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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

Happy with my own run as well – two ICs, two trophies. Got to face off against some fantastic battlers and showcase a fun team 🐸 Gameplay a lil shaky in clutch moments, but that just means there's room to grow. I may never get that second gold, but I'll take consistent Top 8s.

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

Huge congratulations to ItsAXN for making Pokémon Go history today! In Pato and Ilqm, he faced the two strongest battlers of the EU and NA season – just to put on a master class and re-claim the crown. The storyline going into Worlds writes itself. Is it 2023 all over again?

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

I hijacked the @mxchmp.bsky.social stream today to hit the legend rank! The vegan scarecrow sure packed a punch. Also converted a Cup/Challenge double header into 55 Championship points. Maybe they’ll ship me to Anaheim?

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 22/03/2025

I was wondering, too. Whole timeline on about innies and outies and I have no clue what the actual fuck either is supposed to be

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myš 🐁 @mxchmp.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

OUTRAGE morpeko was the only way i was getting VETERAN rank today !! also i tried a newly built shadow sableye variant today. and we don't talk about the two 0-5's that were also today. the mustard-style pants are final sale!

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

Shellder spotlight done and dusted! 3k per catch with a star piece – if you've made questionable decisions in building Pokémon for PvP lately, this one is a must play!

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

I went 8-0 to win a prized tournament, hosted by Haydonus (actual), in the @inadequance.bsky.social server! Ice Bean Claydol, Shadow Clause A/, the other guys are regular. ggs!

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

me when my Morpeko hits the Guzzlord for super effective damage through a shield

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

When I envision a strong line for the Scroll Cup, I –

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 09/03/2025

What’s your favorite torch song? #pokemongo

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

I actually think that Blast Burn will be like the 4th most desirable move on it, unless they change it to Hydro stats in the future. Make sure to pick up one just in case, but the best Skeledirges should be the ones without the legacy move

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

The stats for Torch Song have been datamined – and they're good! - 45 E allows Skeledirge to stack a Torch Song and a Shadow Ball - 70 DMG outclasses similar self-buffing moves such as Triple Axel or Trailblaze - downside: Giving up Disarming Voice will hurt vs some Darks and Dragons

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

While Dual Destiny was merely a small patch to what we had in Max Out!, the Might and Mastery meta drops a whole DLC worth of changes that WILL impact how tournament teams are looking. We may have never had this many viable Pokémon. Time to get creative!

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

However, it's not all misery. Blastoise, Swampert (direct buffs) and Greninja (better environment) will have a four-way scuffle for best water starter. Forretress might be incredible. Mew is viable again, and there’s even an argument to try out Armarouge, now!

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

FUN AND LACK THEREOF Some changes annoy me personally a little. Talonflame is about to be worse with more waters and fewer targets. Wigglytuff looks menacing, and that’s not a fun thing to see in the meta. The Discharge rework feels like a nerf and impacts Charjabug.

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Furret is a new, capable generalist. Dragons might see an opening if Azumarill usage plummets. Cradily with Rock Tomb will be difficult to remove while boasting great coverage. A-Sandslash may pick up Shadow Claw again. Golisopod gained consistency, plus I guess there’s Swalot!

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

BUT WAIT. THERE’S MORE Some staples will drop slightly, but still be around (ShGatr, Diggersby). Overall, the meta's set to grow: Previously unseen Pokémon now sit on the meta's fringes at least. Togetic? Galarian Weezing? Sure, why not. Double buffed Emolga? Put it in the bag.

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

… but there’s a chance a drop in fighters could lead to it picking up Snarl again. Mud Slappers should still thrive. Claydol with its Psychic resistance and access to Rock Tomb could have a moment! Jumpluff and Serperior will remain viable, too.

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

HERE TO STAY So, how does the current top meta stack up against the new threats? Out of the main Ghost answers, Shadow Drapion will continue to thrive. Some players might even opt for the non-shadow for an improved Lapras match up! Mandibuzz also isn’t going anywhere, …

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

The Ghosts are here to keep newly-buffed Grumpig in check – and they’re plentiful: Drifblim utilizes Hex to spam debuffs, Dusknoir achieves perfect coverage with Dynamic Punch, and the Rock Tomb buff makes Spiritomb a prime target for low friendship trades.

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Even beyond Sableye, the field of Ghost types competing for a place in the meta is broadening up. Galarian Corsola loses some of its oppressive Night Shade damage, while bulky Dusclops and Jellicent benefit from buffed Hex improving their neutral match ups.

