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    UU


    StatMin-MinMaxMax+
    PS
    50
    -241304-
    Att.
    70
    158176239262
    Dif
    160
    320356419460
    Att.Sp
    70
    158176239262
    Dif.Sp
    160
    320356419460
    Vel
    90
    194216279306



    Nome MovesetStrumentoAbilitŕNatura
    SpikesAvanziPressioneCalma


    MosseEvs
    ~ Punte
    ~ Provocazione
    ~ Ripresa
    ~ Ombra Notturna / Tossina
    252 PS / 4 Dif / 252 Dif.Sp


    This is Deoxys-D's most successful set, and with the right support, it can be used to great effect. Spikes is a great move in the current metagame, as with the abundance of threats that can cause switches, Spikes can cause a lot of residual damage. This set will often be able to get up three layers of Spikes, thanks to Deoxys-D's great bulk and its ability to Taunt Pokemon trying to prevent setup. With such a huge amount of special bulk, Deoxys-D can set up on almost any of the absurdly powerful special threats in the tier, including Reuniclus. For example, this version of Deoxys-D takes only 58.2%-68.4% from a Timid Choice Specs Latios's Draco Meteor, meaning that it can take two hits when factoring Leftovers recovery. This allows it to Recover off the damage, and then set up Spikes as it switches out. Deoxys-D can also single-handedly defeat Virizion, Reuniclus, and Rotom-W, all of which are top tier threats in OU.

    The other moves on the set are very self-explanatory. First, Taunt is to stop opposing setup, while also keeping Deoxys-D free of status – mainly Toxic – which is devastating. Recover is obvious on any defensive Pokemon that can learn it, as it provides Deoxys-D with a great way to stick around and set up Spikes many times. Finally, Night Shade gives Deoxys-D a means of consistent damage, allowing Deoxys-D to counter the aforementioned threats without difficulty.

    Deoxys-D is a very versatile Pokemon, and it can easily utilize many other options on its sets. The EV spread can easily be tweaked or changed to make Deoxys-D more physically defensive, or EVs can be invested in Speed. This enables Deoxys-D to outrun and Taunt some prominent threats such as Gyarados before a Dragon Dance and Jellicent that invest in Speed. However, outside of the previous two Pokemon, running Speed on Deoxys-D is an unnecessary expenditure, and the EVs are better invested in Deoxys-D's defenses.

    The last slot can be filled with a variety of different moves. Stealth Rock can be used over Night Shade, as it allows Deoxys-D to set up two different hazards, instead of just one. However, it is usually better to keep Deoxys-D's ability to counter things with Night Shade. If you would prefer to go this way, then perhaps Deoxys-D's brother, Deoxys-S, is a better choice for you. Another option in the last slot is Toxic, and Deoxys-D makes a great status spreader. However, with Toxic, Deoxys-D loses the ability to counter Reuniclus, which is one of its main perks. Finally, Seismic Toss can be used over Night Shade to allow Deoxys-D to hit Blissey and Chansey, but Taunting them and getting up a free layer of Spikes is generally more effective.

    In terms of teammates, a spinblocker is greatly appreciated. There is no point in setting up three layers of Spikes, only to have them spun away by a meddling Excadrill. For this reason, Jellicent is a great teammate, as it can block Rapid Spin and burn incoming switch-ins with Will-O-Wisp and Scald. It also checks the other premier Rapid Spin user, Life Orb Starmie, without difficulty, as it can take a Thunderbolt while absorbing Hydro Pumps and taking Ice Beams without difficulty. Other good teammates include defensive Steel-types, as these make up for the lack of resistances that Deoxys-D has. Ferrothorn, Bronzong, Skarmory, and Jirachi are all great teammates, and they each have their merits. Ferrothorn can set up Stealth Rock, while being a great check to rain attackers that can spam powerful rain-boosted attacks after coming in on Deoxys-D. Bronzong can easily counter any Dragon-type bar Haxorus, and it also has the ability to set up Stealth Rock. Skarmory is a great phazer, and it can also check many of the premier threats in the metagame including Landorus, Excadrill and Gliscor without Taunt. However, as this set already has Spikes, Skarmory may be slightly redundant. Finally, Jirachi is another great partner for Deoxys-D, as it too can wall many dangerous threats, such as some Latios, Tornadus, and Thundurus, while being able to spread extra status in the form of paralysis.

    For Deoxys-D to be effective in its role, it helps if Dark- and Bug-type Pokemon are eliminated. For example, strong Fighting-types that can switch in on the aforementioned Pokemon make great partners for Deoxys-D. Conkeldurr is one Pokemon that comes to mind quickly, as it can easily eliminate or set up on Tyranitar, the conventional check to Deoxys-D. Scizor is another Pokemon that can give Deoxys-D trouble, and as such, you need to take care to include multiple checks to it when building a team around Deoxys-D. Skarmory once again fits the bill, as it can phaze away Scizor after it sets up, making it take residual damage from layers each time it switches in. Gliscor with Taunt can also counter any Scizor set, bar ones that are extremely offensive, as Gliscor does take a beating from Bullet Punch if Scizor invests fully in Attack.

    Nome MovesetStrumentoAbilitŕNatura
    Toxic StallerAvanziPressioneSicura


    MosseEvs
    ~ Tossina
    ~ Provocazione
    ~ Ripresa
    ~ Agilitŕ / Ombra Notturna
    252 PS / 56 Dif / 200 Dif.Sp


    At first, when seeing this, you may be confused as to why a very defensive Pokemon may choose to run Agility in one of its only four slots, but, in conjunction with the fabled Taunt and Toxic combination, Deoxys-D can stall out a huge number of threats thanks to its higher speed after an Agility. For example, one Pokemon that may switch into Deoxys-D is Dragonite. As long as Deoxys-D uses Agility on the switch, it can outspeed Dragonite and Taunt it to prevent setup, and then cripple it with Toxic as it fails miserably to do significant damage with an unboosted Dragon Claw. This set can also rip clean through stall after Steel- or Poison-types have been removed, as unless stall sports a Tyranitar, this Deoxys-D will be able to wall the entire team.

