UU Abomasnow

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Overview
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Although Abomasnow is less useful in UU with the removal of perma-weather, it gained an awesome new Mega Evolution this generation. With great STAB moves and high attacking stats, Mega Abomasnow can hit really hard. It is the only automatic setter of hail, and thanks to Snow Warning, it is able to spam a perfectly accurate high Base Power move in Blizzard. It works very well in Trick Room due to its very low Speed, while Ice Shard is a strong priority move that can mitigate its low Speed. Mega Abomasnow is not without faults, however. Its terrible defensive typing leaves it with a total of seven weaknesses, and without Trick Room, it is very slow, rendering it vulnerable to super effective attacks.

All-Out Attacker
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name: All-Out Attacker
move 1: Blizzard
move 2: Wood Hammer / Giga Drain
move 3: Earthquake
move 4: Ice Shard
ability: Soundproof
item: Abomasite
evs: 8 HP / 84 Atk / 252 SpA / 164 Spe
nature: Mild

Moves
=========

Blizzard works well with Snow Warning, as it is an extremely strong and reliable STAB move that has perfect accuracy in hail. Wood Hammer is a powerful physical STAB move, though it has the downfall of having high recoil. Giga Drain is a special Grass-type STAB move that doesn't have recoil and regains HP, but it isn't as strong as Wood Hammer. Earthquake gets rid of Steel-types that would be a problem and hits Fire-types on the switch. Lastly, Ice Shard is used for priority to pick off weakened opponents.

Set Details
========

As this set is completely offensive, it has a balanced offensive spread. 8 HP EVs are to allow minimum Stealth Rock damage. 252 EVs are placed into Special Attack to boost the power of Mega Abomasnow's best and most reliable move, Blizzard. 164 EVs are placed into Speed to allow Mega Abomasnow to outspeed common base 50 Speed Pokemon such as Donphan, while the remaining EVs are dumped into Attack. 0 Speed IVs should be used if Mega Abomasnow is being used on a Trick Room team, to maximize its Speed in Trick Room. Mild is preferred over other natures as most common physical attacks destroy Mega Abomasnow anyway, and it should capitalize on its resistances to Electric, Water, and Ground. Although minor, Soundproof is the preferred ability before Mega Evolution as it allows Mega Abomasnow to switch into Exploud's Boomburst as well as any other sound moves, and hail isn't exactly beneficial for the team unless Mega Abomasnow is taking advantage of it.

Usage Tips
========

There are a few things to keep in mind when using Mega Abomasnow. It should be brought in on predicted double switches into defensively based Pokemon, such as Swampert, Alomomola, and Hippowdon. If brought in safely against something it can check, Mega Abomasnow doesn't have a lot of switch-ins against offensive teams, but it can still bust through Pokemon with its hard hitting Blizzard. It cannot do much late-game other than fire off an Ice Shard due to its bad Speed and poor defensive typing. Lastly, Abomasnow should have entry hazards removed before coming onto the field, as it doesn't appreciate residual damage whatsoever.

Team Options
========

Good Trick Room setters such as Reuniclus, Cresselia, and Bronzong are bulky enough to set up Trick Room, which makes them great teammates for Mega Abomasnow. Faster Pokemon such as Infernape and Mienshao should come in to take out Steel-type threats such as Registeel and Mega Aggron. Swampert makes for an excellent teammate, as it walls Fire-types very well for Mega Abomasnow, and it is an especially good check to Victini. U-turn from teammates such as Jirachi, Victini, and Mienshao help get Mega Abomasnow in and gain momentum. Finally, Rapid Spin users such as Forretress, Tentacruel, and Donphan immensely improve Mega Abomasnow's longevity and the number of times it can switch in.

Swords Dance
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name: Swords Dance
move 1: Swords Dance
move 2: Wood Hammer
move 3: Ice Shard
move 4: Earthquake
ability: Soundproof
item: Abomasite
evs: 248 HP / 252 Atk / 8 SpD
nature: Adamant

Moves
========

Swords Dance is the main move of the set, as it bolsters Mega Abomasnow's great Attack stat to monstrous levels. Wood Hammer is a very powerful physical STAB move, although it has huge recoil. Ice Shard is a STAB priority move that is good at finishing off faster threats such as Noivern and Hydreigon, while Earthquake hits Fire-types on the switch and OHKOes them most of the time.

Set Details
========

248 HP EVs add bulk to Mega Abomasnow and allow it to switch in to Stealth Rock more times, while 252 Attack EVs with a Adamant nature max out Abomasnow's Attack. 8 Special Defense EVs are used for a little bulk and to give Porygon-Z the wrong Download boost, and, although minor, Soundproof is the preferred ability before Mega Evolution,as it allows Mega Abomasnow to switch into sound-based moves such as Bug Buzz. Hail also isn't beneficial for the team unless Mega Abomasnow is taking advantage of it.

Usage Tips
========

Mega Abomasnow only needs to worry about attacking, which is its only duty. However, it is advised to predict when a Fire-type will switch in to take the opportunity to hit them hard with Earthquake. This set should be used as a late-game sweeper, as Mega Abomasnow can pick off weakened opponents with hard-hitting moves.

