AAA Vikavolt (QC 2/2) (GP 1/1)

[longhiep341]

[SET]
name: Bulky Sticky Web Setter
move 1: Sticky Web
move 2: Roost
move 3: Volt Switch
move 4: Bug Buzz / Thunder Wave
item: Focus Sash / Heavy-Duty Boots
ability: Flash Fire / Water Absorb
nature: Bold
evs: 252 HP / 240 Def / 16 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Vikavolt's passable bulk, useful defensive typing, and Roost allow it to set Sticky Web multiple times in a game when needed. Volt Switch deals super effective damage to most Defoggers, including Mandibuzz, non-Volt Absorb Corviknight, and Tapu Fini, allowing Vikavolt to heavily chip them should they try to clear Sticky Web. Bug Buzz nails Mew and also discourages Mandibuzz from using Roost. Thunder Wave instead cripples them and can be used in an emergency against setup sweepers like Kommo-o and Tapu Lele; however, it makes Vikavolt helpless against Ground-types. Focus Sash guarantees Vikavolt can set Sticky Web against wallbreakers that could OHKO it, namely Terrakion and Inteleon. However, Heavy-Duty Boots is also viable to let Vikavolt comfortably switch in and pivot repeatedly. Flash Fire helps Vikavolt deal with Heatran, Cinderace, and Talonflame, while Water Absorb Vikavolt handles Barraskewda and Inteleon, as well as blocking Flip Turn from Swampert. 16 Speed EVs outrun minimum Speed Corviknight; the rest go to Defense to help combat physical attackers like Zarude, Talonflame, and Kommo-o.

Vikavolt fits on offense teams as a Sticky Web setter. Powerful but slow wallbreakers like Galarian Zapdos, Tapu Lele, and Mamoswine can take advantage of Sticky Web to punch holes in the opposing team. Chandelure and Dhelmise in particular can block Rapid Spin, with the latter having Rapid Spin itself to clear opposing entry hazards. Also, Heatran and Kommo-o can pack Taunt to shut down Defog. Pokemon that are immune to Sticky Web, including Flying-types like Talonflame and Zapdos and Heavy-Duty Boots users such as Cinderace and Volcarona, are problematic; it's recommended to have a teammate that can deal with them like Zapdos or Silvally-Dragon.

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

Aroma Veil is an option to prevent Taunt from Heatran and Tapu Koko. Vikavolt can be utilized in Trick Room teams with Choice Specs, Electric Surge, and a moveset of Rising Voltage, Bug Buzz, Volt Switch, and Energy Ball. However, it's prediction reliant and struggles to break through common Ground-types, especially Garchomp and RegenVest Landorus-T.

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

**Pokemon Immune to Electric**: Even with Energy Ball, Vikavolt struggles to break through Ground-types in Regenerator Garchomp, Nidoqueen, and Landorus-T. Volt Absorb users like Corviknight also effortlessly wall Vikavolt. Despite being weak to Energy Ball, Hippowdon and Swampert still discourage Vikavolt from using its Electric-type moves, especially if it's Choice locked. Excadrill deserves a special mention, as it beats Vikavolt one-on-one and clears its Sticky Web with Rapid Spin.

**Strong Wallbreakers**: Even with defensive investment, Vikavolt's middling bulk leaves it vulnerable to Terrakion and many special attackers such as Zapdos and Latios once its Focus Sash is broken. Cinderace, Heatran, and Inteleon also threaten it if it lacks the appropriate ability; Cinderace is notable for Court Change to use Vikavolt's Sticky Web to its advantage.

