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===Baton Pass chain===
===Baton Pass chain===
Refers to continuous use of the move {{m|Baton Pass}} and the accumulated [[Stats#Stat modifiers|stat changes]].
Refers to continuous use of the move {{m|Baton Pass}} and the accumulated [[Stats#Stat modifiers|stat changes]].
===Boss===
The general concept of a {{wp|Boss (video gaming)|boss}} in video games may refer to special, strong opponents who must be defeated to obtain an important reward or advance past a particular point in the game. In the Pokemon games, there are various figures who may fit this description:
* Core games
** [[Gym Leader]]s: these are characters the player explicitly has to defeat if they wish to reach the Elite Four. Oftentimes, defeating a particular Gym Leader is also required for the player to advance past certain obstacles, especially those that require the use of an [[HM]].
** [[Elite Four]]: the "point" of the [[core series]] games is generally to beat the Elite Four, who will be stronger than any other Trainers the player has faced previously.
** [[Champion]]: after beating the Elite Four, the player must also defeat the region's Champion in order to be allowed to enter the [[Hall of Fame]].
** [[Rival]]s: the player will often cross paths with a rival character, and usually they must face off with this character one last time before being able to face the Elite Four.
** [[Villainous teams|Team]] leaders: the core games (and many [[spin-off Pokémon games|spin-offs]]) include villainous teams who the player will frequently cross paths with. In the course of the game, the player will eventually have to defeat various high-ranking members of these teams and ultimately their leader.
** {{tc|Tower Tycoon}}s, [[Frontier Brain]]s, {{tc|Subway Boss}}es, {{tc|Boss Trainer}}s, and {{tc|Battle Chatelaine}}s: these are the leaders of certain special {{cat|battle areas}} presented as an optional challenge once the player has beaten the Champion. Defeating them usually grants the player a [[Trainer stars|special achievement]].
* Side games
** Pregymleader [[Justy]]: Justy is the leader of the [[Prestige Precept Center|Pre Gym]] in [[Pokémon Colosseum]] and {{Pokémon XD}}.
** {{tc|Area Leader}}s and {{tc|Mt BtlMaster}}: these are the heads of different [[Mt. Battle]] areas in [[Pokémon Colosseum]] and {{Pokémon XD}}.
** {{tc|Colosseum Leader}}s, {{tc|Colosseum Master}}s, and the [[Mysterial|Pokétopia Master]]: these are the heads of {{OBP|Colosseum|Pokétopia}}s in [[Pokémon Battle Revolution]].
* Spin-offs
**The [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series]] has various boss characters at different points in the story:
*** {{DL|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|Bosses|Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team → Bosses}}
*** {{DL|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness|Bosses|Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness → Bosses}}
*** {{DL|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity|Bosses|Gates to Infinity → Bosses}}
*** {{DL|Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon|Bosses|Super Mystery Dungeon → Bosses}}
**[[Shadow Mewtwo]]: the opponent in the final battle of the storyline of [[Pokkén Tournament]]


===Choice lock===
===Choice lock===
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[[Rule variants#Rules|Clauses]] refer to the various rules that are applied to battles, such as restrictions on which [[tier|Pokémon]], moves, and items may be used. Many of these rules are found in the games, applied in settings such as battle facilities and multiplayer features.
[[Rule variants#Rules|Clauses]] refer to the various rules that are applied to battles, such as restrictions on which [[tier|Pokémon]], moves, and items may be used. Many of these rules are found in the games, applied in settings such as battle facilities and multiplayer features.


====Endless Battle clause====
====Endless battle clause====
Refers to a ban on sets that cause a battle with no possible ending. Found in fan tournaments such as [[Smogon]].
Refers to a ban on sets such as [[#Funbro|Funbro]] that have the capability of causing a battle with no possible ending. Found in some unofficial formats such as [[Smogon]] and {{OBP|Pokémon Online|battle simulator}}.


====Evasion clause====
====Evasion clause====
Refers to a ban on moves that raise {{DL|Stats|evasion}} (such as {{m|Double Team}}). Does not necessarily put a ban on moves that reduce {{DL|Stats|accuracy}} (such as {{m|Sand-Attack}}) or moves/Abilities that merely have a possibility of raising evasion (such as {{m|Acupressure}}/{{a|Moody}}).
Refers to a ban on moves that raise {{DL|Stats|evasion}} (such as {{m|Double Team}}). Does not necessarily put a ban on moves that reduce {{DL|Stats|accuracy}} (such as {{m|Sand-Attack}}) or moves/Abilities that merely have a possibility of raising evasion (such as {{m|Acupressure}}/{{a|Moody}}).
====Flinch clause====
Refers to technical measures to prevent a Pokémon from flinching twice in a row. Found in [[Pokémon Conquest]] and some battle simulators.


