This thread is intended for simple questions regarding the Random Battles format specifically (questions related to PS, Smogon, or general competitive play should go elsewhere). If you are responding to a question, first, thank you, and secondly, please quote the person you are replying to so that the thread stays organized.
Disclaimer (READ BEFORE POSTING):
Random Battles try to always make every part of the competitive Pokemon realm available (not including traits exclusive to AG like Evasion, duplicate species or OHKO moves), along with always aiming to give each Pokemon its best competitive options on their sets. Our method for nerfing strong Pokemon includes a subjective level reduction based on objective winrate data (availabe on the
Therefore, this thread is not for suggestions, questions or complaints about a particular set that seems too overwhelming for you, as at best it's an issue that will be solved with level nerfing, and if winrates don't abide to it being broken you can reach the Random Battles room to ask for suggestions on how to properly deal with it.
Regarding Gen 9 Moody in particular, after extensive discussion among the room auth, it was deemed best for no action to be taken at this time. This may be revisited if Scovillain's winrate rises and its level drops to 74 or below from standard winrate-based level balancing. Until that point, no action will be taken on Moody. Please do not post about it further.
Disclaimer (READ BEFORE POSTING):
Random Battles try to always make every part of the competitive Pokemon realm available (not including traits exclusive to AG like Evasion, duplicate species or OHKO moves), along with always aiming to give each Pokemon its best competitive options on their sets. Our method for nerfing strong Pokemon includes a subjective level reduction based on objective winrate data (availabe on the
/rwr
command), while we try to buff reduced winrate Pokemon by increasing their levels or thinking on alternative sets that might be more useful for them.Therefore, this thread is not for suggestions, questions or complaints about a particular set that seems too overwhelming for you, as at best it's an issue that will be solved with level nerfing, and if winrates don't abide to it being broken you can reach the Random Battles room to ask for suggestions on how to properly deal with it.
Regarding Gen 9 Moody in particular, after extensive discussion among the room auth, it was deemed best for no action to be taken at this time. This may be revisited if Scovillain's winrate rises and its level drops to 74 or below from standard winrate-based level balancing. Until that point, no action will be taken on Moody. Please do not post about it further.
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