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Similar to the other focused feedback threads, this thread is meant to house discussion related to how Pokemon profiles are formatted.
The first thing I'm looking for opinions on is full ability descriptions on profiles. More specifically, should players be allowed to list the full descriptions of their Pokemon's abilities as a part of their profiles? Compare these two Starmie profiles to see what I mean:
Patrick (Starmie)
Level: 4 | EXP: --
"No, this is Patrick."
Advanced Techniques:
Dynamax
Terastalization (Tera Type: Normal)
Types:
Abilities: Illuminate / Natural Cure / Analytic
Nature: Adamant (+1 Atk, -1 SpA)
Stats:
HP: 85
Atk: 7 (+)
Def: 6
SpA: 6 (-)
SpD: 6
Spe: 115
Size Class: 2
Weight Class: 4
Moves:
Level 0:
Attract
Avalanche
Confide
Dazzling Gleam
Double Team
Facade
Flash
Flash Cannon
Harden
Ice Beam
Protect
Psychic
Psycho Cut
Round
Signal Beam
Surf
Tackle
Thunder Wave
Thunderbolt
Toxic
Tri Attack
Waterfall
Level 1:
Bubble Beam
Confuse Ray
Cosmic Power
Curse
Hail
Magic Coat
Psybeam
Psywave
Rage
Rain Dance
Rapid Spin
Recycle
Refresh
Snore
Swagger
Swift
Trick
Twister
Water Gun
Water Pulse
Level 2:
Agility
Blizzard
Double-Edge
Dream Eater
Expanding Force
Grass Knot
Hydro Pump
Meteor Beam
Minimize
Nightmare
Recover
Rest
Secret Power
Skull Bash
Take Down
Thunder
Whirlpool
Zap Cannon
Level 3:
Bide
Brine
Dive
Flip Turn
Frustration
Gyro Ball
Headbutt
Icy Wind
Light Screen
Power Gem
Psych Up
Psyshock
Reflect
Return
Rollout
Scald
Spotlight
Telekinesis
Teleport
Level 4:
Ally Switch
Camouflage
Endure
Giga Impact
Gravity
Hidden Power (Fire)
Hyper Beam
Mimic
Natural Gift
Pain Split
Reflect Type
Skill Swap
Sleep Talk
Substitute
Trick Room
Wonder Room
Patrick (Starmie)
Level: 4 | EXP: --
"No, this is Patrick."
Advanced Techniques:
Dynamax
Terastalization (Tera Type: Normal)
Types:
Abilities:
Illuminate: The Pokemon is naturally luminescent, lighting up the environment for all to see. (This ability can be toggled On or Off. The default is On.) While toggled On: The accuracy of actions is increased by 10. (From any user.)
Natural Cure: The Pokemon has a deep well of natural vigor, or a hardy constitution. When the user leaves play, and at the end of each round: Remove all Major and Minor Status from the user.
Analytic: The Pokemon gathers data on other battlers while they plan their attack. When the user attacks a Pokemon that has already taken a turn in this step: Give that attack a power bonus of two (2).
Nature: Adamant (+1 Atk, -1 SpA)
Stats:
HP: 85
Atk: 7 (+)
Def: 6
SpA: 6 (-)
SpD: 6
Spe: 115
Size Class: 2
Weight Class: 4
Moves:
Level 0:
Attract
Avalanche
Confide
Dazzling Gleam
Double Team
Facade
Flash
Flash Cannon
Harden
Ice Beam
Protect
Psychic
Psycho Cut
Round
Signal Beam
Surf
Tackle
Thunder Wave
Thunderbolt
Toxic
Tri Attack
Waterfall
Level 1:
Bubble Beam
Confuse Ray
Cosmic Power
Curse
Hail
Magic Coat
Psybeam
Psywave
Rage
Rain Dance
Rapid Spin
Recycle
Refresh
Snore
Swagger
Swift
Trick
Twister
Water Gun
Water Pulse
Level 2:
Agility
Blizzard
Double-Edge
Dream Eater
Expanding Force
Grass Knot
Hydro Pump
Meteor Beam
Minimize
Nightmare
Recover
Rest
Secret Power
Skull Bash
Take Down
Thunder
Whirlpool
Zap Cannon
Level 3:
Bide
Brine
Dive
Flip Turn
Frustration
Gyro Ball
Headbutt
Icy Wind
Light Screen
Power Gem
Psych Up
Psyshock
Reflect
Return
Rollout
Scald
Spotlight
Telekinesis
Teleport
Level 4:
Ally Switch
Camouflage
Endure
Giga Impact
Gravity
Hidden Power (Fire)
Hyper Beam
Mimic
Natural Gift
Pain Split
Reflect Type
Skill Swap
Sleep Talk
Substitute
Trick Room
Wonder Room
Some players have noted that having abilities on their profile provides convenience by saving them a trip to the DAT. This is particularly notable for players who frequently play from mobile. Others have noted that, particularly during this time as we're still early into the new generation, abilities are subject to getting their descriptions altered for balance reasons or to fix/clarify things, leaving people with outdated and incorrect descriptions on their profiles.
