Gen 6 Mold Breaker Zekrom [DONE]

[prunyy]

[SET]
Zekrom @ Draco Plate / Leftovers / Lum Berry
Ability: Mold Breaker
EVs: 144 Atk / 56 Def / 252 SpA / 56 Spe
Rash Nature
- Dark Void / Spore / King's Shield
- Shell Smash
- Bolt Strike
- Judgment / Spacial Rend

[SET COMMENTS]
Mold Breaker Zekrom is a powerful mixed sweeper with decent bulk and a nearly unresisted STAB combination, capable of OHKOing Giratina, Primal Groudon, and Wonder Guard Xerneas after a Shell Smash. King's Shield allows Zekrom to survive revenge killing attempts from moves like Pixilate Mega Diancie's Extreme Speed and Pure Power Mega Mewtwo X's Mach Punch if healthy. Leftovers increases Zekrom's longevity, taking advantage of the turns gained from forcing switches and sleep, as well as synergizing with King's Shield. Dark Void and Spore are useful to hinder Pokemon that would otherwise prevent Zekrom from using Shell Smash and gain turns to set up. The combination of Draco Plate and Judgment allows Zekrom to Imposter-proof itself with a strong, spammable Dragon-type STAB move that foes cannot take advantage of. Alternatively, Spacial Rend frees up Zekrom's item slot, though it is weaker than Draco Plate Judgment and makes Imposter-proofing Zekrom significantly more difficult. Lum Berry lets Zekrom use Shell Smash on an opposing Spore or Will-O-Wisp user switching in. 144 Atk EVs allow Zekrom to OHKO Xerneas at +2, and 56 Spe EVs let it outspeed Choice Scarf Primal Groudon after a Shell Smash.

Substitute + Baton Pass users, like Wonder Guard Xerneas, Mega Scizor, and Primal Kyogre, work well with Zekrom, as they can safely bring Zekrom in, letting it use Shell Smash and potentially sweep. Slow pivots also help in a similar fashion, particularly Wonder Guard users, which are a valuable defensive backbone on almost any team. Shell Smash + Baton Pass users can also make for great partners in the same way. Safety Goggles Prankster Giratina, a very easy addition on almost any team, can also Imposter-proof Spore sets that run Judgment. Primal Groudon is an extremely good teammate, as it can act as a second Mold Breaker user that addresses revenge killers to Zekrom or as a Shadow Tag user that can trap and remove Pixilate Diancie or the uncommon Refrigerate Abomasnow and revenge kill weakened Imposter users copying Zekrom, unless Zekrom has King's Shield.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Taunt is also an option for Zekrom's first moveslot. It allows Zekrom to completely shut down most Giratina sets, which run four status moves. This forces Giratina to switch out and lets Zekrom use Shell Smash. However, it is less consistent than Dark Void, which lets Zekrom set up with ease. Shed Shell allows Zekrom to safely switch out against Shadow Tag users like Primal Groudon and Mega Mewtwo X that threaten it with their super effective moves, as it gets trapped by Primal Groudon before Shell Smash and Mega Mewtwo X after a Shell Smash. However, using Shed Shell can reduce Zekrom's longevity or its power output without access to Leftovers or Draco Plate, respectively. Substitute can also be used with Leftovers. This helps matchups like Lum Berry Huge Power Mega Gyarados become more consistent, as Dark Void is not useful there.

Checks and Counters
===================
**Prankster Giratina**: Although Zekrom has several measures to prevent getting forced out by Giratina, it still poses a threat to Zekrom. It can use Encore on the turn Zekrom uses Shell Smash or King's Shield, forcing Zekrom to switch. Giratina can also use Destiny Bond to ensure a trade and get rid of Zekrom altogether.

**Mega Audino**: Wonder Guard Mega Audino is immune to any Dragon-type attacks Zekrom uses and can reliably tank Bolt Strike even after a Shell Smash if healthy. This discourages Zekrom from using a Dragon-type attack if the opponent wants to switch to Giratina. Mega Audino can also help pivot into a revenge killer or Encore Giratina to threaten Zekrom.

**Ground- and Fairy-type Coverage**: Pokemon such as Huge Power Mega Mewtwo-X with Thousand Arrows and Mega Mewtwo-Y and Protean Mega Latios with Moonblast can easily outspeed Zekrom and KO it with their super effective moves.

**Faster Offensive Pokemon**: Faster Primal Groudon sets, such as sets with Shadow Tag, and Mega Rayquaza also trouble Zekrom. They carry super effective moves such as Thousand Arrows on Primal Groudon and Draco Meteor on Choice Specs Mega Rayquaza that can easily KO it. Bulkier teammates help switch into some of these attacks.

**Strong Priority**: Strong priority moves from Pokemon like Pixilate Mega Diancie and Huge Power Regigigas, which can switch into any of Zekrom's unboosted moves, can threaten Zekrom, especially without King's Shield. Huge Power Mega Gyarados can also OHKO Zekrom with Sucker Punch after a Shell Smash.

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[UT]

Hey prunyy, please remember to not post analyses until the QC team has approved them by liking them.

Locking this until I can check with them if this should be approved.

 

[UT]

QC has decided to approve this, unlocking.

aerobee did you have notes?

 

[aerobee]

[SET]
Zekrom @ Leftovers / Lum Berry / Draco Plate
EVs: 188 Atk / 244 SpA / 76 Spe
Naughty Nature
- King's Shield / Dark Void / Spore / Taunt
- Shell Smash
- Bolt Strike
- Draco Meteor / Judgment

[SET COMMENTS]
Mold Breaker Zekrom is a powerful sweeper with a nearly unresisted STAB combo capable of breaking many bulky Pokemon like Giratina and Wonder Guards such as Mega Gyarados. King's Shield allows Zekrom to scout opposing sets and hinder physical attackers with contact moves. Dark Void, Spore, and Taunt are useful to hinder Pokemon that do not let Zekrom use Shell Smash. Leftovers works well with King's Shield because it increases Zekrom's longevity. The combination of Draco Place and Judgement allow Zekrom to self Imposter-proof itself so the opponent cannot take advantage. Lum Berry lets Zekrom take advantage of opposing Spore or Glare and use Shell Smash on that free turn. 244 SpA EVs on Zekrom allow it to OHKO Giratina after it uses Shell Smash and 16 Spe EVs allows it outspeed Choice Scarf Primal Groudon.

