ZU Silvally-Dark

[Aaronboyer]

[OVERVIEW]
Silvally-Dark differentiates itself from other Silvally formes both as one of the best Knock Off absorbers on offer and as the most reliable Pursuit trapper in the tier. It also has utility options other Silvally formes possess such as the ability to pivot and remove entry hazards from play. However, Silvally-Dark is limited to just a utility role due to the immense competition it faces as a Swords Dance Dark-type from Pawniard. Furthermore, Silvally-Dark doesn't have access to Knock Off, a staple for most other Dark-types, meaning it can't remove items from Pokemon such as Bronzor and Mareanie. Silvally-Dark also unfortunately draws in wallbreakers and setup sweepers such as Pinsir, Shell Smash Crustle, Silvally-Fighting, and Hakamo-o due to its limited coverage options.

[SET]
name: Utility Pursuit Trapper
move 1: Multi-Attack
move 2: Pursuit
move 3: U-turn
move 4: Defog
item: Dark Memory
ability: RKS System
nature: Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========
Multi-Attack is Silvally-Dark's strongest and most reliable STAB option, hitting Pokemon such as Bronzor and Beheeyem super effectively. Pursuit weakens the Pokemon Silvally-Dark forces out such as Exeggutor and the aforementioned Bronzor and Beheeyem. U-turn allows Silvally-Dark to pivot out of Pokemon it has a bad matchup against such as Granbull, Silvally-Fighting, and Pinsir. Defog removes entry hazards for teammates such as Oricorio, Swanna, and Mareanie. Swords Dance can also be run if Defog is not needed to allow Silvally-Dark to become the strongest Pursuit user in the tier.

Set Details
========
A Jolly nature is preferred to allow Silvally-Dark to Speed tie with other offensive Silvally formes and non-Choice Scarf Electivire, as well as outspeed Pokemon such as Misdreavus.

Usage Tips
========
Silvally-Dark doesn't have any reliable recovery options, and therefore it should be played conservatively, only switching in to take resisted hits, absorb Knock Offs, Pursuit trap weakened foes, and remove entry hazards. Silvally-Dark should pivot out of Pokemon it outspeeds and has a bad matchup against to conserve momentum and its health. Notably, Silvally-Dark has a rough matchup versus common entry hazard setters such as Golem, Crustle, and Mawile and should focus on pivoting in a teammate that has a better matchup against such threats. If you predict a Pokemon such as Bronzor to switch out, use Pursuit. If you believe it's going to stay in predicting the Pursuit and Silvally-Dark can't afford to be induced with Toxic status or have Stealth Rock be put up again, use Multi-Attack. Be wary of Focus Sash + Counter Kadabra when deciding whether or not to Pursuit trap it, if applicable.

Team Options
========
Pokemon that appreciate Pursuit trapped targets being removed such as Substitute + Swords Dance Bouffalant and specially offensive Floatzel benefit from having Silvally-Dark as a teammate. Silvally-Dark appreciates having checks to Pinsir such as Gourgeist-XL and Simisear on its side, as it eases pressure off of it to continue to remove entry hazards and Pursuit trap foes. Gourgeist-XL also happens to be a fantastic switch-in to Silvally-Fighting, while Simisear appreciates the removal of Stealth Rock Silvally-Dark provides. Beyond just Gourgeist-XL, however, Silvally-Dark also appreciates Fighting-type switch-ins such Altaria, physically defensive Beheeyem, and Granbull. In the same vein, additional Pokemon that appreciate the removal of entry hazards include Electivire, Swanna, and Rapidash. Silvally-Dark isn't the greatest entry hazard remover considering its lack of reliable recovery options and susceptibility to all forms of entry hazards. Therefore, Silvally-Dark can be used alongside another entry hazard remover such as the aforementioned Altaria or Swanna as a secondary means of entry hazard removal.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Parting Shot can be used to lower a foe's attacking stats before switching out as an alternative to U-turn. However, Soundproof and Clear Body users are immune to the move, which include three of Silvally-Dark's checks: Hakamo-o, Mr. Mime, and Carbink. Swords Dance variants can forgo Pursuit for Zen Headbutt as coverage for Muk and Fighting-types such as Silvally-Fighting, Machoke, and Monferno. However, this set not only faces competition with other Swords Dance Dark-types such as Pawniard but also loses one-on-one to most physical walls, most notably Colbur Berry Gourgeist-XL. Furthermore, utilizing a Swords Dance set draws attention away from Silvally-Dark's most defining feature: being the best Pursuit trapper the metagame has to offer. Silvally-Dark can also utilize a more defensively inclined EV spread and moveset of Rest, Toxic, Defog, and Multi-Attack to function as a dedicated Knock Off absorber. However, while this is an extremely important function for stall teams, Silvally-Dark is considerably passive and has to utilize Rest as its only form of recovery. Additionally, Silvally-Dark almost always has to be used in tandem with a secondary entry hazard remover due to its susceptibility of being worn down fast while asleep.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Fighting-types**: Fighting-types such as Silvally-Fighting, Machoke, and Combusken resist all of Silvally-Dark's moves and can use it as setup opportunity to acquire boosts from Swords Dance, Bulk Up, or Speed Boost.

**Fairy-types**: Fairy-types such as Granbull and Carbink resist Multi-Attack, Pursuit, and U-turn and threaten it out with their respective STAB moves. Mawile can also set Stealth Rock up again as Silvally-Dark Defogs and U-turns out with the looming threat of Play Rough or Toxic.

