Resource UU Old Gens Hub

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UNDERUSED OLD GENS HUB
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Hello and welcome to the Underused Old Gens Hub! This is a resource meant for the discussion and archival of all things from generation 2-7. This includes: Ultra Sun and Moon, Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, Black 2 and White 2, Diamond/Pearl/Platinum, Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald, and Gold/Silver/Crystal UU. Here you will find the Viability Rankings, differences in mechanics, and a host of sample teams for each tier. This is also a place where you are encouraged to discuss rankings and meta changes, as well as anything else that would pertain to the older tiers. Newer players are encouraged to give each tier a try and hopefully bring more life into these aging metas.

For tournaments, look no further than the annual UNDERUSED CLASSICS and UNDERUSED PREMIER LEAGUE, both of which feature all of these tiers in higher level tour play and give you the opportunity to make a name for yourself in the UnderUsed community.

Current Discussion Slate: GSC UU- Give it a try! Post your thoughts on this relatively new to tournaments tier and help it grow!

More sample teams will be added over the next few days, contributions also welcome!

 

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USUM UU​

Differences from Generation 8 in mechanics:

-Z Moves
-Mega Evoltutions speed changes are calculated the same turn as mega evolution
-A host of differences in base power, secondary effects, and accuracy in different moves and abilities

Viability Rankings

Credits: https://www.smogon.com/forums/threads/usum-uu-viability-ranking-thread-v3.3641346/
S Rank

Latias

Scizor

S- Rank

Altaria-Mega

A+ Rank

Aerodactyl-Mega
Hydreigon

Krookodile

Primarina

Terrakion

A Rank

Amoonguss

Blissey

Celebi

Infernape

Manectric-Mega

Mimikyu

Sharpedo-Mega

Slowbro-Mega

Togekiss

A- Rank

Aggron-Mega

Alomomola

Bisharp
Cobalion

Doublade

Empoleon

Gengar

Hippowdon

Mamoswine

Mew

Rotom-H

Starmie

Steelix-Mega

Tentacruel

B+ Rank

Gligar

Klefki

Kyurem

Lucario

Moltres

Nidoking

Nidoqueen

Nihilego

Rhyperior

Slowbro

Suicune

Swampert

Volcanion

B Rank

Blastoise-Mega

Crawdaunt

Diancie

Feraligatr

Florges

Froslass

Houndoom-Mega

Pyukumuku

Roserade

Sylveon

Tsareena

B- Rank

Araquanid

Azelf

Beedrill-Mega

Bewear

Bronzong

Chandelure

Heracross

Mantine

Mienshao

Muk-Alola

Necrozma

Sceptile-Mega

Seismitoad

Stakataka

C+ Rank

Haxorus

Jellicent

Magneton

Pidgeot-Mega

Reuniclus

Rotom-C

Talonflame

Toxicroak

Zeraora

C Rank

Absol-Mega

Barbaracle

Chesnaught

Crobat

Linoone

Salazzle

Snorlax

Tornadus

Umbreon

Venomoth

Xatu

Zygarde-10%

C- Rank

Articuno

Cresselia

Decidueye

Ferroseed

Metagross

Palossand

Porygon2

Registeel

Silvally-Steel

Sample Teams

Protect Manectric by Christo

Latias (F) @ Dragonium Z
Ability: Levitate
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Calm Mind
- Draco Meteor
- Ice Beam
- Hidden Power [Fire]

Scizor @ Choice Band
Ability: Technician
EVs: 200 HP / 252 Atk / 56 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Bullet Punch
- U-turn
- Pursuit
- Superpower

Manectric-Mega @ Manectite
Ability: Intimidate
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Volt Switch
- Hidden Power [Ice]
- Flamethrower
- Protect

Krookodile @ Life Orb
Ability: Intimidate
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Knock Off
- Earthquake
- Stone Edge

Togekiss @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Serene Grace
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Air Slash
- Thunder Wave
- Trick
- Roost

Tentacruel @ Black Sludge
Ability: Liquid Ooze
EVs: 252 HP / 236 Def / 20 Spe
Bold Nature
- Scald
- Knock Off
- Sludge Bomb
- Rapid Spin

CM Mega Slowbro + Berry Terrak by Adaam

Slowbro-Mega @ Slowbronite
Ability: Regenerator
EVs: 252 HP / 56 Def / 180 SpD / 20 Spe
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Calm Mind
- Scald
- Psyshock
- Slack Off

Krookodile @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Intimidate
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Earthquake
- Knock Off
- Pursuit
- Crunch

Scizor @ Life Orb
Ability: Technician
EVs: 216 HP / 252 Atk / 40 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Swords Dance
- Bullet Punch
- Bug Bite
- Roost

Rotom-Heat @ Firium Z
Ability: Levitate
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Overheat
- Thunderbolt
- Volt Switch
- Pain Split

Empoleon @ Leftovers
Ability: Torrent
EVs: 252 HP / 196 SpD / 60 Spe
Calm Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Defog
- Scald
- Protect
- Toxic

Terrakion @ Babiri Berry
Ability: Justified
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Toxic
- Close Combat
- Stone Edge

Mimi HO by Christo

Latias (F) @ Dragonium Z
Ability: Levitate
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Calm Mind
- Draco Meteor
- Psyshock
- Hidden Power [Fire]

Mimikyu @ Life Orb
Ability: Disguise
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Swords Dance
- Shadow Sneak
- Play Rough
- Shadow Claw

Froslass (F) @ Focus Sash
Ability: Cursed Body
EVs: 248 HP / 8 SpA / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Spikes
- Taunt
- Destiny Bond
- Icy Wind

Sharpedo-Mega @ Sharpedonite
Ability: Speed Boost
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Crunch
- Psychic Fangs
- Ice Fang
- Protect

Scizor @ Life Orb
Ability: Technician
EVs: 240 HP / 252 Atk / 16 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Swords Dance
- Bullet Punch
- Knock Off
- Quick Attack

Swampert @ Life Orb
Ability: Torrent
EVs: 128 HP / 252 Atk / 128 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Waterfall
- Earthquake
- Ice Punch

Nidoking Volt-Turn by CBU

Nidoking @ Life Orb
Ability: Sheer Force
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Sludge Wave
- Earth Power
- Protect
- Ice Beam

Scizor @ Choice Band
Ability: Technician
EVs: 248 HP / 252 Atk / 8 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Bullet Punch
- Superpower
- Pursuit
- U-turn

Manectric-Mega @ Manectite
Ability: Lightning Rod
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Volt Switch
- Protect
- Flamethrower
- Hidden Power [Ice]

Togekiss @ Leftovers
Ability: Serene Grace
EVs: 248 HP / 84 SpA / 176 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Defog
- Air Slash
- Roost
- Thunder Wave

Infernape @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Iron Fist
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Close Combat
- Flare Blitz
- U-turn
- Mach Punch

Seismitoad @ Leftovers
Ability: Water Absorb
EVs: 252 HP / 4 Atk / 252 Def
Impish Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Scald
- Earthquake
- Toxic

Double Steel Volt-Turn by CBU

Lucario @ Fightinium Z
Ability: Inner Focus
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Nasty Plot
- Aura Sphere
- Flash Cannon
- Vacuum Wave