Substitute + Baton Pass users, for example Wonder Guard Xerneas, Mega Scizor, or Primal Kyogre, work well with Zekrom because they can safely bring Zekrom in, letting it Shell Smash and potentially sweep. Parting Shot users also help in a similar fashion. This can help create the dual Wonder Guard core, which is a defensive backbone of almost any good team. If immediate damage is needed and Zekrom has difficulty setting up, it can also appreciate Pokemon such as Huge Power Mega Mewtwo-X, which can use its many viable coverage moves to hit the Pokemon that trouble Zekrom and the rest of the team. Safety Goggles Giratina can also Imposter-proof Spore sets.

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As mentioned above QC's approved this, but I'd like Zekrom's set changed to the following:

Set

Zekrom @ Draco Plate / Leftovers / Lum Berry
Ability: Mold Breaker
EVs: 144 Atk / 56 Def / 252 SpA / 56 Spe
Rash Nature
- Dark Void / Spore / King's Shield (/ Taunt if you want, I don't think it's as good as the other options listed but it has its merits)
- Shell Smash
- Bolt Strike
- Judgment / Spacial Rend

144 Attack OHKOes Xerneas at +2, 56 Speed outspeeds Choice Scarf Primal Groudon at +2, and the Defense EVs are filler.

 

[prunyy]

As mentioned above QC's approved this, but I'd like Zekrom's set changed to the following:

Set

Zekrom @ Draco Plate / Leftovers / Lum Berry
Ability: Mold Breaker
EVs: 144 Atk / 56 Def / 252 SpA / 56 Spe
Rash Nature
- Dark Void / Spore / King's Shield (/ Taunt if you want, I don't think it's as good as the other options listed but it has its merits)
- Shell Smash
- Bolt Strike
- Judgment / Spacial Rend

144 Attack OHKOes Xerneas at +2, 56 Speed outspeeds Choice Scarf Primal Groudon at +2, and the Defense EVs are filler.

I changed the set. I'll finish up writing the strategy comments soon.

Sorry for the mess, I wasn't aware that I had to post after.

 

[RL]

prunyy Just to confirm, is the analyse done and QC ready?

 

[prunyy]

prunyy Just to confirm, is the analyse done and QC ready?

Should be good to go!

 

[aerobee]

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[SET]
Zekrom @ Draco Plate / Leftovers / Lum Berry
Ability: Mold Breaker
EVs: 144 Atk / 56 Def / 252 SpA / 56 Spe
Rash Nature
- Dark Void / Spore / King's Shield
- Shell Smash
- Bolt Strike
- Judgment / Spacial Rend

[SET COMMENTS]
Mold Breaker Zekrom is a powerful mixed sweeper with decent bulk and a nearly unresisted STAB combo capable of OHKOing Giratina, Primal Groudon, and Wonder Guard Xerneas after a Shell Smash use breaking many bulky Pokemon like Giratina and Wonder Guards such as Mega Gyarados I think this gets at why youd use zekrom better. King's Shield allows Zekrom to survive weaker revenging hits, like Lum Berry Mega Diancie's Extreme Speed from full and Mega Mewtwo X's Mach Punch if healthy scout opposing sets and hinder physical attackers with contact moves. Leftovers increases Zekrom's longevity, taking advantage of the turns gained from forcing switches and sleep turns, and synergizes with King's Shield. moved here + reworded Dark Void and Spore are useful to hinder Pokemon that do would otherwise not let Zekrom use Shell Smash, and gain turns to set up. explains the interaction better Leftovers works well with King's Shield because it increases Zekrom's longevity. moved 1 sentence earlier + reworded, this is vague The combination of Draco Place and Judgement allow Zekrom to self Imposter-proof itself with a strong, spammable Dragon-type STAB move so the opponent cannot take advantage. Alternatively, Spacial Rend frees up Zekrom's item slot, though it is weaker than Draco Plate Judgment and makes Imposter-proofing Zekrom significantly more difficult. Lum Berry lets Zekrom take advantage of opposing Spore or Glare and use Shell Smash on an opposing Spore or Will-O-Wisp user switching in that free turn 1) zekrom is immune to glare and 2) vague. 144 Atk EVs allows Zekrom to OHKO Xerneas and 56 Spe EVs lets Zekrom outspeed Choice Scarf Primal Groudon, both after a Shell Smash.

Substitute + Baton Pass users, for example Wonder Guard Xerneas, Mega Scizor, or Primal Kyogre, work well with Zekrom because they can safely bring Zekrom in, letting it Shell Smash and potentially sweep. Parting Shot users Slow pivots includes baton pass guys also help in a similar fashion by allowing zek to come in safely vs faster foes. This includes can help create the dual Wonder Guard users in particular core, which is a are a valuable defensive backbone of on almost any good team. not every reader will have an idea of what a "good" team is If immediate damage is needed and Zekrom has difficulty setting up, it can also appreciate Pokemon such as Huge Power Mega Mewtwo-X, which can use its many viable coverage moves to hit the Pokemon that trouble Zekrom and the rest of the team. disagree, running 1 mmx means youre almost playing 5-6 in matchups where mmx can't hit something Safety Goggles Prankster Giratina, a very easy addition on almost any team, can also Imposter-proof Spore sets.

