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Okay so I've had this discussion in the past with other users, but Raikou isn't just a stand alone sweeper. It works most effectively alongside a breaker that is difficult to switch into; wearing down the opponents team. Whilst a Pokemon like Primarina comes to mind, I'd like to suggest something a little less than standard:
With this set Volcanion is an effective wall breaker, Shuca Berry acts as an effective lure to Pokemon such as Krookodile & Zygarde-10% - both of which pressure Raikou. Where as Expert Belt allows Volcanion to 2HKO Blissey with Superpower after Rocks. Speed is for Jolly Crawdaunt, and allows Volcanion to out speed Modest Primarina, and net the 2HKO with Sludge Bomb. I've only slashed Hidden Power Grass as a niche option for Gastrodon, but that's ultimately up to the user to decide.
This selection makes us susceptible to M-Aerodactyl, Latias, Hydreigon, Nidos, Kyurem etc. but also provides us with a decent wall breaker, sporting unique resistances. Volcanion also pressures us to run a decent hazard controller in order to support it. I am excited to see what other sets will be proposed.
Volcanion @ Shuca Berry / Expert Belt
Ability: Water Absorb
EVs: 36 Atk / 252 SpA / 220 Spe
Rash Nature
- Steam Eruption
- Fire Blast
- Sludge Bomb / Hidden Power Grass
- Superpower
Ability: Water Absorb
EVs: 36 Atk / 252 SpA / 220 Spe
Rash Nature
- Steam Eruption
- Fire Blast
- Sludge Bomb / Hidden Power Grass
- Superpower
This selection makes us susceptible to M-Aerodactyl, Latias, Hydreigon, Nidos, Kyurem etc. but also provides us with a decent wall breaker, sporting unique resistances. Volcanion also pressures us to run a decent hazard controller in order to support it. I am excited to see what other sets will be proposed.
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