UU Alakazam

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CM Recover is actually better on regualar zam as mega alakazam could be whittled down with toxic (unless you used taunt or sub), while regualar has magic guard to avoid all status and residual damage bar paralysis (it doesnt avoid it but you get the idea).
I see. Thanks for clearing that up, :D
 
CM + Recover as a way to set up against stall mons lacking status moves
It setups on stall mons that rely on status moves to do damage and relatively weak special attackers. Only status that hurts is Magic Guard. Everything else seems fine, just don't forget to fix that.

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It setups on stall mons that rely on status moves to do damage and relatively weak special attackers. Only status that hurts is Magic Guard. Everything else seems fine, just don't forget to fix that.

QC 2/4
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So a lot of fluff cutting and sentence combination. GP is really trying to get rid of sentences like 'however it is not without its flaws' and stuff about tier shifts and im happy to help(your first sentence might be ok to keep tbh)
To be honest, alakazam can definitely be crippled by status, paralysis and even sleep+freeze. It can't be worn down by it though.

Your Psyshock explanation that i cut is kinda meaningless, it just lets it him special walls hard.

Psychic can also let you beat certain physical walls, like Gligar, who take neutral/resist coverage moves and take psyshock easily.

Focus Blast: more unnecessary, and most steel-types take little from shadow ball so no need to mention it.

Dazzling Gleam also hits dragons SE and hits Hydreigon and Honchkrow much harder, tbh this is really important to mention since your description of it is just 'its more accurate' which makes it seem pretty worthless.

You never mention that voltturn or any volt switch/uturn/bp is the easiest way to get Alakazam switched in without taking a hit.

Dazzling gleam on the second set also needs fixing.

In OO: Alakazam is definitely crippled by paralysis, but what does it have to do with OO?

Checks and counters: mega absol taking mega alakazam out with sucker punch is already mentioned in priority. For physical attackers, maybe Crobat? It can't switch in but it's faster, brave bird koes and uturn can ko or break the sash and run away from the psychic.

Overview
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Alakazam has made a major splash in UU as is one of the most reliable revenge killers. Its in UU,(ac) with access to amazing coverage with moves such as Dazzling Gleam, Focus Blast, Shadow Ball, and Energy Ball. Thanks to its amazing ability, Magic Guard, it doesn't have to worry about switching into hazards or being crippled worn down by status. Focus Sash guarantees it can live any hit, compliementing its the perfect coverage in has thanks to its movepool. It also has a,(ac) decent base 120 Speed, and base 135 Special Attack, meaning it can naturally outspeed all but two Pokemons in UU, Noivern and Crobat, and reliably revenge kill them all.

While it does have all the things to make it an excellent revenge killer,(rc) it also has a few flaws. Its However,(ac) Alakazam's pitiful bulk means it has to rely on OHKOing the Pokemon it is trying to revenge kill or otherwise its Sash will be is broken.,(period to comma) Also and while it is an amazing revenge killer, it cannot reliably revenge kill Choice Scarf users, Noivern, or Crobat,(ac) as they all outspeed Alakazam. It also has a hard time switching in as for it to switch in,(rc) it tends to require a Pokemon to be sacrificed so that it can get a free switch -in.

Focus Sash (Revenge Killer)
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name: Focus Sash (Revenge Killer)
move 1: Psyshock
move 2: Shadow Ball
move 3: Focus Blast / Energy Ball
move 4: Dazzling Gleam
ability: Magic Guard
item: Focus Sash
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
nature: Timid

Moves
========

Psyshock is an amazing STAB move that allows Alakazam to get around common special walls such as Florges, allowing it to stay in and continue to hit hard. though Psychic may be an option if special walls are not a problem to the team. Shadow Ball allows Alakazam to hit opposing Psychic- and Ghost- types hard.,(period to comma) and Focus Blast is a great move to bop Steel- types,(rc), who are not hit as hard from Shadow Ball, such as Mega Aggron,(rc), and Dark- types, although the accuracy is a bit below par. Energy Ball can be a possible replacement if Bbulky Water- types provide a problem to the team. Last slot goes to Dazzling Gleam,(rc) allowing allows Alakazam to hit Dark- types more reliably than Focus Blast.

Set Details
========

Focus Sash is used to ensure secure that Alakazam can take a hit before it proceeds to OHKO the Pokemon in front of it,(rc), as the combination of Focus Sash +and Magic Guard means Alakazam is guaranteed to get a hit in. Max Special Attack EVs and max Speed EVs are used to allow Alakazam to hit as hard and as fast as it can. A Timid is used as this nature allows Alakazam to outspeed positive natured, fully invested base 115s,(ac) such as Azelf.,(period to comma) This also and allows Alakazam to sSpeed tie other positive natured fully invested Alakazams.

Usage Tips
========

This set should be used on an offensive team,(ac) as it is too frail to take hits and should only be coming in after something dies. Alakazam has amazing coverage and this set capitalizes on it, allowing it to run four moves that, when predicted right with correct prediction, can hurt switch-ins for a lot. The Focus Sash also guarantees that Alakazam can get a hit off no matter what if it is brought in safely, as Magic Guard allows it to not be affected by entry hazards.

Team Options
========

Wallbreakers, such as Choice Band Entei or Life Orb Darmanitan, love having Alakazam as a "cleaner" of sorts,(ac) as they can reliably wear down walls to the point that Alakazam can reliably revenge kill them. Hazard setters, such as Forretress or Froslass, are really helpful for Alakazam as they can secure some OHKOs for Alakazam with Stealth Rocks or Spikes.,(period to comma) These hazards are particularly beneficial to and generally wear down the opponent,(rc) to allowing Alakazam to finish them off cleanly. Volt-Turn strategy is a great asset to Alakazam as it is a great way to keep the momentum on your side whilst also wearing down the opponent's Pokemon, allowing Alakazam to come in and KO them. GA good partners for this can be Mega Ampharos, as a slow Volt Switch can bring in Alakazam safely and it hits hard coming off of Mega Ampharos' base 165 Special Attack.

Life Orb Attacker
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name: Life Orb Attacker
move 1: Psyshock
move 2: Shadow Ball
move 3: Dazzling Gleam
move 4: Focus Blast / Calm Mind
ability: Magic Guard
item: Life Orb
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
nature: Timid

Moves
========

Psyshock is an overall great STAB move, allowing Alakazam to get around special walls not named Umbreon. Shadow Ball allows Alakazam to hit the Ghost- types and opposing Psychic- types. Dazzling Gleam allows Alakazam to hit Dark- types with reliable accuracy. Focus Blast is the first choice for the last slot as it allows Alakazam to deal with the Steel- types that wall its STAB move otherwise, (ac) and its coverage. Calm Mind is another option for the last slot as it is a great boosting move for Alakazam, boosting its boosts Alakazam's power to even greater levels.