**Defensive Walls**: Physical walls, especially those with reliable recovery options such as Gourgeist-XL and Altaria, can be incredibly hard for Silvally-Dark to defeat on its own.

**Pinsir and U-turn users**: Pinsir can utilize Silvally-Dark as means of setting up with either Z-Me First or Swords Dance, while other U-turn users such as Choice Band Komala and Silvally-Ground can severely dent Silvally-Dark.

**Residual Damage**: Due to its lack of reliable recovery options and having to switch into entry hazards every time to remove them from play, Silvally-Dark can easily fall victim the being worn down over time.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Aaronboyer, 239454]]
- Quality checked by: [[5gen, 296755], [BloodAce0107, 435539], [DurzaOffTopic, 357488]]
- Grammar checked by: [[The Dutch Plumberjack, 232216], [Mafeking, 122460]]

 

[Aaronboyer]

This is Ready for QC!

 

[5gen]

comments in bold

[OVERVIEW]

• Silvally-Dark differentiates itself from other Silvally formes not only by resisting Knock Off and being one of the best Knock Off absorbers there is to offer. Silvally-Dark also happens to be the most reliable Pursuit trapper in the tier. Also the only Psychic switch-in, so mention that as well.
• Silvally-Dark also has utility options other Silvally formes possess such as the ability to pivot and remove entry hazards from play.
• However, Silvally-Dark is limited to just utility options due to the immense pressure it faces as a Swords Dance Dark-type from Shiftry and Pawniard. Furthermore, Silvally-Dark doesn't have access to Knock Off, a staple for most other Dark-types, meaning it can't remove items from Pokemon it would like to remove items from such as Tangela and Mareanie.
• Silvally-Dark also unfortunately draws in wallbreakers and setup sweepers such as Pinsir, Shell Smash Crustle, and Hakamo-o to come in due to its relative passivity. Wouldn't say because it's passive because it has U-turn and decent attack, and those Pokemon have good defense too.

[SET]
name: Utility Pursuit Trapper
move 1: Multi-Attack
move 2: Pursuit
move 3: U-turn
move 4: Defog
item: Dark Memory
ability: RKS System
nature: Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe

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

• Multi-Attack is Silvally-Dark's strongest and most reliable STAB option, super effectively hitting Pokemon such as Bronzor, Silvally-Ghost, and Beheeyem.
• Pursuit weakens Pokemon Silvally-Dark forces out such as Nasty Plot Mr. Mime, and the aforementioned Bronzor and Silvally-Ghost.
• U-turn allows Silvally-Dark to pivot out of Pokemon it has a bad matchup against such as Granbull, Silvally-Fighting, and Pinsir.
• Defog removes entry hazards for teammates such as Oricorio, Swanna, and Mareanie.

Set Details
========

• Silvally-Dark's held Dark Memory in tandem with its ability RKS System allows Silvally-Dark to not only take on its Dark typing but also turn Multi-Attack into a STAB Dark-type attack. Fluff
• A Jolly nature is preferred to allow Silvally-Dark to Speed tie with other offensive Silvally formes and non-Choice Scarf Electivire, as well as outspeed Pokemon such as Oricorio-E and Misdreavus.

Usage Tips
========

• Silvally-Dark doesn't have any reliable recovery options, and therefore should be played conservatively, only switching in to take resisted hits, absorb Knock Offs, Pursuit trap weakened foes, and remove entry hazards.
• Silvally-Dark should pivot out of Pokemon it outspeeds and has a bad matchup against to conserve momentum and its health.
• If you predict a Pokemon such as Bronzor to switch out, use Pursuit. If you believe it's going to stay in predicting Silvally-Dark to predict the switch out and the Pursuit and Silvally-Dark can't afford to be induced with Toxic status or have Stealth Rock be put up again, use Multi-Attack.

Emphasize that Silvally-Dark has a difficult time removing Stealth Rock against entry hazard setters such as Golem, Crustle, and Mawile and should focus on bringing in a partner that threatens them.

Team Options
========

• Pokemon that appreciate Pursuit-trapped targets being removed such as Substitute + Swords Dance Bouffalant and specially offensive Floatzel benefit from having Silvally-Dark as a teammate.
• Silvally-Dark appreciates having checks to Pinsir such as Gourgeist-XL, Simisear, and Oricorio-E on its side, as it eases pressure off of it to continue to remove entry hazards and Pursuit trap foes. Gourgeist-XL also happens to be a fantastic switch into Silvally-Fighting, while Simisear and Oricorio-E appreciate the removal of Stealth Rock Silvally-Dark provides.
• Beyond just Gourgeist-XL, however, Silvally-Dark also appreciates Fighting-type switch-ins such Altaria, Tangela, physically defensive Beheeyem, and Granbull.
• In the same vein, additional Pokemon that appreciate the removal of entry hazards include Electivire, Swanna, and Rapidash.
• Silvally-Dark isn't the greatest entry hazard remover considering its lack of reliable recovery options and susceptibility to all forms of entry hazards. Therefore, Silvally-Dark can be used alongside another entry hazard remover such as the aforementioned Altaria and Swanna as a secondary means of entry hazard removal.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============

