Summary: The following set is a Bibarel designed to sweep foes after it receives Attack and Speed boosts, which are automatically doubled, thanks to its fantastic ability, Simple.
Status : Ready I'd say :) - team options in red
http://www.smogon.com/dp/pokemon/bibarel
[SET]
name: Baton Pass Recipient
move 1: Waterfall
move 2: Return
move 3: Quick Attack
move 4: Superpower / Taunt
item: Life Orb / Leftovers
ability: Simple
nature: Adamant
evs: 252 Atk / 252 Hp / 4 Def
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>Although it has been cursed with a dull movepool and depressing base stats, Bibarel possesses an amazing ability, Simple. Combine this with its excellent dual-STAB moves that are only resisted by Empoleon and Shedinja, and Bibarel makes an impressive Baton Pass Receiver.</p>
<p>This set is concentrated in the Underused Tier. In preparation for a Bibarel sweep, we must comprehend two important things. Firstly, Simple doubles the effect of stat boosts, and the effect remains when Bibarel receives boosts from Baton Passes. Secondly, in reverse, Simple also doubles stat drops that Bibarel receives. In order to remedy this, one could prevent its Attack from dropping by using a Baton Passer with the ability Hyper Cutter, most notably of which is Gligar.</p>
<p>The subsequent calculations assume that Bibarel is equipped with a Life Orb and is passed at least one Swords Dance (this converts to +4 in the case of Bibarel). With Return, Bibarel tears through walls like Max HP / Def Bold Blastoise, Max HP / Def Impish Drapion, 252 HP / 224 Def Impish Miltank, 212 Hp / 252 Def Bold Slowbro, Max HP / Def Bold Weezing, and Max HP / Def Bold Uxie, OHKOing them all with Stealth Rock damage. Waterfall takes care of Steels and Rocks, OHKOing 252 HP Impish Steelix, Donphan, Claydol, Regirock, Spiritomb, Bastiodon, Golem, and more. Quick Attack is an option in a case when you are unable to pass any Speed at all. Taunt is used in the last moveslot in order to stop the likes of Steelix and Donphan from phazing Bibarel out.</p>
<p>The idea is to pair Bibarel with a Pokemon that can not only Baton Pass a Speed boost, but also a Swords Dance. The previously mentioned Gligar is a necessity. You are welcome to try out other Baton Passers, including Blaziken or Leafeon - you might even try constructing a simple Baton Pass chain consisting of a Sleep Powder Agility Venomoth who Baton Passes to Gligar, who Swords Dances and Baton Passes - to deliver the final boosts to Bibarel. Bibarel, however, is not the "bulkiest bulb" around, and Dual Screen and constant Wish support will make its entrance easier. It is recommended that you make full use of Gligar, but other good supporters include the Underused Eeveelutions. They can not only Baton Pass Wish, but also Swords Dance, Dual Screens, and Mean Look, depending on which one you use. If you decide to use Leftovers instead of Life Orb, you might consider enhancing your Baton Pass chain to even pass Defensive boosts like Amnesia and Barrier from Pokemon like Gorebyss.</p>
<p>The EV Spread is straightforward: 252 Attack EVs paired with an Adamant nature maximizes Bibarel's offensive prowess. HP is also maximized in order to be able to get Bibarel in safely. No Speed EVs are necessary because after an Agility boost, Bibarel has an astounding 534 Speed, which is faster than almost everything. Leftovers may be a consideration, but it prevents Bibarel from scoring the OHKOs it otherwise can acquire.</p>
<p>While slightly less effective in OU because of the presence of bulky walls like Dusknoir, never be discouraged to do so! Assuming that you are able to Baton Pass +2 Attack (+4 for Bibarel), Return OHKOs Celebi, can OHKO Cresselia, and OHKOs standard Physically Defensive Zapdos, Standard Vaporeon, Max Hp / Def Swampert, and does 98% minimum to Max Def / Hp Bold Suicune, all with Stealth Rock damage. Waterfall OHKOs any Hippowdon, Gliscor, Standard Sassy Bronzong, and any Scizor. On the bulkiest walls, Waterfall is a 2HKO - paired with Taunt, Dusknoir will be unable to burn you, and Skarmory will be unable to phaze you. You can then score 2HKOs on these Pokemon, in addition to Forretress. You may also opt to invest 12 Speed EVs to outrun everything to Scarf Starmie. Excellent Baton Passing partners include Swords Dance / Rock Polish Gliscor and Dragon Dance / Spore Smeargle.</p>