Set Details
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Max Special Attack EVs and Max Speed EVs are used to allow Alakazam to sSpeed tie other Alakazams and outspeed a decent portion of the the metagame while hitting hard. Timid is used as Alakazam misses out on outspeeding some valuable to outspeed some Pokemon such as Infernape and Froslass. Life Orb is used as a way to boost Alakazam's power and thanks to Magic Guard, Alakazam isn't worn down by Life Orb recoil. This set can be used as more of a wallbreaker, as it can hit a lot harder than the Focus Sash set with little drawbacks.

Usage Tips
========

This set is more geared towards being a wallbreaker, hitting a lot harder at the cost of not being able to reliably revenge kill. The Life Orb boost allows Alakazam to hit a lot harder while being naturally fast.,(ac) and is complemented by its naturally high Speed.
Team Options
========

Life Orb Alakazam appreciates Choice Scarf users teammates,(ac) as this set is more geared to wallbreaking. Pokemon such as Darmanitan and Mienshao are great partners, revenge killing with ease while also being able to wear down the opponent's team with U-turn. Alakazam forces a lot of switches so Spikes setters, such as Forretress and Roserade, are really good teammates,(ac) as many of the Pokemon that tend to switch into Alakazam are bulky Steel- types. Healing Wish users, such as Shaymin, are very much -appreciated teammates, giving Alakazam a second chance in the game.

Other Options
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Encore is an amazing option, allowing Alakazam to lock Pokemon into a status move or hazard move, forcing easy switches and allowing Alakazam to set up if it wants. Substitute is another option, allowing Alakazam to play mind games with Sucker Punch users such as Mega Absol. Thunder Wave is another great option as Alakazam can cripple those that it cannot OHKO with its coverage moves. Calm Mind + Recover Alakazam sets up on stall Pokemon that rely on status moves to do damage and relatively weak special attackers. The only status that hurts Alakazam is paralysis as Magic Guard doesn't block the speed drop / paralysis chance.

Checks & Counters
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**Choice Scarf Users**: Choice Scarf users, such as Mienshao, Darmanitan, and Hydreigon, all outspeed Alakazam and proceed to break Alakazam's Sash or OHKO it while grabbing momentum.

**Special Walls**: While Alakazam has Psyshock, most special walls have ways to recover the damage and can easily cripple Alakazam in return via paralysis.

**Assault Vest Users**: Assault Vest users, such as Meloetta and Drapion, can take many of Alakazam's hits as they either resist or are immune to its STAB and its coverage is only doing neutral damage to them.

**Priority Users**: Priority Attackers, such as Mega Absol and Mixed Nidoking, are a thorn in Alakazam's side, as they can easily revenge kill Alakazam if the Focus Sash is broken or if it is holding a Life Orb.

**Other Physical Attackers**: Pokemon,(rc) such as Mega Aerodactyl and Mega Absol,(rc) can easily wear outspeed Alakazam outspeed in Mega Aerodactyl's case,(ac) or revenge kill it with Sucker Punch in Mega Absol's case.
 
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So a lot of fluff cutting and sentence combination. GP is really trying to get rid of sentences like 'however it is not without its flaws' and stuff about tier shifts and im happy to help(your first sentence might be ok to keep tbh)
To be honest, alakazam can definitely be crippled by status, paralysis and even sleep+freeze. It can't be worn down by it though.

Your Psyshock explanation that i cut is kinda meaningless, it just lets it him special walls hard.

Psychic can also let you beat certain physical walls, like Gligar, who take neutral/resist coverage moves and take psyshock easily.

Focus Blast: more unnecessary, and most steel-types take little from shadow ball so no need to mention it.

Dazzling Gleam also hits dragons SE and hits Hydreigon and Honchkrow much harder, tbh this is really important to mention since your description of it is just 'its more accurate' which makes it seem pretty worthless.

You never mention that voltturn or any volt switch/uturn/bp is the easiest way to get Alakazam switched in without taking a hit.

Dazzling gleam on the second set also needs fixing.

In OO: Alakazam is definitely crippled by paralysis, but what does it have to do with OO?

Checks and counters: mega absol taking mega alakazam out with sucker punch is already mentioned in priority. For physical attackers, maybe Crobat? It can't switch in but it's faster, brave bird koes and uturn can ko or break the sash and run away from the psychic.

Overview
########

Alakazam has made a major splash in UU as is one of the most reliable revenge killers. Its in UU,(ac) with access to amazing coverage with moves such as Dazzling Gleam, Focus Blast, Shadow Ball, and Energy Ball. Thanks to its amazing ability, Magic Guard, it doesn't have to worry about switching into hazards or being crippled worn down by status. Focus Sash guarantees it can live any hit, compliementing its the perfect coverage in has thanks to its movepool. It also has a,(ac) decent base 120 Speed, and base 135 Special Attack, meaning it can naturally outspeed all but two Pokemons in UU, Noivern and Crobat, and reliably revenge kill them all.

While it does have all the things to make it an excellent revenge killer,(rc) it also has a few flaws. Its However,(ac) Alakazam's pitiful bulk means it has to rely on OHKOing the Pokemon it is trying to revenge kill or otherwise its Sash will be is broken.,(period to comma) Also and while it is an amazing revenge killer, it cannot reliably revenge kill Choice Scarf users, Noivern, or Crobat,(ac) as they all outspeed Alakazam. It also has a hard time switching in as for it to switch in,(rc) it tends to require a Pokemon to be sacrificed so that it can get a free switch -in.

Focus Sash (Revenge Killer)
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name: Focus Sash (Revenge Killer)
move 1: Psyshock
move 2: Shadow Ball
move 3: Focus Blast / Energy Ball
move 4: Dazzling Gleam
ability: Magic Guard
item: Focus Sash
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
nature: Timid

Moves
========

Psyshock is an amazing STAB move that allows Alakazam to get around common special walls such as Florges, allowing it to stay in and continue to hit hard. though Psychic may be an option if special walls are not a problem to the team. Shadow Ball allows Alakazam to hit opposing Psychic- and Ghost- types hard.,(period to comma) and Focus Blast is a great move to bop Steel- types,(rc), who are not hit as hard from Shadow Ball, such as Mega Aggron,(rc), and Dark- types, although the accuracy is a bit below par. Energy Ball can be a possible replacement if Bbulky Water- types provide a problem to the team. Last slot goes to Dazzling Gleam,(rc) allowing allows Alakazam to hit Dark- types more reliably than Focus Blast.

Set Details
========

Focus Sash is used to ensure secure that Alakazam can take a hit before it proceeds to OHKO the Pokemon in front of it,(rc), as the combination of Focus Sash +and Magic Guard means Alakazam is guaranteed to get a hit in. Max Special Attack EVs and max Speed EVs are used to allow Alakazam to hit as hard and as fast as it can. A Timid is used as this nature allows Alakazam to outspeed positive natured, fully invested base 115s,(ac) such as Azelf.,(period to comma) This also and allows Alakazam to sSpeed tie other positive natured fully invested Alakazams.

