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[Overview]
<p>Rhyperior is the perfect example of a Pokemon that is heavily unbalanced. On one hand, its physical stats are immense, with both its Attack and Defense stats topping out at over 130 each. Unfortunately, its special stats do not live up to the same standards, and this, in conjunction with a typing that is a double edged sword, is what relegates it to the UU tier.</p>
<p>Don't get me wrong though, Rhyperior is by no means a bad Pokemon. Its Rock/Ground typing gives Rhyperior perhaps the best dual STAB in the game, and coming off a base 140 Attack stat, Stone Edge and Earthquake will dent almost anything. Rhyperior's ability Solid Rock allows it to take many hits that it wouldn't be able to take without it, including Staraptor's Close Combat and weaker Grass- and Water-type attacks, such as Azumarill's Aqua Jet. Rhyperior's versatility is also a boon to it, as when it switches in, it can be difficult to guess what set it may be running, giving it some unpredictability. Rhyperior can run offensive or defensive sets utilizing Substitute or Rock Polish, respectively. All in all, Rhyperior is a great Pokemon, and can find a place on nearly any team.</p>
[SET]
name: Tank
move 1: Substitute / Stealth Rock
move 2: Earthquake / Focus Punch
move 3: Rock Blast / Stone Edge
move 4: Megahorn
item: Leftovers
ability: Solid Rock
nature: Adamant
evs: 160 HP / 252 Atk / 96 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>Rhyperior's standard set is one that abuses its physical stats to the max. Rhyperior is able to take almost any physical attack, and it can deal out some huge damage in return. The set itself is fairly standard; Substitute eases prediction for Rhyperior, and it can easily set it up as a Pokemon such as Staraptor, switches out. The other moves on the set provide perfect coverage, and they allow Rhyperior to do its job in tanking damage and dishing it out. Earthquake is obligatory, as a 100 base power STAB move with no drawbacks is perfect for Rhyperior. It will OHKO almost any Pokemon that takes super effective damage from it, while also giving a chance to 2HKO Eviolite Chansey, a feat that shows how powerful Rhyperior really is.</p>
<p>Rhyperior's other moves, Rock Blast and Megahorn, are for coverage. Rock Blast allows Rhyperior to break Substitutes, while being a remarkably powerful move in its own right. Megahorn is powerful too, and it provides super effective coverage on Pokemon such as Celebi that would otherwise switch in and try to setup on Rhyperior.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Rhyperior can run many moves on this set, and all of them to great effect. Stealth Rock is an excellent move, and Rhyperior has the ability to abuse it to it fullest. It can easily come in on a physical move, tank the hit, and then set up Stealth Rock as the opposing Pokemon switches out. Focus Punch is another great move for this set, as it has the ability to OHKO Chansey, while Chansey can avoid being 2HKOed by Earthquake thanks to Softboiled or Wish and Protect. Focus Punch can also do good damage against the Steel-types that Earthquake already hits, and it has the same base power as a STABed Earthquake, meaning that it is about as good on the whole. Stone Edge can also be used thanks to its more consistent power and high critical hit ratio, which can really help Rhyperior in "do or die" moments. However, it lacks the ability to break Substitutes and still cause damage to the Pokemon, which is preferred on this more defensive set.</p>
<p>The EVs for this set can be tweaked in many different ways. More Defense can be used, as it allows Rhyperior to take on Pokemon such as Staraptor without even breaking a sweat, and it enables Rhyperior to really abuse its humongous Defense stat. Special Defense EVs can also be allocated, as it helps Rhyperior in tanking resisted special hits, such as Fire Blast from mixed Houndoom. Also, when coupled with sandstorm support, this Special Defense boost can really go a long way, making Rhyperior extremely bulky on both sides. Feel free to play around with the EV spread as needed, as most options will work like a charm.</p>
<p>Rhyperior is obviously countered by special Grass- and Water-types, with their STAB attacks hitting Rhyperior for 4x super effective damage. Slowbro is the perfect counter to Rhyperior, as its huge defensive bulk allows it to tank even a super effective Megahorn, and it can retaliate with a Scald that will threaten a burn and easily 2HKO Rhyperior. Bulky Grass-types, such as Celebi and Shaymin, that can hit Rhyperior with STAB attacks will also have almost no problem dealing with it, though they should be wary of switching into Megahorn. Other physical walls can stop Rhyperior in its tracks. Donphan is a prime example of such, and it can even spin away Stealth Rock if Rhyperior chooses to utilize the move.</p>
