Gen 6 Protean Mega Mewtwo Y [DONE]

[SET]
name: Protean
move 1: Sludge Wave / Flash Cannon
move 2: Secret Sword / Searing Shot
move 3: Grass Knot / Freeze-Dry
move 4: Moonblast / Bug Buzz / Earth Power / Gastro Acid
item: Expert Belt / Shed Shell
ability: Protean
nature: Timid / Modest
evs: 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
in-battle-alt: Mega

[SET COMMENTS]
Protean Mega Mewtwo Y uses its phenomenal Special Attack stat, high Speed, and coverage moves to target and decimate opposing Wonder Guard cores while holding its own against opposing offensive threats. With Expert Belt, Sludge Wave and Flash Cannon OHKOes Fairy-type Pokemon like Xerneas and Mega Audino, Secret Sword OHKOes Blissey and Arceus, and Searing Shot OHKOes Mega Beedrill and Mega Scizor. Grass Knot and Freeze-Dry both OHKO Mega Swampert, but the former OHKOes Primal Kyogre after Stealth Rock and the latter OHKOes Gyarados and 2HKOes Giratina. Moonblast OHKOes Mega Sableye and Mega Mewtwo X, and sometimes OHKOes Giratina with a Modest nature. Bug Buzz 2HKOes Cresselia and OHKOes opposing Mega Mewtwo Y and Deoxys-A, and Earth Power OHKOes Mega Gengar and Primal Groudon. Gastro Acid can be used against Wonder Guard users Mega Mewtwo Y might not be running the coverage for, allowing it to threaten Mega Scizor if it doesn't run Searing Shot, for example. Shed Shell is used to escape opposing Shadow Tag users such as Regigigas and Mega Mewtwo X, but the lack in power from Expert Belt is noticeable.

Since all teams run at least two Wonder Guard users, Mega Mewtwo Y will inevitably run into teams with a core of Wonder Guard users that can wall it. As a result, it benefits from being on offense or bulky offense teams that can break these cores with strong Mold Breaker users like Primal Groudon, Mega Rayquaza, and Mega Gengar. Shadow Tag users such as Primal Groudon, Mega Rayquaza, and Mega Mewtwo X also work well since they help eliminate Wonder Guard users that Protean Mega Mewtwo Y does not prepare for. The latter is notable for its favorable matchup against Mega Gyarados, which is otherwise a problem for Mega Mewtwo Y. It also appreciates Substitute-passing teammates such as Xerneas to help its matchup against Mega Gyarados.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Both Shadow Tag and Huge Power Mega Mewtwo X can run nearly any physical coverage that is desired by a team, and Protean Mega Mewtwo Y can do the same with special coverage. However, many options require significant chip damage to OHKO foes or are hindered by King's Shield. Protean Megw Mewtwo Y can run some physical moves like Bolt Strike to more reliably OHKO foes like Primal Kyogre. Shadow Tag Mega Mewtwo X can run Choice Scarf + Trick to incapacitate many threats. It can also set up entry hazards against passive Pokemon trapped by this. If it keeps its Choice Scarf, it can revenge kill most bulky Mold Breaker sweepers like Primal Groudon and Dialga. Huge Power Mega Mewtwo X can run Choice Scarf as well, allowing it to OHKO faster threats like Mega Beedrill and Mega Mewtwo Y. Huge Power Mega Mewtwo X can run priority moves to revenge kill common Mold Breaker sweepers. It can run Life Orb to help with these rolls. Pursuit + Gastro Acid can be run to trap some Wonder Guard users like Blissey and Mega Mewtwo Y. No Guard Mega Mewtwo Y can run Shed Shell to escape Shadow Tag users like Regigigas or Primal Groudon. Both Wonder Guard and No Guard Mega Mewtwo Y can run Taunt to shut down passive Wonder Guard users like Blissey and mega Audino. No Guard Mega Mewtwo Y can also run a variety of coverage options like Bug Buzz for opposing Mega Mewtwo Y or Thousand Arrows for Mega Manectric.

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

**Unfavorable Matchup**: If Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y do not run coverage to hit the opponent's Wonder Guard users, or if those users run Shed Shell for Shadow Tag variants, it can struggle to make progress. Many of these defensive Wonder Guard users like Blissey and Mega Audino must be wary of Trick + Choice Scarf.