Usage Tips
========

This set should be used on an offensive team,(ac) as it is too frail to take hits and should only be coming in after something dies. Alakazam has amazing coverage and this set capitalizes on it, allowing it to run four moves that, when predicted right with correct prediction, can hurt switch-ins for a lot. The Focus Sash also guarantees that Alakazam can get a hit off no matter what if it is brought in safely, as Magic Guard allows it to not be affected by entry hazards.

Team Options
========

Wallbreakers, such as Choice Band Entei or Life Orb Darmanitan, love having Alakazam as a "cleaner" of sorts,(ac) as they can reliably wear down walls to the point that Alakazam can reliably revenge kill them. Hazard setters, such as Forretress or Froslass, are really helpful for Alakazam as they can secure some OHKOs for Alakazam with Stealth Rocks or Spikes.,(period to comma) These hazards are particularly beneficial to and generally wear down the opponent,(rc) to allowing Alakazam to finish them off cleanly. Volt-Turn strategy is a great asset to Alakazam as it is a great way to keep the momentum on your side whilst also wearing down the opponent's Pokemon, allowing Alakazam to come in and KO them. GA good partners for this can be Mega Ampharos, as a slow Volt Switch can bring in Alakazam safely and it hits hard coming off of Mega Ampharos' base 165 Special Attack.

Life Orb Attacker
########
name: Life Orb Attacker
move 1: Psyshock
move 2: Shadow Ball
move 3: Dazzling Gleam
move 4: Focus Blast / Calm Mind
ability: Magic Guard
item: Life Orb
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
nature: Timid

Moves
========

Psyshock is an overall great STAB move, allowing Alakazam to get around special walls not named Umbreon. Shadow Ball allows Alakazam to hit the Ghost- types and opposing Psychic- types. Dazzling Gleam allows Alakazam to hit Dark- types with reliable accuracy. Focus Blast is the first choice for the last slot as it allows Alakazam to deal with the Steel- types that wall its STAB move otherwise, (ac) and its coverage. Calm Mind is another option for the last slot as it is a great boosting move for Alakazam, boosting its boosts Alakazam's power to even greater levels.

Set Details
========

Max Special Attack EVs and Max Speed EVs are used to allow Alakazam to sSpeed tie other Alakazams and outspeed a decent portion of the the metagame while hitting hard. Timid is used as Alakazam misses out on outspeeding some valuable to outspeed some Pokemon such as Infernape and Froslass. Life Orb is used as a way to boost Alakazam's power and thanks to Magic Guard, Alakazam isn't worn down by Life Orb recoil. This set can be used as more of a wallbreaker, as it can hit a lot harder than the Focus Sash set with little drawbacks.

Usage Tips
========

This set is more geared towards being a wallbreaker, hitting a lot harder at the cost of not being able to reliably revenge kill. The Life Orb boost allows Alakazam to hit a lot harder while being naturally fast.,(ac) and is complemented by its naturally high Speed.
Team Options
========

Life Orb Alakazam appreciates Choice Scarf users teammates,(ac) as this set is more geared to wallbreaking. Pokemon such as Darmanitan and Mienshao are great partners, revenge killing with ease while also being able to wear down the opponent's team with U-turn. Alakazam forces a lot of switches so Spikes setters, such as Forretress and Roserade, are really good teammates,(ac) as many of the Pokemon that tend to switch into Alakazam are bulky Steel- types. Healing Wish users, such as Shaymin, are very much -appreciated teammates, giving Alakazam a second chance in the game.

Other Options
########

Encore is an amazing option, allowing Alakazam to lock Pokemon into a status move or hazard move, forcing easy switches and allowing Alakazam to set up if it wants. Substitute is another option, allowing Alakazam to play mind games with Sucker Punch users such as Mega Absol. Thunder Wave is another great option as Alakazam can cripple those that it cannot OHKO with its coverage moves. Calm Mind + Recover Alakazam sets up on stall Pokemon that rely on status moves to do damage and relatively weak special attackers. The only status that hurts Alakazam is paralysis as Magic Guard doesn't block the speed drop / paralysis chance.

Checks & Counters
########

**Choice Scarf Users**: Choice Scarf users, such as Mienshao, Darmanitan, and Hydreigon, all outspeed Alakazam and proceed to break Alakazam's Sash or OHKO it while grabbing momentum.

**Special Walls**: While Alakazam has Psyshock, most special walls have ways to recover the damage and can easily cripple Alakazam in return via paralysis.

**Assault Vest Users**: Assault Vest users, such as Meloetta and Drapion, can take many of Alakazam's hits as they either resist or are immune to its STAB and its coverage is only doing neutral damage to them.

**Priority Users**: Priority Attackers, such as Mega Absol and Mixed Nidoking, are a thorn in Alakazam's side, as they can easily revenge kill Alakazam if the Focus Sash is broken or if it is holding a Life Orb.

**Other Physical Attackers**: Pokemon,(rc) such as Mega Aerodactyl and Mega Absol,(rc) can easily wear outspeed Alakazam outspeed in Mega Aerodactyl's case,(ac) or revenge kill it with Sucker Punch in Mega Absol's case.
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Overview
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Alakazam has made a major splash in UU as is one of the most reliable revenge killers. Its access to amazing coverage with moves such as Dazzling Gleam, Focus Blast, Shadow Ball, and Energy Ball. Thanks to its amazing ability, (RC) Magic Guard, it Alakazam doesn't have to worry about switching into hazards or being crippled by status. Focus Sash guarantees it can live survive any hit, complimenting the perfect coverage in has thanks to its movepool. It also has a decent base 120 Speed and base 135 Special Attack, meaning it can naturally outspeed all but two mons threats in UU, Noivern and Crobat, (RC) (end sentence with period) and reliably revenge kill them all.

While it does have all the things to make it an excellent revenge killer, it also has a few flaws. Its (lowercase) pitiful bulk means it has to rely on OHKOing the Pokemon it is trying to revenge kill or otherwise its Sash is broken. Also while it is an amazing revenge killer, it cannot reliably revenge kill Choice Scarf users, Noivern, or Crobat as they all outspeed Alakazam. It also has a hard time switching in as for it to switch in, it tends to require a Pokemon to be sacrificed so that it can get a free switch-in. (hyphen)

Focus Sash (Revenge Killer)
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name: Focus Sash (Revenge Killer)
move 1: Psyshock
move 2: Shadow Ball
move 3: Focus Blast / Energy Ball
move 4: Dazzling Gleam
ability: Magic Guard
item: Focus Sash
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
nature: Timid

Moves
========

Psyshock is an amazing STAB move that allows Alakazam to get around common special walls such as Florges, allowing it to stay in and continue to hit hard. Psychic may be an option if special walls are not a problem to the team. Shadow Ball allows Alakazam to hit opposing Psychic- and Ghost-types (no spaces in Ghost-types) hard. Focus Blast is a great move to bop against Steel-types, (no spaces in Steel-types) who that are not hit as hard from Shadow Ball, such as Mega Aggron, and Dark-types, (no space) although the accuracy is a bit below par. Energy Ball can be a possible replacement if Bulky Water-types (no space) provide a problem to the team. Last slot goes to Dazzling Gleam, allowing Alakazam to hit Dark-types (no space) more reliably than Focus Blast.