<p>Rhyperior really needs teammates that can switch into the aforementioned threats with impunity. A special wall is extremely helpful, as it helps to patch up Rhyperior's mediocre Special Defense stat. Chansey is a great option, as it does this with ease, and it can easily take on the abundant Grass- and Water-types without breaking a sweat. A Grass-type of your own is helpful, as it is able to take on Water- and Ground-types without difficulty, and it can also wall most Grass-types. Defensive Celebi is perhaps the best option, as Grass Knot or Leaf Storm will make short work of the aforementioned threats to Rhyperior, and Celebi can also Toxic or paralyze a Grass-type, rendering it less useful. Finally, any Pokemon that can do well when Scarf Staraptor is down is a great teammate, as Rhyperior is able to deal with Staraptor without difficulty. Azelf is a prime example of such, as it cannot be easily revenge killed when Staraptor is down, allowing it to sweep without difficulty.</p>
[SET]
name: Rock Polish
move 1: Rock Polish
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Stone Edge / Rock Blast
move 4: Megahorn
item: Life Orb
ability: Solid Rock
nature: Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>As stated in the overview, Rhyperior has two excellent physical stats, and it is only held back by its poor Speed and awful Special Defense stat. This set attempts to remedy both issues, as with a Rock Polish boost, Rhyperior becomes quite fast, and it is very difficult to abuse its low Special Defense when it can outspeed its usual counters, such as Defensive Celebi and Life Orb Shaymin. This set is a perfect late-game cleaner, as when Rhyperior's checks and counters are removed, it is easy to set up a Rock Polish and win the game, thanks to Rhyperior's huge base 140 Attack stat.</p>
<p>The moves on this set are all fairly straightforward. Rock Polish provides Rhyperior the boost to its Speed that it really needs, as well as being the crux of this set. Earthquake is an obligatory attack for Rhyperior, as with STAB and great coverage, it can cause huge damage to many common Pokemon. Stone Edge is more or less the same in that respect, and complements Earthquake perfectly. The last move on the set, Megahorn, completes the coverage that Rhyperior needs, and it allows Rhyperior to score KOs on Celebi, Shaymin, and weakened Slowbro.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Rhyperior has a few other options that it can utilize on this set. First off, Aqua Tail allows Rhyperior to finish off weakened Ground-types, such as Donphan,; however, Megahorn is preferred for its ability to OHKO Celebi and Shaymin, as well as doing huge damage to Slowbro, Rhyperior's number one counter. Substitute can be used to ease prediction, and it may allow Rhyperior to gain an extra boost, meaning that it can outspeed Pokemon such as Choice Scarf Flygon and Choice Scarf Staraptor. Megahorn, as stated before though, is perhaps the better option, as it enables Rhyperior to finish off weakened Slowbro, while KOing most common Grass-types. Swords Dance can be used, since if Rhyperior can get both boosts almost nothing will be able to stop it. Regarding items, Leftovers can be used over Life Orb to grant Rhyperior some more survivability, but the power boost from Life Orb is needed to allow Rhyperior to gain crucial KOs on Defensive Shaymin and weakened Slowbro.</p>
<p>This Rhyperior set has trouble with fast Choice Scarfers, as they can revenge kill it when it is at low enough HP. Flygon can revenge kill Rhyperior with Earthquake, although Rhyperior must be weakened enoughdue to Solid Rock. Scarf Shaymin is perhaps a better example, as a STAB Seed Flare always KOes Rhyperior. Also, physically bulky Pokemon such as Slowbro (who must be on high health due to Megahorn) and Donphan can take on Rhyperior, since without an Attack boost, it isn't exceedingly powerful.</p>
<p>To take on the Choice Scarfers, the obvious choice is Wobbuffet. Wobbuffet can switch in on almost any Scarfer thanks to its humongous HP stat, and then proceed to KO it with either Counter or Mirror Coat. Wobbuffet can also use Tickle on Slowbro, so that it is KOed by a Pursuit from Spiritomb, Escavalier, or Houndoom. Any Pokemon that can utilize Pursuit effectively is acceptable, so don't worry about using any of the aforementioned three specifically. Grass-types that can deal with Donphan and Slowbro such as Celebi, Shaymin, and Roserade are all great teammates for this Rhyperior. Roserade can also set up Toxic Spikes, which will put a timer on bulky Water-, Grass-, and Ground-types as soon as they switch in.</p>
[SET]
name: Choice Band
move 1: Stone Edge
