Recent content by Shokwav

As a suicide lead wouldn't Ribombee outclass Araquanid? She doesn't suffer from essentially only having two moves worth using (liquidation + webs) and can at least cripple something like the aformentioned pinsir with stun spore, along with 2hko'ing lando with hp ice.

Man, I'm so torn on this leftovers/root debate. What's everyone's verdict on this? I'm leaning more towards root, but you can't argue with consistency.

I believe the niche for this mon lies in its SR lead set, which is quite good at what it does. Something like SR/PG/SW/HP Ice is probably its best set. I second the air balloon; it allows it to escape dugtrio switch in first turn, limiting your opponent's options. It also appreciates the stab...

I too support Jellicent to C-. Probably the best defensive spinblocker after M-Sableye, as it beats most Starmie and Exca, the two most popular spinners right now. Also, as an aside, I think Quagsire is really underrated for NON-STALL teams. Yes it is passive and is susceptible to status, but...

Magnezone @ Choice Scarf Ability: Magnet Pull EVs: 252 SpA / 252 Spe / 4 Def Timid Nature - Volt Switch - Thunderbolt - Flash Cannon - Hidden Power [Fire] Role: Trapper What It Does: Magnezone is an excellent answer to many commonly-seen Steel-types, such as Skarmory, Ferrothorn, Klefki...

I agree with this; I know that Infernape doesn't have the best reputation, but damn if that will o set doesn't put in work. It's like a slighty more offensive zard x that's more frail physically and doesn't try to setup, but instead just breaks stall with taunt + slack off. I think B- is a good...