[OVERVIEW]
<p>Gible has a habit of getting on opponents' nerves due to its near-exclusive ability, Sand Veil, which sets it apart from its fellow Dragon-types. Despite having a mediocre stat distribution, Gible can still be considered a threat because of its impressive STAB attacks and great type coverage overall. Gible performs in top shape when paired with sandstorm, as it can help it evade some hits from the opponent to make up for its terrible Defense and Special Defense. Gible displays an array of useful sets, making it a welcome addition on any sandstorm team, where Gible generally performs best. Otherwise, it will be outclassed by Bagon and Dratini if it's used outside of sandstorm play.</p>
[SET]
name: Choice Band + Sandstorm
move 1: Outrage
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Stone Edge
move 4: Fire Blast
item: Choice Band
nature: Adamant
evs: 52 HP / 196 Atk / 236 Def / 20 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>Gible packs quite a punch in LC with Choice Band slapped on it because it is highly capable of grabbing the 2HKO on the most common walls who currently reside in LC. Although it may seem that Gible is outclassed by its fellow Dragon-type counterparts Dratini and Bagon, this is not the case here. Gible gets the ability Sand Veil, allowing its evasion to increase by 20%, compensating for Gible's mediocre defenses and potentially giving it a chance to attack more than once - something which is crucial for this set. Furthermore, Gible is part Ground-type which gives it the ability to come in on Electric-type attacks. Outrage, Earthquake, and Fire Blast provide perfect coverage when used in conjunction. Stone Edge is strong move for hitting Flying-types without getting locked in.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Not much can actually switch in on an unresisted Outrage from a Choice Band Gible, who sports an impressive stat of 25 Attack. The basic premise of this set is to switch in Gible on something that can't possibly harm it or take advantage of your Ground-typing and switch in on locked Rock-type moves. Another way to safely bring Gible in is after your Pokemon faints and then begin to spam Outrage and hope your opponent misses with Sand Veil in play. To demonstrate Outrage's power, here are some damage calculations:</p>
<h3>Damage Calculations<h3>
<p>
+1 Outrage vs max HP / max Def Gligar - 57.69% - 69.23%
<br />
+1 Outrage vs 76 HP / min Def Munchlax - 100%
<br />
+1 Outrage vs max HP / max Def Hippopotas - 69.23% - 84.62%
<br />
+1 Outrage vs max HP / 148 Def Bronzor - 36.00% - 48.00%
<br />
+1 Outrage vs max HP / max Def Duskull - 76.19% - 100.00%
</p>
<p>Unlike its fellow Dragon-types, Gible has access to STAB Earthquake, which help him OHKO defensive Omanyte and Kabuto, along with scoring a OHKO on the non-existent Aron and Shieldon. Dragon / Ground coverage is excellent in LC, as only Bronzor resists this combo. Stone Edge is a great move when you want to hit Flying-types without getting locked into Outrage. The final slot depends on the player's personal preference. Fire Blast is a nice way of hitting Bronzor much harder than a boosted Outrage would, as Fire Blast can deal a maximum of 56.00% on max HP / 68 SpD Bronzor and has a high chance of taking it down in 3-4 hits (Oran Berry applied). If the thought of getting locked in on Outrage makes you nervous, Dragon Claw could replace Fire Blast on the final slot. Although hitting Bronzor is essential to this set.</p>
<p>The EV spread is rather simple; maximize Gible's Attack and Defense. With the current EVs, Gible can 2HKO defensive Gligar with Outrage while taking an Earthquake, which deals around 65% at most. The EVs also help to beat Bronzor, as Gible will come out on top most of the time because a 4 Attack Bronzor's Earthquake can only deal around 30% at most.