Scizor @ Choice Band
Ability: Technician
EVs: 212 HP / 252 Atk / 44 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Pursuit
- U-turn
- Superpower
- Bullet Punch

Nidoqueen @ Life Orb
Ability: Sheer Force
EVs: 128 HP / 252 SpA / 128 Spe
Modest Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Stealth Rock
- Sludge Wave
- Earth Power
- Ice Beam

Manectric-Mega @ Manectite
Ability: Lightning Rod
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Volt Switch
- Hidden Power [Grass]
- Signal Beam
- Flamethrower

Hydreigon @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Levitate
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
- U-turn
- Draco Meteor
- Dark Pulse
- Defog

Primarina @ Leftovers
Ability: Torrent
EVs: 248 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpD / 4 Spe
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Scald
- Moonblast
- Rest
- Sleep Talk

pif stalls go nuts

https://pokepast.es/3e07d2f96b6e5d51

In depth discussion thread by Adaam

 

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ORAS UU
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Differences from Generation 8 in mechanics:

-Burn deals 1/8th Pokemons max HP per turn
-Dark types can be effected by Prankster
-Speed of paralyzed Pokemon is decreased by 75%
-Confusion chance to hit yourself is 50%
-Mega evolutions speed change is not calculated the turn of evolution
-A host of differences in base power, secondary effects, and accuracy in different moves and abilities

Viability Rankings

Credits to Pak Pearl Killintime
S Rank

Hydreigon

Aerodactyl (Mega)

A Rank

A+ Rank

Krookodile

Celebi

Suicune

Swampert (Mega)

Florges

A Rank

Empoleon

Cobalion

Swampert

Nidoqueen

Entei

Crobat

Gyarados

Tentacruel

A- Rank

Mandibuzz

Roserade

Infernape

Beedrill (Mega)

Sceptile (Mega)

Mamoswine

Reuniclus

Kyurem

Cresselia

Sharpedo (Mega)

B Rank

B+ Rank

Gligar

Slowking

Alomomola

Blastoise (Mega)

Heracross

Aggron (Mega)

Steelix (Mega)

Sylveon

Whimsicott

Klefki

Doublade

B Rank

Snorlax

Metagross

Crawdaunt

Blissey

Milotic

Toxicroak

Tornadus

Forretress

Jellicent

Escavalier

Bronzong

Nidoking

Lucario

Rotom-C

B- Rank

Mienshao

Seismitoad

Abomasnow (Mega)

Feraligatr

Tyrantrum

Heliolisk

Diancie

Chesnaught

Chandelure

Froslass

Porygon2

Slurpuff

Haxorus

Arcanine

Rhyperior

Houndoom (Mega)

Dragalge

Hoopa

Virizion

C Rank

C+ Rank:

Absol (Mega)

Espeon

Venomoth

Shaymin

Galvantula

Durant

Aerodactyl

Rotom-H

Umbreon

Porygon-Z

Gardevoir

Magneton

Darmanitan

Quagsire

C Rank

Moltres

Sableye

Cloyster

Ampharos (Mega)

Fletchinder

Zoroark

Shuckle

Machamp

Honchkrow

Noivern

Registeel

Uxie

C- Rank

Togetic

Qwilfish

Omastar

Glalie (Mega)

Donphan

Meloetta

Yanmega

Pangoro

Goodra

D Rank

Vaporeon

Sample Teams

roar cune by Adaam

Suicune @ Leftovers
Ability: Pressure
EVs: 252 HP / 180 Def / 76 Spe
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Calm Mind
- Scald
- Rest
- Roar

Aerodactyl-Mega @ Aerodactylite
Ability: Tough Claws
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Stone Edge
- Aerial Ace
- Earthquake
- Pursuit

Florges (F) @ Leftovers
Ability: Flower Veil
EVs: 252 HP / 240 Def / 16 Spe
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Wish
- Synthesis
- Moonblast
- Heal Bell

Bronzong @ Leftovers
Ability: Levitate
EVs: 252 HP / 4 Def / 252 SpD
Careful Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Stealth Rock
- Psywave
- Toxic
- Protect

Tentacruel @ Black Sludge
Ability: Liquid Ooze
EVs: 252 HP / 240 Def / 16 Spe
Bold Nature
- Scald
- Haze
- Rapid Spin
- Knock Off

Krookodile @ Choice Band
Ability: Intimidate
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Knock Off
- Earthquake
- Pursuit
- Superpower

AV Shao + Band Meta by Wanka

Mienshao @ Assault Vest
Ability: Regenerator
EVs: 100 HP / 192 SpD / 216 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Poison Jab
- High Jump Kick
- Knock Off
- U-turn

Metagross @ Choice Band
Ability: Clear Body
EVs: 120 HP / 252 Atk / 136 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Meteor Mash
- Zen Headbutt
- Earthquake
- Trick

Aerodactyl-Mega @ Aerodactylite
Ability: Tough Claws
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Aerial Ace
- Stone Edge
- Pursuit
- Crunch

Slowking @ Colbur Berry
Ability: Regenerator
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpA
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Scald
- Psychic
- Slack Off
- Toxic

Empoleon @ Leftovers
Ability: Torrent
EVs: 248 HP / 252 SpD / 8 Spe
Calm Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Scald
- Signal Beam
- Defog
- Roar

Krookodile @ Rocky Helmet
Ability: Intimidate
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Knock Off
- Taunt
- Stealth Rock
- Earthquake

Pressure Kyurem by Wanka

Kyurem @ Leftovers
Ability: Pressure
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Ice Beam
- Earth Power
- Substitute
- Roost

Empoleon @ Leftovers
Ability: Torrent
EVs: 248 HP / 252 SpD / 8 Spe
Calm Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Scald
- Signal Beam
- Defog
- Roar

Slowking @ Colbur Berry
Ability: Regenerator
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpA
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Scald
- Psyshock
- Slack Off
- Calm Mind

Nidoqueen (F) @ Life Orb
Ability: Sheer Force
EVs: 56 HP / 252 SpA / 200 Spe
Modest Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Stealth Rock
- Sludge Wave
- Earth Power
- Ice Beam

Whimsicott @ Leftovers
Ability: Prankster
EVs: 248 HP / 68 Def / 192 Spe
Timid Nature
- Moonblast
- Leech Seed
- U-turn
- Taunt

Aerodactyl-Mega @ Aerodactylite
Ability: Tough Claws
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Stone Edge
- Aerial Ace
- Crunch
- Pursuit

Specs Drei + Hoopa by Pak

Hydreigon @ Choice Specs
Ability: Levitate
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
- Draco Meteor
- Dark Pulse
- Flash Cannon
- U-turn

Hoopa @ Leftovers
Ability: Magician
EVs: 4 Def / 224 SpA / 36 SpD / 244 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Shadow Ball
- Focus Blast
- Substitute
- Nasty Plot

Crobat
Ability: Infiltrator
EVs: 248 HP / 116 Def / 144 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Acrobatics
- Roost
- U-turn
- Haze

Empoleon @ Leftovers
Ability: Torrent
EVs: 248 HP / 40 Def / 40 SpA / 180 SpD
Calm Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Scald
- Signal Beam
- Defog
- Roar