Team Options
========

Mega Abomasnow appreciates team support from a myriad of different Pokemon. Infernape is an excellent partner to get rid of Steel-types such as Metagross and Jirachi with a STAB move, as Mega Abomasnow will either be crippled or KOed before it can 2HKO the troublesome Steel-types with Earthquake. Rotom-H can take any hit that Fire-types can offer and cripple Fighting-types with Will-O-Wisp. Forretress, Empoleon, Crobat, and Tentacruel provide Rapid Spin or Defog support against Stealth Rock and Spikes, which are a huge problem for Mega Abomasnow. Dugtrio makes for a good partner, as it can trap and KO troublesome Fire-types for Mega Abomasnow. Fire-types make excellent teammates, as they pressure your opponent to send in their bulky Water-types, which Mega Abomasnow beats and can set up on. Chandelure and Victini fill this role well, as they absorb Fire- and Fighting-type attacks and can also beat troublesome Steel-types for Mega Abomasnow.

Other Options
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Abomasnow is limited to very few other options. Mega Abomasnow can run a SubSeed set which was very good in BW UU, but it faces too many threats such as Victini and Darmanitan now to use it effectively. A Choice Scarf set can be used to outspeed Hydreigon, but outside of its Mega forme, Abomasnow isn't very strong. Finally, Focus Blast can be used as coverage over Earthquake, but Mega Abomasnow already fulfills its coverage needs well.

Checks & Counters
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**Fire-types**: Darmanitan, Rotom-H, Entei, Infernape, and Victini all can outspeed Mega Abomasnow and OHKO it with a Fire-type STAB move. They must be wary of Earthquake, however.

**Steel-types**: Steel-types can cripple or KO Mega Abomasnow that lack Fighting-type teammates before it can effectively use Earthquake or any other attacks. Mega Aggron, Lucario, and Magneton can easily KO Abomasnow with a STAB move.

**Entry Hazards**: Entry hazards such as Spikes and especially Stealth Rock hurt Mega Abomasnow, as it does not appreciate the residual damage due to being inclined to switch frequently.

**Super effective STAB moves**: Mega Abomasnow's bad defensive typing leaves it susceptible to STAB Fighting-, Bug-, Flying-, Poison-, and Rock-type moves from a variety of Pokemon. Hard hits that can KO Mega Abomasnow include Machamp's Dynamic Punch, Nidoking's Sludge Wave, Crobat's Brave Bird, Mega Aerodactyl's Stone Edge and Aerial Ace, and Galvantula's Bug Buzz.
 
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Just off the bat I think sd deserves its own set I'll look at this tomorrow more in depth.
 

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change lonely -> adamant on SD

chand/dugtrio/infernape/victini all should be mentioned as partners

make it clear about any hazard removal mon is a good partner, such as blastoise etc.
 
Alrighty, first qc check ;o


  • I don't really like how the main set is called "Trick Room Sweeper", or the fact that you're making it seem that Tree's main niche is under Trick Room by giving it so much emphasis. You should probably change the set name to All-Out Attacker, and relegate Trick Room as a mention in the overview. However, keep the Trick Room stuff in the Team Options section barring the whole Tricking Scarf making them slower in TR stuff, and mention that it should have 0 Speed IVs when using it under TR.
  • Now, as to how you should work out the main set.. I think having a spread of 8 HP / 84 Attack / 252 Special Attack / 164 Speed with Mild is good, as it lets you outspeed base 50s after Mega Evolving, and Mild is preferred over Rash as the most common physical attacks destroy Megasnow anyway, and it should capitalize on its resistances to Electric, Water, etc.
  • Remove the part in Moves where it says that Ice Shard beats other priority, as pretty much everything using priority is faster than it, meaning their Extreme Speed, etc. will go first.
  • Mention in Usage Tips how it should be brought in on double switches on predicted defensive mons, such as Swampert, Mola, Hippo, etc. Also mention how it doesn't have a lot of switch-ins when against offensive teams, as if brought in safely against something it can check, such as Pert or Raikou, then it can break a lot of the opposing team early to mid game if you can predict what they switch in correctly. With that being said, also mention how it doesn't do much late-game, other than fire off an Ice Shard, due to its bad speed and typing. Also mention that it gets forced out a lot due to the aforementioned typing and speed.
  • Mention Swampert in Team Options for both sets, as hazard support is really nice for MegaSnow, considering that Fire-types like to switch in on it, and Pert is a really good answers to non Energy Ball Tini. I'm also kind of iffy with Forry as a partner as they both get destroyed by Fire-types, but Forry has the benefit of setting up Spikes, SR, etc. on Mega Aggron and pivoting into Megasnow is pretty cool. I'll have to think about it.
  • Tailwind users such as Suicune are pretty cool, and while they're uncommon, I've seen Mega Snow do work with its support so I would mention that in Team Support in both sets.
  • Remove the mention of Registeel in the TO part for Swords Dance and replace it with Mega Aggron, there isn't much reason to use it over M-Agg
  • U-turn users such as Hydreigon, Tini, etc. are also pretty cool partners as they can U-turn into Snow and the latter pressures out physical walls such as Mola and Pert, which Abomasnow loves
  • Put Stealth Rock and super-effective moves in checks and counters, as Megasnow really finds it difficult to deal with both of these.
  • Mention how Victini, Darmanitan, Infernape, and Entei generally hate EQ in C&C, especially with SR Support
  • Put Focus Blast in OO, as it smacks Mega Aggron who usually likes switching in on it. Also get rid of Shadow Ball and (maybe, im kinda iffy but probably yes) Hidden Power in OO, as they don't really do much that EQ doesn't.