on the right track but i would also mention:
- a secondary mold breaker user, preferably one like pdon that doesn't lose to the same revenge killers
- stag pdon since that traps ate diancie/the occasional abomasnow and can revenge a weakened imposter if zek is kings
- shell smash + baton pass guys somewhere, preferably around where subpass is mentioned

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============

Taunt is also an option for Zekrom's first moveslot. This allows it to completely shut down most Giratina, which run a set of four status moves. This forces Giratina to switch out and lets Zekrom use Shell Smash. However, it is less consistent compared to Dark Void, which lets Zekrom set up with ease.

mention shed shell so zek can switch out of stags like pdon/mmx at +0/+2 respectively. also substitute with leftovers if you want to be safer vs lum berry huge power gyarados

Checks and Counters
===================

**Prankster Giratina**: Although Zekrom has several measures to prevent getting forced to switch out by Giratina, it still poses a threat to Zekrom. It can use Encore on the turn Zekrom uses Shell Smash or King's Shield, forcing Zekrom to switch. Giratina can also use Destiny Bond to ensure a trade and get rid of Zekrom altogether.

**Ground and Fairy Type Coverage**: Pokemon such as Huge Power Mega Mewtwo-X with Thousand Arrows or Mega Mewtwo-Y and Protean Mega Latios with Moonblast can easily outspeed Zekrom and can KO it with these super effective moves. Using King's Shield allows scouting for these moves and also weakens physical Pokemon. this is not true aside from play rough (can mention play rough in particular if you really want to) and pixilate fakespeed (mentioned below)

**Faster Offensive Pokemon**: Faster Primal Groudon sets and Mega Rayquaza also trouble Zekrom. They carry super effective moves such as Thousand Arrows on Primal Groudon mention that pdon often runs stag somewhere and Draco Meteor on Choice Specs Mega Rayquaza that can easily KO it. Having bulkier Pokemon can help switch in to some of these attacks.

**Strong Priority**: pixilate/refrigerate/huge power fakespeed users threaten zek, especially if no kings (all of them bar kyub can also come in on any one hit at +0). huge power gyarados can also ohko with sucker after shell smash

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A lot of the info here is vague, I've tried to make it more comprehensive in most places but I've also left some prompts + ideas here and there. Will check again afterwards

 

[prunyy]

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A lot of the info here is vague, I've tried to make it more comprehensive in most places but I've also left some prompts + ideas here and there. Will check again afterwards

Ready for second check.

I didn't want to talk about stag pdon against abomasnow since you don't really see it anywhere. I'm also not sure how to phrase that shed shell isn't the best compared to other items. Not sure what you meant by at +0/+2 respectively. I also think it isn't too much worth explaining kyub doesn't live a hit from zek unlike other atespeed.

 

[aerobee]

Ready for second check.

I didn't want to talk about stag pdon against abomasnow since you don't really see it anywhere. I'm also not sure how to phrase that shed shell isn't the best compared to other items. Not sure what you meant by at +0/+2 respectively. I also think it isn't too much worth explaining kyub doesn't live a hit from zek unlike other atespeed.

Check 2

[SET]
Zekrom @ Draco Plate / Leftovers / Lum Berry
Ability: Mold Breaker
EVs: 144 Atk / 56 Def / 252 SpA / 56 Spe
Rash Nature
- Dark Void / Spore / King's Shield
- Shell Smash
- Bolt Strike
- Judgment / Spacial Rend

[SET COMMENTS]
Mold Breaker Zekrom is a powerful mixed sweeper with decent bulk and a nearly unresisted STAB combo capable of OHKOing Giratina, Primal Groudon, and Wonder Guard Xerneas after a Shell Smash use. King's Shield allows Zekrom to survive weaker revenging hits, like Lum Berry Mega Diancie's Extreme Speed from full and Mega Mewtwo X's Mach Punch is healthy. Leftovers increases Zekrom's longevity, taking advantage of the turns gained from forcing switches and sleep turns, and synergizes with King's Shield. Dark Void and Spore are useful to hinder Pokemon that would otherwise not let Zekrom use Shell Smash, and gain turns to set up. The combination of Draco Plate and Judgment allow Zekrom to self Imposter-proof itself with a strong, spammable Dragon-type STAB move so the opponent cannot take advantage. Alternatively, Spacial Rend frees up Zekrom's item slot, though it is weaker than Draco Plate Judgment and makes Imposter-proofing Zekrom significantly more difficult. Lum Berry lets Zekrom use Shell Smash on an opposing Spore or Will-O-Wisp user switching in. 144 Atk EVs allows Zekrom to OHKO Xerneas and 56 Spe EVs lets Zekrom outspeed Choice Scarf Primal Groudon, both after a Shell Smash.

Substitute + Baton Pass users, for example Wonder Guard Xerneas, Mega Scizor, or Primal Kyogre, work well with Zekrom because they can safely bring Zekrom in, letting it Shell Smash and potentially sweep. Slow pivots also help in a similar fashion. This includes Wonder Guard users in particular, which are a valuable defensive backbone on almost any team. Shell Smash + Baton Pass users can also be an effective partner to Zekrom in the same way. Safety Goggles Prankster Giratina, a very easy addition on almost any team, can also Imposter-proof Spore sets. Primal Groudon is an extremely good teammate to Zekrom as it can act as a second Mold Breaker user that addresses revenge killers to Zekrom, or as a Shadow Tag user that can trap and remove Pixilate Diancie and revenge kills weakened Zekrom Imposters unless it has King's Shield.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Taunt is also an option for Zekrom's first moveslot. This allows it to completely shut down most Giratina, which run a set of four status moves. This forces Giratina to switch out and lets Zekrom use Shell Smash. However, it is less consistent compared to Dark Void, which lets Zekrom set up with ease.

Shed Shell allows Zekrom to safely switch out as Shadow Tag users like Primal Groudon and Mega Mewtwo X threaten Zekrom with their super effective moves, as Zekrom gets trapped by Primal Groudon before Shell Smash and Mega Mewtwo X even after a Shell Smash use. Using this item can reduce Zekrom's longevity or its power output without access to Leftovers or Draco Plate respectively, however.