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Megahorn
move 4: Aqua Tail / Avalanche
item: Choice Band
ability: Solid Rock
nature: Adamant
evs: 160 HP / 252 Atk / 96 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>This Rhyperior is more powerful than a wrecking ball on steroids. A hit from an Earthquake or Stone Edge will almost always mean a KO, unless the Pokemon on the receiving end of the attack is either extremely bulky or is immune or resistant to the move. However, even if the Pokemon taking the attack has extremely good bulk, such as Slowbro or Donphan, it can still be 2HKOed by the appropriate super effective coverage move. In short, this Rhyperior is truly a monster, only rivaled in power by Haxorus, Darmanitan, and Chandelure, although they are locked away in OU. If you are looking for some true power in UU, then you have found your Pokemon.</p>
<p>The moves on this set are fairly straightforward. Rhyperior was blessed with an amazing dual STAB typing, and this set uses that to its advantage. Both Earthquake and Stone Edge have 100 base power, making them obligatory options for the set. Megahorn is the next move on the set, as it does huge damage to Slowbro, easily 2HKOing it. Surprisingly, Slowbro is actually outsped by Rhyperior, meaning that Slowbro has no chance of scoring a burn or crippling Rhyperior if it switches into Megahorn. Aqua Tail, the final move on this set can be used for opposing Rhyperior, as well as Donphan that can take almost any attack on the set.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Choice Band Rhyperior is relatively simple. Switch in, click a move, kill something, switch out. Other options for this set are also simple. Rock Blast can be used to break through Substitutes, but Stone Edge is generally more reliable, as hitting only twice is very underwhelming. More HP EVs can be added over Speed to make Rhyperior really bulky, but the Speed is helpful when up against Chansey and other base 50s. On the other hand, Rhyperior can run more Speed to outspeed base 70s with no investment, but this is kind of pointless since Rhyperior needs its bulk.</p>
<p>There is no true counter to this Rhyperior, because if any Pokemon switches in on the wrong move, it is at least 2HKOed. For example, you can bring in your Celebi to take an Earthquake, but if it switches in on a Megahorn, the Celebi is certainly dead. Prediction is the only way to beat this Rhyperior. By switching in on resistances, or keeping Rhyperior from switching in, you will have a much easier time countering this Pokemon.</p>
<p>In terms of teammates, Rhyperior needs free switch-ins. Pokemon that can use U-turn work well, with Azelf and Staraptor being prime examples of such. Also, Pokemon that can lure out physical attacks for Rhyperior to switch in on are good teammates. Pokemon with bad physical defense, such as Alakazam, work well in this position.</p>
[Other Options]
<p>Rhyperior does not have many other options out of those listed. A Swords Dance set can be slightly effective, as any move from Rhyperior that has been boosted by Swords Dance will do ridiculous amounts of damage. Rhyperior is too slow to use this effectively though, and is easily revenge killed by the likes of Shaymin and Celebi. It can, however, score a surprise KO on Slowbro and Donphan, if it's been EVed to outspeed them both. That set can also work well under Trick Room or Tailwind support to fix Rhyperior's abysmal Speed stat. In fact, almost any set appreciates Trick Room support, as under it, Rhyperior can get some Speed that can really help it to sweep.</p>
[Checks and Counters]
<p>As stated many times before, Grass-, Water-, and Ground-types are the key to beating Rhyperior. Slowbro has been listed throughout, as all it really fears is a Choice Band Megahorn. A Megahorn from any other set can be shrugged off, and Slowbro can just regain back its health with Regenerator. Celebi and Shaymin are more or less in the same boat, although unless they are defensively EVed, both are going to be taking a lot from Megahorn, while Celebi will more often than not be OHKOed. Donphan is an excellent counter, as it takes pittance from almost any attack, other than Aqua Tail. Surprisingly enough, opposing Rhyperior can also work well thanks to Solid Rock, but they must beware of Aqua Tail. Finally, anything with a Special Grass- or Water-type move that can get in safely is almost guaranteed a KO on Rhyperior, but it must be careful of switching in.</p>
[Dream World]
<p>Rhyperior gets Reckless in the Dream World. This may sound like an excellent ability, but unfortunately, Rhyperior does not have access to the moves to abuse it. Double-Edge can be used, but other than that, it is outclassed by Solid Rock, which really helps Rhyperior by enhancing its ability to take hits.</p>