Conkeldurr @ Leftovers
Ability: Guts
EVs: 224 HP / 16 Atk / 252 SpD / 16 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Drain Punch
- Knock Off
- Mach Punch
- Bulk Up

Swampert-Mega @ Swampertite
Ability: Torrent
EVs: 196 HP / 252 Atk / 60 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Earthquake
- Waterfall
- Ice Punch
- Stealth Rock

Leech Seed Sceptile by Killintime

Sceptile-Mega @ Sceptilite
Ability: Lightning Rod
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Dragon Pulse
- Leaf Storm
- Leech Seed
- Focus Blast

Mienshao @ Assault Vest
Ability: Regenerator
EVs: 100 HP / 192 SpD / 216 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Knock Off
- High Jump Kick
- U-turn
- Poison Jab

Metagross @ Leftovers
Ability: Clear Body
EVs: 248 HP / 108 Atk / 96 Def / 56 Spe
Impish Nature
- Protect
- Meteor Mash
- Earthquake
- Toxic

Seismitoad @ Leftovers
Ability: Water Absorb
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpD
Relaxed Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Scald
- Toxic
- Knock Off

Mandibuzz (F) @ Leftovers
Ability: Overcoat
EVs: 252 HP / 208 SpD / 48 Spe
Careful Nature
- Foul Play
- Roost
- Defog
- U-turn

Florges (F) @ Leftovers
Ability: Flower Veil
EVs: 252 HP / 240 Def / 16 Spe
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Moonblast
- Synthesis
- Wish
- Aromatherapy

In depth discussion thread by Pak

 

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BW UU
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Differences from Generation 8 in mechanics:
-Hidden Power is Based off IVs and has a base power of 70
-Burn deals 1/8th Pokemons max HP per turn
-Speed of paralyzed Pokemon is decreased by 75%
-Confusion chance to hit yourself is 50%
-Dark and Ghost are resisted by Steel
-Sleep turns are reset upon switching out
-A host of differences in base power, secondary effects, and accuracy in different moves and abilities

Viability Rankings

Credits myself Accelgor col49 Finchinator choolio
S
Zapdos
Victini
Togekiss
Snorlax
Kingdra

A+
Raikou
Nidoqueen
Cofagrigus
Heracross
Mew
Roserade

A
Rhyperior
Sharpedo
Mienshao
Weavile
Druddigon

A-
Flygon
Swampert
Shaymin
Slowbro
Tornadus
Nidoking
Qwilfish
Bronzong
Umbreon
Cobalion
Suicune

B+
Sableye
Slowking
Crobat
Darmanitan
Porygon2
Azelf
Empoleon
Blastoise
Xatu
Gligar

B
Arcanine
Azumarill
Cresselia
Golurk
Porygon-Z
Scolipede
Venomoth
Yanmega
Meloetta

B-
Amoonguss
Durant
Escavalier
Honchkrow
Mismagius
Rotom-H
Sceptile
Virizion
Uxie
Tangrowth

C+
Hitmontop
Krookodile
Machamp
Rotom-C
Zoroark
Bisharp
Clefable

C
Ferroseed
Lilligant
Milotic
Omastar
Registeel
Scrafty
Smeargle

Sample Teams

Gem Drudd Balance by Amukamara

Druddigon @ Dragon Gem
Ability: Mold Breaker
EVs: 252 HP / 96 Atk / 160 SpD
Adamant Nature
- Dragon Tail
- Earthquake
- Outrage
- Stealth Rock

Blastoise @ Leftovers
Ability: Torrent
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpD
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Scald
- Rapid Spin
- Roar
- Refresh

Zapdos @ Leftovers
Ability: Pressure
EVs: 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 2 Atk / 30 SpA
- Roost
- Thunderbolt
- Hidden Power [Grass]
- Heat Wave

Roserade @ Life Orb
Ability: Natural Cure
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Sleep Powder
- Sludge Bomb
- Leaf Storm
- Synthesis

Flygon @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Levitate
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Earthquake
- Dragon Claw
- Outrage
- U-turn

Victini @ Choice Band
Ability: Victory Star
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- V-create
- Bolt Strike
- U-turn
- Zen Headbutt

Stallbreaker mew

Mew @ Leftovers
Ability: Synchronize
EVs: 248 HP / 84 SpD / 176 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Soft-Boiled
- Will-O-Wisp
- Taunt
- Psyshock

Rhyperior (M) @ Leftovers
Ability: Solid Rock
EVs: 244 HP / 16 Atk / 248 SpD
Adamant Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Earthquake
- Rock Blast
- Dragon Tail

Qwilfish (F) @ Black Sludge
Ability: Intimidate
EVs: 248 HP / 200 Def / 60 Spe
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Spikes
- Scald
- Taunt
- Pain Split

Heracross (F) @ Leftovers
Ability: Guts
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Swords Dance
- Megahorn
- Stone Edge
- Close Combat

Togekiss (M) @ Leftovers
Ability: Serene Grace
EVs: 248 HP / 160 Def / 100 Spe
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Nasty Plot
- Air Slash
- Roost
- Heal Bell

Umbreon (M) @ Leftovers
Ability: Synchronize
EVs: 252 HP / 252 SpD / 4 Spe
Calm Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Wish
- Protect
- Foul Play
- Toxic

rain by col49

Kingdra @ Choice Specs
Ability: Swift Swim
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Hydro Pump
- Surf
- Draco Meteor
- Ice Beam

Kabutops @ Life Orb
Ability: Swift Swim
EVs: 224 Atk / 32 Def / 252 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Swords Dance
- Waterfall
- Aqua Jet
- Stone Edge

Azelf @ Damp Rock
Ability: Levitate
EVs: 76 HP / 176 Def / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Taunt
- Rain Dance
- Explosion

Tornadus @ Damp Rock
Ability: Prankster
EVs: 8 Def / 248 SpA / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Hurricane
- Focus Blast
- Rain Dance
- Tailwind

Raikou @ Zap Plate
Ability: Pressure
Shiny: Yes
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 2 Atk / 30 Def
- Thunder
- Volt Switch
- Hidden Power [Ice]
- Roar

Heracross @ Choice Band
Ability: Guts
EVs: 96 HP / 152 Atk / 64 Def / 196 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Close Combat
- Megahorn
- Stone Edge
- Earthquake

banded escav balance by col49

Raikou @ Leftovers
Ability: Pressure
EVs: 52 Def / 204 SpA / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 2 Atk / 30 Def
- Calm Mind
- Substitute
- Thunderbolt
- Hidden Power [Ice]

Rhyperior @ Leftovers
Ability: Solid Rock
EVs: 184 HP / 16 Atk / 8 Def / 248 SpD / 52 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Earthquake
- Rock Blast
- Swords Dance

Crobat @ Black Sludge
Ability: Infiltrator
EVs: 232 HP / 104 Atk / 12 Def / 16 SpD / 144 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Taunt
- Brave Bird
- Roost
- U-turn

Slowking @ Leftovers
Ability: Regenerator
EVs: 252 HP / 12 Atk / 188 Def / 52 SpD / 4 Spe
Relaxed Nature
- Scald
- Dragon Tail
- Slack Off
- Toxic

