[OVERVIEW]
* Decent bulk and high Attack stat might make it seem like a decent bulky attacker, but it is hampered by its ability, Emergency Exit, which forces it to play a hit-and-run role.
* Low Speed and weakness to Stealth Rock further set back Golisopod's offensive potential.
* However, Golisopod has a niche in the UnderUsed metagame due to access to First Impression, the strongest priority move in the game.
[SET]
name: GOOLAAIIsopod
move 1: First Impression
move 2: Liquidation
move 3: Leech Life
move 4: Aqua Jet
item: Choice Band
ability: Emergency Exit
nature: Adamant
evs: 192 HP / 252 Atk / 64 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========
* First Impression is a strong STAB boosted nuke with +3 priority, although it can only be used during the first turn after Golisopod switches in.
* Liquidation is a strong STAB attack that has no drawbacks and has a chance to lower the foe's Defense.
* Leech Life is a STAB attack with decent damage output that provides Golisopod with some form of recovery.
* Aqua Jet is a weak STAB attack that provides Golisopod with a secondary priority move that allows it to beat faster Pokemon without locking itself into First Impression.
Set Details
========
* The given EVs and nature allow Golisopod to outspeed up to uninvested Hippowdon while hitting as hard as possible and retaining a good amount of bulk.
* A Choice Band boosts Golisopod's Attack stat, making it a strong wallbreaker.
* Emergency Exit is the only ability Golisopod has. However, Emergency Exit is a hindrance to Golisopod, as the ability forces Golisopod to immediately switch out whenever Golisopod's HP drops below half, limiting its ability to use non-priority moves.
Usage Tips
========
* Be sure to only bring Golisopod in should it have a free switch in, as any damage it takes upon switch-in is extremely detrimental.
* Avoid switching Golisopod in when entry hazards, especially Stealth Rock, are present, as they greatly reduces Golisopod's survivability.
* Prediction is key when using Golisopod, as Choice-locking it into any of its attacks can potentially prove to be dangerous, as many setup sweepers could take advantage of the situation.
Team Options
========
* Entry hazard removers, such as Starmie and Crobat, make for excellent Golisopod teammates, as Golisopod is severely crippled by entry hazards.
* VoltTurn users, such as Raikou and Scizor, also make for good Golisopod teammates, as Golisopod benefits from the pivoting such Pokemon provide.
* Golisopod appreciates its checks and counters being worn down, making entry hazard support from users of Stealth Rock and Spikes, such as Cobalion and Roserade, respectively, good partners.
* Pokemon that provide Speed control, such as Klefki and Whimsicott, make for good Golisopod teammates due to their ability to ensure opposing Pokemon underspeed Golisopod.
[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
* Swords Dance may seem like a good option at first due to Golisopod's access to a good amount of coverage moves and priority, it is mediocre due to Golisopod's ability.
* Golisopod has access to Spikes but is unable to utilize the move properly due to its inability to beat common entry hazard removers like Tentacruel.
Checks and Counters
===================
**Entry Hazards**: Golisopod is greatly crippled by entry hazards, especially Stealth Rock, which strips a quarter of Golisopod's health every time it switches in.
**Bulky Water-types**: Bulky Water-types, such as Alomomola and Volcanion, can easily tank a hit from Golisopod and proceed to either stall it out or deal heavy damage to it.
**Setup Sweepers**: Setup sweepers, such as Swords Dance Cobalion and Calm Mind Raikou, can easily take advantage of Golisopod Choice-locking itself into an unfavorable move, especially First Impression, as First Impression cannot be used by Golisopod more than once each time it switches in.
* Decent bulk and high Attack stat might make it seem like a decent bulky attacker, but it is hampered by its ability, Emergency Exit, which forces it to play a hit-and-run role.
* Low Speed and weakness to Stealth Rock further set back Golisopod's offensive potential.
* However, Golisopod has a niche in the UnderUsed metagame due to access to First Impression, the strongest priority move in the game.
[SET]
name: GOOLAAIIsopod
move 1: First Impression
move 2: Liquidation
move 3: Leech Life
move 4: Aqua Jet
item: Choice Band
ability: Emergency Exit
nature: Adamant
evs: 192 HP / 252 Atk / 64 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========
* First Impression is a strong STAB boosted nuke with +3 priority, although it can only be used during the first turn after Golisopod switches in.
* Liquidation is a strong STAB attack that has no drawbacks and has a chance to lower the foe's Defense.
* Leech Life is a STAB attack with decent damage output that provides Golisopod with some form of recovery.
* Aqua Jet is a weak STAB attack that provides Golisopod with a secondary priority move that allows it to beat faster Pokemon without locking itself into First Impression.
Set Details
========
* The given EVs and nature allow Golisopod to outspeed up to uninvested Hippowdon while hitting as hard as possible and retaining a good amount of bulk.
* A Choice Band boosts Golisopod's Attack stat, making it a strong wallbreaker.
* Emergency Exit is the only ability Golisopod has. However, Emergency Exit is a hindrance to Golisopod, as the ability forces Golisopod to immediately switch out whenever Golisopod's HP drops below half, limiting its ability to use non-priority moves.
Usage Tips
========
* Be sure to only bring Golisopod in should it have a free switch in, as any damage it takes upon switch-in is extremely detrimental.
* Avoid switching Golisopod in when entry hazards, especially Stealth Rock, are present, as they greatly reduces Golisopod's survivability.
* Prediction is key when using Golisopod, as Choice-locking it into any of its attacks can potentially prove to be dangerous, as many setup sweepers could take advantage of the situation.
Team Options
========
* Entry hazard removers, such as Starmie and Crobat, make for excellent Golisopod teammates, as Golisopod is severely crippled by entry hazards.
* VoltTurn users, such as Raikou and Scizor, also make for good Golisopod teammates, as Golisopod benefits from the pivoting such Pokemon provide.
* Golisopod appreciates its checks and counters being worn down, making entry hazard support from users of Stealth Rock and Spikes, such as Cobalion and Roserade, respectively, good partners.
* Pokemon that provide Speed control, such as Klefki and Whimsicott, make for good Golisopod teammates due to their ability to ensure opposing Pokemon underspeed Golisopod.
[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
* Swords Dance may seem like a good option at first due to Golisopod's access to a good amount of coverage moves and priority, it is mediocre due to Golisopod's ability.
* Golisopod has access to Spikes but is unable to utilize the move properly due to its inability to beat common entry hazard removers like Tentacruel.
Checks and Counters
===================
**Entry Hazards**: Golisopod is greatly crippled by entry hazards, especially Stealth Rock, which strips a quarter of Golisopod's health every time it switches in.
**Bulky Water-types**: Bulky Water-types, such as Alomomola and Volcanion, can easily tank a hit from Golisopod and proceed to either stall it out or deal heavy damage to it.
**Setup Sweepers**: Setup sweepers, such as Swords Dance Cobalion and Calm Mind Raikou, can easily take advantage of Golisopod Choice-locking itself into an unfavorable move, especially First Impression, as First Impression cannot be used by Golisopod more than once each time it switches in.
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