Set Details
========

Focus Sash is used to secure that Alakazam can take a hit before it proceeds to OHKO the mon in front of it opposing threat as the combination of Focus Sash + Magic Guard means Alakazam is guaranteed to get a hit. Max Special Attack EVs and max Speed EVs are used to allow Alakazam to hit as hard and as fast as it can. Timid is used as this allows Alakazam to outspeed positive natured, fully invested base 115s such as Azelf. This also allows Alakazam to speed tie (space in speed tie) other positive natured fully invested Alakazams.

Usage Tips
========

This set should be used on an offensive team as it is too frail to take hits and should only be coming in after something dies one of its teammates have fainted.. Alakazam has amazing coverage and this set capitalizes on it, allowing it run four moves that, when predicted right, can hurt switch-ins for a lot. The Sash also guarantees that Alakazam can get a hit off no matter what if it is brought in safely as Magic Guard allows it to not be affected by gives it immunity to entry hazards.

Team Options
========

Wallbreakers, such as Choice Band Entei or LO Darm Life Orb Darmanitan, love having Alakazam as a "cleaner" of sorts as the can reliably wear down walls to the point that Alakazam can reliably revenge kill them. Entry Hazard (lowercase) setters, such as Forretress or Froslass, are really helpful for Alakazam as they can secure some OHKOs for Alakazam with Stealth Rocks or Spikes. These hazards are particularly beneficial to wear down the opponent, foe, allowing Alakazam to finish them off cleanly. Volt-Turn strategy is a great asset to Alakazam as it is a great way to keep the momentum on your its side whilst also wearing down the opponent's Pokemon, allowing Alakazam to come in and KO them. Good partners for this can be Mega Ampharos is a good partner as a slow Volt Switch can bring in Alakazam safely and it hits hard coming off of Mega Ampharos' base 165 Special Attack.

Life Orb Attacker
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name: Life Orb Attacker
move 1: Psyshock
move 2: Shadow Ball
move 3: Dazzling Gleam
move 4: Focus Blast / Calm Mind
ability: Magic Guard
item: Life Orb
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
nature: Timid

Moves
========

Psyshock is an overall great STAB move, allowing Alakazam to get around special walls not named Umbreon. Shadow Ball allows Alakazam to hit the Ghost-types (no space) and opposing Psychic-types. (no space) Dazzling Gleam allows Alakazam to hit Dark-types (no space) with reliable accuracy. Focus Blast is the first choice for the last slot as it allows Alakazam to deal with the Steel-types (no space) that wall its STAB move and its coverage. Calm Mind is another option for the last slot as it is a great boosting move for Alakazam, boosting its power to even greater levels. increasing its Special Attack and Special Defense.

Set Details
========

Max Special Attack EVs and Max Speed EVs are used to allow Alakazam to speed tie (space in speed tie) other Alakazams and outspeed a decent portion of the the metagame. Timid is used as Alakazam misses out on outspeeding some valuable Pokemon such as Infernape and Froslass. Life Orb is used as a way to boost Alakazam's power and thanks to Magic Guard, Alakazam isn't worn down is unaffected by Life Orb recoil. This set can be used as more of a wallbreaker as it can hit a lot harder than the Focus Sash set with little drawbacks.

Usage Tips
========

This set is more geared towards being a wallbreaker, hitting a lot harder at the cost of not being able to reliably revenge kill. The Life Orb boost allows Alakazam to hit a lot harder while also being naturally fast.

Team Options
========

Life Orb Alakazam appreciates Choice Scarf users as this set is more geared to wallbreaking. Pokemon such as Darmanitan and Mienshao are great partners, revenge killing with ease while also being able to wear down the opponent's team threats with U-turn. Alakazam forces a lot of switches so Spikes setters, such as Forretress and Roserade, are really good as many of the Pokemon that tend to switch into Alakazam are bulky Steel-types. (no space in Steel-types) Healing Wish users, such as Shaymin, are very much appreciated, giving Alakazam a second chance in the game.

Other Options
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Encore is an amazing option, allowing allows Alakazam to lock Pokemon into a status move or hazard move, forcing easy switches and allowing Alakazam to set up if it wants. Substitute is another option, allowing Alakazam to play mind-games (add hyphen) with Sucker Punch users such as Mega Absol. Thunder Wave is another great option as Alakazam can cripple those that it cannot OHKO with its coverage moves. Calm Mind + and Recover sets up on stall Pokemon that rely on status moves to do damage and relatively weak special attackers. The only status that hurts Alakazam is paralysis as Magic Guard doesn't block the speed drop / and paralysis chance.

Checks & Counters
########

**Choice Scarf Users**: Choice Scarf users, such as Mienshao, Darmanitan, and Hydreigon, all outspeed Alakazam and proceed to break Alakazam's Sash or OHKO it while grabbing momentum.

**Special Walls**: While Alakazam has Psyshock, most special walls have ways to recover the damage and can easily cripple Alakazam in return via paralysis.

**Assault Vest Users**: Assault Vest users, such as Meloetta and Drapion, can take many of Alakazam's hits as they either resist or are immune to its STAB and its coverage is only doing neutral damage to them.

**Priority Users Attackers**: Priority Attackers, such as Mega Absol and Mixed Nidoking, are a thorn in Alakazam's side as they can easily revenge kill Alakazam if the Focus Sash is broken or if it is holding a Life Orb.

**Other Physical Attackers**: Pokemon, Physical attackers such as Mega Aerodactyl and Mega Absol, can easily wear Alakazam outspeed in Mega Aerodactyl's case, (AC) or revenge kill it with Sucker Punch in Mega Absol's case.

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Overview
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Alakazam is one of the most reliable revenge killers in UU, with access to amazing coverage with moves such as Dazzling Gleam, Focus Blast, Shadow Ball, and Energy Ball. Thanks to its amazing ability, Magic Guard, it doesn't have to worry about switching into hazards or being worn down by status not named paralysis and freeze. Focus Sash guarantees it can live any hit, complementing its perfect coverage, decent base 120 Speed, and base 135 Special Attack, meaning it can naturally outspeed all but two Pokemon in UU, Noivern and Crobat, and reliably revenge kill them all.

However, Alakazam's pitiful bulk means it has to rely on OHKOing the Pokemon it is trying to revenge kill or its Sash will be broken, and whilealthough it is an amazing revenge killer, it cannot reliably revenge kill Choice Scarf users, Noivern, or Crobat, as they all outspeed Alakazam. It also tends to require that a Pokemon to be sacrificed so that it can get a free switch in.

