[OVERVIEW]
Mega Charizard X is one of the premier offensive threats in the metagame thanks to its access to two amazing boosting moves in Dragon Dance and Swords Dance, reliable recovery in Roost, solid Attack and Speed, Tough Claws ability, and an amazing STAB combination that enables it to threaten nearly everything in the tier. It is also blessed with a crucial coverage move in Earthquake, enabling it to threaten Pokemon that resist its STAB combination, such as Mega Diancie and Heatran. Its solid Speed stat lets it revenge kill Pokemon like Tapu Lele and Kyurem-B. After a Dragon Dance, Mega Charizard X is able to outpace most of the unboosted metagame, such as Greninja, Tapu Koko, and Mega Alakazam, and Choice Scarf users like Landorus-T and Tapu Lele, while Swords Dance turns it into one of the deadliest wallbreakers in the tier, letting it 2HKO Slowbro with +2 Dragon Claw and OHKO Landorus-T at +1 after Stealth Rock. However, it is held back by its 4x weakness to Stealth Rock before Mega Evolving and is susceptible to being worn down by Flare Blitz recoil and contact punishers like Garchomp, Ferrothorn, and Rocky Helmet users like Landorus-T. As a result, it requires entry hazards to be removed from its side of the field to truly flourish.
[SET]
name: Dragon Dance
move 1: Dragon Dance
move 2: Flare Blitz
move 3: Earthquake
move 4: Dragon Claw / Roost
item: Charizardite X
ability: Blaze
nature: Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
=========
Dragon Dance turns Mega Charizard X into a devastating wallbreaker and a late-game cleaner. Tough Claws-boosted Flare Blitz hits neutral targets like Gliscor and Landorus-T hard, and bowls over Grass- and Steel-types like Serperior, Ferrothorn, Skarmory, and Celesteela. Earthquake complements Flare Blitz and threatens Heatran, Mega Diancie, and Toxapex, and finishes off Mega Tyranitar after prior chip damage. Dragon Claw tears through fellow Dragon-types like Kyurem-B, Dragonite, Kommo-o, and opposing Mega Charizard X and hits Water-types like Rotom-W, Gastrodon, and Seismitoad hard. Finally, Roost allows Mega Charizard X to heal from the recoil damage taken from Flare Blitz at the cost of making it less potent against its fellow Dragon-types.
Set Details
========
The given Speed investment allows Mega Charizard X to Speed tie with Mega Medicham and opposing Mega Charizard formes. If Mega Charizard X’s teammates have these Pokemon accounted for, it can afford to drop its Speed EVs to 216 to outspeed Kyurem-B and Tapu Lele.
Usage Tips
========
Mega Charizard X fills the role of a wallbreaker and late-game cleaner. Depending on the matchup, determine whether Mega Charizard X should be saved to sweep or sacrificially wallbreak for its teammates to clean up later in the game, and act accordingly. If Mega Charizard X's goal isn't to sweep, it can soften checks like Landorus-T and Tapu Fini by attacking immediately for its teammates to clean up. It is very important that entry hazards are removed from the battlefield, as this will prevent Mega Charizard X from setting up. The best methods of bringing Charizard in are aggressive switches, pivot support from Volt Switch and U-turn, and after a teammate has fainted. Mega Charizard X often finds setup opportunities against Grass- and Steel-types like Ferrothorn, Kartana, and Mega Scizor, and passive Pokemon like non-Thunder Wave Clefable, as its typing and good bulk let it switch in against them and nab a free boost. Charizard can also delay Mega Evolving to set up on Ground-type Pokemon, such as Gliscor and certain variants of Landorus-T. After it Mega Evolves, it will gain a crucial Electric resistance and neutrality to Water-type moves at the cost of being vulnerable to Ground-type moves. Mega Charizard X must avoid setting up if priority users like Ash-Greninja and bulky Water-types like Slowbro and Gastrodon are still active and wait until they are removed or weakened before attempting to set up. Mega Charizard X must avoid paralysis at all costs, as it will ruin its chance to wallbreak or sweep, so it is a good idea to scout for Pokemon that can potentially spread paralysis like Clefable and Ferrothorn. If Mega Charizard X has Roost, it can more easily set up against passive Pokemon like non-Thunder Wave Clefable and Rotom-W and non-Toxic Toxapex, and takes advantage of forced switches from Pokemon like Mega Scizor to use the opportunity to heal itself if its HP runs low. Mega Charizard X must also be wary of Pokemon that can inflict chip damage or have abilities that can afflict it with paralysis, such as Garchomp and Rocky Helmet users like Zapdos, as it will be easier to deal with, especially since Mega Charizard X has to rely on its contact moves to deal with them.