Status : Ready I'd say :) - team options in red
http://www.smogon.com/dp/pokemon/bibarel
[SET]
name: Baton Pass Recipient
move 1: Waterfall
move 2: Return
move 3: Quick Attack
move 4: Superpower / Taunt
item: Life Orb / Leftovers
ability: Simple
nature: Adamant
evs: 252 Atk / 252 Hp / 4 Def
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>Although it has been cursed with a dull movepool and depressing base stats, Bibarel possesses an amazing ability, Simple. Combine this with its excellent dual-STAB moves that are only resisted by Empoleon and Shedinja, and Bibarel makes an impressive Baton Pass Receiver.</p>
<p>This set is concentrated in the Underused Tier. In preparation for a Bibarel sweep, we must comprehend two important things. Firstly, Simple doubles the effect of stat boosts, and the effect remains when Bibarel receives boosts from Baton Passes. Secondly, in reverse, Simple also doubles stat drops that Bibarel receives. In order to remedy this, one could prevent its Attack from dropping by using a Baton Passer with the ability Hyper Cutter, most notably of which is Gligar.</p>
<p>The subsequent calculations assume that Bibarel is equipped with a Life Orb and is passed at least one Swords Dance (this converts to +4 in the case of Bibarel). With Return, Bibarel tears through walls like Max HP / Def Bold Blastoise, Max HP / Def Impish Drapion, 252 HP / 224 Def Impish Miltank, 212 Hp / 252 Def Bold Slowbro, Max HP / Def Bold Weezing, and Max HP / Def Bold Uxie, OHKOing them all with Stealth Rock damage. Waterfall takes care of Steels and Rocks, OHKOing 252 HP Impish Steelix, Donphan, Claydol, Regirock, Spiritomb, Bastiodon, Golem, and more. Quick Attack is an option in a case when you are unable to pass any Speed at all. Taunt is used in the last moveslot in order to stop the likes of Steelix and Donphan from phazing Bibarel out.</p>
<p>The idea is to pair Bibarel with a Pokemon that can not only Baton Pass a Speed boost, but also a Swords Dance. The previously mentioned Gligar is a necessity. You are welcome to try out other Baton Passers, including Blaziken or Leafeon - you might even try constructing a simple Baton Pass chain consisting of a Sleep Powder Agility Venomoth who Baton Passes to Gligar, who Swords Dances and Baton Passes - to deliver the final boosts to Bibarel. Bibarel, however, is not the "bulkiest bulb" around, and Dual Screen and constant Wish support will make its entrance easier. It is recommended that you make full use of Gligar, but other good supporters include the Underused Eeveelutions. They can not only Baton Pass Wish, but also Swords Dance, Dual Screens, and Mean Look, depending on which one you use. If you decide to use Leftovers instead of Life Orb, you might consider enhancing your Baton Pass chain to even pass Defensive boosts like Amnesia and Barrier from Pokemon like Gorebyss.</p>
<p>The EV Spread is straightforward: 252 Attack EVs paired with an Adamant nature maximizes Bibarel's offensive prowess. HP is also maximized in order to be able to get Bibarel in safely. No Speed EVs are necessary because after an Agility boost, Bibarel has an astounding 534 Speed, which is faster than almost everything. Leftovers may be a consideration, but it prevents Bibarel from scoring the OHKOs it otherwise can acquire.</p>
<p>While slightly less effective in OU because of the presence of bulky walls like Dusknoir, never be discouraged to do so! Assuming that you are able to Baton Pass +2 Attack (+4 for Bibarel), Return OHKOs Celebi, can OHKO Cresselia, and OHKOs standard Physically Defensive Zapdos, Standard Vaporeon, Max Hp / Def Swampert, and does 98% minimum to Max Def / Hp Bold Suicune, all with Stealth Rock damage. Waterfall OHKOs any Hippowdon, Gliscor, Standard Sassy Bronzong, and any Scizor. On the bulkiest walls, Waterfall is a 2HKO - paired with Taunt, Dusknoir will be unable to burn you, and Skarmory will be unable to phaze you. You can then score 2HKOs on these Pokemon, in addition to Forretress. You may also opt to invest 12 Speed EVs to outrun everything to Scarf Starmie. Excellent Baton Passing partners include Swords Dance / Rock Polish Gliscor and Dragon Dance / Spore Smeargle.</p>
Code:
Rules: Ladder Match, Sleep Clause, Freeze Clause, OHKO Clause, Evasion Clause, Species Clause, Strict Damage Clause, Soul Dew Clause
rano30 sent out Yanmega (lvl 100 Yanmega ?).
