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Skuntank @ Choice Band
Ability: Aftermath
EVs: 4 HP / 252 Atk / 252 Spe
Adamant / Jolly Nature
- Crunch
- Poison Jab
- Sucker Punch
- Pursuit
Choice Band Skuntank's amazing role compression makes it a fantastic choice on teams in need of a wallbreaker and revenge killer able to Pursuit trap problematic foes such as Musharna and non-Colbur Berry Jellicent. Moreover, it is capable of checking threats such as Stoutland one-on-one thanks to its ability, Aftermath, setting it apart from Choice Band Absol, which is also slower. However, Skuntank struggles against physically defensive Pokemon like Mudsdale, Regirock, and Gurdurr, which makes Victreebel and Swanna potent partners. In exchange, Skuntank traps problematic walls like Cryogonal, Bronzor, and Lanturn. Skuntank's Pursuit trapping ability is also greatly appreciated by Fighting-types like Primeape and Gurdurr. Lastly, Skuntank greatly appreciates Spikes support from the likes of Ferroseed, as its average Attack often makes it hard for Skuntank to perform its job well. For example, 3 layers of Spikes allow Skuntank to OHKO Ludicolo with Sucker Punch and 2HKO Leftovers Mudsdale.
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