====Freeze clause====
====Freeze clause====
Refers to technical measures taken in order to prevent multiple Pokémon on the same team from being {{status|Freeze|frozen solid}} at the same time. Found in games like {{eng|Pokémon Stadium}} and battle simulators like {{OBP|Pokémon Online|battle simulator}}.
Refers to technical measures taken in order to prevent multiple Pokémon on the same team from being {{status|Freeze|frozen}} at the same time. Found in games like {{eng|Pokémon Stadium}} and battle simulators like {{OBP|Pokémon Online|battle simulator}}.


====Item clause====
====Item clause====
Refers to a ban on multiple Pokémon of the same team [[held item|holding]] the same item. Found in battle facilities and officially organized tournaments, but widely ignored in many large communities.
Refers to a ban on multiple Pokémon of the same team [[held item|holding]] the same item. Found in battle facilities and officially organized tournaments, but widely ignored in many large communities.


====Level clause====
====Sleep clause====
Refers to measures taken to ensure that all Pokémon used by both Trainers are close to or at the same [[level]]—usually 50 or 100. Found in battle facilities and [[Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection|Wi-Fi]] features.
Refers to a ban on the usage of sleep-inducing moves when one of the opponent's Pokémon has already been put to {{status|sleep}} by one of the user's Pokémon. As such, the move {{m|Rest}} and the Ability {{a|Effect Spore}} do not violate this ban. Found in [[Pokémon Battle Revolution]] and battle simulators like [[Pokémon Showdown]] and {{OBP|Pokémon Online|battle simulator}}.


====Sleep clause====
===Dry pass===
Refers to a ban on the usage of sleep-inducing moves when one of the opponent's Pokémon has already been put to {{status|sleep}} by one of the user's Pokémon. As such, the move {{m|Rest}} and the Ability {{a|Effect Spore}} do not violate this ban. Found in [[Pokémon Battle Revolution]].
Using the move {{m|Baton Pass}} despite not having any stat boosts. Used to scout out the opponent's switches.


===Hax===
===Hax===
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===Mono team===
===Mono team===
Refers to a team with homogeneity in a certain area such as [[type]], [[List of Pokémon by color|color]], or [[generation]].
Refers to a team with homogeneity in a certain area such as [[type]], [[List of Pokémon by color|color]], or [[generation]].
===Nerf===
When properties of a Pokémon or move are changed between games to become weaker. For instance, {{m|Thunderbolt}}, {{m|Flamethrower}}, {{m|Surf}}, and {{m|Ice Beam}} were all nerfed from 95 to 90 Base Power in the transition from Gen V to Gen VI.


===Pinch Berry===
===Pinch Berry===
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===Pseudo-legendary Pokémon===
===Pseudo-legendary Pokémon===
{{main|Pseudo-legendary Pokémon}}
{{main|Pseudo-legendary Pokémon}}
Refers to the Pokémon {{p|Dragonite}}, {{p|Tyranitar}}, {{p|Salamence}}, {{p|Metagross}}, {{p|Garchomp}}, {{p|Hydreigon}}, and {{p|Goodra}}.
Refers to the Pokémon {{p|Dragonite}}, {{p|Tyranitar}}, {{p|Salamence}}, {{p|Metagross}}, {{p|Garchomp}}, {{p|Hydreigon}}, {{p|Goodra}} and {{p|Kommo-o}}.


===Spam===
===Spam===
Refers to repeated use of the same move or Pokémon.
Refers to repeated use of the same move or Pokémon.
===Spread===
Refers to how a Pokémon's [[EV]]s are spread across its stats.


===Standard rules===
===Standard rules===
Refer to a set of widely employed rules for multiplayer battles. A Single Battle, with the species, sleep, and evasion clauses, as well as bans on [[cheating|hacks]], [[one-hit knockout move]]s, and Pokémon in the (abided) Uber [[tier]].
Refer to a set of widely employed rules for unofficial multiplayer battles. A Single Battle, with the species, sleep, and evasion clauses, as well as bans on [[cheating|hacks]], [[one-hit knockout move]]s, and Pokémon in the (abided) Uber [[tier]].


===Tier===
===Tier===
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===Theorymon===
===Theorymon===
Discussing the metagame hypothetically. Includes discussions such as Pokémon having access to certain moves, Abilities, or combinations of these.
Discussing the metagame hypothetically. Includes discussions such as Pokémon having access to certain moves or Abilities they do not officially have.


===Type coverage===
===Type coverage===
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==Pokémon sets==
==Pokémon sets==
Refer to Pokémon not only by species, but also by their [[stats]], [[move]]s, [[Ability]] and [[held item]].
Refer to Pokémon not only by species, but also by their [[stats]], [[move]]s, [[Ability]], and [[held item]].
 