<p>Rhyperior is the perfect example of a Pokemon that is heavily unbalanced. On one hand, its physical stats are immense, with both its Attack and Defense stats topping out at over 130 each. Unfortunately, its special stats do not live up to the same standards, and this, in conjunction with a typing that is a double edged sword, is what relegates it to the UU tier.</p>
<p>Don't get me wrong though, Rhyperior is by no means a bad Pokemon. Its Rock/Ground typing gives Rhyperior perhaps the best dual STAB in the game, and coming off a base 140 Attack stat, Stone Edge and Earthquake will dent almost anything. Rhyperior's ability Solid Rock allows it to take many hits that it wouldn't be able to take without it, including Staraptor's Close Combat and weaker Grass- and Water-type attacks, such as Azumarill's Aqua Jet. Rhyperior's versatility is also a boon to it, as when it switches in, it can be difficult to guess what set it may be running, giving it some unpredictability. Rhyperior can run offensive or defensive sets utilizing Substitute or Rock Polish, respectively. All in all, Rhyperior is a great Pokemon, and can find a place on nearly any team.</p>
[SET]
name: Tank
move 1: Substitute / Stealth Rock
move 2: Earthquake / Focus Punch
move 3: Rock Blast / Stone Edge
move 4: Megahorn
item: Leftovers
ability: Solid Rock
nature: Adamant
evs: 160 HP / 252 Atk / 96 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>Rhyperior's standard set is one that abuses its physical stats to the max. Rhyperior is able to take almost any physical attack, and it can deal out some huge damage in return. The set itself is fairly standard; Substitute eases prediction for Rhyperior, and it can easily set it up as a Pokemon such as Staraptor, switches out. The other moves on the set provide perfect coverage, and they allow Rhyperior to do its job in tanking damage and dishing it out. Earthquake is obligatory, as a 100 base power STAB move with no drawbacks is perfect for Rhyperior. It will OHKO almost any Pokemon that takes super effective damage from it, while also giving a chance to 2HKO Eviolite Chansey, a feat that shows how powerful Rhyperior really is.</p>
<p>Rhyperior's other moves, Rock Blast and Megahorn, are for coverage. Rock Blast allows Rhyperior to break Substitutes, while being a remarkably powerful move in its own right. Megahorn is powerful too, and it provides super effective coverage on Pokemon such as Celebi that would otherwise switch in and try to setup on Rhyperior.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Rhyperior can run many moves on this set, and all of them to great effect. Stealth Rock is an excellent move, and Rhyperior has the ability to abuse it to it fullest. It can easily come in on a physical move, tank the hit, and then set up Stealth Rock as the opposing Pokemon switches out. Focus Punch is another great move for this set, as it has the ability to OHKO Chansey, while Chansey can avoid being 2HKOed by Earthquake thanks to Softboiled or Wish and Protect. Focus Punch can also do good damage against the Steel-types that Earthquake already hits, and it has the same base power as a STABed Earthquake, meaning that it is about as good on the whole. Stone Edge can also be used thanks to its more consistent power and high critical hit ratio, which can really help Rhyperior in "do or die" moments. However, it lacks the ability to break Substitutes and still cause damage to the Pokemon, which is preferred on this more defensive set.</p>
<p>The EVs for this set can be tweaked in many different ways. More Defense can be used, as it allows Rhyperior to take on Pokemon such as Staraptor without even breaking a sweat, and it enables Rhyperior to really abuse its humongous Defense stat. Special Defense EVs can also be allocated, as it helps Rhyperior in tanking resisted special hits, such as Fire Blast from mixed Houndoom. Also, when coupled with sandstorm support, this Special Defense boost can really go a long way, making Rhyperior extremely bulky on both sides. Feel free to play around with the EV spread as needed, as most options will work like a charm.</p>
<p>Rhyperior is obviously countered by special Grass- and Water-types, with their STAB attacks hitting Rhyperior for 4x super effective damage. Slowbro is the perfect counter to Rhyperior, as its huge defensive bulk allows it to tank even a super effective Megahorn, and it can retaliate with a Scald that will threaten a burn and easily 2HKO Rhyperior. Bulky Grass-types, such as Celebi and Shaymin, that can hit Rhyperior with STAB attacks will also have almost no problem dealing with it, though they should be wary of switching into Megahorn. Other physical walls can stop Rhyperior in its tracks. Donphan is a prime example of such, and it can even spin away Stealth Rock if Rhyperior chooses to utilize the move.</p>