So...yeah, this needs a lot of work. tell me when you've done all this and i'll see if anything else needs to be done
 

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Overview
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Although Abomasnow is less useful in UU with the removal of perma-weather, it gained an awesome new Mega Evolution this generation. With great offensive STABs and high attacking stats, Mega Abomasnow can hit really hard and be is a force to be reckoned with. It is the only automatic setter of hail, and thanks to Snow Warning, it is able to spam a perfectly accurate high Base Power move in Blizzard. It works very well in Trick Room due to its very low Speed, while Ice Shard is a strong priority move that can mitigate its low Speed. Mega Abomasnow is not without faults, however. It's terrible defensive typing leaves it with a total of seven weaknesses, and without Trick Room, it is very slow, rendering it vulnerable to super effective attacks.

All-Out Attacker
########
name: All-Out Attacker
move 1: Blizzard
move 2: Wood Hammer / Giga Drain
move 3: Earthquake
move 4: Ice Shard
ability: Soundproof -> Snow Warning
item: Abomasite
evs: 8 HP / 84 Atk / 252 SpA / 164 Spe
nature: Mild

Moves
=========

Blizzard works well with Snow Warning as it is an extremely strong and reliable STAB move that has perfect accuracy in hail. Wood Hammer is a powerful physical STAB move, though it has a downfall of having high recoil. Giga Drain is a special Grass-type STAB move that doesn't have recoil and actually regains back HP, but it isn't as strong, while Earthquake gets rid of Steel-types that resist its STAB moves would be a problem and hits Fire-types on the switch. Lastly, Ice Shard has is used for priority and can in picking off weakened opponents.

Set Details
========

Since As this set is completely offensive, it has a balanced offensive spread. 8 HP EVs are to allow ensure Abomasnow takes minimum Stealth Rock damage. 252 EVs are placed into Special Attack, (remove comma) to boost Mega Abomasnow's best and most reliable move, Blizzard. 164 EVs are placed into Speed to let Abomasnow outspeed common base 50 Speed Pokemon such as Donphan, while the remaining EVs are dumped into Attack. 0 Speed IVs should be used if Mega Abomasnow is being used on a Trick Room team, to maximize Speed in Trick Room (seems self explanatory imo). Mild is preferred over other natures as the most common physical attacks destroy Mega Abomasnow anyway, and it should capitalize on its resistances to Electric, Water, and Ground. Although minor, Soundproof is the preferred ability before Mega Evolving as it allows Mega Abomasnow to switch into Exploud's Boomburst, as well as any other sound moves, and hail isn't exactly beneficial for the team unless Mega Abomasnow is taking advantage of it.

Usage Tips
========

There are a few things to keep in mind when using Mega Abomasnow. It should be brought in by predicting double switches into on predicted defensively based Pokemon, such as Swampert, Alomomola, and Hippowdon. If brought in safely against something it can check, Mega Abomasnow doesn't have a lot of switch-ins when against offensive teams, since as it can bust through Pokemon with it's hard-hitting Blizzard. It does not do much late-game, other than fire off an Ice Shards, due to its bad Speed and poor defensive typing. Lastly, Abomasnow should have entry hazards removed before coming onto the field, as it doesn't appreciate any residual damage whatsoever.

Team Options
========

Good Bulky Trick Room setters such as Reuniclus, Cresselia, and Bronzong are bulky enough to set up Trick Room which make them great teammates for Mega Abomasnow. Faster Pokemon such as Infernape can come in to take out his Steel-type threats such as Registeel and Mega Aggron. Swampert makes an excellent teammate, as it walls Fire-types very well for Mega Abomasnow, and is an especially good check to Victini. U-turns from teammates such as Hydreigon, Victini, and Mienshao help get Mega Abomasnow in and gain momentum. Finally, spinners such as Forretress, Tentacruel, and Donphan help improve Mega Abomasnow's longevity and number of times it can switch in immensely.

Swords Dance
########
name: Swords Dance
move 1: Swords Dance
move 2: Wood Hammer
move 3: Ice Shard
move 4: Earthquake
ability: Soundproof -> Snow Warning
item: Abomasite
evs: 248 HP / 252 Atk / 8 SpD
nature: Adamant

Moves
========

Swords Dance is the main move of the set, that bolstering Mega Abomasnow's great Attack to monstrous levels. Wood Hammer is a very powerful physical STAB move, althoughbeit it has huge recoil. Ice Shard is a STAB priority move that is good at finishing off faster threats such as Noivern and Hydreigon, while Earthquake hits Fire-types on the switch and OHKOes them most of the time.

Set Details
========

248 HP EVs add bulk to Mega Abomasnow and allows him it to switch in to Stealth Rock more times, while 252 Attack EVs with a Adamant nature maximize out Abomasnow's Attack while only hindering Abomasnow's Special Attack. 8 Special Defense EVs are used for a little bulk and to give Porygon-Z the wrong Download boost., and Although minor, Soundproof is the preferred ability before Mega Evolving as it allows Mega Abomasnow to switch into Exploud's Boomburst. Hail also isn't exactly beneficial for the team unless Mega Abomasnow is taking advantage of it.