===Common roles===
===Common roles===
Within competitive battling there are a number of categories that are used to describe the intended role of a Pokémon set.
Within competitive battling, there are a number of categories that are used to describe the intended role of a Pokémon set.


====Annoyer====
====Annoyer====
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====Attack lead====
====Attack lead====
Refers to a Pokémon set that is sent out first, intended to foil the Pokémon sets that are commonly sent out first, through the use of damage-dealing [[move]]s supported by a high {{DL|Stats|Attack}} or {{DL|Stats|Special Attack}} stat.
Refers to a Pokémon set that is sent out first, intended to foil the Pokémon sets that are commonly sent out first through the use of damage-dealing [[move]]s supported by a high {{DL|Stats|Attack}} or {{DL|Stats|Special Attack}} stat.


====Baton Passer====
====Baton Passer====
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====Bulky====
====Bulky====
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.
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, [[special move]]s or both.


====Check====
====Check====
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====ChestoResto====
====ChestoResto====
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.
Also referred to as RestoChesto. Refers to the move {{m|Rest}} and the [[held item]] [[Chesto Berry]] being present in a Pokémon set. In the games, many NPCs employ this tactic.


====Choice user====
====Choice user====
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=====F.E.A.R. counter=====
=====F.E.A.R. counter=====
A Pokémon meant to prevent F.E.A.R. from working properly. Common F.E.A.R. counters are {{t|Ghost}}-type Pokémon and Pokémon with {{a|Sand Stream}} or {{a|Snow Warning}}.
A Pokémon meant to prevent F.E.A.R. from working properly. Common F.E.A.R. counters are {{t|Ghost}}-type Pokémon and Pokémon with {{a|Sand Stream}} or {{a|Snow Warning}}.


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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}}).
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}}).


Originally referred to as a pseudo-[[#Hazer|hazer]], it has since been shorted to PHazer, and now commonly formatted simply phazer.
Originally referred to as a pseudo-[[#Hazer|hazer]], it has since been shortened to PHazer, and now commonly formatted simply phazer.


====Lead====
====Lead====
Refers to a Pokémon set that is sent out first, or one of the Pokémon sets that is commonly sent out first.
Refers to a Pokémon set that is sent out first, or one of the Pokémon sets that is commonly sent out first.


=====Suicide lead=====
====Suicide lead====
Refers to a Pokémon set that is sent out first, including a comparatively high {{stat|Speed}} stat, one or more [[List of moves that cause entry hazards|moves that cause entry hazards]] and the [[held item]] {{DL|In-battle effect item|Focus Sash}} or the [[Ability]] {{a|Sturdy}}.
Refers to a Pokémon set that is sent out first, including a comparatively high {{stat|Speed}} stat, one or more [[List of moves that cause entry hazards|moves that cause entry hazards]], and the [[held item]] {{DL|In-battle effect item|Focus Sash}} or the [[Ability]] {{a|Sturdy}}.
 
====Mighty glacier====
Refers to a Pokémon with comparatively high stats in everything except Speed.


====Paraflincher====
====Paraflincher====
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====Revenge killer====
====Revenge killer====
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}}.
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}}.
====Scout lead====
A lead that uses U-Turn or Volt Switch to send in a Pokemon without missing a chance to inflict damage. Scout leads often work well with Choice items.


====Sashed====
====Sashed====
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====Staller====
====Staller====
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 condition]]s or [[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.
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 condition]]s or types of [[weather]]). 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.


====Suicide Spiker/Rocker====
====Suicide Spiker/Rocker====
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====Sunnybeamer====
====Sunnybeamer====
Refers to a Pokémon set that is intended to use {{m|Solar Beam}} under [[intense sunlight]].
Refers to a Pokémon set that is intended to use {{m|Solar Beam}} under [[harsh sunlight]].
 
====Swagplay====
Refers to a Pokémon set that includes the moves {{m|Swagger}} and {{m|Foul Play}}.


====Sweeper====
====Sweeper====
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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.
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.


====Volt Turn====
====Volt turn====
Refers to the combination of one or more Pokémon sets that include {{m|Volt Switch}} with one or more Pokémon sets that include {{m|U-turn}}.
Refers to the combination of one or more Pokémon sets that include {{m|Volt Switch}} with one or more Pokémon sets that include {{m|U-turn}}.


