Monotype Sylveon

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[OVERVIEW]

Sylveon is a decent pick on Fairy teams thanks to its amazing wallbreaking capabilities with its Pixilate ability, good base 110 Special Attack, and Choice Specs. Furthermore, good special bulk allows it to fire off Choice Specs-boosted Hyper Voices with ease against special attackers, and good coverage options such as Psyshock allow Sylveon to deal massive damage to types that would usually annoy Fairy, such as Poison. However, Sylveon's low Defense and Speed stats make it vulnerable to physical attackers and revenge killers and unable to outspeed key threats. Sylveon's mono-Fairy typing compounds this by adding nothing defensively to Fairy teams, and Sylveon cannot switch into common threats to Fairy. Sylveon is also very vulnerable to residual damage and is worn down very fast, making it susceptible to revenge killers. Lastly, while it has good coverage options, Sylveon lacks a way to heavily damage most Steel-types outside of Hidden Power, which is a crippling trait for a Fairy-type. All of these traits make Sylveon generally hard to fit on a team.

[SET]
name: Choice Specs
move 1: Hyper Voice
move 2: Hidden Power Fire / Hidden Power Ground
move 3: Psyshock
move 4: Shadow Ball
item: Choice Specs
ability: Pixilate
nature: Modest
evs: 240 HP / 4 Def / 252 SpA / 12 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========

Hyper Voice turns into a Fairy-type 108-Base Power STAB move when boosted by Pixilate and is Sylveon's primary and most spammable attack. As it is a sound-based move, it also hits through Substitute, which can be useful for hitting Pokemon like Buzzwole and Keldeo. Hidden Power Fire deals solid damage to most Steel-type Pokemon such as Mega Scizor and Ferrothorn, but it leaves Sylveon completely walled by Heatran. Hidden Power Ground is an alternative that can be used to KO Heatran while still hitting most Steel-types for super effective damage. However, it leaves Sylveon as setup fodder for Pokemon such as Mega Scizor. Psyshock hits Poison-type Pokemon, which threaten Fairy teams, super effectively. Notably, it 2HKOes Toxapex and Mega Venusaur, which Fairy teams have a hard time dealing with, after either Stealth Rock or Spikes damage. Shadow Ball hits opposing Psychic- and Ghost-type Pokemon such as Jirachi and Alolan Marowak super effectively, but it should only be used if the foe resists Hyper Voice, as neutral Hyper Voice does more damage than even super effective Shadow Ball.

Set Details
========

252 Special Attack EVs with a Modest nature and Choice Specs maximize Sylveon's power, letting it break through opposing Pokemon as easily as possible. 12 Speed EVs let Sylveon outspeed uninvested Tyranitar and base 60 Speed Pokemon such as Porygon2 and Clefable. The rest of the EVs are put into HP and Defense, giving Sylveon more bulk. Pixilate turns Sylveon's Normal-type moves into Fairy-type ones while giving them a 20% boost, allowing it to wallbreak effectively.

Usage Tips
========

It is helpful to bring Sylveon in via a pivoting move such as Volt Switch, as it dislikes taking unnecessary damage. Similarly, it is also useful to bring in Sylveon after a teammate has been KOed. Locking Sylveon into Hyper Voice is usually the best option, as it has the most power and can be used repeatedly to wallbreak; avoid locking Sylveon into a move that a foe would then be able to exploit, such as Hidden Power Fire against a resistant foe, allowing them to either KO Sylveon or set up freely. Sylveon should be utilized early-game to deal massive damage to many Pokemon, making it easier for teammates like Azumarill to sweep late-game. Attempt to switch Sylveon into weaker special attackers like Pelipper and proceed to fire off free Hyper Voices. Use Sylveon's coverage moves on a predicted switch; for example, use Psyshock or Shadow Ball if you predict that Gengar will switch in. You should also avoid letting Sylveon get inflicted by status, as burns and poison limit its longevity and make it prone to being revenge killed, while paralysis halves its Speed and makes it easy to take out. Play Sylveon carefully around physical attackers, as its low Defense means that it has a harder time taking physical attacks.

