Fairy-types that can revenge kill Hoopa-U such as Tapu Lele. Since Hoopa-U is very vulnerable to U-turn and Volt Switch, partners such as Ferrothorn, Zapdos, and Rocky Helmet Landorus-T are also appreciated, (AC) as they can punish U-turn with chip damage and Static, and in the case of Landorus-T, block Volt Switch with its typing. Ferrothorn also grants paralysis support with Thunder Wave to cripple faster threats like Tornadus-T, Knock Off to remove Leftovers from Celesteela and Magearna, and Spikes to put pressure on would-be revenge killers such as Mega Lopunny. Tapu Fini provides support from Misty Terrain, allowing Hoopa-U to switch into Scald without the risk of getting burned. Mega Lopunny is also a great partner, (AC) as it appreciates Hoopa-U handling bulkier Pokemon that Mega Lopunny struggles with, (AC) such as Slowbro and Cresselia. In return, Mega Lopunny deals with fast-paced teams, which can give Hoopa-U a lot of trouble. Tapu Lele can provide Psychic Terrain to block priority moves like Mega Mawile's Sucker Punch and Mega Scizor's Bullet Punch and boost the power of Zen Headbutt. Entry hazard removal is also appreciated, so Hoopa-U enjoys pairing with teammates such as Defog Defoggers like Serperior RC and Gliscor RC and Rapid Spin Excadrill. Serperior grants paralysis support with Glare, crippling Pokemon that are faster than Hoopa-U such as Tapu Lele, (period -> comma) while Gliscor can provide Knock Off support to remove Leftovers from Pokemon like Ferrothorn and Celesteela and not very relevant blocks Volt Switch thanks to its typing. Excadrill checks Fairy-types such as Magearna, Tapu Koko, and Tapu Lele and threatens them with its STAB moves. Choice Scarf Kartana is a strong cleaning option to benefit from Hoopa-U forcing through opposing physical walls like Landorus-T, Zapdos, and Skarmory.

[SET CREDITS]
Written by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/favmon-garchomp.653095/
Quality checked by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/zinnias.569291/
Grammar checked by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/user3.103/
 
[SET]
name: Choice Band
move 1: Hyperspace Fury
move 2: Zen Headbutt
move 3: Gunk Shot / Drain Punch
move 4: Fire Punch / Drain Punch
item: Choice Band
ability: Magician
nature: Adamant / Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe

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

Hyperspace Fury is Hoopa-U's primary STAB move, smashing through bulky Psychic-types like Slowbro, Cresselia, and Reuniclus as well as nabbing a 2HKO on neutral targets such as Skarmory. Zen Headbutt punishes Fighting-types such as Kommo-o on the switch and threatens Toxapex with an OHKO, while also being a safe option to cover Fairy-types neutrally. Gunk Shot hits Fairy-types that resist Hyperspace Fury like Tapu Fini, Clefable, Tapu Koko, and Tapu Bulu. Fire Punch lets Hoopa-U hit targets such as Ferrothorn, Mega Scizor, Magearna, and Mega Mawile for super effective damage. Finally, Drain Punch can be used to hit Tyranitar, which resists Hoopa-U's other moves, and allows Hoopa-U to heal off residual damage. Ice Punch - immediate OHKO on lando after intimidate and threatens out gliscor once speed is revealed; can drop any move other than hyperspace

Set Details
========

An Adamant nature is preferred to maximize Hoopa-U's damage output, while a Jolly nature is an option to outspeed Timid Heatran. Alternatively, Hoopa-U can run 32 HP EVs to always survive 2 Focus Blasts from Mega Alakazam at full health.

Usage Tips
========

Thanks to Hoopa-U's poor Defense stat, it can find difficulty switching onto the field safely, especially against physical attackers. Therefore, the best scenarios to bring Hoopa-U in safely are through aggressive switches, getting assistance from Volt Switch and U-turn, or after a teammate is KOed. Since this set relies on physical attacks instead of special attacks, Hoopa-U can't switch into Scald from the likes of Toxapex and Slowbro because its damage output will be reduced if it gets burned. Hyperspace Fury is Hoopa-U's most spammable move due to being Hoopa-U's most immediate STAB option that also has a unique property in piercing through Protect and Substitute. If Hoopa-U is facing a Pokemon that it can easily force out, it can use its coverage moves for predicted switch-ins such as using Gunk Shot as Tapu Fini comes in expecting Hyperspace Fury. Be careful not to lock into Hyperspace Fury or Zen Headbutt if the opposing team has a Tyranitar or Weavile because they can punish Hoopa-U with Pursuit thanks to its poor Defense stat, the Defense drop from Hyperspace Fury, and Tyranitar and Weavile's immunity to Zen Headbutt. Hoopa-U must also be wary of U-turn from faster Pokemon such as Landorus-T and Gliscor; even without any Attack investment, they can still OHKO Hoopa-U with U-turn thanks to Hoopa-U's typing and poor Defense stat and can find easy opportunities to bring in a Pokemon that can threaten Hoopa-U's teammates.

