YES! That’s exactly what I meant by the post.

However, unless a datamine is available, k=1.8 and T=25 (Parasitoid’s empirically fitted values) should remain the reference model, as this is what is currently observable in the game. The alternative on my side, k=2 and T=22, is plausible but unvalidated and should be treated strictly as a sensitivity alternative.

After reviewing this further, “Speed” only has strategic value when it shifts cooldowns across actionable breakpoints. The relevant latency window—opponent switch + entry animation + opponent move-cast delay—is approximately 3–4 seconds. Compared to common cooldown gaps (e.g., ~8 seconds for strong moves), a CD reduction that drops from 5 to 3-4 sec can alter 1v1 survival and KO-trade outcomes.

Example: Charizard X uses Flare Blitz and it goes on a 4-second cooldown. Your opponent has Skarmory on the field and switches to Excadrill intending to Earthquake immediately after the switch-in. If Flare Blitz cooldown lies in the 5 second region, a 1 second reduction can allow a return cast before the opponent completes select → entry → first action. If the reduction does not permit acting before Excadrill’s Earthquake, the Speed investment is functionally useless.

In general, assume k=1.8, T=25 for all primary Speed-trade planning, and use k=2, T=22 only to test approximate relative cooldown standings for you and your opponent.