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[OVERVIEW]
With its combination of immense power, great speed, and good coverage, Mega Sharpedo imposes itself as a dangerous wallbreaker and sweeper in UnderUsed. Speed Boost makes it very hard to outrun after just one boost and Crunch provides immense power behind Strong Jaws, which also powers up Psychic Fangs and Ice Fang. Despite Mega Sharpedo's very limited defensive utility, its key resistances to two big priority moves in Ice Shard and Bullet Punch make it more difficult to revenge kill. However, it remains heavily susceptible to other priority moves like Extreme Speed from Zygarde-10% and Entei and Mach Punch from Infernape. It struggles to sweep through bulky Pokemon and Pokemon that resist its attacks like Mega Aggron, Klefki, and Alomomola. Additionally, its frailty renders it heavily susceptible to any strong attacks from threats that it cannot immediately KO including Cobalion and Sylveon.
[SET]
name: Cleaner
move 1: Crunch
move 2: Psychic Fangs
move 3: Ice Fang / Waterfall
move 4: Protect
item: Sharpedonite
ability: Speed Boost
nature: Jolly / Adamant
evs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
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Crunch is a STAB- and Strong Jaws-boosted move that deals heavy damage to Pokemon that don't resist the move. Psychic Fangs is also boosted by Strong Jaws and allows Sharpedo to heavily damage Fighting-types and Fairy-types like Terrakion and Primarina that resist Crunch. Ice Fang allows Sharpedo to hit some Dragon-type threats like Hydreigon and Mega Altaria for super effective damage, and it is also boosted by Strong Jaws. Alternatively, Waterfall hits Ground-type Pokemon like Krookodile, Mega Steelix, and Hippowdon stronger than Ice Fang does while also hitting Klefki for neutral damage. Protect allows Sharpedo to utilize Speed Boost before Mega Evolving.
Set Details
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Sharpedonite allows Sharpedo to Mega Evolve, greatly enhancing Sharpedo's sweeping and wallbreaking capabilities with Strong Jaws. Maximum speed and power are necessary on Sharpedo, so 252 Attack and Speed EVs are applied. Speed Boost allows Sharpedo to passively boost its Speed in base forme, making it hard to revenge kill. A Jolly nature allows Sharpedo to outspeed Choice Scarf Krookodile and Hydreigon after one Speed boost upon Mega Evolution, and Adamant boosts Sharpedo's wallbreaking prowess and still lets it outspeed all relevant Choice Scarf users after two Speed boosts.
Usage Tips
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As Sharpedo is generally utilized to clean weakened teams, Mega Evolving it early on is not advised. However, if the opposing team has nothing to outspeed Mega Sharpedo, Mega Evolve immediately so it can immediately utilize its power. Sharpedo can also be used as an early-game wallbreaker to support other sweepers if the opposing team is well prepared for it. Because Sharpedo is very frail, it should always come in through pivot support or after a teammate has fainted. Make sure threats like Cobalion, Klefki, and Alomomola that can tank Mega Sharpedo's attacks and KO it back or wear it down to oblivion are eliminated or sufficiently weakened before attempting a late-game sweep. Also make sure priority users like Zygarde-10%, Infernape, and Entei that can revenge kill Mega Sharpedo are removed. Additionally, make sure faster Choice Scarf users like Infernape and Latias have been scouted for, as they outspeed Mega Sharpedo even after one Speed boost and KO it with their respective STAB moves. Switch Sharpedo into something it can immediately outspeed and KO before Mega Evolving so it can accumulate a second Speed boost with Protect, especially if the opposing team has a fast Choice Scarf user. This is particularly important if Sharpedo is running an Adamant nature so as to not be outsped by Choice Scarf Krookodile and Hydreigon. Finally, when utilizing Protect for Speed boosts, be wary of Z-Crystal holders like Cobalion, Terrakion, and Latias, which can bypass Protect via their Z-Moves.
Team Options
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Sharpedo is best utilized on offensive teams that appreciate it for its great power not only as a cleaner but also as a wallbreaker. Stealth Rock setters like Cobalion and Azelf that can help maintain pressure on the opposing team are greatly appreciated, while Klefki and Froslass provide valuable Spikes support for Sharpedo, for example pulling Cobalion into 2HKO range with Psychic Fangs after switching into a layer of Spikes twice. Wallbreakers like Primarina, Heracross, and Scizor help wear down threats like Cobalion, Klefki, and Alomomola that Sharpedo cannot deal with on its own, and the latter can more notably serve as a secondary cleaner should Sharpedo be unable to clean on its own. Other setup sweepers like Latias and Lucario greatly appreciate Mega Sharpedo's ability to wear down walls like Mega Steelix and Mega Aggron should Mega Sharpedo be utilized more as a wallbreaker. Spinblockers like Doublade and Cofagrigus ensure that spinners cannot clear hazards, while Taunt users like Gliscor and Azelf prevent slower Defoggers like Mantine and Empoleon from clearing hazards. Finally, teammates that have access to U-turn or Volt Switch like Rotom-W and Gliscor allow Sharpedo to safely switch in.