Team Options
========

Choice Band Hoopa-U shines best on bulky offense teams, tasked with punching holes for faster cleaners, and appreciates the free entry provided by its pivoting teammates. Prominent examples of such teammates are Mega Scizor, Landorus-T, Magearna, and Tapu Koko, as they can bring Hoopa-U in safely with U-turn and Volt Switch. Greninja is another valuable partner because it provides Spikes support, limiting revenge killers such as Mega Medicham and Kartana. In return, Hoopa-U breaks through Pokemon such as Chansey and Toxapex, which wall both Ash-Greninja and special Protean Greninja, and helps to overwhelm Fairy-types like Magearna and Tapu Fini.
The latter part is true, but you're not going to see hoopa paired with greninja basically ever — you can't give up the momentum to spend a turn spiking when you have an offense team with 2 dark types possessing no defensive utility. Ideally your hoopa shouldn't need help breaking fairy types since it ohkos fini and does 80 to magearna w fire punch; rocks should be enough
Essentially I'd emphasize how hoopa works well on teams that might otherwise lack breaking power against stall, like you do with the lop mention below. (another partner could be scarf kart)
Heatran sets up Stealth Rock and checks Fairy-types that can revenge kill Hoopa-U such as Tapu Lele. Since Hoopa-U is very vulnerable to U-turn and Volt Switch, partners such as Ferrothorn, Zapdos, and Rocky Helmet Landorus-T are also appreciated, as they can punish U-turn with chip damage and Static, and in the case of Landorus-T, block Volt Switch with its typing. Ferrothorn also grants paralysis support with Thunder Wave to cripple faster threats like Tornadus-T, Knock Off to remove Leftovers from Celesteela and Magearna, and Spikes to put pressure on revenge killers such as Mega Lopunny. don't really see spikes in general w hoopa unless you specifically have a diancie, would rather see a mention of magearna due to its steel typing and access to volt switch Tapu Fini provides support from Misty Terrain, allowing Hoopa-U to switch into Scald without the risk of getting burned. Mega Lopunny is also a great partner, as it appreciates Hoopa-U handling bulkier Pokemon that Mega Lopunny struggles with, such as Clefable, Slowbro and Cresselia. In return, Mega Lopunny deals with fast-paced teams, which can give Hoopa-U a lot of trouble. Tapu Lele can provide Psychic Terrain to block priority moves like Mega Mawile's Sucker Punch and Mega Scizor's Bullet Punch and boost the power of Zen Headbutt. Entry hazard removal is also appreciated, so Hoopa-U enjoys pairing with Defoggers like Serperior and Gliscor and Rapid Spin Excadrill. Serperior grants paralysis support with Glare, crippling Pokemon that are faster than Hoopa-U such as Tapu Lele, while Gliscor blocks Volt Switch thanks to its typing. defog serp should rly be reserved for HO. Glis can fog on hoopa teams but rotom wash and zapdos are more common partners, with the added benefit of volt switch Choice Scarf Kartana is a strong cleaning option to benefit from Hoopa-U forcing through opposing physical walls like Landorus-T, Zapdos, and Skarmory.

[SET CREDITS]
Written by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/favmon-garchomp.653095/
Quality checked by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/zinnias.569291/
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/user2.102/
Grammar checked by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/user3.103/

qc 2/2
 
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[SET]
name: Choice Band
move 1: Hyperspace Fury
move 2: Zen Headbutt / Ice Punch
move 3: Gunk Shot / Drain Punch / Ice Punch
move 4: Fire Punch / Drain Punch / Ice Punch
item: Choice Band
ability: Magician
nature: Adamant / Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe

Moves
=========

Hyperspace Fury is Hoopa-U's primary STAB move, smashing through bulky Psychic-types like Slowbro, Cresselia, and Reuniclus as well as nabbing a 2HKO on neutral targets such as Skarmory. Zen Headbutt punishes Fighting-types such as Kommo-o on the switch and threatens Toxapex with an OHKO (RC) while also being a safe neutral option to cover Fairy-types neutrally. Ice Punch smashes Landorus-T, even after an Intimidate, (AC) and threatens out Gliscor after Hoopa-U is revealed to be faster. Gunk Shot hits Fairy-types that resist Hyperspace Fury like Tapu Fini, Clefable, Tapu Koko, and Tapu Bulu. Fire Punch lets Hoopa-U hit targets such as Ferrothorn, Mega Scizor, Magearna, and Mega Mawile for super effective damage. Finally, Drain Punch can be used to hit Tyranitar, which resists Hoopa-U's other moves, and allows Hoopa-U to heal off residual damage.