**Taunt**: Unless Vikavolt opts for the rare Aroma Veil, Taunt from Heatran, Tapu Koko, and Kommo-o prevents Sticky Web, Thunder Wave, and Roost, forcing standard Vikavolt to use Volt Switch.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[longhiep341, 500884]]
- Quality checked by: [[Isaiah, 375662], [UT, 523866]]
- Grammar checked by: [[Adeleine, 517429]]

 

[Isaiah]

[SET]
name: Bulky Sticky Web Setter
move 1: Sticky Web
move 2: Roost
move 3: Volt Switch
move 4: Bug Buzz / Thunder Wave
item: Focus Sash
ability: Flash Fire / Water Absorb
nature: Bold
evs: 252 HP / 240 Def / 16 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Vikavolt's is the only Sticky Web user with some defensive utility thanks to its (This isn't true, ribombee is still a ground resist/dragon immunity and can run immunity abilities too) passable bulk, defensive typing, and use of Roost,(comma) allowing it to set Sticky Web multiple times in a game when needed. Volt Switch deals super effective damage to most Defoggers, including Mandibuzz, non-Volt Absorb Corviknight, and Tapu Fini, allowing Vikavolt to force heavy chip damage on them should they try to clear Sticky Web. Thunder Wave instead cripples them and can be used in an emergency against setup sweepers like Kommo-o and Tapu Lele; however, it makes Vikavolt helpless against Ground-types. (This should be after Bug Buzz since that's what it replaces) Bug Buzz nails Mew and also discourages Mandibuzz from using Roost. Focus Sash guarantees Vikavolt can set Sticky Web against wallbreakers that could OHKO it, namely Terrakion and Inteleon. Flash Fire helps Vikavolt deal with Heatran, Cinderace, and Talonflame, while Water Absorb handles Barraskewda and Inteleon, as well as blocks Flip Turn from Swampert. 16 Speed EVs outrun minimum Speed Corviknight, the rest go to Defense investment to help combat physical attackers like Zarude, Talonflame, and Kommo-O.

Vikavolt fits on offense teams as a Sticky Web setter. Powerful but slow wallbreakers like Galarian Zapdos, Tapu Lele, and Mamoswine can take advantage of Sticky Web to punch holes in opposing team. Chandelure and Dhelmise in particular can block Rapid Spin, with the latter having Rapid Spin itself to clear opposing entry hazards. Heatran and Kommo-O can also pack Taunt to shut down Defog. Pokemon that are immune to Sticky Web, including Flying-types like Talonflame and Zapdos and Heavy-Duty Boots users such as Cinderace and Volcarona are problematic, so it's still recommended to have a teammate that can deal with them like Zapdos and Silvally-Dragon. Priority attacks that Vikavolt can't handle, notably Aqua Jet from Barraskewda and Draining Kiss from Tapu Lele can be taken care of by partners with Dazzling, typically Polteageist.

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

Aroma Veil is an option to prevent Taunt from Heatran and Tapu Koko. Vikavolt can be utilized in Trick Room teams with a Choice Specs set with Electric Surge and a moveset of Rising Voltage, Bug Buzz, Volt Switch, and Energy Ball. However, it's prediction reliant and struggles to break common Ground-types, especially Garchomp and RegenVest Landorus-T.

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

**Pokemon Immune to Electric**: Even with Energy Ball, Vikavolt struggles to break Ground-types in Regenerator Garchomp, Nidoqueen, and Landorus-T. Volt Absorb users like Corviknight also effortlessly wall Vikavolt. Despite being weak to Energy Ball, Hippowdon and Swampert still discourage Vikavolt from using its Electric moves, especially if it's Choice locked.

**Strong wallbreakers**: Even with defensive investment, Vikavolt's middling bulk leaves it vulnerable to Terrakion and many special attackers such as Zapdos and Latios once its Focus Sash is broken. Cinderace, Heatran, and Inteleon also threaten it if it lacks the appropriate ability; Cinderace is notable for Court Change to use Vikavolt's Sticky Web to its advantage.

**Taunt**: Unless Vikavolts opt for the rare Aroma Veil, Taunt from Heatran, Tapu Koko, and Kommo-o prevents Sticky Web, Thunder Wave, and Roost and forces it to use Volt Switch.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[longhiep341, 500884]]
- Quality checked by: [[Isaiah, 375662], [username2, userid2]]
- Grammar checked by: [[username1, userid1]]

QC 1/2

 

[longhiep341]

Thank you, ready for next qc.