BeaverTest sent out Smeargle (lvl 100 Smeargle ?).
SM-test has entered the room.
Yanmega used Protect.
Yanmega protected itself!
Smeargle used Substitute.
Smeargle lost 25% of its health.
Smeargle made a substitute!
Yanmega's Speed Boost raised its speed!
---
Yanmega used Bug Buzz.
A critical hit!
The substitute took damage for Smeargle!
Smeargle's substitute faded!
Smeargle used Spore.
Yanmega fell asleep!
Yanmega's Speed Boost raised its speed!
---
Yanmega is fast asleep!
Smeargle used Substitute.
Smeargle lost 25% of its health.
Smeargle made a substitute!
Yanmega's Speed Boost raised its speed!
---
Yanmega is fast asleep!
Smeargle used Dragon Dance.
Smeargle's attack was raised.
Smeargle's speed was raised.
Yanmega's Speed Boost raised its speed!
---
Yanmega is fast asleep!
Smeargle used Dragon Dance.
Smeargle's attack was raised.
Smeargle's speed was raised.
Yanmega's Speed Boost raised its speed!
---
Yanmega woke up!
Yanmega used Bug Buzz.
A critical hit!
The substitute took damage for Smeargle!
Smeargle's substitute faded!
Smeargle used Spore.
Yanmega fell asleep!
Yanmega's Speed Boost raised its speed!
---
Yanmega is fast asleep!
Smeargle used Substitute.
Smeargle lost 25% of its health.
Smeargle made a substitute!
Yanmega's speed won't go higher!
---
Yanmega is fast asleep!
Smeargle used Dragon Dance.
Smeargle's attack was raised.
Smeargle's speed was raised.
Yanmega's speed won't go higher!
---
Yanmega is fast asleep!
Smeargle used Baton Pass.
BeaverTest switched in Bibarel (lvl 100 Bibarel ?).
Yanmega's speed won't go higher!
---
Yanmega is fast asleep!
Bibarel used Return.
Yanmega lost 100% of its health.
rano30's Yanmega fainted.
Bibarel lost 10% of its health.
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rano30 switched in Skarmory (lvl 100 Skarmory ?).
Bibarel used Waterfall.
Skarmory lost 100% of its health.
rano30's Skarmory fainted.
Bibarel lost 10% of its health.
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rano30 switched in Azelf (lvl 100 Azelf).
Bibarel used Waterfall.
Azelf lost 100% of its health.
rano30's Azelf fainted.
Bibarel lost 10% of its health.
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rano30 switched in Starmie (lvl 100 Starmie).
Bibarel used Return.
Starmie lost 100% of its health.
rano30's Starmie fainted.
Bibarel lost 10% of its health.
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rano30 switched in Blissey (lvl 100 Blissey ?).
Bibarel used Return.
Blissey lost 100% of its health.
rano30's Blissey fainted.
Bibarel lost 10% of its health.
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rano30 switched in Scizor (lvl 100 Scizor ?).
Scizor used Bullet Punch.
It's not very effective...
The substitute took damage for Bibarel!
Bibarel's substitute faded!
Bibarel used Waterfall.
Scizor lost 100% of its health.
rano30's Scizor fainted.
BeaverTest wins!