Hey guys! Listen, I'm making a paralysis team for OU, something I have rarely seen. After much procrastination, I have an idea on how to do it. But before I go at it, I need to get other people's opinions. The people at smogon ignored this and I'm sad. I would like to constructive criticism, so please help out.
To those who noticed that there are no Gen V pokemon: I may as well see what I can use for now. I don't want to use Gen V until I know for sure what I can do with my current options.
Also, can someone help me on synergy for this team? Asking too much?
The Team:
The Supportive Swordsman
Gallade@wide lens
Trait: steadfast
EVs: 252 hp/152 atk/104 spe
Nature: Adamant
-Thunder wave
-Will-o-wisp
-Night Slash
-Close Combat
One of the main paralyzers on my team. The EV's attempt to give a chance of survival against some of the special attacks while inflicting paralysis. The speed IV's outspeed some threats like adamant breloom, tyranitar, and I believe in some cases, Cresselia. The Will-o-wisp is a back up plan in case there are resistors against paralysis. Wide lens is for accuracy, but since there is only one move that needs the accuracy boost, I'm thinking of replacing the item.
The Lumpy Magnet
Magnezone@Leftovers
Trait: Magnet Pull
EVs: 172 HP/252 SpA/84 spe
Nature: Naive
-Thunderbolt
-hidden Power grass
-substitute
-Thunder Wave
Paralyzer #2 is just a bunch of magnets lumped together known as magnezone. I just found out on smogon that this is a killer of steel types, if anything. That could explain a few things when I was against my friends. The main purpose was to take some physical attacks without too much danger as it inflicts paralysis. Hold on, lemme guess. Fighting moves can put it out of its misery. Unfortunately, that is true. Substitute, I hope, can sponge the hits. I'm considering replacing him with a different pokemon. Maybe a faster waver.
Big Bird on Roids
Zapdos@Leftovers
Trait: Pressure
EVs: 248 atk/224 spD/36 Spe
Nature: Calm
-Thunder wave
-Thunderbolt
-Roost
-Hidden Power Ice
Another damage sponging paralyzer, which is why I wonder about Magnezone and replacing him with someone faster. This bird has capabilities of resisting special attacks and a fair amount physical attacks, especially the likes of EQ. The problem with this bird is the tried and true stone edge. Its bulk provides good use against special attacks, though.
Jack of All Attacks, Master of None........Zappy
Electivire@expert belt
Trait: Motor Drive
EVs: 36 Atk/252 SpA/220 Spe
Nature: Mild
-thunderbolt
-hidden Power Ice
-Cross Chop
-Flamethrower
With an outstanding move pool and this kind of distributions, Electivire does work out as a mix attacker. Functionality of moves: coverage, coverage, and more importantly, coverage. With the expert belt, super effectiveness increases :D!
Groudon's green headed cousin
Torterra@Leftovers
Trait: Overgrow
EVs: 136 HP/252 Atk/120 Spe
Nature: Adamant
-swords dance
-wood hammer
-Earthquake
-Stone Edge
When one thinks of continent pokemon, one thinks Groudon. Thanks to Gen IV, Groudon has a relative. Sadly, its not as uber as him, but hey. I think Torterra is underestimated at times. By Placing him on this kind of team, Torterra can be a monster, what with his defensive skills and all. With swords dance, he can exploit his defense to make his offense grow. I am seriously considering replacing Torterra with a better pokemon. Any suggestions?
Pidgeot's insane brother
Staraptor@Choice Scarf
Trait: Intimidate
EVs: 60 hp/252 atk/196 spe
Nature: Adamant
-Brave Bird
-Close Combat
-Double Edge
-Pursuit
The Predator pokemon comes in hopes of killing with extra speed. This also takes care of some of the threats who don't mind paralysis, such as Machamp, Umbreon, and Heracross. This also takes care of physical walls like Blissey.
Some threats that should take notice (including at a glance and in depth):
Swampert: Ah yes, the tried and true Swampert. Swampert can take out my entire team, what with its move pool, typing, distribution of stats, etc. My only counter against it is my Magnezone, what with hidden power grass. But the problem is, of course, who is faster? I can consider Dusknoir in here or, rather, another swampert :o
The Gutsy Pokemon:The pokemon I refer to here, in case of the OU tier, are Heracross and Machamp. To those who don't know who I mean, Guts is an ability that increase attack power of those who are status'd. Countered by my Staraptor, with its high speed and all.
