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| ====Pseudo-passer==== | | ====Pseudo-passer==== |
| A moveset with {{m|Wish}}, {{m|Safeguard}}, {{m|Light Screen}} and/or {{m|Reflect}} in it. Reflect and Light Screen are countered by {{m|Brick Break}}.
| | Refers to a Pokémon set that is intended to aid its allies directly through the use of [[status move]]s with beneficial effects (such as {{m|Wish}} or {{m|Reflect}}), but without using {{m|Baton Pass}}. |
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| ====RestoChesto==== | | ====RestoChesto==== |
| A Pokémon that knows {{m|Rest}} holding a [[Chesto Berry]] in order to immediately wake up after healing. Usually seen on [[#Tank|Tanks]] and [[#Wall|Walls]].
| | Refers to the move {{m|Rest}} and the [[held item]] [[Chesto Berry]] being present in a Pokémon set. It is amply featured in the games. |
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| ====Sashed==== | | ====Sashed==== |
| A Pokémon that is holding a [[Focus Sash]], usually a very frail one such as {{p|Dugtrio}} or {{p|Weavile}}, so it can survive a hit.
| | Refers to the [[held item]] [[Focus Sash]] being present in a Pokémon set. |
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| ====Shuffler==== | | ====Shuffler==== |
| A shuffler is a Pokémon with {{m|Whirlwind}}, {{m|Roar}}, {{m|Dragon Tail}}, or {{m|Circle Throw}} that forces the opponent's Pokémon to switch. They are often used as [[#Annoyer|annoyers]]. Usually used as a pseudo-hazer or in combination with entry hazards or status problems, or a combination of them.
| | Refers to a Pokémon set that is intended to force the opponent's Pokémon to be sent back, by using {{m|Roar}}, {{m|Whirlwind}}, {{m|Circle Throw}}, or {{m|Dragon Tail}}. |
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| =====Phazer===== | | =====Phazer===== |
| A phazer, or pseudo-hazer, is moveset with either {{m|Whirlwind}} or {{m|Roar}}, which is intended to force a stat-boosted Pokémon to switch out, thus removing its stat changes. A moveset with moves such as {{m|Yawn}}, {{m|Leech Seed}}, {{m|Perish Song}} or {{m|Charm}} can also be considered a Phazer; the effects of these moves are such that any sensible opponent will be forced switch out their Pokémon.
| | Refers to a Pokémon set that is intended to eliminate an opponent's Pokémon's positive [[stat]] changes and/or other beneficial effects without using {{m|Haze}}. One approach is to force the opponent's Pokémon to be sent back, by using {{m|Roar}}, {{m|Whirlwind}}, {{m|Circle Throw}}, or {{m|Dragon Tail}}. Another approach is to pressure the opponent to call back their Pokémon, by using [[status move]]s with disadvantageous effects that can be removed through switching (such as {{m|Leech Seed}}, {{m|Perish Song}}, or {{m|Yawn}}). |
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| =====Status shuffler===== | | =====Status shuffler===== |
| A status shuffler has a moveset with either {{m|Roar}} or {{m|Whirlwind}} and {{m|Toxic}} as well as {{m|Thunder Wave}} or {{m|Will-O-Wisp}}. Works by inflicting a status problem, then shuffling and repeating. They are usaully named based on the status problem they use: Parashufflers inflict {{status|paralysis}}, Pyroshufflers inflict {{status|burn}}, Toxishufflers inflict {{status|bad poison}}. Often used in tandem with a [[#Spiker|Spiker]] for best results. Countered by a [[#Cleric|Cleric]], or simply by attacking each time they try to PHaze.
| | Refers to a Pokémon set that is intended to inflict [[status ailment]]s on multiple opposing Pokémon, and cause multiple switches from the opponent in order to achieve this end. |
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| ====Spinner==== | | ====Spinner==== |
| A spinner or Rapid Spinner is user of the move {{m|Rapid Spin}}, with the role of removing [[#Entry hazards|entry hazards]], thereby leaving the field clear for a [[#Sweeper|sweeper]]. Common spinners are {{p|Starmie}} and {{p|Tentacruel}}. The method for countering this technique is by having a Ghost-type Pokémon in play: Rapid Spin, as a Normal-type move, will have no effect in this case. Such a Pokémon is known as a [[#Spinblocker|spinblocker]].
| | Refers to a Pokémon set that includes the move {{m|Rapid Spin}}. |
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| ====Spiker==== | | ====Spiker==== |
| A moveset that includes the move {{m|Spikes}}. Since that is the only requirement, there are many variations to Spiker movesets. Effective ones utilize [[#Shuffler|shuffling moves]], {{m|Toxic Spikes}}, {{m|Stealth Rock}}, and/or {{m|Rapid Spin}}.
| | Refers to a Pokémon set that includes the move {{m|Spikes}}. |
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| ====Staller==== | | ====Staller==== |
| Much like the [[#Tank|tank]], this moveset lives to build up passive damage (such as {{status|Poison}}, {{status|Burn}}, {{m|Leech Seed}}, and [[Weather|weather conditions]]) while stalling with {{m|Protect}}, recovery moves or (rarely) with {{m|Fly}}, {{m|Dive}} or {{m|Dig}}. {{m|Toxic}} is most commonly used due to its increasing amount of damage caused. Some counters include a [[#Cleric|Cleric]], the move {{m|Taunt}} and {{p|Clefable}} (due to the ability {{a|Magic Guard}}).