<p>Gible performs best with sandstorm in play to take advantage of its rather exclusive ability, Sand Veil. Hippopotas pairs well with Gible as it provides infinite sandstorm and occasionally lets Gible dodge a few hits. It is advised that Hippopotas is revealed in early stages of the match, preferably as a lead, so Gible can make an early switch-in and begin to wreak havoc. In addition to Hippopotas's ability, the little hippo has Stealth Rock in its arsenal which will increase Gible's chances of getting certain 2HKOs and OHKOs.</p>
[SET]
name: Choice Scarf
move 1: Outrage
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Fire Blast
move 4: Stealth Rock / Stone Edge / Hidden Power Ice
item: Choice Scarf
nature: Jolly
evs: 96 HP / 196 Atk / 36 SpA / 180 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>This is a slight variation from the Choice Band set. Choice Scarf fixes Gible's mediocre Speed. Sporting 21 Speed, it can outpace every Pokemon without a Choice Scarf or Speed boost in LC and allows Gible to hit faster Pokemon first. Choice Scarf Gible is versatile because it can function well as an effective lead or as a great revenge killer. The moves are identical to the previous set, but has Stealth Rock and Hidden Power Ice as options. Stealth Rock makes a fantastic opening move in the match, while Hidden Power Ice checks Gligar.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Outrage is Gible's primary move which can OHKO almost every frail Pokemon in LC, while Earthquake allows Gible to hit Rock- and Steel-types for super effective damage. Earthquake also acts as a secondary STAB move if you don't want to get locked into Outrage. Fire Blast rounds off the Dragon / Ground / Fire coverage and generally helps put up a fight against Bronzor, as it deals a maximum of 48.00%, enough to 3-4HKO it even with Oran Berry.</p>
<p>Since Gible can function as an effective lead, the basic plan is to overwhelm and outpace frail leads such as Meowth, Diglett, and Houndour. Thanks to Choice Scarf, it can outspeed all of the aforementioned Pokemon and 2HKO them with Earthquake, assuming they all have Focus Sash; otherwise Earthquake can OHKO all of these guys. 96 EVs are allocated to HP in order to help Gible cushion hits from opposing leads, letting Gible can strike them back with Earthquake. Diglett in particular will fail to OHKO with Earthquake, but Gible must watch out for a potential Sucker Punch. Gible has enough to survive Dark Pulse from Houndour - even with a Naive nature, and deals a maximum of 87.50% with Dark Pulse. Meowth is a dangerous lead, but Gible has a chance of surviving Fake Out followed up by Bite and can strike back with Earthquake. Bulky leads like Bronzor allow Gible to easily set up Stealth Rock. Gible is by no means a suicide lead, so it can always come back to haunt teams because it can serve as an effective revenge killer late game.</p>
<p>If you are not using Gible as a lead, there are two options available for the last slot whichEarthquake or your Outrage. both have different purposes. Stone Edge is a great move to hit Flying-types for super effective damage without using Outrage and get locked in. Hidden Power Ice adds a surprise value when you want to grab the OHKO on unsuspecting Gligar trying to come in on The aforementioned Dragon Claw is always another option if getting locked into Outrage is a big issue for you.</p>
<p>When playing Gible as a lead, take note of what you're up against because Gible cannot handle all the leads in LC. In particular, Snover and Phanphy can defeat Gible because they have Ice Shard, which negates your Speed boost from Choice Scarf and can OHKO him. As such, packing a Bronzor of your own can help handle these threats while providing Stealth Rock support at the same time, something Gible enjoys while trying to sweep late-game. Squirtle can work exceptionally well alongside Gible because it can take Ice Shard from Phanphy and counterattack with Rapid Spin to remove Stealth Rock or threaten it with a STAB Water-type move. From an offensive standpoint, Gible partners up with Magby quite well because it helps by clearing the field for Gible to sweep late-game. Magby can remove opposing Steel-types, allowing Gible to use Outrage more recklessly without anyone resisting it.</p>
[SET]
name: Sand Veil Abuse
move 1: Substitute
move 2: Outrage / Dragon Claw
move 3: Earthquake
move 4: Fire Blast
item: Salac Berry
nature: Naive
evs: 96 HP / 196 Atk / 36 SpA / 180 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>Gible's excellent Dragon / Ground / Fire coverage coupled with Substitute can be really irritating as this set troubles unprepared teams, thanks to its ability, Sand Veil. While sandstorm is brewing, Sand Veil becomes extremely dangerous because it grants it a way to dodge hits behind a Substitute. Salac Berry bolsters its Speed stat with the help of Substitute.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>The whole idea behind this set is to get behind Substitute and begin to dish out damage with Gible's perfect type coverage. Despite its terrible Defense, which makes it difficult to throw in a Substitute, there are several ways to slip this move in. Gible can take advantage of its unique typing and switch in on locked Fire- and Rock-type moves, or it can force a switch on Pokemon it outpaces and set up a Substitute. Another time to set up a Substitute is during a predicted status attack. The good thing about this set is that if your opponent decides to stay in and attempt to stop Gible from using Substitute, Sand Veil may kick in and the attack can potentially miss. Salac Berry will kick in once Gible has less than 25% of his HP, boosting its Speed to 21. This allows Gible to outspeed many threats and potentially sweep teams while behind a Substitute.</p>
<p>Gible has two options on the second slot: Outrage can dish out a good amount of damage to physical walls with the cost of getting locked in while Dragon Claw serves as a safer but less powerful STAB attack. Earthquake hits Rock- and Steel-types for super effective damage. Fire Blast scores a 3HKO on standard Oran Berry Bronzor.</p>