**Giratina**: Giratina uses its huge bulk and resistances to common attacking types to safely switch into most Mega Mewtwo X and threaten it with Prankster Will-O-Wisp. Trick + Choice Scarf can cripple most Giratina variants, but it is ineffective if Giratina runs Griseous Orb.

**Faster Offensive Pokemon**: Offensive Pokemon that outspeed either Mega Mewtwo forme, such as opposing Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y with speed boosting natures, powerful Choice Scarf users, and Mega Beedrill can force them out. However, most offensive threats to Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y are unable to switch in safely.

**Pursuit Trappers**: Huge Power Pursuit trappers, like Mega Gyarados, Mega Tyranitar, and Regigigas, threaten Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y with Sucker Punch and Pursuit.

**Revenge Killers**: Revenge killers like -ate Speed users and Huge Power Mega Gyarados force out variants of Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y lacking King's Shield with their priority attacks. Non-Shadow Tag variants not running Shed Shell are also susceptible to being trapped and KOed by Shadow Tag users such as Regigigas, Choice Scarf Primal Groudon, and Choice Scarf Mega Mewtwo Y

**Sturdy Shedinja**: Shedinja with Sturdy takes no damage from any coverage move, but it must be careful about burns from Sacred Fire. Additionally, it is immune to Sheer Cold, letting it switch in on No Guard Mega Mewtwo Y.

**King's Shield Users**: Some King's Shield users, such as Primal Groudon and Wonder Guard Mega Audino, can use King's Shield to both scout Mega Mewtwo X's moves and lower its attack.


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[SET]
name: Protean
move 1: Sludge Wave / Flash Cannon
move 2: Secret Sword / Searing Shot
move 3: Grass Knot / Freeze-Dry
move 4: Moonblast / Bug Buzz / Earth Power / Gastro Acid
item: Expert Belt / Shed Shell
ability: Protean
nature: Timid / Modest
evs: 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
in-battle-alt: Mega

[SET COMMENTS]
Protean Mega Mewtwo Y uses its phenomenal Special Attack stat, high Speed, and 4 coverage moves to target and decimate opposing Wonder Guard cores while standing its own against opposing offensive threats. When combined with Expert Belt, all moves listed OHKO the targeted Wonder Guard users, with exception to Cresselia, Slaking, and Specially Defensive Primal Kyogre. Additionally, Freeze-Dry fails to OHKO Giratina, and Moonblast often does as well. Gastro Acid can be used to threaten Wonder Guard users that Mega Mewtwo Y does not have the coverage for. Shed Shell is used to escape opposing Shadow Tag users such as Regigigas or Choice Scarf Mega Mewtwo X (I think it's good to add some exemples of the most commons Shadow Tag users here), but the lack in power from Expert Belt is noticeable.

Protean Mega Mewtwo Y fits best on teams that have enough offense to cover for its inevitable inability to target both of the opposing Wonder Guard users. Strong Mold Breaker users like Primal Groudon, Mega Rayquaza, and Mega Gengar pair well with it as a result. Popular Shadow Tag users such as Primal Groudon and Mega Mewtwo X can help eliminate Wonder Guard users that Protean Mega Mewtwo Y does not prepare for. The latter is notable for its favorable matchup against Mega Gyarados, which is otherwise a problem for Mega Mewtwo Y. It also appreciates Substitute-passing teammates such as Xerneas to help its matchup against Mega Gyarados.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Both Shadow Tag and Huge Power Mega Mewtwo X can run nearly any physical coverage that is desired by a team, and Protean Mega Mewtwo Y can do the same with special coverage. However, many options require significant chip damage to OHKO or are hindered by King's Shield. Protean Megw Mega Mewtwo Y can run some physical moves with Attack EVs to more reliably OHKO certain threats. Shadow Tag Mega Mewtwo X can run Choice Scarf + Trick to incapacitate many threats. It can also set up entry hazards against passive Pokemon trapped by this. If it keeps its Choice Scarf, it can revenge kill most bulky Mold Breaker Sweepers. Huge Power Mega Mewtwo X can run Choice Scarf as well, allowing it to OHKO faster threats. Huge Power Mega Mewtwo X can run priority moves to revenge kill common Mold Breaker Sweepers. It can run Life Orb to help with these rolls. Pursuit + Gastro Acid can be run to trap some Wonder Guard users. No Guard Mega Mewtwo Y can run Shed Shell to escape Shadow Tag users. Both Wonder Guard and No Guard Mega Mewtwo Y can run Taunt to shut down passive Wonder Guard users. King's Shield can be ran to protect itself from -ate Speed users. No Guard Mega Mewtwo Y can also run a variety of coverage options to target specific Wonder Guard users.

