[SET]
name: Eviolite Sweeper
move 1: Hydro Pump
move 2: Thunderbolt
move 3: Hidden Power Fire
move 4: Recover
item: Eviolite
ability: Natural Cure
nature: Timid
evs: 36 HP / 200 SpA / 240 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>This is one of Staryu's most versatile sets due to its mixed offensive and defensive power. With the boost in both defenses, Staryu makes an excellent check to top offensive threats such as Carvanha, and defensive threats such as Slowpoke and Frillish. Recover alongside Eviolite gives Staryu some excellent longevity in battle. This means that Staryu can repeatedly switch in and tank hits while also dishing out some powerful hits of its own. Hydro Pump is Staryu's main weapon; it's recommended over Surf because of the lack of power without Life Orb. Thunderbolt nails opposing Water-types such as Frillish, Slowpoke, and Carvanha for super effective damage, while Hidden Power Fire hits Grass-types, including Ferroseed.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Ice Beam is always an option if any Dragon-type becomes an issue for your team, as Staryu's coverage moves cannot even hit Dragon-types neutrally. However, Ferroseed is usually the greater threat. Additionally, Staryu has trouble getting past Pokemon such as Chinchou and Munchlax. Chinchou resists all of Staryu's moves, but still takes a hefty amount of damage from Hydro Pump after factoring in Stealth Rock and Spikes. Using Diglett to switch into the inevitable Volt Switch will net a free kill and give Staryu a clear path to sweep. Munchlax is a little more difficult to defeat, since it isn't weak to any specific trapping Pokemon. A good way to deal with Munchlax is by using Elekid. Elekid can safely lure and put a large dent in Munchlax, allowing Staryu to finish it off and sweep.</p>
name: Eviolite Sweeper
move 1: Hydro Pump
move 2: Thunderbolt
move 3: Hidden Power Fire
move 4: Recover
item: Eviolite
ability: Natural Cure
nature: Timid
evs: 36 HP / 200 SpA / 240 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>This is one of Staryu's most versatile sets due to its mixed offensive and defensive power. With the boost in both defenses, Staryu makes an excellent check to top offensive threats such as Carvanha, and defensive threats such as Slowpoke and Frillish. Recover alongside Eviolite gives Staryu some excellent longevity in battle. This means that Staryu can repeatedly switch in and tank hits while also dishing out some powerful hits of its own. Hydro Pump is Staryu's main weapon; it's recommended over Surf because of the lack of power without Life Orb. Thunderbolt nails opposing Water-types such as Frillish, Slowpoke, and Carvanha for super effective damage, while Hidden Power Fire hits Grass-types, including Ferroseed.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Ice Beam is always an option if any Dragon-type becomes an issue for your team, as Staryu's coverage moves cannot even hit Dragon-types neutrally. However, Ferroseed is usually the greater threat. Additionally, Staryu has trouble getting past Pokemon such as Chinchou and Munchlax. Chinchou resists all of Staryu's moves, but still takes a hefty amount of damage from Hydro Pump after factoring in Stealth Rock and Spikes. Using Diglett to switch into the inevitable Volt Switch will net a free kill and give Staryu a clear path to sweep. Munchlax is a little more difficult to defeat, since it isn't weak to any specific trapping Pokemon. A good way to deal with Munchlax is by using Elekid. Elekid can safely lure and put a large dent in Munchlax, allowing Staryu to finish it off and sweep.</p>