<p>This set allows Gible to become an effective mixed attacker, enabling it to run through many walls with its impressive type coverage. A Life Orb is required on this set because it lets Gible nab the OHKO on Bronzor and Munchlax. Gible fares poorly against special attackers such as Gastly, so packing a Munchlax to them on can be beneficial.</p>
<p>Snover is a big threat Gible because it has Snow Warning and Ice Shard to foil its sweep. Magby can OHKO Snover and also does well against Bronzor, another Pokemon who gives Gible grief. Your own Bronzor can take a boosted Ice Shard and 2HKO Snover with Gyro Ball.</p>
[Team Options]
<p>As mentioned previously, Hippopotas is the best partner Gible can ask for because it provides infinite sandstorm and Stealth Rock support. Overall, sandstorm is essential because it activates Gible's ability and makes his job a lot easier in the long run.</p>
<p> Because sandstorm is so important to Gible, Snover's Snow Warning poses quite a large problem. Snover can also switch in on an Earthquake and OHKO Gible with Ice Shard. As stated previously, Bronzor can switch in on an Ice-type attack and 2HKO Snover. Magby can also effectively deal with Snover while also providing a way to deal with Steel-types that prevent a Gible sweep.</p>
[Optional Changes]
<p>Gible doesn't have much else, though it can run a Choice Specs set to beat certain physical walls more easily. However, it is better off making use of its above average Attack score. Gible has Scary Face to help patch up its pathetic Speed, but it is generally a waste of moveslot and Gible is better off by taking advantage of its excellent type coverage.</p>
[Counters]
<p>Snover disables the effects of sandstorm with Snow Warning and can OHKO Gible with Ice Shard. Furthermore, its resistance to Ground allows it to easily switch in on an Earthquake.</p>
<p>Bronzor can counter Gible pretty well for the most part because Gible has to rely on scoring a 3HKO with Fire Blast. It can come in on Earthquake, Stone Edge, unboosted Outrage, and Hidden Power Ice with relative ease and can take Gible down with Gyro Ball or Earthquake.</p>
<p>Gible has a habit of getting on opponents' nerves due to its near-exclusive ability, Sand Veil, which sets it apart from its fellow Dragon-types. Despite having a mediocre stat distribution, Gible can still be considered a threat because of its impressive STAB attacks and great type coverage overall. Gible performs in top shape when paired with sandstorm, as it can help it evade some hits from the opponent to make up for its terrible Defense and Special Defense. Gible displays an array of useful sets, making it a welcome addition on any sandstorm team, where Gible generally performs best. Otherwise, it will be outclassed by Bagon and Dratini if it's used outside of sandstorm play.</p>
[SET]
name: Choice Band + Sandstorm
move 1: Outrage
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Stone Edge
move 4: Fire Blast
item: Choice Band
nature: Adamant
evs: 52 HP / 196 Atk / 236 Def / 20 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>Gible packs quite a punch in LC with Choice Band slapped on it because it is highly capable of grabbing the 2HKO on the most common walls who currently reside in LC. Although it may seem that Gible is outclassed by its fellow Dragon-type counterparts Dratini and Bagon, this is not the case here. Gible gets the ability Sand Veil, allowing its evasion to increase by 20%, compensating for Gible's mediocre defenses and potentially giving it a chance to attack more than once - something which is crucial for this set. Furthermore, Gible is part Ground-type which gives it the ability to come in on Electric-type attacks. Outrage, Earthquake, and Fire Blast provide perfect coverage when used in conjunction. Stone Edge is strong move for hitting Flying-types without getting locked in.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Not much can actually switch in on an unresisted Outrage from a Choice Band Gible, who sports an impressive stat of 25 Attack. The basic premise of this set is to switch in Gible on something that can't possibly harm it or take advantage of your Ground-typing and switch in on locked Rock-type moves. Another way to safely bring Gible in is after your Pokemon faints and then begin to spam Outrage and hope your opponent misses with Sand Veil in play. To demonstrate Outrage's power, here are some damage calculations:</p>
<h3>Damage Calculations<h3>
<p>
+1 Outrage vs max HP / max Def Gligar - 57.69% - 69.23%
<br />
+1 Outrage vs 76 HP / min Def Munchlax - 100%
<br />
+1 Outrage vs max HP / max Def Hippopotas - 69.23% - 84.62%
<br />
+1 Outrage vs max HP / 148 Def Bronzor - 36.00% - 48.00%
<br />
+1 Outrage vs max HP / max Def Duskull - 76.19% - 100.00%
</p>
<p>Unlike its fellow Dragon-types, Gible has access to STAB Earthquake, which help him OHKO defensive Omanyte and Kabuto, along with scoring a OHKO on the non-existent Aron and Shieldon. Dragon / Ground coverage is excellent in LC, as only Bronzor resists this combo. Stone Edge is a great move when you want to hit Flying-types without getting locked into Outrage. The final slot depends on the player's personal preference. Fire Blast is a nice way of hitting Bronzor much harder than a boosted Outrage would, as Fire Blast can deal a maximum of 56.00% on max HP / 68 SpD Bronzor and has a high chance of taking it down in 3-4 hits (Oran Berry applied). If the thought of getting locked in on Outrage makes you nervous, Dragon Claw could replace Fire Blast on the final slot. Although hitting Bronzor is essential to this set.</p>
<p>The EV spread is rather simple; maximize Gible's Attack and Defense. With the current EVs, Gible can 2HKO defensive Gligar with Outrage while taking an Earthquake, which deals around 65% at most. The EVs also help to beat Bronzor, as Gible will come out on top most of the time because a 4 Attack Bronzor's Earthquake can only deal around 30% at most.
