Monotype Skarmory (Steel) [QC: 2/2] [GP: 1/1]

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Steel

[SET]
Skarmory @ Rocky Helmet
Name: IronPress (Steel)
Ability: Sturdy
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpD
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Spikes
- Iron Defense
- Body Press
- Roost


[SET COMMENTS]
Skarmory provides a lot of utility for Steel-type teams, acting as a Spikes setter, a Ground-immune Pokemon, and an immovable physical wall. Skarmory's incredible defense stat, alongside its phenomenal defensive typing, allows it to check some of the most threatening physically oriented offensive threats in the tier such as Great Tusk, Roaring Moon, Sneasler, and Excadrill. Skarmory thrives by setting Spikes in front of Pokemon that can't touch it and have to switch out to make progress. Iron Defense allows Skarmory to remain on an even playing field if opposing setup sweepers such as Iron Defense Zamazenta and Dragonite attempt to set up. Body Press deals huge damage to opposing Steel-, Dark-, and Ice-type Pokemon such as Kingambit, Iron Treads, Chien-Pao, Hisuian Samurott, and Mamoswine. Rocky Helmet allows Skarmory to deal more passive damage to physical threats such as Kingambit and Iron Hands, as well as dissuading the use of pivot moves like U-turn and Flip Turn.

Skarmory's Spikes support is greatly appreciated by offensive teammates, as it allows them to have an easier time dealing with defensive staples such as Toxapex, Archaludon, Ursaluna-B, and Dondozo. Swords Dance Kingambit is able to have an easier time dealing with defensive staples such as Toxapex, Swampert, and Alolan Muk, as the entry hazard damage makes it very difficult for them to switch in. Choice Scarf Gholdengo also pairs nicely with Skarmory, as it can block both Defog and Rapid Spin, ensuring that Spikes remain on the field. Gholdengo can also deal with Flutter Mane and mixed mttacking Iron Valiant, two threats to Skarmory. In return, Skarmory is able to deal with Gholdengo's counters in Chien-Pao, Excadrill, and Kingambit. Archaludon is another great teammate for Skarmory, as the two form a threatening entry hazard-stacking core with Archaludon's Stealth Rock. Archaludon also handles physical Fire-type attackers such as Hisuian Arcanine and Ogerpon-H that Skarmory struggles with, as well as handling Dragon-type Pokemon via Draco Meteor. Iron Treads is able to switch into Electric-type attacks that would otherwise make quick work of Skarmory, as well as being able to remove hazards via Rapid Spin. Iron Treads is also capable of beating mixed Garchomp and Landorus. Air Balloon Heatran and Skarmory form a nice pair, as Heatran can switch into Fire-type attacks, while Skarmory can switch into Ground-type attacks to preserve Heatran. Heatran aids greatly in the Steel mirror match by taking out Gholdengo while also providing additional hazard support with Stealth Rock. Empoleon is capable of switching in to protect Skarmory from Fire- and Water-type attacks. Empoleon also has the additional benefit of being able to remove Heavy-Duty Boots from the opposing team with Knock Off. Additionally, Empoleon can use Flip Turn to get Skarmory in safely, provide additional hazard support via Stealth Rock, and recover HP with Roost. Hisuian Goodra is another great special wall, able to switch into Electric-type attacks that would otherwise make quick work of Skarmory. Hisuian Goodra is also capable of removing Heavy-Duty Boots from foes thanks to Knock Off. Additionally, Hisuian Goodra has a wide array of moves that make it capable of beating potent special attackers such as Dragapult, Landorus, and Gholdengo. Other sweepers such as Swords Dance Scizor, Lucario, and Iron Crown are all excellent teammates for Skarmory, as the extra damage from entry hazards goes a long way.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
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Steel
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Heavy-Duty Boots is an option for teams that lack entry hazard removal.