• Parting Shot can be used to lower a foe's attacking stats before switching out as an alternative to U-turn. However, Soundproof and Clear Body users are immune to the move, including three of Silvally-Dark's checks: Hakamo-o, Mr. Mime, and Carbink.
• Silvally-Dark can forgo Pursuit and Defog to utilize an offensive Swords Dance set with Zen Headbutt as coverage for Muk and Fighting-types such as Silvally-Fighting, Machoke, and Monferno. However, this set not only faces competition with other Swords Dance Dark-types such as Shiftry and Pawniard but also loses one-on-one with most physical walls, most notably Colbur Berry Gourgeist-XL. Furthermore, utilizing a Swords Dance set draws attention away from Silvally-Dark's most defining feature: being the best Pursuit trapper the metagame has to offer.
• Silvally-Dark can also utilize a more defensively-inclined EV spread and moveset of Rest, Toxic, Defog, and Multi-Attack to function as a Knock Off absorber. While this is an extremely important function for stall teams that usually rely on Eviolite users such as Tangela, Mareanie, and Bronzor to pull their weight, Silvally-Dark is extremely passive and has to utilize Rest as its only form of recovery. Additionally, Silvally-Dark almost always has to be used in tandem with a secondary entry hazard remover due to its susceptibility of being worn down fast while asleep. Awkward wording because it sounds like those Evio mons act as Knock Off absorbers.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Pinsir and U-turn users**: Pinsir can utilize Silvally-Dark as means of setting up with either Z-Me First or Swords Dance, while other U-turn users such as Choice Band Komala and Silvally-Ground can severely dent Silvally-Dark

**Fighting-types**: Fighting-types such as Silvally-Fighting, Machoke, and Combusken resist all of Silvally-Dark's moves and can use Silvally-Dark as setup opportunity to acquire boosts from Swords Dance, Bulk Up, and Speed Boost, respectively.

**Defensive Walls**: Physical walls, especially those with reliable recovery options such as Gourgeist-XL and Altaria, can be incredibly hard for Silvally-Dark to defeat on its own.

**Fairy-types**: Fairy-types such as Granbull and Carbink resist Multi-Attack, Pursuit, and U-turn and threaten it out with Play Rough and Moonblast, respectively. Mawile can also set Stealth Rock up again as Silvally-Dark Defogs and U-turns out with the looming threat of Play Rough or Toxic.

**Residual Damage**: Due to its lack of reliable recovery options and it having to switch into entry hazards every time to remove them from play, Silvally-Dark can easily fall victim the being worn down over time.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Aaronboyer, 239454]]
- Quality checked by: [[, ], [, ], [, ]]
- Grammar checked by: [[, ], [, ]]

qc 1/3 when implemented

 

[BloodAce]

[OVERVIEW]

• Silvally-Dark differentiates itself from other Silvally formes not only by resisting Knock Off and being one of the best Knock Off absorbers there is to offer. Silvally-Dark also happens to be the most reliable Pursuit trapper and Psychic-type switch-in in the tier. idk if its it really the best psychic type switch-in the tier since specs beheeyem OHKOs with Signal Beam, anf it struggles coming in against other psychic types like Mime well due to fairy stab. Something like bronzor is a more reliable psychic switch-in even if its more vulnerable to Trick.
• Silvally-Dark also has utility options other Silvally formes possess such as the ability to pivot and remove entry hazards from play.
• However, Silvally-Dark is limited to just utility options due to the immense pressure it faces as a Swords Dance Dark-type from Shiftry and Pawniard. Furthermore, Silvally-Dark doesn't have access to Knock Off, a staple for most other Dark-types, meaning it can't remove items from Pokemon it would like to remove items from such as Tangela and Mareanie. remove tang mention.
• Silvally-Dark also unfortunately draws in wallbreakers and setup sweepers such as Pinsir, Shell Smash Crustle, and Hakamo-o to come in due to its limited coverage options.

[SET]
name: Utility Pursuit Trapper
move 1: Multi-Attack
move 2: Pursuit
move 3: U-turn
move 4: Defog
item: Dark Memory
ability: RKS System
nature: Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe

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

• Multi-Attack is Silvally-Dark's strongest and most reliable STAB option, super effectively hitting Pokemon such as Bronzor, Silvally-Ghost, and Beheeyem.
• Pursuit weakens Pokemon Silvally-Dark forces out such as Nasty Plot Mr. Mime, and the aforementioned Bronzor and Silvally-Ghost.
• U-turn allows Silvally-Dark to pivot out of Pokemon it has a bad matchup against such as Granbull, Silvally-Fighting, and Pinsir.
• Defog removes entry hazards for teammates such as Oricorio, Swanna, and Mareanie.

Set Details
========

• A Jolly nature is preferred to allow Silvally-Dark to Speed tie with other offensive Silvally formes and non-Choice Scarf Electivire, as well as outspeed Pokemon such as Oricorio-E and Misdreavus.

Usage Tips
========

• Silvally-Dark doesn't have any reliable recovery options, and therefore should be played conservatively, only switching in to take resisted hits, absorb Knock Offs, Pursuit trap weakened foes, and remove entry hazards.
• Silvally-Dark should pivot out of Pokemon it outspeeds and has a bad matchup against to conserve momentum and its health. when talking about U-turn, I feel that Shiftry is important to discuss. You can switch into it decently and both gain momentum and threaten Shiftry with U-Turn, which is huge considering how prominent Shiftry is rn.
• Notably, Silvally-Dark has a rough matchup versus common entry hazard setters such as Golem, Crustle, and Mawile, and should focus on pivoting in a teammate which has a better matchup against such threats.
• If you predict a Pokemon such as Bronzor to switch out, use Pursuit. If you believe it's going to stay in predicting Silvally-Dark to predict the switch out and the Pursuit and Silvally-Dark can't afford to be induced with Toxic status or have Stealth Rock be put up again, use Multi-Attack.