Team Options
========

Magic Guard Clefable can absorb status for Sylveon, set up Stealth Rock, and paralyze foes with Thunder Wave, making Sylveon's job much easier. Defog support from either Tapu Fini or Togekiss is appreciated, as taking entry hazard damage makes Sylveon much easier to revenge kill. Setup sweepers like Z-Belly Drum Azumarill appreciate Sylveon breaking down physical walls early-game, facilitating a late-game sweep. Choice Band or Choice Scarf Tapu Bulu also appreciates this, as it can clean up later after its checks have been worn down. Tapu Bulu can also break special walls like Chansey, which Sylveon has trouble against. Magearna is also a great teammate due to its access to a slow Volt Switch that allows Sylveon to be brought in easily without taking too much damage. Magearna can also switch into Poison- and Steel-type attacks relatively well. Assault Vest Magearna is able to wear down its shared checks with Sylveon, slowly breaking down the opponent's Pokemon. Shift Gear Magearna also appreciates Sylveon's ability to weaken foes early-game, making it easier to sweep. Tapu Koko is another hard-hitting special attacker that can pivot into Sylveon while also wearing down their shared checks. Klefki can set up dual screens, reducing the damage done to Sylveon and allowing it to fire off its attacks more safely. Klefki also sports an immunity to Toxic and Poison-type attacks, making it a good switch-in when Sylveon is threatened. Entry hazard setters like Clefable and Klefki make it easier for Sylveon to secure KOs, and Sylveon can also force switches. Finally, Babiri Berry Togekiss and Clefable can help check Steel-types like Mega Scizor and Ferrothorn, allowing Sylveon to fire off Hyper Voice more easily.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============

Sylveon has nearly no other viable options.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Chansey**: Chansey is Sylveon's best counter and is able to take all of Sylveon's attacks easily and recover the damage off. Sylveon cannot do much damage to Chansey before it is worn down with a combination of Toxic and Seismic Toss.

**Special Walls**: Very specially bulky Pokemon like Magearna fear nearly nothing from Sylveon's attacks and can easily switch into it. They can then status it, pivot out, Defog for free, set up entry hazards, or hit Sylveon super effectively, depending on the Pokemon.

**Steel-types**: While Hidden Power Fire and Hidden Power Ground can deal considerable damage to some Steel-types, Sylveon cannot run both at the same time. Thus, without one or the other, Sylveon becomes walled by Heatran (without Hidden Power Ground) or Mega Scizor and Ferrothorn (without Hidden Power Fire). Also, if a Steel-type switches in on a predicted Hyper Voice, it can easily OHKO Sylveon with its super effective STAB moves.

**Physical Attackers**: Strong physical attackers like Gyarados and even Mega Medicham can do considerable damage to Sylveon due to its low Defense stat.

**Poison-types**: Fast, offensive Poison-types like Gengar and Nidoking can take a Choice Specs-boosted Hyper Voice and retaliate with their super effective STAB attacks. However, they have to be wary of switching into Psyshock. Bulkier Poison-type Pokemon such as Mega Venusaur and Toxapex cannot switch into Psyshock, but they still check Sylveon due to their high defenses and Poison typing. In particular, Assault Vest Alolan Muk can switch into both Psyshock and Hyper Voice easily and threaten Sylveon with Poison Jab or Knock Off.

**Revenge Killers**: Fast revenge killers, especially physical ones like Garchomp, can be brought in after Sylveon achieves a KO and scare it out. Due to Sylveon's low Speed and Defense stats, it is easy to revenge kill.

**Fire-types**: Fire-type Pokemon like Mega Charizard Y resist Hyper Voice and can take several of them. Fairy teams also often lack Fire-resistant Pokemon outside of Azumarill and Tapu Fini, and even then, Solar Beam is present on every Mega Charizard Y.

**Residual Damage**: Residual damage in the form of status or entry hazards wears down Sylveon and makes it much more vulnerable to a revenge kill. Sylveon also has no method of recovery outside of Wish support from teammates, so it is very susceptible to all forms of residual damage.
 