Team Options
========
Dragon Dance Mega Charizard X fits like a glove on offense and hyper offense teams, which value its role as a physical Fire-type sweeper and its ability to threaten common balance teams. Entry hazard removal is a top priority, so it appreciates pairing with a Defogger like Tapu Fini and Serperior. Tapu Fini checks Ash-Greninja, pressures bulkier teams with Taunt + Nature’s Madness, and summons Misty Terrrain, allowing Mega Charizard X to safely set up without being bothered by attempted status ailments from the likes of Toxapex and Clefable. Serperior takes on bulky Water- and Ground-types like Slowbro, Gastrodon, Seismitoad, and defensive Landorus-T and provides paralysis support from Glare, crippling faster targets like Mega Alakazam and on hyper offense teams, can use Taunt to stop entry hazards from being set up, paving the way for Mega Charizard X to clean up later in the game. Ash-Greninja greatly appreciates Mega Charizard X removing Grass-types like Tapu Bulu and Ferrothorn, and they can overwhelm shared checks like Tapu Fini with repeated attacks, especially with Spikes support. Other Grass-types like Kartana and Tapu Bulu are also solid partners; Choice Scarf Kartana provides a solid cleaning option that greatly benefits from Mega Charizard X threatening Zapdos and Steel-types like Skarmory, Celesteela, and Mega Scizor, while Swords Dance and Choice Band variants put heavy pressure on Slowbro and Landorus-T. Tapu Bulu handles Ash-Greninja and summons Grassy Terrain, providing Mega Charizard X with extra longevity, complementing Roost, and decreasing the damage it takes from Earthquake after Mega Evolving. On hyper offense teams, a dedicated lead such as Taunt Mew, Excadrill, and Imprison Landorus-T is greatly beneficial, as it can prevent entry hazards from being set up while setting up its own. Fellow Dragon Dance sweepers like Gyarados and Dragonite complement Mega Charizard X very well, as they can overwhelm shared checks like Toxapex and Zapdos for the other to clean up later in the game. Magearna provides a solid answer to the likes of Ash-Greninja, Mega Alakazam, and Slowbro, and in return, Mega Charizard X removes Magearna checks like Chansey and Mega Scizor. Mega Charizard X also enjoys partnering with Volcarona, combining their firepower to break holes through bulkier teams and allowing the other to clean up late-game. Additionally, Volcarona can eliminate weakened Rocky Helmet users like Zapdos and Landorus-T, easing the burden for Mega Charizard X so that it doesn’t have to worry about additional chip damage and the risk of paralysis from Zapdos's Static ability. Kommonium Z Kommo-o is another solid teammate, as it greatly appreciates the removal of Fairy-types like Clefable and Tapu Lele to clean up later in the game. Cresselia provides a safe switch-in against Ground-type attacks aimed at Mega Charizard X, provides crucial support with Thunder Wave to cripple the likes of Mega Alakazam and Lunar Dance to restore Mega Charizard X back in top condition and grant another chance to sweep. Tapu Lele softens opposing teams for Mega Charizard X to clean up late-game, greatly benefits from the removal of Steel-types, and denies priority moves, such as Fake Out from Mega Medicham and Mega Lopunny.
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[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Fire Punch is an option over Flare Blitz due to the lack of recoil damage; Flame Charge is an option on Swords Dance variants that can be used to boost its Speed after setting up. However, the lack of power is very noticeable, as these moves don't OHKO Gliscor after Stealth Rock. Substitute eases prediction and protects Mega Charizard X from status attempts such as Toxic from Toxapex and Thunder Wave from Clefable, granting it a free opportunity to set up. However, this forces Mega Charizard X to give up either Roost or Dragon Claw, which reduces its longevity or potency. Outrage can be used over Dragon Claw to 2HKO the likes of Quagsire and Pyukumuku. However, locking itself into Outrage leaves Mega Charizard X vulnerable to being revenge killed by Fairy-types like Tapu Lele, while Toxapex has a free opportunity to cripple it with poison. Mega Charizard X can also run other coverage options like Thunder Punch to hit Pelipper and Gyarados, and Brick Break to more easily threaten Mega Tyranitar, and has the benefit of shattering dual screens. However, the use of these coverage options is very specific and forces it to give up Earthquake or Dragon Claw to run these moves. Mega Charizard X can also run a bulky Will-O-Wisp set to punish switch-ins, such as Mega Tyranitar and Landorus-T, but it reduces its effectiveness as a wallbreaker and sweeper.