Focus Sash (Revenge Killer)(You really only need one name. Focus Sash or Revenge Killer will do, tbh)
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name: Focus Sash (Revenge Killer)
move 1: Psyshock
move 2: Shadow Ball
move 3: Focus Blast / Energy Ball
move 4: Dazzling Gleam
ability: Magic Guard
item: Focus Sash
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
nature: Timid

Moves
========

Psyshock is an amazing STAB move that allows Alakazam to get around common special walls such as Florges,(AC) though Psychic may be an option if special walls are not a problem to thefor your team. Shadow Ball allows Alakazam to hit opposing Psychic- and Ghost- types(Remove the space after "Ghost-") hard, and Focus Blast is a great move to bopto hit (sadly, bop is not an acceptable term. It truly is a shame.) Steel- and Dark-types, although the accuracy is a bit below par. Energy Ball can be a possible replacement if bulky Water- types(Remove space after "water-") provide a problem to the team. Dazzling Gleam allows Alakazam to hit Dark- types(Remove space after "Dark-") more reliably than Focus Blast.

Set Details
========

Focus Sash is used to ensure that Alakazam can take a hit before it proceeds to OHKO the Pokemon in front of it as the combination of Focus Sash and Magic Guard means Alakazam is guaranteed to get a hit in. Max Special Attack and Speed EVs are used to allow Alakazam to hit as hard and as fast as it can. A Timid nature is used as ithis allows Alakazam to outspeed positive natured, fully invested base 115s Speed Pokemon, such as Azelf, and allows Alakazam to Speed tie other Alakazam.

Usage Tips
========

This set should be used on an offensive team, as it is too frail to take hits and should only be coming in after something dies. Alakazam has amazing coverage and this set capitalizes on it, allowing it to run four moves that, with correct prediction, can hurt switch-ins for a lot. The Focus Sash also guarantees that Alakazam can get a hit off no matter what if it is brought in safely, as Magic Guard allows it to not be affected by entry hazards.

Team Options
========

Wallbreakers, such as Choice Band Entei or Life Orb Darmanitan, love having Alakazam as a "cleaner" of sorts, as they can reliably wear down walls to the point that Alakazam can reliably revenge kill them. Hazard setters, such as Forretress or Froslass, are really helpful for Alakazam as they can secure some OHKOs for Alakazam with Stealth Rocks or Spikes, and generally wear down the opponent to allow Alakazam to finish them off cleanly. A VoltTurn strategy is a great way to keep the momentum on your side whilste also wearing down the opponent's Pokemon, allowing Alakazam to come in and KO them. A good partner for this can be Mega Ampharos as a slow Volt Switch can bring in Alakazam safely and it hits hard coming off of Mega Ampharos' base 165 Special Attack.

Life Orb Attacker
########
name: Life Orb Attacker
move 1: Psyshock
move 2: Shadow Ball
move 3: Dazzling Gleam
move 4: Focus Blast / Calm Mind
ability: Magic Guard
item: Life Orb
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
nature: Timid

Moves
========

Psyshock is an overall great STAB move, allowing Alakazam to get around special walls not named Umbreon. Shadow Ball allows Alakazam to hit Ghost-types and opposing Psychic-types. Dazzling Gleam allows Alakazam to hit Dark- types(Remove space after "Dark-") with reliable accuracy. Focus Blast allows Alakazam to deal with the Steel- types(Remove space after "steel-") that wall it otherwise, and Calm Mind boosts Alakazam's power to even greater levels.(Yeah, but why would you run it over Focus Blast. Don't tell me what I can use Bulbapedia to find out, give me the reasoning, the meaty stuff that a new person is looking for.)

Set Details
========

Max Special Attack and Speed EVs are used to allow Alakazam to Speed tie other Alakazams and outspeed a decent portion of the the metagame while hitting hard. A Timid nature is used to outspeed some Pokemon such as Infernape and Froslass. Life Orb is a way to boost Alakazam's power and thanks to Magic Guard, Alakazam isn't worn down by Life Orb recoil. This set can be used as more of a wallbreaker, as it can hit a lot harder than the Focus Sash set with little drawback.

Usage Tips
========

This set is more geared towards being a wallbreaker, hitting a lot harder at the cost of not being able to reliably revenge kill. The Life Orb boost allows Alakazam to hit a lot harder, and is complemented by its naturally high Speed.

Team Options
========

Life Orb Alakazam appreciates Choice Scarf teammates, as this set is more geared to wallbreaking. Pokemon such as Darmanitan and Mienshao are great partners, revenge killing with ease while also being able to wear down the opponent's team with U-turn. Alakazam forces a lot of switches so Spikes setters, such as Forretress and Roserade, are really good teammates, as many of the Pokemon that tend to switch into Alakazam are bulky Steel- types(Remove space after "steel-"). Healing Wish users, such as Shaymin, are much appreciated teammates, giving Alakazam a second chance in the game.

Other Options
########

Encore is an amazing option, allowing Alakazam to lock Pokemon into a status move or hazard move, forcing easy switches and allowing Alakazam to set up. Substitute is another option, allowing Alakazam to play mindgames with Sucker Punch users such as Mega Absol. Thunder Wave is another great option as Alakazam can cripple those that it cannot OHKO with its coverage moves. Calm Mind + Recover Alakazam sets up on stall Pokemon that rely on status moves to do damage and relatively weak special attackers.

Checks & Counters
########

**Choice Scarf Users**: Choice Scarf users, such as Mienshao, Darmanitan, and Hydreigon, all outspeed Alakazam and proceed to break Alakazam's Focus Sash or OHKO it while grabbing momentum.

**Special Walls**: WhileAlthough Alakazam has Psyshock, most special walls have ways to recover the damage and can easily cripple Alakazam in return via paralysis.

**Assault Vest Users**: Assault Vest users, such as Meloetta and Drapion, can take many of Alakazam's hits as they either resist or are immune to its STAB attacks and its coverage is only doinges neutral damage to them.

**Priority Users**: Priority Aattackers, such as Mega Absol and Mmixed Nidoking, are a thorn in Alakazam's side as they can easily revenge kill Alakazam if the Focus Sash is broken or if it is holding a Life Orb.

**Other Physical Attackers**: Pokemon such as Mega Aerodactyl and Mega Absol can easily outspeed Alakazam in Mega Aerodactyl's case, or revenge kill it with Sucker Punch in Mega Absol's case.
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Overview
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Alakazam is one of the most reliable revenge killers in UU, with access to amazing coverage with moves such as Dazzling Gleam, Focus Blast, Shadow Ball, and Energy Ball. Thanks to its amazing ability, Magic Guard, it doesn't have to worry about switching into hazards or being worn down by status not named paralysis and freeze. Focus Sash guarantees it can live any hit, complementing its perfect coverage, decent base 120 Speed, and base 135 Special Attack, meaning it can naturally outspeed all but two Pokemon in UU, Noivern and Crobat, and reliably revenge kill them all.

However, Alakazam's pitiful bulk means it has to rely on OHKOing the Pokemon it is trying to revenge kill or its Sash will be broken, and whilealthough it is an amazing revenge killer, it cannot reliably revenge kill Choice Scarf users, Noivern, or Crobat, as they all outspeed Alakazam. It also tends to require that a Pokemon to be sacrificed so that it can get a free switch in.