Rock Types, Fire types, and Ground types: Many can see that there is a typing weakness. Rock and Ground, despite being resisted by Torterra, cripples 2 out of my 3 paralyzers. Torterra is taken down by fire types as well as my Magnezone. After that, the rest are easy pickins. All the more reason to add a swampert here. Fire beats my Torterra and Magnezone, Rock beats my Staraptor and Zapdos, and Ground beats my Magnezone, Electivire. It seems that the only one safe is Gallade.
Sychronizers: Despite the fact that Umbreon has been moved to UU, there is a good possibility that the dark pokemon can make a come back on some OU teams. His synchronize ability makes my paralyzing team paralyzing victims instead.
After much more research, and advice from awesome people I know, I have found good enough replacements for a few of the pokemon. I just didn't want to use some of the OU pokemon mainly because I wanted to A) add the element of randomness and unpredictability and B) I feel as though I shouldn't use some of the metagame's big threats.
For Gallade, I have found.........
My little pink floaty that's cute its manly
Mesprit @ Leftovers
Levitate
EV's: 252 hp/92 spA/164 spe (honestly, I think it should be 252 hp/52 spA/204 spe)
Nature: Timid
-Thunder Wave
-Stealth Rock
-Psychic
-Ice Beam
From what I hear, this adds a good element of unpredictability. This set, mainly supportive, will help deal with many pokemon while still able to deal some considerable damage at least.
For Magnezone or Zapdos, I have this guy
Dubbed SumoBoy
Hariyama@Leftovers
Thick Fat
EV's: 80 HP / 176 Atk / 252 Def
Nature: Impish
-Force Palm
-whirlwind
-Ice Punch
-Payback
An alternative to the overuse of Thunder Wave, I can use this hunk of terror to deal some good damage and deal with those pesky fire and ice types. Plus, don't you wanna give a hug to this guy? He's got the hands and arms
For another, I say Boom
Dubbed Fatman. The super fat superhero who knows how to take a nap on crime!
Snorlax @ Leftovers
Thick Fat
EV's: 168 HP / 120 Def / 220 SpD
Nature: Careful
-Curse
-Body Slam
-Rest
-Earthquake
Yet another alternative to Thunder Wave and another potential paralyzers and weakness fodder. He may replace Torterra (my Torterra!!!!! D: I like him).
Alrighty, constructive criticism please! :D?
To those who noticed that there are no Gen V pokemon: I may as well see what I can use for now. I don't want to use Gen V until I know for sure what I can do with my current options.
Also, can someone help me on synergy for this team? Asking too much?
The Team:
The Supportive Swordsman
Gallade@wide lens
Trait: steadfast
EVs: 252 hp/152 atk/104 spe
Nature: Adamant
-Thunder wave
-Will-o-wisp
-Night Slash
-Close Combat
One of the main paralyzers on my team. The EV's attempt to give a chance of survival against some of the special attacks while inflicting paralysis. The speed IV's outspeed some threats like adamant breloom, tyranitar, and I believe in some cases, Cresselia. The Will-o-wisp is a back up plan in case there are resistors against paralysis. Wide lens is for accuracy, but since there is only one move that needs the accuracy boost, I'm thinking of replacing the item.
The Lumpy Magnet
Magnezone@Leftovers
Trait: Magnet Pull
EVs: 172 HP/252 SpA/84 spe
Nature: Naive
-Thunderbolt
-hidden Power grass
-substitute
-Thunder Wave
Paralyzer #2 is just a bunch of magnets lumped together known as magnezone. I just found out on smogon that this is a killer of steel types, if anything. That could explain a few things when I was against my friends. The main purpose was to take some physical attacks without too much danger as it inflicts paralysis. Hold on, lemme guess. Fighting moves can put it out of its misery. Unfortunately, that is true. Substitute, I hope, can sponge the hits. I'm considering replacing him with a different pokemon. Maybe a faster waver.
Big Bird on Roids
Zapdos@Leftovers
Trait: Pressure
EVs: 248 atk/224 spD/36 Spe
Nature: Calm
-Thunder wave
-Thunderbolt
-Roost
-Hidden Power Ice
Another damage sponging paralyzer, which is why I wonder about Magnezone and replacing him with someone faster. This bird has capabilities of resisting special attacks and a fair amount physical attacks, especially the likes of EQ. The problem with this bird is the tried and true stone edge. Its bulk provides good use against special attacks, though.
