
QC: Hayburner
GP: The Dutch Plumberjack
MelmetalAbility: Iron Fist
Level: 50
Adamant Nature
- Double Iron Bash
- Earthquake
- Thunder Punch
- Ice Punch
One of the two newly introduced in Pokemon Let's Go, Melmetal has made a name for itself as one of the tier's most popular threats. A rare Steel typing and impressive bulk and offense aid it in checking some of the most prominent threats such as Mega Beedrill, Mega Alakazam, Mega Aerodactyl, and Dragonite, despite its low Speed. This is why coverage moves such as Fire Blast and Earthquake can be seen on many offensive threats to dent Melmetal significantly. Double Iron Bash enables Melmetal to strike twice in one turn, effectively giving it a 120 BP Steel-type STAB move, with the added benefit of potentially causing a flinch. Although certain checks to Melmetal exist such as Poliwrath, Starmie, Zapdos, and Mega Gyarados, its access to other coverage options such as Thunder Punch, Ice Punch, and Superpower can help circumvent those answers. Melmetal can also run status options like Thunder Wave, which can help cripple and flinch foes with neutral base 80 Speed or below, and Rest, which can help sustain its health in tandem with Sparkly Swirl support from Eevee-S. With all these qualities, Melmetal is a Pokemon that fits on any team!
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