Focus Sash (Revenge Killer)(You really only need one name. Focus Sash or Revenge Killer will do, tbh)
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name: Focus Sash (Revenge Killer)
move 1: Psyshock
move 2: Shadow Ball
move 3: Focus Blast / Energy Ball
move 4: Dazzling Gleam
ability: Magic Guard
item: Focus Sash
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
nature: Timid

Moves
========

Psyshock is an amazing STAB move that allows Alakazam to get around common special walls such as Florges,(AC) though Psychic may be an option if special walls are not a problem to thefor your team. Shadow Ball allows Alakazam to hit opposing Psychic- and Ghost- types(Remove the space after "Ghost-") hard, and Focus Blast is a great move to bopto hit (sadly, bop is not an acceptable term. It truly is a shame.) Steel- and Dark-types, although the accuracy is a bit below par. Energy Ball can be a possible replacement if bulky Water- types(Remove space after "water-") provide a problem to the team. Dazzling Gleam allows Alakazam to hit Dark- types(Remove space after "Dark-") more reliably than Focus Blast.

Set Details
========

Focus Sash is used to ensure that Alakazam can take a hit before it proceeds to OHKO the Pokemon in front of it as the combination of Focus Sash and Magic Guard means Alakazam is guaranteed to get a hit in. Max Special Attack and Speed EVs are used to allow Alakazam to hit as hard and as fast as it can. A Timid nature is used as ithis allows Alakazam to outspeed positive natured, fully invested base 115s Speed Pokemon, such as Azelf, and allows Alakazam to Speed tie other Alakazam.

Usage Tips
========

This set should be used on an offensive team, as it is too frail to take hits and should only be coming in after something dies. Alakazam has amazing coverage and this set capitalizes on it, allowing it to run four moves that, with correct prediction, can hurt switch-ins for a lot. The Focus Sash also guarantees that Alakazam can get a hit off no matter what if it is brought in safely, as Magic Guard allows it to not be affected by entry hazards.

Team Options
========

Wallbreakers, such as Choice Band Entei or Life Orb Darmanitan, love having Alakazam as a "cleaner" of sorts, as they can reliably wear down walls to the point that Alakazam can reliably revenge kill them. Hazard setters, such as Forretress or Froslass, are really helpful for Alakazam as they can secure some OHKOs for Alakazam with Stealth Rocks or Spikes, and generally wear down the opponent to allow Alakazam to finish them off cleanly. A VoltTurn strategy is a great way to keep the momentum on your side whilste also wearing down the opponent's Pokemon, allowing Alakazam to come in and KO them. A good partner for this can be Mega Ampharos as a slow Volt Switch can bring in Alakazam safely and it hits hard coming off of Mega Ampharos' base 165 Special Attack.

Life Orb Attacker
########
name: Life Orb Attacker
move 1: Psyshock
move 2: Shadow Ball
move 3: Dazzling Gleam
move 4: Focus Blast / Calm Mind
ability: Magic Guard
item: Life Orb
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
nature: Timid

Moves
========

Psyshock is an overall great STAB move, allowing Alakazam to get around special walls not named Umbreon. Shadow Ball allows Alakazam to hit Ghost-types and opposing Psychic-types. Dazzling Gleam allows Alakazam to hit Dark- types(Remove space after "Dark-") with reliable accuracy. Focus Blast allows Alakazam to deal with the Steel- types(Remove space after "steel-") that wall it otherwise, and Calm Mind boosts Alakazam's power to even greater levels.(Yeah, but why would you run it over Focus Blast. Don't tell me what I can use Bulbapedia to find out, give me the reasoning, the meaty stuff that a new person is looking for.)

Set Details
========

Max Special Attack and Speed EVs are used to allow Alakazam to Speed tie other Alakazams and outspeed a decent portion of the the metagame while hitting hard. A Timid nature is used to outspeed some Pokemon such as Infernape and Froslass. Life Orb is a way to boost Alakazam's power and thanks to Magic Guard, Alakazam isn't worn down by Life Orb recoil. This set can be used as more of a wallbreaker, as it can hit a lot harder than the Focus Sash set with little drawback.

Usage Tips
========

This set is more geared towards being a wallbreaker, hitting a lot harder at the cost of not being able to reliably revenge kill. The Life Orb boost allows Alakazam to hit a lot harder, and is complemented by its naturally high Speed.

Team Options
========

Life Orb Alakazam appreciates Choice Scarf teammates, as this set is more geared to wallbreaking. Pokemon such as Darmanitan and Mienshao are great partners, revenge killing with ease while also being able to wear down the opponent's team with U-turn. Alakazam forces a lot of switches so Spikes setters, such as Forretress and Roserade, are really good teammates, as many of the Pokemon that tend to switch into Alakazam are bulky Steel- types(Remove space after "steel-"). Healing Wish users, such as Shaymin, are much appreciated teammates, giving Alakazam a second chance in the game.

Other Options
########

Encore is an amazing option, allowing Alakazam to lock Pokemon into a status move or hazard move, forcing easy switches and allowing Alakazam to set up. Substitute is another option, allowing Alakazam to play mindgames with Sucker Punch users such as Mega Absol. Thunder Wave is another great option as Alakazam can cripple those that it cannot OHKO with its coverage moves. Calm Mind + Recover Alakazam sets up on stall Pokemon that rely on status moves to do damage and relatively weak special attackers.

Checks & Counters
########

**Choice Scarf Users**: Choice Scarf users, such as Mienshao, Darmanitan, and Hydreigon, all outspeed Alakazam and proceed to break Alakazam's Focus Sash or OHKO it while grabbing momentum.

**Special Walls**: WhileAlthough Alakazam has Psyshock, most special walls have ways to recover the damage and can easily cripple Alakazam in return via paralysis.

**Assault Vest Users**: Assault Vest users, such as Meloetta and Drapion, can take many of Alakazam's hits as they either resist or are immune to its STAB attacks and its coverage is only doinges neutral damage to them.

**Priority Users**: Priority Aattackers, such as Mega Absol and Mmixed Nidoking, are a thorn in Alakazam's side as they can easily revenge kill Alakazam if the Focus Sash is broken or if it is holding a Life Orb.

**Other Physical Attackers**: Pokemon such as Mega Aerodactyl and Mega Absol can easily outspeed Alakazam in Mega Aerodactyl's case, or revenge kill it with Sucker Punch in Mega Absol's case.
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Overview
########

Alakazam is one of the most reliable revenge killers in UU, with access to amazing (you use amazing in the next sentence too, so maybe change one of them) coverage moves such as Dazzling Gleam, Focus Blast, Shadow Ball, and Energy Ball. Thanks to its amazing ability, (remove comma) Magic Guard, it doesn't have to worry about switching into entry hazards or being worn down by status not named paralysis and freeze (is sleep relevant here?). Focus Sash guarantees it can live survive any hit, complementing its perfect coverage, decent base 120 Speed, and base 135 Special Attack, meaning it Alakazam can naturally outspeed all but two Pokemon in UU, Noivern and Crobat, and reliably revenge kill them all.