Jack of All Attacks, Master of None........Zappy
Electivire@expert belt
Trait: Motor Drive
EVs: 36 Atk/252 SpA/220 Spe
Nature: Mild
-thunderbolt
-hidden Power Ice
-Cross Chop
-Flamethrower
With an outstanding move pool and this kind of distributions, Electivire does work out as a mix attacker. Functionality of moves: coverage, coverage, and more importantly, coverage. With the expert belt, super effectiveness increases :D!
Groudon's green headed cousin
Torterra@Leftovers
Trait: Overgrow
EVs: 136 HP/252 Atk/120 Spe
Nature: Adamant
-swords dance
-wood hammer
-Earthquake
-Stone Edge
When one thinks of continent pokemon, one thinks Groudon. Thanks to Gen IV, Groudon has a relative. Sadly, its not as uber as him, but hey. I think Torterra is underestimated at times. By Placing him on this kind of team, Torterra can be a monster, what with his defensive skills and all. With swords dance, he can exploit his defense to make his offense grow. I am seriously considering replacing Torterra with a better pokemon. Any suggestions?
Pidgeot's insane brother
Staraptor@Choice Scarf
Trait: Intimidate
EVs: 60 hp/252 atk/196 spe
Nature: Adamant
-Brave Bird
-Close Combat
-Double Edge
-Pursuit
The Predator pokemon comes in hopes of killing with extra speed. This also takes care of some of the threats who don't mind paralysis, such as Machamp, Umbreon, and Heracross. This also takes care of physical walls like Blissey.
Some threats that should take notice (including at a glance and in depth):
Swampert: Ah yes, the tried and true Swampert. Swampert can take out my entire team, what with its move pool, typing, distribution of stats, etc. My only counter against it is my Magnezone, what with hidden power grass. But the problem is, of course, who is faster? I can consider Dusknoir in here or, rather, another swampert :o
The Gutsy Pokemon:The pokemon I refer to here, in case of the OU tier, are Heracross and Machamp. To those who don't know who I mean, Guts is an ability that increase attack power of those who are status'd. Countered by my Staraptor, with its high speed and all.
Rock Types, Fire types, and Ground types: Many can see that there is a typing weakness. Rock and Ground, despite being resisted by Torterra, cripples 2 out of my 3 paralyzers. Torterra is taken down by fire types as well as my Magnezone. After that, the rest are easy pickins. All the more reason to add a swampert here. Fire beats my Torterra and Magnezone, Rock beats my Staraptor and Zapdos, and Ground beats my Magnezone, Electivire. It seems that the only one safe is Gallade.
Sychronizers: Despite the fact that Umbreon has been moved to UU, there is a good possibility that the dark pokemon can make a come back on some OU teams. His synchronize ability makes my paralyzing team paralyzing victims instead.
After much more research, and advice from awesome people I know, I have found good enough replacements for a few of the pokemon. I just didn't want to use some of the OU pokemon mainly because I wanted to A) add the element of randomness and unpredictability and B) I feel as though I shouldn't use some of the metagame's big threats.
For Gallade, I have found.........
My little pink floaty that's cute its manly
Mesprit @ Leftovers
Levitate
EV's: 252 hp/92 spA/164 spe (honestly, I think it should be 252 hp/52 spA/204 spe)
Nature: Timid
-Thunder Wave
-Stealth Rock
-Psychic
-Ice Beam
From what I hear, this adds a good element of unpredictability. This set, mainly supportive, will help deal with many pokemon while still able to deal some considerable damage at least.
For Magnezone or Zapdos, I have this guy
Dubbed SumoBoy
Hariyama@Leftovers
Thick Fat
EV's: 80 HP / 176 Atk / 252 Def
Nature: Impish
-Force Palm
-whirlwind
-Ice Punch
-Payback
An alternative to the overuse of Thunder Wave, I can use this hunk of terror to deal some good damage and deal with those pesky fire and ice types. Plus, don't you wanna give a hug to this guy? He's got the hands and arms
For another, I say Boom
Dubbed Fatman. The super fat superhero who knows how to take a nap on crime!
Snorlax @ Leftovers
Thick Fat
EV's: 168 HP / 120 Def / 220 SpD
Nature: Careful
-Curse
-Body Slam
-Rest
-Earthquake
Yet another alternative to Thunder Wave and another potential paralyzers and weakness fodder. He may replace Torterra (my Torterra!!!!! D: I like him).
Alrighty, constructive criticism please! :D?