Checks and Counters
===================
**Rock-type Pokemon and Coverage**: Mega Diancie outpaces an unboosted Mega Charizard X, resists both STAB options, and can force it out with Diamond Storm; however, it must watch out for Earthquake. Mega Tyranitar has enough bulk to survive a +2 Earthquake without Stealth Rock and retaliate back with Stone Edge. Mega Charizard X must also be wary of Pokemon that can threaten it with Rock-type coverage, such as Stone Edge from Landorus-T and Tapu Bulu.
**Entry Hazards**: The presence of Stealth Rock is detrimental for Charizard, both before and after Mega Evolving, as the chip damage taken will reduce its setup opportunities later in the game, especially if Mega Charizard X lacks Roost. After Mega Evolving, Mega Charizard X is also vulnerable to being worn down by Spikes, and especially Toxic Spikes, as the poison damage taken from the latter will put it on a timer.
**Bulky Water-types**: Toxapex survives both of Mega Charizard X's STAB moves, as well as +1 Earthquake after Stealth Rock and cripples it with Toxic and removes its stat boosts with Haze. Tapu Fini is a notable check thanks to its Dragon immunity and Misty Terrain, which reduces the damage its teammates take from Mega Charizard X's Dragon Claw. Additionally, it can pressure Mega Charizard X with Taunt + Nature's Madness, as well as repeated hits from Moonblast. However, it must watch out for the Swords Dance variant, despite its Fire resistance, as +2 Flare Blitz will threaten it with a 2HKO. Mega Slowbro deserves a special mention because it has enough bulk to survive a +2 Dragon Claw and threaten it with status from Thunder Wave and Toxic or a KO with Counter. Rarer among the list are Quagsire and Pyukumuku as they ignore boosts with Unaware, heal with Recover, and threaten it with Earthquake or Toxic.
**Ground-types**: Mega Charizard X is very vulnerable to Ground-type attacks after Mega Evolving, as defensive Landorus-T and Hippowdon are bulky enough to survive its STAB moves after a Dragon Dance and retaliate back with Earthquake. Additionally, Landorus-T can soften Mega Charizard X's Attack stat, thanks to Intimidate. However, they must beware of the Swords Dance variant. Garchomp poses a threat to variants lacking Dragon Claw while Seismitoad and Gastrodon cripple Mega Charizard X with Toxic. Mega Swampert deserves a mention because it outspeeds +1 Mega Charizard X under the rain, has enough bulk to take +1 Dragon Claw, and fires back with Earthquake.
**Residual Damage**: Mega Charizard X is very prone to wearing itself down with recoil damage thanks to Flare Blitz. Mega Charizard X must also beware of Pokemon that have abilities or items that can inflict chip damage, such as Ferrothorn, Garchomp, and Rocky Helmet users, such as Tornadus-T, Skarmory, and Zapdos. The latter can also threaten to paralyze it thanks to Static. Mega Charizard X must also be wary of Pokemon that can cripple it with Toxic, such as Toxapex, Seismitoad, and Gastrodon, as they will put it on a ticking timer.
**Faster Threats and Priority**: Ash-Greninja, Tornadus-T, and Mega Alakazam outpace an unboosted Mega Charizard X and threaten it back with heavy damage, with the former threatening even a Dragon Dance-boosted variant with Water Shuriken. Choice Scarf Greninja outpaces Mega Charizard X after a Dragon Dance and threatens it with Rock Slide. Mega Medicham and Mega Lopunny can come in repeatedly via sacrifices and wear it down with Fake Out, especially if Mega Charizard X lacks Roost. Weather sweepers like Sand Rush Excadrill and Mega Swampert outpace a +1 Mega Charizard X under the sand and rain and fire back with Earthquake. Faster Choice Scarf users like Kartana and Ditto can pick off Mega Charizard X at low HP.