Set Details
========

An Adamant nature is preferred to maximize Hoopa-U's damage output, while a Jolly nature is an option to outspeed Timid Heatran. Alternatively, Hoopa-U can run 32 HP EVs to always survive 2 Focus Blasts from Mega Alakazam at full health.

Usage Tips
========

Thanks to Hoopa-U's poor Defense stat, it can find difficulty switching onto the field safely, especially against physical attackers. Therefore, the best scenarios to bring Hoopa-U in safely are through aggressive switches, getting assistance from Volt Switch and U-turn, or and after a teammate is KOed. Since this set relies on physical attacks instead of special attacks, Hoopa-U can't switch into Scald from the likes of Toxapex and Slowbro, (AC) because its damage output will be reduced if it gets burned. Hyperspace Fury is Hoopa-U's most spammable move due to it being Hoopa-U's most immediate STAB move option that also has a unique property in piercing through Protect and Substitute (dex info). If Hoopa-U is facing a Pokemon that it can easily force out (RC) it can use its coverage moves for predicted switch-ins, (AC) such as using Gunk Shot as Tapu Fini comes in expecting Hyperspace Fury. Be careful not to lock into Hyperspace Fury or Zen Headbutt if the opposing team has a Tyranitar or Weavile, (AC) because they can punish Hoopa-U with Pursuit thanks to its poor Defense stat, the Defense drop from Hyperspace Fury, and Tyranitar and Weavile's their immunity to Zen Headbutt. Hoopa-U must also be wary of U-turn from faster Pokemon such as Landorus-T and Gliscor; even without any Attack investment, they can still OHKO Hoopa-U with U-turn thanks to Hoopa-U's typing and poor Defense stat and can find easy opportunities to bring in a Pokemon that can threaten Hoopa-U's teammates.

Team Options
========

Choice Band Hoopa-U shines best on bulky offense teams, where it is tasked with punching holes for faster cleaners (RC) and appreciates the free entry provided by its pivoting teammates. Prominent examples of such teammates are Mega Scizor, Landorus-T, Magearna, and Tapu Koko, as they can bring Hoopa-U in safely with U-turn and Volt Switch. Magearna can also use its typing to check Pokemon like Tapu Lele and Weavile. Heatran sets up Stealth Rock and checks Fairy-types that can revenge kill Hoopa-U, (AC) such as Tapu Lele. Since Hoopa-U is very vulnerable to U-turn and Volt Switch, partners such as Zapdos and Rocky Helmet Landorus-T are also appreciated, as they can punish U-turn with Static and chip damage, (AC) respectively and Static, and in the case of Landorus-T, block Volt Switch with its typing. Tapu Fini provides support from with Misty Terrain, allowing Hoopa-U to switch into Scald without the risk of getting burned. Mega Lopunny is also a great partner, as it appreciates Hoopa-U handling bulkier Pokemon that Mega Lopunny struggles with (RC) such as Clefable, Slowbro, and Cresselia. In return, Mega Lopunny deals with fast-paced teams, which can give Hoopa-U a lot of trouble. Choice Scarf Kartana is a strong cleaning option to benefit that benefits from Hoopa-U forcing breaking through opposing physical walls like Landorus-T, Zapdos, and Skarmory. Tapu Lele can provide Psychic Terrain to block priority moves like Mega Mawile's Sucker Punch and Mega Scizor's Bullet Punch and boost the power of Zen Headbutt. Entry hazard removal is also appreciated, so Hoopa-U enjoys pairing with Rapid Spin Excadrill and Defoggers like Gliscor, Zapdos, and Rotom-W. The latter two can also bring Hoopa-U in safely via Volt Switch, (AC) while Gliscor blocks Volt Switch thanks to its typing.

[SET CREDITS]
Written by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/favmon-garchomp.653095/
Quality checked by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/zinnias.569291/
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/skypenguin.462413/
Grammar checked by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/user3.103/
 
1/1 GP Team done credit both of us
[SET]
name: Choice Band
move 1: Hyperspace Fury
move 2: Zen Headbutt / Ice Punch
move 3: Gunk Shot / Drain Punch / Ice Punch
move 4: Fire Punch / Drain Punch / Ice Punch
item: Choice Band
ability: Magician
nature: Adamant / Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe

Moves
=========

Hyperspace Fury is Hoopa-U's primary STAB move, smashing through bulky Psychic-types like Slowbro, Cresselia, and Reuniclus as well as nabbing a 2HKO on neutral targets such as Skarmory. Zen Headbutt punishes Fighting-types such as Kommo-o on the switch and threatens Toxapex with an OHKO (RC) while also being a safe neutral option to cover Fairy-types neutrally. Ice Punch smashes Landorus-T, even after an Intimidate, (AC) and threatens out Gliscor after Hoopa-U is revealed to be faster. Gunk Shot hits Fairy-types that resist Hyperspace Fury like Tapu Fini, Clefable, Tapu Koko, and Tapu Bulu. Fire Punch lets Hoopa-U hit targets such as Ferrothorn, Mega Scizor, Magearna, and Mega Mawile for super effective damage. Finally, Drain Punch can be used to hit Tyranitar, which resists Hoopa-U's other moves, and allows Hoopa-U to heal off residual damage.