However, Alakazam's pitiful bulk means it has to rely on OHKOing the Pokemon it is trying to revenge kill or its Sash will be broken, and although it is an amazing revenge killer, it cannot reliably revenge kill Noivern, Crobat, and Choice Scarf users, Noivern, or Crobat, as they all outspeed Alakazam. It also tends to require that a teammate Pokemon to be sacrificed so that it can get a free switch in.

Revenge Killer
########
name: Revenge Killer
move 1: Psyshock
move 2: Shadow Ball
move 3: Focus Blast / Energy Ball
move 4: Dazzling Gleam
ability: Magic Guard
item: Focus Sash
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
nature: Timid

Moves
========

Psyshock is an amazing STAB move that allows Alakazam to get around common special walls such as Florges, though Psychic may be an option if special walls are not a problem for your team. Shadow Ball allows Alakazam to hit opposing Psychic- and Ghost-types hard, and Focus Blast is a great move to hit Steel- and Dark-types, although the its accuracy is a bit below par. Energy Ball can be a possible replacement if bulky Water-types provide pose a problem to the team. Dazzling Gleam allows Alakazam to hit Dark-types more reliably than Focus Blast.

Set Details
========

Focus Sash is used to ensure that Alakazam can take a hit before it proceeds to OHKO the Pokemon in front of it, (comma) as the combination of Focus Sash and Magic Guard means Alakazam is guaranteed to get a hit in. Maximum Special Attack and Speed EVs are used to allow Alakazam to hit as hard and as fast as it can. A Timid nature is used as it allows Alakazam to outspeed positive-natured, fully invested base 115 Speed Pokemon, such as Azelf, and allows Alakazam to Speed tie with other Alakazam.

Usage Tips
========

This set should be used on an offensive team, as it is too frail to take hits and should only be coming in after a teammate faints something dies. Alakazam has amazing coverage and this set capitalizes on it, allowing it to run four moves that, with correct prediction, can hurt switch-ins for a lot of damage. (space) Focus Sash guarantees that Alakazam can get a hit off no matter what as long as if it is brought in safely, as Magic Guard allows it to not be affected by entry hazards.

Team Options
========

Wallbreakers, such as Choice Band Entei or Life Orb Darmanitan, love having Alakazam as a "cleaner" of sorts, as they can reliably wear down walls to the point that Alakazam can reliably revenge kill them. Entry hazard setters, such as Forretress or Froslass, are really helpful for Alakazam, (comma) as they can secure some OHKOs for Alakazam with Stealth Rock or Spikes, (remove comma) and generally wear down the opponent's team to allow Alakazam to finish them off cleanly. A VoltTurn strategy is a great way to keep the momentum on your side while also wearing down the opponent's Pokemon, allowing Alakazam to come in and KO them. A good partner for this can be Mega Ampharos, (comma) as a its slow Volt Switch can bring in Alakazam safely and it hits hard coming off of Mega Ampharos's base 165 Special Attack.

Life Orb Attacker
########
name: Life Orb Attacker
move 1: Psyshock
move 2: Shadow Ball
move 3: Dazzling Gleam
move 4: Focus Blast / Calm Mind
ability: Magic Guard
item: Life Orb
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
nature: Timid

Moves
========

Psyshock is an overall great STAB move, allowing Alakazam to get around special walls not named Umbreon. Shadow Ball allows Alakazam to hit Ghost-types and opposing Psychic-types. Dazzling Gleam allows Alakazam to hit Dark-types with reliable accuracy. Focus Blast allows Alakazam to deal with the Steel-types that otherwise wall it otherwise, and but Calm Mind can be used instead to boost boosts Alakazam's power, allowing it to hit hard at the cost of losing out on coverage for Steel-types.

Set Details
========

Maximum Special Attack and Speed EVs are used to allow Alakazam to Speed tie with other Alakazam and outspeed a decent portion of the the metagame while hitting hard. A Timid nature is used to outspeed some Pokemon such as Infernape and Froslass. Life Orb is a way to boosts Alakazam's power and thanks to Magic Guard, Alakazam isn't worn down by Life Orb recoil. This set can be used as more of a wallbreaker, as it can hit a lot harder than the Focus Sash set with little drawback.

Usage Tips
========

This set is more geared towards wallbreaking being a wallbreaker, hitting a lot harder at the cost of not being able to reliably revenge kill. The Life Orb increases Alakazam's power significantly boost allows Alakazam to hit a lot harder, (reworded this because you used a variation of "hit a lot harder" in the previous sentence) and is complemented by its Alakazam's naturally high Speed.

Team Options
========

Life Orb Alakazam appreciates Choice Scarf teammates, as this set is more geared to wallbreaking. Pokemon such as Darmanitan and Mienshao are great partners, revenge killing with ease while also being able to wear down the opponent's team with U-turn. Alakazam forces a lot of switches, (comma) so Spikes setters, such as Forretress and Roserade, are really good teammates, as many of the Pokemon that tend to switch into Alakazam are bulky Steel-types. Healing Wish users, such as Shaymin, are much appreciated teammates, giving Alakazam a second chance in the game.

Other Options
########

Encore is an amazing option, allowing Alakazam to lock Pokemon into a status move or an entry hazard move, forcing easy switches and allowing Alakazam to set up. Substitute is another option, allowing Alakazam to play mind games with Sucker Punch users such as Mega Absol. Thunder Wave is another great option, letting as Alakazam can cripple those Pokemon that it cannot OHKO with its coverage moves. Calm Mind + Recover Alakazam sets up on stall Pokemon that rely on status moves to do damage and relatively weak special attackers.

Checks & Counters
########

**Choice Scarf Users**: Choice Scarf users, such as Mienshao, Darmanitan, and Hydreigon, all outspeed Alakazam and can proceed to break Alakazam's Focus Sash or OHKO it while grabbing momentum.

**Special Walls**: Although Alakazam has Psyshock, most special walls have ways to recover the damage and can easily cripple Alakazam in return via paralysis.

**Assault Vest Users**: Assault Vest users, such as Meloetta and Drapion, (remove comma) can take many of Alakazam's hits, (comma) as they either resist or are immune to its STAB attacks and are hit neutrally by its coverage moves only does neutral damage to them.

**Priority Users**: Priority attackers, such as Mega Absol and mixed Nidoking, are a thorn in Alakazam's side, (comma) as they can easily revenge kill Alakazam if its the Focus Sash is broken or if it is holding a Life Orb.

**Other Physical Attackers**: Pokemon such as Mega Aerodactyl and Mega Absol can easily outspeed Alakazam in Mega Aerodactyl's case, or revenge kill it with Sucker Punch in Mega Absol's case.
 

