[SET]
Archaludon @ Leftovers
Ability: Stamina
EVs: 248 HP / 204 SpD / 56 Spe
Tera Type: Fairy / Flying
Careful Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Iron Defense
- Body Press
- Dragon Tail
[SET COMMENTS]
Archaludon can function well in a multi-faceted offensive utility role thanks to a slew of great movepool options in conjunction with its naturally solid defensive profile courtesy of Stamina. With this set, Archaludon acts as a reliable stopgap for balance and semi-stall teams by acting as a Stealth Rock setter with an offensive presence and the ability to phase with Dragon Tail. What differentiates Archaludon from other OU threats in a similar hazard phase role is its ability to bait physical attacks and capitalize on them with compound boosting from Stamina and Iron Defense, powering up its Body Press to nuclear levels. Alternatively, Archaludon can run other tech options depending on the needs of your team such as Thunder Wave for slowing down powerful setup sweepers such as Iron Boulder or Iron Valiant. The EV investment is primarily focused on shoring up Archaludon's poor special defense while the remaining 56 EVs are put into speed to bring Archaludon up to 220, outpacing potent threats like offensive Kingambit and bulky Gouging Fire. Archaludon's choice of Tera type is dependent on the defensive profile of your team; Fairy allows Archaludon to gain a crucial immunity to powerful STAB Draco Meteors from Pokemon like Kyurerm and Raging Bolt, while Flying allows Archaludon to avoid critical Ground-type attacks such as Great Tusk's Headlong Rush.
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[SET CREDITS]
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