| | Refers to a Pokémon set that is intended to force a standstill in order to enjoy its advantages, which may include recurring effect damage to opposing Pokémon (such as from certain [[status ailment]]s or [[Weather|weather conditions]]). This may be achieved through the use of [[move]]s/[[held item]]s/[[Ability|Abilities]] that restore {{stat|HP}} and/or moves like {{m|Protect}}, usually combined with stats and [[type]](s) that minimize the percentage of damage taken from damage-dealing moves. It is amply featured in the games. |
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| ====RestTalker==== | | ====RestTalker==== |
| A RestTalker, also known as a Sleep Talker or STalker, is a Pokémon with a moveset with {{m|Rest}} and {{m|Sleep Talk}}. It is used to maintain a Pokémon's health with Rest (usually with good defenses as well), but allow it to attack in the meantime with Sleep Talk. It's not a perfect strategy, as there is the chance Sleep Talk will call Rest again, but it works often enough to see use. {{p|Milotic}} is an excellent example of a RestTalker due to {{a|Marvel Scale}}. Though Milotic also has {{m|Recover}}, a RestTalker set is sometimes used because of its Ability {{a|Marvel Scale}}, although generally moves like Recover are used.
| | Refers to a Pokémon set that includes the moves {{m|Rest}} and {{m|Sleep Talk}}. It is amply featured in the games. Also referred to as a "Sleep Talker" or a "STalker". |
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| ====Revenge killer==== | | ====Revenge killer==== |
| Pokémon that can switch in after an opponent has knocked out another Pokémon (with the intent of swiftly knocking out the opponent), revenge killers are often equipped with [[#Priority moves|priority moves]] or a [[Choice Scarf]]. For example, {{p|Weavile}} makes an effective revenge killer due to its high {{stat|Attack}} stat and access to {{m|Ice Shard}}. Sometimes employed after 'sacrificing' a [[#Decoy|decoy]]. {{m|Retaliate}}'s effect makes it an excellent Revenge move. | | Refers to a Pokémon set that is intended to knock out opposing Pokémon without preparation by timing the free switch-in that is granted when an ally is knocked out. Is typically tailored torwards getting to move first, by including one or more damage-dealing moves with increased [[priority]] and/or a comparatively high {{stat|Speed}} stat (achieved with or without the [[held item]] {{DL|In-battle effect item|Choice Scarf}}). This aspect of Pokémon battling is highlighted in the games in the form of the move {{m|Retaliate}}. |
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| ====Seeder==== | | ====Seeder==== |
| Seeders are Pokémon that use {{m|Leech Seed}} to force switches, drain HP to heal themselves, or wear down defensive Pokémon. They are often used with {{m|Substitute}} known as Subseeders. Subseeders are often fast Pokémon that repeatedly use substitute while the opponent is afflicted with leech seed. The healing of leech seed allows them to gain back the health they lost from substitute while the opponent's health is slowly worn down. Examples of Subseeders are {{p|Whimsicott}} and {{p|Sceptile}}.
| | Refers to a Pokémon set that includes the move {{m|Leech Seed}}. A "Subseeder" refers to a Pokémon set that includes the moves {{m|Substitute}} and Leech Seed. |
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| ====Spinblocker==== | | ====Spinblocker==== |
| A {{type|Ghost}} Pokémon that is used in order to stop the foe from using {{m|Rapid Spin}} (which doesn't affect Ghost-type Pokémon) to remove [[entry hazard]]s from its side of the field. Notable spinblockers are {{p|Froslass}} and {{p|Giratina}}.
| | Refers to a {{type|Ghost}} Pokémon that is intended to prevent opposing Pokémon from successfully using {{m|Rapid Spin}}. |
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| A moveset with {{m|Substitute}} and {{m|Baton Pass}}. Although any Pokémon that can learn Baton Pass can pass substitutes, Pokémon with high HP are preferred so that the Substitute passed will also have a high HP. Subpassing is beneficial as it allows for a Pokémon to have a substitute with a much higher HP than it could make itself. If such a substitute is passed to a [[#Wall|wall]] or [[#Tank|tank]], the opponent will have a hard time breaking the substitute right away, allowing the target to reap the benefits of the Substitute, such as immunity to status effects. Subpasses can also pass defensive boosts to make the substitutes even harder to break, but then that only leaves them one move for attacking, making them very vulnerable to Taunt.
| | Refers to a Pokémon set that is intended to create a substitute by using {{m|Substitute}} and pass it on to an ally by using {{m|Baton Pass}}. |
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| ====Subpuncher==== | | ====Subpuncher==== |
| A moveset with {{m|Substitute}} and {{m|Focus Punch}} to avoid the flinch chance from Focus Punch. Works best with slower Pokémon as the Substitute may end up being broken the turn it's made if the subpuncher goes first. Slightly harder to use in Double Battles where the two Pokémon could gang up on the Subpuncher to break the Substitute and hit the Pokémon. Countered by Thick Club Marowak whose Bonemerang usually does enough damage to break the Substitute on the first hit, allowing the second hit to attack the subpuncher directly. It's also is countered by Technician Ambipom who might break the Substitute on the first hit of Double Hit.
| | Refers to a Pokémon set that includes the moves {{m|Substitute}} and {{m|Focus Punch}}. It is amply featured in the games. |
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| [[Chuck]] has a {{p|Breloom}} which knows {{m|Substitute}} and {{m|Focus Punch}} in his {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}} [[rematch]] team.