Substitute can also be used over the first moveslot, with Leftovers. This helps against matchups like Lum Berry Huge Power Mega Gyarados become more consistent, in which Dark Void is not useful.

Checks and Counters
===================
**Prankster Giratina**: Although Zekrom has several measures to prevent getting forced to switch out by Giratina, it still poses a threat to Zekrom. It can use Encore on the turn Zekrom uses Shell Smash or King's Shield, forcing Zekrom to switch. Giratina can also use Destiny Bond to ensure a trade and get rid of Zekrom altogether.

**Wonder Guard Mega Audino**: discourages zekrom from hitting gira on the switch with dragon stab and eats +2 bolt strike if reasonably healthy, can pivot to a revenger/encore gira (not a reliable counter though)

**Ground and Fairy Type Coverage**: Pokemon such as Huge Power Mega Mewtwo-X with Thousand Arrows or Mega Mewtwo-Y and Protean Mega Latios with Moonblast can easily outspeed Zekrom and can KO it with these super effective moves.

**Faster Offensive Pokemon**: Faster Primal Groudon sets, such as Shadow Tag, and Mega Rayquaza also trouble Zekrom. They carry super effective moves such as Thousand Arrows on Primal Groudon and Draco Meteor on Choice Specs Mega Rayquaza that can easily KO it. Having bulkier Pokemon can help switch in to some of these attacks.

**Strong Priority**: Strong priority moves from Pokemon like Pixilate Mega Diancie or Huge Power Regigigas, who can switch in to any of Zekrom's unboosted moves, can threaten Zekrom, especially without King's Shield. Huge Power Mega Gyarados can also OHKO Zekrom with Sucker Punch after a Shell Smash.

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1/2. I don't mind if you don't mention aboma, by +0/+2 I meant before and after a Shell Smash use

 

[prunyy]

Implemented. Ready for second QC. Thanks!

 

[RL]

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QC 2/2

[SET]
Zekrom @ Draco Plate / Leftovers / Lum Berry
Ability: Mold Breaker
EVs: 144 Atk / 56 Def / 252 SpA / 56 Spe
Rash Nature
- Dark Void / Spore / King's Shield
- Shell Smash
- Bolt Strike
- Judgment / Spacial Rend

[SET COMMENTS]
Mold Breaker Zekrom is a powerful mixed sweeper with decent bulk and a nearly unresisted STAB combo capable of OHKOing Giratina, Primal Groudon, and Wonder Guard Xerneas after a Shell Smash use not needed. King's Shield allows Zekrom to survive weaker revenging hits, like Lum Berry Mega Diancie's Extreme Speed from full and Mega Mewtwo X's Mach Punch is healthy. King's Shield allows Zekrom to survive revenge killing attempts from Pokemon like Pixilate Mega Diancie's Extreme Speed and Pure Power Mega Mewtwo X's Mach Punch if healthy. reworded Leftovers increases Zekrom's longevity, taking advantage of the turns gained from forcing switches and sleep turns the second use of turns isn't needed, and synergizes as well as synergizing just avoiding the 2 "and" in 3words with King's Shield. Dark Void and Spore are useful to hinder Pokemon that would otherwise not let Zekrom use Shell Smash, and gain turns to set up. The combination of Draco Plate and Judgment allow Zekrom to self Imposter-proof itself with a strong, spammable Dragon-type STAB move so the opponent cannot take advantage. Alternatively, Spacial Rend frees up Zekrom's item slot, though it is weaker than Draco Plate Judgment and makes Imposter-proofing Zekrom significantly more difficult. Lum Berry lets Zekrom use Shell Smash on an opposing Spore or Will-O-Wisp user switching in. 144 Atk EVs allows Zekrom to OHKO Xerneas at +2 and 56 Spe EVs lets Zekrom outspeed Choice Scarf Primal Groudon, both after a Shell Smash. after a Shell Smash.

Substitute + Baton Pass users, for example like Wonder Guard Xerneas, Mega Scizor, or Primal Kyogre, work well with Zekrom because as yes i know i'm a lil bit tedious with the wording but eh, looks better in the end they can safely bring Zekrom in, letting it Shell Smash and potentially sweep. Slow pivots also help in a similar fashion. This includes Wonder Guard users in particular, which are a valuable defensive backbone on almost any team. Shell Smash + Baton Pass users can also be an effective partner make for great partners just trying to make it plural to Zekrom in the same way. Safety Goggles Prankster Giratina, a very easy addition on almost any team, can also Imposter-proof Spore sets that run Judgment you don't want to bring Giratina in if your Zekrom is Spacial Rend. Primal Groudon is an extremely good teammate to Zekrom as it can act as a second Mold Breaker user that addresses revenge killers to Zekrom, or as a Shadow Tag user that can trap and remove Pixilate Diancie or the uncommon Refrigerate Abomasnow and revenge kills weakened Zekrom Imposters unless it has King's Shield.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Taunt is also an option for Zekrom's first moveslot. This allows it to completely shut down most Giratina, which run a set of four status moves. This forces Giratina to switch out and lets Zekrom use Shell Smash. However, it is less consistent compared to than easier to read Dark Void, which lets Zekrom set up with ease.

Shed Shell allows Zekrom to safely switch out as from Shadow Tag users like Primal Groudon and Mega Mewtwo X that threaten Zekrom with their super effective moves, as Zekrom gets trapped by Primal Groudon before Shell Smash and Mega Mewtwo X after a Shell Smash use However, using this item can reduce Zekrom's longevity or its power output without access to Leftovers or Draco Plate respectively.

Substitute can also be used with Leftovers. This helps against matchups like Lum Berry Huge Power Mega Gyarados become more consistent, in which Dark Void is not useful.