Escavalier @ Choice Band
Ability: Swarm
EVs: 248 HP / 160 Atk / 4 SpD / 96 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Megahorn
- Pursuit
- Iron Head
- Sleep Talk

Flygon @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Levitate
EVs: 8 HP / 244 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- U-turn
- Earthquake
- Outrage
- Toxic

 

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DPP UU
​

Differences from Generation 8 in mechanics:
-Hidden Power is Based off IVs and has a base power of 70
-Burn deals 1/8th Pokemons max HP per turn
-Speed of paralyzed Pokemon is decreased by 75%
-Confusion chance to hit yourself is 50%
-Dark and Ghost are resisted by Steel
-No team Preview, your lead is the first Pokemon in your party
-A host of differences in base power, secondary effects, and accuracy in different moves and abilities

Viability Rankings

Credits Heysup brewfasa Donphantastic
S Rank

Venusaur
Registeel
Milotic

A Rank

A+
Arcanine
Houndoom
Donphan
Omastar
Rotom

A
Uxie
Entei
Kabutops
Qwilfish
Mesprit
Torterra
Toxicroak
Blaziken
Spiritomb
Alakazam

A-
Hitmontop
Leafeon
Rhyperior
Azumarill
Cloyster
Scyther
Sceptile
Moltres
Dugtrio
Clefable

B Rank

B+

Mismagius
Swellow
Blastoise
Hariyama
Aggron
Primeape
Drapion
Absol
Hitmonlee
Chansey
Steelix
Feraligatr
Ursaring
Lanturn
Ambipom
Weezing

B

Kangaskhan
Slowking
Snover
Exeggutor
Ludicolo
Miltank

B-
Altaria
Espeon
Magmortar
Tangrowth
Walrein
Cacturne

C Rank

Slowbro
Tauros
Nidoqueen
Skuntank
Manectric
Gorebyss
Jynx
Nidoking
Regice
Claydol
Gardevoir
Hippopotas
Cradily
Medicham
Typhlosion
Drifblim
Magneton
Poliwrath
Lickilicky
Gastrodon

Sample Teams

Double Fight Pursuit by Heysup

Hariyama @ Toxic Orb
Ability: Guts
EVs: 252 Atk / 88 SpD / 168 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Fake Out
- Close Combat
- Payback
- Bullet Punch

Primeape @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Vital Spirit
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Close Combat
- Earthquake
- Stone Edge
- U-turn

Regirock @ Rindo Berry
Ability: Clear Body
EVs: 252 HP / 4 Atk / 252 SpD
Adamant Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Explosion
- Rock Slide
- Toxic

Venusaur @ Life Orb
Ability: Overgrow
EVs: 104 HP / 4 Def / 252 SpA / 148 Spe
Modest Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Sludge Bomb
- Leaf Storm
- Sleep Powder
- Synthesis

Houndoom @ Life Orb
Ability: Flash Fire
EVs: 252 Atk / 32 SpA / 224 Spe
Hasty Nature
- Pursuit
- Crunch
- Sucker Punch
- Overheat

Uxie @ Chesto Berry
Ability: Levitate
EVs: 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 3 Atk / 30 SpA / 30 SpD
- Calm Mind
- Psychic
- Hidden Power [Ground]
- Rest

double fire by Heysup

Venusaur @ Life Orb
Ability: Overgrow
EVs: 112 HP / 248 SpA / 148 Spe
Modest Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Synthesis
- Leaf Storm
- Sludge Bomb
- Sleep Powder

Registeel @ Leftovers
Ability: Clear Body
EVs: 252 HP / 100 Def / 156 SpD
Calm Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Seismic Toss
- Hidden Power [Ghost]
- Counter

Moltres @ Life Orb
Ability: Pressure
EVs: 40 HP / 252 SpA / 216 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Sunny Day
- Solar Beam
- Fire Blast
- Morning Sun

Blastoise @ Leftovers
Ability: Torrent
EVs: 252 HP / 216 Def / 4 SpD / 36 Spe
Calm Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Foresight
- Rapid Spin
- Surf
- Roar

Houndoom @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Early Bird
EVs: 24 Atk / 252 SpA / 232 Spe
Hasty Nature
- Fire Blast
- Pursuit
- Dark Pulse
- Hidden Power [Rock]

Dugtrio @ Life Orb
Ability: Arena Trap
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Earthquake
- Stone Edge
- Sucker Punch
- Screech

Spikes Double Ghost by Heysup

Cloyster @ Focus Sash
Ability: Shell Armor
EVs: 4 Atk / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
Naive Nature
- Surf
- Explosion
- Rapid Spin
- Spikes

Rotom @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Levitate
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 2 Atk / 30 Def
- Trick
- Thunderbolt
- Hidden Power [Ice]
- Shadow Ball

Toxicroak @ Lum Berry
Ability: Dry Skin
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Ice Punch
- Low Kick
- Sucker Punch
- Swords Dance

Azumarill @ Leftovers
Ability: Huge Power
EVs: 252 HP / 200 Atk / 56 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Aqua Jet
- Double-Edge
- Substitute
- Toxic

Regirock @ Leftovers
Ability: Clear Body
EVs: 208 HP / 48 Atk / 252 SpD
Impish Nature
- Explosion
- Rock Slide
- Thunder Wave
- Stealth Rock

Spiritomb @ Leftovers
Ability: Pressure
EVs: 244 HP / 252 SpA / 12 Spe
Quiet Nature
- Shadow Ball
- Hidden Power [Ground]
- Shadow Sneak
- Pursuit

RP Torterra Offense by brewfasa

Scyther @ Choice Band
Ability: Technician
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- U-turn
- Aerial Ace
- Brick Break
- Quick Attack

Torterra @ Life Orb
Ability: Overgrow
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Rock Polish
- Wood Hammer
- Earthquake
- Stone Edge

Blastoise @ Leftovers
Ability: Torrent
EVs: 248 HP / 244 Def / 16 SpD
Calm Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Rapid Spin
- Toxic
- Surf
- Protect

Regirock @ Leftovers
Ability: Clear Body
EVs: 240 HP / 36 Atk / 216 SpD / 16 Spe
Careful Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Rock Slide
- Earthquake
- Explosion

Houndoom @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Early Bird
EVs: 24 Atk / 252 SpA / 232 Spe
Hasty Nature
- Fire Blast
- Dark Pulse
- Pursuit
- Hidden Power [Rock]

Toxicroak @ Lum Berry
Ability: Dry Skin
EVs: 40 HP / 252 Atk / 216 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Swords Dance
- Ice Punch
- Low Kick
- Sucker Punch

LO Hitmonlee Balance by brewfasa

Venusaur @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Overgrow
EVs: 252 SpA / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 2 Atk / 30 Spe
- Leaf Storm
- Sludge Bomb
- Hidden Power [Psychic]
- Sleep Powder

Registeel @ Leftovers
Ability: Clear Body
EVs: 252 HP / 40 Def / 216 SpD
Careful Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Iron Head
- Earthquake
- Toxic

Hitmonlee @ Life Orb
Ability: Limber
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Rapid Spin
- Close Combat
- Stone Edge
- Sucker Punch

Moltres @ Life Orb
Ability: Pressure
EVs: 80 HP / 252 SpA / 176 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Fire Blast
- Air Slash
- Roost
- Agility