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

**Unfavorable Matchup**: If Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y do not run coverage to hit the opponent's Wonder Guard users, or if those users run Shed Shell for Shadow Tag variants, it can struggle to make progress. Many of these defensive Wonder Guard users must be wary of Trick + Choice Scarf.

**Giratina**: Giratina uses its huge bulk and resistances to common attacking types to safely switch into most Mega Mewtwo X and threaten it with Prankster Will-O-Wisp. Trick + Choice Scarf can cripple most Giratina variants, but it is ineffective if Giratina runs Griseous Orb.

**Faster Offensive Pokemon**: Offensive Pokemon that outspeed either Mega Mewtwo, such as opposing Mega Mewtwo X, Mega Mewtwo Y, and powerful Choice Scarf users, can force them out. However, most offensive threats to Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y are unable to switch in safely.

**Pursuit Trappers**: Huge Power Pursuit trappers, like Mega Gyarados, Mega Tyranitar, and Regigigas, threaten Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y with Sucker Punch and Pursuit.

**Revenge Killers**: Revenge killers like -ate Speed users and Huge Power Mega Gyarados force out variants of Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y lacking King's Shield with their priority attacks. Non-Shadow Tag variants not running Shed Shell are also susceptible to being trapped and KOed by Shadow Tag users such as Regigigas, Choice Scarf Primal Groudon, and Choice Scarf Mega Mewtwo Y

**Sturdy Shedinja**: Shedinja with Sturdy takes no damage from any coverage move, but it must be careful about burns from Sacred Fire. Additionally, it is immune to Sheer Cold, letting it switch in on No Guard Mega Mewtwo Y.

**King's Shield Users**: Some King's Shield users, such as Primal Groudon and Wonder Guard Mega Audino, can use King's Shield to both scout Mega Mewtwo X's moves and lower its attack.


[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[NToTheN, 569731]]
- Quality checked by: [[RL, 554093], []]
- Grammar checked by: [[]]

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[SET]
name: Protean
move 1: Sludge Wave / Flash Cannon
move 2: Secret Sword / Searing Shot
move 3: Grass Knot / Freeze-Dry
move 4: Moonblast / Bug Buzz / Earth Power / Gastro Acid
item: Expert Belt / Shed Shell
ability: Protean
nature: Timid / Modest
evs: 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
in-battle-alt: Mega

[SET COMMENTS]
Protean Mega Mewtwo Y uses its phenomenal Special Attack stat, high Speed, and 4 coverage moves to target and decimate opposing Wonder Guard cores while standing its own against opposing offensive threats. When combined with Expert Belt, all moves listed OHKO the targeted Wonder Guard users, with exception to Cresselia, Slaking, and Specially Defensive Primal Kyogre. Additionally, Freeze-Dry fails to OHKO Giratina, and Moonblast often does as well. Gastro Acid can be used to threaten Wonder Guard users that Mega Mewtwo Y does not have the coverage for. Shed Shell is used to escape opposing Shadow Tag users such as Regigigas and Mega Mewtwo X, but the lack in power from Expert Belt is noticeable.

