Hey Rimz, i've read your analysis, and most of it is pretty standard, i don't think there's really much to add
Nice Analyses! first of all please mention that its for Bug and write "Ready for QC" to inform which analyseses still need suggestions and what not.
thanks man! ill implement those changes asap
Lava Plume, Toxic, and Earth Power are necessary IMO, as without Earth Power Heatran can't check Fire types like its supposed to and you're probably going to get 6-0d by another Heatran lol. Toxic is pretty much necessary on SpDef tran since you're really weak and without it you can't even beat Zard-Y or Volcarona, one of the biggest things heatran's supposed to do. (mention what these moves do in moves paragraph)
OverviewDone (Ready for QC)
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[Overview]
Mega Sableye is a staple wall in the Monotype metagame, as its secondary Ghost typing allows it to be immune from Fighting-type attacks which is a invaluable to Dark-type teams. Its amazing defenses coupled with its fantastic ability to bounce back status moves and hazards that couple cripple offensive wallbreakers such as Hoopa-U and Weavile, which turns it into wonderful bulky pivot. Mega Sableye also contains an amazing support movepool, and possess setup moves that can tranform it into a deadly win condition. However, Mega Sableye is often worn down quite easily due to its abysmal HP and low Speed. It can also be pressured tremendously, as it is often used as a switchin due to the lack of hazard removal option on Dark-type teams.
[Set]
Sableye-Mega @ Sablenite
Ability: Prankster
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpA
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Calm Mind
- Will-O-Wisp
- Shadow Ball / Dark Pulse / Snarl
- Recover
#Moves
Calm Mind allows Mega Sableye to become a deadly setup sweeper, as KO'ing it can be very difficult after a couple of boosts. Will-O-Wisp is a great utility move that can halve the attack of your opponent, which in conjunction with the Calm Mind boosts can be very frightening towards your opponent. Shadow Ball is the main STAB move of choice that allows Mega Sableye to hit most targets neutrally. However, Dark Pulse can be used instead so that Mega Sableye does not get countered by Normal-type Pokemon. Snarl is another Dark-type STAB option that lowers your opponents Special Attack by 1 stage, although it is quite weak in power compared to the other two moves. Recoveris a useful move that replenishes half the HP of Mega Sableye, which allows it to increase its longevity in order to stall out most threats.
#Set Details
EV's were maxed out in HP and Defense with the Bold nature in order for Mega Sableye to counter physical attackers who try to face Mega Sableye after a couple of Calm Mind boosts. Prankster is an amazing ability pre-mega evolution that gives priority to all of Sableye's status moves, which means it can effectively cripple physical attackers or recover half its HP on the turn it mega evolves. No IV is invested so that Mega Sableye takes minimal damage from Foul Play and confusion recoil.
#Usage Tips
Mega Sableye can be used predominantly later throughout the match when more bulky walls have been taken down. Mega Sableye can also be used as a bulky pivot to counteract opposing status moves as well, although your opponent may predict these switchins and use powerful attacks instead. Also try to avoid moves with secondary effects such as Scald and Sludge Bomb, as these moves can cripple and severely weaken Mega Sableye's walling capabilities. Mega Sableye is a perfect switchin however to Fighting-type physical attackers, as the lack of holding a removable item decreases the power of Knock Off significantly.
#Team options
Mega Sableye is only weak to Fairy-type Pokemon, so Steel- and Poison-type partners such as Bisharp and Drapion can be a great addition to the team. Priority users like Crawdaunt and Weavile may also be useful to take out fast powerful offensive Pokemon that can threaten Mega Sableye. Defog Mandibuzz is a great utility partner that can ease the burden of a hazard remover that Mega Sableye is often forced to be, and can help Mega Sableye switch in more safely on enemy attacks. Tyranitar is also a great teammate that deals with powerful special attackers, which can help Mega Sableye sweep more easily later on. Choice Scarf Hoopa-U can also be used to weaken down the opposing team in order for Mega Sableye to revenge kill more often later on.
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Overview:
Wanka suggested Diggersby and Gastrodon in his QC which is why I added them. You're right about Gastrodon but in my opinion it does check Diggersby because there aren't many things on Fairy that outspeed Diggersby or appreciate taking a hit from it. Togekiss is not a switch-in but it does check it to an extent. I'll remove it though if you insist.
Implemented. Thanks!