Milotic @ Leftovers
Ability: Marvel Scale
EVs: 224 HP / 252 Def / 16 SpD / 16 Spe
Calm Nature
IVs: 2 Atk / 30 Spe
- Surf
- Ice Beam
- Toxic
- Recover

Clefable @ Leftovers
Ability: Magic Guard
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 Spe
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Calm Mind
- Thunderbolt
- Ice Beam
- Soft-Boiled

Zam Spikes by brewfasa

Qwilfish @ Leftovers
Ability: Poison Point
EVs: 252 HP / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Taunt
- Spikes
- Waterfall
- Thunder Wave

Steelix @ Leftovers
Ability: Rock Head
EVs: 248 HP / 8 Atk / 252 SpD
Sassy Nature
IVs: 0 Spe
- Stealth Rock
- Earthquake
- Gyro Ball
- Roar

Arcanine @ Leftovers
Ability: Intimidate
EVs: 248 HP / 8 Atk / 252 SpD
Careful Nature
- Toxic
- Flare Blitz
- Extreme Speed
- Morning Sun

Mismagius @ Leftovers
Ability: Levitate
EVs: 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Nasty Plot
- Shadow Ball
- Thunderbolt
- Substitute

Leafeon @ Leftovers
Ability: Leaf Guard
EVs: 40 HP / 252 Atk / 216 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Swords Dance
- Leaf Blade
- Double-Edge
- Synthesis

Alakazam @ Life Orb
Ability: Synchronize
EVs: 252 SpA / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Psychic
- Signal Beam
- Focus Blast
- Taunt

lum kabu + torterra by Donny P

Mesprit @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Levitate
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
- Psychic
- Ice Beam
- Trick
- U-turn

Torterra @ Choice Band
Ability: Overgrow
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Wood Hammer
- Earthquake
- Stone Edge
- Double-Edge

Regirock @ Passho Berry
Ability: Clear Body
EVs: 36 HP / 252 Atk / 220 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Explosion
- Stone Edge
- Earthquake

Moltres @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Pressure
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
- U-turn
- Fire Blast
- Air Slash
- Sleep Talk

Lanturn @ Leftovers
Ability: Volt Absorb
EVs: 40 HP / 216 SpA / 128 SpD / 124 Spe
Calm Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Surf
- Discharge
- Ice Beam
- Thunder Wave

Kabutops @ Lum Berry
Ability: Swift Swim
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Swords Dance
- Rapid Spin
- Stone Edge
- Aqua Jet

zam + croak by Donny P

Regirock @ Passho Berry
Ability: Clear Body
EVs: 36 HP / 252 Atk / 220 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Explosion
- Stone Edge
- Earthquake

Alakazam @ Life Orb
Ability: Synchronize
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Psychic
- Shadow Ball
- Focus Blast
- Substitute

Houndoom @ Dread Plate
Ability: Flash Fire
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpA / 252 Spe
Naive Nature
- Sucker Punch
- Pursuit
- Crunch
- Overheat

Rotom @ Colbur Berry
Ability: Levitate
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Thunder Wave
- Will-O-Wisp
- Thunderbolt
- Shadow Ball

Venusaur @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Overgrow
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 2 Atk / 30 Spe
- Sludge Bomb
- Sleep Powder
- Leaf Storm
- Hidden Power [Psychic]

Toxicroak @ Lum Berry
Ability: Dry Skin
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Swords Dance
- Ice Punch
- Low Kick
- Sucker Punch

In depth discussion thread by esche

 

[r0ady]

ADV UU
​

Differences from Generation 8 in mechanics:
-Whether or not a move is special or physical is determined by the typing
-Hidden Power is Based off IVs and has a base power of 70
-No team Preview, your lead is the first Pokemon in your party
-Burn deals 1/8th Pokemons max HP per turn
-Speed of paralyzed Pokemon is decreased by 75%
-Confusion chance to hit yourself is 50%
-Dark and Ghost are resisted by Steel
-Sleep turns reset to 0 upon switching out
-A host of differences in base power, secondary effects, and accuracy in different moves and abilities

Viability Rankings

Credits Hogg Raichy Shiba

S+
Kangaskhan

S
Omastar
Tentacruel
Scyther


A+
Hypno
Walrein
Cradily
Nidoking
Gligar


A
Granbull
Lanturn
Lunatone
Solrock
Muk
Blastoise
Ninetales
Altaria


A-
Hitmontop
Vileplume
Pinsir
Nidoqueen
Electabuzz
Manectric
Electrode


B+
Primeape
Hitmonlee
Slowking
Sharpedo
Grumpig
Aggron
Golem
Sandslash
Camerupt
Quagsire
Clefable
Misdreavus
Linoone


B
Kabutops
Banette
Qwilfish
Meganium
Gorebyss
Ampharos
Shiftry
Golduck


B-
Feraligatr
Poliwrath
Shedinja
Magmar
Victreebel
Raichu


C+
Mantine
Mr. Mime
Rapidash
Stantler
Politoed


C
Sableye
Azumarill
Xatu
Exploud
Mawile


C-
Persian
Roselia
Absol
Sneasel
Venomoth
Girafarig

Sample Teams

Lead Walrein +offensive Queen by Bouff

Walrein @ Leftovers
Ability: Thick Fat
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Modest Nature
IVs: 2 Atk / 30 SpA
- Ice Beam
- Surf
- Hidden Power [Grass]
- Encore

Kangaskhan @ Leftovers
Ability: Early Bird
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Atk / 4 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Double-Edge
- Toxic
- Earthquake
- Rest

Nidoqueen (F) @ Leftovers
Ability: Poison Point
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Sludge Bomb
- Earthquake
- Ice Beam
- Superpower

Scyther @ Choice Band
Ability: Swarm
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Silver Wind
- Hidden Power [Flying]
- Quick Attack
- Pursuit

Hypno @ Leftovers
Ability: Insomnia
Shiny: Yes
EVs: 252 HP / 252 SpD / 4 Spe
Calm Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Psychic
- Reflect
- Protect
- Wish

Omastar @ Leftovers
Ability: Shell Armor
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 Spe
Bold Nature
IVs: 3 Atk / 30 SpA
- Spikes
- Surf
- Hidden Power [Electric]
- Toxic

Lead Sub Toxic Walrein by Shiba

Walrein @ Leftovers
Ability: Thick Fat
EVs: 252 HP / 124 Def / 88 SpD / 44 Spe
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Ice Beam
- Toxic
- Substitute
- Protect

Kangaskhan @ Leftovers
Ability: Early Bird
Shiny: Yes
EVs: 252 HP / 104 Atk / 4 Def / 88 SpD / 60 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Rest
- Double-Edge
- Earthquake
- Shadow Ball

Manectric (M) @ Petaya Berry
Ability: Static
EVs: 12 HP / 244 SpA / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 2 Atk / 30 Def
- Crunch
- Hidden Power [Ice]
- Substitute
- Thunderbolt

Hypno (M) @ Leftovers
Ability: Insomnia
EVs: 252 HP / 156 Def / 100 SpD
Calm Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Psychic
- Reflect
- Toxic
- Wish

Cradily (M) @ Leftovers
Ability: Suction Cups
EVs: 252 HP / 164 Atk / 92 SpD
Adamant Nature
- Toxic
- Recover
- Earthquake
- Rock Slide

