CLOSE COMABAT!
since the advent of the 4th generation Pokemon games im sure most if not all of us are familiar with the move Close Combat,its a fighting type move that does CRAZY damage(at least when used by a fighting type) however in return causes a Defense and SP Defense De-buff.
with a base power of 120, accuracy of 100 and a PP stock of 5(8 with PP Max) its arguably one of the most powerful and usefull "physical" fighting type moves out there.
When Pokemon like Lucario, Gallade and Heracross get the Added Bonus of STAB on this move its power rises to a whopping 180 base power, the possibilities are terrifying. 1Hit KOing all super effective (and in the case of attack EV or Choice Band Heracross and Lucario) all normal Effective hits.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR COMBINATION S
I think this move really deserves the Hype it gets in the anime. I recommend it as a move at least 1 Pokemon in your team should have access to, adding the fared "Swords Dance" boost will create a sweeper to be reckoned with, another option is to use held items like
"fist plate" "Expert Belt" and the "Black Belt" to add a little extra oomph to this move, add these items boost to the considerable 50% "plus from STAB and youve got a move thats sure to K.O. all that stand in your way. take note that if this move isnt used with care the De-Buffs from repeated use can really come back and bite you, but most argue that "when getting the opportunity to 1 hit KO 2 or 3 Pokemon in a row..who cares?" so try it out and see the results for yourself, this move is NOT for everyone and those who plan to take advantage of its limitless possibilities and insane power need to work hard and suffer failures to do so. but take my word for it, "It Is Worth It!"
till my next post Later.
PLZ FEEL FREE TO POST YOUR OWN COMMENTS ON THE MOVE AND COMBINATION S
thank you to bulbapedia.net for the images used in this post
Last edited by Reao on Sat Jun 05, 2010 4:33 pm; edited 3 times in total