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Overview
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<p>Rotom-W, thanks to its typing, ability, decent stats, and movepool, is one of the best utility Pokemon in the tier. Its Water / Electric typing is very useful for taking on powerful and common threats in the tier such as Mega Pinsir, Talonflame, and Azumarill. Levitate in conjunction with itRotom-W's Water typing also allows it to check common Ground-types as well, such as Landorus-T, Hippowdon, and even non-Substitute Garchomp. Furthermore, itRotom-W has the perfect support moves to fit its role(naming its role would be helpful for the reader), with STAB Volt Switch providing valuable momentum, Pain Split healing it and also damaging the opponent, Trick to cripple walls (most notably Chansey, a common switch-in to Rotom-W), and Will-O-Wisp to threaten physical attackers.</p>
<p>Unfortunately, it is Rotom-W's strengths that have made the metagame adapt around it. While Rotom-W has an amazing typing, its low HP means its bulk isn't as naturally high as it might like. Teams that use Rotom-W to check the previously mentioned Pokemon will often find that it's hard-pressed to cover them all considering itRotom-W's only recovery move is Pain Split or the unreliable Rest. However, with even the slightest amount of support, Rotom-W can truly shine in this metagame.</p>
Defensive
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move 1: Volt Switch
move 2: Hydro Pump
move 3: Will-O-Wisp
move 4: Pain Split / Rest
ability: Levitate
item: Leftovers / Chesto Berry
nature: Bold
evs: 248 HP / 216 Def / 44 Spe
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Moves
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<p>This set is the perfect combination of defensive and offensive presence, making itRotom-W a perfect Pokemon for balanced teams. Rotom-W has access to STAB Volt Switch, which allows it to assume the role of defensive pivot against Pokemon likesuch as Mega Pinsir, Talonflame, and Azumarill. This means that even if the opponent has a Latias, Mega Venusaur, or another counter in their wingsteam, Rotom-W can simply Volt Switch into another Pokemon that has a better matchup against said counter. Hydro Pump is useful for hitting the Ground-types that Rotom-W can usually switch into with ease, namely Hippowdon and Landorus-T. Neither of these Pokemon can take a Hydro Pump well, nor will they appreciate a burn courtesy of Will-O-Wisp. The threat of Will-O-Wisp can also force certain physical attackers to switch. This includes Bisharp, Garchomp, Azumarill, and others. The last move is dedicated to healing Rotom-W as best it can. Pain Split is useful because it allows Rotom-W to also run Leftovers, gradually increasing its recovery throughout the match. It also "damages" the opponent if they switch in something with high HP likesuch as Chansey or Mega Venusaur and Rotom-W is at mid or low health. However, Rest has its merits as well. If Rotom-W gets statused, Rest is useful for healingremoving it. Rest also completely heals Rotom-W, while Pain Split is dependent on the opponent's health. However, Rest is unreliable, as it can only be used once with a Chesto Berry without putting Rotom-W to sleep. Thunder Wave can be used over Will-O-Wisp, but it is usually an inferior option, as common switch-ins to Rotom-W, such as Latias, Quagsire, Chansey, and Mega Venusaur, dislike being burneds more than being paralysisparalyzed.</p>
Set Details
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<p>The 44 Speed EVs allow Rotom-W to outspeed and KO Jolly Belly Drum Azumarill before it OHKOes Rotom-W with Play Rough. A physically defensive set is best suited to the metagame, andas it makes it easier for Rotom-W to counter powerful Flying-types such as Mega Pinsir and Talonflame.</p>
Usage Tips
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<p>Rotom-W has a great typing and ability that give it many useful resistances. Because of this, it is one of the best defensive pivots in the game. However, there tends to be a lot of defensive pressure on Rotom-W, as many people expect it to check Talonflame, Mega Pinsir, Azumarill, Garchomp, Mamoswine, and other Pokemon all at once. For this reason, it's important to realize that it is simply not possible to dofor Rotom-W to check all these thingsPokemon, so the rest of the team should try and help it do its job. Rotom-W forces a lot of switches, so the option to either use Volt Switch or Will-O-Wisp can be tricky. Don't be afraid to use Will-O-Wisp instead of Volt Switch, as only Pokemon likesuch as Charizard X can safely switch into a Rotom-W that might use Volt Switch or Will-O-Wisp. Sometimes,(AC) people will even switch into their Ground-type in on a predicted Volt Switch, but none of the Ground-typesthese appreciate being burned.</p>
Team Options
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<p>Rotom-W is one of the best users of Volt Switch in the tier, so common users of U-turn also tend to work well with it. Scizor and Landorus-T are among the best partners for Rotom-W. Scizor in particular covers Rotom-W's weaknesses well, and Mega Scizor loves to set up on common switch-ins to Rotom-W, such as Latios, Latias, and Mega Venusaur. Pokemon weak to Mamoswine, such as Dragonite and Garchomp, really appreciate having Rotom-W, as it is nearly a perfect counter to Mamoswine, baralthough it must watch out for Freeze Dry. Also, Pokemon that don't appreciate Mega Pinsir love having Rotom-W as a partner. Offensive Pokemon such as Keldeo and defensive Pokemon such as Mega Venusaur are both good options. Ferrothorn is a Grass-type, can somewhat handle things likePokemon such as Greninja and Manaphy,(RC) and can set up entry hazards for VoltTurn teams.</p>
