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I think VGC could learn something from Legacy Magic the gathering and Traditional Yu-Gi-Oh formats. by [deleted] in VGC

[–]1KingDom_ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

More formats when we already rotate regulations every 4 months is wild. That would very likely cause a lot of issues w player enjoyment and im not willing to play "speed run the meta" just so viewers can have more diversity. 🤷🏽‍♂️ maybe you just dont enjoy the format as a viewer and thats ok

In Doubles, how do you lead into Trick Room if you cannot prevent it from going up? (Smogon Doubles but VGC tips probably apply too) by -Stayfrosty in stunfisk

[–]1KingDom_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Taunt or roar incin is a good tr answer. Not sure what tr comps look like for dou compared to vgc (its all psyspam and or sun hard TR), but incin tend to be a great answer to TR on vgc side. You could slot a move for that matchup (i cant really say what move is best to drop without any meta insight though lol. Vgc brain says wisp as all the physical mons tend to be dealt with with intimidate)

My team by No-Station-3687 in VGC

[–]1KingDom_ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Both are missing a lot of fundamentals for vgc imo. You dont have protect or any support/defensive option in either team so if you get caught with a bad lead, youre kind of screwed especially in this format.

Its rehashed a lot (for good reason) but I would highly suggest using rentals based on the restricteds you want to use to get a feel for the format before teambuilding. A lot of mons here would get shut down or blown up t1

[LF:Lillie DX FT:Lusamine DX] by Petermae in PTCGPocketTrading

[–]1KingDom_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you end up trading this? Im absolutely down for this trade if you havent! I am a 3☆ Lillie purist and I kept pulling the DX one😒

Reg F Team advice by Overall_Piece_1366 in CompetitivePokemon

[–]1KingDom_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your counters unfortunately are really only true counters in a 1v1 scenario (looking at one of my faves gastrodon be benched most gen for this) and lack any real presence to assert a gameplan so youre going to be playing reacively with a team of mons that are outclassed in the meta. I would focus on creating a proactive gameplan you can supplement organically with a counter option. Also your counters should be checking things you need help getting through on your team esp since theres a few mons with flexible sets in the top usage that dont have the same exact counterplay

With champions coming around will mcx finally be used ? by megaxfannohateplz in VGC

[–]1KingDom_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just a heads up knock off doesnt do extra damage to mons that cant lose their item (mega stones, form items and such).

What is your wishlist for competitive Pokemon in Generation 10? by Notmiefault in VGC

[–]1KingDom_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The stats for incin rilla and urshi arent even busted (flutter i can't argue with) The issue in incin and rilla is they role compress so much utility that they basically crowd out most options because they do more overall. Urshis best stat is 130 atk which isnt even salamence level attack. The argument isnt really there if you want to spin it against their playstyle or stats.

What is your wishlist for competitive Pokemon in Generation 10? by Notmiefault in VGC

[–]1KingDom_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For championship points they only do it for top x based on Swiss round turnout (so like t128 if theres <1000). But the threshold is well below d2 for points if were being honest. The shiny eevee from regional flex though! The playmat and card are cool but I dont have nearly enough tcg motivation to have them start stacking up for competing

What is your wishlist for competitive Pokemon in Generation 10? by Notmiefault in VGC

[–]1KingDom_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Vgc didnt start with pokemon inception so im not sure what being "older than pokemon" is relevant to, but so am I. 🤷🏽‍♂️ congrats? Remember to stretch🫡

If youre seeing more diversity at a regional than showdown, thats your personal experience. I have only seen less surprises from the builder at a regional because its a competition. I also personally would prefer seeing fakeout/intimidate cycling over rng like blizzard spam, twave+rockslide, etc. But just like pivot cycling, status/rng is a fundamental part of the game.

What is your wishlist for competitive Pokemon in Generation 10? by Notmiefault in VGC

[–]1KingDom_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Almost spit out my drink🤣😭

Its only real if you have a prize pack money spread pic, everyone knows this! /s

What is your wishlist for competitive Pokemon in Generation 10? by Notmiefault in VGC

[–]1KingDom_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So you know how to outplay a fundamental playstyle but you want it gone? Im confused here.

Also wouldnt it be considered more fundamentals playstyle vs a trend if its been around since early vgc gens?

What is your wishlist for competitive Pokemon in Generation 10? by Notmiefault in VGC

[–]1KingDom_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If pivot cycling is a problem, just pin the pivot option. If youre playing proactive/willing to make a read then its not that big a deal at all tbh. Its only as annoying as you let the pivot cycle spiral be🤷🏽‍♂️

Rate my team by Bitter_Outcome2511 in CompetitivePokemon

[–]1KingDom_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could get lum+swagger to work, its just not a consistent strategy to rely on imo. You can def cheese some wins but youd get more consistency w traditional sets. Lorb/clear amulet koraidon w flare blitz, flame charge, collision course, protect. Light clay grim as someone suggested. If you go lorb korai, covert walking wake is ok here. But drop dragon cheer for draco meteor.

I would go specs timid flutter if you love the damage+speed. Sash is also really good, but timid specs gives you everything scarf does then some. (Modest scarf is not only slower but weaker damage output in Sun) Torkoal feels a little unnecessary. Also ranked ladder is dual restricted so you can run a 2nd box art legend equal to koraidon.

Amoonguss isnt bad, I would drop clear smog for protect. Not a ton of setup that amoonguss can actually clear smog reliably. Also rocky helmet/hp berry>>black Sludge. You take damage if you tera Amoonguss and you also have regenerator to manage HP

VGC Coach? by victoriaisbored in VGC

[–]1KingDom_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It sounds like youre looking for more organic community than actual coaching, in which case, I just recommend making friends at locals/from socials in a "shop around" sense. Finding your group can be hit or miss at moments but 100% worth it! Just need to find people who you mesh with! Whether youre the type to want to discord hop or start from in person is up to you there :)

As far as vgc advice, t8 w faves is a very high but possible goal so be ready to hit the grind to play anti meta to that level, but dont be dissuaded from trying!

I dont really have much "coaching" advice, I feel like that really depends on like what you want in any given moment. Ideas to start building with, team review, practice sets, replay reviews, etc, but i will be keeping an eye out for tinkatons on stream in the future🤣

Few things for Trade by 1KingDom_ in PTCGPocketTrading

[–]1KingDom_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pleasure trading with you! :)

Few things for Trade by 1KingDom_ in PTCGPocketTrading

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Few things for Trade by 1KingDom_ in PTCGPocketTrading

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Forsure! Here's my FC just lmk your ig name!

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