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====Curselax====
====Curselax====
Refers to a {{p|Snorlax}} set that includes the moves {{m|Curse}} and {{m|Rest}}.
Refers to a {{p|Snorlax}} set that includes the moves {{m|Curse}} and {{m|Rest}}.
====Divecats====
A team in [[Generation V]] which features {{a|Prankster}} {{p|Liepard}} and/or {{p|Purrloin}} that know {{m|Assist}} and are holding a [[Lagging Tail]] or [[Full Incense]], with the only moves known by other Pokémon being {{cat|moves with a semi-invulnerable turn}} or moves that cannot be called by Assist. (If both Liepard and Purrloin are being used, they also cannot know any moves other than moves with a semi-invulnerable turn or moves that cannot be called by Assist.) Typically, {{m|Dive}} and {{m|Shadow Force}} are used (Shadow Force for being unable to be hit by any move, Dive to hit Normal types).
This setup means that Purrloin/Liepard will use the move Assist with +1 [[priority]], which calls a move with a semi-invulnerable turn. The next turn, they move at 0 priority (since they are now using a physical move, so Prankster doesn't apply), and move last due to the held Lagging Tail/Full Incense. Repeating this process, they wear down the opposing team and are very difficult to hit.
Starting in [[Generation VI]], Assist can no longer call moves with a semi-invulnerable turn. Players speculate that this was changed to specifically prevent Divecats.


====Drizzletoed====
====Drizzletoed====
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====Funbro====
====Funbro====
Refers to a {{p|Slowbro}} set that can cause a never-ending battle.
Refers to a {{p|Slowbro}} with the moves {{m|Block}}, {{m|Heal Pulse}}, {{m|Recycle}}, and {{m|Slack Off}}, holding a [[Leppa Berry]]. This combination allows it to extend a non-timed battle indefinitely, leaving the opponent no recourse except to disconnect. Since all link battles are timed in Generation VI, this is only relevant in simulator battles and Generation V.
 
====Khan Artist====
Refers to {{me|Kangaskhan}} and {{p|Smeargle}} as the leads in a [[Double Battle]]. Typically, Smeargle knows {{m|Dark Void}} and Kangaskhan knows {{m|Fake Out}}, allowing significant first-turn disruption. Common in Generation VI VGC (2014 and 2015).


====Leadape====
====Leadape====
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====SkarmBliss====
====SkarmBliss====
Refers to a {{p|Skarmory}} set and a {{p|Blissey}} set being present in a team, and the resulting defensive synergy.
Refers to a {{p|Skarmory}} set and a {{p|Blissey}} set being present in a team in a Single Battle, and the resulting defensive synergy by switching to the appropriate Pokémon to take physical or special hits, respectively. Common in [[Generation IV]].
 
====Smogon-====
A prefix used to refer to extremely common Pokémon in the metagame, usually OU, that are considered to be broken or requiring little skill, and are apparently copied and pasted from [[Smogon]] pages. Examples include Smogonbird, referring to a {{p|Talonflame}} with {{a|Gale Wings}}; Smogonfrog, which refers to a {{p|Greninja}} with {{a|Protean}} (although it is currently banned from Smogon's OU tier); and Smogon Wash, referring to Wash {{p|Rotom}} (commonly called Rotom Wash in competitive circles).


====Specsmence====
====Specsmence====
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====Stallrein====
====Stallrein====
Refers to a {{p|Walrein}} set that includes {{m|Protect}}, {{m|Substitute}}, {{DL|In-battle effect item|Leftovers}}, and {{a|Ice Body}}, intended for [[#Staller|stalling]] during a {{Weather|hail}}storm.
Refers to a {{p|Walrein}} set that includes {{m|Protect}}, {{m|Substitute}}, {{DL|In-battle effect item|Leftovers}}, and {{a|Ice Body}}, intended for [[#Staller|stalling]] during a {{Weather|hail}}storm.
====Sturdinja====
Refers to a {{p|Shedinja}} with the Ability {{a|Sturdy}}. Usually set up in [[Double Battle|Double]] or [[Triple Battle]]s by using Ability switching moves.


====Techniloom====
====Techniloom====
Refers to a {{p|Breloom}} set that includes the [[Ability]] {{a|Technician}} and one or more [[move]]s with base powers of 60 or less.
Refers to a {{p|Breloom}} set that includes the [[Ability]] {{a|Technician}} and one or more [[move]]s with base powers of 60 or less.
====Terracott====
Refers to {{p|Terrakion}} (with the Ability {{a|Justified}}) and {{p|Whimsicott}} (with the move {{m|Beat Up}}) as the leads in a [[Double Battle]]. Typically, Whimsicott uses Beat Up on Terrakion, activating Terrakion's Justified Ability six times and raising its {{stat|Attack}} stages. Common in [[Generation V]] and {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}} VGC (2011-2013, 2015).


====TyraniBoah====
====TyraniBoah====
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