Choice Scarf
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move 1: Volt Switch
move 2: Hydro Pump
move 3: Thunderbolt / Will-O-Wisp
move 4: Trick
ability: Levitate
item: Choice Scarf
nature: Modest / Timid
evs: 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
Moves
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<p>While holding a Choice Scarf, Rotom-W takes a more offensive approach to its utility. It still makes for one of the best pivots in the game, sporting great resistances and bulk, but with much more offensive presence. Volt Switch is the main STAB move, hitting many of the Pokemon itRotom-W likes tocommonly switches into, such as Talonflame and Mega Pinsir, for super effective damage. However, the main reason for the move is the momentum that it brings, being able to give free switches to frailer members of the team, as well as(Rotom-w can't really give a free switch in to frailer members of the team because its fairly fast with a choice scarf) allowing for a favorable matchup with whatever the opponent sends in. Hydro Pump is a powerful option to hit Ground-types,(RC) and Garchomp. Thunderbolt is a more reliable STAB option that doesn't force Rotom-W to switch out and is better suited for hitting Pokemon such as Gyarados and Keldeo. However, Will-O-Wisp can also be useful for either getting a fast burn on something that might not expect itan unexpecting threat, such as Substitute Garchomp, or as a utility move after Rotom-W has removed its Choice Scarf through Trick. This can be used against more defensive switch-ins to Rotom-W such as Chansey. Hidden Power Ice or Fire can be used depending on what the team needs removed, including Landorus, Garchomp, and Scizor, though the nerf in power has made this a lesser option.</p>
Set Details
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<p>The choice between Modest and Timid is entirely dependent on what the rest of the team can cover. Modest is good for guaranteeing a 2HKO on Mega Gyarados with Volt Switch and just having more power in general. Timid is really only useful to hit Jolly Mega Gyarados at +1 before it can hit back with Earthquake.</p>
Usage Tips
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<p>Choice Scarf Rotom-W's utility depends on when it is best for it to Trick its Choice Scarf away. Against offensive teams, keeping the Choice Scarf is generally advisable, and Rotom-W can make for a good check to Mega Gyarados and Mega Tyranitar because it can outspeed and burn both at +1 with Will-O-Wisp or KO weakened ones with its STAB moves. However, against defensive teams, Tricking the Choice Scarf onto a common switch-in to Rotom-W such as Chansey is a great way to cripple it for another special attacker to sweep later in the game. Volt Switch is a really useful move, and should be used as much as possible in order to get other, frailer Pokemon in for free(Like I said before, Rotom-w can't really give frailer Pokemon a free switch in due to its high speed.). However, Ground-types will love switching into predicted Volt Switches, so Will-O-Wisp is often also a good move on a predicted switch. Mega Venusaur is a common answer to Rotom-W,(RC) and if the opponent has one, it is unadvised to use Trick. ItMega Venusaur is immune to it, which forces Rotom-W to switch out immediately.</p>
Team Options
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<p>Choice Scarf Rotom-W works best on VoltTurn teams as an offensive pivot, so pairing it with other pivots works very well. Landorus-T and Scizor are among the best partners to Rotom-W for this reason. They cover each other's weaknesses well and the combo forces switches often. Because of this, reliable entry hazard setters work well with Rotom-W. Landorus-T and Skarmory fit this description nicely. Any Pokemon that appreciates Chansey being crippled will love Rotom-W's Trick support. This includes Landorus, Thundurus, and Manaphy, which can all break through Chansey more easily without Eviolite. Keldeo in particular likes Rotom-W as a partner due to its ability to switch into Talonflame's Brave Bird and Mega Pinsir's Quick Attack.</p>
Other Options
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<p>Specially defensive Rotom-W can make a decent check to Greninja, Landorus-I, and Keldeo. However, a physically defensive set is better suited for the metagame. A Choice Specs set can be used for extra power, but usually Rotom-W has better things to be doing and this role conflicts with ManaphyGreninja and Keldeo(Manaphy is currently not receiving a Choice Specs set on its analysis, so it is not comparable.). On a similar note, a Life Orb set that relies on Pain Split for recovery can be used similar to Gengar, but it runs into the same issue that Choice Specs set does: it's simply outclassed as a special attacker. Dual Screens can workbe used, as Rotom-W can also provide valuable momentum, but both Deoxys formes and Latios tend to be more universally useful. Rotom-W can run Hidden Power Grass to hit Quagsire, but Quagsire is mostly used on stall teams, and those types of teams will usually have a better switch-in to Rotom-W than Quagsire.</p>
Checks & Counters
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**Bulky Grass-types**: Mega Venusaur, Amoongus, and Celebi are all decent choices to counter Rotom-W. They take very little from either of Rotom-W's STAB moves or its rare coverage moves. However, with the exception of Celebi, they don'tnone of them appreciate being burned by Will-O-Wisp. Ferrothorn can also wear down Rotom-W with Leech Seed and Power Whip. Leech Seed will even mitigate burn damage. Poison Heal Breloom is immune to status, so it also makes for a great switch-in to Rotom-W, and can even use it as setup fodder.