Checks and Counters
===================
**Prankster Giratina**: Although Zekrom has several measures to prevent getting forced to switch out by Giratina, it still poses a threat to Zekrom. It can use Encore on the turn Zekrom uses Shell Smash or King's Shield, forcing Zekrom to switch. Giratina can also use Destiny Bond to ensure a trade and get rid of Zekrom altogether.

**Wonder Guard Mega Audino**: Wonder Guard Mega Audino is immune to any Dragon type attacks Zekrom uses and can reliably tank Bolt Strike even after a Shell Smash if healthy. This discourages Zekrom from using a Dragon type attack if the opponent wants to switch to Giratina. Mega Audino can also help pivot into a revenge killer or Encore Giratina to threaten Zekrom.

**Ground and Fairy Type Coverage**: Pokemon such as Huge Power Mega Mewtwo-X with Thousand Arrows or Mega Mewtwo-Y and Protean Mega Latios with Moonblast can easily outspeed Zekrom and can KO it with these super effective moves.

**Faster Offensive Pokemon**: Faster Primal Groudon sets, such as Shadow Tag, and Mega Rayquaza also trouble Zekrom. They carry super effective moves such as Thousand Arrows on Primal Groudon and Draco Meteor on Choice Specs Mega Rayquaza that can easily KO it. Having bulkier Pokemon can help switch in to some of these attacks.

**Strong Priority**: Strong priority moves from Pokemon like Pixilate Mega Diancie or Huge Power Regigigas, who can switch in to any of Zekrom's unboosted moves, can threaten Zekrom, especially without King's Shield. Huge Power Mega Gyarados can also OHKO Zekrom with Sucker Punch after a Shell Smash.

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Good job, that's mostly just rewording, implement and QC 2 is done!

easy copy paste

[SET]
Zekrom @ Draco Plate / Leftovers / Lum Berry
Ability: Mold Breaker
EVs: 144 Atk / 56 Def / 252 SpA / 56 Spe
Rash Nature
- Dark Void / Spore / King's Shield
- Shell Smash
- Bolt Strike
- Judgment / Spacial Rend

[SET COMMENTS]
Mold Breaker Zekrom is a powerful mixed sweeper with decent bulk and a nearly unresisted STAB combo capable of OHKOing Giratina, Primal Groudon, and Wonder Guard Xerneas after a Shell Smash. King's Shield allows Zekrom to survive revenge killing attempts from Pokemon like Pixilate Mega Diancie's Extreme Speed and Pure Power Mega Mewtwo X's Mach Punch if healthy. Leftovers increases Zekrom's longevity, taking advantage of the turns gained from forcing switches and sleep, as well as synergizing with King's Shield. Dark Void and Spore are useful to hinder Pokemon that would otherwise not let Zekrom use Shell Smash, and gain turns to set up. The combination of Draco Plate and Judgment allow Zekrom to Imposter-proof itself with a strong, spammable Dragon-type STAB move so the opponent cannot take advantage. Alternatively, Spacial Rend frees up Zekrom's item slot, though it is weaker than Draco Plate Judgment and makes Imposter-proofing Zekrom significantly more difficult. Lum Berry lets Zekrom use Shell Smash on an opposing Spore or Will-O-Wisp user switching in. 144 Atk EVs allows Zekrom to OHKO Xerneas at +2 and 56 Spe EVs lets Zekrom outspeed Choice Scarf Primal Groudon after a Shell Smash.

Substitute + Baton Pass users, like Wonder Guard Xerneas, Mega Scizor, or Primal Kyogre, work well with Zekrom as they can safely bring Zekrom in, letting it Shell Smash and potentially sweep. Slow pivots also help in a similar fashion. This includes Wonder Guard users in particular, which are a valuable defensive backbone on almost any team. Shell Smash + Baton Pass users can also make for great partners in the same way. Safety Goggles Prankster Giratina, a very easy addition on almost any team, can also Imposter-proof Spore sets that run Judment. Primal Groudon is an extremely good teammate
as it can act as a second Mold Breaker user that addresses revenge killers to Zekrom, or as a Shadow Tag user that can trap and remove Pixilate Diancie or the uncommon Refrigerate Abomasnow and revenge kills weakened Zekrom Imposters unless it has King's Shield.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Taunt is also an option for Zekrom's first moveslot. This allows it to completely shut down most Giratina, which run a set of four status moves. This forces Giratina to switch out and lets Zekrom use Shell Smash. However, it is less consistent than
Dark Void, which lets Zekrom set up with ease.

Shed Shell allows Zekrom to safely switch out from Shadow Tag users like Primal Groudon and Mega Mewtwo X that threaten Zekrom with their super effective moves, as Zekrom gets trapped by Primal Groudon before Shell Smash and Mega Mewtwo X after a Shell Smash.
However, using this item can reduce Zekrom's longevity or its power output without access to Leftovers or Draco Plate respectively.

Substitute can also be used with Leftovers. This helps against matchups like Lum Berry Huge Power Mega Gyarados become more consistent, in which Dark Void is not useful.

Checks and Counters
===================
**Prankster Giratina**: Although Zekrom has several measures to prevent getting forced to switch out by Giratina, it still poses a threat to Zekrom. It can use Encore on the turn Zekrom uses Shell Smash or King's Shield, forcing Zekrom to switch. Giratina can also use Destiny Bond to ensure a trade and get rid of Zekrom altogether.

**Wonder Guard Mega Audino**: Wonder Guard Mega Audino is immune to any Dragon type attacks Zekrom uses and can reliably tank Bolt Strike even after a Shell Smash if healthy. This discourages Zekrom from using a Dragon type attack if the opponent wants to switch to Giratina. Mega Audino can also help pivot into a revenge killer or Encore Giratina to threaten Zekrom.

**Ground and Fairy Type Coverage**: Pokemon such as Huge Power Mega Mewtwo-X with Thousand Arrows or Mega Mewtwo-Y and Protean Mega Latios with Moonblast can easily outspeed Zekrom and can KO it with these super effective moves.