Usage Tips
========

Mega Abomasnow only needs to worry about attacking, which is his only duty. However, it is advised to predict when a Fire-type will switch in to take the opportunity to and hit them hard with Earthquake. This set should be used as a late-game sweeper, as Mega Abomasnow can pick off weakened opponents with hard-hitting moves.

Team Options
========

Mega Abomasnow appreciates team support from a myriad of different Pokemon. (this seems fluffish) Infernape is an excellent partner to get rid of Steel-types such as Metagross and Registeel with a STAB move, as Mega Abomasnow they will either be crippled or KOd Mega Abomasnow before it can 2HKO with Earthquake. Rotom-H can take any hit that Fire-types can offer, and can cripple Fighting-types with Will-O-Wisp. Forretress, Empoleon, Crobat, and Tentacruel provide Rapid Spin and Defog support against Stealth Rock and Spikes, which are a huge problem for Mega Abomasnow. Dugtrio makes a good partner as it can trap and KO troublesome Fire-types (dash) for Mega Abomasnow. Fire-types (dash) make excellent teammates, as they pressure your opponent to send in their bulky Water-types, which Mega Abomasnow beats and can set up on. Chandelure and Victini fill this role well, as they absorbs Fire- and Fighting-type (dashes) attacks, and can also beat troublesome Steel-types (dash) for Mega Abomasnow.

Other Options
########

As far as other options, Abomasnow is limited to very few. Mega Abomasnow can run a SubSeed set which was very good last in BW UU, but it faces too many threats such as Victini and Darmanitan now to use it effectively. A Choice Scarf set can be used to outspeed Hydreigon, but outside of its Mega form, Abomasnow isn't as strong without its Mega Stone. Finally, Focus Blast can be used as coverage over Earthquake, but Mega Abomasnow fulfills its coverage needs well as it is.

Checks & Counters
########

**Fire-types**: Darmanitan, Rotom-H, Entei, Infernape, and Victini all can outspeed Mega Abomasnow and OHKO them with a Fire-type STAB move. They must be wary of Earthquake, however.

**Steel-types**: Without If Mega Abomasnow lacks Fighting-type teammates, Steel-types can cripple or KO it Mega Abomasnow before it can effectively use Earthquake or any other attacks. Mega Aggron, Lucario, and Magneton usually can KO Abomasnow with a STAB move with ease.

**Hazards**: Residual damage from hazards such as Spikes and especially Stealth Rock hurts Mega Abomasnow, since it does not appreciate the residual damage as it is inclined to switch frequently.

**Super-effective (no dash) STAB moves**: Mega Abomasnow's bad defensive typing leaves it susceptible to STAB Fighting-, Bug-, Flying-, Poison-, and Rock-type moves from a variety of Pokemon. Hard hits that can KO Mega Abomasnow include Machamp's Dynamic Punch, Nidoking's Sludge Wave, Crobat's Brave Bird, Mega Aerodactyl's Stone Edge and Aerial Ace, and Galvantula's Bug Buzz.


Overview
########

Although Abomasnow is less useful in UU with the removal of perma-weather, it gained an awesome new Mega Evolution this generation. With great offensive STABs and high attacking stats, Mega Abomasnow is a force to be reckoned with. It is the only automatic setter of hail, and thanks to Snow Warning, it is able to spam a perfectly accurate high Base Power move in Blizzard. It works very well in Trick Room due to its very low Speed, while Ice Shard is a strong priority move that can mitigate its low Speed. Mega Abomasnow is not without faults, however. Its terrible defensive typing leaves it with a total of seven weaknesses, and without Trick Room, it is very slow, rendering it vulnerable to super effective attacks.

All-Out Attacker
########
name: All-Out Attacker
move 1: Blizzard
move 2: Wood Hammer / Giga Drain
move 3: Earthquake
move 4: Ice Shard
ability: Soundproof
item: Abomasite
evs: 8 HP / 84 Atk / 252 SpA / 164 Spe
nature: Mild

Moves
=========

Blizzard is an extremely strong and reliable STAB move that has perfect accuracy in hail. Wood Hammer is a powerful physical STAB move, though it has high recoil. Giga Drain is a special Grass-type STAB move that regains HP, but it isn't as strong, while Earthquake gets rid of Steel-types that resist its STAB moves and hits Fire-types on the switch. Lastly, Ice Shard has priority and can pick off weakened opponents.

Set Details
========

As this set is completely offensive, it has a balanced offensive spread. 8 HP EVs ensure Abomasnow takes minimum Stealth Rock damage. 252 EVs are placed into Special Attack to boost Mega Abomasnow's best and most reliable move, Blizzard. 164 EVs are placed into Speed to let Abomasnow outspeed common base 50 Speed Pokemon such as Donphan, while the remaining EVs are dumped into Attack. 0 Speed IVs should be used if Mega Abomasnow is being used on a Trick Room team. Mild is preferred over other natures as the most common physical attacks destroy Mega Abomasnow anyway, and it should capitalize on its resistances to Electric, Water, and Ground. Although minor, Soundproof is the preferred ability before Mega Evolving as it allows Mega Abomasnow to switch into Exploud's Boomburst, as well as any other sound moves, and hail isn't exactly beneficial for the team unless Mega Abomasnow is taking advantage of it.