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Steel

[SET]
Skarmory @ Rocky Helmet
Name: IronPress (Steel)
Ability: Sturdy
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpD
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Spikes
- Iron Defense
- Body Press
- Roost


[SET COMMENTS]
Skarmory provides a lot of utility for Steel-type teams, acting as a Spike setter, Ground-type immunity, and an immovable physical wall. Skarmory's incredible defense stat, alongside its phenomenal defensive-typing, allows it to check some of the most threatening physically oriented offensive threats in the tier such as Great Tusk, Baxcalibur, Roaring Moon, Sneasler, and Excadrill. Iron Defense allows Skarmory to remain on an even playing field if opposing setup sweepers attempt to boost their attack.(Like?) Body Press works excellently with Skarmory, utilizing the defense stat to deal huge damage to opposing Steel-type Pokemon, as well as Dark- and Ice- types, such as Kingambit, Iron Treads, Chien Pao, Hisuian Samurott, and Mamoswine. Rocky Helmet fits Skarmory very nicely, as it allows Skarmory to deal more passive damage to physical threats (Like?), as well as dissuading the use of pivot moves like U-turn and Flip Turn. An Impish nature and maximum HP and Defense investment makes Skarmory one of the bulkiest Pokemon in the entire tier.(This part is not necessary as you already talk about what skarm walls.)

Skarmory's Spike support is greatly appreciated by offensive teammates such as Kingambit and Gholdengo, as it allows them to have an easier time dealing with defensive staples such as Toxapex, Swampert, and Alolan Muk.(Put Kingambit and Gholdengo in two different sentences as they do different things for skarmory. also what set is Gholdengo running to take out Skarmory threats... Scarf? Specs? Nasty Plot?) Gholdengo also pairs nicely with Skarmory as it can block both Defog and Rapid Spin, ensuring that the Spikes remain on the field. (What mons do Skarmory take out for Gholdengo? For example Skarmory takes out Excadrill and Chien Pao with Body Press for Gholdengo) Archaludon is another great teammate for Skarmory, as the two form a threatening entry hazard stacking core with Archaludon's Stealth Rock.(Mention how Archaludon handles Hisuian Arcanine, Ogerpon-Heartflame for Skarmory.) Iron Treads is able to switch into Electric-type attacks that would otherwise make quick work of Skarmory, as well as being able to remove hazards with Rapid Spin from the users side of the field, while leaving them up on the opponent's side. Air Balloon Heatran and Skarmory form a nice pair, as Heatran acts as a special wall that can switch into Fire-type attacks, while Skarmory can switch into Ground-type attacks to preserve Heatran. (Mention how Heatran helps in the steel mirror, providing Stealth Rock.) Although not immune to Fire-type attacks, Empoleon is also capable of switching in to protect Skarmory.(What mons do Empoleon switch in/tank for Skarmory? What mons do Empoleon pressure for Skarmory?) Empoleon also has the additional benefit of being able to remove Heavy Duty-Boots from the opposing team with Knock Off. (Mention how empoleon also provides hazards with Stealth Rock while pivoting Skarmory in safely with Flip turn.)

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Big Bird

Steel

[SET]
Skarmory @ Rocky Helmet
Name: IronPress (Steel)
Ability: Sturdy
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpD
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Spikes
- Iron Defense
- Body Press
- Roost


[SET COMMENTS]
Skarmory provides a lot of utility for Steel-type teams, acting as a Spike setter, Ground-type immunity, and an immovable physical wall. Skarmory's incredible defense stat, alongside its phenomenal defensive-typing, allows it to check some of the most threatening physically oriented offensive threats in the tier such as Great Tusk, Baxcalibur, Roaring Moon, Sneasler, and Excadrill. Iron Defense allows Skarmory to remain on an even playing field if opposing setup sweepers attempt to boost their attack.(Like?) Body Press works excellently with Skarmory, utilizing the defense stat to deal huge damage to opposing Steel-type Pokemon, as well as Dark- and Ice- types, such as Kingambit, Iron Treads, Chien Pao, Hisuian Samurott, and Mamoswine. Rocky Helmet fits Skarmory very nicely, as it allows Skarmory to deal more passive damage to physical threats (Like?), as well as dissuading the use of pivot moves like U-turn and Flip Turn. An Impish nature and maximum HP and Defense investment makes Skarmory one of the bulkiest Pokemon in the entire tier.(This part is not necessary as you already talk about what skarm walls.)