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Mega Charizard X is one of the premier offensive threats in the metagame thanks to its access to two amazing boosting moves in Dragon Dance and Swords Dance, reliable recovery in Roost, solid Attack and Speed, Tough Claws ability, and an amazing STAB combination that enables it to threaten nearly everything in the tier. It is also blessed with a crucial coverage move in Earthquake, enabling it to threaten Pokemon that resist its STAB combination, such as Mega Diancie and Heatran. Its solid Speed stat lets it revenge kill Pokemon like Tapu Lele and Kyurem-B. After a Dragon Dance, Mega Charizard X is able to outpace most of the unboosted metagame, such as Greninja, Tapu Koko, and Mega Alakazam, and Choice Scarf users like Landorus-T and Tapu Lele, while Swords Dance turns it into one of the deadliest wallbreakers in the tier, letting it 2HKO Slowbro with +2 Dragon Claw and OHKO Landorus-T at +1 after Stealth Rock. However, it is held back by its 4x weakness to Stealth Rock before Mega Evolving and is susceptible to being worn down by Flare Blitz recoil and contact punishers like Garchomp, Ferrothorn, and Rocky Helmet users like Landorus-T. As a result, it requires entry hazards to be removed from its side of the field to truly flourish.
[SET]
name: Dragon Dance
move 1: Dragon Dance
move 2: Flare Blitz
move 3: Earthquake
move 4: Dragon Claw / Roost
item: Charizardite X
ability: Blaze
nature: Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
Moves
=========
Dragon Dance turns Mega Charizard X into a devastating wallbreaker and a late-game cleaner. Tough Claws-boosted Flare Blitz hits neutral targets like Gliscor and Landorus-T hard, and bowls over Grass- and Steel-types like Serperior, Ferrothorn, Skarmory, and Celesteela. Earthquake complements Flare Blitz and threatens Heatran, Mega Diancie, and Toxapex, and finishes off Mega Tyranitar after prior chip damage. Dragon Claw tears through fellow Dragon-types like Kyurem-B, Dragonite, Kommo-o, and opposing Mega Charizard X and hits Water-types like Rotom-W, Gastrodon, and Seismitoad hard. Finally, Roost allows Mega Charizard X to heal from the recoil damage taken from Flare Blitz at the cost of making it less potent against its fellow Dragon-types.
Set Details
========
The given Speed investment allows Mega Charizard X to Speed tie with Mega Medicham and opposing Mega Charizard formes. If Mega Charizard X’s teammates have these Pokemon accounted for, it can afford to drop its Speed EVs to 216 to outspeed Kyurem-B and Tapu Lele.
Usage Tips
========
Mega Charizard X fills the role of a wallbreaker and late-game cleaner. Depending on the matchup, determine whether Mega Charizard X should be saved to sweep or sacrificially wallbreak for its teammates to clean up later in the game, and act accordingly. If Mega Charizard X's goal isn't to sweep, it can soften checks like Landorus-T and Tapu Fini by attacking immediately for its teammates to clean up. It is very important that entry hazards are removed from the battlefield, as this will prevent Mega Charizard X from setting up. The best methods of bringing Charizard in are aggressive switches, pivot support from Volt Switch and U-turn, and after a teammate has fainted. Mega Charizard X often finds setup opportunities against Grass- and Steel-types like Ferrothorn, Kartana, and Mega Scizor, and passive Pokemon like non-Thunder Wave Clefable, as its typing and good bulk let it switch in against them and nab a free boost. Charizard can also delay Mega Evolving to set up on Ground-type Pokemon, such as Gliscor and certain variants of Landorus-T. After it Mega Evolves, it will gain a crucial Electric resistance and neutrality to Water-type moves at the cost of being vulnerable to Ground-type moves. Mega Charizard X must avoid setting up if priority users like Ash-Greninja and bulky Water-types like Slowbro and Gastrodon are still active and wait until they are removed or weakened before attempting to set up. Mega Charizard X must avoid paralysis at all costs, as it will ruin its chance to wallbreak or sweep, so it is a good idea to scout for Pokemon that can potentially spread paralysis like Clefable and Ferrothorn. If Mega Charizard X has Roost, it can more easily set up against passive Pokemon like non-Thunder Wave Clefable and Rotom-W and non-Toxic Toxapex, and takes advantage of forced switches from Pokemon like Mega Scizor to use the opportunity to heal itself if its HP runs low. Mega Charizard X must also be wary of Pokemon that can inflict chip damage or have abilities that can afflict it with paralysis, such as Garchomp and Rocky Helmet users like Zapdos, as it will be easier to deal with, especially since Mega Charizard X has to rely on its contact moves to deal with them.