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all falls down ok implemented, however can someone help with the hide tags? I cant seem to fix them and I have been trying countless times all ready.Done (Ready for QC)
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[Overview]
Mega Sableye is a staple wall in the Monotype metagame. Its secondary Ghost typing allows it to be immune from Fighting-type attacks which is a invaluable to Dark-type teams. It has amazing defenses coupled with a fantastic ability to bounce back status moves and hazards that couple cripple offensive wallbreakers such as Hoopa-U and Weavile, which turns it into wonderful bulky pivot. Mega Sableye also contains an amazing support movepool with moves such as Taunt and Will-O-Wisp that allows it to cripple most physically attacking Fighting-types, and possess a setup move in Calm Mind that can transform it into a deadly win condition. However, Mega Sableye is often worn down quite easily due to its abysmal HP, and its low Speed that lets it be outspeed by most wallbreakers. It can also be severly crippled from moves such as Scald and Lava Plume from hazards setters on the switchin.
[Set]
Sableye-Mega @ Sablenite
Ability: Prankster
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpD
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Calm Mind
- Will-O-Wisp
- Shadow Ball
- Recover
#Moves
Calm Mind allows Mega Sableye to become a deadly setup sweeper, as KO'ing it can be very difficult after a couple of boosts. Will-O-Wisp is a great utility move that can halve the attack of your opponent, which in conjunction with the Calm Mind boosts can be very frightening towards your opponent. Shadow Ball is the main STAB move of choice that allows Mega Sableye to hit most targets neutrally. However, Dark Pulse can be used instead, but Mege Sableye can stall out most Normal-types through its typing, Magic Bounce, and moves such as Will-O-Wisp and Recover. Snarl is another Dark-type STAB option that lowers your opponents Special Attack by 1 stage, although it is quite weak in power compared to the other two moves. Recoveris a useful move that replenishes half the HP of Mega Sableye, which allows it to increase its longevity in order to stall out most threats.
#Set Details
EV's were maxed out in HP and Defense with the Bold nature in order for Mega Sableye to counter physical attackers who try to face Mega Sableye after a couple of Calm Mind boosts. Prankster is an amazing ability pre-mega evolution that gives priority to all of Sableye's status moves, which means it can effectively cripple physical attackers or recover half its HP on the turn it mega evolves.
#Usage Tips
Mega Sableye can be used predominantly later throughout the match when more bulky walls have been taken down, or it can act as a lead to counter hazard setters as well. Mega Sableye can also be used as a bulky pivot to counteract opposing status moves as well, although your opponent may predict these switchins and use powerful attacks instead. Also try to avoid moves with secondary effects such as Scald and Sludge Bomb, as these moves can cripple and severely weaken Mega Sableye's walling capabilities. Mega Sableye is a perfect switchin however to Fighting-type physical attackers, as the lack of holding a removable item decreases the power of Knock Off significantly. It can also preserve its mega evolution to fire off priority Will-O-Wisps to cripple physical attackers.
#Team options
Mega Sableye is only weak to Fairy-type Pokemon, so Steel- and Poison-type partners such as Bisharp and Drapion can be a great addition to the team. Priority users like Crawdaunt and Weavile may also be useful to take out fast powerful offensive Pokemon that can threaten Mega Sableye. Defog Mandibuzz is a great utility partner that can ease the burden of a hazard remover that Mega Sableye is often forced to be, and can help Mega Sableye switch in more safely on enemy attacks. Tyranitar is also a great teammate that deals with powerful special attackers, which can help Mega Sableye sweep more easily later on. Choice Scarf Hoopa-U can also be used to weaken down the opposing team in order for Mega Sableye to revenge kill more often later on.
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Staraptor is a huge staple on Normal-type teams, as can be used offensively in running items such as Choice Scarf and Choice Band, or it can also be very useful defensively. Staraptor can act as a very powerful wallbreaker or revenge killer, having an excellent base Attack stat coupled with an impressive base 100 Speed. With access in to the ability in Reckless, Staraptor can puncture holes in the opposing team with its dual STAB moves such as Brave Bird and Double Edge. Staraptor is able to provide team support by lowering the foe's Attack stat, thanks to its ability, Intimidate, which allows it to survive another hit from physically offensive Pokemon. Staraptor is able to provide Defog support, as it's the only viable user of entry hazard removal. With its Flying typing, Staraptor is able to check types such as Bug, Fighting, and Grass, along with being a good switch-in to Ground-type attacks, especially against Choice Pokemon locked into a Ground-type attack such as Landorus-T, Excadrill, Mamoswine, and Diggersby.
