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Zapdos-Galar @ Life Orb
Ability: Magic Guard
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Adamant Nature
- Thunderous Kick
- Brave Bird
- U-turn
- Close Combat
MGLO Zapdos-Galar is a powerful breaker, with Thunderous Kick helping it power through common defensive Pokemon with minimal chip. This makes it pair very well with Garchomp, who shares many of the same checks as Zapdos-G. The two form a strong overload core against most team, as Zapdos-G can significantly damage Pokemon such as Corviknight and Skarmory, allowing Garchomp to clean up the remaining Pokemon. Zapdos also resists Grass-type moves, allowing it to switch in on Pokemon like Zarude and Tapu Bulu, whose priority moves threaten major damage against Garchomp. Due to Magic Gaurd, Zapdos is also able to stay healthy over longer games, as it cannot be worn down by hazards or Rocky Helmet. One caveat is that this core has trouble vs Choice Scarf Tapu Fini, so Pokemon who can threaten it, such as Tapu Koko and Genesect, are good partners.
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