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Butterfree used stun spore12/31/2023 Butterfree can notably switch into slower Earthquake users like Machamp and Graveler and then put them to sleep. Butterfree is best used to put a foe to sleep as quickly as possible and then try to spread paralysis before being knocked out. While most slower threats don't want to face Butterfree before Sleep Powder is used, afterwards Drowzee serves as a strong check that doesn't mind its attacks or paralysis, so wallbreakers like Pinsir and Fearow help out considerably. This is particularly important if Butterfree is used as a lead, as these threats are themselves common leads. Alternatively, Psywave lets Butterfree deal decent but inconsistent damage to Psychic-types.īutterfree struggles the most against Fire-types and Fearow, so checks to them like Omanyte and Graveler make good partners. Mega Drain serves as coverage against Omanyte and Graveler, though Butterfree will still lose versus the latter unless it's weakened beforehand. Psychic is Butterfree's most powerful attack, and it's serviceable against common threats like Nidoqueen and Machamp. Sleep Powder and Stun Spore let Butterfree spread status quite effectively. It is not advised to use Butterfree if your goal is to win. Even fringe sleepers like Vileplume and Weepinbell still have more of a use thanks to their niche defensive utility. As a dual status spreader, Butterfree is outclassed by Drowzee, which does more damage and has fantastic defensive utility. As a fast sleeper, it's completely outclassed by Gastly, which has a much better offensive presence and Speed tier. Additionally, while less common, Rock Slide from threats like Graveler easily OHKOes Butterfree. It's overwhelmed by most physical attackers and 2HKOed by the plethora of Fire Blast, Blizzard, and Thunderbolt users thanks to its awful Bug / Flying typing. Its mediocre offenses and lack of decent STAB attacks mean it does pitiful damage despite its access to the excellent Psychic. Despite its access to the powerful "Double Powder" combination, Butterfree has no place in PU.
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