Usage Tips
========

There are a few things to keep in mind when using Mega Abomasnow. It should be brought in by predicting double switches into defensive Pokemon such as Swampert, Alomomola, and Hippowdon. Mega Abomasnow doesn't have a lot of switch-ins when against offensive teams, as it can bust through Pokemon with its hard-hitting Blizzard. It does not do much late-game other than fire off Ice Shards due to its bad Speed and poor defensive typing. Lastly, Abomasnow should have entry hazards removed before coming onto the field, as it doesn't appreciate any residual damage whatsoever.

Team Options
========

Bulky Trick Room setters such as Reuniclus, Cresselia, and Bronzong are great teammates for Mega Abomasnow. Faster Pokemon such as Infernape can take out Steel-type threats such as Registeel and Mega Aggron. Swampert makes an excellent teammate, as it walls Fire-types very well for Mega Abomasnow and is an especially good check to Victini. U-turns from teammates such as Hydreigon, Victini, and Mienshao help get Mega Abomasnow in and gain momentum. Finally, spinners such as Forretress, Tentacruel, and Donphan help improve Mega Abomasnow's longevity immensely.

Swords Dance
########
name: Swords Dance
move 1: Swords Dance
move 2: Wood Hammer
move 3: Ice Shard
move 4: Earthquake
ability: Soundproof
item: Abomasite
evs: 248 HP / 252 Atk / 8 SpD
nature: Adamant

Moves
========

Swords Dance is the main move of the set, bolstering Mega Abomasnow's great Attack to monstrous levels. Wood Hammer is a very powerful physical STAB move, although it has huge recoil. Ice Shard is a STAB priority move that is good at finishing off faster threats such as Noivern and Hydreigon, while Earthquake hits Fire-types on the switch and OHKOes them most of the time.

Set Details
========

248 HP EVs add bulk to Mega Abomasnow and allow it to switch in to Stealth Rock more times, while 252 Attack EVs with a Adamant nature maximize Abomasnow's Attack. 8 Special Defense EVs are used for a little bulk and to give Porygon-Z the wrong Download boost. Although minor, Soundproof is the preferred ability before Mega Evolving as it allows Mega Abomasnow to switch into Exploud's Boomburst. Hail also isn't exactly beneficial for the team unless Mega Abomasnow is taking advantage of it.

Usage Tips
========

Mega Abomasnow only needs to worry about attacking. However, it is advised to predict when a Fire-type will switch in and hit them hard with Earthquake. This set should be used as a late-game sweeper, as Mega Abomasnow can pick off weakened opponents with hard-hitting moves.

Team Options
========

Infernape is an excellent partner to get rid of Steel-types such as Metagross and Registeel, as they will either cripple or KO Mega Abomasnow before it can 2HKO with Earthquake. Rotom-H can take any hit that Fire-types can offer and can cripple Fighting-types with Will-O-Wisp. Forretress, Empoleon, Crobat, and Tentacruel provide Rapid Spin and Defog support against Stealth Rock and Spikes, which are a huge problem for Mega Abomasnow. Dugtrio makes a good partner as it can trap and KO troublesome Fire-types for Mega Abomasnow. Fire-types make excellent teammates, as they pressure your opponent to send in their bulky Water-types, which Mega Abomasnow beats and can set up on. Chandelure and Victini fill this role well, as they absorb Fire- and Fighting-type attacks and can also beat troublesome Steel-types for Mega Abomasnow.

Other Options
########

As far as other options, Abomasnow is limited to very few. Mega Abomasnow can run a SubSeed set which was very good in BW UU, but it faces too many threats such as Victini and Darmanitan now to use it effectively. A Choice Scarf set can be used to outspeed Hydreigon, but Abomasnow isn't as strong without its Mega Stone. Finally, Focus Blast can be used as coverage over Earthquake, but Mega Abomasnow fulfills its coverage needs well as it is.

Checks & Counters
########

**Fire-types**: Darmanitan, Rotom-H, Entei, Infernape, and Victini all can outspeed Mega Abomasnow and OHKO with a Fire-type STAB move. They must be wary of Earthquake, however.

**Steel-types**: If Mega Abomasnow lacks Fighting-type teammates, Steel-types can cripple or KO it before it can use Earthquake or any other attacks. Mega Aggron, Lucario, and Magneton usually can KO Abomasnow with ease.

**Hazards**: Residual damage from hazards such as Spikes and especially Stealth Rock hurts Mega Abomasnow, as it is inclined to switch frequently.

**Super effective STAB moves**: Mega Abomasnow's bad defensive typing leaves it susceptible to STAB Fighting-, Bug-, Flying-, Poison-, and Rock-type moves from a variety of Pokemon. Hard hits that can KO Mega Abomasnow include Machamp's Dynamic Punch, Nidoking's Sludge Wave, Crobat's Brave Bird, Mega Aerodactyl's Stone Edge and Aerial Ace, and Galvantula's Bug Buzz.
 