[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
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A mixed set with Hydro Pump can be used to bypass Intimidate from Krookodile; however, that cuts into Mega Sharpedo's prowess as a physical wallbreaker. Earthquake can be utilized to heavily damage Cobalion and Klefki, and Poison Jab can be used to deal heavier damage to Fairy-types like Sylveon, but both are generally inferior coverage options. Destiny Bond can also be utilized to let Sharpedo lure and take out Fairy-types, but this comes at the cost of a valuable coverage slot.
Checks and Counters
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**Steel-type Pokemon**: Cobalion and Mega Aggron are not 2HKOed by any of Sharpedo's commonly used moves and can easily OHKO back with Close Combat or phaze it with Roar, removing any Speed boosts that it has.
**Fairy-type Pokemon**: Fairy-type Pokemon like Klefki and Sylveon also avoid the 2HKO from any of Sharpedo's commonly used moves and can KO back with their STAB attacks.
**Bulky Water-type Pokemon**: Although bulky Water-type Pokemon like Alomomola and Suicune do not appreciate taking Crunch repeatedly due to potential Defense drops, Scald burns heavily cripple Sharpedo, and Alomomola can Toxic stall it.
**Bulky Dark-type Pokemon**: Umbreon can stall out Mega Sharpedo with Wish and Protect, and Mandibuzz, while weak to Ice Fang, still avoids the 2HKO from full health and can Toxic stall Mega Sharpedo. Additionally, Krookodile can reduce Mega Sharpedo's power with Intimidate, survive an attack, and KO it with Superpower.
**Hydreigon and Mega Altaria**: If Sharpedo does not carry Ice Fang, Hydreigon and Mega Altaria can also revenge kill it with Draco Meteor and any Fairy-type move, respectively.
With its combination of immense power, great speed, and good coverage, Mega Sharpedo imposes itself as a dangerous wallbreaker and sweeper in UnderUsed. Speed Boost makes it very hard to outrun after just one boost and Crunch provides immense power behind Strong Jaws, which also powers up Psychic Fangs and Ice Fang. Despite Mega Sharpedo's very limited defensive utility, its key resistances to two big priority moves in Ice Shard and Bullet Punch make it more difficult to revenge kill. However, it remains heavily susceptible to other priority moves like Extreme Speed from Zygarde-10% and Entei and Mach Punch from Infernape. It struggles to sweep through bulky Pokemon and Pokemon that resist its attacks like Mega Aggron, Klefki, and Alomomola. Additionally, its frailty renders it heavily susceptible to any strong attacks from threats that it cannot immediately KO including Cobalion and Sylveon.
[SET]
name: Cleaner
move 1: Crunch
move 2: Psychic Fangs
move 3: Ice Fang / Waterfall
move 4: Protect
item: Sharpedonite
ability: Speed Boost
nature: Jolly / Adamant
evs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========
Crunch is a STAB- and Strong Jaws-boosted move that deals heavy damage to Pokemon that don't resist the move. Psychic Fangs is also boosted by Strong Jaws and allows Sharpedo to heavily damage Fighting-types and Fairy-types like Terrakion and Primarina that resist Crunch. Ice Fang allows Sharpedo to hit some Dragon-type threats like Hydreigon and Mega Altaria for super effective damage, and it is also boosted by Strong Jaws. Alternatively, Waterfall hits Ground-type Pokemon like Krookodile, Mega Steelix, and Hippowdon stronger than Ice Fang does while also hitting Klefki for neutral damage. Protect allows Sharpedo to utilize Speed Boost before Mega Evolving.
Set Details
========
Sharpedonite allows Sharpedo to Mega Evolve, greatly enhancing Sharpedo's sweeping and wallbreaking capabilities with Strong Jaws. Maximum speed and power are necessary on Sharpedo, so 252 Attack and Speed EVs are applied. Speed Boost allows Sharpedo to passively boost its Speed in base forme, making it hard to revenge kill. A Jolly nature allows Sharpedo to outspeed Choice Scarf Krookodile and Hydreigon after one Speed boost upon Mega Evolution, and Adamant boosts Sharpedo's wallbreaking prowess and still lets it outspeed all relevant Choice Scarf users after two Speed boosts.
