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Armaldo @ Leftovers
Ability: Battle Armor
EVs: 252 HP / 84 Def / 172 SpD
Careful Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Rapid Spin
- Stone Edge
- Knock Off
Armaldo is a premier Rapid Spin user for Bug teams. It compresses roles on Bug teams, as it provides utility support in the form of Stealth Rock and Knock Off to help its offensive teammates. Unlike Forretress, the other primary entry hazard remover, Armaldo has decent offensive presence, as it is able to pressure common Defog users and Flying-types such as Mantine and Zapdos with Stone Edge. Its part Rock typing allows it to check Fire-type threats such as Mega Charizard Y for Bug teams. With 84 Defense EVs, Armaldo avoids the OHKO from V-create from Choice Scarf Victini even after Stealth Rock damage and OHKOes in return with Stone Edge. Volcarona is also a good teammate, as it a potent sweeper and appreciates Rapid Spin support; it also takes out Steel types such as Celesteela and Mega Scizor that threaten out Armaldo. Armaldo provides Rapid Spin and Stealth Rock support, which allows Mega Pinsir to sweep more easily. Araquanid doubles as a check to Fire-types, relieving pressure from Armaldo. Scizor is also a good teammate for Armaldo, as it can check Rock types such as Mega Diancie and Nihilego with Bullet Punch.
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