Team Options
========

• Pokemon that appreciate Pursuit-trapped targets being removed such as Substitute + Swords Dance Bouffalant and specially offensive Floatzel benefit from having Silvally-Dark as a teammate.
• Silvally-Dark appreciates having checks to Pinsir such as Gourgeist-XL, Simisear, and Oricorio-E on its side, as it eases pressure off of it to continue to remove entry hazards and Pursuit trap foes. Gourgeist-XL also happens to be a fantastic switch into Silvally-Fighting, while Simisear and Oricorio-E appreciate the removal of Stealth Rock Silvally-Dark provides. remove ori-e mention (rip :( )
• Beyond just Gourgeist-XL, however, Silvally-Dark also appreciates Fighting-type switch-ins such Altaria, Tangela, physically defensive Beheeyem, and Granbull. remove tang mention
• In the same vein, additional Pokemon that appreciate the removal of entry hazards include Electivire, Swanna, and Rapidash.
• Silvally-Dark isn't the greatest entry hazard remover considering its lack of reliable recovery options and susceptibility to all forms of entry hazards. Therefore, Silvally-Dark can be used alongside another entry hazard remover such as the aforementioned Altaria and Swanna as a secondary means of entry hazard removal.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============

• Parting Shot can be used to lower a foe's attacking stats before switching out as an alternative to U-turn. However, Soundproof and Clear Body users are immune to the move, including three of Silvally-Dark's checks: Hakamo-o, Mr. Mime, and Carbink.
• Silvally-Dark can forgo Pursuit and Defog to utilize an offensive Swords Dance set with Zen Headbutt as coverage for Muk and Fighting-types such as Silvally-Fighting, Machoke, and Monferno. However, this set not only faces competition with other Swords Dance Dark-types such as Shiftry and Pawniard but also loses one-on-one with most physical walls, most notably Colbur Berry Gourgeist-XL. Furthermore, utilizing a Swords Dance set draws attention away from Silvally-Dark's most defining feature: being the best Pursuit trapper the metagame has to offer.
• Silvally-Dark can also utilize a more defensively-inclined EV spread and moveset of Rest, Toxic, Defog, and Multi-Attack to function as a Knock Off absorber. While this is an extremely important function for stall teams, Silvally-Dark is extremely passive and has to utilize Rest as its only form of recovery. Additionally, Silvally-Dark almost always has to be used in tandem with a secondary entry hazard remover due to its susceptibility of being worn down fast while asleep.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Pinsir and U-turn users**: Pinsir can utilize Silvally-Dark as means of setting up with either Z-Me First or Swords Dance, while other U-turn users such as Choice Band Komala and Silvally-Ground can severely dent Silvally-Dark

**Fighting-types**: Fighting-types such as Silvally-Fighting, Machoke, and Combusken resist all of Silvally-Dark's moves and can use Silvally-Dark as setup opportunity to acquire boosts from Swords Dance, Bulk Up, and Speed Boost, respectively.

**Defensive Walls**: Physical walls, especially those with reliable recovery options such as Gourgeist-XL and Altaria, can be incredibly hard for Silvally-Dark to defeat on its own.

**Fairy-types**: Fairy-types such as Granbull and Carbink resist Multi-Attack, Pursuit, and U-turn and threaten it out with Play Rough and Moonblast, respectively. Mawile can also set Stealth Rock up again as Silvally-Dark Defogs and U-turns out with the looming threat of Play Rough or Toxic.

**Residual Damage**: Due to its lack of reliable recovery options and it having to switch into entry hazards every time to remove them from play, Silvally-Dark can easily fall victim the being worn down over time.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Aaronboyer, 239454]]
- Quality checked by: [[5gen, 296755], [, ], [, ]]
- Grammar checked by: [[, ], [, ]]

2/3

 

[DurzaOffTopic]

In the overview, mention Silvally-Fighting as one of the setup sweepers that Silvally-Dark invites in. Also in the overview, mention that Silvally-Dark also makes for a very good Shiftry check with its good natural bulk as long as it plays around multiple leaf storms as it resists Knock Off and Sucker Punch.

Swords Dance should get a mention in Moves on the main set as an alternate to Defog if not even a full slash. It's the best fourth move on teams that don't need Darkvally to compress with hazard removal and would rather have the option of having a booster.

Remove mentions of Silvally Ghost and Oricorio-E. I don't think NP Mr. Mime is a great example of something that is trapped - Multi Attack doesn't OHKO from full, and it does way too much with Dazzling Gleam. Pursuit doesn't even kill from full either if Mr. Mime is switching out. Better options exist, such as Beheeyem and Exeggutor.

Other Pokemon that a Jolly nature outspeeds should be updated to better fit the metagame, Oricorio-E is banned and there are better examples out there.

In usage tips, mention that it has to be careful of Sash Kadabra Counter as Kadabra would normally be something to be a target of Pursuit.