Protean Mega Mewtwo Y fits best on teams that have enough offense to cover for its inevitable inability to target both of the opposing Wonder Guard users. Strong Mold Breaker users like Primal Groudon, Mega Rayquaza, and Mega Gengar pair well with it as a result. Popular Shadow Tag users such as Primal Groudon, Mega Latios (Or any other 3rd coverage stag user as an extra example) and Mega Mewtwo X can help eliminate Wonder Guard users that Protean Mega Mewtwo Y does not prepare for. The latter is notable for its favorable matchup against Mega Gyarados, which is otherwise a problem for Mega Mewtwo Y. It also appreciates Substitute-passing teammates such as Xerneas to help its matchup against Mega Gyarados. The only thing here that might be possible to add is mentioning coverage spam archetypes instead of just other molds.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Both Shadow Tag and Huge Power Mega Mewtwo X can run nearly any physical coverage that is desired by a team, and Protean Mega Mewtwo Y can do the same with special coverage. However, many options require significant chip damage to OHKO or are hindered by King's Shield. Protean Megw Mewtwo Y can run some physical moves with Attack EVs to more reliably OHKO certain threats. I would make a small mention for parental bond. Shadow Tag Mega Mewtwo X can run Choice Scarf + Trick to incapacitate many threats. It can also set up entry hazards against passive Pokemon trapped by this. If it keeps its Choice Scarf, it can revenge kill most bulky Mold Breaker Sweepers. Huge Power Mega Mewtwo X can run Choice Scarf as well, allowing it to OHKO faster threats. Huge Power Mega Mewtwo X can run priority moves to revenge kill common Mold Breaker Sweepers. It can run Life Orb to help with these rolls. Pursuit + Gastro Acid can be run to trap some Wonder Guard users but Mega Gyarados usually does this better. No Guard Mega Mewtwo Y can run Shed Shell to escape Shadow Tag users. I would say any mmy can run shed shell actually instead of specifying certain sets Both Wonder Guard and No Guard Mega Mewtwo Y can run Taunt to shut down passive Wonder Guard users. King's Shield can be ran to protect itself from -ate Speed users. I would actually remove kings shield because it's a bit too niche for mmx and mmy to usually run and very hard to use when there movesets are so compact. No Guard Mega Mewtwo Y can also run a variety of coverage options to target specific Wonder Guard users.

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

**Unfavorable Matchup**: If Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y do not run coverage to hit the opponent's Wonder Guard users, or if those users run Shed Shell for Shadow Tag variants, it can struggle to make progress. Many of these defensive Wonder Guard users must be wary of Trick + Choice Scarf.

**Giratina**: Giratina uses its huge bulk and resistances to common attacking types to safely switch into most Mega Mewtwo X and threaten it with Prankster Will-O-Wisp. Trick + Choice Scarf can cripple most Giratina variants, but it is ineffective if Giratina runs Griseous Orb.

**Faster Offensive Pokemon**: Offensive Pokemon that outspeed either Mega Mewtwo, such as opposing Mega Mewtwo X, Mega Mewtwo Y, and powerful Choice Scarf users, can force them out. However, most offensive threats to Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y are unable to switch in safely.

**Pursuit Trappers**: Huge Power Pursuit trappers, like Mega Gyarados, Mega Tyranitar, and Regigigas, threaten Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y with Sucker Punch and Pursuit.

**Revenge Killers**: Revenge killers like -ate Speed users and Huge Power Mega Gyarados force out variants of Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y lacking King's Shield with their priority attacks. Non-Shadow Tag variants not running Shed Shell are also susceptible to being trapped and KOed by Shadow Tag users such as Regigigas, Choice Scarf Primal Groudon, and Choice Scarf Mega Mewtwo Y

**Sturdy Shedinja**: Shedinja with Sturdy takes no damage from any coverage move, but it must be careful about burns from Sacred Fire. Additionally, it is immune to Sheer Cold, letting it switch in on No Guard Mega Mewtwo Y.

**King's Shield Users**: Some King's Shield users, such as Primal Groudon and Wonder Guard Mega Audino, can use King's Shield to both scout Mega Mewtwo X's moves and lower its attack.


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[SET]
name: Protean
move 1: Sludge Wave / Flash Cannon
move 2: Secret Sword / Searing Shot
move 3: Grass Knot / Freeze-Dry
move 4: Moonblast / Bug Buzz / Earth Power / Gastro Acid
item: Expert Belt / Shed Shell
ability: Protean
nature: Timid / Modest
evs: 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
in-battle-alt: Mega

[SET COMMENTS]
Protean Mega Mewtwo Y uses its phenomenal Special Attack stat, high Speed, and 4 coverage moves to target and decimate opposing Wonder Guard cores while standing holding its own against opposing offensive threats. When combined with Expert Belt, all moves listed OHKO the targeted Wonder Guard users, (what actually are the targeted wonder guard users? remember that you're writing these analyses for a target audience of people who don't know the meta and want to learn it, so statements like this assuming knowledge should be edited. you should really explain all the moves, say what they hit, and say why some are preferred toothers) with exception to Cresselia, Slaking, and Specially Defensive specially defensive Primal Kyogre. Additionally, Freeze-Dry fails to OHKO Giratina, and Moonblast often does as well. Gastro Acid can be used to threaten Wonder Guard users that Mega Mewtwo Y does not have the coverage for. (such as?) Shed Shell is used to escape opposing Shadow Tag users such as Regigigas and Mega Mewtwo X, but the lack in power from Expert Belt is noticeable.

