Tier: Difference between revisions

UnderUsed, commonly referred to as "'''UU'''", consists of Pokémon that are not used enough to be in OU. Pokémon classified as UU are often outclassed by Pokémon in higher tiers, possibly as a result of generally lower base stats, available moves, or Abilities. For example, in Generation V, {{p|Machamp}} fell to UU in some tier lists largely as a result of the introduction of {{p|Conkeldurr}}, which has {{m|Mach Punch}}, {{m|Drain Punch}}, and generally superior base stats. UU Pokémon are commonly used in OU battles, but most have smaller niches. If a UU Pokémon is not used enough in the UU tier, it will fall to the RU tier.

===RarelyUsed===

RarelyUsed, commonly referred to as "'''RU'''", consists of Pokémon that are not used enough to be in UU. For example, {{p|Escavalier}} is considered RU in Generation V in some tier lists because it is not used enough in UU battles. If an RU Pokémon is not used enough in the RU tier, it will fall to the NU tier.

NeverUsed, commonly referred to as "'''NU'''", consists of Pokémon that are not used enough to be in RU. The name is not literal, stemming from the tiers of [[Generation I]], where Neverused Pokémon had generally lower "competitive value" in comparison to other Pokémon. Some Pokémon that are pre-evolutions of Pokémon in higher tiers are classified as NU.

PU consists of Pokémon that are not used enough in NU. Many Pokémon in PU are not fully evolved and/or have lackluster stat distribution. Unlike the other tiers, PU is not an acronym, but is a phrase used by some to describe how much these Pokémon suck compared to higher tiers, even though tons of Pokémon in this tier have amazing potential. This is a tier for people who really want to put their battling skills and strategies to the test, as bringing out the full potential in these Pokémon will require skill and thought.