Unfortunately, Staraptor cannot afford to take several hits, especially from special attackers due to its subpar bulk. Defensive variants of Staraptor are quite passive due to special sweepers being able to easily switch-in and get a free boost such as Mega Latias and Mega Sableye. Staraptor is also hindered by Stealth Rock, which gives it limited opportunities to switch-in. Despite Staraptor being a very offensive Pokemon, it has trouble breaking through certain defensive Pokemon such as Skarmory and Hippowdon. Staraptor is also vulnerable to status moves, which hinders its effectiveness. Even though Staraptor has Reckless, it relies too much on its recoil moves to deal a lot of damage, which wears its longevity quickly. Both Defog and Feather Dance have a much lower PP than Stealth Rock and Swords Dance, respectively so it's not good at preventing Stealth Rock to be set up or a Pokemon to set up Swords Dance.
Staraptor (Normal) Defensive | Choice Scarf
[SET]
Staraptor @ Leftovers
Ability: Intimidate
EVs: 228 HP / 252 Def / 12 SpD / 16 Spe
Impish Nature
- Brave Bird
- Roost
- Defog
- Feather Dance / Whirlwind
#Moves
Brave Bird is Staraptor's main STAB and damaging move for Pokemon that don't resist the attack. Roost gives Staraptor reliable recovery, replenishing its health to prolong its stay on the field throughout the match to continuously switch into physical attackers to wall them. Defog gives Staraptor utility to act as a reliable entry hazard remover for its team. Feather Dance is a great supporting move, which cripples physical attackers. U-turn can also be used instead of Feather Dance in order to provide more momentum for the team in addition to scouting the opponent's team. Whirlwind is another alternative to Feather Dance to phaze out Swords Dance sweepers such as Mega Scizor and Bisharp. Close Combat and Toxic are also alternatives in allowing Staraptor to hit Rock- and Steel-types such as Tyranitar and Bisharp, while Toxic is used to stall and wear down bulky walls.
#Set Details
228 HP gives Staraptor a Stealth Rock number in being able to switch-in four times along with a Leftovers number. 252 Defense with an Impish nature allow for Staraptor to take physical attacks much more effectively. 12 Special Defense EVs are to increase Staraptor's special bulk a little. The remaining 16 EVs are used in Speed for Staraptor to outspeed neutral base 70s Speed Pokemon such as Bisharp and Breloom. Intimidate provides Staraptor and its team support in softening attacks from physical attackers. Leftovers give Staraptor passive recovery every turn in conjunction with Roost.
#Usage Tips
Staraptor should mainly be used as a switch-in to physical attackers because of Intimidate. Staraptor should never be used as a switch-in for special attackers because of its low Special Defense, which makes it vulnerable to take a hit. Despite having Defog, try not to have Staraptor continuously switch-in on Stealth Rock without using Roost in between turns to keep its health high. Make sure you keep Staraptor away from status moves such as poison, paralysis, and burns. This would greatly hinder its longevity. If there's a Pokemon that can't do much do it such as Choice Scarf Heracross after an Intimidate, it's safe to go for either a Brave Bird, Roost up, or Defog any entry hazards from your field. Feather Dance compounds the Attack drop from Intimidate to make physical attackers almost useless against Staraptor and its teammates. Be wary that due to its low PP Feather Dance cannot be Swords Dance users. Whirlwind should mainly be used to keep sweepers from setting up on Staraptor. It's also great for shuffling around foes for Stealth Rock damage once it's set up on the opposing side. U-turn also helps Staraptor escape switch-ins and bring its teammate in safely.
#Team Options
Chansey is an excellent partner for Staraptor, as it makes a great status absorber due to its ability in Natural Cure. Chansey can also be a great help in switching into Special Attacks that Staraptor won't be able to handle. Chansey also has access to Stealth Rock, which provides great utility. Mega Lopunny can assist in removing types that threaten Staraptor with its powerful High Jump Kick such as Dark, Ice, Normal, Rock, and Steel-types. Staraptor also appreciates a Pokemon that has an Electric immunity such as Diggersby. Additionally, Diggersby can break through walls with its outstanding attacks from Huge Power. Porygon2 can wear down defensive Pokemon with Toxic or Thunder Wave. Also, it helps deal with pestering Flying-types that can easily handle Staraptor such as Zapdos and Skarmory. Foul Play Porygon2 also works nicely as a check against Mega Scizor. Setup sweepers and special attackers will be very troublesome for Staraptor, so Choice Scarf Ditto can be very helpful in getting rid of these Pokemon due to having Imposter and copying the threat's stat changes. Other special attacker such as Mega Pidgeot, Porygon-Z, and Meloetta are also wonderful partners in dealing a lot of damage to the opposing team for Staraptor. Mega Pidgeot and Meloetta deserves a special mention because they both can defeat Steel-types that Staraptor struggles against with Heat Wave and Focus Blast.