**Bulky Dragon-types**: Neither Latios nor Latias care about being hit by Hydro Pump, and usually don't care much about being burneds either. They can also 2HKO defensive Rotom-W with a Life Orb-boosted Draco Meteor. Bulky Charizard X doesn't mind taking Hydro Pump, Thunderbolt, or Volt Switch, and also cannot be burned or Tricked, making it an excellent switch-in to Rotom-W. Kyurem-B can switch in on any move besides Will-O-Wisp and hit Rotom-W through Levitate with Earth Power thanks to Teravolt.
**Chansey**: Chansey has huge special bulk to tank Volt Switches and Hydro Pumps and Natural Cure to heal itself of burn if it switches into a Will-O-Wisp. It can also Toxic Rotom-W to wear it down and negate its Leftovers recovery. However, Chansey is probablyone of Rotom-W's biggest target for Trick, so Chansey must be somewhat cautious around it.
**Assault Vest Conkeldurr**: Conkeldurr takes a relatively low amount of damage from Hydro Pump and Volt Switch and actually enjoys being burned thanks to Guts. Conkeldurr can also Knock Off Rotom-W's item, which is heavily depends on for recovery and utility. With a Guts boost, Drain Punch can score a 2HKO on even defensive Rotom-W while recovering Conkeldurr's own health. It does have to watch out for Trick from Choice Scarf Rotom-W, however.
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<p>Unfortunately, it is Rotom-W's strengths that have made the metagame adapt around it. While Rotom-W has an amazing typing, its low HP means its bulk isn't as naturally high as it might like. Teams that use Rotom-W to check the previously mentioned Pokemon will often find that it's hard-pressed to cover them all considering itRotom-W's only recovery move is Pain Split or the unreliable Rest. However, with even the slightest amount of support, Rotom-W can truly shine in this metagame.</p>
Defensive
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move 1: Volt Switch
move 2: Hydro Pump
move 3: Will-O-Wisp
move 4: Pain Split / Rest
ability: Levitate
item: Leftovers / Chesto Berry
nature: Bold
evs: 248 HP / 216 Def / 44 Spe
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Moves
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<p>This set is the perfect combination of defensive and offensive presence, making itRotom-W a perfect Pokemon for balanced teams. Rotom-W has access to STAB Volt Switch, which allows it to assume the role of defensive pivot against Pokemon likesuch as Mega Pinsir, Talonflame, and Azumarill. This means that even if the opponent has a Latias, Mega Venusaur, or another counter in their wingsteam, Rotom-W can simply Volt Switch into another Pokemon that has a better matchup against said counter. Hydro Pump is useful for hitting the Ground-types that Rotom-W can usually switch into with ease, namely Hippowdon and Landorus-T. Neither of these Pokemon can take a Hydro Pump well, nor will they appreciate a burn courtesy of Will-O-Wisp. The threat of Will-O-Wisp can also force certain physical attackers to switch. This includes Bisharp, Garchomp, Azumarill, and others. The last move is dedicated to healing Rotom-W as best it can. Pain Split is useful because it allows Rotom-W to also run Leftovers, gradually increasing its recovery throughout the match. It also "damages" the opponent if they switch in something with high HP likesuch as Chansey or Mega Venusaur and Rotom-W is at mid or low health. However, Rest has its merits as well. If Rotom-W gets statused, Rest is useful for healingremoving it. Rest also completely heals Rotom-W, while Pain Split is dependent on the opponent's health. However, Rest is unreliable, as it can only be used once with a Chesto Berry without putting Rotom-W to sleep. Thunder Wave can be used over Will-O-Wisp, but it is usually an inferior option, as common switch-ins to Rotom-W, such as Latias, Quagsire, Chansey, and Mega Venusaur, dislike being burneds more than being paralysisparalyzed.</p>
Set Details
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<p>The 44 Speed EVs allow Rotom-W to outspeed and KO Jolly Belly Drum Azumarill before it OHKOes Rotom-W with Play Rough. A physically defensive set is best suited to the metagame, andas it makes it easier for Rotom-W to counter powerful Flying-types such as Mega Pinsir and Talonflame.</p>
Usage Tips