**Faster Offensive Pokemon**: Faster Primal Groudon sets, such as Shadow Tag, and Mega Rayquaza also trouble Zekrom. They carry super effective moves such as Thousand Arrows on Primal Groudon and Draco Meteor on Choice Specs Mega Rayquaza that can easily KO it. Having bulkier Pokemon can help switch in to some of these attacks.

**Strong Priority**: Strong priority moves from Pokemon like Pixilate Mega Diancie or Huge Power Regigigas, who can switch in to any of Zekrom's unboosted moves, can threaten Zekrom, especially without King's Shield. Huge Power Mega Gyarados can also OHKO Zekrom with Sucker Punch after a Shell Smash.

[SET CREDITS]
Written by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/prunyy.608901/
Quality checked by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/aerobee.515077/
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[prunyy]

Implemented. Ready for GP Team. Thanks!

 

[zinnias]

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AMGP

[SET]
Zekrom @ Draco Plate / Leftovers / Lum Berry
Ability: Mold Breaker
EVs: 144 Atk / 56 Def / 252 SpA / 56 Spe
Rash Nature
- Dark Void / Spore / King's Shield
- Shell Smash
- Bolt Strike
- Judgment / Spacial Rend

[SET COMMENTS]
Mold Breaker Zekrom is a powerful mixed sweeper with decent bulk and a nearly unresisted STAB combo capable of OHKOing Giratina, Primal Groudon, and Wonder Guard Xerneas after a Shell Smash. King's Shield allows Zekrom to survive revenge killing attempts from Pokemon moves (you were talking about the moves not the Pokemon) like Pixilate Mega Diancie's Extreme Speed and Pure Power Mega Mewtwo X's Mach Punch if healthy. Leftovers increases Zekrom's longevity, taking advantage of the turns gained from forcing switches and sleep, as well as synergizing with King's Shield. Dark Void and Spore are useful to hinder Pokemon that would otherwise not let prevent Zekrom use from using Shell Smash (RC) and gain turns to set up. The combination of Draco Plate and Judgment allows Zekrom to Imposter-proof itself with a strong, spammable Dragon-type STAB move so that the opponent cannot take advantage of. Alternatively, Spacial Rend frees up Zekrom's item slot, though it is weaker than Draco Plate Judgment and makes Imposter-proofing Zekrom significantly more difficult. Lum Berry lets Zekrom use Shell Smash on an opposing Spore or Will-O-Wisp user switching in. 144 Atk EVs allows Zekrom to OHKO Xerneas at +2 and 56 Spe EVs lets Zekrom outspeed Choice Scarf Primal Groudon after a Shell Smash.

Substitute + Baton Pass users, like Wonder Guard Xerneas, Mega Scizor, or and Primal Kyogre, work well with Zekrom, (AC) as they can safely bring Zekrom in, letting it Shell Smash and potentially sweep. Slow pivots also help in a similar fashion, (comma > period) This includes particularly Wonder Guard users in particular, which are a valuable defensive backbone on almost any team. Shell Smash + Baton Pass users can also make for great partners in the same way. Safety Goggles Prankster Giratina, a very easy addition on almost any team, can also Imposter-proof Spore sets that run Judgment. Primal Groudon is an extremely good teammate, (AC) as it can act as a second Mold Breaker user that addresses revenge killers to Zekrom, or as a Shadow Tag user that can trap and remove Pixilate Diancie or the uncommon Refrigerate Abomasnow and revenge kills weakened Imposter users copying Zekrom, (AC) Imposters unless it Zekrom has King's Shield.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Taunt is also an option for Zekrom's first moveslot. This It allows it Zekrom to completely shut down most Giratina sets, which run a set of four status moves. This forces Giratina to switch out and lets Zekrom use Shell Smash. However, it is less consistent than Dark Void, which lets Zekrom set up with ease. Shed Shell allows Zekrom to safely switch out from Shadow Tag users like Primal Groudon and Mega Mewtwo X that threaten Zekrom with their super effective moves, as Zekrom gets trapped by Primal Groudon before Shell Smash and Mega Mewtwo X after a Shell Smash.
However, using this item can reduce Zekrom's longevity or its power output without access to Leftovers or Draco Plate, (AC) respectively. Substitute can also be used with Leftovers. This helps against matchups like Lum Berry Huge Power Mega Gyarados become more consistent, in which as Dark Void is not useful. fixed formatting, this is supposed to just be a paragraph

Checks and Counters
===================
**Prankster Giratina**: Although Zekrom has several measures to prevent getting forced to switch out by Giratina, it still poses a threat to Zekrom. It can use Encore on the turn Zekrom uses Shell Smash or King's Shield, forcing Zekrom to switch. Giratina can also use Destiny Bond to ensure a trade and get rid of Zekrom altogether.

**Wonder Guard Mega Audino**: Wonder Guard Mega Audino is immune to any Dragon-type (AH) attacks Zekrom uses and can reliably tank Bolt Strike even after a Shell Smash if healthy. This discourages Zekrom from using a Dragon-type (AH) attack if the opponent wants to switch to Giratina. Mega Audino can also help pivot into a revenge killer or Encore Giratina to threaten Zekrom. (not my place to say, but surely as Zekrom is a mold breaker user, the "wonder guard" part doesn't matter? If this is the case, you can remove the words wonder guard)

**Ground- (AH) and Fairy-type Type Coverage**: Pokemon such as Huge Power Mega Mewtwo-X with Thousand Arrows or and Mega Mewtwo-Y and Protean Mega Latios with Moonblast can easily outspeed Zekrom and can KO it with theirse super effective moves.

