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PU Leader
Passimian @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Receiver
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Close Combat
- U-turn
- Knock Off
- Earthquake / Gunk Shot
Passimian has managed to find a place for itself in NU following its recent departure from PU, separating itself from other Fighting-types in the tier due to its ability to pivot out against common Fighting checks in Slowbro and Golbat, its access to solid coverage options in Knock Off, Earthquake, and Gunk Shot, and its ability to outpace and offensively check major threats such as Sneasel and Toxicroak when holding a Choice Scarf. U-turn is a major part of what makes Passimian so threatening, as it allows Passimian to bring wallbreakers like Guzzlord and Vanilluxe in for free against Passimian's defensive switch-ins. Passimian's high Attack, hard-hitting STAB Close Combat, and previously mentioned coverage options are important to note, since they give Passimian an easier time forcing switches. Passimian also boasts decent bulk for an offensive pivot, allowing it to take hits from Pokemon like Steelix, Scrafty, and Gigalith before retaliating. However, Passimian's middling Speed leaves it vulnerable to certain faster Choice Scarf users such as Delphox and Scyther, so pairing it with Pokemon that can take advantage of them such as Slowbro and Rhydon is ideal.
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