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<p>Rotom-W has a great typing and ability that give it many useful resistances. Because of this, it is one of the best defensive pivots in the game. However, there tends to be a lot of defensive pressure on Rotom-W, as many people expect it to check Talonflame, Mega Pinsir, Azumarill, Garchomp, Mamoswine, and other Pokemon all at once. For this reason, it's important to realize that it is simply not possible to dofor Rotom-W to check all these thingsPokemon, so the rest of the team should try and help it do its job. Rotom-W forces a lot of switches, so the option to either use Volt Switch or Will-O-Wisp can be tricky. Don't be afraid to use Will-O-Wisp instead of Volt Switch, as only Pokemon likesuch as Charizard X can safely switch into a Rotom-W that might use Volt Switch or Will-O-Wisp. Sometimes,(AC) people will even switch into their Ground-type in on a predicted Volt Switch, but none of the Ground-typesthese appreciate being burned.</p>
Team Options
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<p>Rotom-W is one of the best users of Volt Switch in the tier, so common users of U-turn also tend to work well with it. Scizor and Landorus-T are among the best partners for Rotom-W. Scizor in particular covers Rotom-W's weaknesses well, and Mega Scizor loves to set up on common switch-ins to Rotom-W, such as Latios, Latias, and Mega Venusaur. Pokemon weak to Mamoswine, such as Dragonite and Garchomp, really appreciate having Rotom-W, as it is nearly a perfect counter to Mamoswine, baralthough it must watch out for Freeze Dry. Also, Pokemon that don't appreciate Mega Pinsir love having Rotom-W as a partner. Offensive Pokemon such as Keldeo and defensive Pokemon such as Mega Venusaur are both good options. Ferrothorn is a Grass-type, can somewhat handle things likePokemon such as Greninja and Manaphy,(RC) and can set up entry hazards for VoltTurn teams.</p>
Choice Scarf
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move 1: Volt Switch
move 2: Hydro Pump
move 3: Thunderbolt / Will-O-Wisp
move 4: Trick
ability: Levitate
item: Choice Scarf
nature: Modest / Timid
evs: 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
Moves
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<p>While holding a Choice Scarf, Rotom-W takes a more offensive approach to its utility. It still makes for one of the best pivots in the game, sporting great resistances and bulk, but with much more offensive presence. Volt Switch is the main STAB move, hitting many of the Pokemon itRotom-W likes tocommonly switches into, such as Talonflame and Mega Pinsir, for super effective damage. However, the main reason for the move is the momentum that it brings, being able to give free switches to frailer members of the team, as well as(Rotom-w can't really give a free switch in to frailer members of the team because its fairly fast with a choice scarf) allowing for a favorable matchup with whatever the opponent sends in. Hydro Pump is a powerful option to hit Ground-types,(RC) and Garchomp. Thunderbolt is a more reliable STAB option that doesn't force Rotom-W to switch out and is better suited for hitting Pokemon such as Gyarados and Keldeo. However, Will-O-Wisp can also be useful for either getting a fast burn on something that might not expect itan unexpecting threat, such as Substitute Garchomp, or as a utility move after Rotom-W has removed its Choice Scarf through Trick. This can be used against more defensive switch-ins to Rotom-W such as Chansey. Hidden Power Ice or Fire can be used depending on what the team needs removed, including Landorus, Garchomp, and Scizor, though the nerf in power has made this a lesser option.</p>
Set Details
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<p>The choice between Modest and Timid is entirely dependent on what the rest of the team can cover. Modest is good for guaranteeing a 2HKO on Mega Gyarados with Volt Switch and just having more power in general. Timid is really only useful to hit Jolly Mega Gyarados at +1 before it can hit back with Earthquake.</p>
Usage Tips
