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Project: Artemis @projectartemis.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

To celebrate hitting 1k followers on the other site, we want to thank you for supporting us here! 1 winner will receive this PikaRom double-sided playmat with 2 boxes of FCBC Perwinkle sleeves in their original launch box! To enter just ❤️like ✅️follow 🔁repost Winner chosen 12/05 at noon eastern!

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Adelli0n @adelli0n.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

While this meta permitted Air Cutter Corvilknight, it still offers an insight into the meta threats to plan for this season! Thanks to production @nhoff.bsky.social and the @zygarden.gg team for this casting opp, and to @claudiafps.bsky.social for partnering with me for her first cast!

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

Swamp/Skarm doesn't die it just reinvents itself

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

One of the things I've been working on in coaching is exactly that - which info to present as easy to jettison or recognize as a "later problem" and which to focus on early in learning. A lot of things like IVs get this disproportionate importance which can ultimately harm a beginner. Tough stuff :/

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

Of course! Happy to help and always happy to chat more! There's a *LOT* to this game that's unwritten and those + even interpreting resources (how does someone use PVPoke to build a regional team?) just is very difficult to parse compared to a Limitless or Victory Road resource for the other games.

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

If any of these drop in viability due to actual stats I'll re-work this and make an updated one :) Luckily these Pokémon are all ones with GO PVP longevity. There's another big piece of beginner content I wanna work on late this P!P season, hmu if you want to help or are curious!

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

(Woth noting as well that you can always practice/scrim with moves before legality in P!P) Some logistical info: I plan to do one of these per in-game season at minimum this year, I truly think this is one of the biggest barriers to entry for competitive GO PVP.

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

Trying to make teams strong enough that I could win a Cup with them, and forgiving in bulk. Ana Hoffman brand teamsheets below (to print and fill out or just to see movesets) Note that Air Cutter Corv isn't legal for P!P until Sept. 16th, but Sky Attack should be viable too!

Pokémon GO teamsheet to hand to opponents (requires CP to be filled in as well as 1 of Corviknight's charge moves)

Pokémon GO teamsheet to provide to TO, requires CP, HP, nicknames of Pokémon, and second charged attack on Corviknight. Also required name, PID, and DOB

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

Re-introducing team one-sheets! I've talked to newer players; I'm re-focusing these on accessibility: no shadows, no XLs, few if any legacy moves. This is based on speculative stats for the new season - but I want people to be able to work towards it. Play Rookidee Community Day!

Team map featuring Corviknight, Altaria, Araquanid, Gastrodon, Steelix, and Dedenne. It shows Corviknight + Gastrodon; Altaria + Steelix; and Dedenne + Araquanid as strong cores of the team and presents fallback lines of 3 of Gastrodon/Altaria/Corviknight and Araquanid/Dedenne/Steelix. In these Gastrodon and Araquanid are labeled as the respective lead Pokémon and Corviknight and Steelix are labeled as the respective pivot Pokémon.

Description of the ABB Map as displayed in the previous graphic. It is a graphical way of showing lines of 3 to players using connecting lines between Pokémon!

A more basic guide to the team - it gives 6 different playable teams of 3 that allows a player to choose a team to play without deeply understanding ABB team structures. The teams are as follows [with the structure being lead/pivot/closer]:
Gastrodon/Corviknight/Altaria
Araquanid/Steelix/Dedenne
Altaria/Corviknight/Steelix
Dedenne/Corviknight/Araquanid
Corviknight/Steelix/Gastrodon
Steelix/Altaria/Dedenne
Each team shows prospective threats to the team on the right-side of the graphic

Substitutions are provided for players that may need or want them. These are presented as follows:
Araquanid could be substituted for Golisopod
Altaria could be substituted for Shadow Dragonite
Gastrodon could be substituted for either Shadow Quagsire or Swampert
Dedenne and Steelix could be substituted for Unovan Stunfisk and Tinkaton

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 24/08/2025

They went great I got a bunch of resources and we were home by like 3pm for a nap 😎 Gonna probably go to BG tomorrow to avoid city traffic so glhf at Pande!

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Zygarden | Pokémon GO Tournaments @zygarden.gg · 22/08/2025

The platform continues to grow 🌱 Introducing team tournament functionality! Create a team of variable size, set metas and players, and battle it out with other teams however you'd like! Prep for competitions, settle rivalries, and thrive alongside your teammates 🌱

Team roster for Girls Just Swanna Have Fun

Team set-up functionality including setting teams and metas as well as positions

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Zygarden | Pokémon GO Tournaments @zygarden.gg · 13/07/2025

🔥 SOMETHING OLD, SOMETHING NEW 🔥 Dive into 3 years of competitive Pokémon GO history! Build your team from past metas + spice picks in our Chrono format. 🗓️ July 20, 10am PT 💰 $125 prize pool 📺 twitch.tv/zygardenGG Join Discord to register: discord.gg/QdUYq4B8Wv 🌱

This format looks back at the last 3 years of Competitive Pokemon Go. For each slot chose 1 Pokemon that represents a competitive season from 2025, 2024, 2023, and All Stars that have been strong meta picks for multiple seasons. For the final 2 slots chose any Pokemon not appearing in any of the previous categories. Trainers will play through a swiss bracket, with the fiercest competitors moving into a single elimination top cut.