[SET] (Choiced)
Staraptor @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Intimidate /Reckless
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Brave Bird
- Double Edge
- Close Combat
- U-turn
#Moves
Brave Bird and Double Edge are Staraptor's main STAB move of choice. Dealing enormous damage to opposing teams that don't resist them. Additionally, both attacks get a power boost from Reckless. Close Combat gives Staraptor coverage in checking Pokemon such as Tyranitar, Kyurem-B, Omastar, and Heatran. U-turn provides more momentum for Staraptor and its team along with scouting the foe.
#Set Details
Maximum Speed investment with a Jolly nature and Choice Scarf allow for Staraptor to be an effective revenge killer while outspeeding faster Pokemon. 252 Attack EVs increases Staraptor's damage output. Intimidate is the preferred ability, as it's a great way to bluff the opponent, thinking that Staraptor is defensive. Also, it's good when utilizing U-turn to pivot in and off the field. Reckless boosts the power of Brave Bird and Double Edge. An Adamant nature with a Choice Band can be used instead of Jolly for more power and a way to get potential KOs; however, Staraptor will lose the extra Speed from Choice Scarf.
#Usage Tips
Choice Scarf Staraptor is used to take out offensive threats. Some examples include Azumarill, Keldeo, Landorus, and Gengar. With Choice Scarf, Staraptor can also act as a pseudo wallbreaker given that it's running Reckless. Staraptor can also be used early- or mid-game to help break walls for its teammates. It's better to have Staraptor come in after a fallen teammate or a predicted switch so it doesn't have to risk taking any damage on the switch due to its bulk. U-turn is great way to scout and get any chip damage and get a much better matchup. Don't have Staraptor continuously switch-in while Stealth Rock is on the field because this hinders its switch-in opportunities. Also, Staraptor can be used effectively as a late-game cleaner once all its checks are gone. Close Combat should be used when necessary. It should mainly be used to hit Normal-, Rock-, and Steel-types. But Staraptor should avoid using Close Combat on Skarmory because it's able to tank it very well and Staraptor would take Rocky Helmet damage.
#Team Options
This set works best with entry hazard support to apply more offensive pressure on the opposing team. Additionally, breaking Focus Sash Pokemon. Great examples are Pokemon such as Smeargle or Chansey, allowing Staraptor to wallbreak more easily and acquire KOs. Smeargle is also able to set up Sticky Web, providing Staraptor and its team with speed control. Chansey can continue to sponge special attacks for Staraptor. It also has access to Thunder Wave, which helps provide speed control and a chance for Staraptor get free turns upon attacking. Because Staraptor won't be able to handle Doublade, as it resists both its STAB moves, immune to Close Combat, and use it as setup fodder with Swords Dance, Pokemon such as Diggersby, Mega Lopunny, and Ditto are excellent checks in removing it off the field along with other threats that opposes Staraptor. Lastly, special attackers such as Mega Pidgeot, Porygon-Z, and Meloetta help against physical walls that Staraptor struggles with such as Hippowdon, Skarmory, and Mandibuzz. Despite having two Flying-types, Mega Pidgeot and Staraptor can both wear down Flying checks due to hitting opposite defenses. For example, Mega Pidgeot can hit Skarmory with a Heat Wave, while Staraptor can hit Togekiss with its powerful STAB moves.
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12 EVs in Special Defense actually helps Staraptor barely avoid an OHKO from Choice Scarf Draco Meteor Hydreigon.
Just got around to reading this one, but it is one I wanted to chime in on.Staraptor (Normal) Overview
Staraptor is a huge staple on Normal-type teams, as can be used offensively in running items such as Choice Scarf and Choice Band, or it can also be very useful defensively. Staraptor can act as a very powerful wallbreaker or revenge killer, having an excellent base Attack stat coupled with an impressive base 100 Speed. With access in to the ability in Reckless, Staraptor can puncture holes in the opposing team with its dual STAB moves such as Brave Bird and Double Edge. Staraptor is able to provide team support by lowering the foe's Attack stat, thanks to its ability, Intimidate, which allows it to survive another hit from physically offensive Pokemon. Staraptor is able to provide Defog support, as it's the only viable user of entry hazard removal. With its Flying typing, Staraptor is able to check types such as Bug, Fighting, and Grass, along with being a good switch-in to Ground-type attacks, especially against Choice Pokemon locked into a Ground-type attack such as Landorus-T, Excadrill, Mamoswine, and Diggersby.