Skarmory's Spike support is greatly appreciated by offensive teammates such as Kingambit and Gholdengo, as it allows them to have an easier time dealing with defensive staples such as Toxapex, Swampert, and Alolan Muk.(Put Kingambit and Gholdengo in two different sentences as they do different things for skarmory. also what set is Gholdengo running to take out Skarmory threats... Scarf? Specs? Nasty Plot?) Gholdengo also pairs nicely with Skarmory as it can block both Defog and Rapid Spin, ensuring that the Spikes remain on the field. (What mons do Skarmory take out for Gholdengo? For example Skarmory takes out Excadrill and Chien Pao with Body Press for Gholdengo) Archaludon is another great teammate for Skarmory, as the two form a threatening entry hazard stacking core with Archaludon's Stealth Rock.(Mention how Archaludon handles Hisuian Arcanine, Ogerpon-Heartflame for Skarmory.) Iron Treads is able to switch into Electric-type attacks that would otherwise make quick work of Skarmory, as well as being able to remove hazards with Rapid Spin from the users side of the field, while leaving them up on the opponent's side. Air Balloon Heatran and Skarmory form a nice pair, as Heatran acts as a special wall that can switch into Fire-type attacks, while Skarmory can switch into Ground-type attacks to preserve Heatran. (Mention how Heatran helps in the steel mirror, providing Stealth Rock.) Although not immune to Fire-type attacks, Empoleon is also capable of switching in to protect Skarmory.(What mons do Empoleon switch in/tank for Skarmory? What mons do Empoleon pressure for Skarmory?) Empoleon also has the additional benefit of being able to remove Heavy Duty-Boots from the opposing team with Knock Off. (Mention how empoleon also provides hazards with Stealth Rock while pivoting Skarmory in safely with Flip turn.)

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Steel

[SET]
Skarmory @ Rocky Helmet
Name: IronPress (Steel)
Ability: Sturdy
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpD
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Spikes
- Iron Defense
- Body Press
- Roost


[SET COMMENTS]
Skarmory provides a lot of utility for Steel-type teams, acting as a Spike setter, Ground-type immunity, and an immovable physical wall. Skarmory's incredible defense stat, alongside its phenomenal defensive-typing, allows it to check some of the most threatening physically oriented offensive threats in the tier such as Great Tusk, Baxcalibur, Roaring Moon, Sneasler, and Excadrill. Iron Defense allows Skarmory to remain on an even playing field if opposing setup sweepers such as Iron Defense Zamazenta and Hisuian Lilligant attempt to boost their attack. Body Press works excellently with Skarmory, utilizing the defense stat to deal huge damage to opposing Steel-type Pokemon, as well as Dark- and Ice- types, such as Kingambit, Iron Treads, Chien Pao, Hisuian Samurott, and Mamoswine. Rocky Helmet fits Skarmory very nicely, as it allows Skarmory to deal more passive damage to physical threats such as Kingambit and Slither Wing, as well as dissuading the use of pivot moves like U-turn and Flip Turn.

Skarmory's Spike support is greatly appreciated by offensive teammates, as it allows them to have an easier time dealing with defensive staples such as Toxapex, Swampert, and Alolan Muk. Swords Dance Kingambit is able to have an easier time dealing with defensive staples such as Toxapex, Swampert and Alolan Muk, as the hazard damage makes it very difficult to switch in. Choice Scarf Gholdengo also pairs nicely with Skarmory as it can block both Defog and Rapid Spin, ensuring that the Spikes remain on the field.(Mention how Gholdengo taking out Special Attackers like Flutter Mane and Mix Attacking Iron Valiant with Make it Rain.) Skarmory is also able to deal with Gholdengo's counters in Chien-Pao, Excadrill and Kingambit. KinArchaludon is another great teammate for Skarmory, as the two form a threatening entry hazard stacking core with Archaludon's Stealth Rock. Archaludon also handles Physical Fire-type attackers such as Hisuian Arcanine and Ogerpon-Hearthflame that Skarmory struggles with. Iron Treads is able to switch into Electric-type attacks that would otherwise make quick work of Skarmory, as well as being able to remove hazards via Rapid Spin. AIr Air Balloon Heatran and Skarmory form a nice pair, as Heatran acts as a special wall that can switch into Fire-type attacks, while Skarmory can switch into Ground-type attacks to preserve Heatran. Heatran aids greately in the Steel mirror match by taking out Gholdengo, while also providing and it can provide additional hazard support with Stealth Rock. Although not immune to Fire-type attacks, Empoleon is also capable of switching in to protect Skarmory. Empoleon also has the additional benefit of being able to remove Heavy Duty-Boots from the opposing team with Knock Off. Empoleon can also use Flip Turn to get Skarmory in safely, as well as providing additional hazard support via Stealth Rock. Hisuian Goodra is another great Special wall, able to switch into Electric attacks that would make quick work of Skarmory. Hisuian Goodra is also capable of removing opponents Heavy Duty Boots thanks to Knock Off.

