Accelgor
Shell Out Pokémon
When its body dries out, it weakens. So, to prevent dehydration, it wraps itself in many layers of thin membrane.
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Strategy Overview
Having a good lead is vital in BW Ubers, and Accelgor is a strong contender for this role. With an insane base 145 Speed stat, a solid STAB Bug Buzz that frightens opposing lead Darkrai, and the ability to force switches with Yawn, Accelgor can set Spikes versus nearly all teams. Unfortunately, this is about where Accelgor's utility ends. Due to stats that are generally weak by Ubers standards, it is unable to function as anything besides a suicide lead, making it quite challenging to justify on anything except offensive teams. Even as an entry hazard setter, Accelgor faces competition in Ubers. Lack of access to Stealth Rock or Toxic Spikes might make it challenging to justify over competing suicide leads like Deoxys-S and Custap Berry Forretress. The fact that some Pokemon, such as Magic Coat Giratina-O and Deoxys-A, completely shut it down, too, also might make a different suicide lead like Cloyster or Rocky Helmet Deoxys-S a better alternative in some instances. Regardless, when slotted on the right team, Accelgor is a very competent Spikes user sure to disrupt the opponent's play.
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