Ubers Kyurem-Nothing

[Lasen]

[Overview]

Kyurem functions as a PP-stalling setup sweeper, able to deplete the low-PP moves commonly found in Ubers like Dynamax Cannon, Sunsteel Strike, and Astral Barrage. Unfortunately, that is where Kyurem's niche starts and ends, as it is outclassed offensively by Kyurem-B and Kyurem-W, as well as Rayquaza, and it offers next to nothing defensively, especially when compared to Eternatus.

[SET]
name: Pressure
move 1: Substitute
move 2: Roost
move 3: Icicle Spear
move 4: Dragon Dance
item: Leftovers
ability: Pressure
nature: Jolly
evs: 56 HP / 236 Def / 216 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]

This set attempts to PP stall Eternatus's Dynamax Cannon and Necrozma-DM's Sunsteel Strike PP to later use these Pokemon as setup fodder. Dragon Dance helps Kyurem outspeed key threats, such as Eternatus and non-Choice Scarf Calyrex-S, so that it can use Substitute to PP stall safely and eventually force them out. Icicle Spear helps against Substitute Zygarde-C and has a high PP count so that Kyurem doesn't get Pressure stalled back. The HP EVs allow Kyurem to make 101 HP Substitutes, letting it set up on Blissey and not have its Substitute broken by Eternatus's Mystical Fire. The Defense investment almost always stops uninvested Necrozma-DM's Knock Off from breaking its Substitute. 216 Speed EVs with a Jolly nature allow Kyurem to outspeed maximum Speed base 90s like Kyogre and Zekrom.

Kyurem requires a lot of support to work. Because of its crippling weakness to Stealth Rock, entry hazard removers such as Defog Yveltal and Ho-Oh are appreciated. Blissey can check offensive Kyogre and Geomancy Xerneas and doesn't stack a weakness to Dragon. A sturdy Marshadow answer is necessary, so Landorus-T is another great partner. Defensive Xerneas acts as another good Marshadow check and offers cleric support in case Kyurem gets statused.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
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Heavy-Duty Boots can be employed to negate Kyurem's weakness to Stealth Rock and other entry hazards, but the longevity that Leftovers provides is much more appreciated.

Checks and Counters
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**Necrozma-DM**: Iron Head Necrozma-DM can beat Kyurem reliably, while offensive sets run more attack options and are harder to PP stall.

**Marshadow**: Marshadow forces Kyurem out thanks to Spectral Thief, which bypasses Substitute, and can even use Low Kick to break the Substitute with ease.

**Xerneas**: Geomancy Xerneas can set up and outspeed Kyurem, while defensive sets can employ Sleep Talk to become harder to PP stall.

**Choice Scarf Users**: Choice Scarf Calyrex-S, Xerneas, and Galarian Darmanitan all outspeed +1 Kyurem and threaten it with massive damage.

**Bulky Foes**: Zamazenta-C and defensive Ferrothorn can both take on Kyurem and force it out.

**Phazers**: Lunala and Ho-Oh can both negate Substitute and Dragon Dance boosts with Roar or Whirlwind. Lunala doesn't appreciate being chipped by Icicle Spear, however.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Lasen, 273339]]
- Quality checked by: [[Aberforth, 273339], [TrueNora, 432086]]
- Grammar checked by: [[Finland, 517429]]

 

[Aberforth]

"This set attempts to PP stall Eternatus's Dynamax Cannon and Necrozma-DM's Sunsteel Strike PP. "

Add something like " and then proceed to try to set up on them when they cannot break Kyurem's substitute."

Aside from that, this seems to cover kyurem pretty well. QC 1/2.

