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[OVERVIEW]
Snorlax is one of the best tanks and status absorbers in LGPE OU thanks to its gargantuan special bulk, which allows it to take attacks from Pokemon such as Mega Gengar, Mega Alakazam, and Mew. It is also able to take on Scald from Pokemon such as Starmie, Mega Slowbro, and Mega Blastoise as well as Sizzly Slide from Eevee-S because of its ability to take advantage of burns to retaliate with a powerful STAB Facade, and its base 110 Attack ensures the move will punch massive holes in Pokemon that don't resist it. Snorlax's amazing offensive pressure combined with its wide movepool is what allows it to shine in LGPE OU's more offensive metagame. However, while it does have great special bulk, Snorlax's low physical bulk and Speed, as well as the residual damage from burns or Toxic poison, leave it easily revenge killed by Pokemon such as Mega Beedrill, Rhydon, and Dragonite. Snorlax's over-reliance on Facade can leave it walled by Pokemon like Melmetal, Mega Gengar, and Rhydon. However, Melmetal and Rhydon can still be hurt by Fire Blast and Surf, respectively. Its lack of resistances and reliable recovery is a bit detrimental to its bulk, meaning that Snorlax will almost always face competition with other defensive Pokemon such as Mew and Alolan Muk.
[SET]
name: Tank
move 1: Facade
move 2: Earthquake
move 3: Toxic
move 4: Fire Blast / Surf / Self-Destruct
nature: Sassy / Careful
[SET COMMENTS]
Set Description
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Facade is Snorlax's strongest STAB move and provides a safeguard against burns and status, ensuring it does massive damage to any foe that doesn't resist the move. Earthquake is used to hit Pokemon that resist Facade such as Melmetal, Mega Gengar, and Rhydon. Toxic can break down bulky Pokemon such as Poliwrath, Rhydon, and Mew. It also can put offensive Pokemon such as Mega Alazazam, Dragonite, and Zapdos on a timer. Fire Blast and Surf can be used in the fourth moveslot for a chance to 2HKO Melmetal and Rhydon, respectively. These moves are especially helpful if Snorlax is burned. Self-Destruct can also put a dent into Pokemon like Dragonite, Poliwrath, and Mew. Rest can be run in the fourth moveslot, but only if Eevee-S is on Snorlax's team. A Sassy nature allows Snorlax to be a mixed tank that can 2HKO almost every Pokemon in the metagame. Careful should only be used if Snorlax runs Self-Destruct.
Usage Tips
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Snorlax is a tank designed to come in on special attackers such as Zapdos, Mega Gengar, and Mew. It can also come in on status-inducing moves such as Will-O-Wisp and Toxic from these Pokemon, Scald from Starmie or Mega Slowbro, and Sizzly Slide from Eevee-S or with the help of U-turn from a teammate like Zapdos or Mega Beedrill. However, it is generally best to preserve Snorlax's health so that it can switch into a strong special attacker such as Mega Alakazam. Early in the match, Snorlax can break walls with Facade so that other teammates can have an easier time if certain threats have been dented or knocked out. After it has been afflicted with status, Snorlax should aim to spam Facade as much as possible because this move deals a massive amount of damage to any foe that doesn't resist it. If Snorlax's HP is relatively low or if there is a potentially problematic Pokemon on the opposing team like Mega Beedrill, Mew, or Dragonite, it can be a good idea to use Self-Destruct to deal a considerable amount of damage to these Pokemon or even knock them out. Although Snorlax is meant to take status conditions, keep in mind the drawbacks of them: Toxic poison depletes its amazing bulk over time and burns can weaken its offensive pressure with its other moves. Snorlax does not want to be asleep or paralyzed: sleep turns Snorlax into a sitting duck, and full paralysis can cost Snorlax a potential KO. Do not let Snorlax stay in on physically offensive Pokemon like Melmetal, Dragonite, and Poliwrath: these Pokemon threaten Snorlax out of the battle by targeting its weaker Defense.
Team Options
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Because of its poor Defense, pairing Snorlax with a physically bulky Pokemon like Melmetal, Rhydon, Mega Venusaur, Mew, or Mega Slowbro could be a good idea. Having a special attacker like Mew, Mega Venusaur, or Starmie on Snorlax's side can help it deal with physically defensive Pokemon. Mega Beedrill and Zapdos can also make for good partners, since they can bring Snorlax into battle with U-turn. Zapdos can also help check Melmetal for Snorlax, especially if it is not running Fire Blast. Pokemon like Rhydon, Melmetal, and Mega Aerodactyl appreciate Snorlax's ability to take special hits and burns from Scald. Eevee-S can also help Snorlax by healing its status conditions with Sparkly Swirl so that it can use its other physical moves like Earthquake and Self-Destruct more safely or by providing further support with Sizzly Slide and Sappy Seed. Eevee-S is practically mandatory if Snorlax runs Rest.
[STRATEGY COMMENTS]
Other Options
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Body Slam is another STAB option that can paralyze a foe, but Facade's potential to allow Snorlax to absorb status is generally preferred. Yawn can be used to force switches against Pokemon like Mew and Melmetal.
Checks and Counters
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**Melmetal**: Thanks to its rare Steel typing and amazing physical bulk, Melmetal can take any attack that Snorlax goes for, is not thwarted by Toxic, and can 2HKO it in return with Double Iron Bash. However, Melmetal fears coming in on a potential Fire Blast.
**Rhydon**: Rhydon shrugs off Snorlax's STAB moves and can 2HKO Snorlax with Earthquake after Stealth Rock. Rhydon doesn't want to be poisoned from Toxic or potentially come in on Surf, however.
**Physically Offensive Pokemon**: Pokemon such as Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Beedrill, Alolan Dugtrio, Poliwrath, and Dragonite can threaten Snorlax out of the battle because they are much faster than Snorlax and their offensive moves target its weaker Defense stat. None of them really want to switch into any of Snorlax's moves, however.
**Residual Damage**: The likes of poison from Toxic, burns from Will-O-Wisp and Scald, and Stealth Rock damage deplete Snorlax's HP which, when combined with its lack of reliable recovery, makes its role as a tank a little less impressive as the match progresses. Sappy Seed and Leech Seed from Eevee-S and Mega Venusaur can also wear Snorlax down further.
[CREDITS]
- Written by: [[JustoonSmitts, 239732]]
- Quality checked by: [[Funbot28, 255984], [Ezaphs, 275272], [McCoolDude, 469684]
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