<p>Gible performs best with sandstorm in play to take advantage of its rather exclusive ability, Sand Veil. Hippopotas pairs well with Gible as it provides infinite sandstorm and occasionally lets Gible dodge a few hits. It is advised that Hippopotas is revealed in early stages of the match, preferably as a lead, so Gible can make an early switch-in and begin to wreak havoc. In addition to Hippopotas's ability, the little hippo has Stealth Rock in its arsenal which will increase Gible's chances of getting certain 2HKOs and OHKOs.</p>
[SET]
name: Choice Scarf
move 1: Outrage
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Fire Blast
move 4: Stealth Rock / Stone Edge / Hidden Power Ice
item: Choice Scarf
nature: Jolly
evs: 96 HP / 196 Atk / 36 SpA / 180 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>This is a slight variation from the Choice Band set. Choice Scarf fixes Gible's mediocre Speed. Sporting 21 Speed, it can outpace every Pokemon without a Choice Scarf or Speed boost in LC and allows Gible to hit faster Pokemon first. Choice Scarf Gible is versatile because it can function well as an effective lead or as a great revenge killer. The moves are identical to the previous set, but has Stealth Rock and Hidden Power Ice as options. Stealth Rock makes a fantastic opening move in the match, while Hidden Power Ice checks Gligar.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>Outrage is Gible's primary move which can OHKO almost every frail Pokemon in LC, while Earthquake allows Gible to hit Rock- and Steel-types for super effective damage. Earthquake also acts as a secondary STAB move if you don't want to get locked into Outrage. Fire Blast rounds off the Dragon / Ground / Fire coverage and generally helps put up a fight against Bronzor, as it deals a maximum of 48.00%, enough to 3-4HKO it even with Oran Berry.</p>
<p>Since Gible can function as an effective lead, the basic plan is to overwhelm and outpace frail leads such as Meowth, Diglett, and Houndour. Thanks to Choice Scarf, it can outspeed all of the aforementioned Pokemon and 2HKO them with Earthquake, assuming they all have Focus Sash; otherwise Earthquake can OHKO all of these guys. 96 EVs are allocated to HP in order to help Gible cushion hits from opposing leads, letting Gible can strike them back with Earthquake. Diglett in particular will fail to OHKO with Earthquake, but Gible must watch out for a potential Sucker Punch. Gible has enough to survive Dark Pulse from Houndour - even with a Naive nature, and deals a maximum of 87.50% with Dark Pulse. Meowth is a dangerous lead, but Gible has a chance of surviving Fake Out followed up by Bite and can strike back with Earthquake. Bulky leads like Bronzor allow Gible to easily set up Stealth Rock. Gible is by no means a suicide lead, so it can always come back to haunt teams because it can serve as an effective revenge killer late game.</p>
<p>If you are not using Gible as a lead, there are two options available for the last slot whichEarthquake or your Outrage. both have different purposes. Stone Edge is a great move to hit Flying-types for super effective damage without using Outrage and get locked in. Hidden Power Ice adds a surprise value when you want to grab the OHKO on unsuspecting Gligar trying to come in on The aforementioned Dragon Claw is always another option if getting locked into Outrage is a big issue for you.</p>
<p>When playing Gible as a lead, take note of what you're up against because Gible cannot handle all the leads in LC. In particular, Snover and Phanphy can defeat Gible because they have Ice Shard, which negates your Speed boost from Choice Scarf and can OHKO him. As such, packing a Bronzor of your own can help handle these threats while providing Stealth Rock support at the same time, something Gible enjoys while trying to sweep late-game. Squirtle can work exceptionally well alongside Gible because it can take Ice Shard from Phanphy and counterattack with Rapid Spin to remove Stealth Rock or threaten it with a STAB Water-type move. From an offensive standpoint, Gible partners up with Magby quite well because it helps by clearing the field for Gible to sweep late-game. Magby can remove opposing Steel-types, allowing Gible to use Outrage more recklessly without anyone resisting it.</p>