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Big Bird rahhh

Steel

[SET]
Skarmory @ Rocky Helmet
Name: IronPress (Steel)
Ability: Sturdy
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpD
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Spikes
- Iron Defense
- Body Press
- Roost


[SET COMMENTS]
Skarmory provides a lot of utility for Steel-type teams, acting as a Spike setter, Ground-type immunity, and an immovable physical wall. Skarmory's incredible defense stat, alongside its phenomenal defensive-typing, allows it to check some of the most threatening physically oriented offensive threats in the tier such as Great Tusk, Baxcalibur, Roaring Moon, Sneasler, and Excadrill. Iron Defense allows Skarmory to remain on an even playing field if opposing setup sweepers such as Iron Defense Zamazenta and Hisuian Lilligant attempt to boost their attack. Body Press works excellently with Skarmory, utilizing the defense stat to deal huge damage to opposing Steel-type Pokemon, as well as Dark- and Ice- types, such as Kingambit, Iron Treads, Chien Pao, Hisuian Samurott, and Mamoswine. Rocky Helmet fits Skarmory very nicely, as it allows Skarmory to deal more passive damage to physical threats such as Kingambit and Slither Wing, as well as dissuading the use of pivot moves like U-turn and Flip Turn.

Skarmory's Spike support is greatly appreciated by offensive teammates, as it allows them to have an easier time dealing with defensive staples such as Toxapex, Swampert, and Alolan Muk. Swords Dance Kingambit is able to have an easier time dealing with defensive staples such as Toxapex, Swampert and Alolan Muk, as the hazard damage makes it very difficult to switch in. Choice Scarf Gholdengo also pairs nicely with Skarmory as it can block both Defog and Rapid Spin, ensuring that the Spikes remain on the field.(Mention how Gholdengo taking out Special Attackers like Flutter Mane and Mix Attacking Iron Valiant with Make it Rain.) Skarmory is also able to deal with Gholdengo's counters in Chien-Pao, Excadrill and Kingambit. KinArchaludon is another great teammate for Skarmory, as the two form a threatening entry hazard stacking core with Archaludon's Stealth Rock. Archaludon also handles Physical Fire-type attackers such as Hisuian Arcanine and Ogerpon-Hearthflame that Skarmory struggles with. Iron Treads is able to switch into Electric-type attacks that would otherwise make quick work of Skarmory, as well as being able to remove hazards via Rapid Spin. AIr Air Balloon Heatran and Skarmory form a nice pair, as Heatran acts as a special wall that can switch into Fire-type attacks, while Skarmory can switch into Ground-type attacks to preserve Heatran. Heatran aids greately in the Steel mirror match by taking out Gholdengo, while also providing and it can provide additional hazard support with Stealth Rock. Although not immune to Fire-type attacks, Empoleon is also capable of switching in to protect Skarmory. Empoleon also has the additional benefit of being able to remove Heavy Duty-Boots from the opposing team with Knock Off. Empoleon can also use Flip Turn to get Skarmory in safely, as well as providing additional hazard support via Stealth Rock. Hisuian Goodra is another great Special wall, able to switch into Electric attacks that would make quick work of Skarmory. Hisuian Goodra is also capable of removing opponents Heavy Duty Boots thanks to Knock Off.

