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Smogon University @smogon.com · 8h

This old bell takes hits well and counters the metagame in DOU!

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Smogon University @smogon.com · 1d

One of the many Calm Mind-ing Arceus formes in Ubers; it's Arceus-Electric!

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Smogon University @smogon.com · 2d

Mega Scizor's claws are overflowing with energy!

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Smogon University @smogon.com · 2d

Will you pick up the phone if Mr. Craw called?

Explore more Pokemon Showdown usage stats here: smogon.com/stats/2025-09/

Smogon University @smogon.com · 2d

Boo!

New pfp and banner by DaWolfKid: www.smogon.com/forums/threa...

Smogon University @smogon.com · 3d

Hisuian Growlithe is smashing Little Cup hard with its rock head!

Importable and description: smogon.com/social/spotlights/growlithehisui-svlc-choicescarf2

Smogon University @smogon.com · 6d

Maushold is small but mighty in Regulation H!

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Smogon University @smogon.com · 7d

The Phantom Menace of NFE spooks teams with its blistering Speed, amazing typing, and bountiful utility!

Importable and description: smogon.com/social/spotlights/drakloak-svnfe-hexwisp

Smogon University @smogon.com · 8d

Echoing this rise of Galarian Zapdos to UU, Gyarados and Volcanion are no longer allowed in RU following the most recent council vote!

https://www.smogon.com/forums/threads/ru-metagame-discussion-thread-october-2025-shifts-gyarados-and-volcanion-quickbanned-27.3767219/post-10724015

Smogon University @smogon.com · 9d

Enamorus descends onto the battlefield!

Importable and description: smogon.com/social/spotlights/enamorus-svmonofairy-mixedattacker

Smogon University @smogon.com · 10d

Indeedee-M and its Trick Room tricks VG—I mean OU!

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Smogon University @smogon.com · 10d

The relaunch of our general collection!
Shop classic designs or the new ones by our very own Pissog!
https://shop.smogon.com/

Smogon University @smogon.com · 10d

Finishing up with a look at our other tiers!

More usage stats and information here: https://www.smogon.com/forums/threads/usage-based-tier-update-for-october-2025.3771873/

Smogon University @smogon.com · 10d

And as always we'll take a look at OU during last month!

More usage stats and information here: https://www.smogon.com/forums/threads/usage-based-tier-update-for-october-2025.3771873/

Smogon University @smogon.com · 10d

October is upon us and so are the tier shifts!

More usage stats and information here: https://www.smogon.com/forums/threads/usage-based-tier-update-for-october-2025.3771873/

Smogon University @smogon.com · 11d

Thundurus-T storms through STABmons!

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Smogon University @smogon.com · 11d

Sign up for the newest UM, Monocolor's kickoff tournament! Build a team with all Pokemon of the same color and fight for the gold! Yellow? Whatever it is, join in!

https://www.smogon.com/forums/threads/monocolor-kickoff-tournament-signups.3771715/

Smogon University @smogon.com · 13d

Sneasler's supercharged Reversals are hard to Endure!

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Smogon University @smogon.com · 14d

Don't touch! Glimmet's toxic presence has been felt throughout this generation of LC!

Importable and description: smogon.com/social/spotlights/glimmet-svlc-stealthrock

Smogon University @smogon.com · 16d

Gengar may have fallen, but it's great in RU as a fast status spreader!

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Smogon University @smogon.com · 16d

Latios drops a Draco!

Explore more Pokemon Showdown usage stats here: smogon.com/stats/2025-08/

Smogon University @smogon.com · 17d

Iron Valiant destroys the titans of National Dex with its mixed attacking set!

Importable and description: smogon.com/social/spotlights/ironvaliant-svndou-lifeorb

Smogon University @smogon.com · 18d

Galarian Articuno has frozen NU with its psychic powers!

Importable and description: smogon.com/social/spotlights/articunogalar-svnu-calmmind

Smogon University @smogon.com · 19d

Check out ABR vs Hiko in the first game played of SCL V!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i71MSXn-3ks

Smogon University @smogon.com · 20d

Dragonite flies into Doubles OU!

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