 

[UT]

add remove conjecture

QC Check

[SET]
name: Bulky Sticky Web Setter
move 1: Sticky Web
move 2: Roost
move 3: Volt Switch
move 4: Bug Buzz / Thunder Wave
item: Focus Sash boots? maybe? if we're trying to set multiple times
ability: Flash Fire / Water Absorb
nature: Bold
evs: 252 HP / 240 Def / 16 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Vikavolt's passable bulk, useful defensive typing, and use of Roost allow it to set Sticky Web multiple times in a game when needed. Volt Switch deals super effective damage to most Defoggers, including Mandibuzz, non-Volt Absorb Corviknight, and Tapu Fini, allowing Vikavolt to force heavy chip damage on them should they try to clear Sticky Web. Bug Buzz nails Mew and also discourages Mandibuzz from using Roost. Thunder Wave instead cripples them and can be used in an emergency against setup sweepers like Kommo-o and Tapu Lele; however, it makes Vikavolt helpless against Ground-types. Focus Sash guarantees Vikavolt can set Sticky Web against wallbreakers that could OHKO it, namely Terrakion and Inteleon mention boots here if you add it. Flash Fire helps Vikavolt deal with Heatran, Cinderace, and Talonflame, while Water Absorb handles Barraskewda and Inteleon, as well as blocks Flip Turn from Swampert. 16 Speed EVs outrun minimum Speed Corviknight, the rest go to Defense investment to help combat physical attackers like Zarude, Talonflame, and Kommo-o.

Vikavolt fits on offense teams as a Sticky Web setter. Powerful but slow wallbreakers like Galarian Zapdos, Tapu Lele, and Mamoswine can take advantage of Sticky Web to punch holes in opposing team. Chandelure and Dhelmise in particular can block Rapid Spin, with the latter having Rapid Spin itself to clear opposing entry hazards. Heatran and Kommo-o can also pack Taunt to shut down Defog. Pokemon that are immune to Sticky Web, including Flying-types like Talonflame and Zapdos and Heavy-Duty Boots users such as Cinderace and Volcarona, comma are problematic, so it's still recommended to have a teammate that can deal with them like Zapdos and or Silvally-Dragon. Priority attacks that Vikavolt can't handle, notably Aqua Jet from Barraskewda and Draining Kiss from Tapu Lele can be taken care of by partners with Dazzling, typically Polteageist. way too niche to be worth referencing

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

Aroma Veil is an option to prevent Taunt from Heatran and Tapu Koko. Vikavolt can be utilized in Trick Room teams with a Choice Specs set with Electric Surge and a moveset of Rising Voltage, Bug Buzz, Volt Switch, and Energy Ball. However, it's prediction reliant and struggles to break common Ground-types, especially Garchomp and RegenVest Landorus-T.

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

**Pokemon Immune to Electric**: Even with Energy Ball, Vikavolt struggles to break Ground-types in Regenerator Garchomp, Nidoqueen, and Landorus-T. Volt Absorb users like Corviknight also effortlessly wall Vikavolt. Despite being weak to Energy Ball, Hippowdon and Swampert still discourage Vikavolt from using its Electric moves, especially if it's Choice locked.

**Strong wallbreakers**: Even with defensive investment, Vikavolt's middling bulk leaves it vulnerable to Terrakion and many special attackers such as Zapdos and Latios once its Focus Sash is broken. Cinderace, Heatran, and Inteleon also threaten it if it lacks the appropriate ability; Cinderace is notable for Court Change to use Vikavolt's Sticky Web to its advantage.

**Taunt**: Unless Vikavolts opt for the rare Aroma Veil, Taunt from Heatran, Tapu Koko, and Kommo-o prevents Sticky Web, Thunder Wave, and Roost and forces it to use Volt Switch.

maybe shout out Excadrill as a hazard remover that beats it 1v1?

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[longhiep341, 500884]]
- Quality checked by: [[Isaiah, 375662], [UT, 523866]]
- Grammar checked by: [[username1, userid1]]

QC 2/2!

 

[longhiep341]

Done, thanks as always! Ready for GP Team

 

[Sulo]

amgp check, implement what you want
add remove comment
ac = add comma
rc = remove comma
ap = add period

i have no references for this.