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Overview
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Although Abomasnow is less useful in UU with the removal of perma-weather, it gained an awesome new mMega eEvolutionve this generation. With great offensive STAB moves and high attacking stats, Mega Abomasnow can hit really hard and be a force to be reckoned with. It is the only automatic setter of hail, and thanks to Snow Warning, it is able to spam a perfectly accurate high Base Power move in Blizzard. It works very well in Trick Room, due to its very low Speed, while Ice Shard is a strong priority move that can mitigate its low Speed. Mega Abomasnow is not without faults, however. It's terrible defensive typing leaves it with a total of seven weaknesses, and without Trick Room, it is very slow, rendering it vulnerable to super effective attacks.
All-Out Attacker
########
name: All-Out Attacker
move 1: Blizzard
move 2: Wood Hammer / Giga Drain
move 3: Earthquake
move 4: Ice Shard
ability: Soundproof -> Snow Warning
item: Abomasite
evs: 8 HP / 84 Atk / 252 SpA / 164 Spe
nature: Mild
Moves
=========
Blizzard works well with Snow Warning, as it is an extremely strong and reliable STAB move that has perfect accuracy in hail. Wood Hammer is a powerful physical STAB move, though it has a downfall of having high recoil. Giga Drain is a special Grass-type STAB move that doesn't have recoil and actually gains back HP, but isn't as strong as Wood Hammer, while Earthquake gets rid of Steel-types that would be a problem and hits Fire-types on the switch. Lastly, Ice Shard is used for priority into picking off weakened opponents.
Set Details
========
SinceAs this set is completely offensive, it has a balanced offensive spread. 8 HP EVs are to allow minimum Stealth Rock damage. 252 EVs are placed into Special Attack, to boost Mega Abomasnow's best and most reliable move, Blizzard. 164 EVs are placed into Speed to outspeed common base 50 Speed Pokemon such as Donphan, while the remaining EVs are dumped into Attack. 0 Speed IVs should be used if Mega Abomasnow is being used on a Trick Room team, to maximize Speed in Trick Room. Mild is preferred over other natures as the most common physical attacks destroy Mega Abomasnow anyway, and it should capitalize on its resistances to Electric, Water, and Ground. Although minor, Soundproof is the preferred ability before Mega Evolution as it allows Mega Abomasnow to switch into Exploud's Boomburst, as well as any other sound moves, and hail isn't exactly beneficial for the team unless Mega Abomasnow is taking advantage of it.
Usage Tips
========
There are a few things to keep in mind when using Mega Abomasnow. It should be brought in on double switches on predicted defensively based Pokemon, such as Swampert, Alomomola, and Hippowdon. If brought in safely against something it can check, Mega Abomasnow doesn't have a lot of switch-ins when against offensive teams, sincebut it can still bust through Pokemon with it's hard hitting Blizzard. It does not do much late-game, other than fire off an Ice Shard, due to its bad Speed and poor defensive typing. Lastly, Abomasnow should have hazards removed before coming onto the field, as it doesn't appreciate residual damage whatsoever.
Team Options
========
Good Trick Room setters such as Reuniclus, Cresselia, and Bronzong are bulky enough to set up Trick Room, which makes them great teammates for Mega Abomasnow. Faster Pokemon such as Infernape can come in to take out hits Steel-type threats such as Registeel and Mega Aggron. Swampert makes for an excellent teammate, as it walls Fire-types very well for Mega Abomasnow, and is an especially good check to Victini. U-turns from teammates such as Hydreigon, Victini, and Mienshao help get Mega Abomasnow in and gain momentum. Finally, Rapid Spinn users such as Forretress, Tentacruel, and Donphan help improve Mega Abomasnow's longevity and number of times it can switch in immensely.
Swords Dance
########
name: Swords Dance
move 1: Swords Dance
move 2: Wood Hammer
move 3: Ice Shard
move 4: Earthquake
ability: Soundproof -> Snow Warning
item: Abomasite
evs: 248 HP / 252 Atk / 8 SpD
nature: Adamant
Moves
========
Swords Dance is the main move of the set, thas it bolsters Mega Abomasnow's great aAttack stat to monstrous levels. Wood Hammer is a very powerful physical STAB move, albeithough it has huge recoil. Ice Shard is a STAB priority move that is good at finishing off faster threats such as Noivern and Hydreigon, while Earthquake hits Fire-types on the switch and OHKOes them most of the time.
Set Details
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248 HP EVs add bulk to Mega Abomasnow and allows himit to switch in to Stealth Rock more times, while 252 Attack EVs with a Adamant nature max out Abomasnow's Attack while only hindering Abomasnow's Special Attack. 8 SpD isecial Defense EVs are used for a little bulk and to give Porygon-Z the wrong Download boost, and, although minor, Soundproof is the preferred ability before Mega Evolution as it allows Mega Abomasnow to switch into Exploud's Boomburst. Hail also isn't exactly beneficial for the team unless Mega Abomasnow is taking advantage of it.
Usage Tips
========
Mega Abomasnow only needs to worry about attacking, which is hits only duty. However, it is advised to predict when a Fire-type will switch in to take the opportunity to hit them hard with Earthquake. This set should be used as a late-game sweeper, as Mega Abomasnow can pick off weakened opponents with hard-hitting moves.
Team Options
========
Mega Abomasnow appreciates team support from a myriad of different Pokemon. Infernape is an excellent partner to get rid of Steel-types such as Metagross and Registeel with a STAB move, as Mega Abomasnow will either be crippled or KOed before it can 2HKO them with Earthquake. Rotom-H can take any hit that Fire-types can offer, and cripple Fighting-types with Will-O-Wisp. Forretress, Empoleon, Crobat, and Tentacruel provide Rapid Spin and Defog support against Stealth Rock and Spikes, which are a huge problem for Mega Abomasnow. Dugtrio makes for a good partner, as it can trap and KO troublesome Fire -types for Mega Abomasnow. Fire -types make excellent teammates, as they pressure your opponent to send in their bulky wWater -types, which Mega Abomasnow beats and can set up on. Chandelure and Victini fill this role well, as they absorbs Fire- and Fighting -type attacks, and can also beat troublesome Steel types for Mega Abomasnow.
Other Options
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As far as other options, Abomasnow is limited to very few. Mega Abomasnow can run a SubSeed set which was very good last in BW UU, but faces too many threats such as Victini and Darmanitan now to use it effectively. A Choice Scarf set can be used to outspeed Hydreigon, but outside of its Mega form, Abomasnow isn't asvery strong. Finally, Focus Blast can be used as coverage over Earthquake, but Mega Abomasnow fulfills its coverage needs well as it is.
Checks & Counters
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**Fire-types**: Darmanitan, Rotom-H, Entei, Infernape, and Victini all can outspeed Mega Abomasnow and OHKO them with a Fire STAB move. They must be wary of Earthquake, however.
**Steel-types**: Without Fighting-type teammates, Steel-types can cripple or KO Mega Abomasnow before it can effectively use Earthquake or any other attacks. Mega Aggron, Lucario, and Magneton usually can KO Abomasnow with a STAB move with ease.
**Entry Hazards**: HEntry hazards such as Spikes and especially Stealth Rock hurt Mega Abomasnow, asince it does not appreciate the residual damage asdue to it isbeing inclined to switch frequently.
**Super- effective STAB moves**: Mega Abomasnow's bad defensive typing leaves it susceptible to STAB Fighting-, Bug-, Flying-, Poison-, and Rock-type moves from a variety of Pokemon. Hard hits that can KO Mega Abomasnow include Machamp's Dynamicp Punch, Nidoking's Sludge Wave, Crobat's Brave Bird, Mega Aerodactyl's Stone Edge and Aerial Ace, and Galvantula's Bug Buzz.