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[OVERVIEW]

Sylveon is a decent pick on Fairy teams thanks to its amazing wallbreaking capabilities with its Pixilate ability and Choice Specs. Sylveon also has good special bulk, allowing it to fire off Choice Specs-boosted Hyper Voices with ease against special attackers. Furthermore, good coverage options such as Psyshock allow Sylveon to deal massive damage to types that would usually annoy Fairy, such as Poison. Sylveon also has a good base 110 Special Attack stat, which allows it to hit incredibly hard with its STAB- (AH) and Pixilate-boosted Hyper Voice, especially while holding Choice Specs. However, Sylveon's low Defense and Speed stats make it vulnerable to physical attackers and revenge killers and make it unable to outspeed key threats. Sylveon's mono-Fairy typing compounds this by adding nothing defensively to Fairy teams, and Sylveon cannot switch into common threats to Fairy. Sylveon is also very prone to residual damage and is worn down very fast, making it susceptible to revenge killers. Lastly, while it has good coverage options, it Sylveon lacks a way to heavily damage most Steel-types outside of Hidden Power, which is a crippling trait for a Fairy-type. All of these traits make Sylveon generally hard to fit on a team.

[SET]
name: Choice Specs
move 1: Hyper Voice
move 2: Hidden Power Fire / Hidden Power Ground
move 3: Psyshock
move 4: Shadow Ball
item: Choice Specs
ability: Pixilate
nature: Modest
evs: 240 HP / 4 Def / 252 SpA / 12 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========

Hyper Voice turns into a Fairy-type 108-Base Power STAB move when boosted by Pixilate and is Sylveon's primary and most spammable attack. As it is a sound-based move, it also hits through Substitute, which can be useful for hitting Pokemon like Buzzwole and Keldeo. Hidden Power Fire deals solid damage to most Steel-type Pokemon such as Mega Scizor and Ferrothorn, but it leaves Sylveon completely walled by Heatran. Hidden Power Ground is an alternative that can be used to KO Heatran while still hitting most Steel-types for super effective damage. However, it leaves Sylveon as setup fodder for Pokemon such as Mega Scizor. Psyshock hits Poison-type Pokemon, which threaten Fairy teams, super effectively. Notably, it 2HKOes Toxapex and Mega Venusaur after Stealth Rock or Spikes damage, which are Pokemon that Fairy teams have a hard time dealing with, (AC) after either Stealth Rock or Spikes damage (even without my "which are" addition, the statement had nothing conclusive to refer to). Shadow Ball hits opposing Psychic- and Ghost-type Pokemon such as Jirachi and Alolan Marowak super effectively, but it should only be used if the foe resists Hyper Voice, as neutral Hyper Voice does more damage than even super effective Shadow Ball.

Set Details
========

252 Special Attack EVs with a Modest nature and Choice Specs maximize Sylveon's offensive power, making its attacks hit as hard as possible. 12 Speed EVs let Sylveon outspeed uninvested Tyranitar and base 60 Speed Pokemon such as Porygon2 and Clefable. The rest of the EVs are put into HP and Defense, giving Sylveon more bulk. Pixilate turns Sylveon's Normal-type moves into Fairy-type moves ones while giving them a 20% boost, allowing it to wallbreak effectively.

Usage Tips
========

It is helpful to bring Sylveon in via a pivoting move such as Volt Switch, as Sylveon is generally prone to residual damage (this statement doesnt make it obvious to how it helps sylveon more than just hard switching). Similarly, it is also useful to bring in Sylveon after a teammate has been KOed. Locking Sylveon into Hyper Voice is usually the best option, as it has the most power and can be used repeatedly to wallbreak. Sylveon should be utilized early-game to deal massive damage to many Pokemon, making it easier for teammates like Azumarill to sweep late-game. However, avoid locking Sylveon into a move that a foe would then be able to exploit, such as Hidden Power Fire against a resistant foe, allowing them to either KO Sylveon or set up freely. Attempt to switch Sylveon into weaker special attackers like Pelipper and proceed to fire off free Hyper Voices. Use Sylveon's coverage moves on a predicted switch; for example, use Psyshock or Shadow Ball if you predict that Gengar will switch in. You should also avoid letting Sylveon get inflicted by status, as burns and poison limit its longevity and make it prone to revenge killing being revenge killed, while paralysis halves its Speed and makes it easy to take out. Play Sylveon carefully around physical attackers, as its low Defense means that it has a harder time taking physical attacks.