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Zygarden | Pokémon GO Tournaments @zygarden.gg · 30/06/2025

🎊 PLAY POKEMON 2026 STARTS TOMORROW! Perfect timing as our latest feature just bloomed: bracketless tournaments! ✅ Manage signups & check-ins ✅ View teams online Try it at zygarden.gg 🌸 #PlayPokemon2026 #EventTools #Zygarden

A tournament overview for a tournament starting tomorrow with the bracketless option

The registered participants for the tournament. Teams show for those who have registered one.

Small battle party overview with a an overlay for the details

Comprehensive battle party overview showing all details at once

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

Incredibly good bolt ⚡️⚡️

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“SimplyGabby” Snyder 🧀 @gabbysnyder.com · 18/06/2025

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

Thank you so much!!! And likewise it's always a pleasure 💚💚💚

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

The power of LizardPon 🤷‍♀️

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

In TCG, relative being the key word 😂 You haven't seen how much I get swarmed in GO (I wouldn't trade it for the world)

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

I know the common response (because I've gotten it from friends) is "representation is not your responsibility" and "don't put this on yourself" but I'm being honest on how I feel. Feelings aren't always logical. Love y'all 💚

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

NAIC FOMO + having time to introspect caused an NHoff Notes Post™️ Mainly sharing bc I've heard enough people say I'm gone for good or ask when I'll be back. Excited for next year 🤠💚

Notes reading:
So it's been interesting taking a year off. There have been a multitude of reasons for that, mostly financial (finally beat the job market in game 5), but some of the others have lessened as well. I feel loved by the community again, GO Fest was actually really big in that regard. Therapy has helped me drown out antagonists, as much as that's taken longer than I'd like.

I've felt a lot of guilt this year about how few women we've had performing well at events, qualifying for worlds, etc. I'm incredibly proud of those who have, and I'm excited to watch them all compete in Anaheim, I'm just also recognizing that I was doing more for representation than I ever thought I was. And that's very affirming but also scary to see disappear. I am kind of two minds about it all, as some could expect given my experiences.

Notes reading:
I'm torn about next season.
I have spent this year getting *really* good at the TCG. Like I genuinely believe I could spike a respectable day 2 result if my hands are running hot. And completing the trifecta of Liquipedia + Limitless Pages across the 3 games would be very funny and very satisfying. That's also a game where if I went to many events, trained harder, and optimized my season I think I could possibly make a run at worlds. And that is enticing. It's been really fun trying and learning something again from 0.

And the TCG community doesn't have any of the established history, antagonists who know me, or bittersweet connections with former friends. Im a relative nobody with some cool friends, and that's freeing but also a double-edged sword.
It is notably not my game. Yet.

Notes reading:
I think my plan is to GO hard until I'm firmly in invite range (or spike a win) and then enjoy TCG on the latter half. A bit haughty of me to say I can do, but also anyone who's seen me tap a phone knows that I absolutely have earned the right to be that confident. I doubt I travel award chase unless I *really* like the meta, and unless we get a reversion to the Surf nerf I doubt that's happening.
Also that. Another reason I've been meh about GO: I don't know how much I enjoy OGL now that Fini is effectively unplayable. For all the "branding" there, the Pokémon is just really fun to play. But there are other fluid mid-bulk mons, I'll find something. Happy to hear suggestions there :3

As always, love y'all, and would always love to hear thoughts. Introspection tough.
I'm excited to be back in the saddle 💚

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

I'd say it's a very nice QoL upgrade for those who get them but nothing groundbreaking :)

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

For PVP this is really good to fine-tune IVs on the one-time legendaries and mythicals. Fortunately those aren't very meta-relevant currently, and it only matters if your IVs are like notably bad. For raids etc it's a nice way to perfect shinies that aren't quite perfect yet.

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

Incredibly blessed to have AlphaFeeb in the GO community, especially now it's so appreciated to have a cis/het player take time from his interview to say this. I'm so grateful to call him a friend 💚🏳️‍⚧️

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

It isn't *exactly* still a thing; it's mainly a staple in these posts because of how hated it was and because I love a running gag. But technically Victreebel got buffed this season so who knows? Definitely agree on it being hilarious though 💚

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

This will be my first time missing NAIC and I'm bummed about it, but it'll be really fun to watch from home :) Had to still get the annual post up ofc Enjoy the new meta wild west everyone 💚

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

Pokémon GO NAIC Cores Alignment Chart

3x3 Alignment Chart featuring Galarian Moltres + Quagsire as lawful good, Cradily + Annihilape as neutral good, Golisopod + Stunfisk as chaotic good, Dusclops + Gligar as lawful neutral, Azumarill+ Drapion as true neutral, Dedenne + Diggersby as chaotic neutral, Dragalge + Swampert as lawful evil, Scizor + Jellicent as neutral evil, and Victreebel + Bastiodon as chaotic evil