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implemented, I wouldve done this sooner but I thought I already did it for some reason, sorry

 

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Steel

[SET]
Skarmory @ Rocky Helmet
Name: IronPress (Steel)
Ability: Sturdy
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpD
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Spikes
- Iron Defense
- Body Press
- Roost


[SET COMMENTS]
Skarmory provides a lot of utility for Steel-type teams, acting as a Spike setter, Ground-type immunity, and an immovable physical wall. Skarmory's incredible defense stat, alongside its phenomenal defensive-typing, allows it to check some of the most threatening physically oriented offensive threats in the tier such as Great Tusk, Baxcalibur, Roaring Moon, Sneasler, and Excadrill. Iron Defense allows Skarmory to remain on an even playing field if opposing setup sweepers such as Iron Defense Zamazenta and Hisuian Lilligant (H.Lili not a problem on Steel because of Gholdengo. Perhaps Dragonite would be better) attempt to boost their attack. Body Press works excellently with Skarmory, utilizing the defense stat to deal huge damage to opposing Steel-type Pokemon, as well as Dark- and Ice- types, such as Kingambit, Iron Treads, Chien Pao, Hisuian Samurott, and Mamoswine. Rocky Helmet fits Skarmory very nicely, as it allows Skarmory to deal more passive damage to physical threats such as Kingambit and Slither Wing (really odd example, perhaps something like Iron Hands or Sneas be better?), as well as dissuading the use of pivot moves like U-turn and Flip Turn.
*nitpick is that I see x works (adjective) Skarmory is overused. all of these moves are good for skarmy thats why its there, you dont have to reiterate this much. Maybe cut down those stuff to only one
*Where spike. Mention when you use spikes/how you use them

Skarmory's Spike support is greatly appreciated by offensive teammates, as it allows them to have an easier time dealing with defensive staples such as Toxapex, Swampert, and Alolan Muk. Swords Dance Kingambit is able to have an easier time dealing with defensive staples such as Toxapex, Swampert and Alolan Muk (Swampert and Muk shouldnt swap into gambit, Archaludon, Ursaluna-B, Dondozo might be better examples), as the hazard damage makes it very difficult to switch in. Choice Scarf Gholdengo also pairs nicely with Skarmory as it can block both Defog and Rapid Spin, ensuring that the Spikes remain on the field. Gholdengo can also deal with Flutter Mane and Mixed Attacking Iron Valiant, two threats to Skarmory. Skarmory is also able to deal with Gholdengo's counters in Chien-Pao, Excadrill and Kingambit. Archaludon is another great teammate for Skarmory, as the two form a threatening entry hazard stacking core with Archaludon's Stealth Rock. Archaludon also handles Physical Fire-type attackers such as Hisuian Arcanine and Ogerpon-Hearthflame that Skarmory struggles with (also bonks stinky dragons >:c). Iron Treads is able to switch into Electric-type attacks that would otherwise make quick work of Skarmory, as well as being able to remove hazards via Rapid Spin (also removes mixchomp/lando-I). Air Balloon Heatran and Skarmory form a nice pair, as Heatran acts as a special wall (air balloon heatran isnt a special wall. Either mention two different meowtrans, or just remove the special wall part) that can switch into Fire-type attacks, while Skarmory can switch into Ground-type attacks to preserve Heatran. Heatran aids greately greatly in the Steel mirror match by taking out Gholdengo, while also providing additional hazard support with Stealth Rock. Although not immune to Fire-type attacks, Empoleon is also capable of switching in to protect Skarmory (mention fire/water attacks tho, its main draw vs meowtran is that it eats water moves well+recovery at least). Empoleon also has the additional benefit of being able to remove Heavy Duty-Boots from the opposing team with Knock Off. Empoleon can also use Flip Turn to get Skarmory in safely, as well as providing additional hazard support via Stealth Rock. Hisuian Goodra is another great Special wall, able to switch into Electric attacks that would make quick work of Skarmory. Hisuian Goodra is also capable of removing opponents Heavy Duty Boots thanks to Knock Off (its also ok against spattackers like Pult, Ghold, and Lando-I due to its wide movepool).
Miscellaneous sweepers like Swords Dance Scizor, Lucario, and Iron Crown are worth noting, since spikes are spikes.

add other options-> Heavy-Duty Boots (Some steel teams forgo removal)

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QC 2/2, thank you Royal

 

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Steel

[SET]
Skarmory @ Rocky Helmet
Name: IronPress (Steel)
Ability: Sturdy
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpD
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Spikes
- Iron Defense
- Body Press
- Roost