In Other Options, change the section to reflect that Swords Dance is a very viable move on Silvally-Dark, even with Pursuit and without Zen Headbutt. Probably should just remove Swords Dance but mention Zen Headbutt on SD sets.

Re-order Checks and counters. Fighting-types should undoubtedly be the first listed. In that bullet, remove Bulk Up as Machoke doesn't run that viably anymore.

qc 3/3

 

[Ginger Princess]

In the overview, mention Silvally-Fighting as one of the setup sweepers that Silvally-Dark invites in. Also in the overview, mention that Silvally-Dark also makes for a very good Shiftry check with its good natural bulk as long as it plays around multiple leaf storms as it resists Knock Off and Sucker Punch.

Swords Dance should get a mention in Moves on the main set as an alternate to Defog if not even a full slash. It's the best fourth move on teams that don't need Darkvally to compress with hazard removal and would rather have the option of having a booster.

Remove mentions of Silvally Ghost and Oricorio-E. I don't think NP Mr. Mime is a great example of something that is trapped - Multi Attack doesn't OHKO from full, and it does way too much with Dazzling Gleam. Pursuit doesn't even kill from full either if Mr. Mime is switching out. Better options exist, such as Beheeyem and Exeggutor.

Other Pokemon that a Jolly nature outspeeds should be updated to better fit the metagame, Oricorio-E is banned and there are better examples out there.

In usage tips, mention that it has to be careful of Sash Kadabra Counter as Kadabra would normally be something to be a target of Pursuit.

In Other Options, change the section to reflect that Swords Dance is a very viable move on Silvally-Dark, even with Pursuit and without Zen Headbutt. Probably should just remove Swords Dance but mention Zen Headbutt on SD sets.

Re-order Checks and counters. Fighting-types should undoubtedly be the first listed. In that bullet, remove Bulk Up as Machoke doesn't run that viably anymore.

qc 3/3

i implemented this. Ready for GP!

 

[Lumari]

remove add / fix (comments); (AC=add comma; RC=remove comma; SC=semicolon)
GP 1/2

check

[OVERVIEW]
Silvally-Dark differentiates itself from other Silvally formes not only by resisting Knock Off and being both as one of the best Knock Off absorbers there is to offer. Silvally-Dark also happens to be and as the most reliable Pursuit trapper in the tier. Silvally-Dark It also has utility options other Silvally formes possess such as the ability to pivot and remove entry hazards from play. However, Silvally-Dark is limited to just a utility options role due to the immense pressure it faces as a Swords Dance Dark-type from Pawniard. Furthermore, Silvally-Dark doesn't have access to Knock Off, a staple for most other Dark-types, meaning it can't remove items from Pokemon it would like to remove items from such as Bronzor and Mareanie. Silvally-Dark also unfortunately draws in wallbreakers and setup sweepers such as Pinsir, Shell Smash Crustle, Silvally-Fighting, and Hakamo-o to come in due to its limited coverage options.

[SET]
name: Utility Pursuit Trapper
move 1: Multi-Attack
move 2: Pursuit
move 3: U-turn
move 4: Defog
item: Dark Memory
ability: RKS System
nature: Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========
Multi-Attack is Silvally-Dark's strongest and most reliable STAB option, super effectively hitting Pokemon such as Bronzor and Beheeyem. Pursuit weakens Pokemon Silvally-Dark forces out such as Exeggutor and the aforementioned Bronzor and Beheeyem. U-turn allows Silvally-Dark to pivot out of Pokemon it has a bad matchup against such as Granbull, Silvally-Fighting, and Pinsir. Defog removes entry hazards for teammates such as Oricorio, Swanna, and Mareanie. Swords Dance can also be run if Defog is not needed (RC) and allow it Silvally-Dark to become the strongest Pursuit user in the tier.

Set Details
========
A Jolly nature is preferred to allow Silvally-Dark to Speed tie with other offensive Silvally formes and non-Choice Scarf Electivire, as well as outspeed Pokemon such as Misdreavus.

Usage Tips
========
Silvally-Dark doesn't have any reliable recovery options, and therefore it should be played conservatively, only switching in to take resisted hits, absorb Knock Offs, Pursuit trap weakened foes, and remove entry hazards. Silvally-Dark should pivot out of Pokemon it outspeeds and has a bad matchup against to conserve momentum and its health. Notably, Silvally-Dark has a rough matchup versus common entry hazard setters such as Golem, Crustle, and Mawile (RC) and should focus on pivoting in a teammate which that has a better matchup against such threats. If you predict a Pokemon such as Bronzor to switch out, use Pursuit. If you believe it's going to stay in predicting Silvally-Dark to predict the switch out and the Pursuit and Silvally-Dark can't afford to be induced with Toxic status or have Stealth Rock be put up again, use Multi-Attack. Be wary of Focus Sash + Counter Kadabra when deciding whether or not to Pursuit trap it, if applicable.