Team Options
========
Dragon Dance Mega Charizard X fits like a glove on offense and hyper offense teams, which value its role as a physical Fire-type sweeper and its ability to threaten common balance teams. Entry hazard removal is a top priority, so it appreciates pairing with a Defogger like Tapu Fini and Serperior. Tapu Fini checks Ash-Greninja, pressures bulkier teams with Taunt + Nature’s Madness, and summons Misty Terrrain, allowing Mega Charizard X to safely set up without being bothered by attempted status ailments from the likes of Toxapex and Clefable. Serperior takes on bulky Water- and Ground-types like Slowbro, Gastrodon, Seismitoad, and defensive Landorus-T and provides paralysis support from Glare, crippling faster targets like Mega Alakazam and on hyper offense teams, can use Taunt to stop entry hazards from being set up, paving the way for Mega Charizard X to clean up later in the game. Ash-Greninja greatly appreciates Mega Charizard X removing Grass-types like Tapu Bulu and Ferrothorn, and they can overwhelm shared checks like Tapu Fini with repeated attacks, especially with Spikes support. Other Grass-types like Kartana and Tapu Bulu are also solid partners; Choice Scarf Kartana provides a solid cleaning option that greatly benefits from Mega Charizard X threatening Zapdos and Steel-types like Skarmory, Celesteela, and Mega Scizor, while Swords Dance and Choice Band variants put heavy pressure on Slowbro and Landorus-T. Tapu Bulu handles Ash-Greninja and summons Grassy Terrain, providing Mega Charizard X with extra longevity, complementing Roost, and decreasing the damage it takes from Earthquake after Mega Evolving. On hyper offense teams, a dedicated lead such as Taunt Mew, Excadrill, and Imprison Landorus-T is greatly beneficial, as it can prevent entry hazards from being set up while setting up its own. Fellow Dragon Dance sweepers like Gyarados and Dragonite complement Mega Charizard X very well, as they can overwhelm shared checks like Toxapex and Zapdos for the other to clean up later in the game. Magearna provides a solid answer to the likes of Ash-Greninja, Mega Alakazam, and Slowbro, and in return, Mega Charizard X removes Magearna checks like Chansey and Mega Scizor. Mega Charizard X also enjoys partnering with Volcarona, combining their firepower to break holes through bulkier teams and allowing the other to clean up late-game. Additionally, Volcarona can eliminate weakened Rocky Helmet users like Zapdos and Landorus-T, easing the burden for Mega Charizard X so that it doesn’t have to worry about additional chip damage and the risk of paralysis from Zapdos's Static ability. Kommonium Z Kommo-o is another solid teammate, as it greatly appreciates the removal of Fairy-types like Clefable and Tapu Lele to clean up later in the game. Cresselia provides a safe switch-in against Ground-type attacks aimed at Mega Charizard X, provides crucial support with Thunder Wave to cripple the likes of Mega Alakazam and Lunar Dance to restore Mega Charizard X back in top condition and grant another chance to sweep. Tapu Lele softens opposing teams for Mega Charizard X to clean up late-game, greatly benefits from the removal of Steel-types, and denies priority moves, such as Fake Out from Mega Medicham and Mega Lopunny.
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[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Fire Punch is an option over Flare Blitz due to the lack of recoil damage; Flame Charge is an option on Swords Dance variants that can be used to boost its Speed after setting up. However, the lack of power is very noticeable, as these moves don't OHKO Gliscor after Stealth Rock. Substitute eases prediction and protects Mega Charizard X from status attempts such as Toxic from Toxapex and Thunder Wave from Clefable, granting it a free opportunity to set up. However, this forces Mega Charizard X to give up either Roost or Dragon Claw, which reduces its longevity or potency. Outrage can be used over Dragon Claw to 2HKO the likes of Quagsire and Pyukumuku. However, locking itself into Outrage leaves Mega Charizard X vulnerable to being revenge killed by Fairy-types like Tapu Lele, while Toxapex has a free opportunity to cripple it with poison. Mega Charizard X can also run other coverage options like Thunder Punch to hit Pelipper and Gyarados, and Brick Break to more easily threaten Mega Tyranitar, and has the benefit of shattering dual screens. However, the use of these coverage options is very specific and forces it to give up Earthquake or Dragon Claw to run these moves. Mega Charizard X can also run a bulky Will-O-Wisp set to punish switch-ins, such as Mega Tyranitar and Landorus-T, but it reduces its effectiveness as a wallbreaker and sweeper.