Team Options
========

Magic Guard Clefable can absorb status for Sylveon, set up Stealth Rock, and paralyze foes with Thunder Wave, making Sylveon's job much easier. Defog support from either Tapu Fini or Togekiss is appreciated, as taking entry hazard damage makes Sylveon much easier to revenge kill. Setup sweepers like Z-Belly Drum Azumarill appreciate Sylveon breaking down physical walls early-game, allowing for a late-game sweep. Choice Band or Choice Scarf Tapu Bulu also appreciates this, as it can clean up later after its checks have been worn down. Tapu Bulu can also break special walls like Chansey, which Sylveon has trouble against. Magearna is also a great teammate due to its access to a slow Volt Switch that allows Sylveon to be brought in easily without suffering taking too much damage. Magearna can also switch into Poison- and Steel-type attacks relatively well. Assault Vest Magearna is able to wear down its shared checks with Sylveon, slowly breaking down the opponent's Pokemon. Shift Gear Magearna also appreciates Sylveon's ability to weaken foes early-game, making it easier to sweep. Tapu Koko is another hard-hitting special attacker that can pivot into Sylveon while also wearing down their shared checks. Klefki can set up dual screens, reducing the damage done to Sylveon and allowing it to fire off its attacks more safely. Klefki also sports an immunity to Toxic and Poison-type attacks, making it a good switch-in when Sylveon is threatened. Entry hazard setters like Clefable and the aforementioned Klefki make it easier for Sylveon to secure KOs, while and Sylveon can also force switches. Finally, Babiri Berry Togekiss and Clefable can help check Steel-types like Mega Scizor and Ferrothorn, allowing Sylveon to fire off Hyper Voice more easily without fear.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============

Sylveon has nearly no other viable options.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Chansey**: Chansey is Sylveon's best counter and is able to take all of Sylveon's attacks easily and recover it the damage off. Sylveon cannot do much damage to Chansey before it is worn down with a combination of Toxic and Seismic Toss.

**Special Walls**: Very specially bulky Pokemon like Magearna fear nearly nothing from Sylveon's attacks and can easily switch into it. They can then status it, pivot out, Defog for free, set up entry hazards, or hit Sylveon super effectively, depending on the Pokemon.

**Steel-types**: While Hidden Power Fire or and Hidden Power Ground can deal considerable damage to some Steel-types, Sylveon cannot run both at the same time. As such, without one or the other, Sylveon becomes walled by Heatran (without Hidden Power Ground) or Mega Scizor and Ferrothorn (without Hidden Power Fire). Also, if a Steel-type switches in on a predicted Hyper Voice, they can easily OHKO Sylveon with their super effective STAB moves.

**Physical Attackers**: Strong physical attackers like Gyarados and even Mega Medicham can do considerable damage to Sylveon due to its low Defense stat.

**Poison-types**: Fast, offensive Poison-types like Gengar and Nidoking can take a Choice-Specs-boosted Hyper Voice and retaliate with their super effective STAB attacks. However, they have to be wary of switching into Psyshock. Bulkier Poison-type Pokemon such as Mega Venusaur and Toxapex cannot switch into Psyshock, but they still check Sylveon due to their high defenses and Poison typing. In particular, Assault Vest Alolan Muk can switch into both Psyshock and Hyper Voice easily and threaten Sylveon with Poison Jab or Knock Off.

**Revenge Killers**: Fast revenge killers, especially physical ones like Garchomp, can be brought in after Sylveon achieves a KO and scare it out. Due to Sylveon's low Speed and Defense stats, it is easy to revenge kill.

**Fire-types**: Fire-type Pokemon like Mega Charizard Y resist Hyper Voice and can take several of them. Fairy teams also often lack Fire-resistant Pokemon outside of Azumarill and Tapu Fini, and even then, (AC) Solar Beam is present on every Mega Charizard Y.

