Shadow Sneasler
Attack
Defense
Stamina
Best Movesets
Analysis
Despite the Shadow boost, Sneasler still can't quite make it to the title of "good". This is primarily due to the fact that it's it still doesn't have a Poison moveset, and is primarily competing as a Fighting Type, which is a meta that it cannot compete in.
Offense
- Rock Smash pairs well with Close Combat to fulfill a Fighting-type role.
- Poison Jab is a good Poison-type move with STAB, but lacks synergy with the available Charge Moves.
- X-Scissor or Aerial Ace could be chosen to attack Grass-types, but other Pokemon are better for this.
Defense
- Rock Smash is generally the stronger option for defense with its respectable base power and STAB.
- Poison Jab is a decent STAB alternative.
- Shadow Claw has a very high chance to not be resisted by attackers, but is weaker.
- Aerial Ace or X-Scissor are the way to go for a Charged Move.
Poison Jab benefits from STAB to deal respectable damage, but its coverage is rather limited. Shadow Claw can be chosen for its typing which is largely unresisted by most Pokemon.
Close Combat is always recommended for its powerful STAB coverage, despite the harsh self-debuff. X-Scissor costs the least amount of energy in the game, allowing it to be spammed frequently and bait shields. Aerial Ace is not recommended due to its unimpressive stats, unless Flying-type coverage is needed.
Sneasler's high ATK stat results in poor bulk for Great League. Relatively fast access to Close Combat lets Sneasler threaten OHKOs against various Pokemon in the meta, and not just those weak to Fighting-type damage. Successful baits X-Scissor will significantly improve Sneasler's matchups, but this can lead to inconsistent results. If you like the high risk and high reward style, Sneasler might be for you.