[SET]
name: Sand Veil Abuse
move 1: Substitute
move 2: Outrage / Dragon Claw
move 3: Earthquake
move 4: Fire Blast
item: Salac Berry
nature: Naive
evs: 96 HP / 196 Atk / 36 SpA / 180 Spe
[SET COMMENTS]
<p>Gible's excellent Dragon / Ground / Fire coverage coupled with Substitute can be really irritating as this set troubles unprepared teams, thanks to its ability, Sand Veil. While sandstorm is brewing, Sand Veil becomes extremely dangerous because it grants it a way to dodge hits behind a Substitute. Salac Berry bolsters its Speed stat with the help of Substitute.</p>
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
<p>The whole idea behind this set is to get behind Substitute and begin to dish out damage with Gible's perfect type coverage. Despite its terrible Defense, which makes it difficult to throw in a Substitute, there are several ways to slip this move in. Gible can take advantage of its unique typing and switch in on locked Fire- and Rock-type moves, or it can force a switch on Pokemon it outpaces and set up a Substitute. Another time to set up a Substitute is during a predicted status attack. The good thing about this set is that if your opponent decides to stay in and attempt to stop Gible from using Substitute, Sand Veil may kick in and the attack can potentially miss. Salac Berry will kick in once Gible has less than 25% of his HP, boosting its Speed to 21. This allows Gible to outspeed many threats and potentially sweep teams while behind a Substitute.</p>
<p>Gible has two options on the second slot: Outrage can dish out a good amount of damage to physical walls with the cost of getting locked in while Dragon Claw serves as a safer but less powerful STAB attack. Earthquake hits Rock- and Steel-types for super effective damage. Fire Blast scores a 3HKO on standard Oran Berry Bronzor.</p>
<p>This set allows Gible to become an effective mixed attacker, enabling it to run through many walls with its impressive type coverage. A Life Orb is required on this set because it lets Gible nab the OHKO on Bronzor and Munchlax. Gible fares poorly against special attackers such as Gastly, so packing a Munchlax to them on can be beneficial.</p>
<p>Snover is a big threat Gible because it has Snow Warning and Ice Shard to foil its sweep. Magby can OHKO Snover and also does well against Bronzor, another Pokemon who gives Gible grief. Your own Bronzor can take a boosted Ice Shard and 2HKO Snover with Gyro Ball.</p>
[Team Options]
<p>As mentioned previously, Hippopotas is the best partner Gible can ask for because it provides infinite sandstorm and Stealth Rock support. Overall, sandstorm is essential because it activates Gible's ability and makes his job a lot easier in the long run.</p>
<p> Because sandstorm is so important to Gible, Snover's Snow Warning poses quite a large problem. Snover can also switch in on an Earthquake and OHKO Gible with Ice Shard. As stated previously, Bronzor can switch in on an Ice-type attack and 2HKO Snover. Magby can also effectively deal with Snover while also providing a way to deal with Steel-types that prevent a Gible sweep.</p>
[Optional Changes]
<p>Gible doesn't have much else, though it can run a Choice Specs set to beat certain physical walls more easily. However, it is better off making use of its above average Attack score. Gible has Scary Face to help patch up its pathetic Speed, but it is generally a waste of moveslot and Gible is better off by taking advantage of its excellent type coverage.</p>
[Counters]
<p>Snover disables the effects of sandstorm with Snow Warning and can OHKO Gible with Ice Shard. Furthermore, its resistance to Ground allows it to easily switch in on an Earthquake.</p>
<p>Bronzor can counter Gible pretty well for the most part because Gible has to rely on scoring a 3HKO with Fire Blast. It can come in on Earthquake, Stone Edge, unboosted Outrage, and Hidden Power Ice with relative ease and can take Gible down with Gyro Ball or Earthquake.</p>