[SET COMMENTS]
Skarmory provides a lot of utility for Steel-type teams, acting as a Spike setter, Ground-type immunity, and an immovable physical wall. Skarmory's incredible defense stat, alongside its phenomenal defensive-typing, allows it to check some of the most threatening physically oriented offensive threats in the tier such as Great Tusk, Baxcalibur, Roaring Moon, Sneasler, and Excadrill. Iron Defense allows Skarmory to remain on an even playing field if opposing setup sweepers such as Iron Defense Zamazenta and Hisuian Lilligant (H.Lili not a problem on Steel because of Gholdengo. Perhaps Dragonite would be better) attempt to boost their attack. Body Press works excellently with Skarmory, utilizing the defense stat to deal huge damage to opposing Steel-type Pokemon, as well as Dark- and Ice- types, such as Kingambit, Iron Treads, Chien Pao, Hisuian Samurott, and Mamoswine. Rocky Helmet fits Skarmory very nicely, as it allows Skarmory to deal more passive damage to physical threats such as Kingambit and Slither Wing (really odd example, perhaps something like Iron Hands or Sneas be better?), as well as dissuading the use of pivot moves like U-turn and Flip Turn.
*nitpick is that I see x works (adjective) Skarmory is overused. all of these moves are good for skarmy thats why its there, you dont have to reiterate this much. Maybe cut down those stuff to only one
*Where spike. Mention when you use spikes/how you use them

Skarmory's Spike support is greatly appreciated by offensive teammates, as it allows them to have an easier time dealing with defensive staples such as Toxapex, Swampert, and Alolan Muk. Swords Dance Kingambit is able to have an easier time dealing with defensive staples such as Toxapex, Swampert and Alolan Muk (Swampert and Muk shouldnt swap into gambit, Archaludon, Ursaluna-B, Dondozo might be better examples), as the hazard damage makes it very difficult to switch in. Choice Scarf Gholdengo also pairs nicely with Skarmory as it can block both Defog and Rapid Spin, ensuring that the Spikes remain on the field. Gholdengo can also deal with Flutter Mane and Mixed Attacking Iron Valiant, two threats to Skarmory. Skarmory is also able to deal with Gholdengo's counters in Chien-Pao, Excadrill and Kingambit. Archaludon is another great teammate for Skarmory, as the two form a threatening entry hazard stacking core with Archaludon's Stealth Rock. Archaludon also handles Physical Fire-type attackers such as Hisuian Arcanine and Ogerpon-Hearthflame that Skarmory struggles with (also bonks stinky dragons >:c). Iron Treads is able to switch into Electric-type attacks that would otherwise make quick work of Skarmory, as well as being able to remove hazards via Rapid Spin (also removes mixchomp/lando-I). Air Balloon Heatran and Skarmory form a nice pair, as Heatran acts as a special wall (air balloon heatran isnt a special wall. Either mention two different meowtrans, or just remove the special wall part) that can switch into Fire-type attacks, while Skarmory can switch into Ground-type attacks to preserve Heatran. Heatran aids greately greatly in the Steel mirror match by taking out Gholdengo, while also providing additional hazard support with Stealth Rock. Although not immune to Fire-type attacks, Empoleon is also capable of switching in to protect Skarmory (mention fire/water attacks tho, its main draw vs meowtran is that it eats water moves well+recovery at least). Empoleon also has the additional benefit of being able to remove Heavy Duty-Boots from the opposing team with Knock Off. Empoleon can also use Flip Turn to get Skarmory in safely, as well as providing additional hazard support via Stealth Rock. Hisuian Goodra is another great Special wall, able to switch into Electric attacks that would make quick work of Skarmory. Hisuian Goodra is also capable of removing opponents Heavy Duty Boots thanks to Knock Off (its also ok against spattackers like Pult, Ghold, and Lando-I due to its wide movepool).
Miscellaneous sweepers like Swords Dance Scizor, Lucario, and Iron Crown are worth noting, since spikes are spikes.

add other options-> Heavy-Duty Boots (Some steel teams forgo removal)

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QC 2/2, thank you Royal

implemented, thanks neko

hi again GP Team

 

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Steel

[SET]
Skarmory @ Rocky Helmet
Name: IronPress (Steel)
Ability: Sturdy
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpD
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Spikes
- Iron Defense
- Body Press
- Roost