**Residual Damage**: Residual damage in the forms form of status or entry hazards wears down Sylveon and makes it much more prone to a revenge kill. Sylveon also has no method of recovery outside of Wish support from teammates, so it is very susceptible.
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[OVERVIEW]

Sylveon is a decent pick on Fairy teams thanks to its amazing wallbreaking capabilities with its Pixilate ability, good base 110 Special Attack, and Choice Specs. Sylveon also has Furthermore, good special bulk, allowing allows it to fire off Choice Specs-boosted Hyper Voices with ease against special attackers, (comma) Furthermore, and good coverage options such as Psyshock allow Sylveon to deal massive damage to types that would usually annoy Fairy, such as Poison. Sylveon also has a good base 110 Special Attack stat, which allows it to hit incredibly hard with its STAB- and Pixilate-boosted Hyper Voice, especially while holding Choice Specs. However, Sylveon's low Defense and Speed stats make it vulnerable to physical attackers and revenge killers and make it unable to outspeed key threats. Sylveon's mono-Fairy typing compounds this by adding nothing defensively to Fairy teams, and Sylveon cannot switch into common threats to Fairy. Sylveon is also very prone vulnerable to residual damage and is worn down very fast, making it susceptible to revenge killers. Lastly, while it has good coverage options, Sylveon lacks a way to heavily damage most Steel-types outside of Hidden Power, which is a crippling trait for a Fairy-type. All of these traits make Sylveon generally hard to fit on a team.

[SET]
name: Choice Specs
move 1: Hyper Voice
move 2: Hidden Power Fire / Hidden Power Ground
move 3: Psyshock
move 4: Shadow Ball
item: Choice Specs
ability: Pixilate
nature: Modest
evs: 240 HP / 4 Def / 252 SpA / 12 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
========

Hyper Voice turns into a Fairy-type 108-Base Power STAB move when boosted by Pixilate and is Sylveon's primary and most spammable attack. As it is a sound-based move, it also hits through Substitute, which can be useful for hitting Pokemon like Buzzwole and Keldeo. Hidden Power Fire deals solid damage to most Steel-type Pokemon such as Mega Scizor and Ferrothorn, but it leaves Sylveon completely walled by Heatran. Hidden Power Ground is an alternative that can be used to KO Heatran while still hitting most Steel-types for super effective damage. However, it leaves Sylveon as setup fodder for Pokemon such as Mega Scizor. Psyshock hits Poison-type Pokemon, which threaten Fairy teams, super effectively. Notably, it 2HKOes Toxapex and Mega Venusaur, which are Pokemon that Fairy teams have a hard time dealing with, after either Stealth Rock or Spikes damage. Shadow Ball hits opposing Psychic- and Ghost-type Pokemon such as Jirachi and Alolan Marowak super effectively, but it should only be used if the foe resists Hyper Voice, as neutral Hyper Voice does more damage than even super effective Shadow Ball.

Set Details
========

252 Special Attack EVs with a Modest nature and Choice Specs maximize Sylveon's offensive power, making its attacks hit as hard letting it break through opposing Pokemon as easily (repetitive) as possible. 12 Speed EVs let Sylveon outspeed uninvested Tyranitar and base 60 Speed Pokemon such as Porygon2 and Clefable. The rest of the EVs are put into HP and Defense, giving Sylveon more bulk. Pixilate turns Sylveon's Normal-type moves into Fairy-type ones while giving them a 20% boost, allowing it to wallbreak effectively.

Usage Tips
========

It is helpful to bring Sylveon in via a pivoting move such as Volt Switch, as Sylveon it dislikes taking unnecessary damage. Similarly, it is also useful to bring in Sylveon after a teammate has been KOed. Locking Sylveon into Hyper Voice is usually the best option, as it has the most power and can be used repeatedly to wallbreak; avoid locking Sylveon into a move that a foe would then be able to exploit, such as Hidden Power Fire against a resistant foe, allowing them to either KO Sylveon or set up freely. Sylveon should be utilized early-game to deal massive damage to many Pokemon, making it easier for teammates like Azumarill to sweep late-game. However, avoid locking Sylveon into a move that a foe would then be able to exploit, such as Hidden Power Fire against a resistant foe, allowing them to either KO Sylveon or set up freely. Attempt to switch Sylveon into weaker special attackers like Pelipper and proceed to fire off free Hyper Voices. Use Sylveon's coverage moves on a predicted switch; for example, use Psyshock or Shadow Ball if you predict that Gengar will switch in. You should also avoid letting Sylveon get inflicted by status, as burns and poison limit its longevity and make it prone to being revenge killed, while paralysis halves its Speed and makes it easy to take out. Play Sylveon carefully around physical attackers, as its low Defense means that it has a harder time taking physical attacks.