Scyther (M) @ Salac Berry
Ability: Swarm
EVs: 4 HP / 252 Atk / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Hidden Power [Flying]
- Reversal
- Substitute
- Swords Dance

Plume Offense by Raichy

Omastar @ Leftovers
Ability: Shell Armor
EVs: 248 HP / 188 Def / 56 SpA / 16 Spe
Bold Nature
IVs: 2 Atk / 30 SpA
- Surf
- Spikes
- Toxic
- Hidden Power [Grass]

Lunatone @ Leftovers
Ability: Levitate
EVs: 252 HP / 240 Def / 16 Spe
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Substitute
- Psychic
- Ice Beam
- Calm Mind

Muk @ Leftovers
Ability: Sticky Hold
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Atk / 4 SpA
Brave Nature
- Sludge Bomb
- Explosion
- Ice Punch
- Hidden Power [Ground]

Kangaskhan @ Leftovers
Ability: Early Bird
EVs: 208 HP / 252 Atk / 48 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Double-Edge
- Earthquake
- Toxic
- Rest

Walrein @ Leftovers
Ability: Thick Fat
EVs: 192 HP / 252 SpA / 64 Spe
Mild Nature
IVs: 2 Atk / 30 SpA
- Roar
- Ice Beam
- Hidden Power [Grass]
- Surf

Vileplume @ Leftovers
Ability: Chlorophyll
EVs: 120 HP / 248 SpA / 140 Spe
Mild Nature
IVs: 2 Atk / 30 SpA / 30 Spe
- Sleep Powder
- Solar Beam
- Hidden Power [Fire]
- Sunny Day

Double Normal Golduck Offense by Raichy

Granbull @ Leftovers
Ability: Intimidate
EVs: 248 HP / 44 Atk / 216 Def
Impish Nature
- Body Slam
- Focus Punch
- Heal Bell
- Earthquake

Kangaskhan @ Leftovers
Ability: Early Bird
Happiness: 0
EVs: 216 HP / 164 Def / 128 SpD
Careful Nature
- Wish
- Protect
- Frustration
- Toxic

Gligar @ Leftovers
Ability: Hyper Cutter
EVs: 4 HP / 252 Atk / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Iron Tail
- Swords Dance
- Earthquake
- Hidden Power [Flying]

Tentacruel @ Leftovers
Ability: Clear Body
EVs: 232 Atk / 88 SpA / 188 Spe
Hasty Nature
- Swords Dance
- Sludge Bomb
- Hydro Pump
- Rapid Spin

Ninetales @ Leftovers
Ability: Flash Fire
EVs: 80 HP / 240 SpA / 188 Spe
Timid Nature
- Will-O-Wisp
- Flamethrower
- Hidden Power [Grass]
- Quick Attack

Golduck @ Leftovers
Ability: Cloud Nine
EVs: 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Calm Mind
- Hydro Pump
- Psychic
- Substitute

Magmar Offense by Raichy

Walrein @ Leftovers
Ability: Thick Fat
EVs: 44 HP / 252 SpA / 212 Spe
Modest Nature
- Toxic
- Earthquake
- Ice Beam
- Hidden Power [Grass]

Kangaskhan @ Leftovers
Ability: Early Bird
EVs: 212 HP / 252 Atk / 44 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Double-Edge
- Earthquake
- Shadow Ball
- Rest

Granbull @ Leftovers
Ability: Intimidate
EVs: 252 HP / 40 Atk / 216 Def
Impish Nature
- Heal Bell
- Body Slam
- Rest
- Sleep Talk

Magmar @ Charcoal
Ability: Flame Body
EVs: 8 HP / 252 SpA / 248 Spe
Timid Nature
IVs: 2 Atk / 30 Def
- Fire Blast
- Thunder Punch
- Hidden Power [Ice]
- Toxic

Lunatone @ Leftovers
Ability: Levitate
EVs: 252 HP / 240 Def / 16 Spe
Modest Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Psychic
- Ice Beam
- Calm Mind
- Baton Pass

Muk @ Leftovers
Ability: Sticky Hold
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Atk / 4 SpD
Brave Nature
- Sludge Bomb
- Explosion
- Hidden Power [Ground]
- Ice Punch

Set Up Spam Balance by Raichy

Kangaskhan (F) @ Leftovers
Ability: Early Bird
EVs: 160 HP / 252 Atk / 96 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Rest
- Toxic
- Return
- Earthquake

Slowking @ Leftovers
Ability: Own Tempo
EVs: 248 HP / 164 Def / 96 SpD
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Calm Mind
- Psychic
- Surf
- Rest

Clefable @ Leftovers
Ability: Cute Charm
EVs: 248 HP / 240 Def / 20 SpD
Bold Nature
- Cosmic Power
- Toxic
- Seismic Toss
- Rest

Tentacruel @ Leftovers
Ability: Clear Body
EVs: 236 Atk / 88 SpA / 184 Spe
Hasty Nature
- Rapid Spin
- Sludge Bomb
- Hydro Pump
- Swords Dance

Vileplume @ Leftovers
Ability: Chlorophyll
EVs: 248 HP / 96 Atk / 164 SpD
Adamant Nature
- Hidden Power [Ground]
- Synthesis
- Sludge Bomb
- Aromatherapy

Lunatone @ Leftovers
Ability: Levitate
EVs: 248 HP / 216 Def / 44 Spe
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Substitute
- Calm Mind
- Ice Beam
- Psychic

In depth discussion thread by Bouff

 

[r0ady]

GSC UU​

Differences from Generation 8 in mechanics:
-Whether or not a move is special or physical is determined by the typing
-Hidden Power is Based off IVs and has a base power of 70
-No team Preview, your lead is the first Pokemon in your party
-Burn deals 1/8th Pokemons max HP per turn
-Speed of paralyzed Pokemon is decreased by 75%
-Confusion chance to hit yourself is 50%
-Dark and Ghost are resisted by Steel
-Sleep lasts 1-5 turns, and pulling rest while sleep talking restores HP while resetting sleep
-Pokemon abilities do not exist
-EVs do not exist
-A host of differences in base power, secondary effects, and accuracy in different moves and abilities

Viability Rankings

credits: https://www.smogon.com/forums/threads/gsc-uu-viability-ranking-thread.3636234/

S Rank:

S
01

Nidoqueen


A Rank:

A+
02

Scyther
03

Slowbro
04

Granbull


A
05

Hypno
06

Qwilfish
07

Mr. Mime
08

Bellossom
09

Slowking
10

Omastar
11

Dodrio


A-
12

Jumpluff
13

Blastoise
14

Haunter
15

Ampharos
16

Magneton
17

Electabuzz
18

Kabutops



B Rank:

B+
19

Piloswine
20

Gyarados
21

Chansey
22

Pinsir
23

Sandslash

B
24

Quagsire
25

Politoed
26

Kadabra
27

Victreebel
28

Lanturn
29

Gligar

B-
30

Girafarig
31

Electrode
32

Pikachu
33

Arcanine
34

Vileplume


C Rank:

C+
35

Graveler
36

Shuckle
37

Poliwhirl
38

Crobat
39

Magmar
40

Flareon

C
41

Wigglytuff
42

Feraligatr
43

Weezing
44

Lickitung
45

Raichu
46

Poliwrath
47

Pineco

C-
48

Sudowoodo
49

Xatu
50

Raticate
51

Persian
52

Dewgong
53

Dunsparce
54

Ariados

Sample Teams

Double Belly Drum Baton Pass by choolio

Electrode @ Miracle Berry
- Explosion
- Thunder Wave
- Light Screen
- Reflect

Girafarig @ Leftovers
- Baton Pass
- Thunder
- Agility
- Psychic

Mr. Mime @ Leftovers
- Baton Pass
- Barrier
- Psychic
- Thunder Wave

Quagsire @ Leftovers
IVs: 22 HP / 26 Atk / 24 Def
- Belly Drum
- Earthquake
- Hidden Power [Rock]
- Amnesia

Politoed @ Leftovers
- Belly Drum
- Earthquake
- Lovely Kiss
- Return

Haunter
- Thief
- Explosion
- Thunder
- Hypnosis

Lead Scyther Offense by Mr.378

Scyther @ Miracle Berry
Ability: none
Happiness: 0
IVs: 26 Atk / 26 Def
- Baton Pass
- Swords Dance
- Wing Attack
- Hidden Power [Bug]

Qwilfish @ Leftovers
Ability: Poison Point
- Surf
- Sludge Bomb
- Spikes
- Curse

Dodrio @ Leftovers
Ability: none
IVs: 14 HP / 24 Atk
- Double-Edge
- Hidden Power [Ground]
- Rest
- Sleep Talk

Nidoqueen @ Leftovers
Ability: Poison Point
- Fire Blast
- Earthquake
- Moonlight
- Thunder

Kabutops (M) @ Leftovers
Ability: Swift Swim
IVs: 14 HP / 24 Atk
- Ancient Power
- Swords Dance
- Hidden Power [Ground]
- Double-Edge

Slowking @ Leftovers
Ability: none
- Surf
- Psychic
- Rest
- Sleep Talk

Curse Granbull + Pursuit Buzz by Estarossa

Electabuzz @ Leftovers
Ability: none
- Thunderbolt
- Ice Punch
- Pursuit
- Psychic

Hypno @ Leftovers
Ability: none
- Psychic
- Light Screen
- Rest
- Sleep Talk

Granbull @ Leftovers
Ability: none
- Curse
- Return
- Rest
- Sleep Talk

Qwilfish @ Leftovers
Ability: none
- Spikes
- Sludge Bomb
- Hydro Pump
- Haze

Omastar @ Leftovers
Ability: none
- Surf
- Ice Beam
- Rest
- Sleep Talk

Nidoqueen (F) @ Leftovers
Ability: none
- Earthquake
- Thunder
- Fire Blast
- Moonlight

SubNM Kadabra + Roar Gyarados PsySpam by Estarossa

Mr. Mime
Ability: none
- Psychic
- Thunder
- Hypnosis
- Thief

Kadabra @ Leftovers
Ability: none
- Psychic
- Substitute
- Nightmare
- Recover

Qwilfish @ Leftovers
Ability: none
- Spikes
- Sludge Bomb
- Hydro Pump
- Curse

Nidoqueen (F) @ Leftovers
Ability: none
- Earthquake
- Thunder
- Ice Beam
- Moonlight

Slowking @ Leftovers
Ability: none
- Surf
- Reflect
- Rest
- Sleep Talk

Gyarados @ Leftovers
Ability: none
IVs: 14 HP / 24 Atk / 26 Def
- Hydro Pump
- Thunder
- Hidden Power [Flying]
- Roar

Light Screen Hypno + Roar Gyarados Offense by Holly

Hypno @ Leftovers
Ability: No Ability
- Psychic
- Light Screen
- Rest
- Sleep Talk

Gyarados @ Leftovers
Ability: No Ability
IVs: 14 HP / 24 Atk / 26 Def
- Hydro Pump
- Thunder
- Hidden Power [Flying]
- Roar

Nidoqueen (F) @ Leftovers
Ability: No Ability
- Earthquake
- Thunder
- Fire Blast
- Moonlight

Granbull @ Leftovers
Ability: No Ability
- Curse
- Return
- Rest
- Sleep Talk

Haunter
Ability: No Ability
- Thief
- Psychic
- Thunderbolt
- Explosion

Qwilfish @ Leftovers
Ability: No Ability
- Spikes
- Sludge Bomb
- Hydro Pump
- Haze

RestTalk Mr.Mime + Rest Gyarados w/ Heal Bell Granbull by Estarossa

francis (Mr. Mime) @ Leftovers
Ability: none
- Psychic
- Thunder
- Rest
- Sleep Talk

i'm not nice (Gyarados) @ Leftovers
Ability: none
IVs: 14 HP / 24 Atk / 26 Def
- Hydro Pump
- Thunder
- Hidden Power [Flying]
- Rest

underchomp (Granbull) @ Leftovers
Ability: none
- Heal Bell
- Return
- Rest
- Sleep Talk

king croacus (Qwilfish) @ Leftovers
Ability: none
- Spikes
- Sludge Bomb
- Hydro Pump
- Haze

whoa zone (Omastar)
Ability: none
- Surf
- Ice Beam
- Thief
- Rest

the underwhere (Nidoqueen) (F) @ Leftovers
Ability: none
- Earthquake
- Thunder
- Ice Beam
- Moonlight

RestTalk Lanturn + RestTalk Piloswine by Holly

Lanturn @ Leftovers
Ability: No Ability
- Surf
- Thunder
- Rest
- Sleep Talk

Piloswine @ Leftovers
Ability: No Ability
- Earthquake
- Ice Beam
- Rest
- Sleep Talk

Jumpluff @ Leftovers
Ability: No Ability
- Encore
- Stun Spore
- Leech Seed
- Synthesis

Haunter
Ability: No Ability
- Thief
- Psychic
- Thunderbolt
- Explosion

Blastoise @ Leftovers
Ability: No Ability
- Surf
- Rapid Spin
- Rest
- Sleep Talk

Qwilfish @ Leftovers
Ability: No Ability
- Spikes
- Sludge Bomb
- Hydro Pump
- Haze

Shuckle + ProTox Crobat Stall by HSA

Electabuzz
Ability: No Ability
- Thunderbolt
- Psychic
- Pursuit
- Thief

Shuckle @ Leftovers
Ability: No Ability
- Defense Curl
- Toxic
- Flash
- Rest

Crobat @ Leftovers
Ability: No Ability
- Haze
- Wing Attack
- Protect
- Toxic

Chansey (F) @ Leftovers
Ability: No Ability
- Present
- Thunder
- Heal Bell
- Soft-Boiled

Hypno @ Leftovers
Ability: No Ability
- Curse
- Body Slam
- Psychic
- Rest

Blastoise @ Leftovers
Ability: No Ability
- Rapid Spin
- Surf
- Rest
- Sleep Talk

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[pokemonisfun]

https://pokepast.es/3e07d2f96b6e5d51 a dozen stall/fat balance teams for gen7uu, all of them are made w/o Mew in mind though

https://www.smogon.com/forums/threads/lol1z-voltturn-team-peaked-1-on-5-accounts.3489159/ the goat bw team...