[SET COMMENTS]
Skarmory provides a lot of utility for Steel-type teams, acting as a Spike Spikes setter, Ground-immune Pokemon type immunity, and an immovable physical wall. Skarmory's incredible Defense stat, (uppercase) alongside its phenomenal defensive typing, (remove hyphen) allows it to check some of the most threatening physically oriented offensive threats in the tier such as Great Tusk, Baxcalibur, Roaring Moon, Sneasler, and Excadrill. Skarmory thrives by setting Spikes in front of Pokemon that can't touch it and have to switch out to make progress. Iron Defense allows Skarmory to remain on an even playing field if opposing setup sweepers such as Iron Defense Zamazenta and Dragonite attempt to boost their Attack set up. Body Press utilizes the defense stat to deal deals huge damage to opposing Steel-type Pokemon, as well as Dark- and Ice- types, such as Kingambit, Iron Treads, Chien Pao, Hisuian Samurott, and Mamoswine. Rocky Helmet allows Skarmory to deal more passive damage to physical threats such as Kingambit and Iron Hands, as well as dissuading and dissuades the use of pivot moves like U-turn and Flip Turn.

Skarmory's Spike Spikes support is greatly appreciated by offensive teammates, as it allows them to have an easier time dealing with defensive staples such as Toxapex, Archaludon, Ursaluna-B, and Dondozo. Swords Dance Kingambit is able to have an easier time dealing with defensive staples such as Toxapex, Swampert, (AC) and Alolan Muk, as the entry hazard damage makes it very difficult to switch in. Choice Scarf Gholdengo also pairs nicely with Skarmory, (AC) as it can block both Defog and Rapid Spin, ensuring that the Spikes remain on the field. Gholdengo can also deal with Flutter Mane and Mixed Attacking Iron Valiant, two threats to Skarmory. Skarmory is also able to deal with Gholdengo's counters in Chien-Pao, Excadrill, (AC) and Kingambit. Archaludon is another great teammate for Skarmory, as the two form a threatening entry hazard stacking core with Archaludon's Stealth Rock. Archaludon also handles physical (lowercase) Fire-type attackers such as Hisuian Arcanine and Ogerpon-Hearthflame that Skarmory struggles with, as well as handling Dragon-type Pokemon via Draco Meteor. Iron Treads is able to switch into Electric-type attacks that would otherwise make quick work of Skarmory, as well as being able to remove hazards via Rapid Spin. Iron Treads is also capable of beating Mixed Garchomp and Landorus-I. (base forme should not have hyphenated name) Air Balloon Heatran and Skarmory form a nice pair, as Heatran can switch into Fire-type attacks, while Skarmory can switch into Ground-type attacks to preserve Heatran. Heatran aids greatly in the Steel mirror match by taking out Gholdengo (RC) while also providing additional hazard support with Stealth Rock. Empoleon is also capable of switching in to protect Skarmory from Fire- and Water-type attacks, (AC) and Empoleon (combining these sentences prevents 3x repetition of "Empoleon is also...") also has the additional benefit of being able to remove Heavy Duty-Boots Heavy-Duty Boots from the opposing team with Knock Off. Empoleon can also use Flip Turn to get Skarmory in safely, provide additional hazard support via Stealth Rock, and recover HP with Roost. Hisuian Goodra is another great special (lowercase) wall, able to switch into Electric-type attacks that would otherwise make quick work of Skarmory. Hisuian Goodra is also capable of removing opponents Heavy Duty opponent's Heavy-Duty Boots thanks to Knock Off. Hisuian Goodra also has a wide array of moves that make it capable of beating potent special attackers such as Dragapult, Landorus-I, (remove hyphenated name) and Gholdengo. Other sweepers such as Swords Dance Scizor, Lucario, and Iron Crown are all excellent teammates for Skarmory, as the extra damage from entry hazards goes a long way.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
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Steel
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Heavy-Duty Boots is an option for teams that lack entry hazard removal.

[SET CREDITS]
Written by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/royalreloaded.246753/
Quality checked by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/boomp.637295/
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/neko.542526/
Grammar checked by:

 

[StupidFlandrs48]

Reserving

(edit: un-reserving, deetah is already cooking up a check)

 

[deetah]

Add Remove Comments (AH) = Add Hyphen (AC) = Add Comma (RC) = Remove Comma
Credit sunny004 for GP alongside myself.

