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Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Set: Bulky Mismagius

Mismagius @ Leftovers 
Trait: Levitate 
EVs: 252 HP / 4 SAtk / 252 Spd 
Timid Nature (+Spd, -Atk) 
- Taunt 
- Will-O-Wisp 
- Shadow Ball 
- Pain Split

Mismagius is commonly seen running an offensive Nasty Plot set. However, a bulkier approach may be a better choice for more defensively-oriented teams. Bulky Mismagius is a bit like a UU version of Stallbreaker Mew - it shuts down entry hazard users and cripples physical attackers, but has the special advantage of blocking Rapid Spin as well.

Nasty Plot Mismagius is a pretty good offensive spin blocker, but this bulky set has a lot more survivability. Thanks to its max HP investment and specifically designed moveset, Mismagius does a much better job of taking hits. A Timid nature allows for a high Speed stat as well; max EVs ensure the set outspeeds threats like Celebi and other Mismagius running HP Fighting.

Taunt is a crucial move on this set that allows Mismagius to shut down many stall team members. Used appropriately with Mismagius' other moves, Taunt allows this set to beat Blissey one-on-one. It also prevents Rapid Spin users from getting off a Foresight to hit Mismagius. Will-O-Wisp is helpful for handling physical attackers - spinners like Hitmontop and Donphan will often be crippled. Shadow Ball still does pretty good damage and provides Mismagius with a reliable STAB move. Pain Split is a decent recovery move, taking advantage of Mismagius' low HP to heal up.

This set should be included on bulky teams that utilize entry hazards. Roserade makes for one of the best Spikers in the tier and provides useful resistances. A RegiBro core would also fit in nicely by covering a lot of threats. Bulky Mismagius tends to do well at keeping your hazards on the field, so be sure the rest of your team can take advantage of them.

4 comments:

  1. Mew's UU, but that set is designed for use in OU.

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  2. @ sharktamer: Well....I think he meant that although Mew is considered UU as well, Mew's set is very viable in OU(I can attest to that).

    Another great set.

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