I like this thing's typing, very unique.
[SET]
name: Dual Screens
move 1: Spirit Break
move 2: Reflect
move 3: Light Screen
move 4: Taunt
item: Light Clay
ability: Prankster
nature: Adamant
evs: 92 HP / 252 Atk / 164 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
Grimmsnarl is an interesting Pokemon, possessing a unique movepool and typing alongside its ability Prankster. With Grimmsnarl's access to priority thanks to its ability, it can quickly set up dual screens to support its team while disrupting setup and entry hazards via Taunt. Taunt also becomes very beneficial in preventing Defog from Rotom-W and status conditions from moves such as Will-O-Wisp and Toxic, letting it pressure most Defog users and defensive Pokemon. Spirit Break serves as a good reliable STAB move that also lowers Special Attack, which is a useful tool against the likes of Dragapult and Hatterene. The EV spread alongside an Adamant nature allows Grimmsnarl to maximize its chances of 2HKOing Mandibuzz with Spirit Break while having just enough Speed to outspeed it. Its decent natural bulk allows it to set up both screens effectively despite the lack of investment beyond its HP.
Grimmsnarl is a team supporter with this set, as such, its best teammates are those that appreciate its support from dual screens and Taunt. Hawlucha and Gyarados are formidable setup sweepers that benefit from dual screens support and can clean a team quite well after setting up. Bisharp is a usable teammate that can take advantage of Defog via Defiant if the opponent attempts to Defog screens away.
[SET]
name: Bulk Up
move 1: Darkest Lariat
move 2: Spirit Break
move 3: Bulk Up
move 4: Substitute
item: Leftovers
ability: Prankster
nature: Careful
evs: 252 HP / 120 Atk / 136 SpD
in-battle alt: Gmax
[SET COMMENTS]
With this set, Grimmsnarl can function as a bulky setup sweeper while simultaneously doubling as a solid check to Pokemon such as Dragapult and Hydreigon. With Prankster providing priority, it can quickly set up a Substitute and proceed to boost its power and physical bulk with Bulk Up. Grimmsnarl sets up best on slower, more passive walls such as Toxapex and Jellicent, and it can use its increased bulk to take a hit from a faster offensive Pokemon such as Barraskewda or Cinderace and retaliate hard in return. Darkest Lariat and Spirit Break both function as decently strong, reliable STAB moves that provide great coverage together. Darkest Lariat also gives Grimmsnarl an edge over opposing setup sweepers, namely Bulk Up Corviknight. The EV spread alongside a Careful nature gives Grimmsnarl enough bulk to survive a +2 Hydreigon's Flash Cannon. The Gigantamax forme of Grimmsnarl is preferred with this set, as G-Max Snooze can become incredibly annoying for the opponent with its ability to induce sleep, especially when boosted. The remaining EVs are invested into Attack, as it allows Grimmsnarl to OHKO Gyarados at +1 with G-Max Snooze.
Grimmsnarl does a great job at handling Mandibuzz, Reuniclus, and Dragapult, and thus teammates such as Kommo-o, Hawlucha, and Aegislash appreciate this. Aegislash is also very useful in that it can deal with Hatterene and Clefable, both threats to this Grimmsnarl set. Powerful wallbreakers such as Dracovish and Galarian Darmanitan can wear down and pressure walls such as Toxapex and Hippowdon, which can otherwise endure Grimmsnarl's attacks very well. Entry hazard support from the likes of Ferrothorn and Hippowdon is also useful to wear down teams well enough for Grimmsnarl to sweep. Finally, fast revenge killers such as Gengar, Barraskewda, and the aforementioned Dragapult help Grimmsnarl against faster teams: Dragapult can also bring Grimmsnarl in via a fast U-turn.