Set Details
========

An Adamant nature is preferred to maximize Hoopa-U's damage output, while a Jolly nature is an option to outspeed Timid Heatran. Alternatively, Hoopa-U can run 32 HP EVs to always survive 2 Focus Blasts from Mega Alakazam at full health.

Usage Tips
========

Thanks to Due to ('thanks to' is generally read as positive) Hoopa-U's poor Defense stat, it can find difficulty switching in onto the field safely, especially against physical attackers. Therefore, the best scenarios to bring Hoopa-U in safely are through aggressive switches, getting assistance from Volt Switch and U-turn, or and after a teammate is KOed. Since this set relies on physical attacks instead of special attacks, Hoopa-U can't switch into Scald from the likes of Toxapex and Slowbro because its damage output will be reduced if it gets burned. Hyperspace Fury is Hoopa-U's most spammable move due to it being Hoopa-U's the most immediate STAB option that also has a unique property in piercing through Protect and Substitute (dex info) (this is dex info rn yeah but the sentence still doesn't really say anything apart from hyperdspace is spammable because its stab'. if there are any relevant pokemon in sm that use protect / sub then give those as examples for where it's useful for breaking - this relates the sentence back to a specific metagame so it's no longer dex info). If Hoopa-U is facing a Pokemon that it can easily force out (RC) it can use its coverage moves for predicted switch-ins, (AC) such as using Gunk Shot as Tapu Fini comes in expecting Hyperspace Fury. Be careful not to lock into Hyperspace Fury or Zen Headbutt if the opposing team has a Tyranitar or Weavile because they can punish Hoopa-U with Pursuit thanks to its poor Defense stat, the Defense drop from Hyperspace Fury, and Tyranitar and Weavile's their immunity to Zen Headbutt. Hoopa-U must also be wary of U-turn from faster Pokemon such as Landorus-T and Gliscor; even without any Attack investment, they can still OHKO Hoopa-U it with U-turn thanks to Hoopa-U's its typing and poor Defense stat, (AC) and if it switches out, they (more of a suggested clarity edit to make it clearer that it either ohkoes hoopa or pivots into a good mu vs the teammate, feel free to edit if not) can find easy opportunities to bring in a Pokemon that can threaten Hoopa-U's its teammates.

Team Options
========

Choice Band Hoopa-U shines best on bulky offense teams, where it is tasked with punching holes for faster cleaners (RC) and appreciates the free entry provided by its pivoting teammates. Prominent examples of such teammates are Mega Scizor, Landorus-T, Magearna, and Tapu Koko, as they can bring Hoopa-U in safely with U-turn and Volt Switch. Magearna can also use its typing to check Pokemon like Tapu Lele and Weavile. Heatran sets up Stealth Rock and checks Fairy-types that can revenge kill Hoopa-U, (AC) such as Tapu Lele. Since Hoopa-U is very vulnerable to U-turn and Volt Switch, partners such as Zapdos and Rocky Helmet Landorus-T are also appreciated, as they can punish U-turn with Static and chip damage, (AC) respectively and Static, and in the case of Landorus-T, block Volt Switch with its typing. Tapu Fini provides support from with Misty Terrain, allowing Hoopa-U to switch into Scald without the risk of getting burned. Mega Lopunny is also a great partner, as it appreciates Hoopa-U handling bulkier Pokemon that Mega Lopunny it struggles with (RC) such as Clefable, Slowbro, and Cresselia. In return, Mega Lopunny deals with fast-paced teams, which can give Hoopa-U a lot of trouble. Choice Scarf Kartana is a strong cleaning option to benefit that benefits from Hoopa-U forcing breaking through opposing physical walls like Landorus-T, Zapdos, and Skarmory. Tapu Lele can provide Psychic Terrain to block priority moves like Mega Mawile's Sucker Punch and Mega Scizor's Bullet Punch and boost the power of Zen Headbutt. Entry hazard removal is also appreciated, so Hoopa-U enjoys pairing with Rapid Spin Excadrill and Defoggers like Gliscor, Zapdos, and Rotom-W. The latter two can also bring Hoopa-U in safely via Volt Switch, (AC) while Gliscor blocks Volt Switch thanks to its typing.

[SET CREDITS]
Written by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/favmon-garchomp.653095/
Quality checked by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/zinnias.569291/
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/skypenguin.462413/
Grammar checked by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/user3.103/
 
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