[SET]
name: Bulky Sticky Web Setter
move 1: Sticky Web
move 2: Roost
move 3: Volt Switch
move 4: Bug Buzz / Thunder Wave
item: Focus Sash / Heavy-Duty Boots
ability: Flash Fire / Water Absorb
nature: Bold
evs: 252 HP / 240 Def / 16 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Vikavolt's passable bulk, useful defensive typing, and Roost allow it to set Sticky Web multiple times in a game when needed. Volt Switch threatens deals super effective damage to most Defoggers, including Mandibuzz, non-Volt Absorb Corviknight, and Tapu Fini, forcing allowing Vikavolt to force heavy chip damage on them should they try to clear Sticky Web. Bug Buzz nails Mew and also discourages Mandibuzz from using Roost. Thunder Wave cripples the aforementioned Pokemon and instead cripples them and can be used in an emergency against setup sweepers like Kommo-o and Tapu Lele. (ap) However, however, it makes Vikavolt helpless against Ground-types. Focus Sash guarantees Vikavolt can set Sticky Web against wallbreakers that could OHKO it, namely Terrakion and Inteleon. However, Heavy-Duty Boots is an alternative that lets also viable to allow Vikavolt to comfortably switch in repeatedly. Flash Fire helps Vikavolt deal with Heatran, Cinderace, and Talonflame, while Water Absorb handles Barraskewda and Inteleon and , as well as blocks Flip Turn from Swampert. 16 Speed EVs outrun minimum Speed Corviknight, with the rest going into Defense the rest go to Defense investment to help combat physical attackers like Zarude, Talonflame, and Kommo-o.

Vikavolt fits on offensive offense teams as a Sticky Web setter. Powerful but slow wallbreakers like Galarian Zapdos, Tapu Lele, and Mamoswine can take advantage of Sticky Web to punch holes in the opposing team. Chandelure and Dhelmise, in particular, (commas) can block Rapid Spin, with the latter having Rapid Spin itself to clear opposing entry hazards. Heatran and Kommo-o can also pack Taunt to shut down Defog. Pokemon that are immune to Sticky Web, including Flying-types like Talonflame and Zapdos and Heavy-Duty Boots users such as Cinderace and Volcarona, are problematic, so it's still recommended to have a teammate that can deal with them like Zapdos or Silvally-Dragon.

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

Aroma Veil is an option to prevent Taunt from Heatran and Tapu Koko. Vikavolt can be utilized in Trick Room teams with a an Electric Surge + Choice Specs set with Electric Surge and a moveset of Rising Voltage, Bug Buzz, Volt Switch, and Energy Ball. However, it's prediction-reliant (added hyphen) and struggles to break common Ground-types, especially Garchomp and RegenVest Landorus-T.

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

**Pokemon Immune to Electric**: Even with Energy Ball, Vikavolt struggles to break Ground-types in Regenerator Garchomp, Nidoqueen, and Landorus-T. Volt Absorb users like Corviknight also effortlessly wall Vikavolt. Despite being weak to Energy Ball, Hippowdon and Swampert still discourage Vikavolt from using its Electric moves, especially if it's Choice-locked (added hyphen). Excadrill deserves a special mention, (ac) as it beats Vikavolt one-on-one and clears its Sticky Web with Rapid Spin.

**Strong Wallbreakers wallbreakers**: Even with defensive investment, Vikavolt's middling bulk leaves it vulnerable to Terrakion and many special attackers such as Zapdos and Latios once its Focus Sash is broken. Cinderace, Heatran, and Inteleon also threaten it if it lacks the appropriate ability; Cinderace is notable for having Court Change to use Vikavolt's Sticky Web to its advantage.