**Faster Offensive Pokemon**: Faster Primal Groudon sets, such as Shadow Tag, and Mega Rayquaza also trouble Zekrom. They carry super effective moves such as Thousand Arrows on Primal Groudon and Draco Meteor on Choice Specs Mega Rayquaza that can easily KO it. Having bulkier Pokemon teammates can help switch in to some of these attacks.

**Strong Priority**: Strong priority moves from Pokemon like Pixilate Mega Diancie or and Huge Power Regigigas, whicho can switch in to any of Zekrom's unboosted moves, can threaten Zekrom, especially without King's Shield. Huge Power Mega Gyarados can also OHKO Zekrom with Sucker Punch after a Shell Smash.

[SET CREDITS]
Written by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/prunyy.608901/
Quality checked by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/aerobee.515077/
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/rl.554093/

Grammar checked by:

 

[prunyy]

AMGP add remove comment

AMGP

[SET]
Zekrom @ Draco Plate / Leftovers / Lum Berry
Ability: Mold Breaker
EVs: 144 Atk / 56 Def / 252 SpA / 56 Spe
Rash Nature
- Dark Void / Spore / King's Shield
- Shell Smash
- Bolt Strike
- Judgment / Spacial Rend

[SET COMMENTS]
Mold Breaker Zekrom is a powerful mixed sweeper with decent bulk and a nearly unresisted STAB combo capable of OHKOing Giratina, Primal Groudon, and Wonder Guard Xerneas after a Shell Smash. King's Shield allows Zekrom to survive revenge killing attempts from Pokemon moves (you were talking about the moves not the Pokemon) like Pixilate Mega Diancie's Extreme Speed and Pure Power Mega Mewtwo X's Mach Punch if healthy. Leftovers increases Zekrom's longevity, taking advantage of the turns gained from forcing switches and sleep, as well as synergizing with King's Shield. Dark Void and Spore are useful to hinder Pokemon that would otherwise not let prevent Zekrom use from using Shell Smash (RC) and gain turns to set up. The combination of Draco Plate and Judgment allows Zekrom to Imposter-proof itself with a strong, spammable Dragon-type STAB move so that the opponent cannot take advantage of. Alternatively, Spacial Rend frees up Zekrom's item slot, though it is weaker than Draco Plate Judgment and makes Imposter-proofing Zekrom significantly more difficult. Lum Berry lets Zekrom use Shell Smash on an opposing Spore or Will-O-Wisp user switching in. 144 Atk EVs allows Zekrom to OHKO Xerneas at +2 and 56 Spe EVs lets Zekrom outspeed Choice Scarf Primal Groudon after a Shell Smash.

Substitute + Baton Pass users, like Wonder Guard Xerneas, Mega Scizor, or and Primal Kyogre, work well with Zekrom, (AC) as they can safely bring Zekrom in, letting it Shell Smash and potentially sweep. Slow pivots also help in a similar fashion, (comma > period) This includes particularly Wonder Guard users in particular, which are a valuable defensive backbone on almost any team. Shell Smash + Baton Pass users can also make for great partners in the same way. Safety Goggles Prankster Giratina, a very easy addition on almost any team, can also Imposter-proof Spore sets that run Judgment. Primal Groudon is an extremely good teammate, (AC) as it can act as a second Mold Breaker user that addresses revenge killers to Zekrom, or as a Shadow Tag user that can trap and remove Pixilate Diancie or the uncommon Refrigerate Abomasnow and revenge kills weakened Imposter users copying Zekrom, (AC) Imposters unless it Zekrom has King's Shield.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Taunt is also an option for Zekrom's first moveslot. This It allows it Zekrom to completely shut down most Giratina sets, which run a set of four status moves. This forces Giratina to switch out and lets Zekrom use Shell Smash. However, it is less consistent than Dark Void, which lets Zekrom set up with ease. Shed Shell allows Zekrom to safely switch out from Shadow Tag users like Primal Groudon and Mega Mewtwo X that threaten Zekrom with their super effective moves, as Zekrom gets trapped by Primal Groudon before Shell Smash and Mega Mewtwo X after a Shell Smash.
However, using this item can reduce Zekrom's longevity or its power output without access to Leftovers or Draco Plate, (AC) respectively. Substitute can also be used with Leftovers. This helps against matchups like Lum Berry Huge Power Mega Gyarados become more consistent, in which as Dark Void is not useful. fixed formatting, this is supposed to just be a paragraph

Checks and Counters
===================
**Prankster Giratina**: Although Zekrom has several measures to prevent getting forced to switch out by Giratina, it still poses a threat to Zekrom. It can use Encore on the turn Zekrom uses Shell Smash or King's Shield, forcing Zekrom to switch. Giratina can also use Destiny Bond to ensure a trade and get rid of Zekrom altogether.

**Wonder Guard Mega Audino**: Wonder Guard Mega Audino is immune to any Dragon-type (AH) attacks Zekrom uses and can reliably tank Bolt Strike even after a Shell Smash if healthy. This discourages Zekrom from using a Dragon-type (AH) attack if the opponent wants to switch to Giratina. Mega Audino can also help pivot into a revenge killer or Encore Giratina to threaten Zekrom. (not my place to say, but surely as Zekrom is a mold breaker user, the "wonder guard" part doesn't matter? If this is the case, you can remove the words wonder guard)

**Ground- (AH) and Fairy-type Type Coverage**: Pokemon such as Huge Power Mega Mewtwo-X with Thousand Arrows or and Mega Mewtwo-Y and Protean Mega Latios with Moonblast can easily outspeed Zekrom and can KO it with theirse super effective moves.

**Faster Offensive Pokemon**: Faster Primal Groudon sets, such as Shadow Tag, and Mega Rayquaza also trouble Zekrom. They carry super effective moves such as Thousand Arrows on Primal Groudon and Draco Meteor on Choice Specs Mega Rayquaza that can easily KO it. Having bulkier Pokemon teammates can help switch in to some of these attacks.