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Overview
########

Alakazam is one of the most reliable revenge killers in UU, with access to amazing (you use amazing in the next sentence too, so maybe change one of them) coverage moves such as Dazzling Gleam, Focus Blast, Shadow Ball, and Energy Ball. Thanks to its amazing ability, (remove comma) Magic Guard, it doesn't have to worry about switching into entry hazards or being worn down by status not named paralysis and freeze (is sleep relevant here?). Focus Sash guarantees it can live survive any hit, complementing its perfect coverage, decent base 120 Speed, and base 135 Special Attack, meaning it Alakazam can naturally outspeed all but two Pokemon in UU, Noivern and Crobat, and reliably revenge kill them all.

However, Alakazam's pitiful bulk means it has to rely on OHKOing the Pokemon it is trying to revenge kill or its Sash will be broken, and although it is an amazing revenge killer, it cannot reliably revenge kill Noivern, Crobat, and Choice Scarf users, Noivern, or Crobat, as they all outspeed Alakazam. It also tends to require that a teammate Pokemon to be sacrificed so that it can get a free switch in.

Revenge Killer
########
name: Revenge Killer
move 1: Psyshock
move 2: Shadow Ball
move 3: Focus Blast / Energy Ball
move 4: Dazzling Gleam
ability: Magic Guard
item: Focus Sash
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
nature: Timid

Moves
========

Psyshock is an amazing STAB move that allows Alakazam to get around common special walls such as Florges, though Psychic may be an option if special walls are not a problem for your team. Shadow Ball allows Alakazam to hit opposing Psychic- and Ghost-types hard, and Focus Blast is a great move to hit Steel- and Dark-types, although the its accuracy is a bit below par. Energy Ball can be a possible replacement if bulky Water-types provide pose a problem to the team. Dazzling Gleam allows Alakazam to hit Dark-types more reliably than Focus Blast.

Set Details
========

Focus Sash is used to ensure that Alakazam can take a hit before it proceeds to OHKO the Pokemon in front of it, (comma) as the combination of Focus Sash and Magic Guard means Alakazam is guaranteed to get a hit in. Maximum Special Attack and Speed EVs are used to allow Alakazam to hit as hard and as fast as it can. A Timid nature is used as it allows Alakazam to outspeed positive-natured, fully invested base 115 Speed Pokemon, such as Azelf, and allows Alakazam to Speed tie with other Alakazam.

Usage Tips
========

This set should be used on an offensive team, as it is too frail to take hits and should only be coming in after a teammate faints something dies. Alakazam has amazing coverage and this set capitalizes on it, allowing it to run four moves that, with correct prediction, can hurt switch-ins for a lot of damage. (space) Focus Sash guarantees that Alakazam can get a hit off no matter what as long as if it is brought in safely, as Magic Guard allows it to not be affected by entry hazards.

Team Options
========

Wallbreakers, such as Choice Band Entei or Life Orb Darmanitan, love having Alakazam as a "cleaner" of sorts, as they can reliably wear down walls to the point that Alakazam can reliably revenge kill them. Entry hazard setters, such as Forretress or Froslass, are really helpful for Alakazam, (comma) as they can secure some OHKOs for Alakazam with Stealth Rock or Spikes, (remove comma) and generally wear down the opponent's team to allow Alakazam to finish them off cleanly. A VoltTurn strategy is a great way to keep the momentum on your side while also wearing down the opponent's Pokemon, allowing Alakazam to come in and KO them. A good partner for this can be Mega Ampharos, (comma) as a its slow Volt Switch can bring in Alakazam safely and it hits hard coming off of Mega Ampharos's base 165 Special Attack.

Life Orb Attacker
########
name: Life Orb Attacker
move 1: Psyshock
move 2: Shadow Ball
move 3: Dazzling Gleam
move 4: Focus Blast / Calm Mind
ability: Magic Guard
item: Life Orb
evs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
nature: Timid

Moves
========

Psyshock is an overall great STAB move, allowing Alakazam to get around special walls not named Umbreon. Shadow Ball allows Alakazam to hit Ghost-types and opposing Psychic-types. Dazzling Gleam allows Alakazam to hit Dark-types with reliable accuracy. Focus Blast allows Alakazam to deal with the Steel-types that otherwise wall it otherwise, and but Calm Mind can be used instead to boost boosts Alakazam's power, allowing it to hit hard at the cost of losing out on coverage for Steel-types.

Set Details
========

Maximum Special Attack and Speed EVs are used to allow Alakazam to Speed tie with other Alakazam and outspeed a decent portion of the the metagame while hitting hard. A Timid nature is used to outspeed some Pokemon such as Infernape and Froslass. Life Orb is a way to boosts Alakazam's power and thanks to Magic Guard, Alakazam isn't worn down by Life Orb recoil. This set can be used as more of a wallbreaker, as it can hit a lot harder than the Focus Sash set with little drawback.

Usage Tips
========

This set is more geared towards wallbreaking being a wallbreaker, hitting a lot harder at the cost of not being able to reliably revenge kill. The Life Orb increases Alakazam's power significantly boost allows Alakazam to hit a lot harder, (reworded this because you used a variation of "hit a lot harder" in the previous sentence) and is complemented by its Alakazam's naturally high Speed.

Team Options
========

Life Orb Alakazam appreciates Choice Scarf teammates, as this set is more geared to wallbreaking. Pokemon such as Darmanitan and Mienshao are great partners, revenge killing with ease while also being able to wear down the opponent's team with U-turn. Alakazam forces a lot of switches, (comma) so Spikes setters, such as Forretress and Roserade, are really good teammates, as many of the Pokemon that tend to switch into Alakazam are bulky Steel-types. Healing Wish users, such as Shaymin, are much appreciated teammates, giving Alakazam a second chance in the game.

Other Options
########

Encore is an amazing option, allowing Alakazam to lock Pokemon into a status move or an entry hazard move, forcing easy switches and allowing Alakazam to set up. Substitute is another option, allowing Alakazam to play mind games with Sucker Punch users such as Mega Absol. Thunder Wave is another great option, letting as Alakazam can cripple those Pokemon that it cannot OHKO with its coverage moves. Calm Mind + Recover Alakazam sets up on stall Pokemon that rely on status moves to do damage and relatively weak special attackers.

Checks & Counters
########

**Choice Scarf Users**: Choice Scarf users, such as Mienshao, Darmanitan, and Hydreigon, all outspeed Alakazam and can proceed to break Alakazam's Focus Sash or OHKO it while grabbing momentum.

**Special Walls**: Although Alakazam has Psyshock, most special walls have ways to recover the damage and can easily cripple Alakazam in return via paralysis.

**Assault Vest Users**: Assault Vest users, such as Meloetta and Drapion, (remove comma) can take many of Alakazam's hits, (comma) as they either resist or are immune to its STAB attacks and are hit neutrally by its coverage moves only does neutral damage to them.

**Priority Users**: Priority attackers, such as Mega Absol and mixed Nidoking, are a thorn in Alakazam's side, (comma) as they can easily revenge kill Alakazam if its the Focus Sash is broken or if it is holding a Life Orb.

**Other Physical Attackers**: Pokemon such as Mega Aerodactyl and Mega Absol can easily outspeed Alakazam in Mega Aerodactyl's case, or revenge kill it with Sucker Punch in Mega Absol's case.
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