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Overview
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Although Abomasnow is less useful in UU with the removal of perma-weather, it gained an awesome new Mega Evolution this generation. With great offensive STAB moves and high attacking stats, Mega Abomasnow can hit really hard and be a force to be reckoned with. It is the only automatic setter of hail, and thanks to Snow Warning, it is able to spam a perfectly accurate high Base Power move in Blizzard. It works very well in Trick Room, (remove comma) due to its very low Speed, while Ice Shard is a strong priority move that can mitigate its low Speed. Mega Abomasnow is not without faults, however. Its terrible defensive typing leaves it with a total of seven weaknesses, and without Trick Room, it is very slow, rendering it vulnerable to super effective attacks.

All-Out Attacker
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name: All-Out Attacker
move 1: Blizzard
move 2: Wood Hammer / Giga Drain
move 3: Earthquake
move 4: Ice Shard
ability: Soundproof -> Snow Warning
item: Abomasite
evs: 8 HP / 84 Atk / 252 SpA / 164 Spe
nature: Mild

Moves
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Blizzard works well with Snow Warning, as it is an extremely strong and reliable STAB move that has perfect accuracy in hail. Wood Hammer is a powerful physical STAB move, though it has a the downfall of having high recoil. Giga Drain is a special Grass-type STAB move that doesn't have recoil and actually gains back regains HP, but it isn't as strong as Wood Hammer. (comma to period) while Earthquake gets rid of Steel-types that would be a problem and hits Fire-types on the switch. Lastly, Ice Shard is used for priority to pick off weakened opponents.

Set Details
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As this set is completely offensive, it has a balanced offensive spread. 8 HP EVs are to allow minimum Stealth Rock damage. 252 EVs are placed into Special Attack, (remove comma) to boost the power of Mega Abomasnow's best and most reliable move, Blizzard. 164 EVs are placed into Speed to allow Mega Abomasnow to outspeed common base 50 Speed Pokemon such as Donphan, while the remaining EVs are dumped into Attack. 0 Speed IVs should be used if Mega Abomasnow is being used on a Trick Room team, to maximize its Speed in Trick Room. Mild is preferred over other natures as most common physical attacks destroy Mega Abomasnow anyway, and it should capitalize on its resistances to Electric, Water, and Ground. Although minor, Soundproof is the preferred ability before Mega Evolution as it allows Mega Abomasnow to switch into Exploud's Boomburst, (remove comma) as well as any other sound moves, and hail isn't exactly beneficial for the team unless Mega Abomasnow is taking advantage of it.

