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Splash_King
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... The hell're you on about? o_o;
As Storm said, only 5 new Fairy-type species were added... the same amount GSC added for both Steel and Dark (well, I s'pose Magmemite don't count, so 4 for Steel). Probably not a coincidence, I reckon. Makes me wonder what's so special 'bout 5 species.
Can't say I care since it's either that, or buff all'a the best moves of other types. Though I am curious as t' why it was done, rather than increasin' the BP of other said moves.
Don't forget 'bout Mega Mawile. Thing's terrifyin'.
As Storm said, only 5 new Fairy-type species were added... the same amount GSC added for both Steel and Dark (well, I s'pose Magmemite don't count, so 4 for Steel). Probably not a coincidence, I reckon. Makes me wonder what's so special 'bout 5 species.
Can't say I care since it's either that, or buff all'a the best moves of other types. Though I am curious as t' why it was done, rather than increasin' the BP of other said moves.
Don't forget 'bout Mega Mawile. Thing's terrifyin'.
The Storm
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OU being Over Used. Not sure why you thought I said Ubers.
@ Dirge: yea I forgot about MegaMawile. In theorymon also, Florges may find a nich in OU. Maybe. Obviously it's defense and HP barely make it to par, but it's extensive 147 special defense backed up with its nice 119(ish?) special attack give it a decent shot. As a special wall, it dwarfs even Togekiss and isn't weak to SR. May prove an effective cleric through a combination of Wish and Aromatherapy to support its team, as well as set up screens to provide more extensive support. With lefties and full EV support in defense and HP, Florges can make a quite destructive CM user.
Belly Drumming Azumaril is a thing, a very destructive thing, a thing that will make Scarf and Banded Outrage users see far less play than last gen.
Togekiss is an amazing addition having a Fairy/Flying type, it not only walls Garchomp, but completely counters the beast if it lacks Stone Edge. The only thing Garchomp can really do to Togekiss is use Stone Edge, but using Stone Edge means it will have to give up Fire Fang that used to deal with Steel-types. This means that depending on its set, Garchomp will either be completely walled by Togekiss or completely walled by Skarmory.
Seems like the land shark will drop in usage. Not to UU, heavens no, but definitely dropping in popularity.
@ Dirge: yea I forgot about MegaMawile. In theorymon also, Florges may find a nich in OU. Maybe. Obviously it's defense and HP barely make it to par, but it's extensive 147 special defense backed up with its nice 119(ish?) special attack give it a decent shot. As a special wall, it dwarfs even Togekiss and isn't weak to SR. May prove an effective cleric through a combination of Wish and Aromatherapy to support its team, as well as set up screens to provide more extensive support. With lefties and full EV support in defense and HP, Florges can make a quite destructive CM user.
Belly Drumming Azumaril is a thing, a very destructive thing, a thing that will make Scarf and Banded Outrage users see far less play than last gen.
Togekiss is an amazing addition having a Fairy/Flying type, it not only walls Garchomp, but completely counters the beast if it lacks Stone Edge. The only thing Garchomp can really do to Togekiss is use Stone Edge, but using Stone Edge means it will have to give up Fire Fang that used to deal with Steel-types. This means that depending on its set, Garchomp will either be completely walled by Togekiss or completely walled by Skarmory.
Seems like the land shark will drop in usage. Not to UU, heavens no, but definitely dropping in popularity.
Splash_King
The Scrubbiest of Hunters
Speakin' of, I ain't seen any Mega Garchomp action on the youtubes yet. Someone point me in the right direction.
... Assumin' there are any competitive vidyas of someone usin' it. MGarchomp droppin' a Speed tier might mean it's a waste of your Mega evolution for OU teams. Even moreso in Ubers.
... Assumin' there are any competitive vidyas of someone usin' it. MGarchomp droppin' a Speed tier might mean it's a waste of your Mega evolution for OU teams. Even moreso in Ubers.
The Storm
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Yea. Don't get me wrong, MGarchomp is powerful, but his increase in strength only out powers his LO set by a small percentage, and dropping that speed tier with mediocre bulk and weaknesses, all the while no longer being able to our speed his checks and get the KOs on pokes he used to, I don't think MChomp is very viable, especially not in using up a mega slot on your team.
Unless you're running a sand team. But even then it's a little iffy.
And Klefki. And Carbink. And Dedenne. I still agree with you despite that mistake. [strike]How dare you forget Klefki and Carbink... ;;[/strike]
Splash_King
The Scrubbiest of Hunters
That's even better than perfect IV Pokesav teams... [STRIKE]do want.[/STRIKE]
That is literally the most bullshit thing competitive Pokemon has ever seen. Illegal stats 'n traits can easily be spotted by an experienced competitive battle, but this... it's not only cheating, it's completely ****in' underhanded and impossible to detect. What a bunch'a bullshit.
'Karp damnit Storm, ya also made me look like an idiot... ._.
Why didn't ya just check Serebii/Bulba for a list of Fairy-types? >_>;
That is literally the most bullshit thing competitive Pokemon has ever seen. Illegal stats 'n traits can easily be spotted by an experienced competitive battle, but this... it's not only cheating, it's completely ****in' underhanded and impossible to detect. What a bunch'a bullshit.
'Karp damnit Storm, ya also made me look like an idiot... ._.
Why didn't ya just check Serebii/Bulba for a list of Fairy-types? >_>;
The Storm
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Hey now, I got the ones that matter... Scept for MegaMawile lol. And relax Dirge, you're fine. The point was still well made and well received.
On a separate note, Foul Play's power apparently has been increased from 90 to 95. Kinda cool, not altogether useful really, but neat.
On a separate note, Foul Play's power apparently has been increased from 90 to 95. Kinda cool, not altogether useful really, but neat.
Splash_King
The Scrubbiest of Hunters
Foul Play is stronger, indeed... just as Nick's post proves.
It was always 95.
Klefki matters on a competitive level to at least a decent extent. And I <3 it and Carbink so yeah
Wait wut
[strike]Why didn't I think of that?[/strike]