Unfortunately, Staraptor cannot afford to take several hits, especially from special attackers due to its subpar bulk. Defensive variants of Staraptor are quite passive due to special sweepers being able to easily switch-in and get a free boost such as Mega Latias and Mega Sableye. Staraptor is also hindered by Stealth Rock, which gives it limited opportunities to switch-in. Despite Staraptor being a very offensive Pokemon, it has trouble breaking through certain defensive Pokemon such as Skarmory and Hippowdon. Staraptor is also vulnerable to status moves, which hinders its effectiveness. Even though Staraptor has Reckless, it relies too much on its recoil moves to deal a lot of damage, which wears its longevity quickly. Both Defog and Feather Dance have a much lower PP than Stealth Rock and Swords Dance, respectively so it's not good at preventing Stealth Rock to be set up or a Pokemon to set up Swords Dance.
Staraptor (Normal) Defensive | Choice Scarf
[SET]
Staraptor @ Leftovers
Ability: Intimidate
EVs: 228 HP / 252 Def / 12 SpD / 16 Spe
Impish Nature
- Brave Bird
- Roost
- Defog
- Feather Dance / Whirlwind
#Moves
Brave Bird is Staraptor's main STAB and damaging move for Pokemon that don't resist the attack. Roost gives Staraptor reliable recovery, replenishing its health to prolong its stay on the field throughout the match to continuously switch into physical attackers to wall them. Defog gives Staraptor utility to act as a reliable entry hazard remover for its team. Feather Dance is a great supporting move, which cripples physical attackers. U-turn can also be used instead of Feather Dance in order to provide more momentum for the team in addition to scouting the opponent's team. Whirlwind is another alternative to Feather Dance to phaze out Swords Dance sweepers such as Mega Scizor and Bisharp. Close Combat and Toxic are also alternatives in allowing Staraptor to hit Rock- and Steel-types such as Tyranitar and Bisharp, while Toxic is used to stall and wear down bulky walls.
#Set Details
228 HP gives Staraptor a Stealth Rock number in being able to switch-in four times along with a Leftovers number. 252 Defense with an Impish nature allow for Staraptor to take physical attacks much more effectively. 12 Special Defense EVs are to increase Staraptor's special bulk a little and survive a Draco Meteor from Choice Scarf Hydreigon. The remaining 16 EVs are used in Speed for Staraptor to outspeed neutral base 70s Speed Pokemon such as Bisharp and Breloom. Intimidate provides Staraptor and its team support in softening attacks from physical attackers. Leftovers give Staraptor passive recovery every turn in conjunction with Roost.
#Usage Tips
Staraptor should mainly be used as a switch-in to physical attackers because of Intimidate. Staraptor should never be used as a switch-in for special attackers because of its low Special Defense, which makes it vulnerable to take a hit. Despite having Defog, try not to have Staraptor continuously switch-in on Stealth Rock without using Roost in between turns to keep its health high. Make sure you keep Staraptor away from status moves such as poison, paralysis, and burns. This would greatly hinder its longevity. If there's a Pokemon that can't do much do it such as Choice Scarf Heracross after an Intimidate, it's safe to go for either a Brave Bird, Roost up, or Defog any entry hazards from your field. Feather Dance compounds the Attack drop from Intimidate to make physical attackers almost useless against Staraptor and its teammates. Be wary that due to its low PP Feather Dance cannot be Swords Dance users. Whirlwind should mainly be used to keep sweepers from setting up on Staraptor such as Mega Scizor. It's also great for shuffling around foes for Stealth Rock damage once it's set up on the opposing side. U-turn also helps Staraptor escape switch-ins and bring its teammate in safely.