**Strong Priority**: Strong priority moves from Pokemon like Pixilate Mega Diancie or and Huge Power Regigigas, whicho can switch in to any of Zekrom's unboosted moves, can threaten Zekrom, especially without King's Shield. Huge Power Mega Gyarados can also OHKO Zekrom with Sucker Punch after a Shell Smash.

[SET CREDITS]
Written by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/prunyy.608901/
Quality checked by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/aerobee.515077/
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/rl.554093/

Grammar checked by:

Implemented, thanks!

 

[SolarBeam]

1/1, GP Team done
Crediting zinnias too.

zekrom

blue = add
red = remove
(orange) = comment

[SET]
Zekrom @ Draco Plate / Leftovers / Lum Berry
Ability: Mold Breaker
EVs: 144 Atk / 56 Def / 252 SpA / 56 Spe
Rash Nature
- Dark Void / Spore / King's Shield
- Shell Smash
- Bolt Strike
- Judgment / Spacial Rend

[SET COMMENTS]
Mold Breaker Zekrom is a powerful mixed sweeper with decent bulk and a nearly unresisted STAB combo combination, (AC) capable of OHKOing Giratina, Primal Groudon, and Wonder Guard Xerneas after a Shell Smash. King's Shield allows Zekrom to survive revenge killing attempts from moves like Pixilate Mega Diancie's Extreme Speed and Pure Power Mega Mewtwo X's Mach Punch if healthy. Leftovers increases Zekrom's longevity, taking advantage of the turns gained from forcing switches and sleep, as well as synergizing with King's Shield. Dark Void and Spore are useful to hinder Pokemon that would otherwise prevent Zekrom from using Shell Smash and gain turns to set up. The combination of Draco Plate and Judgment allows Zekrom to Imposter-proof itself with a strong, spammable Dragon-type STAB move that the opponent foes cannot take advantage of. Alternatively, Spacial Rend frees up Zekrom's item slot, though it is weaker than Draco Plate Judgment and makes Imposter-proofing Zekrom significantly more difficult. Lum Berry lets Zekrom use Shell Smash on against an opposing Spore or Will-O-Wisp user switching in. 144 Atk EVs allow Zekrom to OHKO Xerneas at +2, (AC) and 56 Spe EVs let Zekrom it outspeed Choice Scarf Primal Groudon after a Shell Smash.

Substitute + Baton Pass users, like Wonder Guard Xerneas, Mega Scizor, and Primal Kyogre, work well with Zekrom, as they can safely bring Zekrom in, letting it use Shell Smash and potentially sweep. Slow pivots also help in a similar fashion, particularly Wonder Guard users, which are a valuable defensive backbone on almost any team. Shell Smash + Baton Pass users can also make for great partners in the same way. Safety Goggles Prankster Giratina, a very easy addition on almost any team, can also Imposter-proof Spore sets that run Judgment. Primal Groudon is an extremely good teammate, as it can act as a second Mold Breaker user that addresses revenge killers to Zekrom (RC) or as a Shadow Tag user that can trap and remove Pixilate Diancie or the uncommon Refrigerate Abomasnow and revenge kill weakened Imposter users copying Zekrom, unless Zekrom has King's Shield.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Taunt is also an option for Zekrom's first moveslot. It allows Zekrom to completely shut down most Giratina sets, which run a set of four status moves. This forces Giratina to switch out and lets Zekrom use Shell Smash. However, it is less consistent than (remove line break) Dark Void, which lets Zekrom set up with ease. Shed Shell allows Zekrom to safely switch out from against Shadow Tag users like Primal Groudon and Mega Mewtwo X that threaten Zekrom it with their super effective moves, as Zekrom it gets trapped by Primal Groudon before Shell Smash and Mega Mewtwo X after a Shell Smash. However, using this item Shed Shell can reduce Zekrom's longevity or its power output without access to Leftovers or Draco Plate, respectively. Substitute can also be used with Leftovers. This helps matchups like Lum Berry Huge Power Mega Gyarados become more consistent, as Dark Void is not useful there.

Checks and Counters
===================
**Prankster Giratina**: Although Zekrom has several measures to prevent getting forced out by Giratina, it still poses a threat to Zekrom. It can use Encore on the turn Zekrom uses Shell Smash or King's Shield, forcing Zekrom to switch. Giratina can also use Destiny Bond to ensure a trade and get rid of Zekrom altogether.

**Mega Audino**: Wonder Guard Mega Audino is immune to any Dragon-type attacks Zekrom uses and can reliably tank Bolt Strike even after a Shell Smash if healthy. This discourages Zekrom from using a Dragon-type attack if the opponent wants to switch to Giratina. Mega Audino can also help pivot into a revenge killer or Encore Giratina to threaten Zekrom.

**Ground- and Fairy-type Coverage**: Pokemon such as Huge Power Mega Mewtwo-X with Thousand Arrows and Mega Mewtwo-Y and Protean Mega Latios with Moonblast can easily outspeed Zekrom and can KO it with their super effective moves.

**Faster Offensive Pokemon**: Faster Primal Groudon sets, such as sets with Shadow Tag, and Mega Rayquaza also trouble Zekrom. They carry super effective moves such as Thousand Arrows on Primal Groudon and Draco Meteor on Choice Specs Mega Rayquaza that can easily KO it. Having bulkier Bulkier teammates can help switch in to into some of these attacks.

**Strong Priority**: Strong priority moves from Pokemon like Pixilate Mega Diancie and Huge Power Regigigas, which can switch in to into any of Zekrom's unboosted moves, can threaten Zekrom, especially without King's Shield. Huge Power Mega Gyarados can also OHKO Zekrom with Sucker Punch after a Shell Smash.

[SET CREDITS]
Written by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/prunyy.608901/
Quality checked by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/aerobee.515077/
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/rl.554093/
Grammar checked by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/zinnias.569291/
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/solarbeam.470115/

 

[prunyy]

Implemented, ready for upload. Thanks everyone!