Team Options
========
Pokemon that appreciate Pursuit trapped (RH) targets being removed such as Substitute + Swords Dance Bouffalant and specially offensive Floatzel benefit from having Silvally-Dark as a teammate. Silvally-Dark appreciates having checks to Pinsir such as Gourgeist-XL and Simisear on its side, as it eases pressure off of it to continue to remove entry hazards and Pursuit trap foes. Gourgeist-XL also happens to be a fantastic switch into switch-in to Silvally-Fighting, while Simisear appreciates the removal of Stealth Rock Silvally-Dark provides. Beyond just Gourgeist-XL, however, Silvally-Dark also appreciates Fighting-type switch-ins such Altaria, physically defensive Beheeyem, and Granbull. In the same vein, additional Pokemon that appreciate the removal of entry hazards include Electivire, Swanna, and Rapidash. Silvally-Dark isn't the greatest entry hazard remover considering its lack of reliable recovery options and susceptibility to all forms of entry hazards. Therefore, Silvally-Dark can be used alongside another entry hazard remover such as the aforementioned Altaria and or Swanna as a secondary means of entry hazard removal.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Parting Shot can be used to lower a foe's attacking stats before switching out as an alternative to U-turn. However, Soundproof and Clear Body users are immune to the move, including which include three of Silvally-Dark's checks: Hakamo-o, Mr. Mime, and Carbink. Silvally-Dark Swords Dance variants can forgo Pursuit for Zen Headbutt while running Swords Dance as coverage for Muk and Fighting-types such as Silvally-Fighting, Machoke, and Monferno. However, this set not only faces competition with other Swords Dance Dark-types such as Pawniard but also loses one-on-one with to most physical walls, most notably Colbur Berry Gourgeist-XL. Furthermore, utilizing a Swords Dance set draws attention away from Silvally-Dark's most defining feature: being the best Pursuit trapper the metagame has to offer. Silvally-Dark can also utilize a more defensively inclined (RH) EV spread and moveset of Rest, Toxic, Defog, and Multi-Attack to function as a dedicated Knock Off absorber. However, while this is an extremely important function for stall teams, Silvally-Dark is extremely passive and has to utilize Rest as its only form of recovery. Additionally, Silvally-Dark almost always has to be used in tandem with a secondary entry hazard remover due to its susceptibility of being worn down fast while asleep.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Fighting-types**: Fighting-types such as Silvally-Fighting, Machoke, and Combusken resist all of Silvally-Dark's moves and can use Silvally-Dark as setup opportunity to acquire boosts from Swords Dance, Bulk Up, and or Speed Boost, respectively.

**Fairy-types**: Fairy-types such as Granbull and Carbink resist Multi-Attack, Pursuit, and U-turn and threaten it out with Play Rough and Moonblast, respectively their respective STAB moves. Mawile can also set Stealth Rock up again as Silvally-Dark Defogs and U-turns out with the looming threat of Play Rough or Toxic.

**Defensive Walls**: Physical walls, especially those with reliable recovery options such as Gourgeist-XL and Altaria, can be incredibly hard for Silvally-Dark to defeat on its own.

**Pinsir and U-turn users**: Pinsir can utilize Silvally-Dark as means of setting up with either Z-Me First or Swords Dance, while other U-turn users such as Choice Band Komala and Silvally-Ground can severely dent Silvally-Dark

**Residual Damage**: Due to its lack of reliable recovery options and it having to switch into entry hazards every time to remove them from play, Silvally-Dark can easily fall victim the being worn down over time.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Aaronboyer, 239454]]
- Quality checked by: [[5gen, 296755], [BloodAce0107, 435539], [DurzaOffTopic, 357488]]
- Grammar checked by: [[, ], [, ]]

 

[Ginger Princess]

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GP 1/2

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[OVERVIEW]
Silvally-Dark differentiates itself from other Silvally formes not only by resisting Knock Off and being both as one of the best Knock Off absorbers there is to offer. Silvally-Dark also happens to be and as the most reliable Pursuit trapper in the tier. Silvally-Dark It also has utility options other Silvally formes possess such as the ability to pivot and remove entry hazards from play. However, Silvally-Dark is limited to just a utility options role due to the immense pressure it faces as a Swords Dance Dark-type from Pawniard. Furthermore, Silvally-Dark doesn't have access to Knock Off, a staple for most other Dark-types, meaning it can't remove items from Pokemon it would like to remove items from such as Bronzor and Mareanie. Silvally-Dark also unfortunately draws in wallbreakers and setup sweepers such as Pinsir, Shell Smash Crustle, Silvally-Fighting, and Hakamo-o to come in due to its limited coverage options.

[SET]
name: Utility Pursuit Trapper
move 1: Multi-Attack
move 2: Pursuit
move 3: U-turn
move 4: Defog
item: Dark Memory
ability: RKS System
nature: Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========
Multi-Attack is Silvally-Dark's strongest and most reliable STAB option, super effectively hitting Pokemon such as Bronzor and Beheeyem. Pursuit weakens Pokemon Silvally-Dark forces out such as Exeggutor and the aforementioned Bronzor and Beheeyem. U-turn allows Silvally-Dark to pivot out of Pokemon it has a bad matchup against such as Granbull, Silvally-Fighting, and Pinsir. Defog removes entry hazards for teammates such as Oricorio, Swanna, and Mareanie. Swords Dance can also be run if Defog is not needed (RC) and allow it Silvally-Dark to become the strongest Pursuit user in the tier.

Set Details
========
A Jolly nature is preferred to allow Silvally-Dark to Speed tie with other offensive Silvally formes and non-Choice Scarf Electivire, as well as outspeed Pokemon such as Misdreavus.

