:ss/sirfetch
[SET]
name: Choice Band
move 1: Close Combat
move 2: Knock Off
move 3: First Impression
move 4: Brave Bird / Steel Wing
item: Choice Band
ability: Scrappy
nature: Adamant
evs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
Sirfetch'd is a brutal wallbreaker that easily punches holes in many defensive Pokemon in the tier. Its incredible Attack stat paired with a Choice Band makes the pool of Pokemon that can avoid a 2HKO from one of its attacks incredibly limited. It does, however, face a lot of competition from Machamp, which has superior bulk, a similar power level, the ability to switch moves, and the fact that it doesn't fear Scald burns from the likes of Milotic and Mantine, allowing it to switch into them. However, Sirfetch'd has a niche in its ability Scrappy, letting it OHKO Ghost-types with its powerful Close Combat and easing the need to predict, as well as its slightly higher Speed tier, notably allowing it to outspeed Pokemon such as Adamant Bewear and Machamp. It also has access to First Impression, which is much stronger than Machamp's Bullet Punch. Knock Off allows Sirfetch'd to break through Psychic-types that would otherwise cause it issues, such as Reuniclus and Necrozma, while also punishing Noivern and Mantine by removing their Heavy-Duty Boots. First Impression is a powerful priority move that complements Sirfetch'd's hit-and-run nature, allowing it to revenge kill Pokemon like Celebi, Heliolisk, and weakened Haxorus. It can be dangerous to lock into, though, as it gives your opponent a free turn afterwards. Brave Bird is a strong coverage move that hits Pokemon like Golisopod and Noivern very hard. Steel Wing can be used to guarantee a 2HKO on Galarian Weezing, but it is not very useful outside of that role.
Strong late-game cleaners such as Dragon Dance Haxorus appreciate Sirfetch'd's ability to bust holes in opposing teams. Haxorus also appreciates defensive Galarian Weezing being drawn in and weakened. Pivots that can safely get Sirfetch'd in, like Heliolisk, Toxtricity, and Noivern, are good options to pair with it, as they often draw in Pokemon such as Incineroar and Gigalith that Sirfetch'd can prey upon. Heliolisk and Noivern also appreciate Sirfetch'd's wallbreaking capability, as it can allow them to clean up late-game. Golisopod can be a useful partner for its ability to set up Spikes, and it appreciates Sirfetch'd's ability to weaken shared checks like Noivern and Galarian Weezing. It can also pivot into offensive checks to Sirfetch'd like Mamoswine and Cobalion. Roserade aids Sirfetch'd in breaking down Water-types such as Milotic and Vaporeon, in addition to laying Spikes and weakening Noivern and Galarian Weezing with Sludge Bomb. Celebi can also pivot into Water-types and eliminate them while appreciating Sirfetch'd's ability to break down the tier's Steel-types and Incineroar, making it much easier for Celebi to sweep. Bronzong is also a good partner, as it resists Fairy-, Flying-, and Psychic-type attacks that Sirfetch'd would otherwise struggle to take, allowing it to pivot into offensive checks to Sirfetch'd such as Gardevoir and Noivern, as well as setting up Stealth Rock to aid Sirfetch'd in wallbreaking. Gigalith can perform a similar role thanks to its great special bulk in sand. Xatu is useful for its ability to take Psychic-type attacks, bounce back entry hazards with Magic Bounce, and use Teleport to safely bring Sirfetch'd in on Pokemon that would normally switch into Xatu, such as Incineroar and Gigalith.
[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Lilburr, 481709]]
- Quality checked by: [[Estarossa, 461329], [Twilight, 344575]]
- Grammar checked by: [[martha, 384270]]
[SET]
name: Choice Band
move 1: Close Combat
move 2: Knock Off
move 3: First Impression
move 4: Brave Bird / Steel Wing
item: Choice Band
ability: Scrappy
nature: Adamant
evs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
Sirfetch'd is a brutal wallbreaker that easily punches holes in many defensive Pokemon in the tier. Its incredible Attack stat paired with a Choice Band makes the pool of Pokemon that can avoid a 2HKO from one of its attacks incredibly limited. It does, however, face a lot of competition from Machamp, which has superior bulk, a similar power level, the ability to switch moves, and the fact that it doesn't fear Scald burns from the likes of Milotic and Mantine, allowing it to switch into them. However, Sirfetch'd has a niche in its ability Scrappy, letting it OHKO Ghost-types with its powerful Close Combat and easing the need to predict, as well as its slightly higher Speed tier, notably allowing it to outspeed Pokemon such as Adamant Bewear and Machamp. It also has access to First Impression, which is much stronger than Machamp's Bullet Punch. Knock Off allows Sirfetch'd to break through Psychic-types that would otherwise cause it issues, such as Reuniclus and Necrozma, while also punishing Noivern and Mantine by removing their Heavy-Duty Boots. First Impression is a powerful priority move that complements Sirfetch'd's hit-and-run nature, allowing it to revenge kill Pokemon like Celebi, Heliolisk, and weakened Haxorus. It can be dangerous to lock into, though, as it gives your opponent a free turn afterwards. Brave Bird is a strong coverage move that hits Pokemon like Golisopod and Noivern very hard. Steel Wing can be used to guarantee a 2HKO on Galarian Weezing, but it is not very useful outside of that role.
Strong late-game cleaners such as Dragon Dance Haxorus appreciate Sirfetch'd's ability to bust holes in opposing teams. Haxorus also appreciates defensive Galarian Weezing being drawn in and weakened. Pivots that can safely get Sirfetch'd in, like Heliolisk, Toxtricity, and Noivern, are good options to pair with it, as they often draw in Pokemon such as Incineroar and Gigalith that Sirfetch'd can prey upon. Heliolisk and Noivern also appreciate Sirfetch'd's wallbreaking capability, as it can allow them to clean up late-game. Golisopod can be a useful partner for its ability to set up Spikes, and it appreciates Sirfetch'd's ability to weaken shared checks like Noivern and Galarian Weezing. It can also pivot into offensive checks to Sirfetch'd like Mamoswine and Cobalion. Roserade aids Sirfetch'd in breaking down Water-types such as Milotic and Vaporeon, in addition to laying Spikes and weakening Noivern and Galarian Weezing with Sludge Bomb. Celebi can also pivot into Water-types and eliminate them while appreciating Sirfetch'd's ability to break down the tier's Steel-types and Incineroar, making it much easier for Celebi to sweep. Bronzong is also a good partner, as it resists Fairy-, Flying-, and Psychic-type attacks that Sirfetch'd would otherwise struggle to take, allowing it to pivot into offensive checks to Sirfetch'd such as Gardevoir and Noivern, as well as setting up Stealth Rock to aid Sirfetch'd in wallbreaking. Gigalith can perform a similar role thanks to its great special bulk in sand. Xatu is useful for its ability to take Psychic-type attacks, bounce back entry hazards with Magic Bounce, and use Teleport to safely bring Sirfetch'd in on Pokemon that would normally switch into Xatu, such as Incineroar and Gigalith.
[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Lilburr, 481709]]
- Quality checked by: [[Estarossa, 461329], [Twilight, 344575]]
- Grammar checked by: [[martha, 384270]]
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