Team Options
========

Magic Guard Clefable can absorb status for Sylveon, set up Stealth Rock, and paralyze foes with Thunder Wave, making Sylveon's job much easier. Defog support from either Tapu Fini or Togekiss is appreciated, as taking entry hazard damage makes Sylveon much easier to revenge kill. Setup sweepers like Z-Belly Drum Azumarill appreciate Sylveon breaking down physical walls early-game, allowing for facilitating a late-game sweep. Choice Band or Choice Scarf Tapu Bulu also appreciates this, as it can clean up later after its checks have been worn down. Tapu Bulu can also break special walls like Chansey, which Sylveon has trouble against. Magearna is also a great teammate due to its access to a slow Volt Switch that allows Sylveon to be brought in easily without taking too much damage. Magearna can also switch into Poison- and Steel-type attacks relatively well. Assault Vest Magearna is able to wear down its shared checks with Sylveon, slowly breaking down the opponent's Pokemon. Shift Gear Magearna also appreciates Sylveon's ability to weaken foes early-game, making it easier to sweep. Tapu Koko is another hard-hitting special attacker that can pivot into Sylveon while also wearing down their shared checks. Klefki can set up dual screens, reducing the damage done to Sylveon and allowing it to fire off its attacks more safely. Klefki also sports an immunity to Toxic and Poison-type attacks, making it a good switch-in when Sylveon is threatened. Entry hazard setters like Clefable and Klefki make it easier for Sylveon to secure KOs, and Sylveon can also force switches. Finally, Babiri Berry Togekiss and Clefable can help check Steel-types like Mega Scizor and Ferrothorn, allowing Sylveon to fire off Hyper Voice more easily.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============

Sylveon has nearly no other viable options.

Checks and Counters
===================

**Chansey**: Chansey is Sylveon's best counter and is able to take all of Sylveon's attacks easily and recover the damage off. Sylveon cannot do much damage to Chansey before it is worn down with a combination of Toxic and Seismic Toss.

**Special Walls**: Very specially bulky Pokemon like Magearna fear nearly nothing from Sylveon's attacks and can easily switch into it. They can then status it, pivot out, Defog for free, set up entry hazards, or hit Sylveon super effectively, depending on the Pokemon.

**Steel-types**: While Hidden Power Fire and Hidden Power Ground can deal considerable damage to some Steel-types, Sylveon cannot run both at the same time. As such, Thus, without one or the other, Sylveon becomes walled by Heatran (without Hidden Power Ground) or Mega Scizor and Ferrothorn (without Hidden Power Fire). Also, if a Steel-type switches in on a predicted Hyper Voice, they it can easily OHKO Sylveon with their its super effective STAB moves.

**Physical Attackers**: Strong physical attackers like Gyarados and even Mega Medicham can do considerable damage to Sylveon due to its low Defense stat.

**Poison-types**: Fast, offensive Poison-types like Gengar and Nidoking can take a Choice Specs-boosted (remove first hyphen) Hyper Voice and retaliate with their super effective STAB attacks. However, they have to be wary of switching into Psyshock. Bulkier Poison-type Pokemon such as Mega Venusaur and Toxapex cannot switch into Psyshock, but they still check Sylveon due to their high defenses and Poison typing. In particular, Assault Vest Alolan Muk can switch into both Psyshock and Hyper Voice easily and threaten Sylveon with Poison Jab or Knock Off.

**Revenge Killers**: Fast revenge killers, especially physical ones like Garchomp, can be brought in after Sylveon achieves a KO and scare it out. Due to Sylveon's low Speed and Defense stats, it is easy to revenge kill.

**Fire-types**: Fire-type Pokemon like Mega Charizard Y resist Hyper Voice and can take several of them. Fairy teams also often lack Fire-resistant Pokemon outside of Azumarill and Tapu Fini, and even then, Solar Beam is present on every Mega Charizard Y.

**Residual Damage**: Residual damage in the form of status or entry hazards wears down Sylveon and makes it much more prone vulnerable to a revenge kill. Sylveon also has no method of recovery outside of Wish support from teammates, so it is very susceptible. (to what?)
 
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