#Team Options
Chansey is an excellent partner for Staraptor, as it makes a great status absorber due to its ability in Natural Cure. Chansey can also be a great help in switching into Special Attacks that Staraptor won't be able to handle. Chansey also has access to Stealth Rock, which provides great utility. Mega Lopunny can assist in removing types that threaten Staraptor with its powerful High Jump Kick such as Dark, Ice, Normal, Rock, and Steel-types. Staraptor also appreciates a Pokemon that has an Electric immunity such as Diggersby. Additionally, Diggersby can break through walls with its outstanding attacks from Huge Power. Porygon2 can wear down defensive Pokemon with Toxic or Thunder Wave. Also, it helps deal with pestering Flying-types that can easily handle Staraptor such as Zapdos and Skarmory. Foul Play Porygon2 also works nicely as a check against Mega Scizor. Setup sweepers and special attackers will be very troublesome for Staraptor, so Choice Scarf Ditto can be very helpful in getting rid of these Pokemon due to having Imposter and copying the threat's stat changes. Other special attacker such as Mega Pidgeot, Porygon-Z, and Meloetta are also wonderful partners in dealing a lot of damage to the opposing team for Staraptor. Mega Pidgeot and Meloetta deserves a special mention because they both can defeat Steel-types that Staraptor struggles against with Heat Wave and Focus Blast.
[SET] (Choiced)
Staraptor @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Reckless
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- Brave Bird
- Double Edge
- Close Combat
- U-turn
#Moves
Brave Bird and Double Edge are Staraptor's main STAB move of choice. Dealing enormous damage to opposing teams that don't resist them. Additionally, both attacks get a power boost from Reckless. Close Combat gives Staraptor coverage in checking Pokemon such as Tyranitar, Kyurem-B, Omastar, and Heatran. U-turn provides more momentum for Staraptor and its team along with scouting the foe.
#Set Details
Maximum Speed investment with a Jolly nature and Choice Scarf allow for Staraptor to be an effective revenge killer while outspeeding faster Pokemon. 252 Attack EVs increases Staraptor's damage output. Intimidate is the preferred ability, as it's a great way to bluff the opponent, thinking that Staraptor is defensive. Also, it's good when utilizing U-turn to pivot in and off the field. Reckless boosts the power of Brave Bird and Double Edge. An Adamant nature with a Choice Band can be used instead of Jolly for more power and a way to get potential KOs; however, Staraptor will lose the extra Speed from Choice Scarf.
#Usage Tips
Choice Scarf Staraptor is used to take out offensive threats. Some examples include Keldeo, Landorus, and Gengar. With Choice Scarf, Staraptor can also act as a pseudo wallbreaker given that it's running Reckless. Staraptor can also be used early- or mid-game to help break walls for its teammates. It's better to have Staraptor come in after a fallen teammate or a predicted switch so it doesn't have to risk taking any damage on the switch due to its bulk. U-turn is great way to scout and get any chip damage and get a much better matchup. Don't have Staraptor continuously switch-in while Stealth Rock is on the field because this hinders its switch-in opportunities. Also, Staraptor can be used effectively as a late-game cleaner once all its checks are gone. Close Combat should be used when necessary. It should mainly be used to hit Normal-, Rock-, and Steel-types. But Staraptor should avoid using Close Combat on Skarmory because it's able to tank it very well and Staraptor would take Rocky Helmet damage.
#Team Options
This set works best with entry hazard support to apply more offensive pressure on the opposing team. Additionally, breaking Focus Sash Pokemon. Great examples are Pokemon such as Smeargle or Chansey, allowing Staraptor to wallbreak more easily and acquire KOs. Smeargle is also able to set up Sticky Web, providing Staraptor and its team with speed control. Chansey can continue to sponge special attacks for Staraptor. It also has access to Thunder Wave, which helps provide speed control and a chance for Staraptor get free turns upon attacking. Because Staraptor won't be able to handle Doublade, as it resists both its STAB moves, immune to Close Combat, and use it as setup fodder with Swords Dance, Pokemon such as Diggersby, Mega Lopunny, and Ditto are excellent checks in removing it off the field along with other threats that opposes Staraptor. Lastly, special attackers such as Mega Pidgeot, Porygon-Z, and Meloetta help against physical walls that Staraptor struggles with such as Hippowdon, Skarmory, and Mandibuzz. Despite having two Flying-types, Mega Pidgeot and Staraptor can both wear down Flying checks due to hitting opposite defenses. For example, Mega Pidgeot can hit Skarmory with a Heat Wave, while Staraptor can hit Togekiss with its powerful STAB moves.
DONE
GP Time.
Oh well, ok you guys win
Thanks! will implement changes as soon as i get on my laptop, and ya ill read over my post before posting next time
This seems really well thought out to me.
Thing is, you have no reason to run a Choice Scarf on a set with 3 attacks, it shouldn't even be a question whether you should put Choice Specs on it or not. Also you made your Overview really short, try adding some more stuff to it or wait for someone to give you a second QC.
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