Appendix:Metagame terminology: Difference between revisions

A {{p|Suicune}} moveset from [[Generation II]], which has {{M|Curse}}, {{M|Rest}}, {{M|Return}} and {{M|Roar}}. No longer viable now that {{m|Curse}} is no longer a TM.

A moveset with {{m|Baton Pass}} and at least one stat-boosting move or {{m|Psych Up}}, {{m|Mean Look}} or {{m|Substitute}}. Designed to raise one or more stats for a few turns, then pass off to another Pokémon. Stat boosts are countered by a '''Hazer''' or '''Pseudo-Hazer'''. A good example of a Baton Passer is {{p|Ninjask}}, who gains one level of Speed after each turn due to its ability {{a|Speed Boost}}. It often abuses the move {{m|Protect}} and may use {{m|Swords Dance}} and/or {{m|Substitute}} too.

A moveset created specifically for the {{p|Charizard}} evolution family. The moveset contains {{m|Belly Drum}}, {{m|Substitute}}, {{m|Fire Punch}}/{{m|Flare Blitz}} and any other move. Held item is a {{b|Salac}}. Belly Drum followed by Substitute maximizes the attack stat and lowers HP enough to activate {{a|Blaze}} and the {{b|Salac}}. The power of Charizard's {{type2|Fire}} moves is increased, attack power is maximized and Speed is raised enough to possibly attack first. This results in an incredibly powerful physical Fire attack. However using Flare Blitz with this technique is sure to result in the user fainting.

A combination of {{m|Thunderbolt}} and {{m|Ice Beam}} on the same set that is resisted only by {{p|Magnezone}}, {{a|Volt Absorb}} {{p|Lanturn}}, and {{p|Shedinja}}. May also be used for any combination of Electric and Ice moves, such as Thunderbolt and HP Ice.

Any Pokémon that knows {{m|Selfdestruct}} and/or {{m|Explosion}}. The aim is to knock out the opponent's Pokémon within one turn, also causing the Bomber to faint in the process.

A last resort strategy involving a low-level {{p|Rattata}} holding a [[Focus Sash]] with the moves {{m|Endeavor}} and {{m|Quick Attack}}. It involves catching the foe off-guard when he/she sees the low-level Rattata and will presumably attack the Rattata. The Focus Sash will activate and Rattata will use Endeavor to attack. Then the Rattata will use Quick  Attack to finish off the opponent. There are many variations of this set that can be used by any Pokémon with {{m|Endeavor}} and a speed prioritizing move. It has also been used by a Dodrio ingame in [[Pokémon Battle Revolution]].

A moveset with {{m|Haze}} in it. Much like a '''Spiker''', it can have any combination of moves along with Haze. Fast Pokémon and those with high defenses, such as {{p|Altaria}} and {{p|Articuno}}, make good hazers.

===[[Pseudo-legendary]]===

Any of the following Pokémon: {{p|Dragonite}}, {{p|Tyranitar}}, {{p|Salamence}}, {{p|Metagross}} and {{p|Garchomp}}. It is a term used to refer to Pokémon with astounding [[stats]], most notably Attack, and incredibly diverse movepools.

An {{p|Azumarill}} that has the [[ability]] {{a|Huge Power}}, is holding the item Choice Band, and knows {{m|Aqua Jet}}.

Any Pokémon with a moveset that has at least one attack that never misses, such as {{m|Faint Attack}}. Other Seeker moves are {{m|Swift}}, {{m|Vital Throw}}, {{m|Aerial Ace}}, and {{m|Shock Wave}}. These attacks are countered by {{m|Fly}}, {{m|Dig}}, {{m|Dive}}, {{m|Bounce}}, {{m|Protect}} and {{m|Detect}}. This can also refer to a Pokémon that uses {{m|Lock-On}} or {{m|Mind Reader}} on an opponent that uses {{m|Fly}}, {{m|Dig}}, {{m|Bounce}}, or {{m|Dive}}, which ensures that the next attack hits the opponent, despite using any of the four moves.

A moveset with either {{m|Roar}} or {{m|Whirlwind}} and {{m|Toxic}}, {{m|Thunder Wave}} or {{m|Will-O-Wisp}}. Works by inflicting a status condition, then Phazing and repeating. Often used in tandem with a Spiker for best results. Countered by a '''Cleric''', or simply by attacking each time they try to Phaze.