<p>Rhyperior really needs teammates that can switch into the aforementioned threats with impunity. A special wall is extremely helpful, as it helps to patch up Rhyperior's mediocre Special Defense stat. Chansey is a great option, as it does this with ease, and it can easily take on the abundant Grass- and Water-types without breaking a sweat. A Grass-type of your own is helpful, as it is able to take on Water- and Ground-types without difficulty, and it can also wall most Grass-types. Defensive Celebi is perhaps the best option, as Grass Knot or Leaf Storm will make short work of the aforementioned threats to Rhyperior, and Celebi can also Toxic or paralyze a Grass-type, rendering it less useful. Finally, any Pokemon that can do well when Scarf Staraptor is down is a great teammate, as Rhyperior is able to deal with Staraptor without difficulty. Azelf is a prime example of such, as it cannot be easily revenge killed when Staraptor is down, allowing it to sweep without difficulty.</p>
[SET]
name: Rock Polish
move 1: Rock Polish
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Stone Edge / Rock Blast
move 4: Megahorn
item: Life Orb
ability: Solid Rock
nature: Jolly
evs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>As stated in the overview, Rhyperior has two excellent physical stats, and it is only held back by its poor Speed and awful Special Defense stat. This set attempts to remedy both issues, as with a Rock Polish boost, Rhyperior becomes quite fast, and it is very difficult to abuse its low Special Defense when it can outspeed its usual counters, such as Defensive Celebi and Life Orb Shaymin. This set is a perfect late-game cleaner, as when Rhyperior's checks and counters are removed, it is easy to set up a Rock Polish and win the game, thanks to Rhyperior's huge base 140 Attack stat.</p>
<p>The moves on this set are all fairly straightforward. Rock Polish provides Rhyperior the boost to its Speed that it really needs, as well as being the crux of this set. Earthquake is an obligatory attack for Rhyperior, as with STAB and great coverage, it can cause huge damage to many common Pokemon. Stone Edge is more or less the same in that respect, and complements Earthquake perfectly. The last move on the set, Megahorn, completes the coverage that Rhyperior needs, and it allows Rhyperior to score KOs on Celebi, Shaymin, and weakened Slowbro.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Rhyperior has a few other options that it can utilize on this set. First off, Aqua Tail allows Rhyperior to finish off weakened Ground-types, such as Donphan,; however, Megahorn is preferred for its ability to OHKO Celebi and Shaymin, as well as doing huge damage to Slowbro, Rhyperior's number one counter. Substitute can be used to ease prediction, and it may allow Rhyperior to gain an extra boost, meaning that it can outspeed Pokemon such as Choice Scarf Flygon and Choice Scarf Staraptor. Megahorn, as stated before though, is perhaps the better option, as it enables Rhyperior to finish off weakened Slowbro, while KOing most common Grass-types. Swords Dance can be used, since if Rhyperior can get both boosts almost nothing will be able to stop it. Regarding items, Leftovers can be used over Life Orb to grant Rhyperior some more survivability, but the power boost from Life Orb is needed to allow Rhyperior to gain crucial KOs on Defensive Shaymin and weakened Slowbro.</p>
<p>This Rhyperior set has trouble with fast Choice Scarfers, as they can revenge kill it when it is at low enough HP. Flygon can revenge kill Rhyperior with Earthquake, although Rhyperior must be weakened enoughdue to Solid Rock. Scarf Shaymin is perhaps a better example, as a STAB Seed Flare always KOes Rhyperior. Also, physically bulky Pokemon such as Slowbro (who must be on high health due to Megahorn) and Donphan can take on Rhyperior, since without an Attack boost, it isn't exceedingly powerful.</p>
<p>To take on the Choice Scarfers, the obvious choice is Wobbuffet. Wobbuffet can switch in on almost any Scarfer thanks to its humongous HP stat, and then proceed to KO it with either Counter or Mirror Coat. Wobbuffet can also use Tickle on Slowbro, so that it is KOed by a Pursuit from Spiritomb, Escavalier, or Houndoom. Any Pokemon that can utilize Pursuit effectively is acceptable, so don't worry about using any of the aforementioned three specifically. Grass-types that can deal with Donphan and Slowbro such as Celebi, Shaymin, and Roserade are all great teammates for this Rhyperior. Roserade can also set up Toxic Spikes, which will put a timer on bulky Water-, Grass-, and Ground-types as soon as they switch in.</p>
[SET]
name: Choice Band
move 1: Stone Edge