GP 1/1

Skarmory

[SET]
Skarmory @ Rocky Helmet
Name: IronPress (Steel)
Ability: Sturdy
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 4 SpD
Bold Nature
IVs: 0 Atk
- Spikes
- Iron Defense
- Body Press
- Roost

[SET COMMENTS]
Skarmory provides a lot of utility for Steel-type teams, acting as a Spike Spikes setter, Ground-type immunity a Ground-immune Pokemon, and an immovable physical wall. Skarmory's incredible Defense (Capitalize) stat, alongside its phenomenal defensive-typing defensive typing (Remove hyphen), allows it to check some of the most threatening physically oriented offensive threats in the tier such as Great Tusk, Baxcalibur, Roaring Moon, Sneasler, and Excadrill. Skarmory thrives by setting Spikes in front of Pokemon that can't touch it and have to switch out to make progress. Iron Defense allows Skarmory to remain on an even playing field if opposing setup sweepers such as Iron Defense Zamazenta and Dragonite attempt to boost their attack set up. Body Press utilizes the defense stat to deal deals huge damage to opposing Steel-type Pokemon, as well as Dark- and Ice- types, Steel-, Dark-, and Ice-type Pokemon such as Kingambit, Iron Treads, Chien-(AH)Pao, Hisuian Samurott, and Mamoswine. Rocky Helmet allows Skarmory to deal more passive damage to physical threats such as Kingambit and Iron Hands, as well as dissuading the use of pivot moves like U-turn and Flip Turn.

Skarmory's Spike Spikes support is greatly appreciated by offensive teammates, as it allows them to have an easier time dealing with defensive staples such as Toxapex, Archaludon, Ursaluna-B, and Dondozo. Swords Dance Kingambit is able to have an easier time dealing with defensive staples such as Toxapex, Swampert, (AC) and Alolan Muk, as the entry hazard damage makes it very difficult for them to switch in. Choice Scarf Gholdengo also pairs nicely with Skarmory, (AC) as it can block both Defog and Rapid Spin, ensuring that the Spikes remain on the field. Gholdengo can also deal with Flutter Mane and mixed attacking (Lowercase) Iron Valiant, two threats to Skarmory. In return, Skarmory is also able to deal with Gholdengo's counters in Chien-Pao, Excadrill, (AC) and Kingambit. Archaludon is another great teammate for Skarmory, as the two form a threatening entry hazard-(AH)stacking core with Archaludon's Stealth Rock. Archaludon also handles physical Fire-type attackers such as Hisuian Arcanine and Ogerpon-Hearthflame Ogerpon-H that Skarmory struggles with, as well as handling Dragon-type Pokemon via Draco Meteor. Iron Treads is able to switch into Electric-type attacks that would otherwise make quick work of Skarmory, as well as being able to remove hazards via Rapid Spin. Iron Treads is also capable of beating mixed Garchomp and Landorus-I Landorus. Air Balloon Heatran and Skarmory form a nice pair, as Heatran can switch into Fire-type attacks, while Skarmory can switch into Ground-type attacks to preserve Heatran. Heatran aids greatly in the Steel mirror match by taking out Gholdengo, (RC) while also providing additional hazard support with Stealth Rock. Empoleon is also capable of switching in to protect Skarmory from Fire- and Water-type attacks. Empoleon also has the additional benefit of being able to remove Heavy Duty-Boots Heavy-Duty Boots from the opposing team with Knock Off. Additionally, Empoleon can also use Flip Turn to get Skarmory in safely, provide additional hazard support via Stealth Rock, and recover HP with Roost. (Eliminating some of that repetitive phrasing) Hisuian Goodra is another great special wall, able to switch into Electric-type attacks that would otherwise make quick work of Skarmory. Hisuian Goodra is also capable of removing opponents Heavy-(AH)Duty Boots from foes thanks to Knock Off. Additionally, Hisuian Goodra also has a wide array of moves that make it capable of beating potent special attackers such as Dragapult, Landorus-I Landorus, and Gholdengo. (More repetitive phrasing) Other sweepers such as Swords Dance Scizor, Lucario, and Iron Crown are all excellent teammates for Skarmory, as the extra damage from entry hazards goes a long way.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Steel
--------
Heavy-Duty Boots is an option for teams that lack entry hazard removal.

[SET CREDITS]
Written by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/royalreloaded.246753/
Quality checked by:
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/boomp.637295/
https://www.smogon.com/forums/members/neko.542526/
Grammar checked by:

GP Team Done