Forretress
Bagworm Pokémon
It is encased in a steel shell. Its peering eyes are all that can be seen of its mysterious innards.
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Strategy Overview
Forretress is a defining force in Ubers owing to Rapid Spin and its ability to set entry hazards on a wide array of defensive Pokemon. It is the premier Rapid Spin user of Ubers, and the only one worth using on stall teams. It has fairly high physical bulk, allowing it to function as a switch-in for Outrages from the likes of Rayquaza, as well as for Draco Meteors, though they do significantly more damage due to Forretress's low Special Defense. Additionally, Forretress can set up every entry hazard, making it a staple on any team, particularly stall, that requires entry hazards and Rapid Spin, which Forretress wraps up, including free shipping, into one pointed package. While its offenses are low, Forretress's attacks still get the job done. Its low base Speed might seem to be a detriment, but Forretress has Payback and STAB Gyro Ball to make up for this. Despite its flaws, Forretress is essential to multiple team archetypes and must always be accounted for when building.
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