**Taunt**: Unless Vikavolts opt for the rare Aroma Veil, Taunt from Heatran, Tapu Koko, and Kommo-o prevents Sticky Web, Thunder Wave, and Roost from being used and forces it to use Volt Switch.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[longhiep341, 500884]]
- Quality checked by: [[Isaiah, 375662], [UT, 523866]]
- Grammar checked by: [[username1, userid1]]

 

[Adeleine]

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[SET]
name: Bulky Sticky Web Setter
move 1: Sticky Web
move 2: Roost
move 3: Volt Switch
move 4: Bug Buzz / Thunder Wave
item: Focus Sash / Heavy-Duty Boots
ability: Flash Fire / Water Absorb
nature: Bold
evs: 252 HP / 240 Def / 16 Spe

[SET COMMENTS]
Vikavolt's passable bulk, useful defensive typing, and Roost allow it to set Sticky Web multiple times in a game when needed. Volt Switch deals super effective damage to most Defoggers, including Mandibuzz, non-Volt Absorb Corviknight, and Tapu Fini, allowing Vikavolt to force heavy chip damage on heavily chip them should they try to clear Sticky Web. Bug Buzz nails Mew and also discourages Mandibuzz from using Roost. Thunder Wave instead cripples them and can be used in an emergency against setup sweepers like Kommo-o and Tapu Lele; however, it makes Vikavolt helpless against Ground-types. Focus Sash guarantees Vikavolt can set Sticky Web against wallbreakers that could OHKO it, namely Terrakion and Inteleon. However, Heavy-Duty Boots is also viable to allow Vikavolt to let Vikavolt comfortably switch in (optional addition if appropriate: "and pivot") repeatedly. Flash Fire helps Vikavolt deal with Heatran, Cinderace, and Talonflame, while Water Absorb Vikavolt handles Barraskewda and Inteleon, as well as blocks blocking Flip Turn from Swampert. 16 Speed EVs outrun minimum Speed Corviknight; (comma -> semicolon) the rest go to Defense investment to help combat physical attackers like Zarude, Talonflame, and Kommo-o.

Vikavolt fits on offense teams as a Sticky Web setter. Powerful but slow wallbreakers like Galarian Zapdos, Tapu Lele, and Mamoswine can take advantage of Sticky Web to punch holes in the opposing team. Chandelure and Dhelmise in particular can block Rapid Spin, with the latter having Rapid Spin itself to clear opposing entry hazards. Also, Heatran and Kommo-o can also pack Taunt to shut down Defog. Pokemon that are immune to Sticky Web, including Flying-types like Talonflame and Zapdos and Heavy-Duty Boots users such as Cinderace and Volcarona, are problematic, so it's still problematic; it's recommended to have a teammate that can deal with them like Zapdos or Silvally-Dragon.

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

Aroma Veil is an option to prevent Taunt from Heatran and Tapu Koko. Vikavolt can be utilized in Trick Room teams with a Choice Specs set with Electric Surge Choice Specs, Electric Surge, and a moveset of Rising Voltage, Bug Buzz, Volt Switch, and Energy Ball. However, it's prediction reliant and struggles to break through common Ground-types, especially Garchomp and RegenVest Landorus-T.

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

**Pokemon Immune to Electric**: Even with Energy Ball, Vikavolt struggles to break through Ground-types in Regenerator Garchomp, Nidoqueen, and Landorus-T. Volt Absorb users like Corviknight also effortlessly wall Vikavolt. Despite being weak to Energy Ball, Hippowdon and Swampert still discourage Vikavolt from using its Electric-type moves, especially if it's Choice locked. Excadrill deserves a special mention, (AC) as it beats Vikavolt one-on-one and clears its Sticky Web with Rapid Spin.

**Strong wallbreakers**: Wallbreakers**: Even with defensive investment, Vikavolt's middling bulk leaves it vulnerable to Terrakion and many special attackers such as Zapdos and Latios once its Focus Sash is broken. Cinderace, Heatran, and Inteleon also threaten it if it lacks the appropriate ability; Cinderace is notable for Court Change to use Vikavolt's Sticky Web to its advantage.

**Taunt**: Unless Vikavolts opt Vikavolt opts for the rare Aroma Veil, Taunt from Heatran, Tapu Koko, and Kommo-o prevents Sticky Web, Thunder Wave, and Roost and forces it Roost, forcing standard Vikavolt to use Volt Switch.

[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[longhiep341, 500884]]
- Quality checked by: [[Isaiah, 375662], [UT, 523866]]
- Grammar checked by: [[Adeleine, 517429]]

GP Team done

 

[longhiep341]

Done, thanks!

 

[Tuthur]

https://www.smogon.com/dex/ss/pokemon/vikavolt/almost-any-ability/