Usage Tips
========
Silvally-Dark doesn't have any reliable recovery options, and therefore it should be played conservatively, only switching in to take resisted hits, absorb Knock Offs, Pursuit trap weakened foes, and remove entry hazards. Silvally-Dark should pivot out of Pokemon it outspeeds and has a bad matchup against to conserve momentum and its health. Notably, Silvally-Dark has a rough matchup versus common entry hazard setters such as Golem, Crustle, and Mawile (RC) and should focus on pivoting in a teammate which that has a better matchup against such threats. If you predict a Pokemon such as Bronzor to switch out, use Pursuit. If you believe it's going to stay in predicting Silvally-Dark to predict the switch out and the Pursuit and Silvally-Dark can't afford to be induced with Toxic status or have Stealth Rock be put up again, use Multi-Attack. Be wary of Focus Sash + Counter Kadabra when deciding whether or not to Pursuit trap it, if applicable.

Team Options
========
Pokemon that appreciate Pursuit trapped (RH) targets being removed such as Substitute + Swords Dance Bouffalant and specially offensive Floatzel benefit from having Silvally-Dark as a teammate. Silvally-Dark appreciates having checks to Pinsir such as Gourgeist-XL and Simisear on its side, as it eases pressure off of it to continue to remove entry hazards and Pursuit trap foes. Gourgeist-XL also happens to be a fantastic switch into switch-in to Silvally-Fighting, while Simisear appreciates the removal of Stealth Rock Silvally-Dark provides. Beyond just Gourgeist-XL, however, Silvally-Dark also appreciates Fighting-type switch-ins such Altaria, physically defensive Beheeyem, and Granbull. In the same vein, additional Pokemon that appreciate the removal of entry hazards include Electivire, Swanna, and Rapidash. Silvally-Dark isn't the greatest entry hazard remover considering its lack of reliable recovery options and susceptibility to all forms of entry hazards. Therefore, Silvally-Dark can be used alongside another entry hazard remover such as the aforementioned Altaria and or Swanna as a secondary means of entry hazard removal.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Parting Shot can be used to lower a foe's attacking stats before switching out as an alternative to U-turn. However, Soundproof and Clear Body users are immune to the move, including which include three of Silvally-Dark's checks: Hakamo-o, Mr. Mime, and Carbink. Silvally-Dark Swords Dance variants can forgo Pursuit for Zen Headbutt while running Swords Dance as coverage for Muk and Fighting-types such as Silvally-Fighting, Machoke, and Monferno. However, this set not only faces competition with other Swords Dance Dark-types such as Pawniard but also loses one-on-one with to most physical walls, most notably Colbur Berry Gourgeist-XL. Furthermore, utilizing a Swords Dance set draws attention away from Silvally-Dark's most defining feature: being the best Pursuit trapper the metagame has to offer. Silvally-Dark can also utilize a more defensively inclined (RH) EV spread and moveset of Rest, Toxic, Defog, and Multi-Attack to function as a dedicated Knock Off absorber. However, while this is an extremely important function for stall teams, Silvally-Dark is extremely passive and has to utilize Rest as its only form of recovery. Additionally, Silvally-Dark almost always has to be used in tandem with a secondary entry hazard remover due to its susceptibility of being worn down fast while asleep.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Fighting-types**: Fighting-types such as Silvally-Fighting, Machoke, and Combusken resist all of Silvally-Dark's moves and can use Silvally-Dark as setup opportunity to acquire boosts from Swords Dance, Bulk Up, and or Speed Boost, respectively.

**Fairy-types**: Fairy-types such as Granbull and Carbink resist Multi-Attack, Pursuit, and U-turn and threaten it out with Play Rough and Moonblast, respectively their respective STAB moves. Mawile can also set Stealth Rock up again as Silvally-Dark Defogs and U-turns out with the looming threat of Play Rough or Toxic.

**Defensive Walls**: Physical walls, especially those with reliable recovery options such as Gourgeist-XL and Altaria, can be incredibly hard for Silvally-Dark to defeat on its own.

**Pinsir and U-turn users**: Pinsir can utilize Silvally-Dark as means of setting up with either Z-Me First or Swords Dance, while other U-turn users such as Choice Band Komala and Silvally-Ground can severely dent Silvally-Dark

**Residual Damage**: Due to its lack of reliable recovery options and it having to switch into entry hazards every time to remove them from play, Silvally-Dark can easily fall victim the being worn down over time.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Aaronboyer, 239454]]
- Quality checked by: [[5gen, 296755], [BloodAce0107, 435539], [DurzaOffTopic, 357488]]
- Grammar checked by: [[, ], [, ]]

implemented, ready for 2nd gp

 

[Mafeking]

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just as gladion would've wanted

[OVERVIEW]
Silvally-Dark differentiates itself from other Silvally formes both as one of the best Knock Off absorbers to on offer and as the most reliable Pursuit trapper in the tier. It also has utility options other Silvally formes possess such as the ability to pivot and remove entry hazards from play. However, Silvally-Dark is limited to just a utility role due to the immense pressure competition it faces as a Swords Dance Dark-type from Pawniard. Furthermore, Silvally-Dark doesn't have access to Knock Off, a staple for most other Dark-types, meaning it can't remove items from Pokemon it would like to remove items from such as Bronzor and Mareanie. (sounds repetitive and kind of goes without saying that the draw of Knock Off is removing the item) Silvally-Dark also unfortunately draws in wallbreakers and setup sweepers such as Pinsir, Shell Smash Crustle, Silvally-Fighting, and Hakamo-o due to its limited coverage options.