[CREDITS]
Written by: [[ScraftyIsTheBest, 157610]]
Quality checked by: [[Mannat, 144451][Jordy, 395754]
Grammar checked by: [[Rabia, 336073]]
[SET]
name: Dual Screens
move 1: Spirit Break
move 2: Reflect
move 3: Light Screen
move 4: Taunt
item: Light Clay
ability: Prankster
nature: Adamant
evs: 92 HP / 252 Atk / 164 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
Grimmsnarl is an interesting Pokemon, possessing a unique movepool and typing alongside its ability Prankster. With Grimmsnarl's access to priority thanks to its ability, it can quickly set up dual screens to support its team while disrupting setup and entry hazards via Taunt. Taunt also becomes very beneficial in preventing Defog from Rotom-W and status conditions from moves such as Will-O-Wisp and Toxic, letting it pressure most Defog users and defensive Pokemon. Spirit Break serves as a good reliable STAB move that also lowers Special Attack, which is a useful tool against the likes of Dragapult and Hatterene. The EV spread alongside an Adamant nature allows Grimmsnarl to maximize its chances of 2HKOing Mandibuzz with Spirit Break while having just enough Speed to outspeed it. Its decent natural bulk allows it to set up both screens effectively despite the lack of investment beyond its HP.
Grimmsnarl is a team supporter with this set, as such, its best teammates are those that appreciate its support from dual screens and Taunt. Hawlucha and Gyarados are formidable setup sweepers that benefit from dual screens support and can clean a team quite well after setting up. Bisharp is a usable teammate that can take advantage of Defog via Defiant if the opponent attempts to Defog screens away.
[SET]
name: Bulk Up
move 1: Darkest Lariat
move 2: Spirit Break
move 3: Bulk Up
move 4: Substitute
item: Leftovers
ability: Prankster
nature: Careful
evs: 252 HP / 120 Atk / 136 SpD
in-battle alt: Gmax
[SET COMMENTS]
With this set, Grimmsnarl can function as a bulky setup sweeper while simultaneously doubling as a solid check to Pokemon such as Dragapult and Hydreigon. With Prankster providing priority, it can quickly set up a Substitute and proceed to boost its power and physical bulk with Bulk Up. Grimmsnarl sets up best on slower, more passive walls such as Toxapex and Jellicent, and it can use its increased bulk to take a hit from a faster offensive Pokemon such as Barraskewda or Cinderace and retaliate hard in return. Darkest Lariat and Spirit Break both function as decently strong, reliable STAB moves that provide great coverage together. Darkest Lariat also gives Grimmsnarl an edge over opposing setup sweepers, namely Bulk Up Corviknight. The EV spread alongside a Careful nature gives Grimmsnarl enough bulk to survive a +2 Hydreigon's Flash Cannon. The Gigantamax forme of Grimmsnarl is preferred with this set, as G-Max Snooze can become incredibly annoying for the opponent with its ability to induce sleep, especially when boosted. The remaining EVs are invested into Attack, as it allows Grimmsnarl to OHKO Gyarados at +1 with G-Max Snooze.
Grimmsnarl does a great job at handling Mandibuzz, Reuniclus, and Dragapult, and thus teammates such as Kommo-o, Hawlucha, and Aegislash appreciate this. Aegislash is also very useful in that it can deal with Hatterene and Clefable, both threats to this Grimmsnarl set. Powerful wallbreakers such as Dracovish and Galarian Darmanitan can wear down and pressure walls such as Toxapex and Hippowdon, which can otherwise endure Grimmsnarl's attacks very well. Entry hazard support from the likes of Ferrothorn and Hippowdon is also useful to wear down teams well enough for Grimmsnarl to sweep. Finally, fast revenge killers such as Gengar, Barraskewda, and the aforementioned Dragapult help Grimmsnarl against faster teams: Dragapult can also bring Grimmsnarl in via a fast U-turn.
[CREDITS]
Written by: [[ScraftyIsTheBest, 157610]]
Quality checked by: [[Mannat, 144451][Jordy, 395754]
Grammar checked by: [[Rabia, 336073]]
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