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Megahorn
move 4: Aqua Tail / Avalanche
item: Choice Band
ability: Solid Rock
nature: Adamant
evs: 160 HP / 252 Atk / 96 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>This Rhyperior is more powerful than a wrecking ball on steroids. A hit from an Earthquake or Stone Edge will almost always mean a KO, unless the Pokemon on the receiving end of the attack is either extremely bulky or is immune or resistant to the move. However, even if the Pokemon taking the attack has extremely good bulk, such as Slowbro or Donphan, it can still be 2HKOed by the appropriate super effective coverage move. In short, this Rhyperior is truly a monster, only rivaled in power by Haxorus, Darmanitan, and Chandelure, although they are locked away in OU. If you are looking for some true power in UU, then you have found your Pokemon.</p>
<p>The moves on this set are fairly straightforward. Rhyperior was blessed with an amazing dual STAB typing, and this set uses that to its advantage. Both Earthquake and Stone Edge have 100 base power, making them obligatory options for the set. Megahorn is the next move on the set, as it does huge damage to Slowbro, easily 2HKOing it. Surprisingly, Slowbro is actually outsped by Rhyperior, meaning that Slowbro has no chance of scoring a burn or crippling Rhyperior if it switches into Megahorn. Aqua Tail, the final move on this set can be used for opposing Rhyperior, as well as Donphan that can take almost any attack on the set.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Choice Band Rhyperior is relatively simple. Switch in, click a move, kill something, switch out. Other options for this set are also simple. Rock Blast can be used to break through Substitutes, but Stone Edge is generally more reliable, as hitting only twice is very underwhelming. More HP EVs can be added over Speed to make Rhyperior really bulky, but the Speed is helpful when up against Chansey and other base 50s. On the other hand, Rhyperior can run more Speed to outspeed base 70s with no investment, but this is kind of pointless since Rhyperior needs its bulk.</p>
<p>There is no true counter to this Rhyperior, because if any Pokemon switches in on the wrong move, it is at least 2HKOed. For example, you can bring in your Celebi to take an Earthquake, but if it switches in on a Megahorn, the Celebi is certainly dead. Prediction is the only way to beat this Rhyperior. By switching in on resistances, or keeping Rhyperior from switching in, you will have a much easier time countering this Pokemon.</p>
<p>In terms of teammates, Rhyperior needs free switch-ins. Pokemon that can use U-turn work well, with Azelf and Staraptor being prime examples of such. Also, Pokemon that can lure out physical attacks for Rhyperior to switch in on are good teammates. Pokemon with bad physical defense, such as Alakazam, work well in this position.</p>
[Other Options]
<p>Rhyperior does not have many other options out of those listed. A Swords Dance set can be slightly effective, as any move from Rhyperior that has been boosted by Swords Dance will do ridiculous amounts of damage. Rhyperior is too slow to use this effectively though, and is easily revenge killed by the likes of Shaymin and Celebi. It can, however, score a surprise KO on Slowbro and Donphan, if it's been EVed to outspeed them both. That set can also work well under Trick Room or Tailwind support to fix Rhyperior's abysmal Speed stat. In fact, almost any set appreciates Trick Room support, as under it, Rhyperior can get some Speed that can really help it to sweep.</p>
[Checks and Counters]
<p>As stated many times before, Grass-, Water-, and Ground-types are the key to beating Rhyperior. Slowbro has been listed throughout, as all it really fears is a Choice Band Megahorn. A Megahorn from any other set can be shrugged off, and Slowbro can just regain back its health with Regenerator. Celebi and Shaymin are more or less in the same boat, although unless they are defensively EVed, both are going to be taking a lot from Megahorn, while Celebi will more often than not be OHKOed. Donphan is an excellent counter, as it takes pittance from almost any attack, other than Aqua Tail. Surprisingly enough, opposing Rhyperior can also work well thanks to Solid Rock, but they must beware of Aqua Tail. Finally, anything with a Special Grass- or Water-type move that can get in safely is almost guaranteed a KO on Rhyperior, but it must be careful of switching in.</p>
[Dream World]
<p>Rhyperior gets Reckless in the Dream World. This may sound like an excellent ability, but unfortunately, Rhyperior does not have access to the moves to abuse it. Double-Edge can be used, but other than that, it is outclassed by Solid Rock, which really helps Rhyperior by enhancing its ability to take hits.</p>