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

Sorry, I read "Joltik Control" and will be waiting for the @projectartemis.bsky.social masterclass on this terrifying meta threat

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Jen Badamo (she/they) @jenbamo.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

Quick reminder, children. The first Pride was a Riot. Thankful today and every day for the black, trans, and queer people who fought for my right to be me. Happy Pride! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

Happy Pride to all my fellow gays in Pokémon you are all Legendary to me 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️✨️💚

Rainbow pride flag with Xerneas and Ho-Oh on it

Trans pride flag with Crowned Zacian on it

Lesbian pride flag with Fezandipiti on it

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 31/05/2025

Matchups: N's AZU W Straight Pult W ZoroArch W Evo Garde ID Straight Pult WW Evo Garde WW Beyond the obvious Watchtower hate, Chien-Pao lets you bump your own AZU & toss damage & 2P mons which is really nice in certain matchups. Shaymin scary but can't be worse than Rabsca :)

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 31/05/2025

Got my 4th and final Cup win last night with LizardPon :3 Maxed Cups all with Zard, 3 in the past 2 months with LizardPon variants 🔥 V proud of my growth in both playing & building, this pile feels great & is ready for DRI hence the CPao. Also 2 Treasures of Ruin funni :3 ✌️💚🏳️‍⚧️

Trainer NHoff holding her Champion playmat

Pokémon: 18
1 Pidgeot ex PAF 221
1 Terapagos ex PR-SV 165
1 Pidgey OBF 207
1 Charmeleon PAF 110
3 Noctowl PR-SV 141
1 Fezandipiti ex SFA 84
1 Latias ex SSP 220
2 Charizard ex PR-SV 74
2 Wellspring Mask Ogerpon ex TWM 194
1 Pidgeotto PAF 197
3 Hoothoot SCR 114 PH
1 Chi-Yu PR-SV 57
2 Fan Rotom SCR 118
1 Chien-Pao PR-SV 152
2 Charmander SVALT 124
1 Ditto PAF 201
1 Mew ex PR-SV 53
1 Bloodmoon Ursaluna ex TWM 202

Trainer: 16
2 Crispin SCR 164
2 Rare Candy PGO 69
1 Super Rod PAL 276
2 Boss's Orders LOR-TG 24
2 Nest Ball SVI 181
2 Area Zero Underdepths PRE 94
1 Night Stretcher SSP 251
1 Iono PAL 269
1 Professor Turo's Scenario PAR 240
1 Black Belt's Training JTG 143 PH
1 Jacq SVI 236
1 Counter Catcher PAR 264
4 Buddy-Buddy Poffin TEF 144
1 Sparkling Crystal PRE 129
3 Ultra Ball SLG 68
1 Brock's Scouting JTG 179

Energy: 4
1 Jet Energy PAL 190
5 Basic {R} Energy SVALT 132
1 Basic {W} Energy SVALT 133
1 Basic {L} Energy SVALT 134

Total Cards: 60

Silly spoof book art of "A Zard of Ice and Fire"

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Congrats!!! 💚💚💚

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

It's okay surely Licki with a guaranteed debuff move is fine

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

Only thing I care about from the update I can't wait to abuse bulk again 🤩🤩

Lickitung gaining Wrap Charge Move in the GBL update over the "The Return of the King" title card

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

Pokémon Center website! Should pop up if you search "Sylveon Jacket"

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

New favorite jacket of all time has arrived I will NOT be normal about it!!!!! ✌️💚🏳️‍⚧️

Sylveon Bomber Jacket from the Pokemon Center

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Thank you so much LTD 💚

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

She's goated actually!

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Interview success, offer letter signed, nearly a YEAR later I am back to work at the start of June! Can't explain just how relieved I am, thanks to everyone who's helped me keep sane during this time. So excited to be able to be back at regionals next season! Love y'all ✌️💚🏳️‍⚧️

Trainer NHoff dressed spiffy for her interview

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cj @psychicceej.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

🌈SURPRISE! CHARITY TOUR TIME!!🌈 i have always wanted to host a metronome tournament and what better way to host one than to make it for a good cause! test your luck on saturday, june 21st at 12PM EST on limitless! minimum $5 donation required to enter. hope to see you there!

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

If we had e-reader Darkness or Metal energy I'd use it in every deck, and yeah big yellow borders in general make deck checking so much easier + very good nostalgia fun :)

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

Omg GGs trainer thnks fr th mmrs

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NHoff @nhoff.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

R1 Garde W R2 Pult W R3 Pult W R4 Poison Arch T R5 Pult W Top 4 Poison Arch WW Pult LWW I whiffed Fan Rotom only twice (ty 13 outs) and only whiffed Pidgeot line in a couple games all day. Black Belt's Training won me 2 games; sadly with no Dengo, Chi-Yu was benched. Fun games :)

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