Please discuss your thoughts on this.
The first thing I'm looking for opinions on is full ability descriptions on profiles. More specifically, should players be allowed to list the full descriptions of their Pokemon's abilities as a part of their profiles? Compare these two Starmie profiles to see what I mean:
Patrick (Starmie)
Level: 4 | EXP: --
"No, this is Patrick."
Advanced Techniques:
Dynamax
Terastalization (Tera Type: Normal)
Types:
Abilities: Illuminate / Natural Cure / Analytic
Nature: Adamant (+1 Atk, -1 SpA)
Stats:
HP: 85
Atk: 7 (+)
Def: 6
SpA: 6 (-)
SpD: 6
Spe: 115
Size Class: 2
Weight Class: 4
Moves:
Level 0:
Attract
Avalanche
Confide
Dazzling Gleam
Double Team
Facade
Flash
Flash Cannon
Harden
Ice Beam
Protect
Psychic
Psycho Cut
Round
Signal Beam
Surf
Tackle
Thunder Wave
Thunderbolt
Toxic
Tri Attack
Waterfall
Level 1:
Bubble Beam
Confuse Ray
Cosmic Power
Curse
Hail
Magic Coat
Psybeam
Psywave
Rage
Rain Dance
Rapid Spin
Recycle
Refresh
Snore
Swagger
Swift
Trick
Twister
Water Gun
Water Pulse
Level 2:
Agility
Blizzard
Double-Edge
Dream Eater
Expanding Force
Grass Knot
Hydro Pump
Meteor Beam
Minimize
Nightmare
Recover
Rest
Secret Power
Skull Bash
Take Down
Thunder
Whirlpool
Zap Cannon
Level 3:
Bide
Brine
Dive
Flip Turn
Frustration
Gyro Ball
Headbutt
Icy Wind
Light Screen
Power Gem
Psych Up
Psyshock
Reflect
Return
Rollout
Scald
Spotlight
Telekinesis
Teleport
Level 4:
Ally Switch
Camouflage
Endure
Giga Impact
Gravity
Hidden Power (Fire)
Hyper Beam
Mimic
Natural Gift
Pain Split
Reflect Type
Skill Swap
Sleep Talk
Substitute
Trick Room
Wonder Room
Patrick (Starmie)
Level: 4 | EXP: --
"No, this is Patrick."
Advanced Techniques:
Dynamax
Terastalization (Tera Type: Normal)
Types:
Abilities:
Illuminate: The Pokemon is naturally luminescent, lighting up the environment for all to see. (This ability can be toggled On or Off. The default is On.) While toggled On: The accuracy of actions is increased by 10. (From any user.)
Natural Cure: The Pokemon has a deep well of natural vigor, or a hardy constitution. When the user leaves play, and at the end of each round: Remove all Major and Minor Status from the user.
Analytic: The Pokemon gathers data on other battlers while they plan their attack. When the user attacks a Pokemon that has already taken a turn in this step: Give that attack a power bonus of two (2).
Nature: Adamant (+1 Atk, -1 SpA)
Stats:
HP: 85
Atk: 7 (+)
Def: 6
SpA: 6 (-)
SpD: 6
Spe: 115
Size Class: 2
Weight Class: 4
Moves:
Level 0:
Attract
Avalanche
Confide
Dazzling Gleam
Double Team
Facade
Flash
Flash Cannon
Harden
Ice Beam
Protect
Psychic
Psycho Cut
Round
Signal Beam
Surf
Tackle
Thunder Wave
Thunderbolt
Toxic
Tri Attack
Waterfall
Level 1:
Bubble Beam
Confuse Ray
Cosmic Power
Curse
Hail
Magic Coat
Psybeam
Psywave
Rage
Rain Dance
Rapid Spin
Recycle
Refresh
Snore
Swagger
Swift
Trick
Twister
Water Gun
Water Pulse
Level 2:
Agility
Blizzard
Double-Edge
Dream Eater
Expanding Force
Grass Knot
Hydro Pump
Meteor Beam
Minimize
Nightmare
Recover
Rest
Secret Power
Skull Bash
Take Down
Thunder
Whirlpool
Zap Cannon
Level 3:
Bide
Brine
Dive
Flip Turn
Frustration
Gyro Ball
Headbutt
Icy Wind
Light Screen
Power Gem
Psych Up
Psyshock
Reflect
Return
Rollout
Scald
Spotlight
Telekinesis
Teleport
Level 4:
Ally Switch
Camouflage
Endure
Giga Impact
Gravity
Hidden Power (Fire)
Hyper Beam
Mimic
Natural Gift
Pain Split
Reflect Type
Skill Swap
Sleep Talk
Substitute
Trick Room
Wonder Room
Some players have noted that having abilities on their profile provides convenience by saving them a trip to the DAT. This is particularly notable for players who frequently play from mobile. Others have noted that, particularly during this time as we're still early into the new generation, abilities are subject to getting their descriptions altered for balance reasons or to fix/clarify things, leaving people with outdated and incorrect descriptions on their profiles.
Please discuss your thoughts on this.