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Lapras' obvious meta status will make certain hard counters more attractive. I’m thinking Morpeko, Pangoro, maybe a Cresselia resurgence. The Foul Play energy reduction will also see people try out more Malamar, and Shadow Sableye, to fend off that Psywave pressure!

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

It is deadly with a shield advantage (see below), consistent and versatile. Lapras will decrease the amount of Dewgong we see, it will challenge Azumarill for the bulky water role, and it will scare Annihilape and Primeape with its Psychic type damage. Non-shadow preferred!

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

LAPPING THE COMPETITION We like to talk about Pokémon not only in terms of their individual potency, but also in terms of their *gravity*. Lapras with Psywave and Sparkling Aria will arrive as a Top 5 Pokémon and is set to significantly shift its surroundings in a big way.

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Pokémon Go is getting ready for a new season – and the PvP balance update is shaping up to be one of the more substantial ones we've seen. From Might and Mastery to dominance and diversity, join me on a journey through a new meta, its winners and its losers 🧵

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Greatly looking forward to the Might & Mastery season now, and to a new meta to crack. I don't know whether I'll ever make history, but I'll for sure make memories, and that's really all I can ask for. See you in Atlanta!

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

– Corsola forms a near perfect core with Primeape and brings the bench pressure vs Annihilape. I never used it once, though. – Talonflame protected the Primeape/Corsola core from Wigglytuff and is just a Pokémon I'm very familiar with using. I think I had a team comp advantage every round!

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

As for the team: - I knew I wanted to use Charja/Diggersby, as they were my MVPs from Birmingham and form a great core - Azumarill needed to come, as it opens up neutral play into most popular lines - Primeape was the fun, squishy thing I wanted to enable.

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Other things I was less happy with. Limited time to socialize and focus my energy on the people I do this for. I guess that's just suffering from success. But also, the reputation of someone who loses when it matters is something I want to, and will, shake off.

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

There's a couple things I'm really happy with. - secured Travel Award for NAIC - Grand Finals in 3/6 tournaments this season - focus/mentality improved tons since 2022 - many friends mentioned how the battles reignited their desire to compete ♥️

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

At one point, I was 16-0 in the competition, and I'm very proud of that. YouTube says I should have put up more of a fight in Winners and Grand Finals. Idk, it felt like a fight? 6-6, but got my win streaks when it didn't matter, and my losing streaks when it did. Here's the footage.

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P4T0M4N VS Zzweilous - Pokémon GO Grand Finals | EUIC 2025

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

I competed in the European International Championships for Pokémon Go, and it went kinda well! Got 2nd place overall. Did no scrims ever. I think that was good – I didn't learn the patterns of players I wouldn't end up facing. Only lost to P4T0M4N, who's kinda cracked! 🧵

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

– Bruxfish, de fish helps with bruxfishdefishdefishiency – Lycanroc doesn’t help with much at all, really – there is no Druddigon, the government has been lying to you

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myš 🐁 @mxchmp.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

where am i ❓

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 15/02/2025

No podcast episode this week! Really wanted to do another EUIC pre-show, but couldn't get it scheduled across time zones. Instead, take this updated Play! Pokémon tierlist for the EUIC meta as a treat. You could build for winning, but you could also build for fun!

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Roses are red Octillery's, too my team building sux I'll show it to you

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

I hope everybody has an enormous Valentine's eve. Here’s a penguin:

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

When faced with a core breaker lead, 'dile in.

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 02/02/2025

You can keep them, we don't want them

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

Is this like what the Mayans did in 2012

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Runner-up in Birmingham! Surpassed my boldest expectations after some months of rough results, and picking a team without the super safe Azumarill/Drapion pairing (s/o @dweck.bsky.social). It caught up to me in Grand Finals, but even getting there again is a feat I'm just so proud of. Onto EUIC!

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Sharks & Recreation @sharkspogo.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Fierce Frontier faction, formidable fish franchise, fantastic friends: Sharks & Rec are ready to F their opponents up in @battlefrontpogo.bsky.social Legendary tier! Feast your eyes on the roster that will represent Sharks for the upcoming Cycle 4 🦈

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

Another post with the hashtag is big for #drynuary legitimacy

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 18/01/2025

Tomorrow is 39F and snow (supposedly)

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Zzweilous @zzweilous.bsky.social · 18/01/2025

Putting the beaver in the sentence "this will be a very successful tournament". Day 2 in Birmingham with a FUN squad!

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