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| ====Sunnybeamer==== | | ====Sunnybeamer==== |
| A moveset with {{m|Sunny Day}} and {{m|SolarBeam}} to avoid the one turn charge up from SolarBeam. Often used on Pokémon with the {{a|Chlorophyll}} Ability, {{type|Fire}} Pokémon, or Pokémon with the moves {{m|Synthesis}}, {{m|Morning Sun}}, or {{m|Moonlight}}, for increased HP recovery.
| | Refers to a Pokémon set that is intended to use {{m|SolarBeam}} under {{DL|Weather conditions|intense sunlight}}. |
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| ====Sweeper==== | | ====Sweeper==== |
| A Pokémon included with the object of quickly knocking out, or "sweeping," an opponent's team. Sweepers specialize in primarily direct attacks, often with stat-boosting moves. Sweepers are characterized by high Speed and/or offensive stats, while often having poor defensive stats and HP. There are three types of sweeper: physical, special and mixed. Physical sweepers use physical moves, special sweepers use special moves, and mixed sweepers use both. Mixed sweepers can also be used as [[#Wall|wall]] breakers, which are Pokémon whose attacks are specifically chosen to take down common walls, like {{m|Close Combat}} for {{p|Blissey}} or {{m|Fire Blast}} for {{p|Skarmory}}. Common sweeper counters are bulky Pokémon with large defensive stats and [[priority]] moves.
| | Refers to a Pokémon set that is intended to knock out opposing Pokémon in succession, usually through the assistance of positive [[stat]] changes. Commonly branched into the categories physical sweeper, special sweeper, and mixed sweeper, depending on its stats and damage-dealing moves. |
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| ====Tank==== | | ====Tank==== |
| A Pokémon that can take hits and still fight back. Similar to a [[#Wall|wall]] in that it is often very difficult to defeat, a tank can still threaten the opponent offensively. Some common tanks are {{p|Bronzong}}, {{p|Musharna}} and {{p|Ferrothorn}}.
| | Refers to a Pokémon set that, due to its combination of {{stat|HP}} and {{stat|Defense}} and/or {{stat|Special Defense}}, takes a comparatively low percentage of damage from [[physical move]]s or [[special move]]s or both, while at the same time posing a threat in the form of damage-dealing moves backed by a comparatively high {{stat|Attack}} or {{stat|Special Attack}} stat. |
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| ====Thunderdancer==== | | ====Thunderdancer==== |
| A moveset with {{m|Rain Dance}} and {{m|Thunder}} to give Thunder 100% accuracy. Pokémon with the {{a|Volt Absorb}} or {{a|Water Absorb}} [[Ability]] are preferred, due to their immunity to enemy {{m|Surf}}s and {{m|Thunder}}s.
| | Refers to a Pokémon set that includes the moves {{m|Thunder}} and {{m|Rain Dance}}. |
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| ====Trapper==== | | ====Trapper==== |
| A Pokémon designed to trap a Pokémon for one reason or another. Moves such as {{m|Mean Look}} and {{m|Spider Web}} are standard trapping moves but moves such as {{m|Wrap}} and {{m|Fire Spin}} are also used sometimes. May be used in tandem with {{m|Toxic}} or {{m|Curse}} ({{t|Ghost}} version) to sap the opponent's health or {{m|Perish Song}} for a guaranteed knockout. Certain Abilities, such as {{a|Shadow Tag}}, {{a|Magnet Pull}} and {{a|Arena Trap}}, trap automatically. The general idea is to make both switching out and staying in an undesirable option for the opponent.
| | Refers to a Pokémon set that is intended to prevent opposing Pokémon from switching out, through the effects of various [[status move]]s, damage-dealing moves, or [[Ability|Abilities]], and take advantage of the situation. |
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| ====Wall==== | | ====Wall==== |
| A Pokémon with a very high defensive stat, a wall is used to block attacks of that kind (for example, a physical wall would block physical attacks). A good example would be {{p|Skarmory}} who is considered as a physical wall. Almost any Pokémon with a high enough Defense or Special Defense stat can be used as a wall.
| | Refers to a Pokémon set that, due to its combination of {{stat|HP}} and {{stat|Defense}} and/or {{stat|Special Defense}}, takes a comparatively low percentage of damage from [[physical move]]s or [[special move]]s or both. Commonly branched into the categories physical wall, special wall, and mixed wall, depending on its stats. |
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| ===Specific sets=== | | ===Specific sets=== |