Usage Tips
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There are a few things to keep in mind when using Mega Abomasnow. It should be brought in on predicted double switches on predicted into defensively based Pokemon, such as Swampert, Alomomola, and Hippowdon. If brought in safely against something it can check, Mega Abomasnow doesn't have a lot of switch-ins against offensive teams, but it can still bust through Pokemon with its hard hitting Blizzard. It does cannot do much late-game other than fire off an Ice Shard, (remove comma) due to its bad Speed and poor defensive typing. Lastly, Abomasnow should have entry hazards removed before coming onto the field, as it doesn't appreciate residual damage whatsoever.

Team Options
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Good Trick Room setters such as Reuniclus, Cresselia, and Bronzong are bulky enough to set up Trick Room, which makes them great teammates for Mega Abomasnow. Faster Pokemon such as Infernape can come in to take out its Steel-type threats such as Registeel and Mega Aggron. Swampert makes for an excellent teammate, as it walls Fire-types very well for Mega Abomasnow, and it is an especially good check to Victini. U-turn from teammates such as Hydreigon, Victini, and Mienshao help get Mega Abomasnow in and gain momentum. Finally, Rapid Spin users such as Forretress, Tentacruel, and Donphan immensely help improve Mega Abomasnow's longevity and the number of times it can switch in immensely.

Swords Dance
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name: Swords Dance
move 1: Swords Dance
move 2: Wood Hammer
move 3: Ice Shard
move 4: Earthquake
ability: Soundproof -> Snow Warning
item: Abomasite
evs: 248 HP / 252 Atk / 8 SpD
nature: Adamant

Moves
========

Swords Dance is the main move of the set, as it bolsters Mega Abomasnow's great Attack stat to monstrous levels. Wood Hammer is a very powerful physical STAB move, although it has huge recoil. Ice Shard is a STAB priority move that is good at finishing off faster threats such as Noivern and Hydreigon, while Earthquake hits Fire-types on the switch and OHKOes them most of the time.

Set Details
========

248 HP EVs add bulk to Mega Abomasnow and allows it to switch in to Stealth Rock more times, while 252 Attack EVs with a Adamant nature max out Abomasnow's Attack while only hindering Abomasnow's Special Attack. 8 Special Defense EVs are used for a little bulk and to give Porygon-Z the wrong Download boost, and, although minor, Soundproof is the preferred ability before Mega Evolution, (comma) as it allows Mega Abomasnow to switch into Exploud's Boomburst. Hail also isn't exactly beneficial for the team unless Mega Abomasnow is taking advantage of it.

Usage Tips
========

Mega Abomasnow only needs to worry about attacking, which is its only duty. However, it is advised to predict when a Fire-type will switch in to take the opportunity to hit them hard with Earthquake. This set should be used as a late-game sweeper, as Mega Abomasnow can pick off weakened opponents with hard-hitting moves.

Team Options
========

Mega Abomasnow appreciates team support from a myriad of different Pokemon. Infernape is an excellent partner to get rid of Steel-types such as Metagross and Registeel with a STAB move, as Mega Abomasnow will either be crippled or KOed before it can 2HKO them the troublesome Steel-types with Earthquake. Rotom-H can take any hit that Fire-types can offer, (remove comma) and cripple Fighting-types with Will-O-Wisp. Forretress, Empoleon, Crobat, and Tentacruel provide Rapid Spin and or Defog support against Stealth Rock and Spikes, which are a huge problem for Mega Abomasnow. Dugtrio makes for a good partner, as it can trap and KO troublesome Fire-types for Mega Abomasnow. Fire-types make excellent teammates, as they pressure your opponent to send in their bulky Water-types, which Mega Abomasnow beats and can set up on. Chandelure and Victini fill this role well, as they absorb Fire- and Fighting-type attacks, (remove comma) and can also beat troublesome Steel-types for Mega Abomasnow.

Other Options
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As far as other options, Abomasnow is limited to very few other options. Mega Abomasnow can run a SubSeed set which was very good in BW UU, but it faces too many threats such as Victini and Darmanitan now to use it effectively. A Choice Scarf set can be used to outspeed Hydreigon, but outside of its Mega forme, Abomasnow isn't very strong. Finally, Focus Blast can be used as coverage over Earthquake, but Mega Abomasnow already fulfills its coverage needs well as it is.

Checks & Counters
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**Fire-types**: Darmanitan, Rotom-H, Entei, Infernape, and Victini all can outspeed Mega Abomasnow and OHKO them it with a Fire-type STAB move. They must be wary of Earthquake, however.

**Steel-types**: Without Fighting-type teammates, Steel-types can cripple or KO Mega Abomasnow that lack Fighting-type teammates before it can effectively use Earthquake or any other attacks. Mega Aggron, Lucario, and Magneton usually can usually KO Abomasnow with a STAB move with ease.

**Entry Hazards**: Entry hazards such as Spikes and especially Stealth Rock hurt Mega Abomasnow, as it does not appreciate the residual damage due to being inclined to switch frequently.

**Super effective STAB moves**: Mega Abomasnow's bad defensive typing leaves it susceptible to STAB Fighting-, Bug-, Flying-, Poison-, and Rock-type moves from a variety of Pokemon. Hard hits that can KO Mega Abomasnow include Machamp's Dynamic Punch, Nidoking's Sludge Wave, Crobat's Brave Bird, Mega Aerodactyl's Stone Edge and Aerial Ace, and Galvantula's Bug Buzz.
 
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