 

[wuhoodude]

I think you should add sprites to the samples. For aesthetics and to make it easier to pick teams.

 

[holly]

Fearow is missing on the ADV VR plz fix
So GSC UU doesn’t have a dedicated discussion threat for some reason lmao(Guess I’ll fix that my self o.o)so I guess I’ll post some teams and potential set ideas here :(

The team that takes things one step at a time. HypnoSey is a beautiful defensive core and makes special attackers cry and both deal with each other’s weaknesses. Blastoise spins away Spikes, Hazes, and destroys Nidoqueen and all the other Ground- and Fire-types. Granbull is the main offensive presense of the team and actually give me a way to break through opposing Chansey and Hypno lol. The Qwilfish is here for Spikes and Curse duties, and lastly Crobat is there so I don’t auto lose to Pinsir, Scyther, and to destroy Baton Pass with Haze.

A fairly standard offensive team. I decided to use Kadabra over Mr Mime due to Recover and Thunder Punch to beat everyone’s least favourite mon, Slowbro. PursuitBuzz+MonoBull is a fairly classic combo with Haunter running around to wall Bull which nobody wants, and Electabuzz struggles with Chansey and Hypno, who Bull can beat fairly easily. Qwilfish to Haze and Spikes lol. Nidoqueen because it’s great with support from the broken Scyther lol and can spread Sleep for Scyther as well.

Mono Water is cool. You have the standard stuff to beat Electrics like Quagsire and Qwilfish and Ice Beam Growth Politoed for Bellossom(who is like eh but whatever)

fast wi-if (Magneton) @ Leftovers
Ability: none
IVs: 26 Def
- Thunder
- Hidden Power [Ice]
- Agility
- Substitute

A neat option to try for Magneton is Agility, letting it clean up teams when shit like Ampharos, Nidoqueen, and Chansey is all gone. Sub also gives it lee way in the prediction game.

Omastar @ Mystic Water
Ability: none
- Rain Dance
- Hydro Pump
- Rest
- Sleep Talk

I tried to use Water Moltres in UU.

 

[r0ady]

Hey guys just thought id share links to the great discussion threads from some of the best players in each tier over in the ROA thread!

ADV by Bouff

DPP by esche

ORAS by Pak

USUM by Adaam


ill be putting these resources in the OP as well, feel free to go check them out and learn about these tiers in a more in depth way!

 

[r0ady]

RBY UU​

Mechanics
For a comprehensive list of differences in mechanics, it's recommended to read the RBY Mechanics Guide. However, the major ones relevant to the tier are as follows;

• Team Preview does not exist.
• Abilities, items, etc do not exist. All you have are 6 Pokemon and 4 moves for each of them.
• Damage categories are based on the move's type.
• Special is one combined stat. For example, Tentacruel's SpA and SpD are combined into a singular stat of 120. Plus, all stats can be maxed out.​
• Every move has an additional ~0.4% chance to miss as a result of the 1/256 uncertainty, including 100% accurate moves. Therefore, moves like Surf actually have 99.6% accuracy.​
• Speed determines critical hits, amounting to about 10% on average. Additionally, high-crit moves will often make them near-guaranteed.​
• Sleep lasts 0-6 turns, with a turn being taken to wake up.​
• Paralysis drops speed by 75% and burns halve the Attack stat. These drops can be reapplied through stat-raising or lowering moves like Defense Curl and Tail Whip.​

Resources

• Viability Rankings
• Strategy Dex Entry
• Sample Teams
• Discussion Thread

Credit to Plague von Karma for writing this up!

 

[r0ady]

Updates to the BW UU VR courtesy of choolio Accel Finchinator Amukamara and myself. More changes may come to this and I will be getting updates for a few other of the tiers!

Kingdra up to S: Kingdra returns to S rank status after a short drop to A. How powerful full rain is and how important Kingdra is to the playstyle aside, DD sets are becoming more and more popular and takes direct advantage of normal checks to special sets like Empoleon and Ferroseed. On top of that, even if you have special Kingdra checks on your team this Pokemon has a tendency to muscle right through them under rain, making it one of the scariest Pokemon to see on the opposing team whether you know its set or not. Self setting, although probably the weakest of its sets, is still a staple Pokemon on non full rain HO as a Victini punish as well. With how dangerous this mon is to face it was elected to move back up to the upper ranks of BW UU.

Roserade up to A+: A long overdue change, Roserade has shown itself to be one of the best Pokemon in the tier in recent times. Hands down the best spiker in one of the most hazards focused tiers in Pokemon, Rose can use Blastoise as spike fodder meaning they stay up, and even Xatu doesn't appreciate this powerful flowers sludge bombs on the switch. Despite being illegal with Spikes, Rose also has access to BW sleep, which in this generation more or less an OHKO move. Nothing in the tier likes switching in to Rose for fear of being slept or just taking a huge chunk from an attack, and with plenty of opportunities to come in thanks to the tiers water types, its about time for Rose to move up to A+.

Shaymin down to A-: With one Grass type finding it success another finds itself falling behind. Shaymin in general is hard to justify using on teams as it just doesn't get as much done as Roserade and is extremely reliant on both hitting and getting drops with Seed Flare. If everything is going right for it Shaymin can pull off some utter tomfoolery and break through things like Zapdos, Bronzong, and Togekiss, but the odds are generally not in its favor and you'll find it comes up lacking in most games. Shaymins by no means a bad Pokemon and has access to the powerful support move Healing Wish, but for the most part youll do better running Powder Roserade as a Grass type breaker.

Swampert down to A-: Facing stiff competition for a team slot with the likes of Rhyperior, a mon thats found itself with higher and higher usage recently, Pert tends to fall by the way side as a team choice. It does what it does well enough, throw off scalds and get up rocks, but for the most part Pert feels out of place alongside Pokemon like Rhyperior and Druddigon, who have MUCH more offensive presence and threaten forms of hazard control more easily. As a result, Pert has been elected to drop.

Xatu up to B+: Its Xatu :shrug:, its about on par with Blastoise as a form of hazard control and its ranking should reflect that. Though it should be noted the rise of Drudd hasn't been great for it.

Ferroseed down to C: Complete set up fodder for a huge portion of the tier, free switch for even more. It can work on certain builds because its very unique in what it does but it gives free reign to far too many Pokemon in the tier to be used most of the time. Also if they have Xatu you're now playing 5-6.

Unranks: Camerupt, Alomomola, Abomasnow, Krookodile, and Magneton. Bad Pokemon with far more negatives than positives and shouldn't be used on any serious team.

A controversial change that id like to hear more opinions on:

Victini down to A+: With wisp sets becoming a more popular set to take advantage of builds relying on Snorlax as a check, it could be said that Tini has gotten better. However if the past few tours have shown anything its that keeping your hazards up in this tier has become easier than ever. Tini finds itself constantly taking hazards, getting trapped, and running into Drudd who has spiked in usage as of late. Its still a fantastic Pokemon, and will never be a dead slot on your team, but Tini finds itself not as dominate as it has been in the past so a potential drop could reflect that.

 

[Amukamara]

https://pokepast.es/e860d9b26ac24bc8

enjoy