 

[TrueNora]

outspeed key threats such as Eternatus and Choice Specs Calyrex-S

remove

so that Kyurem doesn't get Pressure stalled back.

could also mention how it is Kyurem's physical STAB Ice move + no immunities to it.

to bypass the PP stalling.

alleviate/or make it more difficult to PP stall?
Looks good, QC 2/2

 

[Adeleine]

Add/Fix Remove Comment
(AC): Add Comma

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[Overview]

Kyurem functions as a PP-stalling (add hyphen) setup sweeper, being capable of depleting able to deplete the low-PP (add hyphen) moves commonly found in Ubers like Dynamax Cannon, Sunsteel Strike, and Astral Barrage. (I imagine AB works too? if not, just remove it) Unfortunately, that is where Kyurem's niche starts and ends, as it is outclassed offensively by Kyurem-B and Kyurem-W, (AC) as well as Rayquaza, (AC) and it offers next to nothing defensively, especially when compared to Eternatus.

[SET]
name: Pressure
move 1: Substitute
move 2: Roost
move 3: Icicle Spear
move 4: Dragon Dance
item: Leftovers
ability: Pressure
nature: Jolly
evs: 56 HP / 236 Def / 216 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]

This set attempts to PP stall Eternatus's Dynamax Cannon and Necrozma-DM's Sunsteel Strike PP to later use them these Pokemon as setup fodder. Dragon Dance helps Kyurem outspeed key threats, (AC) such as Eternatus and non-Choice Scarf Calyrex-S, (AC) so that it can use Substitute to PP stall (I imagine?) safely and eventually force them out. Icicle Spear helps against Substitute Zygarde-C and has a high PP count so that Kyurem doesn't get Pressure stalled back. The HP EVs allow Kyurem to make 101 HP (removed hyphen) Substitutes, letting it set up on Blissey and not have its Substitute broken by Eternatus's Mystical Fire. The Defense investment almost always guarantees that its Substitute won't break from uninvested Necrozma-DM's Knock Off. stops uninvested Necrozma-DM's Knock Off from breaking its Substitute. 216 Speed EVs with a Jolly nature allows Kyurem to outspeed maximum Speed base 90s like Kyogre and Zekrom.

Kyurem requires a lot of support to work. Because of its crippling weakness to Stealth Rock, entry hazard removers such as Defog Yveltal and Ho-Oh are appreciated. Blissey can check offensive Kyogre and Geomancy Xerneas and doesn't stack a weakness to Dragon-type attacks. A sturdy Marshadow answer is necessary, so Landorus-T is another great partner. Defensive Xerneas acts as another good Marshadow check and offers cleric support in case Kyurem gets statused.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
====
Heavy-Duty Boots can be employed to negate Kyurem's weakness to Stealth Rock and other entry hazards, but the longevity that Leftovers provides is much more appreciated.

Checks and Counters
====
**Necrozma-DM**: Iron Head Necrozma-DM can beat Kyurem easily, (or "reliably" or whatever's appropriate) while offensive sets have more run more attack options and are harder to PP stall.

**Marshadow**: Marshadow forces Kyurem out thanks to Spectral Thief, which bypasses Substitute, and can even use Low Kick to break the sub Substitute with ease.

**Xerneas**: Geomancy Xerneas can set up and outspeed Kyurem, (AC) while defensive sets can employ Sleep Talk to make it more difficult become harder to PP stall.

**Choice Scarf Users**: Choice Scarf Calyrex-S, Xerneas, and Galarian Darmanitan all outspeed +1 Kyurem and threaten it with their STAB for the former two or its coverage option in the latter's case for massive damage.

**Bulky Foes**: Zamazenta-C and defensive Ferrothorn can both take on Kyurem and force it out.

**Phazers**: Lunala and Ho-Oh can both force Kyurem out with Roar and Whirlwind respectively. negate Substitute and Dragon Dance boosts with Roar or Whirlwind. (I imagine this makes sense?) Lunala doesn't appreciate being chipped by Icicle Spear, however.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[Lasen, 273339]]
- Quality checked by: [[Aberforth, 273339], [TrueNora, 432086]]
- Grammar checked by: [[Finland, 517429]]

this can proceed with one check, 1/1