[SET]
name: Utility Pursuit Trapper
move 1: Multi-Attack
move 2: Pursuit
move 3: U-turn
move 4: Defog
item: Dark Memory
ability: RKS System
nature: Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========
Multi-Attack is Silvally-Dark's strongest and most reliable STAB option, super effectively hitting Pokemon such as Bronzor and Beheeyem super effectively. Pursuit weakens the Pokemon Silvally-Dark forces out such as Exeggutor and the aforementioned Bronzor and Beheeyem. U-turn allows Silvally-Dark to pivot out of Pokemon it has a bad matchup against such as Granbull, Silvally-Fighting, and Pinsir. Defog removes entry hazards for teammates such as Oricorio, Swanna, and Mareanie. Swords Dance can also be run if Defog is not needed and to allow Silvally-Dark to become the strongest Pursuit user in the tier.

Set Details
========
A Jolly nature is preferred to allow Silvally-Dark to Speed tie with other offensive Silvally formes and non-Choice Scarf Electivire, as well as outspeed Pokemon such as Misdreavus.

Usage Tips
========
Silvally-Dark doesn't have any reliable recovery options, and therefore it should be played conservatively, only switching in to take resisted hits, absorb Knock Offs, Pursuit trap weakened foes, and remove entry hazards. Silvally-Dark should pivot out of Pokemon it outspeeds and has a bad matchup against to conserve momentum and its health. Notably, Silvally-Dark has a rough matchup versus common entry hazard setters such as Golem, Crustle, and Mawile and should focus on pivoting in a teammate that has a better matchup against such threats. If you predict a Pokemon such as Bronzor to switch out, use Pursuit. If you believe it's going to stay in predicting the Pursuit and Silvally-Dark can't afford to be induced with Toxic status or have Stealth Rock be put up again, use Multi-Attack. Be wary of Focus Sash + Counter Kadabra when deciding whether or not to Pursuit trap it, if applicable.

Team Options
========
Pokemon that appreciate Pursuit trapped targets being removed such as Substitute + Swords Dance Bouffalant and specially offensive Floatzel benefit from having Silvally-Dark as a teammate. Silvally-Dark appreciates having checks to Pinsir such as Gourgeist-XL and Simisear on its side, as it eases pressure off of it to continue to remove entry hazards and Pursuit trap foes. Gourgeist-XL also happens to be a fantastic switch-in to Silvally-Fighting, while Simisear appreciates the removal of Stealth Rock Silvally-Dark provides. Beyond just Gourgeist-XL, however, Silvally-Dark also appreciates Fighting-type switch-ins such Altaria, physically defensive Beheeyem, and Granbull. In the same vein, additional Pokemon that appreciate the removal of entry hazards include Electivire, Swanna, and Rapidash. Silvally-Dark isn't the greatest entry hazard remover considering its lack of reliable recovery options and susceptibility to all forms of entry hazards. Therefore, Silvally-Dark can be used alongside another entry hazard remover such as the aforementioned Altaria or Swanna as a secondary means of entry hazard removal.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Parting Shot can be used to lower a foe's attacking stats before switching out as an alternative to U-turn. However, Soundproof and Clear Body users are immune to the move, which include three of Silvally-Dark's checks: Hakamo-o, Mr. Mime, and Carbink. Swords Dance variants can forgo Pursuit for Zen Headbutt as coverage for Muk and Fighting-types such as Silvally-Fighting, Machoke, and Monferno. However, this set not only faces competition with other Swords Dance Dark-types such as Pawniard but also loses one-on-one to most physical walls, most notably Colbur Berry Gourgeist-XL. Furthermore, utilizing a Swords Dance set draws attention away from Silvally-Dark's most defining feature: being the best Pursuit trapper the metagame has to offer. Silvally-Dark can also utilize a more defensively inclined EV spread and moveset of Rest, Toxic, Defog, and Multi-Attack to function as a dedicated Knock Off absorber. However, while this is an extremely important function for stall teams, Silvally-Dark is extremely considerably passive and has to utilize Rest as its only form of recovery. (just avoiding the double "extremely" in a short sentence) Additionally, Silvally-Dark almost always has to be used in tandem with a secondary entry hazard remover due to its susceptibility of being worn down fast while asleep.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Fighting-types**: Fighting-types such as Silvally-Fighting, Machoke, and Combusken resist all of Silvally-Dark's moves and can use Silvally-Dark it as setup opportunity to acquire boosts from Swords Dance, Bulk Up, or Speed Boost.

**Fairy-types**: Fairy-types such as Granbull and Carbink resist Multi-Attack, Pursuit, and U-turn and threaten it out with their respective STAB moves. Mawile can also set Stealth Rock up again as Silvally-Dark Defogs and U-turns out with the looming threat of Play Rough or Toxic.

**Defensive Walls**: Physical walls, especially those with reliable recovery options such as Gourgeist-XL and Altaria, can be incredibly hard for Silvally-Dark to defeat on its own.

**Pinsir and U-turn users**: Pinsir can utilize Silvally-Dark as means of setting up with either Z-Me First or Swords Dance, while other U-turn users such as Choice Band Komala and Silvally-Ground can severely dent Silvally-Dark. (add period)

**Residual Damage**: Due to its lack of reliable recovery options and it having to switch into entry hazards every time to remove them from play, Silvally-Dark can easily fall victim the being worn down over time.

good stuff, GP 2/2

 

[Ginger Princess]

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