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<p>Choice Scarf Rotom-W's utility depends on when it is best for it to Trick its Choice Scarf away. Against offensive teams, keeping the Choice Scarf is generally advisable, and Rotom-W can make for a good check to Mega Gyarados and Mega Tyranitar because it can outspeed and burn both at +1 with Will-O-Wisp or KO weakened ones with its STAB moves. However, against defensive teams, Tricking the Choice Scarf onto a common switch-in to Rotom-W such as Chansey is a great way to cripple it for another special attacker to sweep later in the game. Volt Switch is a really useful move, and should be used as much as possible in order to get other, frailer Pokemon in for free(Like I said before, Rotom-w can't really give frailer Pokemon a free switch in due to its high speed.). However, Ground-types will love switching into predicted Volt Switches, so Will-O-Wisp is often also a good move on a predicted switch. Mega Venusaur is a common answer to Rotom-W,(RC) and if the opponent has one, it is unadvised to use Trick. ItMega Venusaur is immune to it, which forces Rotom-W to switch out immediately.</p>
Team Options
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<p>Choice Scarf Rotom-W works best on VoltTurn teams as an offensive pivot, so pairing it with other pivots works very well. Landorus-T and Scizor are among the best partners to Rotom-W for this reason. They cover each other's weaknesses well and the combo forces switches often. Because of this, reliable entry hazard setters work well with Rotom-W. Landorus-T and Skarmory fit this description nicely. Any Pokemon that appreciates Chansey being crippled will love Rotom-W's Trick support. This includes Landorus, Thundurus, and Manaphy, which can all break through Chansey more easily without Eviolite. Keldeo in particular likes Rotom-W as a partner due to its ability to switch into Talonflame's Brave Bird and Mega Pinsir's Quick Attack.</p>
Other Options
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<p>Specially defensive Rotom-W can make a decent check to Greninja, Landorus-I, and Keldeo. However, a physically defensive set is better suited for the metagame. A Choice Specs set can be used for extra power, but usually Rotom-W has better things to be doing and this role conflicts with ManaphyGreninja and Keldeo(Manaphy is currently not receiving a Choice Specs set on its analysis, so it is not comparable.). On a similar note, a Life Orb set that relies on Pain Split for recovery can be used similar to Gengar, but it runs into the same issue that Choice Specs set does: it's simply outclassed as a special attacker. Dual Screens can workbe used, as Rotom-W can also provide valuable momentum, but both Deoxys formes and Latios tend to be more universally useful. Rotom-W can run Hidden Power Grass to hit Quagsire, but Quagsire is mostly used on stall teams, and those types of teams will usually have a better switch-in to Rotom-W than Quagsire.</p>
Checks & Counters
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**Bulky Grass-types**: Mega Venusaur, Amoongus, and Celebi are all decent choices to counter Rotom-W. They take very little from either of Rotom-W's STAB moves or its rare coverage moves. However, with the exception of Celebi, they don'tnone of them appreciate being burned by Will-O-Wisp. Ferrothorn can also wear down Rotom-W with Leech Seed and Power Whip. Leech Seed will even mitigate burn damage. Poison Heal Breloom is immune to status, so it also makes for a great switch-in to Rotom-W, and can even use it as setup fodder.
**Bulky Dragon-types**: Neither Latios nor Latias care about being hit by Hydro Pump, and usually don't care much about being burneds either. They can also 2HKO defensive Rotom-W with a Life Orb-boosted Draco Meteor. Bulky Charizard X doesn't mind taking Hydro Pump, Thunderbolt, or Volt Switch, and also cannot be burned or Tricked, making it an excellent switch-in to Rotom-W. Kyurem-B can switch in on any move besides Will-O-Wisp and hit Rotom-W through Levitate with Earth Power thanks to Teravolt.
**Chansey**: Chansey has huge special bulk to tank Volt Switches and Hydro Pumps and Natural Cure to heal itself of burn if it switches into a Will-O-Wisp. It can also Toxic Rotom-W to wear it down and negate its Leftovers recovery. However, Chansey is probablyone of Rotom-W's biggest target for Trick, so Chansey must be somewhat cautious around it.
**Assault Vest Conkeldurr**: Conkeldurr takes a relatively low amount of damage from Hydro Pump and Volt Switch and actually enjoys being burned thanks to Guts. Conkeldurr can also Knock Off Rotom-W's item, which is heavily depends on for recovery and utility. With a Guts boost, Drain Punch can score a 2HKO on even defensive Rotom-W while recovering Conkeldurr's own health. It does have to watch out for Trick from Choice Scarf Rotom-W, however.