Usage Tips
========
As Sharpedo is generally utilized to clean weakened teams, Mega Evolving it early on is not advised. However, if the opposing team has nothing to outspeed Mega Sharpedo, Mega Evolve immediately so it can immediately utilize its power. Sharpedo can also be used as an early-game wallbreaker to support other sweepers if the opposing team is well prepared for it. Because Sharpedo is very frail, it should always come in through pivot support or after a teammate has fainted. Make sure threats like Cobalion, Klefki, and Alomomola that can tank Mega Sharpedo's attacks and KO it back or wear it down to oblivion are eliminated or sufficiently weakened before attempting a late-game sweep. Also make sure priority users like Zygarde-10%, Infernape, and Entei that can revenge kill Mega Sharpedo are removed. Additionally, make sure faster Choice Scarf users like Infernape and Latias have been scouted for, as they outspeed Mega Sharpedo even after one Speed boost and KO it with their respective STAB moves. Switch Sharpedo into something it can immediately outspeed and KO before Mega Evolving so it can accumulate a second Speed boost with Protect, especially if the opposing team has a fast Choice Scarf user. This is particularly important if Sharpedo is running an Adamant nature so as to not be outsped by Choice Scarf Krookodile and Hydreigon. Finally, when utilizing Protect for Speed boosts, be wary of Z-Crystal holders like Cobalion, Terrakion, and Latias, which can bypass Protect via their Z-Moves.
Team Options
========
Sharpedo is best utilized on offensive teams that appreciate it for its great power not only as a cleaner but also as a wallbreaker. Stealth Rock setters like Cobalion and Azelf that can help maintain pressure on the opposing team are greatly appreciated, while Klefki and Froslass provide valuable Spikes support for Sharpedo, for example pulling Cobalion into 2HKO range with Psychic Fangs after switching into a layer of Spikes twice. Wallbreakers like Primarina, Heracross, and Scizor help wear down threats like Cobalion, Klefki, and Alomomola that Sharpedo cannot deal with on its own, and the latter can more notably serve as a secondary cleaner should Sharpedo be unable to clean on its own. Other setup sweepers like Latias and Lucario greatly appreciate Mega Sharpedo's ability to wear down walls like Mega Steelix and Mega Aggron should Mega Sharpedo be utilized more as a wallbreaker. Spinblockers like Doublade and Cofagrigus ensure that spinners cannot clear hazards, while Taunt users like Gliscor and Azelf prevent slower Defoggers like Mantine and Empoleon from clearing hazards. Finally, teammates that have access to U-turn or Volt Switch like Rotom-W and Gliscor allow Sharpedo to safely switch in.
[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
A mixed set with Hydro Pump can be used to bypass Intimidate from Krookodile; however, that cuts into Mega Sharpedo's prowess as a physical wallbreaker. Earthquake can be utilized to heavily damage Cobalion and Klefki, and Poison Jab can be used to deal heavier damage to Fairy-types like Sylveon, but both are generally inferior coverage options. Destiny Bond can also be utilized to let Sharpedo lure and take out Fairy-types, but this comes at the cost of a valuable coverage slot.
Checks and Counters
===================
**Steel-type Pokemon**: Cobalion and Mega Aggron are not 2HKOed by any of Sharpedo's commonly used moves and can easily OHKO back with Close Combat or phaze it with Roar, removing any Speed boosts that it has.
**Fairy-type Pokemon**: Fairy-type Pokemon like Klefki and Sylveon also avoid the 2HKO from any of Sharpedo's commonly used moves and can KO back with their STAB attacks.
**Bulky Water-type Pokemon**: Although bulky Water-type Pokemon like Alomomola and Suicune do not appreciate taking Crunch repeatedly due to potential Defense drops, Scald burns heavily cripple Sharpedo, and Alomomola can Toxic stall it.
**Bulky Dark-type Pokemon**: Umbreon can stall out Mega Sharpedo with Wish and Protect, and Mandibuzz, while weak to Ice Fang, still avoids the 2HKO from full health and can Toxic stall Mega Sharpedo. Additionally, Krookodile can reduce Mega Sharpedo's power with Intimidate, survive an attack, and KO it with Superpower.
**Hydreigon and Mega Altaria**: If Sharpedo does not carry Ice Fang, Hydreigon and Mega Altaria can also revenge kill it with Draco Meteor and any Fairy-type move, respectively.
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