    Each move on this set has a specific purpose. First, Taunt is used to prevent opposing Pokemon from recovering their health, also preventing opposing setup. Along with Toxic, Taunt is the crux of this set, and it is very important in fulfilling the strategy. Toxic is used, of course, to wear down opposing Pokemon, especially if their recovery is disabled through the use of Taunt. Recover helps Deoxys-D to stick around longer, and take all the damaging attacks that will no doubt occur after the use of Taunt. Finally, Agility is used to outspeed any opposing Pokemon, meaning that Deoxys-D is able to Taunt them before it gets Taunted itself. Furthermore, this protects it from status, making Deoxys-D a very difficult wall to take down.

    Night Shade can be used on the set to allow Deoxys-D to inflict some form of damage . However, an attacking move is not usually needed, as Toxic usually does the job. Also, without Agility, Deoxys-D can be Taunted itself by other faster Pokemon, such as Gliscor. Night Shade does have some perks, however. For instance, with Night Shade, Deoxys-D can counter Reuniclus. On the whole, either choice is competitively viable, and both should be considered, depending on the team's needs. The EVs can also be altered in any way, to provide more bulk physically or specially, and more Speed if needed. Currently, the EVs and nature provide a perfectly balanced layout between both of Deoxys-D's defenses, but you could consider a bias to one side. Feel free to experiment to find the best combinations for your team.

    For this set to work effectively, a few specific Pokemon need to be removed. First, Steel-type Pokemon must be removed, as Deoxys-D can do nothing to them bar use Taunt, which will only stop them setting up. The best way to remove Steel-types is to run—you guessed it—a Magnezone. SubCharge Magnezone is a very effective set in the current metagame, thanks to its ability to switch in on Ferrothorn and other Steel-types, set up a Substitute and then boost all the way up to +6 as the opposing Steel-type struggles to break it. Magnezone can often find itself taking out two or more Pokemon after switching in on a Steel-type, thanks to its great Special Attack and formidable bulk. Fire-types such as Heatran and Infernape can force Steel-types to switch out, and this can cause them to take residual damage, often removing them after a while.

    Poison-types, although a lot less common than Steel-types, along with Gliscor, are also hard counters to this set. Psychic-types do a great job in removing them, and although they have bad defensive synergy with Deoxys-D, they are very viable teammates. Reuniclus is probably the best option, as it works well when its counters, such as Tyranitar, are poisoned, and can easily switch in on a Poison-type and set up a free Calm Mind. Other hard counters to this set are Pokemon with Taunt and Prankster, but the only way to beat these effectively is to continuously apply offensive pressure. Other good teammates for this set include Pokemon that can cover Deoxys-D's weaknesses, so defensive Steel-types such as Ferrothorn, Skarmory, Bronzong, and Jirachi are all good choices.

    Altre Opzioni



    Thanks to its support movepool, Deoxys-D has a plethora of other options that it can utilize to its advantage. A Cosmic Power set is viable, as when Deoxys-D boosts its defenses just once, it becomes nigh-on impossible to take down without hax. However, this set is crippled by Toxic, and as such Sigilyph can perform better thanks to its ability—Magic Guard—which gives it immunity to residual damage. A set with dual screens can be used, but as dual screens are usually used on offensive teams, Deoxys-D may slow down momentum. Also,it is outclassed in this role by other Psychic-types, including Espeon, which has Magic Bounce; Deoxys-S, which boasts great Speed; and Latios, which can use Memento. Another option is to run a basic walling set, with Taunt, Toxic, Recover and Night Shade, although this is outclassed by some more conventional walls that have better typing, such as Skarmory, or better defenses, such as Blissey.

    Some more gimmicky options can be utilized. For example, Deoxys-D can run a set with a Red Card and Recycle to provide phazing support. Deoxys-D can also use Magic Coat to reflect back hazards and Taunt, but it is usually better off using its own Taunt, since it can then prevent setup too. Safeguard can be used to block status for the whole team, but once again Taunt is usually the better option. Calm Mind can also be used, but this is outclassed by Reuniclus. Ice Beam can be used on all sets to help Deoxys-D counter Dragon-types and Gliscor, but Night Shade is preferred for the constant damage. Finally, Thunder Wave can be used on any set over Toxic, but Deoxys-D is better at stalling out Pokemon than crippling them with Thunder Wave, and as such, Toxic is the preferred option.

    Controlli e Counters



    As mentioned throughout, Tyranitar and Scizor are the best checks to Deoxys-D. Tyranitar completely walls the first set, but it can be outstalled by the second unless it has a Choice Band, and even then, Tyranitar does not like Toxic. Scizor can take on any set, and it can even set up with Swords Dance as Deoxys-D switches out. Anything that boasts a super effective move, and doesn't mind poison or Taunt is also a good counter. Gengar is a good counter, as it can hit Deoxys-D with Shadow Ball, and it also doesn't mind Taunt too much. Anything with Prankster and Taunt is a great counter. Whimsicott and Thundurus can both switch in, Taunt, and begin to set up Leech Seed and Nasty Plot respectively. Generally, if you want to counter Deoxys-D, force it to switch around and take residual damage, and you should be in a good position.

    Edited by † Paul † - 25/10/2011, 17:58
     
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