Appendix:Metagame terminology: Difference between revisions

Refers to a Pokémon set that is intended to prevent the opponent from progressing with their strategy, commonly through the use of [[status move]]s and [[status ailment]]s.

Refers to a Pokémon set that is intended to use the move {{m|Baton Pass}} in order to pass on positive [[stat]] changes and/or {{DL|Status ailment|volatile battle status}}es, which it may or may not have contributed to itself.

Refers to a Pokémon set that is intended to restore the {{stat|HP}} and/or cure the [[status ailment]]s of its allies, through the use of [[status move]]s like {{m|Wish}} and {{m|Aromatherapy}}.

Refers to a Pokémon set that is capable of inducing {{status|paralysis}} and causing {{DL|status ailment|flinch|flinching}}. Often combined with Serene Grace to increase the likelihood of flinching.

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.

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 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.