Moveset e set competitivi di Rattata

Moves Double-Edge is the main STAB move Alolan Ratta should run, as it has enough power to outright OHKO the majority of neutral targets after Stealth Rock damage and 2HKO the bulkiest Pokemon in LC such as Spritzee and Munchlax. Return is a more conservative option that does not lower Alolan Rattata's HP but hits for less damage and, consequently, misses certain OHKOs. Sucker Punch is the best option for a Dark-type move because it boasts priority and can be used to pick off weakened targets; on the other hand, Crunch avoids the mind games used to counter Sucker Punch, such as the use of Substitute or other status moves. U-turn allows Alolan Rattata to escape a bad matchup and gives momentum to its team thanks to its good Speed. For the final moveslot, Pursuit can be used to trap Abra and Ghost-types; be careful against Abra, however, as it can outspeed Alolan Rattata and KO it. Quick Attack, on the other hand, gives Alolan Rattata a tool with which to pick off weakened targets that can't be easily played around like Sucker Punch. Finally, Crunch can be used as a secondary Dark-type STAB move if you chose Sucker Punch for the second moveslot. Set Details The EVs maximize what Alolan Rattata needs, its Attack and Speed stats. The remaining EVs are put into Defense to hit an extra point and to better take neutral and resisted priority moves such as Aqua Jet and Sucker Punch. Jolly is the only nature to use because Hustle already provides a boost in Attack and hitting 17 Speed is more important than having an extra point in Attack. Hustle is the chosen ability because it boosts Alolan Rattata's Attack by 50%, significantly enhancing its damage output. Life Orb in conjunction with Hustle turns Alolan Rattata into a potent physical attacker at the cost of just 1 HP per attack. Usage Tips Alolan Rattata should never be sent directly into battle, as its pitiful defenses mean it will almost never be able to take a hit and retaliate. Alolan Rattata is a powerful but frail attacker that will spam its STAB moves most of the time. Be careful when using Sucker Punch, as even though it hits very hard, it can be easily played around with a bit of prediction, such as by using Will-O-Wisp with Gastly or Substitute with Abra; be wary of Abra in particular, as it can outspeed and KO Alolan Rattata if it doesn't use Sucker Punch or simply KO it if Abra has its Focus Sash intact. Alolan Rattata should be played as a hit-and-run attacker, since it already loses so much HP from Life Orb and Double-Edge recoil and can't afford to lose any from switching into attacks. When Alolan Rattata has a difficult matchup, don't hesitate to use U-turn to bring in a teammate that can deal with the opposing Pokemon. Team Options Alolan Rattata needs partners to deal with Pawniard, making Timburr and Croagunk good teammates; both KO it, with the former being a bulky setup sweeper that can absorb status moves like Will-O-Wisp and Thunder Wave and the latter being able to remove Fairy-types for Alolan Rattata. Slow U-turn and Volt Switch users like defensive Mienfoo and Chinchou help Alolan Rattata enter the field, working around its nonexistent defenses. Cottonee is a notable partner because it can absorb Knock Off and check Fighting-types while also having Prankster Z-Memento to restore Alolan Rattata's HP to allow it to stay around longer. Flying-types pair decently well with Alolan Rattata because they remove Bug- and Fighting-types. Archen in particular can also set up Stealth Rock for Alolan Rattata, which can turn most 2HKOs into OHKOs, while Choice Scarf Doduo can pick off opposing Pokemon that have been severely damaged by Alolan Rattata. Other Dark-types pair well with Alolan Rattata because it packs a lot of power that can overwhelm usual Dark-type checks; Pawniard can break through the opposing team and let Alolan Rattata clean the rest, while bulky Nasty Plot Vullaby forms a strong Dark-type core with Alolan Rattata, using the likes of Croagunk and Timburr as setup opportunities.