Protean Mega Mewtwo Y fits best on teams that have enough offense to cover for its inevitable inability to target both of the opposing Wonder Guard users. (this isn't really clear to someone with no meta knowledge either - are you saying its only strong enough to beat one? why?) Strong Mold Breaker users like Primal Groudon, Mega Rayquaza, and Mega Gengar pair well with it as a result. Popular Shadow Tag users such as Primal Groudon, Mega Rayquaza, and Mega Mewtwo X can help eliminate Wonder Guard users that Protean Mega Mewtwo Y does not prepare for. The latter is notable for its favorable matchup against Mega Gyarados, which is otherwise a problem for Mega Mewtwo Y. It also appreciates Substitute-passing teammates such as Xerneas to help its matchup against Mega Gyarados.

[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
=============
Both Shadow Tag and Huge Power Mega Mewtwo X can run nearly any physical coverage that is desired by a team, and Protean Mega Mewtwo Y can do the same with special coverage. However, many options require significant chip damage to OHKO foes or are hindered by King's Shield. Protean Megw Mewtwo Y can run some physical moves with Attack EVs to more reliably OHKO certain threats. (this sentence doesn't say anything - what moves? how much investment? what threats?) Shadow Tag Mega Mewtwo X can run Choice Scarf + Trick to incapacitate many threats. It can also set up entry hazards against passive Pokemon trapped by this. If it keeps its Choice Scarf, it can revenge kill most bulky Mold Breaker Sweepers sweepers. (such as?) Huge Power Mega Mewtwo X can run Choice Scarf as well, allowing it to OHKO faster threats. (such as?) Huge Power Mega Mewtwo X can run priority moves to revenge kill common Mold Breaker Sweepers sweepers. It can run Life Orb to help with these rolls. Pursuit + Gastro Acid can be run to trap some Wonder Guard users. (such as?) No Guard Mega Mewtwo Y can run Shed Shell to escape Shadow Tag users. (such as?) Both Wonder Guard and No Guard Mega Mewtwo Y can run Taunt to shut down passive Wonder Guard users. (such as?) No Guard Mega Mewtwo Y can also run a variety of coverage options to target specific Wonder Guard users. (what coverage? what users?)
it's really really important you make sure your analyses can actually explain the options and relate it back to the meta. this isn't accessible to a new player


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

**Unfavorable Matchup**: If Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y do not run coverage to hit the opponent's Wonder Guard users, or if those users run Shed Shell for Shadow Tag variants, it can struggle to make progress. Many of these defensive Wonder Guard users must be wary of Trick + Choice Scarf. (which ones?)

**Giratina**: Giratina uses its huge bulk and resistances to common attacking types to safely switch into most Mega Mewtwo X and threaten it with Prankster Will-O-Wisp. Trick + Choice Scarf can cripple most Giratina variants, but it is ineffective if Giratina runs Griseous Orb.

**Faster Offensive Pokemon**: Offensive Pokemon that outspeed either Mega Mewtwo forme, such as opposing Mega Mewtwo X, Mega Mewtwo Y, and powerful Choice Scarf users, (don't other mewtwos just speed tie with it? and not actually outspeed it?) can force them out. However, most offensive threats to Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y are unable to switch in safely.

**Pursuit Trappers**: Huge Power Pursuit trappers, like Mega Gyarados, Mega Tyranitar, and Regigigas, threaten Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y with Sucker Punch and Pursuit.

**Revenge Killers**: Revenge killers like -ate Speed users and Huge Power Mega Gyarados force out variants of Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y lacking King's Shield with their priority attacks. Non-Shadow Tag variants not running Shed Shell are also susceptible to being trapped and KOed by Shadow Tag users such as Regigigas, Choice Scarf Primal Groudon, and Choice Scarf Mega Mewtwo Y

**Sturdy Shedinja**: Shedinja with Sturdy takes no damage from any coverage move, but it must be careful about burns from Sacred Fire. Additionally, it is immune to Sheer Cold, letting it switch in on No Guard Mega Mewtwo Y.

**King's Shield Users**: Some King's Shield users, such as Primal Groudon and Wonder Guard Mega Audino, can use King's Shield to both scout Mega Mewtwo X's moves and lower its attack Attack.

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