Checks and Counters
===================
**Rock-type Pokemon and Coverage**: Mega Diancie outpaces an unboosted Mega Charizard X, resists both STAB options, and can force it out with Diamond Storm; however, it must watch out for Earthquake. Mega Tyranitar has enough bulk to survive a +2 Earthquake without Stealth Rock and retaliate back with Stone Edge. Mega Charizard X must also be wary of Pokemon that can threaten it with Rock-type coverage, such as Stone Edge from Landorus-T and Tapu Bulu.
**Entry Hazards**: The presence of Stealth Rock is detrimental for Charizard, both before and after Mega Evolving, as the chip damage taken will reduce its setup opportunities later in the game, especially if Mega Charizard X lacks Roost. After Mega Evolving, Mega Charizard X is also vulnerable to being worn down by Spikes, and especially Toxic Spikes, as the poison damage taken from the latter will put it on a timer.
**Bulky Water-types**: Toxapex survives both of Mega Charizard X's STAB moves, as well as +1 Earthquake after Stealth Rock and cripples it with Toxic and removes its stat boosts with Haze. Tapu Fini is a notable check thanks to its Dragon immunity and Misty Terrain, which reduces the damage its teammates take from Mega Charizard X's Dragon Claw. Additionally, it can pressure Mega Charizard X with Taunt + Nature's Madness, as well as repeated hits from Moonblast. However, it must watch out for the Swords Dance variant, despite its Fire resistance, as +2 Flare Blitz will threaten it with a 2HKO. Mega Slowbro deserves a special mention because it has enough bulk to survive a +2 Dragon Claw and threaten it with status from Thunder Wave and Toxic or a KO with Counter. Rarer among the list are Quagsire and Pyukumuku as they ignore boosts with Unaware, heal with Recover, and threaten it with Earthquake or Toxic.
**Ground-types**: Mega Charizard X is very vulnerable to Ground-type attacks after Mega Evolving, as defensive Landorus-T and Hippowdon are bulky enough to survive its STAB moves after a Dragon Dance and retaliate back with Earthquake. Additionally, Landorus-T can soften Mega Charizard X's Attack stat, thanks to Intimidate. However, they must beware of the Swords Dance variant. Garchomp poses a threat to variants lacking Dragon Claw while Seismitoad and Gastrodon cripple Mega Charizard X with Toxic. Mega Swampert deserves a mention because it outspeeds +1 Mega Charizard X under the rain, has enough bulk to take +1 Dragon Claw, and fires back with Earthquake.
**Residual Damage**: Mega Charizard X is very prone to wearing itself down with recoil damage thanks to Flare Blitz. Mega Charizard X must also beware of Pokemon that have abilities or items that can inflict chip damage, such as Ferrothorn, Garchomp, and Rocky Helmet users, such as Tornadus-T, Skarmory, and Zapdos. The latter can also threaten to paralyze it thanks to Static. Mega Charizard X must also be wary of Pokemon that can cripple it with Toxic, such as Toxapex, Seismitoad, and Gastrodon, as they will put it on a ticking timer.
**Faster Threats and Priority**: Ash-Greninja, Tornadus-T, and Mega Alakazam outpace an unboosted Mega Charizard X and threaten it back with heavy damage, with the former threatening even a Dragon Dance-boosted variant with Water Shuriken. Choice Scarf Greninja outpaces Mega Charizard X after a Dragon Dance and threatens it with Rock Slide. Mega Medicham and Mega Lopunny can come in repeatedly via sacrifices and wear it down with Fake Out, especially if Mega Charizard X lacks Roost. Weather sweepers like Sand Rush Excadrill and Mega Swampert outpace a +1 Mega Charizard X under the sand and rain and fire back with Earthquake. Faster Choice Scarf users like Kartana and Ditto can pick off Mega Charizard X at low HP.
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